A 3,000-square-foot residence in Delhi reimagines modern Indian architecture by blending family history with contemporary design. Named Virasat, the home was built for a multigenerational family—parents, children, and grandparents—each with distinct needs, yet unified by a shared aesthetic.
A living room that breathes
The heart of the residence is its living room, a sprawling, adaptable space that merges dining, lounging, and a balcony-facing sitting area. A separate nook was created for the mother and grandmother, ensuring privacy without isolation. The layout avoids rigid partitions, using fluid circulation to maintain openness while defining each zone.
A family meal and a quiet conversation can now happen simultaneously without crowding.
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Objects as anchors
Two inherited pieces define the home’s character: a thirty-year-old door and a family painting. Instead of storing them or treating them as decor, the team repurposed them as focal points. The door became a wall panel, its worn wood contrasting with modern finishes.
The family had lived with these objects for decades. Their inclusion was practical, not sentimental. They provided a link to the past, grounding the design in lived experience. The painting, hung in a prominent spot, reinforces this continuity.
Material dialogue
The home’s palette is restrained, using neutral tones with deeper accents to complement existing timber and new wooden elements. Traditional wallpapers and veneers sit alongside refurbished marble flooring, its inlay work preserved. The staircase railing, salvaged from the family’s previous home, was restored and integrated.
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Reusing materials reduced waste. The old door’s transformation into a wall panel exemplifies this approach—familiar yet unexpected, its new role extends its life without erasing its history.
For the family, blending old and new reflects their way of living. The grandmother’s room was designed for mobility but doesn’t feel like a compromise. It fits seamlessly with the Parisian-style bedroom and open-plan living area. Each space serves its purpose without demanding attention.
Virasat stands in Surajmal Vihar, Delhi. Mulberry Design Studio led the project, with Komal Rustagi as lead designer and Niyti contributing to the team. Tarang Goyal handled photography, and Pratyaksha styled the interiors.