August 29th, 2018 by OYO Team

Goa makes you think of myriad things – its mystical charm, the allure of easy going life and the beckoning beaches. Even the most tired souls look for a relaxing refuge here where they can happily let go of their worldly worries. So, it is only fitting that this refuge should be a canvas filled with colours of joy which automatically elevate the spirit. That’s exactly what this new OYO Home is all about. About 2kms away from the Candolim beach, you’ll find this to be a delightful dwelling away from the noise of the street and surrounded by serene greenery.

Moroccan feels

Step into a world where the Goan spirit meets Moroccan magic. Lights, mirrors and colours come together to spell out the boho-contemporary approach. The decor is minimalistic, with a hint of drama. The bedroom is mostly white, gold and yellow, with the Moroccan bedside lamps as the only source of multiple colours on a monochrome wall. In the middle of it all, one thing that demands attention the most is the pattern of golden Moroccan mirrors on the wall.

These are one of the decor elements made from scratch for the home, says Shreeya, the designer. “These mirrors weren’t actually available in the market, we had them cut in these shapes and framed,” she says. You’ll have no problems imagining you are a Moroccan princess when you live here, we assure you.

Window to your soul

The bedroom has yet another alluring feature – the bay window. The yellow chevron-patterned curtains provide a classic colour contrast against the greenery outside and the white walls inside. Whether you are a book lover or a nature lover, this bay window will prove to be your favourite hangout spot at this home.

The views in the rains is worth witnessing, and the balcony is another spot where you can do so. It is the spot Shreeya likes the most. “The balcony is designed to give the feel of a tiny personal garden where you can walk barefoot or sit on the small cane chairs and admire the view, sipping on your morning coffee,” she shares.

Decor drama

Vacations are all about making memories and capturing them for posterity. Selfies are probably the most popular way to do that. Shreeya kept that in mind while designing this place. The various kinds of lights create different moods, so you won’t need an Instagram filter to enhance your photos.

The living room will be your happy, breezy place to laze about in the morning, but the lights transform the space completely at night. Handmade lamps on the walls, sourced from a local market, cast some dreamy shadows, enhancing the mystique and aura of the room. You’ll be tempted to pick up a book of poems or play a soothing tune on the guitar as you feel a sense of calm engulfing you.

The drama in the design of the living room has been taken up a notch with pendant lamps, solid coloured curtains and a wallpapered ceiling. “We went on a slightly unusual path to use wallpaper on the ceiling to make it look dramatic. Plus the tropical palm leaves pattern brings the Goan feels indoor as well.”

More contrasts

The tastefully done up living room has a more youthful vibe. The blue sofa against the textured white walls with multi-coloured frames for black and white photos – each element is in contrast with the other.

To give these contrasts their space, the furniture has been kept minimalistic, but not without its own sense of quirk. Shreeya tells us, “The furniture has been chosen keeping in mind minimalism and quirky colours. A natural wood colour is what suited my colour palette the most. The colourful cushions add a spark to the two grey chairs.” Very real-looking artificial creepers attached to locally sourced cane baskets make for simple wall decor.

To step out, or not?

If you are able to break the magic spell that this home will cast on you, head to the Candolim beach to watch a gorgeous sunset. One of the most famous beaches in Goa, Candolim also has several shacks serving delicious food. You can lounge by the beach all day, and visit the local market in the evening to pick up some knick-knacks. And when you return to this home after a long day of wandering about, this home will be the soothing balm for your fatigued body and mind. Chances are, the magic of Morocco and the spirit of bohemia will have you wondering, ‘Is this the real life, or is this fantasy?’

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