Havelis stand as the testimony of India’s grand, old architectural tradition. A perfect fusion of the Mughal and the Indian architectural forms, havelis inspire home owners to replicate some of their opulence in private homes. If you have enough resources, time and patience, then, this will not be a very difficult task.
This guide will help you incorporate the charms of the haveli heritage by making some small tweaks to your home.
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Havelis are primarily built in Mughal architectural style, which is the coming-together of the Persian, Turkish and Indian architecture. Its attention to detail makes you marvel at the craftsmanship. Recessed archways are an integral part of their timeless designs.
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Make room for a fresco – a type of mural painted directly onto wet plaster so that the paint becomes an integral part of the surface finish.
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Patterned floors are another recurring feature of havelis. That would be one sure-shot way to get closer to the haveli heritage.
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Red sandstone or white marble are an integral part of havelis. Get these for building a haveli-style home.
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A key feature of any haveli is its grand courtyard.
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Ornamentally exciting, the lattice windows (jharokhas) keep a haveli-style home well ventilated.
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Ethnic motifs speak volumes about Indian culture and tradition. In a haveli-style home, they are a must-have feature.
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Homespun textiles of bright colours would be another way to add the opulence and grandeur of havelis to your modern home. These would make for attractive curtains and bedspreads.
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Lighting has a lot to do with an extraordinary space.
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No home would attain the opulence of a haveli without heavily-ornamented pillars.
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All havelis have one thing in common – they would invariably have heavily-engraved doors and furniture.
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Last but not the least, rugs have a make-or-break role to play. Select one that goes with the whole opulent styling.
