5 Interesting Ways to Decorate Tables and Sills

Tulsi Mehta

Interior Stylist

Photographs: Photographix I Ira Gosalia & Nitika Bhasin

Flat areas – window sills, counters, consoles – have great scope for creating tablescapes, tiny arrangements that can take something from boring to charming. Stylist Tulsi Mehta gives you 5 ways of uplifting the decor quotient of your home.

Window to Style
Deep spacious sills can be converted into charming decor islands with a few carefully selected accessories. In this set-up, the tall window is complimented by round pendant lights, which hover over a simple arrangement of books, greens and an artefact. The coffee table in front of the sofa gets a dose of style with a platter holding three cube candles: simple yet effective.

1. Over cutt etching nickel + gold handcrafted pendant lamp (large & medium), Rs 11,400 & Rs 70,00;
2. Concrete + iron rectangle lava trapezium table, Rs 34,300;
3. Old man wood antique, Rs 2,000;
4. Grosso lounge chair, Rs 60,000;
5. Cushion covers, Rs 2,550 (each);
6. Set of 3 candles, Rs 1500;
7. Chevron rug, Rs 20,000 (all items have been sourced from Abaca)

Monochrome Magic
A monochromatic colour scheme can be uplifted with strong forms and judicious shots of colour through accessorization. Here, the striking organic wall art is complemented by a dry arrangement on the side table, which, in turn, gets teamed with candlestands whose form prevent them melding into the background. The stillness of the monochromatic palette is only broken by a splash of red color of fresh flowers strategically placed on centre table.

1. Elise chair, Rs 29,400;
2. Ruby vase (medium), Rs 1,300;
3. Ruby vase (large), Rs 2,000;
4. Candle pillar (small), Rs 900;
5. Candle pillar (large), Rs 1,200;
6. Sphere candle (small), Rs 800;
7. Sphere candle (large), Rs 1,250;
8. Cylindrical vase, Rs 6,000;
9. 3-seater sofa, Rs 1,18,600;
10. Coffee table, Rs 41,700 (all items have been sourced from Abaca).

Aqua Allure
Creating little arrangements around a theme is always fun. This one, which would suit an outdoor setting beautifully, is inspired by everything aquatic. The take-off point, of course, is the colour blue of the sofa. The table holds simple jar candles which stand on a bed of pebbles. Facing them is a shoal of angel fish. The plant calls to mind sea kelp.

1. Silk sofa, Rs 73,900;
2. Sacha coffee table, Rs 14,500;
3. Glass vase, Rs 9,900;
4. Ceramic bottle, Rs 890;
5. Angel Fish (large), Rs 1,400;
6. Angel fish (small), Rs 1,700;
7. White flowered fish, Rs 1,700 (all items have been sourced from Abaca).

Bold & Beautiful
Red. Make a striking statement in the house by bringing in this bold hue inside. A wall with red paint can be one of the accent walls in the room with home accessories that go well with the colour. A contemporary dark wood console against a vibrant-hued wall, a simple asymmetrical arrangement of decorative items, a nice abstract painting, and a comforting lounge chair next to the console — make for a modern but cosy corner.

1. Stag on white 4 ft x 4 ft canvas, Rs 29,100;
2. Ferns cushion cover 18 in x 18 in, Rs 2,550;
3. Frangipani recessed pillar candles, Rs 2,660, Rs 1,890 & Rs 1,330;
4. Giade lounge chair, Rs 57,800;
5. Cyclist on stand wood antique, Rs 3,800;
6. Table lamp, Rs 6,400 (all items have been sourced from Abaca)

Softy Indulgent
There's something about white and blue that's just soothing to the eyes. Add a bunch of flowers, and the laidback feeling becomes even more pronounced. A lovely lampshade, an exotic lampbase, soft glints of coloured glass, little knick-knacks…all against a rug-turned wall-covering create a setting that is full of narrative. Create a more indulgent feeling by having the right choice of tea and cookies, perfectly arranged in a tray… that makes it a lovely decor too!

1. Tree Line Voile fabric, Rs 420/mt;
2. Curved sofa; Rs 38,800;
3. Pom Pom cushion cover 16 in x 16, Rs 780;
4. Urban Jungle cushion cover, Rs 440;
5. Patchwork cushion cover, Rs 860;
6. Coffee table, Rs 11,600;
7. Slipper chair, Rs 15,200;
8. Kiwach round tray, Rs 2000;
9. Agartha Java mug, Rs 600,
10. Urban Jungle rug, Rs 3,600;
11. Marine Drive teal lamp shade, Rs 1,980;
12. Itrakut lamp (small) Rs 3,200;
13. Ogee box, Rs 3,200;
14. Foldy votive, Rs 120 per piece (all items have been sourced from Freedom Tree Store).

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Tulsi Mehta

Interior Stylist

A passionate stylist and a designer, Tulsi thrives on anything creative. She has worked and trained under renowned architects, designers and photographers which has helped her enhance her design and interior styling skills. She has undertaken assignments that range from styling celebrity homes to magazine cover pages.Â The fact that she is reaching out to masses through her designs is what prompts Tulsi to take up new projects and challenges.

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