Television actress Mandira Bedi has a name for her place of residence — “Rama”. “It was 17 years ago when I moved into my late husband’s home, a sweet little 2bhk apartment. It was small, tad bit cramped. Hence, we were wondering to move to an even bigger place anytime soon. Luck favoured us, a broker showed us the current plot with the construction of a half swimming pool over it. It was available for sale! The plot of land was triangular, according to “vastu” it wasn’t a good deal. Nonetheless, we still went ahead & bought it! As in when money was pouring, we afforded to do upgrades. Basically, it was work in progress for almost a year.”
Yes, she invites colleagues and peers home. Yet, she went ahead with a personal touch. She assessed her own designing skills & put together a stylish interior herself! From living in a partially decorated home to a luxurious apartment — she had her own share of challenges. “It’s got a lot of history. When we started out, I was obsessed with matching everything. Right from the entry gate to the lamp. I still need colours for synergy around me, that I implemented in my cushion covers.”
Gallery wall moving to the second floor of her house transformed the bland wall, created a focal point in her home, brought some character and personality to the living space totally. She didn’t use any wallpapers, but made it one of the most popular area of her home with loads of photographs of family. She experimented with typography & favourite family photos!
“The other wall is asymmetrical, you’ll find pieces from across the globe. We have library full of bestsellers too. And some spiritual, self-healing books for my taste. Or creative visualization and most importantly cricket! And the newest addition is parenthood.”
Not many of her fans know she is born in Kolkata, so, “There is a lot Calcutta influence also in my home. Speaking of my first home, rented a one room flat. That’s how I started in television! Shape of the plot, various floors, color, choices & the buddhas are the most important five elements of home that sustains me. The story of my home is: swim or sink. The swimming pool doesn’t exist anymore, but my family is still swimming in more desires of positivity.”
