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A Gurugram Apartment That Brings Coastal Spirit to the City

ByMyProperty Life

Desiring a hint of Goa’s coastal vibes in the city of Gurugram, India, the Spring Breeze Apartment by Aavahsa reimagines urban living through a vacation-inspired lens. Perched high on the 20th floor of Palm Springs Society building, the 3,600-square-foot home captures the essence of a serene getaway without ever leaving the city – its design born from a blend of Japandi and Boho styles.

A modern living room with a beige archway, cream-colored curved sofa, wooden chairs, potted plant, and tropical wall mural, featuring an air conditioner above.

For designers Aanchal Antal and Ranjan Prajapati, the challenge lay in marrying two seemingly opposite sensibilities. Japandi, with its minimalism and grounded palette, along with Boho’s textured charm, required a balance of natural materials and bespoke craftsmanship, along with a focus on the family’s comfort. Instead of wall paneling, the designers relied on furniture silhouettes, natural veneers, and soft textiles to define spaces. Oak grains, woven cane, and bouclé fabrics come together with the help of pastel tones and natural light that pours through the apartment’s expansive windows.

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Modern living room with light-colored furniture, a patterned black-and-white rug, ceiling fan, wall-mounted air conditioner, and a nature-themed mural on the wall.

A modern living room with a cream sofa, a wooden coffee table with books and apples, a patterned rug, and a plant, set against a wall with a grayscale palm tree mural.

The color palette leans into gradients of beige, white, and blush tones, layered with tactile warmth. Honey oak flooring in the bedrooms contrasts with the smooth Bottochino marble of the main living areas, while subtle variations in texture – linen drapes, rattan accents, and curved archways – introduce softness. The design follows Vaastu principles, ensuring spatial balance and energy flow that supports the home’s tranquil aesthetic.

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Two modern chairs with light upholstery and wooden legs are placed on a black and white geometric rug next to a wooden table with a green book and a red fruit.

Modern open-plan living and dining area with neutral tones, arched doorways, a black kitchen island with bar stools, and contemporary decor.

The entryway sets the tone with irregular arches that feel sculpted rather than constructed. Decorative artwork punctuates the soft-toned corridor, while a statement Boho pendant light hangs above.

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Modern dining area with a black table, four chairs, minimalist wall art, warm neutral tones, and an arched doorway leading to another room.

In the living and dining areas, tropical wallpaper and a plush off-white bouclé sofa bring coastal charm. A pair of organically shaped coffee tables rest on a black and beige rug, that helps to ground the space. Across the room, the dining nook’s white marble tabletop and oak-cane console cabinet offer a mix of refinement and rusticity. Every surface is chosen to amplify light – translucent curtains, soft wall textures, and reflective marble tones create an interior that feels effortlessly elegant throughout the day.

A modern dining area with black chairs and a bar-height table, pendant lights above, neutral walls, and archways, viewed through an arched entryway.

A custom bar anchors one corner of the space. Its fluted base and round tabletop nod to Japandi’s clean geometry, while the black veneer legs of the leather chairs lend depth and contrast.

A hallway with peach-colored walls and arches, wall text in Hindi, a small plant, and a blurred person sitting at a table in a modern, minimalist interior.

A modern dining area with light wood furniture, open shelving, decorative objects, and soft peach-colored walls with arched doorways.

A modern hallway with peach-colored arches, potted plants, and pendant lights leads to a door; a living area with a sofa and wall mural is visible on the left.

A hallway with arched doorways, light peach walls, two chairs, and red balls on the floor. Hindi text is written on the far wall, and a plant is visible in the background.

A hallway with a wooden bench, cushion, potted plant, round wall decor, wall sconce, and a pendant light hanging from a recessed ceiling.

Bright bedroom with large windows, a bed, hanging chair, indoor plants, wall with tropical mural, a bench, cushions, and a small guitar.

In the primary bedroom, a swing tucked beside the bed invites relaxation, while tropical wallpaper lends a playful, Boho counterpoint to the otherwise muted palette. The adjoining bathroom, finished in monochrome tiles and soft arches, continues with curves over corners, tone over contrast.

Modern bathroom with white marble walls and floor, floating wood vanity with black sink, round mirror, glass shower partition, potted plants, and a wall-mounted toilet.

Modern bathroom with marble walls, black and white geometric tile accents, glass shower enclosure, ceiling fan, potted plants, and a yellow towel hanging on the wall.

A narrow, well-lit walk-in closet features wooden shelves with shoes, drawers, hanging clothes, a patterned tile floor runner, and an air conditioner on the ceiling.

A bedroom with a green upholstered bed, light bedding, a wooden nightstand with toys and plants, and gym rings hanging from a green ceiling structure.

The children’s bedroom is all about creativity and playfulness. Soft olive green fabric on the upholstered bed is topped off with a fluted headboard, paired with a custom wallpaper that feels whimsical yet sophisticated – designed to evolve alongside the child as they age. Rounding out the space is suspended jungle gym bars hanging above that they can climb on during play time.

A cozy reading nook with floral cushions, built-in shelves filled with books, a yellow cabinet, and geometric wall patterns in a light green bedroom.

Modern study room with green walls, a wooden desk, open shelves with books, a bench with cushions, and a light wood floor.

To learn more about the Spring Breeze Apartment and Aavahsa, please visit aavahsa.com.

Photography by TakenIn Studio.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.

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