Cover The living room in a Meerut, India home designed by Rhythm and Light
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Blending the contemplative, earthy tones of Mexican and Spanish design with India's craftsmanship, Srishti Mehta of Rhythm and Light has created a truly unforgettable family home
A home is the distillation of one’s most cherished experiences, all the more if they lead a well-travelled life. In Casa Tlalli, a sprawling 5,400 square foot residence in Meerut, India, Srishti Mehta of Rhythm and Light has created a transformative sanctuary grounded by the homeowners’ travels to Spain and Mexico. Woven into the space are glimpses of Indian craftsmanship, making this home a truly unforgettable experience for all who enter.
From the beginning, the project’s name has undeniable weight. Taken from the Aztec word for ‘earth’, Casa Tlalli reflects a deep connection with nature and all living things, creating a space for the family to express their appreciation for art and textures across geographical borders.
“The more one travels and returns home, the idea of home itself begins to change,” mused Mehta. Such a compelling idea roots the traveller more firmly in themselves as opposed to any one place, allowing every room they enter to become an emotional experience that fundamentally changes who they are.
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Upon entering the Meerut, India home, one slips through a small wooden door into a lush oasis. The garden evokes images of the Spanish countryside. Meanwhile, the usage of surkhi, Indian plaster made of brick powder, lime and water, carries an earthy, muted tone that evokes images of the sun-bleached homes in Mexico. Above the garden stands a sloped roof clad in tiles, preparing viewers to explore the home’s arched openings, deep-set windows and exposed wooden beams that add rustic charm to each gathering area.
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The ground floor houses an open layout, with the living room having its own direct access point to the garden through full-height sliding panels. Here, the family’s collection of artworks unfolds with ease. All at once, natural light illuminates the heirloom-style furniture in varying textures strewn throughout the space. To further bring the outdoors within, plants are integrated in the design to add coolness and pops of unexpected verdancy to the contemplative space.
In contrast, the kitchen features the home’s more playful design sensibilities. Patterned tiles take inspiration from their Spanish machuca cousins, offering a whimsical counterpoint to the otherwise understated palette of the room.
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The first floor of this Meerut, India home also has its private wing, with each bedroom opening onto an expansive balcony fitted with planter beds, ensuring that light and ventilation permeate each space. Integrated storage creates a more seamless experience in the room, allowing the inhabitants’ personalities to shine through in their libraries and art collections.
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Moving onto the second floor, the house relaxes into something more convivial. At its heart lies an entertainment lounge, while a pantry and outdoor seating areas accommodate larger gatherings when the weather is cool and pleasant. This uninterrupted flow between the indoors and the outdoors is emphasised by the weather-resistant materials, the lime-washed walls and concrete-finish tiles. Furthermore, cast-in-situ terrazzo on staircases and outdoor areas adds a distinctively Indian flair that puts this Meerut, India home in a class of its own.
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Celine first read Charlotte’s Web at the age of five–and she hasn’t stopped turning pages since. Her favourite authors are Mona Awad and Nat Cassidy. Besides writing for Tatler, she listens to BTS and spends time with her family.
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Celine took up secondary education with a major in English, graduating from De La Salle University in 2023. She advocates for female empowerment through creative expression by writing for Tatler Homes.
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