Rooms with a view

Anyone familiar with our style knows that we are proud maximalists and rarely think in terms of sparse and minimal. But for this 8,000 sq ft beach house in Goa, we chose to let the expansive feeling of the sea take over, without veering excessively from our signature style. The serene Coco beach, which the bungalow faces, was our inspiration for the residence’s pared down tone that matches its geographical context. It led to clean and tranquil spaces, reminiscent of the Mediterranean style with whites and blues, dotted with subtle classic details, textural interests and artworks.This four-storeyed villa was initially planned like a typical city home, we redesigned it entirely to give it a more Goan- Portuguese flavour. It took us nine months to finish the project; it proved to be one of the hardest because of the constant rain and heavy moisture in the air. Of course, it was all worth it as the owners loved the ethereal interiors. In this living space the reclaimed centre table with a mosaic top and walnut finish steals the show Interestingly, the bungalow stands on stilts, so we used half of the stilt area to carve out a dining room, bar lounge and courtyard. Surrounded by greenery and furnished with classic contemporary furniture, the bar lounge is a relaxed space with a leather bar cabinet from Trunks Company. Most of the other furniture, accessories and lights seen across the home is custom made by us at Beyond Designs, while the carpets are sourced from The Carpet Cellar. The overall decor is an amalgamation of exquisitely crafted furniture, unique prints on fabrics and European refinement. Even though white is the base, the property boasts abundant textural flair and an authentic, intimate vibe, owing to the use of quality natural materials such as marble, wood and local stones. The dining table with a retro vibe The home is laid out such that it takes advantage of the blue expanse of the sea. On the lowest level, we’ve planned two sea-facing, white and blue bedrooms with balconies. Even the ensuite facilities open out to a balcony of their own, which have been fitted with a charming outdoor bathtub and shrouded in privacy with the help of a canopy of tree branches and a green patch around them.A voluminous, double-heighted formal living room was conceptualised on the floor above. A large, carved wood panel forms a gorgeous feature wall. Meanwhile, furnishings in a light shade and a mosaic stone coffee table in blue and white add a nautical freshness. On the other end of this space is an all-timber mezzanine that serves as a play area for the kids. Second floor mezzanine staircase The master suite is painted in a sober blue and furnished with a four-poster bed. Ornate wooden framed mirrors are paired with modern night stands in white. A key highlight in the ensuite bathroom is the striped patterned flooring we created using local pink and white stones. This home is all about subtle sophistication that makes a statement.Sachin Gupta is the principal designer and Neha Gupta is the designer and chief of operations at Beyond Designs a multi-disciplinary Delhi-based, design studio. www.beyonddesigns.in Published By: Vishakha SharmaPublished On: Oct 23, 2021 01:09 IST--- ENDS ---

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Rooms with a view

This beach house in Goa is not only inspired by the sea, but ensures that each room maximises the beautiful sight outside.

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