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Things to consider while choosing fabric for your home

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Things to consider while choosing fabric for your home You may enter a room and instantly feel drawn to the ornamented ambience of it. Now, there may have been a lot of different elements joined together to create that interior look. There may have been some design and décor tools, and of course, the use of fabrics as well. Curtain fabrics, upholstery fabrics, and other décor materials make a substantial part of a room, and they largely contribute to the overall look of the space. If you are looking at a new home or revamping of an existing home, here are a few factors to consider while choosing fabric for your home. Style It is first important to know the final style of your home that you want to create with the help of fabrics. Are you aiming for a contemporary style or a vintage one? Do you want heavy luxury or minimalism? The pattern, yarn, colour, and other factors like these may further help determine what fabrics you want to incorporate into your de

Art, sculptures and all things luxury

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Art, sculptures and all things luxury Most just consider this part of interior design as an option or an afterthought. When in actuality, the inculcation of art should be regarded just as important as other décor elements. And it certainly is. While other elements bring a certain mood and definition to an indoor setting, including work of arts around the house brings all of that along with refinement, luxury, and character. At Isprava villas in Goa, Ooty, and Kotagiri, we make sure we use the enigmatic and emotive value of art pieces in them. And we encourage you to do the same. Here is how it can enhance the look of your home. Statement One thing that adds uniqueness to a room is its focal point. A statement wall art can be a great way to bring character and distinguish that space with the rest of the house. A luxe piece of sculpture or a show piece that adds definition to an area will be a neutral way to augment the ambience of an abode wi

Outdoor Dining Areas for the Win

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Outdoor Dining Areas for the Win There is nothing better than having a start to your day with a scrumptious spread of breakfast under the soft sunshine, and then ending the day with an al fresco dinner. Needless to say, there is something extraordinary and magical about outdoor dining areas. Fresh air, enriching ambience, and a great place for barbeque evenings and dinner parties; outdoor dining areas are, indeed, a boon. Although it is an interior design temptation, it is better to find out which kind of a dining setting under the sky would suit your preferences best. Here is Iprava making that feat easier. Intimate Dining You can create a more private dining space, tucked away in a pleasant corner of the patio. An intimate outdoor setting like this one can boost familial conversations over meals and can be designed in order to separate that area with the rest of the space using some design and décor elements. Under an Awning To sit

Elements to incorporate into your house for a Goan ambience

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Elements to incorporate into your house for a Goan ambience Brimming with heavy influences from other countries and communities, Goa is a massive cultural hub today. With Portuguese elements standing out quite prominently in every aspect of the coastal town, there are also fine traces of Mughal and of course, Indian elements in it. It tastes in the culinary flavours and in the way locals dress, dance, and celebrate. And it certainly reflects in their houses. Every native home boasts of exterior and interior that mimics the Portuguese. In a nutshell, if you are aiming for a Goan ambience in your abode, the trick is to incorporate Portuguese, European base with an Indian traditional touch. At our villas for sale and rent in Goa, we do the same, and here is how you can, too! Cane and Wood Furnishings that are engineered with cane and wood bring in a rustic vibe in the room with ease. A wooden dining table, a cane centre table, and chairs are so

Summer in Coonoor

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Summer in Coonoor A hilly paradise perched in the lusciousness of the Nilgiris, Coonoor is one of the most soothing hill-stations in the country. With tea plantations and greenery gracing the town’s entirety and weather that not only calms the skin but also the soul, Coonoor is and should deserve a spot in every to-visit list. Marked by red-topped houses on green slopes enveloped by fog and picturesque natural attractions, it is a destination that is best enjoyed during the summertime. Although a small town, it is much more peaceful and beautiful than Ooty. And while the lower part of the town bustles with commercial activities and crowd, upper Coonoor is where nirvana truly exists. Nevertheless, here is what a summer spent in Coonoor looks like. Healing Weather An escape from the scorching heat in the rest of the country, Coonoor’s climate is not just an ameliorating retreat but also a luxury of sorts. I mean, isn’t there anything more lu

Isprava Homes – All about Legacies and Heirlooms

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Isprava Homes – All about Legacies and Heirlooms Isprava homes have their base set on home-like comfort and raw luxury that is derived from rich heritage elements. Every holiday home in India by us carries that core legacy feature that is ideally responsible for creating that charm of Isprava, also making it one of its six pillars. We adore the value that vintage holds, and we definitely understand the importance of keeping the traditional value of a land alive. More than that, what we ideally believe in and are doing is taking inspiration from the old and carry that forward in the years to come. For our villas for sale and rent in Goa and Nilgiri hills, we take immense pride in curating interior décor items from royal properties from across the country. Our doors, windows, and other pieces sourced from archaic palaces from all over India carry the heirloom value in them. And we try our best to inculcate the legacy factor into our homes throu

Creating an ideal work environment in your home office

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Creating an ideal work environment in your home office Your workspace is a place that should be designed meticulously, considering that is where ideas and concepts brew, where plans take shape, and productive outcomes are reached. Now, whether it is a well-kept workspace setting or a corner of your home that you call your office, an ideal work environment is imperative for both. The perk of an actual office is that it comes with an atmosphere that facilitates work and productivity. The same can’t be said about a home office. That is what Isprava guides you for – design and décor hacks to create an ideal work environment in your home office. Inspiration You have this liberty when it comes to your own workspace in your house; since it is your personal office, the décor and the ambience is completely in your hand. You own utmost freedom to personalise that space according to your taste and preference. More than anything the elements or art pieces that you pe

Travel essentials for the season

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Travel essentials for the season The sun is overhead, the long vacation period has finally prevailed, and everyone is heading to destinations within the country and outside for a break. While some prefer short holidays just a few miles away from home, others would rather go for destinations located far beyond. Regardless of these varied choices, one thing remains certain – the luggage that will be needed to be carried to these summer vacations. Since the sun will be out most of these months, there are some essentials that need to be on your packing list. Beach Basics Summer is synonymous with the beach, and naturally, most of your vacation time will be spent along the shores. It is imperative to carry all your tools required for you to have a safe and pleasant time at the beach. A sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and swimwear are a few things to pack to revel in the coastal pleasures fully. Shoes and Soles You don’t want to wander the world during s

How can NRI’s buy a holiday home in India?

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How can NRI’s buy a holiday home in India? The enthusiasm around holiday homes in India has only increased in the past few years. From owning one at pristine locations of the country to simply considering it as a beneficial investment, buying holiday homes is not just a great option for Indian residents but also for NRIs. With new real estate properties emerging every day at favourable destinations and the process becoming much more lucrative for Indians abroad, it is fairly easier for them to buy a holiday home within the country. Here is how they can do so! Documentation The documents required for an NRI to buy holiday homes in India obviously vary from those that an Indian resident needs to have. Firstly and the most important one would be an Indian passport. If a person possesses a passport of another country, they would then require a POI (Person of Indian Origin) or an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India). Second important document would

Colour trends for your home this year

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Colour trends for your home this year Last year’s edgier, experimental colour palette is now fading into a range of soft, muted tones this year. While some months back, home walls were painted in bright bold hues, while now, the same has undergone a makeover. Designers are now looking at pastels, earthy, and elemental shades for the walls, home decor, and wallpapers. This year, if you're looking at refurbishing your abode or designing a new home, your primary choice of colour would waver somewhere between natural and woody. Let's run through these trends now, shall we? Misty Blues Radiating calmness and peace, blue is a popular colour for homes and creative workplaces. And this earthy shade of blue with undertones of grey exudes more than just tranquillity; it denotes sophistication and a positive energy in the room. Tree Green A synonym of 'Night Watch’, this deep green hue takes the forefront of the interior design trend