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THE GOAN ARCHITECTURAL AMALGAMATION

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Besides an exotic cuisine and balmy temperament, the Goan culture is also characterised by fabulous architecture. The Goan heritage demonstrates an extraordinary architectural expression that combines western influences with local materials and craftsmanship. The separate identities of Indian and Portuguese cultures collectively create what is known as Indo-Portuguese architecture. Here’s an inside on the prominent features of this unique tradition that emerged as result of The Portuguese rule in Goa. The lovely high ceilings, open verandas, plush courtyards and balconies naturally lend the buildings an aspect of grandeur; however, they also ensure good ventilation and great light. Though modern architecture and art deco have also slowly become prevalent in Goa, the Indo-Portuguese villas certainly steal the appeal. Their spacious airy rooms and large windows with their antique frames set in beautiful arches enable you to truly interact with all the tropical beauty that surrounds you.

THE WONDERS OF WINDOWS

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 ‘If a window of opportunity appears, don’t pull down the shade’ - Tom Peters The past months have allowed us all a reasonable amount of time to be at home, to reflect, introspect and innovate. For us at Vianaar , it was the beauty of the windows in our homes that truly inspired productivity and growth. This revelation led us to start a project called ‘The window project’ on our Instagram handle. With the aim to tell stories about our homes while simultaneously spreading awareness about the advantages of windows, we hope to help realize the essence of life. Natural light determines one’s mood, one’s health and most importantly one’s capacity to grow. Perhaps this explains the fundamental need for windows in our home interiors. Their elegance adds charm and their existence establishes value, besides which, they also add a certain appeal to the façade. The benefit of having a home in paradise calls for a chance to interact with the natural surroundings . With the intention of lightening