INTERIORS + ARCHITECTURE

Once in a Blue Moon

• Client:Private Client
• Location:Mumbai
• Area:1200sqft
• Delivery:Design + Build
• Design Team:Anu Chauhan
  Prashant Chauhan
  Nirali
  
• Photographer:Pulkit Sehgal
• Photoshoot Styling:Tulsi
• News: Good Homes India
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Scandinavian-Inspired 3 BHK Apartment Interiors in Mumbai

This 1,100 sq. ft. 3 BHK apartment in Mumbai embraces a Scandinavian design approach, blending clean lines, natural materials, and vibrant accents to create a warm and inviting home.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into a spacious living room that harmonizes textures and colors. A cheerful yellow sofa paired with a designer armchair anchors the space, while potted plants and a balcony garden bring nature indoors, enhancing the biophilic design aspect.

The dining area features sleek dark wooden furniture and handwoven macramé artwork, creating a cozy corner perfect for intimate family meals. A striking glass grid partition acts as a visual connector between the living area and lounge, adding a modern, airy touch.

In the lounge, a comfortable daybed and swing chair set the mood for relaxation. A mystical moon painting forms the artistic backdrop, subtly tying the lounge to the vibrant living space.

The bedrooms reflect a balance of modern Indian design and Scandinavian simplicity. Carefully curated fabrics, earthy color palettes, and Indian-inspired prints are combined with abundant natural light, giving each room its own personality while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic.

This apartment is a seamless blend of functionality and individuality, creating a space that celebrates comfort, style, and the joy of coming home.

 

Between the Lines
 

Q1. What was the central design vision for this home?
The goal was to create a warm, inviting, and functional home inspired by Scandinavian minimalism — blending natural materials, clean lines, and vibrant Indian touches that bring soul and personality to simplicity.

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Q2. How does the Scandinavian design approach translate in an Indian context?
It’s all about adapting minimalism to real living — softening the typical Nordic restraint with texture, color, and craft. The design pairs light wood tones and white walls with Indian textiles, indoor plants, and local artwork, creating balance between global and local sensibilities.

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Q3. How does the layout enhance the feeling of openness?
The apartment uses visual connectivity instead of open emptiness. The glass grid partition between the living and lounge areas allows light to flow freely while defining distinct spaces — keeping the home airier, brighter, and socially connected.

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Q4. What sets the living room apart?
The living room is cheerful and tactile — centered around a sunny yellow sofa that injects optimism into the space. The mix of natural plants, wood textures, and soft fabrics makes it both uplifting and grounded, embodying true Scandinavian warmth.

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Q5. How does the design bring nature indoors?
Through a biophilic approach — using balcony greenery, potted plants, and natural light to create a calm, restorative environment. The connection to nature is not just visual but emotional, influencing how the space feels throughout the day.

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Q6. What defines the character of the dining area?
The dining space celebrates togetherness with dark wooden furniture, handwoven macramé art, and soft lighting, creating an intimate corner for family meals that feels both rustic and refined.

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Q7. How does the lounge complement the main living space?
The lounge serves as a cozy retreat — with a daybed, swing chair, and mystical moon painting that add comfort and depth. It maintains visual dialogue with the living area while introducing a quieter, more introspective mood.

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Q8. How are the bedrooms designed to maintain individuality yet cohesion?
Each bedroom tells a personal story:

• The design uses earthy palettes, natural fabrics, and Indian-inspired prints to express character.

• Soft daylight and restrained detailing keep the Scandinavian calm intact, ensuring visual unity across rooms.

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Q9. How does the project balance functionality and style?
Every piece — from furniture to lighting — is purposeful and efficient. Yet, the home doesn’t feel sterile; it’s layered with warmth, personal touches, and craftsmanship, showing that practicality can coexist beautifully with personality.

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Q10. In one line, how would you describe this apartment?
A Scandinavian soul with an Indian heart — simple, soulful, and designed for everyday joy.