Muze’s interiors capture the daring freedom of the Flapper Girl generation: wrapped in velvet, marble, and gold, while speaking directly to the tastes of today’s experiential diners.
In Khar West, Mumbai, a new address is quietly rewriting the rules of design-led dining. Founded by Gen Z sisters Saloni and Anannya, Muze draws from the heady glamour of the Jazz Age to craft a space that bridges eras.
Conceptualized by boutique studio DesignWorx and helmed creatively by Shaji Arakkel Muze, channels the bold energy of the 1920s while offering an elevated, immersive experience for today’s generation.
Drawing from the liberated charm of the Flapper Girl era, Muze brings a contemporary twist to vintage glamour. Throughout the restaurant, rich Art Deco hues, dramatic geometric forms, and luxurious textures come together to create a lively yet refined atmosphere. Sleek leopards, vibrant parrots, and elegant black swans appear as playful motifs, while classic shades of emerald, gold, and inky black set the stage for a space that feels indulgent yet refreshingly current.
“Muze is about merging the striking elements of Art Deco with a modern, vibrant sensibility,” says Shaji Arakkel, founder of DesignWorx. “We aimed for a space that feels dynamic and contemporary, yet grounded in the bold geometric patterns, luxurious materials, and rich textures of the past. It’s a design that’s meant to engage, energize, and invite connection, while remaining unmistakably fresh and relevant.”
Materiality plays a starring role in Muze’s visual story. Dramatic Art Deco-inspired columns wrapped in antique mirror and flowing metallic gold detailing act as sculptural centerpieces, catching light and admiration in equal measure. At the heart of the space, a gold mosaic-tiled bar unfurls beneath a sweeping bulkhead shaped like a flowing ribbon, tying the interiors together with effortless movement and flair.
In the Private Dining Room, a velvet-draped ceiling envelops guests in a plush, theatrical ambiance. Every piece of furniture was intentionally chosen to be unique: rich velvets, warm woods, supple leathers, and gleaming brass coalesce into an eclectic yet harmonious whole, ensuring that each corner of Muze feels thoughtfully curated and full of personality.
Muze is not merely a design homage to a bygone era; it is deeply rooted in Mumbai’s own Art Deco legacy. Inspirations were drawn from the iconic facades of Marine Drive and the Art Deco precincts of South Mumbai, reflected subtly through the symmetry, form, and decorative detailing across the space.
Throughout, curated artifacts and Asian-inspired accents, like animal print wallpapers and handcrafted sculptures, add a layer of global sophistication, referencing the cultural crossroads of the 1920s where East met West. Even the luxurious restroom, with its own seating nook, continues the narrative of indulgence and surprise.
By weaving a historic design language into a dynamic, modern hospitality setting, Muze offers a compelling blueprint for how cultural memory can shape the future of experiential dining.
Visit MUZE:
Muze, Gabbana House Apartment, 1st floor, 15th Road, Opposite HDFC Bank, Khar West, Mumbai
Reservation Number: +91 7304433390/+91 7304433380
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