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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2010
What’s on your table
It’s all about the
this season?
right
The right kind of tableware can bring more vibrancy to any party...check out some of
the variety that is available
W
hen it
comes to sip-
ping on wine, be-
fore you reach for
your Chardonnay, have you given
Also available are table linen in
thought to what you pour it into? Because
Tea set by Bergner
Gold Rust and rose petals which
contrary to popular belief, understanding and enjoying wine does
just brighten up the entire setup.
not just begin with a good vintage, it's also dependant on using the
Metallic shades, detailing and
correct glass. And Grape to Glass Wine Company Pvt Ltd has just
embellishment mark the collec-
the varied collection that a wine connoisseur would want.
tion as one which is subtle in
The company is determined to make the world famous Riedel
style but high on glamour for the
range of glasses available through retail partners who have a high
home. Cushions in greens and
brand perception and reach audiences of various types from cor-
reds are perfect to give to give
porate and young professionals, expats, singles and housewives to
your house a Christmas feel.
wine connoisseurs.
Beautifully designed napkin ties
There are a variety of wine-related products to choose from, like
add style to your table settings.
elaborate wine glasses, which are grape variety specific, cham-
If you like to eat off designer
pagne flutes, martini and single malt glasses, and decanters. "Our
plates then Manish Arora for
goal is to introduce a range that is not only affordable but value for
Arabesque Gold from Rosenthal
Good Earth might be the thing
money in the India market. This is already being demonstrated
you're looking for. Inspired by cock motifs accentuated by the
through our retail partner, Godrej Nature's Basket and The Bom-
his AW09 Jungle collection, Manish's signature fuchsia pink
bay Stores where you can find our Riedel Wine Series Collection,"
EXPECTING GUESTS Tableware is not just about
Manish creates three exciting hearts. The Flower tea service
says Rajeev Parikh, Director Grape to Glass. "The company is also
FOR HIGH TEA? glasses and plates and bowls. It's
new chinaware collections for set Lotus, Frangipani, Marigold
a believer of educating the Indian consumer through Glass Tasting
also how you dress your table
Good Earth. The Enchanted and Rose. The use of trompe de
Experiences so they understand first hand why glasses actually
with linen. Spaces of India has a
Tiger tea set in metallic silver l'oeil technique makes it seem as
make a difference. We want to be at the forefront of wine culture by
B
ring out the cook-
ies and scones, few interesting options. For the
and blue hues. if the flowers are beautifully
introducing to our customers the finest wine lifestyle through cut-
the watercress festive season are runners in
The Abstract Peacock dinner placed on platters adorned with
ting-edge products and accessories, etiquette and training," he adds.
sandwiches and bright cherry and royal red.
set with fractal prints and pea- intense ethnic prints.
the thin cucumber ones
as well. But don't forget
to impress your guests
with a colourful tea set
such as this. Austria
based Bergner has a col-
lection in bone china
and porcelain. Take
your pick.
When Rosenthal
meets Versace, magic
happens. 'Arabesque
Gold', covers an unusual
porcelain and glass
lifestyle world for the
festively laid table of
modern ambience. This
set comprises a dining
service and coffee set.
Bjorn Winblad's (Dan-
ish artist and designer)
creations are strongly
influenced by his love
for music. He decided to
transfer his favorite
opera 'Die Zauberflote'
by Mozart into porce-
lain. Every piece of
service of slight orien-
tal flavor depicts a dif-
ferent scene from the
Mozart opera. All pieces
carry on the underside
the text of the opera of
the scene depicted.
When you're enter-
taining or simply want
to dine in style and want
a few options, try some
of these from Address
Home. Expanding the
popular dining offering,
it has several new din-
nerware options in
metallic platinum, gold
and colours too, to take
you from everyday din-
ing to chic dinner par-
ties
W
orking from home, sounds like a get tempted to do so!" adds Mane. airy. A big window that lets in daylight is utmost importance and therefore, it is nec- stance, if you own a duplex apartment, you
piece of cake. Something that is DESIGN TO SUIT YOUR WORK ideal. But not all homes are architecturally essary to arrange for storage area during can create an office under the staircase it-
pretty simple. Bung a computer on "The design and furnishing of a home of- ideal. "In keeping with the formal ambi- the planning state itself. self. Decorating these spaces with work re-
your writing table and voila! But it's fice will vary depending on your profes- ence of the room, the lighting used should WORKING WITH SMALL AREAS flecting your profession is what many
not that easy. Work after all demands full sion," say Rakesh Jeswani, Rooni Maneck- not be too mellow and soft. Bright lights are Home offices are not only for those with graphic designers with home offices do,"
time attention. It requires not just space but shaw; furniture designers. "If the work in- good-to-go with, but this is entirely up to luxurious space and rooms. Convert your adds Shah. However, it is important to note
ambience. It needs infrastructure and equip- volves having clients over for a discussion, you," says Jeswani and Maneckshaw. studio apartment into a home office during that this space would not be multifunction-
ment and yet all of this has to fit into the one has to keep the professional vibe and Do not use bright colours and fluffy and the day and an entertainment room by able like studio apartments which would
ethos of your own home. The following point- set up a desk or a small conference table, so fussy textures for the fabrics in the room. night. "Doubling your living room as a home multi-function during the day as an office
ers should point you in the right direction. that you can engage clients in a face-to-face Opt for blinds instead of curtains for the office is simple. You will already have a table and as a home when the family returns.
ISOLATE A SPACE discussion. Keep in mind that the space CONNECTION IS THE KEY
An office at home requires a space away shouldn't look too informal; yet should be Since you will probably be working soli-
from the usual humdrum. "Your profes- comfortable," warn Jeswani and Maneck- tarily, communication is the first thing you
sional space should be demarcated very shaw. This is an individual choice as your ought to set up after you've designed your
space. A reliable phone and internet con-
nection should topmost on your list. It's al-
ways a good idea to have two different serv-
‘Home’ work
ice providers for telephone and internet,
just in case one system is down . "A wi-fi
connection is ideal," says Anuradha Shah
adding that faxes, scanners, printers and a
computer are the other essentials you have
to be equipped with. It may sound like a lot
of equipment and experts recommend that
With commuting being what it is today, a larger number
although there are all-in-one equipments,
like printer, fax and scanner, it is best to
of professionals are opting to work from home. So how do you have different instruments for each one so
create a work haven in your living space? Faye Monteiro finds out
that if one packs up the others work. Also,
don't forget to find a computer engineer,
who's aid you can seek whenever you are
faced with technical problems.
clearly. It can be an extra room or even office has to reflect your professional life. ● 5 CARDINAL RULES OF WORKING
your balcony," If you're living in a bunga- However, if you are a designer and wish FROM HOME
low, it could be an attic space or even the to showcase your work, a display unit or a ● Plan a budget and stick to it, as it is easy
niche beneath your staircase," says Sand- wall is essential, and Jeswani and Maneck- to get carried away
hya Mane, interior designer. Mane, who shaw. You can then have a comfortable seat- professional touch. and comfortable seating arrangements. A ● Make sure there's a distinct difference
has designed her home office, states the im- ing space like a sofa or cushioned chairs STORAGE, STORAGE, STORAGE big LCD TV can save you space and you can between your home office space and your
portance of 'defining' this room apart from for your clients to go through your work. The most important part of your home use it as your computer as well as your en- home space.
the other rooms. "Your children and other COMFY NOT FUSSY office, is of course, the furniture. Planning tertainment gadget. Make sure you have a ● Ensure family members, especially your
household members need to know that this The ideal space for a home office should in advance pays off. Choose a desk that will unit to store books and files for reference children, know that this space is private
space is different from your other rooms. be 225 to 250sq ft. However, if lack of space not only have the space to hold your PC material," says Abbas Vohra, architect. and strictly for work.
You need to replicate an office environ- is the issue, then you could use a 100sq ft and printer, but also enough space to keep WORKING WITH BIG AREAS ● Engage a computer engineer whose aid
ment, which means, when you step inside room, which is the minimum size of a re- a few files. Don't forget that your desk "If you have a huge space set aside as a you can seek whenever you are faced with
this room you need to leave your domestic spectable cabin these days, that would take should also have space for you to write and home office, you can carve out smaller technical problems
issues behind. Being at home can get you a table, some wall space and where you can make notes. Drawers are good for storage, spaces within a big space," says Anuradha ● Ensure connectivity and peripherals.
to feel obligated to sorting out minor entertain one client at a time. but make sure you don't go overboard with Shah, architect. "These spaces can then Based on your requirements, equipment
chores and you need to be sure you don't It is essential that the room is well-lit and drawers and have no legroom. Storage is of function as independent spaces. For in- like faxes, scanners, printers are essential.
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