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Habib Court, Colaba Designed by Abdulhussein Meherali Thariani, an architect whose work helped shape modern Bombay, Habib Court is one of several buildings that reflect his contribution to the city’s landscape. His practice extended beyond Bombay, across present-day India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. He was also a poet and editor of the Gujarati daily Vatan. Built for its original owner, Mr Ahmad Habib, the building features concrete work by Mr N. Framji and coloured cement plaster by Simplex Concrete Works & Construction Co. Architectural design can be Art. Look closely, and you'll find continuous eyebrows wrapping around the building's corners, balconies with elegant, understated metal grilles, and a band of chevron detailing. Step inside, and the staircase and terrazzo flooring carry the Deco spirit through the interiors. We can't ignore the Font! © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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Eros was never simply a place to watch a film. Its restaurant, dance floor and live music made cinema-going part of a larger social experience; one that reflected Bombay’s growing appetite for modern, cosmopolitan forms of leisure. Nearly a century later, Eros reminds us that the history of cinema is also a history of how cities learned to spend their evenings. www.artdecomumbai.com  © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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Celebrating Karfule’s 88th birthday! Starting at the Bombay Port Trust, Art Deco Mumbai Trust’s walk through Ballard Estate will take you through the city’s oldest planned commercial district, exploring its history, idiosyncrasies, and architectural makeup. Here, Edwardian and Art Deco structures blend together beautifully, forming a backdrop for people going into offices for work, vendors on the street, and frequently, even movie shoots. The walk concludes with a special walkaround of Karfule, Mumbai’s most pristine Art Deco petrol station, serving the city since 1938. Followed by refreshments. Date and Time: Saturday; 3 October 2026; 4:15 PM  Duration: 120 minutes (approx.) Starting Point: The Port House Register via link in bio. © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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An excerpt from Art Deco Mumbai: Writings on a Modern City, a publication grounded in extensive research and archival material. Explore the book through the link in our bio. Currently available in India, global release awaited. DM or Comment Book to get a link to buy it in India. @chaitali727 @thedesignidiom © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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Art Deco Mumbai | Writings on a Modern City The culmination of a decade of research, Art Deco Mumbai | Writings on a Modern City brings together a collection of academic essays examining Bombay's history, its emergence as a modern city, the culture that shaped it, its built form, the influences of princely states and cinema, along with oral histories that offer new perspectives. Currently available for purchase in India, link in bio. DM or Comment Book and we can share a link @bloomsburypublishing @bloomsburyindia #BloomsburyAcademicIndia #AtulKumar @mustansirdalvi © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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A building’s value can take many forms. Malabar Court is significant not only for its architecture, but also for the different ways in which its value is understood within a changing city. As Mumbai changes, how do we understand these different forms of value, and how might they shape the future of a place? Our essay "Beyond Obsolescence: The Redevelopment of Malabar Court" explores this question through the story of one building. Read the full essay via link in bio. by @artdecomumbai
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Art Deco Mumbai has been voted by the International Coalition of Art Deco Societies (ICADS) to host 19th Art Deco International Conference in 2029. Being selected by our international peers is an immense honour and a recognition of our work on Mumbai’s Art Deco heritage. We are delighted to bring this remarkable legacy to the global stage, celebrating the city and sharing its Art Deco story to the world. A big thank you to everyone in our community and beyond who supported us. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to "Mumbai - The Art Deco Capital of the World.” Turn on notifications for future updates. For more information on Art Deco International Conference in the bio. © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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Prabhat, Shivaji Park Designed by S. J. Narvekar & Co. and constructed by Baburao Papaya & Co., the building was commissioned by S. P. Varde, with Colourex tilework by Bharat Tiles & Co. This stunning building is characterised by its strong horizontal curves, projecting rounded balconies and an organic Art Deco vocabulary of geometric metalwork and streamlined forms. The facade is articulated through a play of solid and recessed surfaces, with curved balcony slabs and cylindrical columns at the entrance creating a continuous rhythm across the elevation. www.artdecomumbai.com  © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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An opportunity to work with us across design, motion graphics and visual storytelling. To apply, please reach out to us at: workwithadmt@gmail.com with subject line as: "Design Intern 2026"  www.artdecomumbai.com  © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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How well do you know your Deco? It’s time to put your Art Deco knowledge to the test. Decode the clues, spot the hidden words, and see how many you can find. Tell us your score in the comments. www.artdecomumbai.com © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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Patanwala Mahal, Byculla Year: 1937 Standing on Ebrahim Sultanali Patanwala Marg, the building was the residence of the Patanwala family, creators of Afghan Snow, one of India’s earliest homegrown beauty creams. Created by Ebrahim Sultanali Patanwala in 1919, the cream was manufactured in Byculla and went on to become a household name across the country (slide 2).  Its story is also woven into the cultural history of the time. Initially mistaken for a foreign product during the Swadeshi movement because of its name and imported packaging, Afghan Snow was defended as an Indian-made product, with Mahatma Gandhi publicly acknowledging its Indian origins. The brand later became part of popular beauty culture, even sponsoring the first Miss India pageant in 1952. Designed to respond to its corner plot, Patanwala Mahal’s rounded facade (slide 3) creates a striking presence while softening the transition between two roads. The mixed-use building accommodates both commercial and residential spaces.  Today, the building and the road continue to carry the Patanwala name, a reminder of the family’s long-standing presence in Byculla and the commercial history embedded in its streets. www.artdecomumbai.com  © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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How well do you know your Deco? It’s time to put your Art Deco knowledge to the test. Decode the clues, spot the hidden words, and see how many you can find. Tell us your score in the comments. www.artdecomumbai.com © Art Deco Mumbai Trust by @artdecomumbai
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