Here are some photos of one of the many bedrooms in my husband's uncle's estate house in Balagalla. I was just over-the-moon to see the beautiful atomic-era lines of the furniture here!
Here's an adorable vanity table (still in use today):
Detail of the distinctive '50s lines ... superb!
To the side was a little desk. You can also see a part of the bed. All are mid century pieces, made in what was then Ceylon:
A view from one of the bedroom windows into the grounds of the estate beyond! I love the fabulous '50s metal grill!
This was pretty much a dream room for me! I love the openness and airy feel of mid century Sri Lankan homes, with their many wide windows. Of course, this was a necessity those days because there was no air conditioning in private homes, and the open windows let the breezes cool the homes, which were also surrounded by trees and gardens (even in the cities). In fact, to this day there are no air conditioners at Balagalla: on the day we visited, the continuous flow of air throughout the house made it very comfortable.
Here's an adorable vanity table (still in use today):
Detail of the distinctive '50s lines ... superb!
To the side was a little desk. You can also see a part of the bed. All are mid century pieces, made in what was then Ceylon:
A view from one of the bedroom windows into the grounds of the estate beyond! I love the fabulous '50s metal grill!
This was pretty much a dream room for me! I love the openness and airy feel of mid century Sri Lankan homes, with their many wide windows. Of course, this was a necessity those days because there was no air conditioning in private homes, and the open windows let the breezes cool the homes, which were also surrounded by trees and gardens (even in the cities). In fact, to this day there are no air conditioners at Balagalla: on the day we visited, the continuous flow of air throughout the house made it very comfortable.
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