Art Is Life

Nita, a young professional, recently settled in Thane, said, "Both, my husband and I, share a passion for art. From the very beginning we had decided that our dream house should be unique. Not just the internal décor of our home but the surrounding area and society aesthetics too, had to be visually appealing." Today, many homebuyers like Nita are on the lookout for such contemporary styled homes and townships that are inviting, warm and those that let you connect with yourself.



Impact of Art

Speaking of the impact art can have on our lifestyle, a representative of Vijay Group & Suraksha Realty, said, "Art is liberating. It enriches one's lifestyle. The people of Thane are taking cognizance of the advantages of art. This is evident from the splendid response art festivals receive nowadays. These eagerly awaited forums witness the participation of people from all age groups. Artists and connoisseurs of art exchange ideas, expand horizons, attain knowledge and strengthen their social networking at these live platforms."

He also added, "Those who are aware about the potential of Thane would know how art can be a key differentiator. This twin city of Mumbai shares a deep bond with art and has been in the news for hosting world famous art festivals in the past. Over the years, Thane has also been a home to many renowned artists."



Thane's Art Connection

Thane has become a preferred choice of homebuyers who wish to rekindle their love for art or stay connected to the passion of art. Admirers of the classical music have been known to pursue courses in Thane to hone their vocal skills. Warli art, a rare and unique painting style, too forms an integral part of Thane's art culture. Centuries old, this art form depicts nature and society with elaborate patterns of triangles, circles and squares. Usually painted with white color, these vibrant paintings have a red or ochre background.

The city has its own Thane Art Guild, a group of artists who have joined hands to goad others with passion and talent in various fields across the Thane district. Thane also houses three famous auditoriums:

Kalabhavan: Known as the 'Art Destination of Thane', this state-of-the-art three-storied architectural marvel is located close to the Ghodbunder road. It houses four exhibition galleries, an art library and two conference halls. A fun-filled three-day event promoting more than 30 different forms of art was recently held at the Kalabhavan.

Gadkari Rangayatan: Established more than three decades ago, this theatre is situated next to Thane's famous tourist attraction, the picturesque Masunda Lake. It is dedicated towards performing arts and has conducted more than 30,000 plays till date.

Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar Natyagruha: Located at Gladys Alvares Road near Ghodbunder road, this auditorium houses one of the largest theatres of Maharashtra. Famed for its high quality of sound, unique design and ample space, this auditorium has become a favorite joint of Thaneites.



Artful Residences

Speaking of residential complexes that advocate the case of art, words like elegant and unique are given a new meaning by skilled architects and designers, keeping in mind the comfort of residents. Distinguishing features of such complexes could be open spaces peppered with contemporary styled three-dimensional structures, asymmetrical facades and other abstract expressions of art. These include flexibly designed living spaces to accommodate most of nature's best resources - refreshing air, natural light and soothing greenery.

Residential buildings, floor plans and the overall layout of artful townships could be based on unconventional ideas portraying a striking appearance. Other features include community spaces promoting art like art development/interactive centers, libraries, reading rooms, hobby rooms, etc.

Residential Projects That Take Cognizance of Art

More and more developers are incorporating art, in some form or the other, while building residential units and townships. Vijay Group and Suraksha Realty, a leading real estate joint venture of Thane, renowned for developing large parcels of land in and around Thane, have launched 'Orovia, The Land of Prosperity'. Aesthetically designed, this project is built for the true connoisseurs of art. Features like contemporary-style clubhouse, amphitheatres, multiple art zones for recreation and unique hobby rooms have been created in 'Orovia' to instill art as an everyday routine in people's lives.