Inside The Home Of IPL Magnate Keshav Bansal
A tête-à-tête with the entrepreneur about his luxurious mansion.
From participating in state-level squash tournaments to being a fitness enthusiast and now the youngest Indian Premier League (IPL) team owner, Keshav Bansal is surely living a life that many dream of. The owner of Gujarat Lions and the director at Intex Technologies, Bansal also lives in a majestic mansion, spanning 12,000 sq. ft. Here are a few gems from the man.
How has being the youngest ever IPL owner changed your life? Being an IPL team owner is great fun but it comes with a lot of challenges and responsibilities. I have learnt that teamwork is very important and can make you overcome any obstacle.
What is that one thing we will find in abundance in your room? My room is full of modern day instruments and gadgets.
Who is the architect? The principal designer of the house is Anjali Goel. I shared with her visions of my dream house and picked up every minute detail.
Tell us about your family. I love my family and have, in fact, always stayed with them. Even our home has elements that cater to everyone’s fancies.
Is your home a reflection of your personality? I believe in being classy and my house definitely reflects the same.
What is the chief characteristic of your home? It exudes a modern, resort-like feel accompanied by the grandeur of space and surroundings.
What are the exclusive features? The soul of the house is the central double-height atrium, which lends it a sense of lavishness. With a collection of spiral chandeliers falling from the ceiling with 3D wall art, this layout adds a vibrant character to our house. The flooring is highlighted with semi-precious stones to give a royal touch. The lord Krishna paintings at our home are special to my mother.
What is your favourite corner? The area near the swimming pool, where I prefer to de-stress and lounge around.
What is the best compliment that you have received for your home?Specifically, we get compliments for the vases, which are in interesting shapes and sizes.
What is that one thing that you miss the most when travelling? We have a special entertainment space at home, which comprises various games and a theatre-like screen. Being a nature lover, I also miss our kitchen garden a lot.