A new interiors find!
On the way back from the pet shop the other day, I noticed that a new interiors store called The Freedom Tree has opened in place of the grocery shop that was on the corner of 23rd and 28th Road in Bandra. As you know, I am never one to pass up the opportunity of investigating an interiors store – so I badgered the management to allow me to come in and take some photos for my readers.
Regular visitors to my blog will know that I am usually one for traditional stuff – colonial antiques, Indian handicrafts and the odd bit of repro-Art-Deco. But this store has a contemporary, folksy yet innovative style that I have not seen in India before. With its bright patterns, Scandinavian appeal and colourful 50s influences, there is something very different on offer here.
At first, I thought that this must be a foreign owned brand – perhaps Swedish, Danish or even British. But I learnt from the shop staff that everything is designed and manufactured right here in Mumbai by an Indian company. There is even a well laid out Freedom Tree website where you can purchase all of their gorgeous products online.
The colours and the patterns will be especially appealing to a well-off, well-travelled younger generation. I can also imagine the excitement of first time home-owners or renters doing up their new apartments upon discovering the Freedom Tree. And I know that the designs will definitely appeal to the expat community. I suspect that this shop is one of the only places in Bandra/Khar where you can buy decent crockery that actually has a design aesthetic!
There is also a nice selection of Christmassy items such as candleholders, wooden reindeer and hanging snowflakes. Go check it out!
Some images and sample prices (which include taxes):
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| A plethora of colour and pattern hits you as you enter the store. The snowflake light in the top right hand corner is Rs 2,460 |
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| I love this 50s sofa combined with colonial style rattan chairs. Pink Sofa Rs 33,800. Wooden Chair 10,800 |
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| Selection of printed and handwoven rugs. Rs 700 – 3,000 for the printed rugs, Up to Rs 5,000 for handwoven designs |
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| Cushions and cushion covers . Rs 380 – 1,250 |
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| Downstairs is the kitchen/dining section. Lots of beautiful pottery to choose from – mugs, plates etc Mugs Rs 200-500 |
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| This would make a delightful sitting room for a new home-owner |
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| One of my favourite items – the 50s style desk (Rs 15,800) and chair (Rs 7,200) |
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| The textiles are really eye catching – an eclectic collection for you to mix and match |
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| How cool is this stool and matching cushion? Love it! (Rs 12,600 for the stool) |
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| Mumbai inspired embroidered cushion covers |
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| Add to your Christmas collection with these candlesticks and glass Christmas tree (starting at Rs 1,080) |
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| Cute Christmassy Camels – Swedish style |
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| Mugs galore (Rs 200 – 500) |
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| You could spend hours trying to choose napkins (Rs 500-700) and tablecloths here! The patterns are bold and modern. |
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| A good selection of glassware (Rs 100 – 300 each) |
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| Pressed glass tumblers – you could use these as toothbrush holder too. |
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| Funky bedding in bold prints (Rs 1,300 – 2,200 single to king sizes) |
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| Mix and match lime patterned bedding on this space saving sofa-bed. |
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| Candlesticks start at Rs 1,080 |
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| Candle jars – Rs 200 |
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| Above and below – love these French style bistro chairs – available in four colours (Rs 3,800) in the shop but can be ordered in any colour from their palette. (Rs 600 extra) |
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| Fabric is also available to purchase by the metre (Rs 400-600) |
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| Lamps and lampshades… |
Freedom Tree
Bandra Breeze, Plot no. 57/A,23rd-28th Road,
Bandra (W) Mumbai 400050
Tel : +91-22-26412999
Email: [email protected]
Bandra Breeze, Plot no. 57/A,23rd-28th Road,
Bandra (W) Mumbai 400050
Tel : +91-22-26412999
Email: [email protected]
Also at:
Unit 3-5, Neeru Silk Mills, 126 N.M. Joshi Marg,
Mathuradas Mill Compound, Lower Parel (W), Mumbai 400013
Tel : +91-22-24914433
Email: [email protected]
And there’s a branch in Bangalore! See website: www.freedomtree.in
Unit 3-5, Neeru Silk Mills, 126 N.M. Joshi Marg,
Mathuradas Mill Compound, Lower Parel (W), Mumbai 400013
Tel : +91-22-24914433
Email: [email protected]
And there’s a branch in Bangalore! See website: www.freedomtree.in
