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VIBRANT COLOURS & BOLD PATTERNS WITH THE WALALA LOUNGE,
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//VIBRANT COLORS AND BOLD
DESIGN ESSENTIA MAGAZINE
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PATTERNS WITH THE WALALA LOUNGE by CAMILLE WALALA at the London Design Festival, 2019.
#LetsTalkDesign
(cover photograph by Charles Emerson)
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GAURI KHAN DESIGNS
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With her elegant design sensibility and innate taste for luxury, Gauri Khan embodies the essence of Arnaya. The debut collection ideated by Gauri Khan draws inspiration from icicles and is titled 'Frozen'.
//In conversation with
COLOUR OF THE YEAR 2020
Spanish Architect
PANTONE announces its color of
RICARDO E. BOFILL
the year 2020, the Classic Blue. A timeless and enduring blue hue, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue is elegant in its simplicity.
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12 INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY OUT!! To help you make a killer interior design impression, here are 12
Rica Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, Barcelona, Spain.
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ways you can design to impress with a brilliant interior design.
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//Top trending design showcase
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THE BLUE JAIPUR TOTEMS BY ASHIESH
SHAH
Designed by Mumbai based Architect Ashiesh Shah, the Jaipur Totem is a modern take on city’s traditional materials that were traded in for terracotta.
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THE TERRAMATER BY RENESA ARCHITECTURE
DESIGN INTERIORS
Enclosed within a rustic red terracotta brick studio The Terramater store - Renesa’s new project is not your ordinary showroom.
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THE SACRAMENTO VAULT BY PANTONE
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COLLECTIVE
Conceptualized on the progressive composition of different elements, materiality and contrasting colors of scaramento green and gold, designed by New Delhi based Pantone Collective Design Studio.
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HOUSE NUMBER 12 BY QUIRK
STUDIO
House number 12 is an idyllic space admist the urban chaos of Mumbai - the financial capital of India, designed by Mumbai based Quirk Studio.
DE NEXT //Young Architects & Designers of India tell their story Commercial Hospitality DESIGN ETHICS ARCHITECTURE STUDIO, NEW DELHI
BORA DA DESIGN STUDIO, NEW DELHI
STUDIO MESTRY, MUMBAI
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Commercial Corporate THE BIG STUDIO, HARIDWAR
SACHI’s INTERIOR CONCEPT, VADODARA
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Commercial Retail AFFIRM DESIGN STUDIO, JALANDHAR
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ABOUT THE ISSUE With this issue Design Essentia launches its first edition for the year 2020.
Residential NIRMANAM DESIGN STUDIO, VADODARA ESI DESIGN STUDIO, MUMBAI
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Inpired by the lines of Mies Van der Rohe “God is in the Details”
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DE introduces its special interior design issue showcasing new exquisite details and extraordinary elegance in interior design for our readers. From interviewing and showcasing the top trendsetters in the design guild to introducing the new young talents of the country, this edition showcases the best in trends and tips to follow. Happy Reading!!
I dont think architecture is just about building physical structures, it is an art that satisfies the human eye aiming to bring the society together with a good design” “Also being an architect I believe; a good design is the one for a smart future in which mankind approaches symbiotically to nature rather than destroying it. #LetsTalkDesign
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COLOR OF THE YEAR DE directions
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antone announces its color of the year 2020; a timeless and enduring blue hue,
PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue is elegant in its simplicity. Suggestive of the sky at dusk, the reassuring qualities of the thought-provoking PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue highlight our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era. Imprinted in our psyches as a restful color, Classic Blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit, offering refuge.
Aiding concentration and bringing laser like clarity, Classic Blue re-centers our thoughts. A reflective blue tone, Classic Blue fosters resilience.
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How to Use the Pantone Color of the Year
2020 Pantone created five unique color palettes featuring : PANTONE Classic Blue to help you bring this year’s special shade into your designs. Each palette conveys a different mood, illustrating the versatility of Classic Blue, and is supported by three suggested color combinations.
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INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS
YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY OUT!! Creating inspiring interior design that makes a good first impression on guests is something that every homeowner wants as it’s a nice feeling to see your guests admire your home’s impressive interior design. To help you make a killer interior design impression, here are 12 ways you can design to impress with a brilliant interior design.
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HANG INTERESTING PENDANT LIGHTS
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ADOPT AN OPEN PLAN DESIGN
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ADD SOME EYE CATCHING STYLE
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GO GREEN DECORATE WITH PLANTERS
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DRESS UP YOUR WALLS
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ELEVATE THE WHITE PANELLING
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LARGE WINDOWS FOR DAYLIGHT
FOCUSS ON FOYER FOR THAT FIRST IMPRESSION
VIBRANT COLOURS & BOLD PATTERNS WITH DE directions Design Essentia Magazine//DE INDIA
THE WALALA LOUNGE
Camille Walala transforms the streets of London into vibrant urban living room at the London Design Festival 2019.
On Cover Photographer : Charles Emerson
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CAMILLE WALALA is a french designer based in London; a purveyor of positivity, expressed through vibrant colour and bold pattern. Her work, from the micro to the macro, harnesses optimistic typography and exuberant geometries to create environments that stimulate the senses and inspire joy.
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Camille Walala
transformed South Molton street in London into an immersive corridor of colour, complete with sculptural benches that bring Walala’s distinctive murals into three dimensional form. Camille Walala designed it for the London Design Festival that took place in September 2019. Designed to feel like an open-air urban living room, Walala lounge creates a vivid sanctuary that uplifts the surrounding urban environment while bringing positivity to the passing public and inviting them to take a moment to stop, breath and connect with themselves and each other.
“I wanted to push myself by creating another style of public art to make people smile again.This time I have designed public benches, where people can feel at home, surrounded by plants and rugs. I want to create a place where people can gather, appreciate their surroundings and enjoy the city. I love the idea of bringing an element of fun to the street, weaving colour and joy into a city which is sometimes lacking in both.� says Camille Walala. January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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Camille Walala transforms the streets of London into vibrant urban living room Walala established her east London studio in 2009. At previous editions of London Design Festival she has created an inflatable castle and a multicoloured pedestrian crossing in south London. She has also created much large installations, including a 40-metre-high mural in New York. She believes that when colour and fun are added to cities it can make a big difference to people's experiences. Photographer : Charles Emerson
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With her elegant design sensibility and innate taste for luxury, Gauri Khan embodies the essence of Arnaya. The debut collection ideated by Gauri Khan draws inspiration from icicles and is titled 'Frozen'.
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GAURI KHAN DESIGNS
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GAURI KHAN Founder - Gauri Khan Designs
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Reinterpreting the natural beauty of marble to create bespoke objets d'art by Anirudh Datta | Design Essentia Magazine
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THE FROZEN COLLECTION Galcial Inlay Mirror A striking asymmetric vanity mirror outlined by a dual frame of both; black marble and malachite. The nonlinear inlay inl of marble breaks the mirror into three par ts impersonating an ice-drip on a glacier. The nuanced crooked details of the malachite within the mirror fur ther accentuate the frozen trait of the collection. (above)
auri Khan brings an air of aesthetic value that seamlessly compliments Arnaya's unmatched technology in marble development. The debut collection ideated by Gauri Khan draws inspiration from icicles and is titled 'Frozen'. Her series of lifestyle products and pieces is brought to life by Arnaya with their peerless technology that sets the seal on quality and precision. “With a predominant use of black and white marble, the form remains fluid to emulate the frozen waterfalls” The range is a versatile selection of bath ware, vanity consoles and tables that can be reimagined for distinct spaces.
Frosted Forest Sink
Waterfall Vanity Console This is a bold black marble vanity console shaped after frozen waterfalls. The subtle white veining of the black marble is equipoised by the stripes inlay in white marble finished with a cascading trim of the edge. The white marble is wisely positioned to be at the basin area with the longest drip of the cascade being there too. (above)
An eclipse sink in a regal black marble colour blocked with precious malachite. While the black marble is accentuated with subtle white veins, the emerald stone with it’s inherent texture mirrors water ripples frozen in stone. ston The asymmetric blend of the stones is beautifully balanced by the contrast in texture and would be a striking addition to your bath spaces. (below)
Ice Block Sink Standing tall and high, the Ice Block Sink is a visual and functional masterpiece. With an irregular inlay of three distinct marbles, the sink mimics a melting block of ice. The distinct texture and veining of each stone fur ther adds to the beauty of the sink that is otherwise geometrically symmetric. (on left)
In her own words, Gauri Khan’s exposure to colours, moods, seasons and conversations around her have developed her lens through which she assesses spaces and objects. Her collection for Arnaya is influenced by ice drips and epitomises the indisputable connect between art and nature. January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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THE ESCAPE COLLECTION This collection touches upon the idea of release in furniture through well-conceived designs that are dominantly set in geometric arrangements.
Escape Peg Table A brilliant composition of a cone in white marble with subtle beige veining complemented by a circular disc of green marble. The tip of the cone escapes the disc making for a lovely display of escapism.
Linear Center Table A linear and functional piece with the highlights being the curvatures of the design with the colour blocking that is balanced by a stripe at the bottom and a block at one of the curves. (on left)
Striped Console Table Classic stripes in marble arranged ergonomically to make for a great addition to your space as a console table. The design of the table leaves an effor tless triangle in the centre of the table making for a minimalistic form. (on right)
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THE ELLIPSE COLLECTION This collection is predominantly rooted in shapes with rounded edges and elliptical forms with a certain
addition
through
other
of
colour
stones
using
techniques of inlay and overlay in stripes and spirals.
Serpentine Console Table With an irregular elliptical table top, the console stands on a leg of marble that has circular rings in a variety of stones. The leg houses a little cavity at the bottom. (below)
Showspace : Lido Towers 1054, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu Koliwada, Khar Danda, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400049 info@arnaya.in | +91 - 9586899999 | www.arnaya.in
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The President & Chief Architect at Bofill Arquitectura, Barcelona, Spain. With 25 years of experience at RBTA, he has expertise in the design of large-scale masterplans, smart cities,
public
facilities,
residential
schemes, office buildings and mix-use compounds.
Ricardo E. Bofill Maggiora Rica
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Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, Barcelona, Spain.
DE SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW During his last visit to India for the Festival of Architecture and Interior Design (FOAID), Ricardo E Bofill the president & Rica chief architect of Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura (RBTA) from Barcelona, Spain had a detailed interaction with Design Essentia Magazine Editor Anirudh Datta. Ricardo E. Bofill joined RBTA in 1991 after graduating from Harvard University (Degree in Architecture) and worked along side his father Ricardo Bofill Levi who headed RBTA back then.
“the Architect
with a sustainable vision for future.” Getting to know the life of architect Ricardo E Bofill. By Anirudh Datta Design Essentia Magazine//DE INDIA
RBTA best known for expansive neoclassic housing estate, Les Espaces d’Abraxas, at the new town of Marne-la-Vallée, east of Paris, and La Fábrica, the monumental former concrete factory in Barcelona that is home to the Bofill family and the Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura. RBTA’s another one is ofcourse the La Muralla Roja; one of my personal favourites, you cannot miss that beauty. It was interesting talking to Ricardo E. Bofill as he shared his insights on his architectural career and also how impor tant it is to create future cities sustainable .
What inspired you to become an Architect? I am a third generation architect, my grandfather was a local architect from Barcelona and my father Ricardo Bofill Levi joined him when he was young. I was named after my father because of a tradition in our country, it is to continue the the legacy and principles of the name and the studio. My family was my main inspiration. My grandfather and my father use to take me to the architectural sites and explain me about the space and materiality. Also the city of Barcelona inspired me the most to become an architect. The city of Barcelona is January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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a laboratory of urban design as it has a massive plan that has been followed for more than 150 years. It has a very strong urban charachter, a strong natural presence of water below - the mediterranean and also the mountains behind. Then ofcourse the strong history of architecture that goes back to the Roman Empire. Anyone will be inspired, you walk around the city and all of a sudden there is a famous Gaudi building, there is a Lluís Domènech, all that Catalan ar t, so many architecture schools around. Eveything inspires you.
What is the methodology of the studio? Your design philosophy and approach for RBTA’s success? We have kept a global approach towards architecture. I like to travel, and so does our studio believes in for diversifying the work. We call ourself “the travelling circus”. It is not always in architecture how big you are, we belive how global you become in order to learn and spread your work - building in multiple places to transform their cities.
Our aim have always been breaking away form Who did you look up to as a student? Any the modern block like, something different from favorite Architects or Designers? Any specific what Corbusier did. We have been in Spain and reasons? been inspired by our Catalan way. Being regional and vernacular as well as organic and not exactly I consider myself lucky to have met many inspiring the post modern approach became our way. architects with my father who were alive back then. Like Phillip Johnson, Ceaser Pelli, Micheal We create dynamic spaces founded on the Graves, Louis Kahn, Mies Van der Rohe and yes centrality of the human scale in its purposes, definitely Le Corbusier - he had a great influence functions, movement. Through refined technical exper tise and a mature cultural sensitivity, the over the 20th century. Their personality, the way they talk to you, all the multidisciplinary team of specialists at RBTA advices they give you with that enormous develops a liquid vocabulary for the built environment in an ever-changing world. experience of theirs was enough to inspire you. We built mass housings for the economical weaker classes with a classical approach but with technology. People criticised these as “palaces for RBTA stands for Ricardo Bofill Taller de poor”. To which we said ok; if you say so. RB Arquitectura. The word “Taller” means workshop. Back in 1963 this workshop of architecture was Our current approach is to adapt the concept of established by my father Ricardo Bofill Levi. I “sustainability” for the built environment. We are joined him later officially in 1991 after graduation. investigating how climate change will effect future cities. We are trying to provoke the From our headquar ters in Barcelona, at the thinking in peolple with education and awareness. repurposed 150 year old cement factory “La “I cannot solve this problem, you cannot solve Fábrica” - we have formulated a language to this problem, the world together needs to do interpret identity and innovation, needs and their part in order to create some effective change. The core strength of RBTA lies in the solutions for this emergency.” First thing is plurality of skills of its team. Talented professionals awareness and acceptance, we need to be aware. in architecture, urban design, master planning, and Half of the people still don’t believe in climate interiors, combine top-level knowledge and change. Even the current president of United inte diversity of qualifications in a unique blend of States dosn’t believe. They say its nature and it will competence and cultural sensitivity. Each member heal itself. We need to act fast for the planet. of our team is a nomad, following the traces of the lifelong journey of my father Ricardo Bofill Now its not all about aesthetics, now its about Levi. health aswell for future, which is our approach. What is the story behind RBTA?
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Any favorite projects of yours, you would like to What do you like to do when you don’t work? share with us? I love to swim when i am home, the sea is right There are many for sure. My personal favourites there. It helps me meditate and be calm. are Walden 7 in Barcelona built in 1975, Xanadu in Calpe in 1971 and La Muralla Roja - the red When not in town i love to travel. I love to wall also in Calpe in 1968, Also there is another explore cities and see their ar t, culture, favourite “La Fabrica” our office in Barcelona. I architecture. That is a good learning experience and as i said earlier also, the best way to work is cannot miss that one for sure. to be global and diversify. Are you a social media enthusiast? You think its important today? Everyone is now on social media. RBTA has been live on social media since few years, apparently RBTA has more than 130 thousand followers on instagram. I personally star ted all this one year ago and now i am getting a hang of it. It is definitely impor tant to be on these social media platforms today, it helps to communicate and create communities of this “communication”. It raises awareness and conciousness. Its global and you learn & grow at a tremendous rate. Funny yet interesting is that nowdays clients ask “do an instagrammable building”.
La Muralla Roja, Calpe, Spain
Truth is now the society needs that and its okay. It is not just for communication and ideas but also impor tant economically.
La Fabrica, before transformation in 1973
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RBTA is now working in India, and has some exciting plans for the country? What are these? RBTA has been initiating in India with many projects. We have been in talks with the NITI Aayog for the Green India Philosophy and also working for the PMAY - mass housing scheme with the Indian government and developers. What is the Green G India Philosophy?. I had an oppor tunity to meet PM Narendra Modi in Spain among one of 12 people to explain the idea. The Green India Plan is to save the country and climate through replanting trees. Reviving the lost forests. I explained PM Modi and the NITI Aayog that it is important to replant millions of trees, not just anywhere for the sake but at the right place. plac We need to save the planet and RBTA is working on it as well. We need to collaborate together. Mankind is finding new planets for life instead of making this one right. Someone once said correctly “THERE IS NO PLANET B”
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What is the PMAY scheme?. The PMAY is the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. It is a mass housing project for India. We have been doing social housings in Europe, Russia, Africa, etc. since 40 years. For India the idea is the housing for all as per our talks with PM Modi. We are planning 60 / 50 / 35 sq. m. small apar tments on massive scale. Currently in process are 6000 units in Bangalore and 2000 units in Kolkata. Any advice for the young designers ou there?. Have dedication and love for what you are doing. Love for architecture is must to practice. Passion as well as patience is required as good amount of time needs to be spent with this thing called “Architecture” to create success and satisfaction. All the best to fellow creatives. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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//In background project by Pantone Collective, photographer: Niveditaa Gupta
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THE JAIPUR BLUE TOTEM by
ASHIESH SHAH Made
exclusively
for
Architectural Digest (AD), standing at six feet tall, the big blue totem is a symbol of Ashiesh Shah’s strong commitment
to
product
design. A
marriage
handicrafts
of
with
Indian modern
aesthetics, Jaipur Blue Stools pays homage to an intricate ar t form, modernized with ethnicity. Four stools, painted on either side with traditional motifs, erect to form a six foot
totem
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Designed by Mumbai based Architect Ashiesh Shah, who is the principal Architect at Atelier Ashiesh Shah. The Jaipur Totem is a modern take
on
city’s
traditional
materials that were traded in for terracotta. Standing tall at 6 feet, the blue Jaipur Totem is the architect’s strong commitment to product design. Ashiesh
Shah
was
also
inspired by the style of ar tist Constantin
Brancusi
and
a
ceramic Ettore Sottsass piece that he bought at Milan’s Gallery Nilufar
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Ashiesh Shah designed
totem
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THE LINGAM BENCH The iconic shape often associated with Lord Shiva is explored in its entirety throughout this collection of furniture. Mode lines meet ancient Indian Modern geometry to create a structure that is both a piece of sculpture and functional furniture.
other products by
ASHIESH SHAH THE INTERSECT The resin table is play of perspective and materials. Created using white marble and resin the stool appears minimal but is full of subtle details. The piece is almost sculptural, playing with the idea of presence and absence; the heavy opaque stone-marble and the transparent, almost immaterial resin. Another interesting feature is the play on perspective- the layers of resin bend the light, reflecting the internal marble structure creating countless illusions depending on the angle from which it is viewed.
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the terramater by
RENESA ARCHITECTS Category - Retail Interiors Location - Amritsar, Punjab, India Interior Design - Renesa Architecture Design Interiors Studio, New Delhi. Principal Architect - Sanjay Arora Studio Head Architect - Sanchit Arora Area - 1300 sq. ft. Brand - Rustickona Photographer - Niveditaa Gupta
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Launching RUSTICKONA’s first showroom in Amritsar, India, the client’s brief was a simple objective for the architects – to create a space that instantly felt comfortable and familiar that would draw people to the place.
Steering away from the traditional showroom approach, Renesa Architects sought to contextualize the space as a gallery that provides the consumer with an experience of viewing the products by presenting them in an engaging setting.
RENESA’S all new TERRAMATER,
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Enclosed within a rustic red terracotta brick studio - The Terramater: Renesa’s new project is not your ordinary showroom. Graphics by Renesa Architecture Design Interiors January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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The design is such that it allows the customers to interact with the products through the various pockets created and get a sense of their inherent quality. Spatiall Spatially, the approach involves a series of adjunctions; tied together by red bricks that set the tone for the brand’s identity. The plan poses a rectangular volume, with arched niches that were created to include natural light into the site. The project experiments with the very idea of space, pushing the boundary of the showroom to act as a gallery where the sculptures and the products become a part of the design. Side-stepping the idea of a layout that conforms to its shape, the final concept removes and cuts through the entire space creating a maneuvering pattern across the store. Simple curves and diagonals are interspersed to create receptacles of display. These different shapes forming the spatial ideology, dissect and resurrect the design forming a frame for the products. Essentially, a Home dÊcor store, the semi enclosed volumes offer multiple access points overlapped with the monolithic structures that act as the gallery elements.
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In terms of materiality, the raw concrete texture resonates with the terracotta bricks forming a transitory space that can be curated like a gallery and showroom. The natural colors and the textural variation found in the material scheme forms spaces that can be curated according to their products. The main focus was to create an indigenous and deconstructed feeling which is in a state of constant change and experimentation much like a gallery would be. Studio Renesa infuses the visitor on to the path that forms organically but is also carefully directed by the architect itself. Celebrating the prominence of brick materiality in the Indian context, the terracotta bricks adds value to the contemporary aesthetic.
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sacramento vault by
PANTONE COLLECTIVE Category - Retail Interiors Location - New Delhi, India Interior Design Pantone Collective, New Delhi. Principal Architect - Tanya Chutani Area - 1100 sq. ft. Brand - Abdul Halder - flagship store Photographer - Niveditaa Gupta 40
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The project has been conceptualized on the progressive composition of different elements and contrasting colors and materiality.
rich sacramento green & golden arches at
The name “Sacramento Vault” is given as per the color palette used in the project. The Dark color of green (Sacramento) has been used in the whole space with a mix of antique brass finished highlight elements to create a sense of contrast with luxury.
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Sacramento Vault aka Abdul Halder Flagship store designed by New Delhi based Pantone Collective Design Studio lead by Architect Tanya Chutani is located in Sultanpur, New Delhi.
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The 1100 sq. ft. space is an open plan layout with various arched gateway to segregate the functions in the open plan and to give a fluid identity to the space so as to create an arched curvaceous character. The Curves are used in order to represent a Feminine ideology, as the store is female fashion couture for traditional wear.At the entrance lies the golden - brass finish arched doorway to give a feeling of grandeur while entering the fashion vault. The space is divided in to three segments as per thefunctions in the fashion store. On entrance lies the vault where the main display pieces are placed to showcase the fashion label. On the left of the “vault� lies the seating / conversation area for the customers to sit and try the traditional wear. Providing a pleasant meeting and social interaction area, the whole space is defined and unified with Black Terrazzo flooring to go with the dark Sacramento theme.
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//DE impressions The space involves these brass finish curved hangers (on right) all around the space to display different design wear pieces. Each display hanger space itself acts as an Art piece relating to the curved geometric theme of the project. These elements are born out of an interest in creating a distinctive design through a simple language that puts this retail space as a unique addition to this area. The entire mood of the space is warm and casual with a luxury pinch to the space. The lighting of the space is done so as to correspond to the mood of the space. The Vault – primary space on entering involves a tinted mirror on the ceiling and on the feature wall, so as to give a sense of depth and high headroom. The use of mirrors increases the feature lighting mood inside as well as to reflect the Sacramento theme all around. The overall concept and design process defines luxury giving a sense of a casual traditional lounge feeling with a modern contemporary elegance for the design wear Abdul Halder. Halde
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Category - Residentail Interiors Location - Khar, Mumbai, India Interior Design - Quirk Studio, Mumbai. Principal Designers - Disha Bhavsar and Shivani Ajmera Area - 2400 sq. ft. Photographer - Kunal Bhatia
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Keeping in mind the design brief as well as the personality, the designers decided to keep the shell of the home neutral and monochromatic in terms of floor and wall finishes, to add an element of layering to the space.
House no. 12,
Grey ceramic tiles have been used through the living, dining and kitchen, while the walls are finished with everest board paneling and in a deeper tone of beige with a metal shadow groove running all across. A certain warmth has been added to the main living area by doing a wooden finished ceiling.
an idyllic space amidst the urban chaos in Mumbai by
QUIRK STUDIO, //Design Essentia Magazine//DE INDIA Photographer: KUNAL BHATIA
Quirk Studio’s design was to be suited for a young couple in their early 30’s with a toddler. The aim was to create a space that had a classic, contemporary and modern aesthetic, but at the same time, exude fun, color & eclectic elements through art, accessories, accent furniture and lights.
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The living room (on right) spills into the dining area (extreme right), where the space has whe been kept minimal, giving spotlight to the live edge wood dining table from ‘and so’ and the modern chandelier by Arjun Rathi. (on right above dining table) The den is the space which really reflects the personalities of the homeowners, and therefore, the designers have created a neutral shell using a solid grey epoxy flooring and a wooden paneled ceiling. The color and pop to the space is added by means of furniture, books, accessories and an eclectic art wall. (below)
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The master bedroom (below) is designed to be simple and neutral, with a wallpaper on the wall behind the bed, and a wall dedicated to photographs on one side. The room opens into the walk-in wardrobe , shoe closet and the master bathroom (below). The ‘his and her’ sink is crafted from a river-washed Kalinga stone and the wall behind the mirrors is finished in a nature inspired patterned leaf wallpaper to add a pop of color to the entire space.
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DESIGN ETHICS ARCHITECTURE STUDIO NEW DELHI, INDIA Design Ethics Architecture Studio is a New Delhi based young design firm practising architecture and Interior design with projects in varied sectors like Residential, Hospitality, Retail, Offices and more. mo The studio came into being somewhere in the middle of 2016,
JATIN GUPTA
POULOMI DHAR ARCHITECTS CO - FOUNDERS
“Every design studio has a story to tell. Ours has just started and it is already pretty interesting. We involve ourselves in both core Architecture as well Interior Design.”
“At Design Ethics Studio, we all come to work every day because we love to get involved in the design process. We believe in the transformative power of illustrations and their ability to simplify communication, elevate experience, engage and inspire people.
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THE DALER RESTAURANT BY DESIGN ETHICS ARCHITECTURE STUDIO Location: Rajouri Garden, New Delhi Photographer: SATISH KUMAR
Spread across an area of tight 2100 sq. ft. of space, Daler is designed with the reminiscence and nostalgia of the past memories of celebratory fetes in Northern part of India. The idea was to bring in elements which bring a flashback of memories one might have of the fetes visited during the many festivals in India. The space was envisioned around a layered structure with fierce colours over a few relatable features which bring about cheerful vibes to celebrate life every day. “Our young clients, with whom we have associated previously for other assignments, approached us with a lot of excitement to design a new restaurant which could take forward the legacy of their more than 50 years old name in the FnB industry. “ “The brief was simply laid out before us. They wanted a fine dining space which would not come out looking rather overwhelmingly expensive. It should be inviting, glamorous yet sensible. Another very important criteria we had to impo keep in our minds while designing was to comprehensively make the restaurant look distinctive in a way such that its character was not lost in the pool of many other restaurants in its surrounding. “ The floor plan of the restaurant is segregated in 3 different levels, with each level having its own unique usage. The majority of a-la-carte dining seating is laid out at the first level with a dedicated waiting area. Upon entering, one is welcomed with a kinetic installation of varied sized pinwheels, finished in metallic gold, which forms the backdrop for the indoor branding of the restaurant. January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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The design scheme is aimed at binding all these different activities at different levels within the same space and presenting people with a nonintimidating environment that portrays an inclusive ambience. A material palette was meticulously curated primarily including greys and golds with an obvious introduction of carefully hand-picked tasteful colours to bring about festivity vibes. The purposeful use of grey concrete finish on the walls with teal as the main accent colour gives a perfect balance to the restaurant which forms the base for our over the top eclectic shaped mirrors. The floor in black and white makes the interior looks dramatic which adds to the overall look and feel. The patterns, colours, forms and shapes are used to imbibe a feeling of nostalgia which makes an instant connect between the space and the user. A lot of mirror has been used in the interiors, be it on the ceiling or on the walls, which, because of the reflections, in a way depicts a happy chaos around and gives a sense of a comprehensive environment. The ceiling in itself is a ginormous art installation which is an abstract reminiscent of a giant wheel, one of the prime focal points at fetes. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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02 BORA DA DESIGN STUDIO NEW DELHI, INDIA
UDAAI BATRA
NAVNEET KAUR INTERIOR DESIGNERS CO - FOUNDERS
Bora Da Design Studio is a product of creative minds and the will to create spaces that are walkable, habitable, interactive works of art. The Studio is led by Principal Designers Udaai Batra and Navneet Kaur who strive to metamorph intangible thoughts of ideas into reality. They believe that Interior Design is great art reflecting who you are in ways you never imagined. Their design perspective is deeply grounded in both Art and Architecture which reflects an artist's eye towards colour and material with a strong sense of space and form.
“We seek inspiration in the daily mundane things and strive to build them into the interesting. My design philosophy combines craftsmanship, comfort and functionality to achieve a distinctive and elegant timeless design.
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THE JANAK - food court BY BORA DA DESIGN STUDIO Location: New Delhi Photographer: KUNAL KHURANA
The Janak is a mall located in New Delhi which comprises of a multiplex and a food court. The objective was clear to create a fun and light hearted space that balances customer experience and functionality. The food court is the main attraction in the mall as it lies at the main entrance. It comprises of an airy atrium with inflow of day light from above. Life size, patina finished sculptures Li of men and women adorn this atrium that seem to be climbing upwards symbolizing growth. This element was thought of, keeping in mind of the eventual growth of the iconic Janak Cinemas to the newer times with a twist of modernity to The Janak. The Food Court branded as The Central Court unfolds the magic and aura of India's widely glorified Bollywood. The design elements draw strong inspiration from Bollywood, the movies, their iconic characters as well from the very art and technique of movie making in all. While most would consider vertical structural support an obstruction, Bora Da` had other plans. They decided to embrace the columns by making them the most prominent feature in the space. spac The wall art is comical and adequately animated to portray the characters that anyone walking in can relate to. All lights are unconventional and custome made. One segment of pendant lamps have bollywood movie posters painted in them. 54
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2,500 pieces of three different coloured tiles have been set together to create a geometric design around the periphery of the food court counters. They bring in the much needed break from the monotony of the Brescia marble. Br The colours are peppy and bright along warm mood lighting that give the space an elegant aura and ambience. This model is designed for the masses and materials used are robust and durable for heavy traffic and daily use. In all, the elements, colours, materials and different lighting sources bind the space together and bring in a homogenous spread of Bollywood with elegance. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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03 STUDIO MESTRY MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA Studio Mestry is a young, multidisciplinary design firm, based in Mumbai, founded by Principal Architect Akshaya Mestry. “Our projects so far have covered an entire spectrum of interior and architectural designing, including a range of residential and hospitality projects, renovation of old apartments, redesigning of existing cafes to being a part of the concept development stage for new restaurants right from scratch.”
AKSHAYA MESTRY ARCHITECT FOUNDER
“We believe in creating holistic spaces and designing effectively by bringing in simple elements in an elegant and innovative manner.”. The design and research process plays a pivotal role while working on any project. Right from the concept stage to the end product, our focus is always on perfecting the details and transforming sites into beautiful livable spaces. spaces
“We believe in designing effectively by bringing in simple elements, which at most times are inspired by the site context, in an elegant and innovative manner, while perfecting the finest details.
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WOK THIS WAY BY STUDIO MESTRY Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra Photographer: ANISH PADALKAR
Wok This Way is a 350 sq.ft quick service cafe serving traditional Asian cuisines with innovative combinations of locally sourced vegetables. The client brief was simple, they wanted to create a cafe that would have an oriental look and feel and would also have an overall strong sense of identity as a space that will stand out in a neighborhood which is overly crowded with restaurants and cafes. ca “Our idea was to create a space that would go along with the kind of food Wok this Way offerssimple, clean, organic, while also creating a bright and inviting cafe that adds a whimsical pop of orange to the block, as orange is their brand colour. colou � Since it was a tiny space of roughly 350 sq.ft. with a high ceiling, we wanted to create a more intimate experience while bringing out the oriental element in a subtle way. The rear end of the space is used as the kitchen area along with a common washroom tucked in a corner. The front space is the main dining space which has a table chair set up on one side and a long high table with high chairs on the other. A combination of pale wooden seating and table tops along with white walls and black ceiling, set against an orange wall, can be seen to make the space look bigger and brighter. To add the informality of a street like feel, we used grey terrazzo floor tiles throughout the space along with lantern like lighting. To have maximum visibility, the entire cafe facade has clear glass panels with a combination of orange powder coated aluminium sections po and solid paneling at the top and bottom. January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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“We worked closely with the client to come up with all of the restaurant’s graphic applications, adapting the existing identity with new iconography for signage, menus, partition wall art to shop front etched graphics with all pattern work inspired by and adapted from traditional Asian print designs. We wanted to avoid clichéd designs references to Chinese culture in India, and thus refrained from using obvious traditional patterns or symbols anywhere in the space. Instead we used contemporary elements to redefine the Asian design, like the use of cane as back rests and within the kitchen wall partition and wall art using different patterns and line graphics. “ Traditional woven cane is used in the space through a series of arches for the kitchen partition and high back rest for the seating. Laser cut metal artwork is fixed on top of the cane backrest, which is inspired by oriental food Wok this Way offers. Along with cane, inspiration was also drawn from the traditional Asian window design with mullion grids for the backrest. Wall art with a contemporary take on the Oriental patterns and graphics is installed on one of the walls along with planters suspended from dimsum boxes. On the opposite wall, four wooden shelves are placed to display artifacts and more greens. These are supported by circular orange metal rings of different sizes. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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04 THE BIG STUDIO HARIDWAR, UTTARAKHAND, INDIA The BIG Studio an architecture & interior design studio. It was founded in Haridwar, India in April, 2018 by principal architects Shivang Malhotra and Avani Arora. We aim to achieve the utopian atmosphere for with knowledge and skills in architecture, interior and furniture design.
SHIVANG MALHOTRA & AVANI ARORA ARCHITECTS CO - FOUNDERS
All the services are tailored, aims at highlighting individuality of the client, fitting their specific budget and time constraints.
“We believe architecture and design go beyond merely providing shelter; to influencing how we feel, how welive and how others see us. We as human beings are dictated by our surroundings.
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THROUGH THE ARCH THE BIG STUDIO OFFICE Location: Haridwar Photographer: SHIVANG MALHOTRA
The Big Studio’s office space, which they name ‘Through the Ach’. Built in 2600 sq.ft. of covered area, it reflects the firm’s ideals through an open office plan that is accentuated by Roman arches. The office was designed with the purpose of creating pockets of areas that would serve distinct functions. On arrival, the visitor is welcomed at the reception with soft tones leading into the central area adjoined by aworkspace and a discussion room. Leading upstairs, is a white stone staircase, curling around a waterbody and featuring a skylight overhead that floods the entire office with natural light from morning till late evenings, reducing energy needs considerably. The first floor houses a series of workspaces, and the head office adjoined by private terrace garden. The garden lies just opposite to the desk, featuring wall punctured with openings, delighting the office owner with the view of trees as he looks in front.
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The design pays special attention to color palette, hues being pivotal in dictating moods of various spaces. The furniture also designed by the firm, plays a vital role in relaying the design through the sharp angles and variation in materiality adding character to the space.
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05 SACHI’s INTERIOR CONCEPT VADODARA, GUJARAT, INDIA Sachi Interior Concept (SIC) is a young design studio based in Vadodara, Gujarat set up by two young designers Sachi Parikh and Meera Mehta. Ambience of the SIC studio draws perfect daylight and free flow of fresh air with its open plan design.
MEERA MEHTA
SACHI PARIKH
INTERIOR DESIGNERS CO - FOUNDERS
Basic theme of the studio is warm and neutral. Use of natural elements infuses positivity & adds energy to the creative minds at work.
“The simple meaning of design is to CREATE. We at SIC aim to intelligently create innovative
spaces keeping the functional aspects in mind.Our core philosophy is to use clean, simple lines and as many natural elements as possible to enhance the creativity of the spaces to utmost satisfaction of the clients.
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SIC STUDIO BY SACHI’s INTERIOR CONCEPT Location: Vadodara, Gujarat Photographer: PHOTOGRAPHIX - IRA GOSALIA
SIC is a 500 sq. ft. interior design studio of two young, enterprising designers Sachi and Meera. “Our inspiration for designing hails from our love for art and culture. The studio is located in the “Sanskari Nagari”, Vadodara, Gujarat. Considering the petite studio, it was extremely significant to make supreme utilization of space so as to make it less cluttered, warm and yet appealing. To achieve the aim, we have focused on clean and simple lines.” As you enter the studio, there is a passage which leads to the waiting area for the visitors and clients. Entire flooring of the studio is done using brown Kota Stone. Brown Kota Stone being a surprise element in its colour range has been used in a playful manner by placing them diagonally in the entire office along with creating a natural carpet format underneath the center table. The centre table in the waiting area is made using two basic elements, ply finished with veneer and brass finish legs. In order to create a small storage space in the waiting area, a simple storage unit is made using ply finished with veneer. For the purpose of uniformity, legs of the storage unit and uni sofa are designed in the same format. The waiting area and workstation is an open space concept for giving a large expanse to the space. The principal space of the studio is designed in such a way that it illustrates artistic elements for the visitors. There is ample amount of natural light that splashes inside the cabin which infuses great amount of energy and positivity to the creative minds at work. One of the major walls of the cabin is an exposed brick wall. This adds to the natural elements which is the theme of the studio and also plays along with the neutral and warm color pallet. January - February 2020 Edition//Design Essentia//DE INDIA |
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The crucial part of design aspect was the partition between principal space and waiting area which we did not want to compromise on and make it like a usual office cabin. So, to break the traditional office feeling we created a display of terracotta artwork on either sides of the partition which became a focal point for all the visitors. This artwork was created by a local artist. Further, in order to break the neutrality we added a colour element by using turquoise upholstered sofa which is rested against the brick wall. The sofa adds perfect amount of color and vibrant energy to the workspace. “Our motive in design was to give an informal waiting area and enjoyable workspace for all. In addition, the studio also has an attached terrace space to it, which is used for outdoor meetings, material display and discussions.� displ Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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06 AFFIRM DESIGN STUDIO JALANDHAR, PUNJAB, INDIA
AFFIRM DESIGN STUDIO is an architectural and interior design practice based in Jalandhar, Punjab with an involvement in sustainable architecture & design practice. The firm was established in 2015 in Jalandhar, Punjab led by architects Gunveet Singh & Paramjit Singh.
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PARAMJIT SINGH ARCHITECTS CO - FOUNDERS
We aim to develop environmentally and morphologicallyresponsible design solutions with quality & functionality as our primary concern, allowing the inhabitants to thrive along with their relation with spaces, light and materials around them. them
“Design serves the Emotion of the Inhabitant. Emotion hence drives the Design Process. Design needs to define how one feels in a space while retaining the functional integrity of that space.
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THE TURQUOISE ROOM BY AFFIRM DESIGN STUDIO Location: Chandigarh Photographer: ANIRUDH DATTA
A Fashion Studio based out of Mohali. We call it the Turquoise Room. The inspiration behind the design is that of Rajputana Palaces known for their grandeur and royalty. This space hence provides the same window of grandeur and subtlety to showcase this Designer’s Work of Art. This space houses the Display Arena at the front showcasing the fabrics, dresses and accessories designed by the designer and the workshop at the back totalling around 700 Sq.ft. of Area. The display arena covers around 400 Sq.ft. and co the backend workshop covers 300 Sq.ft.
The showcase area is divided in to 6 arched windows and 2 small rectangular windows at both sides of the space, hence visually balancing each other. These windows can display at least 50 designer dresses at a time. There is a separate fabric section and a Trial Room as well. The Color Palette of this space represents the emotion of vibrant glamour that prevails in the fashion industry. This turquoise color with a raw and rustic texture used around the Arched Display Windows playing in contrast with the white and greys around it surrounding the dresses designed and created by the Designer. 66
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The details are the key component of this design as it is in the Palaces of Rajasthan. Starting with the symmetry and fineness of the Arches in the turquoise color, the mouldings surrounding the Arches and highlighting the corners in grey color, the color contrasts between turquoise, grey and white, the brushed brass hardware and the Backlighting that highlights the display windows. The brass and grey color patterned floor tiles run through to the display windows as a background to the dresses. These tiles tie the whole space together and putting the place in a rich and vibrant setting. The contrast colored doors is detailed very finely in colo with mouldings designed in a pattern and they sit very royally in space. The space is vibrant and of grandeur nature. This is precisely the intent and emotion that is displayed in the dresses of the designer. The space and the dresses hence are in total with each other, which completes our goal as designers. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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07 NIRMANAM DESIGN STUDIO VADODARA, GUJARAT, INDIA Incepted in 2016, with the intent of convergent thinking, Darshana Vora and Bhargav Pancholi teamed up to establish the Nirmanam Design Studio.
DARSHANA VORA BHARGAV PANCHOLI INTERIOR DESIGNER CO - FOUNDER
ARCHITECT CO - FOUNDER
“Nirmanam” as the Sanskrit word suggests the duo have embarked upon this journey to create spaces that bring in the best sensations. Their mission is to develop interior and de exterior experiences that are distinctive, aesthetic and leave a lasting charm.
“Our design philosophy pivots along establishing a close link between both the disciplines architecture and interior design. We are committed to co-ordinating the design efforts in a systematic and organised manner.
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VRAJ HOUSE BY NIRMANAM DESIGN STUDIO Location: Vadodara, Gujarat Photographer: TEJAS SHAH
The ‘Vraj’ house is located in a well-planned, posh and green canopied Nandigram society, Manjalpur, Vadodara. The clients - a Vadodara based, deep-rooted and socially very well integrated Gujarati family with a business background; had a strong affinity to the location due to its connectivity to the surrounding prime areas. The entire plot given to us was only 2072 sq.ft. The challenging part was to cater to three different generations occupying the house. The set of requirements included a well integrated indoor outdoor connectivity, foyer, living, dining, kitchen, pooja, store, family/home theatre, guest room, bedrooms, powder room, well-planned terrace and an elevator. “Our approach was purely driven by a very strong urge to deliver clean, clear, decluttered spaces with blended mature material palette. This had to be inter-woven with the strict stringent brief given to us. After demolishing the existing tenament and following various protocols, we constructed the whole house in 3255 sq.ft built-up form. ” “We did have difference of opinions at various junctions” recalls Bhargav. But we smartly handled the challenge and planned ample camouflaged storage spaces. Right from its inception, we were very clear about the material palette we wanted to use. We infused wood, brass, corten steel, exposed brick work, grey textured walls and a soothing white to achieve that perfect contemporary Indo ethnic charm. Though not making it look very traditional was the challenge and an aware, informed choice.
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A beautiful metal and veneer jaali-door teamed up with a solid door having a customised metal handle opens up into a welcoming foyer space. This had to be a ‘first-impression’ spot. The back-lit waved up wooden-brass art work by Chintan Joshi, Vadodara, adorns the plain wall. As one seamlessly flows through these areas, the staircase leads to the more private areas. A meticulously and painstakingly carved wood and RCC staicase area has a story of its own. “We had a great deal of discussions and debates when it came to choosing the material for the treads”- ponder Bhargav and Darshana. We chose wood as we felt it would best compliment the overall exuberance. The staircase wall has hand-painted elephants in teal. The back-lit circular white acrylic panel symbolises the full-moon, while the casted brass and metal flowers “sprinkled” from the tusked animal adorn the grey wall. The large master bedroom with burberry beige italian marble speaks all about the client’s love for cane, wood, indian ethnic motifs and elegance. It opens up into a semi covered private seating space well defined with the use of shell shaped rustic tiles. The well-treated metal screen adds purpose to its being and lends a picture perfect quality to the terrace area. Checkout more at www.designessentiamagazine.com
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08 EVERY SQUARE INCH DESIGN STUDIO MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA The Mumbai based Every Square Inch Design Studio are a neoteric team of Architects who specialize in creating prolific built environments.
JINESH SANGHAVI & EKTAA CHHADVA ARCHITECTS CO - FOUNDERS
Our ambition is to delve into Architecture and give ingenious solutions to our clients for projects of varying scales and designs. Since ESI studio’s inception the firm has undertaken a wide spectrum of projects ranging from residential, master planning, hospitality restaurants, retail commercial interiors and, in Mumbai, Bangalore Bangalo and Hyderabad.
“We as designers learn how to handle the complexity of a project or given space and the big art of design of making complicated things simple and to achieve what the client needs with our design solutions with increasing the aesthetic value.
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MEHTA HOUSE BY EVERY SQUARE INCH DESIGN STUDIO Location: Kandiwali west, Mumbai, Maharashtra Photographer: UMANG SHAH
Every Square Inch Design studio from Mumbai designed this 2BHK show flat of 650 Sq.ft. for Mehta Group for their project in Kandivali West, Mumbai. “We modified the kitchen walls in order to enhance the look of the living room with an open plan kitchen and to make it look more spacious.� The theme of the house revolved around using gold lining in our design to enhance the look of the house. The design approach was minimalist and simple.
morning till late evenings, reducing energy needs considerably. The first floor houses a series of workspaces, and the head office adjoined by private terrace garden. The garden lies just opposite to the desk, featuring wall punctured with openings, delighting the office owner with the view of trees as he looks in front.
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As per the Architects; “We used neutral colours through out the apartment with a splash of colour in the master bedroom to break the colour theme.�
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Eloquent Spaces Meaning and Community in Early Indian Architecture ‘Eloquent Spaces’ adopts the twin analytic of meaning and community to write a fresh history of building in early India. It presents a new perspective on the principles and practices of early Indian architecture.
Edited by Shonaleeka Kaul
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Eloquent Spaces adopts the twin analytic of meaning and community to write a fresh history of building in early India. It presents a new perspective on the principles and practices of early Indian architecture. Defining it broadly over space uses, the book architecture as a form production as well consumption.
a range of argues for of cultural as public
Ten chapters by leading archaeologists, architects, historians and philosophers, examining different architectural sites and landscapes, including Sanchi, Moodabidri, Srinagar, Chidambaram, Patan, Konark, Basgo and Puri, demonstrate the need to look beyond the built form to its spirit, beyond aesthetics to cognition, and thereby to integrating architecture with its myriad living contexts. ABOUT THE EDITOR
The volume captures some of the semantic diversity inherent in premodern Indian traditions of civic building, both sacred and secular, which were, however, unified in their insistence on enacting meaning and a transcendent validity over and above utility and beauty of form. The book is a quest for a culturally rooted architecture as an alternative to the growing crisis of disembededness that informs modern praxis. This volume will be of interest to scholars and practitioners of architecture, ancient Indian history, philosophy, art history and cultural studies.
Shonaleeka Kaul is Associate Professor at the Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University. Her previous works include The Making of Early Kashmir: Landscape and Identity in the Rajatarangini (2018), Cultural History of Early South Asia: A Reader (2014) and Imagining the Urban: Sanskrit and the City in Early India (2010).
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