Deign Matrix January February 2016

DESIGN MATRIX • January-February 2016

January-February 2016 VOL. 6 • ISSUE 2 • `100

• INTERIORS N IG ES D • LE Y ST FE LI PEOPLE •

tete-a-tete with

Pratap Jadhav

Good design is not only aesthetics, even functionality of space is equally important. I must add one more thing; I feel it should be timeless.

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as the available space in any home. We bring to you, best kitchens with the industry players sharing their brain storming ideas to make your kitchen an ideal and a special space. The kitchen spaces shared by NA Architects are mind blowing and we are sure that you will enjoy our new Focal Point section.

We celebrate this edition with a new thought; approach and ideology. We have a designer from Pune on our Cover, who was recently conferred with ‘Pune Design Pride,’ award for his service to the profession of Interior Design and dynamic leadership. He is designer Pratap Jadhav. His design journey with

editor’s pick

Enjoy Good Health

his wife Mrunalini is thought-provoking with a simplistic outlook.

We bring to you spaces filled with fun and excitement. Some recreational office spaces will relieve your stress. The Blissful Abodes’ showcased here are contemporary, cozy and warm. The house that is situated on an exclusive residential estate on the island of Ibiza, called Roca Llisa offers panoramic view. To know more, read our international segment. If you have any plans to change the look of your house and create a new ambience in your space, then little Geometry can help you. A special authored article by Abha Gupta, will certainly keep you engrossed.

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ideal choice to enjoy some French and Bengali cuisines. Design Matrix team wish you all a very happy and prosperous New Year.

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Designers Pratap Jadhav and Mrunalini conveys a meaningful insight about their flair towards design and their outlook towards life.

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Simplistic

Outlook

It has been a successful journey for Pratap Jadhav, President of the Institute of Indian Interior Designers, Pune Regional Chapter and his wife Mrunalini, practicing for 26 years. Pratap Jadhav & Associates, Pune; is known for creating awe-inspiring commercial designs, hospitality, office and residential spaces. ‘Attitudes,’ another banner, jointly headed by this duo caters to design and build projects.

Words: Marilyn Madathil Photo credits: Parthavi Yadav Photography

D

esign

Matrix’s

conversa-

tion with Pratap and Mrunalini conveys a meaningful

insight about their flair for design and their outlook towards life.

DM: What determined your passion for design?

Pratap Jadhav: Uniqueness found in any form of creation is something that fascinates me. The very feeling of creating something distinct is exciting. I strongly believe that a design should be created in a manner that it should influence the lifestyle of the end user.

DM: What is a good design according to you, is it an art or science?

PJ: It is both; if the designer fails to integrate it, the design can eventu-

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Cosy chat with Pratap When not at work, I love reading books and listening to music, I love the Indian Classical genre.

We at Pratap Jadhav Associates are known as minimal designers and known for our Principals.

The designers I admire the most... My father Ar. Vasant Jadhav, John Pawson, Richard Neutra, Geoffrey Bawa.

for our Chapter. We had 100% mem-

DM: Can you remember your first design project?

bership growth in three months and

PJ: Oh yes! I will never forget those

since the inception of this chapter,

days when me and Mrunalini (my

it is growing, in terms of its perfor-

good friend and my wife), sat togeth-

mance.

er in a restaurant (before our mar-

2006 was the most happening years

riage) and made sketches, while

DM: From a member to be a President, the journey seems to interesting, tell us about your vision?

designing a bungalow as a joint effort for a client named Tilak. Those days, I stayed in a hostel and Mrunalini took keen interest to draft it precisely at

PJ: I got elected in National Execu-

her home. We had an exciting experi-

ally fall short. The services offered in

tive committee in 2006. During 2008

ence, working with this client. He was

the overall design, execution, play an

to 2010, I served as the Chairman for

very supportive and the same time

important role in the world interiors.

the membership development com-

very professional. Still, we cherish

Good design is not only aesthetics,

mittee. I was also once again given to

those memories; it has been a long

even functionality of space is equal-

Chair the IIID National Convention.

time, a story that dates back to the

ly important. I must add one more

I have chaired five conventions till

time when we were just beginners.

thing; I feel it should be timeless.

date. I was also Secretary General of

Nothing much has changed in Tilak’s

Asia Pacific Space Designers Alliance

bungalow, he was totally satisfied

DM: We would like to know about your IIID Venture?

(APSDA) for four years.

with our design and that is what is

PJ: I started working for IIID even

APSDA. Yes, the journey was inter-

before I started my own practice.

esting and inspiring. I thank every-

I was not a member then, but was

one who chose me as the National

very keen to volunteer. Eventually

President of IIID and I assure that I

I became member and got formally

will be serving the board with the

DM: Mrunalini, we would like to know your experiences working with Pratap over this project?

elected on the Managing Commit-

best services.The vision of our team

MP: As we have been working

tee of Pune Regional Chapter of

is to take design to the masses and

together it has been a wonderful

IIID. I took charge as the Chairman in

focus on Interior Design Education

experience to complement his design

2004. The time span during 2004 to

in India.

thinking, support each other and be

Currently I represent India at

important to us.

on sites. He frames his design ideas in his mind and the moment something strikes him, he needs someone to listen and appreciate. At times it is really difficult, but he knows what he wants and what the space demands with the client brief in mind. He takes suggestions from anyone is what I like, very humble in his approach.

DM: How supportive is Pratap as a business partner and a life partner?

MP: Very supportive and a wonderful life partner. I have heard him saying that I have been a big blessing for him, but sincerely I feel, I am blessed.

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of togetherness, our marriage anni-

me grounded with his principals. He

versary in January , 2016.

was a great Architect for me and has really done wonderful projects in

DM: How has been your journey in this profession?

Nashik, which still stand away from

PJ: I and Mrunalini feel privileged to

inspiring me.

the crowd. The joy of creation keeps

enjoy a very interesting and inspirlearning experience, in terms of

DM: How would you define your signature style?

understanding spaces, catering to

MP: Timeless design solutions for

the client needs or understanding

our clients are our signature style.

their psychology. To carve our own

We work hard to keep things simple.

niche in our profession, we both,

We have a niche clientele, who appre-

together created our signature style.

ciate and like our designs. In fact, we

There is no substitute for hard work

do not do residences without refer-

and fairness in what we do, if one has

ence.

ing journey that gave us both a great

to grow.

to five years, before you set up your own practice.

PJ: I like to deal with residential

DM: What is the most challenging part of your job?

What about the interesting one?

spaces as every time it poses a chal-

PJ: The most challenging part is to

MP: We hardly had any.

lenge with different spaces, clients’

get the work done on time and con-

requirements, cultural background

trol budgets. We have maintained

or

our contractors for last two decades,

DM: What fields of design are you most interested in?

educational

background.

To

understand all this and then derive a

but that is a challenge.

DM: How do you deal with troublesome clients?

DM: If not a designer, what will be the other profession you would choose?

PJ: Teaching is my passion and I will

customized solution for them is very demanding. With our experience,

MP: Interesting is to cater to cli-

go back to teaching, someday when

we have developed a questionnaire,

ent needs and the very feeling that

I will be able to dedicate time. I have

which defines our clients’ needs and

we are going to bring in a positive

taught for ten long years and was

this becomes a little easier to deal

change in the given space and that it

heading the department of Interior

with the spaces. Well, it might be

is a big driving force.

Design for eight years. I personally

sounding something out of the box, but our approach to begin with is analytical.

DM: Tell our readers about the most interesting project you worked on?

feel, if one can teach, one should

DM: What advice do you have for young designers or architects reading this interview?

teach, as it is a God given skill, I feel

PJ: My advice for anyone and every-

fer buying a book, if suggested or

one is to work hard and do FAIR prac-

one, which I want to read.

PJ: We must have done at least eight

tice. It’s one the reasons we garner

to ten residences in the building,

respect in the profession. Work with

where we are staying now. The layout

senior good firms for at least three

these houses interesting and different. That is what I believe is the success of our profession.

DM: What inspires you today?

PJ: My late father Ar. Vasant Jadhav is my inspiration in life; he has kept

ing had also made me read a lot. I have my own library of books. I pre-

DM: Pratap, what are your favourite books?

PJ: My favourite book is ‘Lateral

plan and the requirements were similar. The challenge was to still make all

it is my responsibility to teach. Teach-

Sharing thoughts with Mrunalini When not at work… I cook, bake and listen to music. My favourite colour is White; it is one colour which can be juxtaposed with anything.

Thinking,’ by Edward de Bono. I have read all his books. I like to read books

by Paulo Coelho, Gurucharan Das, Devdutt Patnaik, because of whom, I started reading mythology. The first book I read was ‘Business Sutra,’ by him; I also like Subrato Bagchi and Ann Rynd’s works.

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A cozy vacation The Anita Shinde Residence was an interesting project for Jadhav and his team. The client bought a dry shell space and wanted a comfortable house, which could be easily maintained by the maids, as the client was going to stay there only for a few months in a year and shall travel to Canada, her hometown. Jadhav and his team were privileged to have worked for several NRI clients in the past and this experience taught them to offer the best quality work and following the timelines. Elabo-

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Customised open kitchen with Dining and living room visual connectivity.

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Living room seating.

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Living room connecting balcony & Dining area with required storage units.

rating in detail, Jadhav adds, “We were given a free hand to handle the project. The client had a very good aesthetic sense. Hence, it was quite interesting to work for them. At the end of the day the client and her family, who travels once in a while are happy to have an Indian home with international finishing quality.”

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1

Dining area with crockery unit.

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A master bedroom with wooden.

3 A swing(Jhula) which has both side access to it by fixing backrest to any side where needed which also acts as divider between living and dining area.

4

Living room with balcony

2

Classical Style A

classical

home

is

something

inspired by nature, crafted with elegant materials and natural colours. It was a thrilling experience for Pratap Jadhav and Associates to create a classic home. Kharbanda Residence is different from what they have done earlier.

3

4

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3

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Safety Den ( Pai Residence ) The client owned bungalow with three floors and decided on the fact that every floor will be designed by a different designer. One floor was planned for the parents and the other two for two brothers. The younger brother’s floor was assigned to these designers and the client being a doctor wanted wood, all over for the safety of his little one. “We could stand as equals with the other designers ,” exclaims the designer duo.

1

Living room and dining area.

5

2 Bar unit.

3 Study area near children’s bedroom along with pooja unit where a mantra letter’s are burned on a finished veneer panel with backlight.

4 Informal seating area with bar unit.

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White counter top and white cabinets gives a clean and fresh look to the kitchen.

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Something Extra The designers were approached by Shekar and Gori Pore, to design a new home with better amenities and an extra bedroom. These clients were their neighbour and good friends. With clarity on what the client needed, the designers crafted a satisfactory home; though matching with smaller size rooms and their requirements was a challenge.

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Passage area starting with a mandir on wall which is in front of Dining area & beside washroom area.

2 Living room with L shaped sofa for seating.

3 Cantilevered dining table giving more space in dining area.

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Artistic An artist’s home reflects their personality

and

Rewa

Borawake’s

home is more than a moving space, designed with natural materials, avoiding sharp edges.

2

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Terrace that is partly covered and partly open. A small temple space is given in the corner where a Balaji motif is a wall cladding along with the tulsi vrindavan.

3

4

2 Living area where curtains used as dividing spaces and also divides the functions. Dining / Living and family seating.

3 A wardrobe with bevelled corners to add antique effect to bedroom. Two different floors showing private & semi.

4 Dining area which has minimal furniture as with an antique light fitting to suit the decor.

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OFFICES

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2

A dream comes true Designing your own office is the happiest moment. Pratap and Mrunalini has a story to tell and they say, “We could buy a place for over selves only after fifteen years of practice, that also a small one (350 sq ft). In next five years

3

4

we got an opportunity to buy the adjoining

space,

which

added

another seven hundred sq ft. The fifteen columns here, was a challenge. As we bought this space out right, we had no funds to furnish the same immediately. We started the work almost after six months.

What we do should be reflected in our own studio was the only brief.

1

Top to bottom of this space is white and there is lots of greenery outside every window. We don’t

A small Discussion area in front of the library.

2 A raised floor cabin with the two sides glass partition for the Principal

require lights, during the daytime.

Our staffs work with full efficiency and enjoy the work space.”

5

3 Discussion area with perfect sun light. Complete white color overall furniture except a red colored slider to add color to area.

4 View from Head’s cabin to studio which shows visual connectivity between principal designer & studio.

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Visual Connectivity to all sides because of glass partitions in this view it shows main entrance reception area & entrance of head’s cabin too.

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3

Spacious work zone KSB Pumps are one of the biggest clients, handled by Pratap Jadhav & Associates.“We are working for more than a decade for them now.

The project design was approved in three minutes literally. We have very high regards for all the Directors and staff with whom we have dealt with till date. One needs to be blessed to have such clients with wonderful work culture. This project got us into doing corporate offices. Currently, we are working on two to three projects with this client,” adds Jadhav.

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A passage beside conference & meeting room.

2 External facade is treated with aluminum composite panel.

3 MD’s Cabin with small discussion area.

4 Workstation area with both side.

4

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Simplistic office

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New Front Developers are again an old client of these designers. A functional office, keeping everything simple was the client brief. The office space was in an old building with a huge open space in the front of the building that also belonging to the client. This space was planned as a garden and the credits for this goes to Ar. Jayant Dharap. (Landscape Architect) The site had two levels, ground and basement. It was decided to have all the partners sitting on the ground floor as visitors then would get restricted to this floor. The basement accommodated all the staff with a conference room. It was a 1 Entrance & Reception Area.

2 Staff workstations in basement.

big challenge to deal with this area because of the quality of light and height, another challenge was to

3 Discussion area which connects reception and executive area.

negotiate the columns, which were

4 Small discussion area for sales.

aligned. The designers could not

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Staff workstations in basement.

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right in the centre and also not hide these columns, but the bright colours made this space lively.

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Contentment Counts Designing an office for Sanjay Runwal,

Runwal Developers; was an

interesting task for the designers.

The client being a good friend, Jadhav was aware about his requirements. Though this project had a tight budget and a stringent deadline, the designers were successful in delivering a project, according to the client’s need and are happy to cater

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4

him with satisfying results.

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1 A small passage behind reception which connects workstations between washroom & pantry area with graphics.

2 Reception & waiting area which connects main entrance, balcony door & MD’s cabin near conference area.

3 Sales staff behind reception.

4 MD’s Cabin.

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Delighting Gautam Hotel, Mahabaleshwar was

HOSPITALITY

the first resort project undertaken

by Pratap Jadhav & Assosiates.

Elaborating in detail, Jadhav adds,

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“When I first saw the site I felt, if we do not change the look of the hotel externally, we may not be able to add any value. We had almost lost the project, as we were not able to give enough time. But our design had won their hearts and we did it. It was fun working with the client. I will ever remember, late Thakkar sahib, for everything he taught me, while working with him. We should be doing their other hotels in Lonawala and Goa in due course. His son Gautam is equally passionate and experienced.” pratapjadhav@gmail.com iiidpresident@gmail.com

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1 View of the rooms closer to the valley.

2 Out door seating over looking at garden & valley on right side.

3 A view outside from rooms entrance with out door seating.

4 A view which shows both floors of hotel with lan scape. Landscape credit: Ar. Ajay Mehta

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Embrace the technology for the ease of work and for a healthy lifestyle Utilitarian kitchens are no longer the status quo of the kitchen industry. It’s been the voice of one’s lifestyle – prejudice of their character, beliefs and culture.

Yet there is a huge misconception that the design attributes uplift one’s social status; it upholds! Kitchen designs have multifarious planning dimensions and rest a greater challenge at addressing overlapping of design iteration and meeting the needs of every individual of a family. And thus, they involve meticulous study on the user pattern to develop an enriched spatial experience.

Hafele India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai. (3)

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The main USP of every brand that Hafele offers to its customers is that it carries a core competency in tradition and technology of developing that particular functionality. This falls in line with the inherent expertise of Hafele in understanding the home interior and hardware requirements of its customers and providing the best possible solutions to them. Whatever may be the need of a customer, it can be realized with Hafele’s functionality.

To put it down simply, we don’t offer what we make; we offer what the customer wants.

Jurgen Wolf, Managing Director, Hafele India Pvt Ltd; Mumbai.

T

he elaborate Indian cooking

the last 10 years, the growth drivers

patterns had called for highly

for the kitchen market have gradu-

demarcated and functional

ally transited from sheer utility and

designs. Distinguished spaces were

durability to style and elegance; but

dedicated for preparation, cooking

most importantly technology, conve-

and washing, reflecting a nuclear

nience and functionality,” explains

family’s culture. This has diluted in a

Jurgen Wolf, Managing Director,

long span of decades and thanks to

Hafele India Pvt Ltd; Mumbai.

globalisation!

Evolution of kitchen design It’s no surprise that open planned kitchens are in vogue and this isn’t a discovery. Way back in 1900’s the design was highly appreciated and the advancement in technology set par its limitations. Although, the advent of such ideas invaded India quite recently!

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Moreover, the spatial planning of kitchens has encroached into living and dining area, blurring the boundaries and unifying the spaces. “Gone are the days when kitchens were mere workshops hidden behind the affluence of living rooms. Today, the kitchen forms an integral part of home interior planning and absorbs a huge chunk of overall home improvement budget,” he explicates the shifting paradigm.

The elaborate cooking pattern has evolved as an art and its functional purpose – preparation, cooking and washing – has encapsulated to an interactive space. The limelight on island kitchen, extended into a breakfast table or a workstation, has enhanced family bonding. One can witness work, play and cook converg-

The kitchen has become a prime focus in an Apartment or an Interior project. The architects / designers and end users are now looking for a more open, minimalistic, functional and practical kitchen with low maintenance. Our USP is to design with innovation and use new materials for the kitchen and bath segments.

Archhana Smart, Prahheelika Design Studios (Modulnova); Mumbai.

ing at one place – kitchen! The kitchen design is envisaged as “a hub for family meals to have it together or guests being entertained through an extensive course of wining and dining,” he adds.

Besides the ease of usage and impeccable details in the designing of modular kitchens, they are the popular choice for their plethora of offerings in colours, textures, materials, finishes and technology.

They address the user’s comfort and convenience, personifies their socio-economic pride and enriches family tuning to the highest degree.

“Trendy materials like tile, stone, aluminium, cement resin, matt glass, matt lacquered and open pore wood with earthy colours are catching up one’s attention,” remarks Archhana Smart, Director, Prahheelika Design Studios (Modulnova), Mumbai.

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Factors driving an efficient kitchen design It’s wise to follow, ‘The Work Triangle’ thumb rule for things to fall in place automatically. The spatial planning of kitchen involves a triangular design module between preparation/ cooking section, storage section and cleaning/washing section to ensure smooth work within minimal movements. “A good kitchen designer aims for applying ergonomics to a kitchen. ‘The Work Triangle’ is based on the height of the end consumer, whether they are tall or short – if one can’t comfortably reach upper cabinets, then frequently used items can’t be stored there. If one can’t bend to reach lower cabinets, extensive pullouts may be a good option in the kitchen. Besides, eyesight is also a factor in planning illumination,” exclaims Swati Gupta, Head-Design, Stitchwood.com.

The science of ergonomics plays a paramount role especially in homes where space constraints and user

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Our USP is that we customise our designs according to the client needs and their price points. L shaped and U shaped designs are popular with apartment owners whereas for big houses, owners prefer island units. The need to be able to mass produce inexpensively in large quantities has resulted in the standardisation of many kitchen components to a hypothetical “average,” size. Counter tops are, for example, resolutely 32”- 34” from the floor. This is a good average height that fits many users, but unfortunately, not for all users. The upper cabinets are installed 18”-24” above the countertop. So we customize even in dimensions to be able to meet above needs. Swati Gupta, Head-Design, Stitchwood.com

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demands are equally high. Wolf says, “The Urban consumer is actively looking for the most functional kitchen within the available space without compromising on design and aesthetics. The user wants more life per meter square from their kitchen.

This involves designing every nook and corner of the kitchen to look good and contribute functionally to reduce the number of hours spent in the kitchen.” In agreement with the changing adaptability of the user,

With a legacy of 125 years behind, we can offer the best in class German furniture fittings for all your different needs and budget.

Anil Kumar Goel, Managing Director, Hettich India Pvt Ltd

space crunch being the major factor, Anil Kumar Goel, Managing Director, Hettich India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai; asserts, “Shutters with sliding systems are being used for larger storage cabinets over openable shutters to create more working space in the kitchen.”

Technology

has

backed

the

intense study of the science of ergonomics on the kitchen design that it

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is evident in most modular kitchen designs, appliances, gadgets and hardwares designed. Invariable of the users, they are proven for its efficiency and durability. “There are hardwares that control the operation of drawers and shutters automatically by mere touch sensation,” points Manish Jain, Director, Bleu Concepts, New Delhi.

And hence, the driving factor for attaining efficient kitchen is by “well organised, manageable and aesthetically rich outlook. For which, while designing the kitchen one must study the procedures, functionality and ergonomics,” concludes Smart.

Bleu Concepts is a furniture house that brings a blend of European demeanor alongside Indian functionalities. The genesis of Bleu lies in the intense passion for all things design by bringing a wide range of modular kitchens, lavish wardrobes and exquisite storage units. The design signature is playful and contemporary with a clear eye on comfort, functionality and durability.

Manish Jain, Director, Bleu Concepts, New Delhi

Bleu Concepts, New Delhi

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Current trends Trends are subjected to constant change in tune with the developments of allied fields of the kitchen market. Trends in India majorly follow European market as most of the changes are primarily witnessed by the West. Tall storage cabinets, multiple sets of drawers over shutters, concealed appliances and handle-less shutters/drawers are the leading trends in the market. In addition, “With bigger drawer fronts in demand, there is an increasing needs to create drawers systems with more weight carrying capacity and stability,” states Goel.

Observing the trajectory of the kitchen market, Wolf points, “In the design of kitchens today, the use of handles and knobs is becoming less popular and profiled handles or flush handles are the prominent features. You can also use break-through innovations like electrical opening systems that allow cabinet

Grandeur, Mumbai (3)

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Grandeur, Mumbai

fronts to open out at the slightest push of the hand – this completely eliminates the use of any handle or profile, giving you a uniform front across the kitchen.”

Technology driven kitchen furniture are widely accepted (high-end

We have long been regarded as one of the foremost players in the market when it comes to customer satisfaction. Our USP is the proactive nature of our service and the fact that we go out of our way to ensure that each and every one of our clients is happy with their purchase.

Rohin Ramchandani, Managing Director, Grandeur, Mumbai.

customers, of course!) for its structural flexibility. It’s amazing to have a dining table able to accommodate 4 seats to 12 seats just with an extension of the table top. The pull outs and slide on of the cabinets, embedded electrical plugs in the island workstation engages the user for an efficient/effective work – a smart kitchen!

Of late, people are opened to experiment with new dimensions of kitchen designs with unique materials, finishes and textures. Among which, the industrial outlook is highly gaining the attraction. Nevertheless, “glossy finishes are popular in the mid segment whereas matt finishes are in the high-end segment,” emphasises Rohin Ramchandani, Managing Director, Grandeur, Mumbai.

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With minimalistic design taking over the choice of materials and textures, there is a wide outburst on the colour palette. In contrast to the sleek furniture with subtle colours and uncluttered finishes, bold and eclectic colours are being predominantly opted over sober hues for bare walls. Further highlighting the trends in kitchen interiors, Sanjeev Dayal, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Carysil, New Delhi; remarks, “We see most kitchens have minimal wall space. So it’s a good place to splash some bold colour and make a statement without overpowering the room.”

Is Kitchen segment dominated by the unorganised sector?

“The modular kitchen business is a fragmented market with an estimated size of about 6000 crores. There are a plethora of small manufacturers making some components such as shelves, baskets or panels and a few players providing modular kitchens,”

Carysil, New Delhi (2)

states Dayal.

The design dynamism has witnessed tremendous changes over the decades and holds a vast array of manufacturers and suppliers under its wings. However, Ramchandani mentions, “The educated customers are opting for European branded kitchens especially due to the decreasing gap between the costs of a domestically manufactured kitchen and a European modular kitchen.”

It is quite debatable to take a stance on one over the other.

Nevertheless, with the technological development and a holistic design approach, and with an acceptance of international concepts, one might look at the unorganised sectors diluting into thin air. “Today, the competition in the kitchen market is neck-toneck and the dependency on the unorganised market is gradually decreasing,” comments Wolf.

Our brand strikes a chord with the well-heeled buyers owing to its striking innovative looks and styling, originality in design and ability to delight the eye.

Sanjeev Dayal, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Carysil, New Delhi

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Challenges of designing Modular Kitchens A wide array of a material palette and technological equipment has raised the bar of modular kitchen designs.

And customisation is the key to tackle/satisfy architects, designers or end-users unquenching demands.

Politically, there are two, relatively different, categories to address – the influencers(architects/designers) and the customers (end users).

Marginally, the definition of the modular kitchen may vary. But it’s a collaborative exercise. Although the priority of architects/designers is for finishes, materials and the overall outlook of the product, they also look for durability, maximum utility space and the budget constraints of their clients. Matchbox spaces have significantly challenged the kitchen market dominating for portable/ multifunctional furniture with sleek

At Franke, we aim towards a holistic and stylish kitchen experience, where our customers are empowered with the superior technology and high-end research that goes into creating each of our products shown above.

Vishal Raman, Head - Sales (Kitchen Systems), Franke Faber India Ltd; Pune.

designs.

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Franke Faber India Ltd; Pune.

Foreign trends implication on Indian market

Raman, Head - Sales (Kitchen Sys-

of concepts are adopted from Italy

tems), Franke Faber India Ltd, Pune.

and are being ‘Indianised’ as well,” asserts Jain.

The Indian cooking agenda is quite

The acceptance of new concepts

elaborate and tedious. However, the

has gravitated towards Western

www.hafeleindia.com

paradigm shift in the Indian work-

design but is moulded to the Indian

archhana@modulnovamumbai.com

ing culture and cooking practice has

context to suit the user activity pat-

www.modulnova.com

changed the approach towards the

tern. “Lately, the users don’t like to

www.stitchwood.com

kitchen design, significantly. “Unlike

simply replicate the foreign trends.

www.hettich.com

a functional part of a house in the

They like to experiment – a desire

www.bleuconcepts.com

past, kitchens are becoming a style

to have their personality reflected

info@grandeurinteriors.com

statement led by fashion and inno-

in the design of their house/rooms,”

www.acrysil.com

vative new materials,” says Vishal

adds Goel. And for a record, “A lot

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The Cutting Edge Modular Kitchens 1

In layman’s language it is common to use the term “Modular Kitchen,” for any contemporary looking kitchen, which has shelves and drawers.

However, technically there is a difference in modular and semi modular or traditional/ carpenter kitchen.

Words: Seema Khosla- Director and Designer of “Ideas Kitchens n Interiors.”

T

he modular kitchen allows

organizers. Normal opening shutters

you to dismantle whole kitch-

make knocking noise when closed

en from your existing space,

adding to the noise in the kitchen.

which you can take to your new home

The wall cabinets’ shelves are static

and fix it again. Traditional kitchens

so the top shelf is at non working

have only wooden borders and shut-

height and becomes dead storage.

ters with no fittings. They are low in

This kitchen cabinetry part cannot be

finishing, have lower standards of

reused or shifted.

comforts, they provide only shelves

Modular Kitchens are factory

so you need to bend down for every

made modules so excellent finish;

stored material. Their corners go

they are easier to work as they have

waste as not accessible and become

modern fittings and drawers sys-

home for pests and insects. Due to

tems. Modular Kitchen means that

the hand tools used to make the kitch-

your kitchen is made up of several

en the cabinets have screw marks,

modules or units. And if there is any

gaps and crevices, which later on

damage then only that one unit has to

become breeding place for insects. It

be repaired or replaced. They remain

becomes difficult to locate a particu-

pest free as their formation is screw-

lar article in the kitchen without any

less. Modular kitchens have stored

Seema Khosla

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Products by: Ideas Kitchens n Interiors.

1

Cook & Serve Kitchen.

3

Italian Kitchen series.

4

U Shaped Kitchen Collection.

5 U Shaped Kitchen Collection.

6

Italian Kitchen series.

3

5

4

6

pots and pans in drawers so no bend-

installed at the site so if needed the

ing is required, even the jar placed the

modules can be separated out and

also get it repaired or altered again

last in the base will come out in the

shifted to any other premises.

for the new space. This option is

form of drawers. The drawer organiz-

While constructing the modular

fairly pleasing, as in India, your old

ers help organize the storage be it

kitchen most of the work happens

mason/carpenter-built kitchen never

utensils, pulses, confectionery or the

off site and various components are

offered this convenience.

multiple spices. The corners become

simply company fitted, readymade

Modular kitchen designs, take

utilitarian with the fittings like magic

kitchens installation is done on site.

care of details like storing the most

corner : carrousel, corner drawers

So there is no inconvenience and

commonly used items in near reach

etc - wherein the unit can be pulled

disturbances caused to customer.

as compared to the ones used rarely.

out to extract the stored object.

Traditional kitchens are assembles

The design also divides your kitchen

Noiseless hinges and drawer systems

at site only. It includes fabrication

functionally not visually, into sepa-

make the kitchen a silent zone. With

and woodwork, therefore resulting

rate cooking and cleaning areas. This

certain pull down fittings the shelf

in lots of clutter, inconvenience and

contributes majorly to the efficacy

of the wall cabinet comes down to a

no time limit.

of the kitchen for anyone who cooks

comfortable height, hence it ease the

Modular kitchen’s module sys-

work with less dead space. Modular

tem allows the whole kitchen to be

kitchen comes in modules, which are

shifted whenever you move. You can

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ArchiDesigns Design Matrix brings to you some magical kitchens designed by NA Architects with a pictorial essence.

Hope you like it!

Photo credits: Na Architects

N

a Architects, incepted in 2001, is an award winning leading architectural practice in India, headed by

Niroop Kumar Reddy

(Principal Architect) and Rupana Reddy (Principal Interior Designer). The firm has conceptualized designs and executed a wide range of architectural and interiors projects, like bungalows, residential development, hospitals, hotels, offices, financial institutions, shopping malls, Na Architects focus on creating built environments, which offers eco-

Niroop Kumar Reddy

friendly, sustainable, innovative and contemporary designs. which satisfy the client.

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Courtyard House The demand from the client was an open planned kitchen with a minimalistic approach. The design ultimately turned out to be a kitchen overlooking the centrally planned courtyard. Bright, smart and functional –these adjectives best describe this well planned and laid out kitchen with a large window space.

2 & 3 Bright, smart and functional – these adjectives best describe this well planned and laid out kitchen with a large window space. A dining for six was also accommodated within the available space.

The north wall was scooped and fitted with glass to create a transparency with the courtyard which effectively compliments the brilliant elegance in this neat kitchen. This kitchen intelligently utilizes every available space to provide adequate work space. A dining for six was also accommodated within the available space. White being a popular choice for its clean look for kitchens has been extensively used in the deco finish of abundant ‘out- of sight’ storage cabinets.

The window on the south overlooking the context was provided for cross ventilation with a display of bonsai plants on the niche. The design of the false ceiling was kept simple to ensure a uniform distribution of artificial light. The choice of beige colored marble for flooring added onto the class.

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4 The island counter of the open kitchen and the adjoining dining room setting was designed as a characteristic of an extremely global lifestyle.

5 The striking use of stainless steel for its practical and aesthetic reasons, the play of lacquers finish, glass and lighting added a trendy look to this modular kitchen.

6 & 7 A combination of black and white provides a strong visual feature in this design. The spaciously designed kitchen also accommodates a breakfast table.

H2O HOUSE

material, which also extends to a

The clients opted for two kitchens

breakfast table. The maximized use

therefore experimentation was done

of white along with natural east light-

with the open kitchen equipping it

ing through the fixed glass assisted in

with the latest electronic kitchen

brightening up its interiors and also

gadgets from Miele and Smeg and

aided the view of a beautiful land-

the use of high end materials. The

scape planned on the outside. The

island counter of the open kitchen

cabinets were designed as tall units

and the adjoining dining room set-

to accommodate built in refrigera-

ting was designed as a characteristic

tor, chiller and vertical pull outs. With

of an extremely global lifestyle. The

a high glossy wooden skin, the cabi-

shape was an outcome of the depth

nets were boldly placed as a back-

to width ratio. The materials used for

drop to the kitchen on the south wall.

the counter top was high end corian

Cartridge chimney enhanced the overall appearance by eliminating on

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the exhaust outlet. The use of marble for flooring from the kitchen to the dining created a seamless integration of the two areas. A simple design of false ceiling fit in right to create a perfect harmony.

GREY MAGIC Designed for a small villa of 3000sq ft the clients were willing to experiment with the interiors of the kitchen. The striking use of stainless steel for its practical and aesthetic reasons, the play of lacquers finish, glass and lighting added a trendy look to this modular kitchen.

Introducing the wallpaper helped in breaking the monotony of this efficiently designed kitchen. The use of wallpaper dominated by red

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adjacent to the breakfast table was used due to the significance of the color which psychologically claims to increase the appetite. The use of stencil write-ups over the ceiling stands out as an element in the design. The use of frosted glass and deco glass with a similar texture to that of the stainless steel helped in maintaining uniformity. Even lighting was achieved by a simple design of the ceiling and few focused lights above the counter. The use of marble gives a sense of collected continuity.

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SPACE WEDS LUXURY A brave combination of black and white provides a strong visual feature in this design. A 400 sq ft kitchen including the store was lavishly designed following the same concept used to design the entire building. Large cabinets with frosted glass and deco finish panels created an architectural feature and made use of all available space. The spaciously designed kitchen also accommodates a breakfast table in the center in accordance to the black and white theme.

Glass was used as paneling above the kitchen platform and the cabinets were given a deco finish with a play of the rhythm in the handles. Ceiling was experimented with alternating black and white wooden rafters adopting a concept of a piano and the illumination was done on the periphery to eliminate unwanted shadows. The flooring was kept marble in continuation with the rest of the house. www.naarchitects.in

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Perfect Kitchen Solutions by Hacker Häcker Küchen GmbH & Co. KG has been producing modular kitchens in Germany, since 1936. This brand has a global presence of being in 60 countries apart from EU covering Middle East, Asia & South East Asia, Far East & Pacific.

H

acker

offers

customize

Grey Kitchen

modular kitchens for every

Hacker’s perfect kitchen solutions

segment–ranging from low-

from Germany for integrated living

end to mid–segment and top–end.

and dining ideas is an exceptional self contained solution combined with a

1

Grey Kitchen by Hacker.

Their strength is in their continued research and development to keep

contoured high cupboard line called

2

Silver oak veneered by Hacker.

pace with the latest technologies.

‘Wave.’ Though compact this solution is organized with a modern look.

Crafted with high gloss lava grey lacquer with real wild oak wood veneer, this solution is available with curved cabinets on island, open shelves, built in appliances made of cutting edge technology.

Silver oak veneered The graceful frame and a slim line worktop give the real wood veneer enough space to create an effect.

Wall hung units add on the unique design element, which results in creating more space for movement in the kitchen.

2

www.haecker-india.com www.haecker-kuechen.com

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Elegance to Indian homes

1 1 & 3 Store view Kahla and Greggio, Mumbai.

Kahla and Greggio announce the opening of its first store nestled on a stunning 19th century heritage JiJi House, Fort, Mumbai. Kahla – the German porcelain brand and Greggio – the Italian silverware brand have been brought to India by Entrak International Pvt Ltd.

K

ahla - “porcelain for the sens-

We want to give our customers the

es,” combines multi-function-

opportunity to have a fine dining

al porcelain articles, sensual

experience every day and not just on

and sensible design, exciting surface

special occasions,” Dilip Doshi, Chair-

design and sustainable manufactur-

man, Entrak International Trading

ers in Germany, under the motto,

Pvt. Ltd.

“design with added value”. The collections by Kahla are an eclectic mix

Kahla : en.kahlaporzellan.com

of colourful and classic porcelain

Greggio : www.greggio.com/en

Dilip Doshi

making your dining experience the perfect one. “We see India as a highly potential market and look forward

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to enhancing our presence in key cities. Hence, we have brought to India brands that have a great reputation for fineness and innovation in the fields of crockery and silverware.

We are delighted to be working with these two family run businesses and are excited to introduce their exquisite collections to the Indian market.

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Blissful Abode

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Comfortable and Practical Artha Interiors Pvt. Ltd, Raipur; headed by Sunil Tayal and Preeti Prajapati,are a team of dedicated professionals engaged in consultancy services in the field of architectural, project management and interior designing, covering residential, commercial and industrial projects. They share their experiences while crafting a villa with natural elements.

Preeti Prajapati

Photo credits: Artha Interiors

Sunil Tayal

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W

hat sets Artha apart is that they believe in optimizing

1

The entrance foyer is welcoming.

4

The drawing room is simply soothing.

5

The drawing room attracts maximum natural light in the day and the decorative wall lamps add warmth during the night.

6

The master bedrooms follow an English style of designing with wooden ceiling, walnut finished furniture and good lighting.

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limited resources to design

buildingsandinteriorsthatarefunctional.

They believe in creating and converting theirclient’sdreamintorealityandmake any project easy and stress free.

The spacious villa designed by Sunil and Preeti is sophisticated, comfortable and practical. According to clients’ taste, all the natural ele-

ments like natural teak wood were involved in this project. The Parquet flooring used in the bedroom spaces and the Italian marble floor in the liv-

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This son’s bedroom is designed with a modern concept.

ing areas, add a classy touch in the

dination with contractors, delivery

decor. Discussing in detail, designer

and execution of flooring and wall

The daughter’s bedroom is simply warm and fresh with the hues of cream and pink.

Sunil adds, “Our emphasis on bud-

coverings, furniture, light fixtures

get management and scheduling

and ensure proper maintenance of

of all activities ensures smooth and

all objects that are needed for the

The parents bedroom has all the comfortable elements in it.

successful completion of all interior

space. Our goal is to create a unique

design projects exceeding our client’s

and innovative solution that will be a

expectations. We oversee ordering

perfect balance between functional-

and tracking of all products, coor-

ity and aesthetics.”

The entrance foyer is welcoming and one would be stunned by the wooden carved door and the inlay work on the floor. The backlit onyx, the wooden carved false ceiling, ethnic chandelier are the other interesting elements seen in this space. The drawing room is simply soothing and attracts maximum natural light in the day and the decorative wall lamps add warmth during the night.

The four bedrooms in this home are unique. The two master bedrooms follow an English style of designing with wooden ceiling, walnut finished furniture and good lighting. The son’s bedroom is designed with a modern concept, giving fresh-

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ness to the area with pure white matt finish, lacquered glass and modern

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10 Pure white matt finish, lights add a bold look to the room.

11 The sit out is the most relaxing areas of this villa, surrounded with all the natural plants on four sides, thus allowing privacy and adding the garden element to it.

lights. Bulbs, add a slightly bold look to the room. The parents bedroom

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has all the comfortable elements in it.

The most relaxing areas of this

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villa are the sit out, surrounded with all the natural plants on four sides, thus allowing privacy and adding the garden element to it. Elaborating further, Preeti adds, “We believe that the most successful approach to interior design is to understand our client’s expectations. We do not believe that the interior designer is always right and our experience has shown that the most successful interiors are created, where designers draw on client’s thoughts and taste to create a look.” www.arthainteriors.com

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Sunil Agarwal Total Area: 5300 sq ft Location: Shri Ram Nagar, Raipur, Chatttisgarh Design Team: Artha Interiors

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Blissful Abode

IdyllicHome

Ar. Kapil Aggarwal, Principal Architect, Spaces Architects@ka, New Delhi; designs a contemporary home, where each frame is designed with respect to the surroundings.

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he house is intended for two brothers and the initial concept was to create two

duplexes for each family. This house

is designed with

four floors, two

for each family with a common terrace garden. The building elevation

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The building elevation designed in a staggered form with segregated balconies break the linearity of the faรงade.

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Master Toilet.

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The terrace has been designed using Indian stone on the floor and wall with lighting created through cove lighting, the green wall defines and screens the neighbors property.

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Glass enclosure is used as a bar space.

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designed in a staggered form with segregated balconies break the linearity of the faรงade. IPE wood and Italian stone used in the faรงade blend in a very neat and contemporary look.

The double height green wall at the front adds a soothing feel to the hard facade as well as merges the building with its surroundings.

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Taking the advantage of a green belt in front of the plot, the master bedroom and drawing room have been placed in front to get the view of the green area. The main emphasis was to bring in the maximum daylight into the space within utilizing front view of the green belt. The lower duplex has drawing, dining, kitchen and one bedroom on the ground floor and three bedrooms designed on the first floor, with master bed-

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Fact File Project Name: Oswal Residence

room placed in the front.

The lobby on the ground floor has a casual setting with dining and

Location: New Delhi, India Site area: 132 sq m Design Team: Kapil Aggarwal, Chander Mohan Kaushik, Suneet Kumar

kitchen alongside. Due to constrain in space the interior has been kept minimalistic. Emphasis has been given to create a difference between two duplexes in the house. The lower duplex has green as the dominating colour, which is reflected through the paintings, textures, etc; whereas the upper duplex has blue as the dominating colour.

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Dining space on the second floor.

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Lounge area on the first floor.

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The main emphasis was to bring in the maximum daylight in the front bedroom on first floor.

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View from second floor lobby.

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10 Drawing room on the ground floor.

11 Son’s bedroom on the first floor.

12 View from the ground floor lobby.

13 Dining space on the ground floor.

A cutout connects the upper floor and the lobby below, the lobby connects to the drawing room, pooja space on one side and dining and bedroom on the other. The water body with customized wall stone creates an exciting ambience, the space further highlighted by backlit jali on the ceiling; the wooden flooring creates a transition leading to pooja space in front. The big front window allows maximum light in the interior space. The drawing room is kept as simple with use of light veneer and beige furniture. The dining room has three brass jali panels highlighting

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the space with the use of paintings

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leather wall paneling behind the bed.

that add colour in the space.

A guest bedroom at the rear has The upper floor has a small lobby with green texture paint continuing the colour theme of the duplex.

The front bedroom overlooking the green area has an interesting ceiling form of multiple teak beams and panels’. The rear bedroom is simple with geometric wallpaper behind the green apostle bed.

The upper duplex houses three bedrooms with an internal staircase connecting two floors. Paintings and artifacts are a very integral part of the concept with a lot of emphasis on its selection with regards to

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colour defining the space to be used.

The rear bedroom has designer grey texture tiles in wall niche behind the bed, the blue texture continues on the third floor front bedroom with laser cut back panel dramatizing the space.

The rear bedroom has designer handmade stone cladding on the rear wall with luxurious leather bed, also the huge windows allows natural light into the interior space. The terrace of 800 sq ft has been designed using Indian stone on the floor and

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wall with lighting created through cove lighting, the green wall defines and screens the neighbors property, a glass enclosure is used as a bar space.

Owning a plush home is not a luxury anymore; it is an essential part of life. The perfect balance of colours, furniture, furnishings, paintings and accessories add a harmonizing feel to any space and Ar.Kapil adds a unified look that is comfortable and aesthetically pleasing to this spacious home.

He believes that his works follow a

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Know the Designer In Spaces Architects@ka, the word ‘SPACES’ plays a very integral part.

It defines the designers being, their response to spaces and their feeling towards it. Ar. Kapil works to develop that space for his clients where they emotionally get attached to it; it is not an empty sterile container but a sensual dynamic environment.

His spaces are not formulaic but are derived on the basic requirement of client and site. He feels, each house, building or space has got its individual identity, like human no two buildings can be same and as an architect it is his duty to give it an identity and soul so they can breathe and commu-

14 Guest bedroom on the third floor.

15 Third floor lobby.

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nicate. He has won 29 International unique style based on his ideology

and National awards in last few years

and perspective towards the design

and has been working on projects car-

requirement. For him, a building is

rying from furniture designing to cor-

a living object, which can communi-

porate building schools, residence,

cate; it is just that feeling that recip-

and restoration.

rocates in a very sensitive approach towards his work.

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Blissful Abode

Warm &Subdued Advantage Architecture, Pune; believes in the wise words of Aristotle who said, “Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice, not chance, and determines your destiny.”

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Kapil Tapadia

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r. Kapil Tapadia, one of the partners of Advantage Architecture,

recently

encoun-

tered an apartment renovation project that was challenging. The clients were young, bold and outgoing. They belong to an elite business class family and are very well travelled. The experience of living in their residence reflects their identity in so many different levels. Be it the inside, outside connected planning, choice of materials, or the carefully selected furniture and artifacts – all the design decisions revolve around their taste and identity.

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had access to the surrounding garden from their living rooms. The rest of the house was pretty much closed out. Considering it as a possible strength of the site, the new layout was planned in such a manner that all the common areas open out to the surrounding landscaped garden. This became the central theme of the design, which was then accentuated with simplistic yet bold language. Elaborating in detail, Ar. Tapadia says, “We took it as a starting point for our design intervention and restructured the whole layout in such a way that all the common areas

Existing staircase of both the

face the garden and have both visual

duplexes was demolished and a con-

and physical connectivity.”

temporary styled MS staircase was

In the living room, the single slab

fabricated on site to connect the two

separating the ground and first floor

floors. “This allowed us to treat the

was broken and re-cast with inverted

staircase as a design feature along

beams to get a seamless ceiling. The

with the dry landscape and artifacts.

ceiling was then treated with cement

It also acts as a nice backdrop for the

sheets that complement the natural

informal seating, lobby in the double

setting and landscape outside. To

height area,” exclaims Ar. Tapadia.

explore the garden space, a green

The kitchen boasts of an island

wall was created that is visible from

counter with easy access to the gar-

all the common areas through the

den that has an outdoor dining. It is a

French doors and windows. The syn-

part of the landscape, where the fam-

chronized accent lighting made it a

ily could chill and occasionally have

delightful site to watch.

small tea parties.

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The garden space conveys visual and physical connectivity.

3 Green wall is the major highlight of the landscaping. It is visible throughout the common areas and is a part of the interiors because of the visual connectivity.

4 Cement based panels create a seamless ceiling merging with the exterior.

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The double height area is highlighted with the use of marble cladding in the backdrop of the staircase.

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Island kitchen counter overlooking coffee table set outside.

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The clients have a small kid and to provide him with learning and cheerful environment, the playroom was provided with a focal writing wall cum pin board for hobby display. The eclectic floor space is kept as open as possible for the toddler to move around. The tree shaped hanger, semi closed –semi open storage unit and colorful table chair set give a playful vibe to the space. The kid’s room has a low height bed with a seating ledge along the window overlooking the landscape. The feature wall in his room has family collages in customized soft edge frames. The opposite wall has an in built storage unit with open shelves for his toys and other

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A playful and learning environment for the toddler is created in kid’s bedroom.

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Beam has been used as a design element and taken as a part of interiors rather than hiding it.

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Furniture and artifacts were carefully selected as per the taste of the client.

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Three vertical crockery units act as a divider between dining and lobby. The divide is such that visual connectivity is there but physically spaces are separate.

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The bedrooms are all minimally furnished with contemporary styled

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furniture. They have a characteristic ceiling design and are accentuated by the eclectic fabrics, used for curtains.

Antique beige marble with bold white lines is used for the flooring.

It is a statement in itself, which is well supplemented by the teak wood veneer for the in- built furniture, white walls and white Duco finished doors and windows. The overall ambience is warm and subdued, occasionally broken by a tinge of colours and metallic elements. Artifacts are strategically located acting as focal points and providing an aesthetic val-

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ue addition to the space. “All in all, the design and execution process was an enriching experience and one of the best projects of the firm till date. The clients are happy because they enjoy the experience of a private bungalow, while living in an apartment building,” further adds Ar. Tapadia.

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graduated from the B.K.P.S. College of Architecture, Pune. His wife, Ar. Rashmi Tapadia is an architect as well as director - curator of an art gallery. In future, he wishes to set up an exclusive washroom design studio for private residences, spa and hotels. His driving philosophy is: “To live and let live.” www.advantagearchitecture.in JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2016 • Design Matrix 73

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Serving Fresh

Hospitality Design

Freshco - The Health Cafe; is simple and elegantly designed, depicting consistency between aesthetics and healthy servings, inspiring optimism.

Photo credits: Tejas Shah

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he younger generation is far

glossy top tables with combination

more concerned about every-

of black and coloured fabric chairs,

thing from food ingredients,

popularly known as Eames chair,

genetically modified to organic food

designed by great Ar. Ray Eames.

than previous generations. Indeed,

A cantilever table in L-Shape with a

an obsession with healthy and clean

chamfered edge, entailing of green

eating seems to be the order of the

artificial grass cut-out, the lime

day. Re-thinking on these lines, Ar.

wood finish and button lights at the

Harsh Boghani incepted a unique

bottom, further adds to the concept

health cafe at Vadodra within an area

of linearity and minimalist design of

of 780 sq ft, largely amidst an aura of

the cafe. The high telescopic custom-

greens.

ized black stool designed for solo

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customers add a new tangent to the

Stunning Interiors

entire concept depicting another set

An inviting ambience to the cafĂŠ is a

of contrast.

vibrant contrast depicted with black

The elongated boxes on the right

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side, designed in a way to hold customized planter trays and infused with green natural planters and creepers, augment to prime concept of the cafe. The button lights fixed at the bottom of the box, provide ambient light to the walls. The cafe has brought outdoors inside with wooden boxes and creepers embellishing the walls and pillars.

The right wall is a play of vibrant splash of colors, which is one of the most prominent features of the cafe.

The digitally printed splash wall with colours of grapes, apples, oranges tomatoes and blueberry invite a zone of liveliness. On the left side of the wall is the play of transpar-

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The floating long wooden table with hanging test tube incandescent light and green planter tray creates a perfect spot to sit on the high chairs and enjoy sipping healthy juices.

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Fluorescent green rounded vases holding planter kept as centre pieces on all tables.

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Polystyrene disposible cups creatively used as a luminence factor forms the highlight of the grey painted wall.

has celebrated the story line of the

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The entrance view of the café from an angle.

inception of Freshco. Adjacent to the

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The multicoloured wall indicating the splash of freshy squeezed juices highlights the right wall of the café by creating inviting entrance.

ent acrylic boxes, accommodating Thermocol glasses and green planter trays. These white glasses are lit with LED and create a play of light. A dedicated Grey wall in continuation of the acrylic Thermocol glass wall is basically a wall, where the architect

grey wall a horizontal pocket is kept

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to store books or planters for the customers, adding to the hospitality, leisure and ease to the customers.

The service counter is intentionally kept in jet black with button lights illuminating the “Freshco” logo, engraved in the lime wood with finished laser cut letters. The pocket on the left of the counter consists of green planters bursting out with lights. The simple spacious black counter adds to the beauty and convenience of serving to the café while symbolizing ergonomics entailed with elegance. The bright blue washbasin area is a small space enchanting freshness. The jet black counters and bright blue wash basin hold persuasive ability for emotional enhancement enriched with ease, accessibility and expediency.

Lighting magic One of the most important features of the cafe is the eighteen hanging lights (nine on the right and nine on

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the left), customized by Ar. Harsh

with the help of neck created on the

Boghani himself. The limited budget

spherical fishbowl with four holes on

challenged and urged him to experi-

each side. Considering safety of the

ment with numerous elements pres-

customers as an utmost priority a

ent around. He used fishbowls and

proper fabricated stand was installed

further in order to add to the splash,

above the false ceiling with nine rods

he picked up small glass bowls and

hanging below, holding the nine

painted them with different vibrant

bowls. In addition to all the elements

colors. Inside the stained small glass

the dark ceiling, indirect lighting and

bowls, he placed ping pong ball by

grey walls and dedicated space for

penetrating a bullet LED. This is the

botany perfectly reflects a solidity of

most prominent feature of the light.

fresh and vibrant atmosphere inside

These pendent lights are hanged

the café , in complete synergy with

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Wooden long boxes with dangling creepers against the colourful wall creates a nature theme of farm land with fresh organic fruits and greenery.

8 View of café from centre, Wooden finished vinyl tiles flooring creates a very cosy atmosphere at the café.

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Cosy interiors planned with wooden flooring and green planter trays at various spots of the café. One can feel along with the nature while enjoying long chatting hours with friends, family and sipping healthy organic fruit juices and munching healthy diet food.

10 Black glossy laminated High Density Fibre tables - black plastic and colourful fabric with polished teak chairs creates an inviting ambience.

11 Cosy interiors planned with wooden flooring and green planter trays at various spots of the café. One can feel along with the nature while enjoying long chatting hours with friends, family and sipping healthy organic fruit juices and munching healthy diet food.

12 Unique suspended lighting fixtures customized by architect using coloured fish bowls of various sizes and ping pong balls.

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14 Small button light below the service counter highlights the Café name against the dark background.

15 View of Freshco story wall.Black glossy laminated High Density Fibre tables - black plastic and colourful fabric with polished teak chairs creates an inviting ambience.

16 Polystyrene disposible cups creatively used as a luminence factor forms the highlight of the grey painted wall on the left of the café while entering inside.One can enjoy solitude while sitting on these tall stools set up against the glass wall and the long wooden table.

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17 Polystyrene disposible cups creatively used as a luminence factor forms the highlight of the grey painted wall on the left of the café while entering inside.

18 Polystyrene disposible cups creatively used as a luminence factor.

17 the concept with which “Freshco- The

inception, has attempted to synthe-

Health Café was fashioned. Ar. Harsh

size the three rudimentary essen-

further adds, “This cafe is conceptu-

tials of architecture vis-à-vis design,

alized in a way that it gives the feel-

aesthetic and environment into exis-

ing of ease, when you take a step in

tence.

the cafe you will feel as if you have

Ar. Harsh Boghani pursued his

entered a bright and elegant space.

B. Arch from SVIT, India with a gold

From the ceiling to the floor, you will

medal and further procured M.Arch

see the innovation that takes the

from Institute of Advance Architec-

interior design to the next pinnacle.”

ture of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain (IAAC). He worked with MAD Archi-

Know the Designer

tects (Beijing, China), RSP Architects

The Crossboundaries is a Vadodara

(Dubai), ARUP (Singapore), NU.DE

based multidisciplinary firm mark-

(Mumbai). His great experiences

ing its presence in varied discipline

enriched him to serve the best syn-

of interiors, product and set design,

ergy of aesthetics, design, ideologies

emerging from a highly reputed

and culture. His diverse global expo-

design studio by Architect Shailesh

sure has foresight plays a major role

Boghani, crafting its presence in

in his work, which is a blend of mod-

architecture since last 30 years. Ar.

ern aesthetics imbibed from cultural

Shailesh Boghani is recognized for

diversities.

his endeavor into architecture synthesized into utility. His practice since

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Hospitality Design

Earthly Flavours In a charming village of Goa called Sangolda, a new ‘villa-restaurant,’ in Chogm road, stands apart from others in this vicinity.

Mustard, an endeavour to bring together French and Bengali Cuisine, is named after the condiment that unifies these two signature cuisines.

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he restaurant welcomes one

very refreshing. There is an outer

through a corridor of colour-

garden, which can seat up to 30 to 40

ful potted plants against pas-

people and is ideal for private parties

tel coloured walls, in an atmosphere

of 100. ‘We are purists’, says Shilpa.

of chic and luxe. The indoor space

“With two cuisines under one roof,

connects with a service counter and

we have stayed true to the concept

further opens up into alfresco dining

of two very diverse cuisines, French

areas on either side, altogether, able

and Bengali without trying to do

to accommodate about 60 guests.

‘fusion’. We have consciously turned

The place is a visual delight with

the whole authentic Bengali meal

diverse flora adorning a lush land-

experience into a contemporary one

scape. Cane and metal furniture in

with a ‘plating’ approach to it, pretty

white and teal accentuate its set-

much like French and other European

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A garden concept with cane furniture.

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The indoor area that is designed like a Living room with a feminine touch.

5 ­ Their approach to interiors is very ‘French Country Home ‘making it much more warm and effusive.

ting. The decor is classic, a garden concept, a cozy refuge, and a magically designed space that reveal its

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creators deep commitment to excellence. The brain behind this venture is Shilpa Sharma and Poonam Singh, who, after successful careers in retail and hospitality, decided to give shape to their shared passion for food. Their approach to interiors is very ‘French Country Home’, which makes it that much more warm and effusive, strengthening the ‘home style cooking’ philosophy. Most of the furniture is sourced from the North Goa and the inspiration is from the home store called Freedom Tree with whom they share space.

The accessories have been sourced primarily from Goa, Mumbai and Calcutta.

The inner courtyard has the com-

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munity table and is ideal for a private party. The community table has a grey river washed stone top table with benches on either side and is housed in a cabana made of bamboo and floral green drapes. The walls are sage green and the flower beds along the wall have up lighters, which complete the look. During the day this place becomes the hang out space of people who want to work on their laptops, or read and have a leisurely lunch. The main restaurant can seat up to 25 people, and has the feel of a European bistro. The design is contemporary chic and they look JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2016 • Design Matrix 81

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Classic French style décor with minimalistic furniture.

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The French windows, colorful seating, teal and white furnising set up the mood for a café thus attaracting people all day long.

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The Community table, where one can sit down and make new friends.

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The Al fresco that is a cozy and welcoming seating as the day goes by.

10 Minimalistic interiors and comforatble seating set a complacent tone and mood for customers.

11 The main restaurant can seat up to 25 people, and has the feel of a European bistro.

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unify the experience of the two vastly different cuisines being served at one table.”

Curated by Pritha Sen, a chef and food historian; the Bengali menu has authentic offerings. The execution of their combined vision is through two separate kitchens and highly specialized chefs in their own field.

All the dishes on the menu are bound together by the unique zing that comes from mustard – whether as an ingredient, a flavor, or even a garnish. As part of their earth-friendly commitment, they grow their own

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herbs and salad greens on the premises itself, which one can also buy for their home.

On asking how did they come up with this unique concept and idea, Shilpa recollects, “Poonam and I met working with Fabindia way back in 2004. It feels like we’ve known each other for a lifetime though. We worked very closely together for six years and during that time shared a very good understanding and approach to the businesses.” Even after they went their separate ways in 2010, Poonam later joined Shilpa in her consulting practice in 2012.

From there on they went on to share the shreds of learning from their pre-

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ality and approach to all things beautiful and good food. She and I work so well with each other, just made us want to do this, for us. And the idea of Mustard was born”, narrates Shilpa.

Poonam goes on to add, “We are both foodies, quite differently though, with Shilpa being a vegetarian and knowing how under rated regional cuisine is, in India. Goa clearly did not need another Goan food place or even Mediterranean for that matter. Our differentiator

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would just have to be a regional cuisine, which lends itself to pork, fish and prawns, food that Goa thrives on and Bengali it was. The thought to do French came from the need to infuse a cuisine which would cater to seasoned and discerning western palates as much, and was not the ‘acquired taste’ that Bengali food would appear to be , to many.”

Mustard, as it stands today is that outcome of a shared love for food, design and a complete reflection of the people they both are. www.mustardgoa.in

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retail businesses. One such mandate brought them to Freedom Tree; a contemporary design based Home Store Concept. They went on to help Latika Khosla (from Freedom Tree) to set up two stores, one in Mumbai and another one in Goa. The house that they finalized on was larger than what Freedom Tree really needed, who were then keen to partner with a local cafe, which would just be the perfect thing to do, in so charming a space. “Now, Poonam is a veteran F & B professional, having spent over 15 years in hospitality. At the bottom of her heart, there has been a desire to create something of her own, which would be a reflection of her personJANUARY-FEBRUARY 2016 • Design Matrix 83

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Design Corner

Young & Lively Ink studio; led by experienced young minds, Rupesh Shah and Bijal, believe in creating cult yet classic mode of impressions, when it comes to designing.

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Work station with tiffany blue work desks.

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Waiting area in bright fabric, designed with wall frames displaying the works done by the designers.

4 Wall of work display, the coloured frames showing the key cities, the designers have worked for.

5 A chalkboard to scribble and sketch, create fun in the working atmosphere.

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Photo credits Jay Patel (ink studio) Miten Raichura ( Apartment) Khushbu Kapadia (Sajavat)

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magine an office that has no room for boring and Ink studio,

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the design firm of this duo is airy,

bright and a well planned space.

Located in Valsad, Gujarat within 400 sq ft; this space is an experimental truth of the numerous decorative elements inspired by nature. The play of hues like glossy yellow with partitions, green on storage units, tiffany blue on work desks; touches of bright fuchsia pink makes this vibrant space. It’s a colourful affair with a sophisticated bohemian look.

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and ideology is worthy of appreciation. The beauty of designers’ cabin

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lies in a handcrafted compass pointing towards the direction of the desktop. The use of aluminium chequered sheet on the floor adds to a solid feel. The hanging painted note pads, a set of frames displaying work of designers’ in the waiting area; the coloured frames showing the key cities the designers have worked for and a chalkboard to scribble and sketch, create fun in the working atmosphere.

Crazy imagination to exact implication is what Ink studio’s expertise is in and that’s what gets reflected in their workspace. So are you curious to glare at the works done by these designers, we take you to a plush apartment and a home decor store that has a creative spell.

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Designers Rupesh and Bijal smartly merged two 3 BHK apartments with a bright and spacious feel. This home has two outsized living areas, four bedrooms, dining area, a European style kitchen, divine mandir, balcony space and a den area.

The temple made of white marble with embellishing Lotus flower mirror ceiling and brass work, adds a serene

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The beauty of designers’ cabin lies in a handcrafted compass pointing towards the direction of the desktop.

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A European style kitchen.

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The metal chandelier with beads living area blends in an earthy and traditional look.

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The temple made of white marble with embellishing Lotus flower mirror ceiling and brass work, adds a serene feeling.

10 The master bedroom has a unique back wall with intricate cut works.

11 The shades of white in parents room, signifies purity and peace.

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feeling. The mirrors, sofas, artifacts

wardrobe. Antique classy furniture

on bed, unique mirror frame finished

speak of a well-travelled owner, who

in the parents room, wooden carving

champagne leafing, adds an elegant touch. The shades of white in this

has an exquisite taste. The Victorian age library, the gold leafed ceiling

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and chandeliers, further depict the

Client’s Name: Rushabh

client’s luxurious lifestyle.

Dharamshi.

The glass chandelier adds a royal feel in one living area and the metal chandelier with beads in other living area blends in an earthy and traditional look. What makes this house unique is that each corner has a zest of the members dwelling inside it!

The master bedroom has a unique

Location: Mulund, Mumbai.

Area: 3800sqft.

Duration: 8months.

Type of Project: Residential apartment

space, signifies purity and peace.

The best quality rugs to lamps, storage furniture, decorative pillows and table linens — all these elements make a lively space. When your living room or bedroom needs a little splash of colour, dash of the pattern or the dose of sumptuous texture or when you desire a change in the look from season to season, or whenever your mood strikes, it is your favourite

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Fact File Client’s Name: Nirav Shah.

Location: Valsad, Gujarat.

Area: 2500sq ft Duration: 6 month

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12 Main door handle with the store’s name craved on the wooden log.

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13 Reception area.

14 Basement mockup cum seating area.

15 Linen display throughout horizontal long shelves.

16 Staircase corner.

17 Curtain & sofa upholstery catalogue display and seating.

18 Display area.

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17 vat, a 2500 sq ft luxurious lifestyle

wooden flooring display, the small

home decor store in Valsad, Gujarat,

section for blinds and curtain display

a style statement designed by ‘The

makes this store a royal experience

Ink Studio’.

for any customer.

The challenging task for ‘The Ink Studio,’ was to bring together eight

Know the designers

shops into a sprawling home decor

With a team of more than 50 pro-

store, displaying the fine quality and

fessionals Ink studio has marked its

leading brands of linen, furnishing,

presence in various cities like Mum-

wooden flooring, wallpaper and mat-

bai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Valsad, Surat,

tress.

Silvassa and Vapi. Their past and

The designers were asked to cre-

current projects include residential,

ate a separate display area for each

commercial, hospitality and art work

segment and the designers success-

studios.

fully added a different mood in each

The

uncompromising

attitude

space with significant use of colours,

towards quality and constant up

utilizing the naturally available light

gradation of technology and trends

and various aspects of detailing at

is one of the unique aspects of Ink

each stage. The reception space

Studio. Elaborating their design ide-

made in Corian; the bedroom mock-

ologies, Rupesh and Bijal adds, “We

up, huge linen display, the huge

believe designs and structures last

frame having different shades and

forever -for our future generations

texture of fabric displayed on a stair-

to know us for what we are and for

case wall; the staircase that guides

what we believe in. At Ink, we strive

one to furnishing area downstairs;

for ‘creating memories.”

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Innovative Response Luxury needs definition. An architect pours the client into his own vision of the space and what is achieved from the mould is the perfect amalgamation of “form and function,”Apoorva Shroff Photo credits: Sebastian Zachariah

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ED was established in 2004 by a team of self motivated people – Rajiv Parekh, Ekta

Puri, Apoorva Shroff and Maithili Raut, empowered to act with a purpose. The purpose was to set up a design practice that has a process oriented approach to design. Their assignments include product design, interior design, architectural design and urban design. The process and approach towards each is equally rigorous and comprehensive. Their designs accommodate the ‘perceptions’ of their clients and understand that there are no absolute solutions to any design project and here we have a minimalistic 4,000sqft office

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at Prabhadevi, Mumbai; designed by the dynamic RED team.

Three sides of this office space are flanked with daylight and makes for a very warm and welcoming ambi-

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Reception area with a curved desk.

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Director’s desk.

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Director’s cabin.

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The two meeting spaces in Director’s cabin, separated by sliding doors.

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Inviting Lounge area.

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TEAM LEADERS Rajiv Parekh has experience of working with firms in New York and Mumbai. He worked on projects such as restoration of heritage structures, community housing projects for non-profits, redevelopment of older building using additional FAR, and interior design of sports club complex. He pursued Masters in Architecture from Pratt Institute in, Brooklyn, NY and is registered with the Council of Architecture & Indian Institute of Interior Designers.

Ekta Puri, MArch from University of Pennsylvania (UPENN), Philadelphia has worked in varied environments of small design studios to large scale corporate offices, both in Mumbai and New York, bringing to the practice a blend of team spirit enriched with an inventive design and construction approach.

Her experience ranges from building projects like residential towers, bungalows and hotels to bridge construction and interior projects in the health care, retail and hospitality industry.

A partner at RED Architects since 2006, Apoorva Shroff has an eye for detail and a design flair that is eminently bold; her goal is to integrate technology with tradition.

Working with Cooper Robertson

les and her Bachelors from Kamla

museum and institutional design,

& Partners, one of New York’s lead-

Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute of Archi-

interior design for retail stores, offic-

ing urban design firm she worked on

tecture and Environmental Studies,

es and residences to redevelopment

projects that ranged from ‘ground

Mumbai.

of heritage structures and extensive

Maithili Raut has worked in dif-

work in the field of urban design. She

her

ferent disciplines within Architec-

has acquired her Masters in Architec-

Masters of Architecture from The

ture in New York, Paris and Mumbai.

ture and Urban design from Colum-

University of California, Los Ange-

Her works range from the scale of

bia University, New York.

zero’ restorations to planning city waterfronts.

She

acquired

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7 Lounge in Director’s cabin.

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Conference room connected to Director’s cabin.

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Terrace.

ence. The large window openings of these spaces are lined expanses of greens of various scales in the form of potted plants or landscaped garden elements. A non-conventional grain travertine wall, acts as the backdrop to the reception area. A curved reception desk peels off this wall creating a sense of invitation and direction into the office space. Two executive cabins are located just off the reception area. These are simplistically designed with modern straight lines to optimize the functionality of the space. These cabins are oversized compared to regular office cabins,

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8 however kept identical in overall area to maintain uniformity of rank for the people who occupy them.

A luxurious outlay makes way for a large L-shaped cabin with a desk at one end of the L-shaped room, a conference table towards one side and a lounge like meeting space on the other. A motorized partition separates the conference zone for the lounge zone. The lounge is a part of the main director’s cabin. It can be kept separate from the cabin by motorized

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wooden doors. This space is flanked on two perpendicular sides with glass openings, making it beautifully lit during the day. Plush leather couches with two oversized chairs, give a luxurious vibe to the space. The partition in the ceiling separates the conference table and lounge is clad in mirror giving the notion of an endless ceiling. This combined with the silver leafing on the ceiling, adds depth and detail to the space. The conference table and lounge open up onto a landscaped terrace, which is a breath

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of fresh air amidst the densely populated neighborhood. From the director’s side of the table is a connection to the conference room, which can also be connected from the reception area, for visitors to be taken in directly. The waiting area has two senior manager cabins attached to it, while the main staff area and service facilities are housed in the back.

The client was very particular about wanting an office with minimum maintenance and this was achieved by finding innovative practical solutions to designs ideas without compromising the aesthetic of the space. One such example of this was using a steel shoe under each door so that the wood doesn’t get spoilt, when the floor is being mopped. www.redarchitects.in

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Design Corner

Fun

Work with

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An organized work place should not only look attractive, but comprehensive and functional. White Orchid Architects and Interiors, a multidisciplinary firm in Mumbai; founded by designers Ankur Savla and Poornima Sawant, create a fusion in an office space, sprawling around 12,500 sq ft for the Thar Group of Companies.

Photo credits: Mayank Mudnaney

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Ankur Savla and Poornima Sawant

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esigning any office space can be a deadly task if not executed wisely. The work area

should be flexible and distinctly not making the employee dull and slavish. With the joint effort of dynamic person, Vivek Thar, MD, Thar Group of Companies, the White Orchid team crafted an elegant office space for this firm in Andheri, Mumbai.

Every corner of this office space is designed, keeping in mind the optimum utilisation of space. Every minute detail is taken care of to produce finest design efficiency.

The first impression counts and the reception space need to be meticulously clean and clutter free. This space defines the business etiquette

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of the company and in order to aid in an elegant feel, Ankur and Poonam thought of adding

classic veneer

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panelling all around. There are two small meeting rooms for the visitors, at the rarest end of this space. The casual seating in the waiting area, the carpets and a state of art carving in the backdrop, depicting the company name, makes this area warm and welcoming.

A

trendy

office

chamber

is

designed for the MD of this organization, a young entrepreneur with a global vision in the finance industry.

The centre of attraction in this space is a lavish veneer table with matt polish. This space is the best part in this

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1 The bamboo effect on the garden wall is artificially created with the wall coverings.

3 Clean and clutter free reception space.

4 MD’s cabin is the best part in this entire office.

5 Art Work MD’s Cabin - The designer frames, art pieces and the golden global mural, create a classy feel in the ambience.

6 An extraordinary waiting area is moulded for guests.

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Chairman’s Chamber with a flexible work desk, formal seating, private library and an elegant dining area.

8 A private garden adds a pleasant feeling in the overall environment.

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Reception space defines the business etiquette of this company.

10 Mandir Space with interesting light effects and ethnic touch.

11 A multipurpose casual meeting point designed with red velvet.

entire office. A laser cut metal piece

blue carpet and effective use of mir-

panelling behind the MD’s seat and

rors. The grand lobby is one of the

the indirect lighting, adds to a breath-

key highlighted parts of the design.

taking touch in this chamber. An

A huge chamber is specially designed

extraordinary waiting area is mould-

for Jayesh Thar, Chairman of this

ed in this space for guests. The glass

company with a flexible work desk,

partitions here, allow the guests

formal seating, private library and

to enjoy the grand view of a private

an elegant dining area. The door of

garden, positioned in this office. The

the Chairman chamber is truly artis-

designer frames, art pieces and the

tic with metal plates of antique gold

golden global mural, create a classy

finish.

A private garden adds a pleasant

feel in the ambience.

The royal lobby leading to the

feeling in the overall environment.

Chairman’s chamber blends in a mes-

This space can be directly accessed

merising impression. Its magnifi-

from the Chairman’s chamber or the

cence is elevated by the antique gold

MD’s chamber. The bamboo effect

coloured MDF panelled walls, royal

on the wall is artificially created with

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the wall coverings. Artificial grass is placed on the flooring for people to sit and spend their break time. Warm lighting, no doubt enhances the feel of this artificial garden.

A multipurpose casual meeting point is designed keeping in mind the comfort level of the young workforce of the company. This modern sit out designed with red velvet in this space is chic, yet comfortable. To feel stress free, a mandir is designed with simplicity and artistic curvatures with artificial stone, interesting light effects and ethnic touch. Both the side walls are clad with designer wall coverings.

The canteen in this office serves

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mouth-watering Indian food and offers its employees and guests, a country-side look and feel. The unfinished brick pattern on the walls adds to this. The ambience is supported by the effective LED lighting, designer wall coverings and high comfort chairs.

Casual elegance is what makes an office cosy and the design ideology of the principal designers of White Orchid – “WHY NOT,” allow them to offer their clients with the best solutions in a described budget and timelines. www.whiteorchid.biz

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s ssit y. It’ e c e n s r y b ut a o s s e c nd relie c a a y n a a d t y r h is no up ars eve e w he set A watc e T n . o a t n a o rs ing th ne’s pe o watch f o someth a , n d io t a c b a a refle A h m ed ctrum, , e ’ p ld S on. It is o n ig r ig CH Des e of Ma s R u A t o S H ‘ y . b of signed ly allure e e d m o e h u a boutiq us with io r u x lu is er s a Baroda tograph ne Ph o Chawd htha armar – Alo P Sharmis Words: redits: Sudhir Photo c

C Sonali Desai

‘Marigold,’ a boutique of designer

onservation of buildings has

watches in India, needed an edifice

become an integral part of

that could match the magnificence

urban architecture and when

and elegance of the watches it hous-

it has to be redesigned and rein-

es. A fifty year old bungalow need-

vented into a never seen before kind

ed to be restructured into a palatial

of a place, it needs an adept under-

European style structure with mul-

standing of the old and the new.

tiple interactive spaces woven into

A challenge that demanded great

each other. The client’s brief was

finesse and sophistication, in depth

crisp and clear, yet offered a lot of

knowledge of structural restrictions

freedom of operation and ideas to

and a keen eye for design lay ahead

the architects and designers. Perhaps

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Entry to House of Marigold, Ahmedabad.

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Display Gallery (1).

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Conference Room at H O M.

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Display Gallery (1) visible from Display Gallery (2).

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H O M - Back Yard View

10 Approach from VIP Deck to Back Yard Garden.

and columns in the arched doorways and walls. The welcoming entrance

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foyer envelopes, one into the warmth the place exude and European styled street lamps introduce the artistic baroque styles used in the rest of the interiors.

The distinctive and exemplary timepieces displayed in the lounge cum museum on the ground floor set the theme of the boutique. The place is designed to be an experience for the visitor and it does just that! The evolution of time and timepieces through eras gives the place the look of a museum and acts as a medium of studying the history of time. The

exquisite timepieces”, he adds fur-

designers’ attention to the smallest

ther.

detail is reflected in elements like the

The boutique has two display

fireplace that adds the stately touch,

rooms that are lit aesthetically and

the resin fibre statues, the imprints

extravagantly. A majestic grandfa-

of parts of a clock on the flooring in

ther clock on the ceiling of the stair-

the backyard and book mark shaped

way opens up the spaces for the

backlit wall hangings through the

opulent and artistic display of the

stairway.

beautiful watches it displays.

“We believe in green architecture

The spaces used to distinguish

and all our projects are based on the

the different areas and together

philosophy of minimal intervention,”

these small details concur to define

shares Ar. Tanuj Desai. The floor-

a comfortable, decorous and pleas-

ing and walls of the old building are

ant work environment. “Having won

retained and given a new look. “We

the complete faith of the client, who

have created a lot of ‘green spaces’

believed in our design sensibilities,

in this building as the client wanted

reinventing and designing this bou-

cosy areas where the client could

tique was a pleasant experience,”

leisurely explore the beauty of the

exclaims, Ar. Sonali.

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Fact File Client: Shilpa Choksi, House of Marigold, Ahmedabad Architect/ Interior & Landscape Designers: stARCH Design

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spectrum, Baroda Chief Architect: Ar. Tanuj Desai Concept Designer: Ar. Sonali Desai Design Team: Ar. Pankhil, Ar. Danish, Ar. Yashasvi, Rachana & Nishi Interior Contractor: Mayur Mehta - Maple Interiors Civil Contractor & PMC: Nilesh Kaur

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Landscape Contractor: Dipen Kharidia

Know the designers Vadodara-based Architects Tanuj and Sonali specialize in interior design, architecture and landscape design.

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Simple &

Unique

Sandeep Bhawsar

Radius is among the young entrants in Mumbai’s real estate, with an endeavour to create its niche as a dynamic and vibrant luxury real estate developer that pushes the boundaries of architecture, design and engineering. Its vision is to re-define the city with iconic designs, to create spaces that match the pulse of the new age buyer and to achieve excellence in everything it does. All of this reflects in the way the Radius office at One BKC, Mumbai; has been designed.

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he Radius office is an elegant

mal discussion areas, where different

blend of smart, spacious and

groups meet, work and brainstorm.

customised

tailor-

The focus on breakout areas is to cre-

made for business needs, coupled

ate multi-functional workspaces that

with a new futuristic corporate corri-

can be used for informal meetings,

dor. Sandeep Bhawsar, Chief Consul-

discussions and collaborative work.

tant - Interior Design, Radius Devel-

Each area has been segregated as

spaces,

opers, adopted the open workspaces concept. Warm colour hues were added so that natural light pours in eas-

1 Ample of informal discussions and brainstorming sessions are boasted at Workstation in Radius.

3 Lobby Area of Radius Office – a blend of collaborative environment and with natural light.

4 The workstation area follows the open door culture of the office.

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ily. The concept design is to develop sustainability through simple and unique layout that creates work environment to be open and nurture a sense of community and belonging.

The work zones are designed to be functional with specific yet modular furniture. The work stations are designed as per international ergonomic standard specifications, making them spacious and comfortable.

This office is a perfect amalgamation of contemporary architecture with a modern outlook and international standards. It boasts of an open door culture and ample infor-

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per its specific use, like the reception has waiting and meeting rooms. The staff working area can be entered through access controlled pocket door and has been placed behind the four meeting rooms. All workstations are in the middle and cabins have been kept on periphery. Separate breakout area, a pantry space is also

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catered in the staff area. Some of the open breakout area with an informal meeting space has been crafted in between the cabin area for internal team discussion. Design department is segregated from the informal discussion area through motorized work tables of adjustable height. A high meeting table with separate library area is also around this part.

The thought process behind this project was simple and Bhawsar and his team were successful in blending in international design standards that inspires collaboration, creativity and

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6 Café Lounge area is an amalgamation of contemporary architecture with a modern outlook.

10 The entrance lobby of Radius Office blends the theme with open area.

7 Each area of Radius Office offers ample daylight and windows has a positive impact on people’s wellbeing.

Waiting area of Radius Developer designed in an elegant way.

11 Café Lounge of Radius - the favourite aspect of every office space.

8 Executive Meeting Room is designed in contemporary architecture with a modern outlook and international standards.

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increase productivity.

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Know the designer With 24 years of experience in interior designing, design coordination and

project

execution,

designer

Bhawsar possesses a strong sense of aesthetics, an eye for detail and has a strong sense of balance, proportion and volumetric composition. He has the flair of adopting modern methodologies in compliance to quality standards. He has worked with renowned architectural firm like Raja Aederi Architect & Talati Panthaky Associated. Bhawsar holds the dis-

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Freedomof

Expression

SSA Design Studio, a firm of Architects, Interior Designers and Corporate Design Consultants, headed by designers Anita and Sandeep Shah, is known for creating a unique reputation of innovation and superior service with aesthetically pleasing and radical design solutions.

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andeep and Anita share their interesting

ventures

and

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always strive to be providing

complete understanding and practical solutions to their clients.

The designers were asked by the management to design a space of International standards wherein Photo Credits - Rahul Pawar

children would love to come; a space where teacher – student interaction would be of the highest priority and an atmosphere where a student is imbibed with international standards of learning without sacrificing our cultural heritage.

AAIS International School (Amulakh Amichand International School), Mumbai; run by the Gujarati Kelavani Mandal, a 62 year old educational

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trust, which under its wings have reputed English and Gujarati medium SSC stream schools, pacing in sync with the changing needs of society.

After optimum space planning without reducing any classes and infrastructure of the already running existing schools, a whole wing of the new International School was conceived. The old plan of that wing was demolished and a completely new 20,000 sq ft school was designed.

The challenge was to complete the work

of

international

standards

within the stipulated time frame in the summer vacation of 45 days.

The first level caters to the

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Nursery class with “Smartboard”.

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Corridor with beams in different colours to aid memory recall.

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Wide corridor - a safe space to run and play with friends for the kindergarten kids.

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Kindergarten class room with hexagonal sitting arrangement and a Dora and friends feature wall.

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Discovery Lab revealing the unknown treasures of the universe.

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Toilet Block in vibrant colours.

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Entrance lobby to Discovery Lab with graphics enhancing the spirit to explore.

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Class room in yellow inspiring inquisitiveness and communication.

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Administration Department and Pre

consciously training their minds to be

primary classes and a multipurpose

more receptive.

hall. The Kindergarten classes are a

All classes are equipped with

bust of fantasy with larger than life,

state-of-the-art “smart boards and

specially

paintings

projectors.” Apart from the artistic

bringing life to all fictional charac-

furniture, the entire school is treated

ters to ignite the spirit of wonder and

with “acoustic” ceilings to absorb

enquiry in the minds of these highly

sound and have power efficient LED

enthusiastic kids. The bright colour

light fittings. The entire electric con-

scheme and varied geometric shaped

sumption is powered by the institu-

tables make the learning environ-

tion’s own 20 MW solar panels fitted

ment joyful.

on the terrace – a conscious effort to

commissioned

The administration area is simple,

be an Eco friendly institution.

but a vibrant space, making way for

A space which probably is not seen

easier interaction amongst parents,

in any other schools is the “Discovery

teachers and children. The multipur-

Centre” - a dedicated Lab which intro-

pose hall with a large lobby in front

duces students to “astronomical sci-

is used for various school programs

ence” – “cosmos” and “space” beyond

and activities such as dance classes,

their perceived world.

assembly, gatherings, presentations

A lot of educational graphics have

and much more. The ground floor has

been used in the entire space so that

the sports room with activities such

students can subconsciously absorb

as table-tennis, carom, chess etc.

educational concepts while playing

The second and third floors cater

or walking around in the premises. All

to the primary and secondary classes

staircases have mathematical tables

respectively. The decor of the classes

on the risers and various graphics on

and common areas are done in such

the ceilings and walls as well. Even

a way that it enables students to rec-

the wash rooms have very interesting

ollect colours (lessons) and associate

colour schemes – simple, yet vibrant.

space with memory recall, thus sub-

Hope you enjoyed this visual retreat!

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10 Formal sitting area with a red recliner set against a blue lit glass encased column.

11 Dining space flanked with niches and mural.

12 Master suite in white

Now let us move into a totally different space. The terrace flat and a minimalistic apartment designed by this enthusiastic couple is comfortable, cozy and welcoming without being dark and drab.

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Peaceful homes A 3,000 sq ft terrace flat is designed with a white theme and a contemporary feel to the space. The client required a clean spacious home with a large living room - the attached terrace is icing on the cake. A spacious plan for the hall with an unobstructed view of the terrace from both the liv-

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ing and dining area ensures visual continuity with the space beyond.

The TV along with the projector and screen have been placed such that it could be viewed even from the terrace to heighten the joy of watching sport matches even from the outdoors thereby accommodating more guests. A reclining Buddha leads one to enjoy a blissful moment with the evening sky.

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13 Children’s room - Study area and raised wardrobe area.

wall and the ceiling.

14 Parents bed room with a comfortable high leather upholstered back.

windows to bring in maximum natu-

15 Kitchen detailed with clean lines.

All rooms are adorned by large ral light, ventilation and view. The cozy and peaceful “mandir” near the entrance ensures a moment of bliss in spite of the morning bustle.

The master bedroom, which also opens out to a private terrace has been designed in elegant white. The walk-in wardrobe can be screened off to provide privacy with the sliding glass doors.

The children room has a unique push-in bed system to enable a larger play area for the children, when

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15 required. The colour changing LED lights enthrall the young kids and their gang of musketeers. The wall here, displays a collage of their special moments.

The white theme continues in the parents room. The bed has a high leather bed backrest for comfort and more open space for them to move around unencumbered.

Sandeep and Anita follow a restrained

design

approach,

and

focus on delivering a simple and an elegant space to their client. Again playing with white as a predominant color, they designed a 1000 sq ft flat on a “minimalist” concept with focus on using rich materials and emphasis on “detailing”, with simple and functional customized furniture detailed to liven up the ambience.

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The fragrance of floating candles and rose petals greets one on entering the flat. The back lit onyx marble top and detailed abstract Jali cutwork imparts a warm inviting glow to the space. The green “semi precious” stone (Abalone Shell) inlayed in the white poly coated doors and the white Satvario Italian marble floor; give the space a rich ambience.

The living cum dining area is designed to maximize open space planning thereby making room for

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16 Master bed room with artistic back painted glass backrest.

flexible seating arrangements for

17 Children’s room in fluid form with custom printed backrest.

ing space for six has an interesting

18 Living dining as seen from the entrance foyer.

and informal bench arrangement

19 Kitchen with white satvario marble flooring and wood detailing on the cabinets.

frequent social gatherings. The dinmix of seating by way of formal chairs with “Mother of Pearl” inlay detailing and Silver Travertine marble cladding as the backrest.

The sheen of Black Pearl Italian granite with Onyx Marble wall dado in the kitchen is complemented by

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the wood detailed cabinet shutters with a breakfast counter strategically placed between the kitchen and hall.

The children room has a fluid design concept to visually make the

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room look bigger than its actual size.

The colour changing LED mood light-

ing) to top (the ceiling).

Today’s trend of living a palatial

ing, give the space a chic look.

The Master bedroom looks fas-

life in apartments has made the task

cinating with an interesting bed

of

back that has a back painted glass

space in apartment is less in compare

designing more crucial, as the

with artistic stokes of eye-catching

to individual house, but these design-

colours right from the base(the floor-

ers with utmost creativity can shape any space with functionality. They

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design a project in totality and keep the various design parameters under check to achieve the desired objective, thus enabling their clients to realize their dreams within the allocated budget.

Know the Designer SSA offers total design consultancy under one roof (Interior Design, Architecture, Structural, MEP, Landscape and Green Building Design) for which they have strategic tie-ups.

Sandeep and Anita, often stride along with the need of the ever demanding construction industry and do not shy

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G O GEOMETRIC Geometric patterns not only add pop to any room but also help create a bright and modern look thus balancing and harmonizing the entire look.

Words: Abha Gupta, Ideator and Inceptor, Icasa

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et your interior GO GEOMETRIC: Intriguing Geometric shapes can be innovatively

incorporated in most of our home furniture and decor artifacts, adding a fresh touch to home interiors.

Take the geometry to your rugs, to your dinner table, console table or any other furnishings. Add oomph to your existing interiors by making

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Circles small table - Circular bases placed together will effortlessly pop against an understated background.

subtle changes like incorporating geometric print fabrics to your pillows, chairs, sofas or even curtains.

The idea of using geometric shapes

Abha Gupta

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in interiors is to create something

the vendors were king and customers

that suits your style, in a way that

had no guarantee on standardization

ensures it appears trendy and plush,

for price or quality. Seeking to rem-

without going too overboard.

edy this, she set up ICasa.

About the author

quality, well priced products, which

Abha Gupta is a strong, successful

can be easily located in the market.

and charismatic entrepreneur. In her

She places utmost importance in giv-

travels across the globe, she saw the

ing her customers’ dreams that shape

massive gap in the furniture market

in reality.

ICasa boasts of offering high

in India. The unorganized furniture market in India was booming; here

www.icasafurniture.in

3 Andrew dinner table - Dinner table with glass top and brass plated globe shape base adds rhyme and interest to your dining area.

4 Beatrice small armchair creates striking accent and gives a regal touch to your decor.

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5 Charlotte console - This table with bronzed rectangular base, if placed in your living room appears unique and can work wonder in home décor.

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Meditative Space Roca Llisa is located on hilly terrain with spectacular views of the ocean and the island of Formentera. Half-way between Ibiza town and Santa Eulalia del Rio, close to the villages of Jesus and Cala Llonga, it is ideally situated for those looking to escape the summer club scene.

Photo credits: Lorenzo Vecchia

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he house is situated on an

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exclusive residential estate on the island of Ibiza, called

Roca Llisa. The wooded, sloping site offers panoramic views towards the surrounding islands.

Brief As annual visitors to the island of Ibiza, the owners stipulated a contemporary reinvention of the classic Mediterranean villa they had purchased at the top of a wooded hill in the exclusive Roca Llisa area. The design had to mediate between the functions of family retreat and meditative space, and fully functioning entertainment venue. Having spent

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Exterior view.

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Exterior view: the wooden sloping site offers panoramic view.

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Casual and elegant Patio.

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Formal area.

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Kitchen area.

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Exterior view towards the surround-

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ing islands.

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The luxurious bed depicts an organic sense.

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Luxurious bath area.

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time in Cape Town the owners were

would allow for intimate, casual fam-

familiar with the contemporary work

ily living, as well as extensive enter-

being done by SAOTA and ARRCC,

taining of large groups of friends.

formerly Antoni Associates, and

The complete renovation included

approached them to design the

additional accommodation in the

extensive refurbishment and altera-

form of guest rooms,” says Mark

tions to the existing three-level

Rielly, partner at ARRCC.

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Spanish-style house.

“From the bones of the existing

Approach

villa, the clients asked us to create a

In contrast to the more frantic

contemporary Ibiza-style home that

lifestyle for which the island is

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Fact File Project Name: ROCA LLISA Location: IBIZA, SPAIN Architects: SAOTA & ARRCC

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Stefan Antoni & Mark Rielly Interior Architecture: ARRCC Mark Rielly, Michele Rhoda & Chad Brander Interior Decor: ARRCC Mark Rielly & Sarika Jacobs Site Area: 2208m² Building Area: 845m² Main Furniture Supplier: OKHA Completion Date: 2014

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Entrance space.

10 - 11 Cosy interactive space.

12 A family retreat.

13 Warm bedroom & bath space.

renowned, Roca Llisa estate is an

ing into its site, while adding warmth

enclave of luxury and peace. Inspired

and depth to the minimal interior.

by its context and its occupation, the

Large sliding, glass doors to the out-

finished home successfully imparts a

door terraces blur the line between

sense of calm simplicity, washed with

indoor and outdoor living. Bold and

natural light.To achieve this, ARRCC’s

discreet lighting was layered to

design approach focused on the use

evoke contrasting but complemen-

of organic materials, including tim-

tary moods. Subtle lighting has been

ber and stone, to embed the build-

incorporated in all recesses and fea-

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12

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ture bulkheads to give a warm glow

Interior Decor

OKHA was the main furniture sup-

to peripheral edges. Concealed light-

The interior design and decor needed

plier and provided South African-

ing has also been used to highlight

to be simultaneously casual and ele-

designed and manufactured pieces

and accentuate the natural finishes.

gant, and express a modern relaxed,

custom made for the clients. ARRCC

“This house is unique in its detail

almost bohemian character without

used a soft, naturally inspired colour

and quality of finish and reflects a

being cluttered or excessively lay-

palette where the use of varying

living environment that is seductive

ered. Each space on the three levels

materials and textures, adds depth

and inspired by family living,” says

provides for different functions and

and resonates an effortless, organic

Michele Rhoda.

exhibits its own particular nuances.

sense of luxury.

Cottons, linens, raw timber, stone

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and marble against a backdrop of fresh white walls give the internal spaces a natural calm and serenity; the eclectic mix of contemporary designs, artisanal pieces and one off custom creations reflect the clients’ broad appreciation and understanding of art and design, and their desire for luxury contemporary living where every moment counts and a home provides the literal foundations of a balanced lifestyle.

Know more ARRCC is known for creating considered and engaging interiors at the leading edge of design. Working closely with clients, they distil and transform their briefs to exceed original expectations. They believe in life-enhancing spaces that reflect both client and location, and through a refined approach to design, they have developed a style focused on detail and substance.

When ARRCC was founded as Antoni Associates, it was in answer to the need for a focused interior studio for the architecture firm SAOTA. This firm’s portfolio of successful projects over the past decades has created a solid foundation for expanding the range of projects globally. The new name, ARRCC, reflects this consolidation into a strong and independent brand. www.saota.com www.arrcc.com www.okha.com

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Event Report

Redefine your decor Bring in a futuristic appeal and functionality to your space with the best ply products.

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alaram and Uniply, the leading

ited the lounge and were impressed

players in the plywood indus-

by the new products and the warm set

try, recently marked their pres-

up blended in this space. The inspir-

ence in ET ACETech 2015, Mumbai; an

ing visuals, posters and brochures,

exhibition that gathered well known

explaining the myths and facts about

architects,

developers,

the different product lines created a

engineers, contracting companies;

wow factor and excited the visitors.

material suppliers and technology

This also allowed the young archi-

providers under one roof for display-

tects and students of architecture

ing and sourcing products expedi-

and interiors to take a closer look and

ently.

analyze the products and stay updat-

designers,

A captivating exclusive lounge

ed about the industry.

at the exhibition was beautifully designed with enthralling interiors.

www.jalaramveneers.com

Leading architects and designers vis-

www.uniply.in

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27th Edition ofINDEX

Dignitaries at Index Fairs, Mumbai. L to R : Michael Duck, Executive VP,UBM Asia, Sylvia Khan, Director, UBM Index, Pratap Jadhav, President, IIID, E. Sabri, Consul General of Turkey, Artist Brinda Miller, Zarine Khan, Designer, L.A Khan, MD, UBM Index, Ar. Karan Grover, Principal Architect, KGA, Mahesh Dalmia, Honorary VP AIHA.

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he show was held from 15 - 18th October,2015 and boasted 300+ companies promoting over 500 brands including country pavilions from Turkey, UK, Spain and China, along with exhibitors from Italy, Australia, Malaysia, Nepal and more. It connected manufacturers and traders dealing in furniture and fittings, OEM white goods, accessories, lighting and a complete range of materials, kitchen, office and hardware for contract use, with architects, interior designers, builders, project managers, and consultants, procurement heads across the hospitality, corporate, government, kitchen and bath sectors.

Index, marked by knowledge forums and product launch zones, was supported by important industry and professional associations such as the Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID), All India Hardware Association (AIHA), Hospitality Purchasing Managers Forum (HPMF), Taiwan Furniture Manufacturers Association (TFMA), Furniture Association from Turkey,

Istanbul and British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA).

Always exciting, the Annual Index CEO Networking & Awards function saw UBM Index fairs announcing the Architect’s Choice Awards across categories. The awardees included, Furniture : Living Spaces, Wood Box, Kitchen : Carysil and Aariaa Cucinaa, Accessories : Ventique and Samek Impex, Office : Spacewood and Office Ideas, Indarch: Asian paints and Knots & Figures, Interfurn : Collins and Hettich.

The Art Enclave showcased the work of artists and galleries across India in fine art, sculptures and photography apart from international participation from UK, Australia and Nepal. Index Design Boulevard had spaces curated by designers - Kanika Bawa, Lekha Washington, Rouble Nagi and Sumessh Menon while the Kudos Gallery saluted great work with displays of the projects of 12 eminent architects Ar. Hafeez Contractor, Ar. Kamal Malik & Ar. Arjun Malik; Ar. Reza Kabul, Ar. Seema Puri Mullan & Ar. Zarir Mullan; Ar. Abraham John & Ar. Alan Abraham,

Ar. Ashiesh Shah, Ar. Ravi Sarangan, Ar. Bobby Mukherji, Ar. Bharat Yamsanwar, Ar. Anil Salian, Ar. Ratan Batliboi, Ar. Iqbal Chaney ,Sapna Ranade and Ar. Quaid Doongerwala and Ar. Shilpa Ranade.

A dynamic highlight for the kitchen industry saw the launch of the IFJ Industry Spotlight and Kitchen Catalogue launched at the hands of celebrity Chef Ranveer Brar. “Owing to our 26 years old flagship trade show, Index, the only B2B show catering to the industry in India, we enjoy a close connect with the community of architects, interior designers and builders/developers and with key trade and buyer delegations across India. In addition, through our strategic alliances, we have a standing relationship with industry’s professional bodies.

The 27th edition of this show will continue to serve as an industry platform for the trade community to harness the huge potential and inturn contribute to the growth of this sector,” added L.A Khan, Managing Director, UBM Index. www.ubmindexfairs.com JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2016 • Design Matrix 125

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FENSTERBAU FRONTALE INDIA 2016

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he international exhibition and conference FENSTERBAU FRONTALE INDIA has continuously developed over the years as a dedicated platform for showcasing quality products, offering educational programs and taking fenestration to the grass root level through training workshops.

Leading companies from more than eight countries participated in the recently concluded edition (February 2015, Bangalore) and the event attracted more than 5000 visitors. FENSTERBAU FRONTALE INDIA once again consolidated its reputation as India’s most focused trade show for the window, door and façade industry.

The product spectrum at FENSTERBAU FRONTALE INDIA includes structural and profile systems, semi-finished materials, materials, production aids, glass products, hardware, fixing and

safety equipments; Shading and ventilation equipment, machines, tools, operating systems etc.

Now in its sixth year, the upcoming edition will take place at the Bombay Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India from the 25th – 27th February, 2016.

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Event highlights The event is further supplemented by architectural meets, educational forums, student competition programs, technical workshops and a plethora of activities.

• The Official German Pavilion announced for the fifth year in a row will be one of the most important highlights of the event. The German Pavilion is a one stop shop for “made in Germany,” quality products.

The pavilion is organized by the German Federal Ministry of

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Economic Affairs and Energy and the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry (AUMA), and supported by the Verband Fenster + Fassade (VFF – Window and Facade Association).

The “Centre of excellence – Seeing is Believing” pavilion which is once again initiated by ift Rosenheim will include live window testing demonstrations and seminars of quality and safety. ift Rosenheim is a world renowned institute for testing, surveillance and certification of façade and fenestration products.

Students competition programs and panel discussions with leading architects; Sessions with leading Indian and International Industry experts.

www.frontale-india.com

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February 25th - 27th, 2016 Mumbai, India Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre www.frontale-india.com

For more information & space booking please contact:

Organizer

Strategic Partners

NürnbergMesse India Pvt. Ltd. Ms. Rucheeka Chhugani T +91 11 4716 8828 E rucheeka.chhugani@nm-india.com

Supporting Associations:

Media Partners:

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PRODUCT

H C N LAU Aldeco: furnishing fabrics

Aldeco, interior fabrics is a dynamic and creative Portuguese brand that commercializes high end interior fabrics taking its inspiration in the world patrimony and its cultures. Raising the uniqueness and the geometric strength of the beautiful details of Italian architecture in the Renaissance era, the Character Collection arises. A sophisticated and refined collection with a touch of opulence translated into elaborate embroidery and application of lurex threads of gold, silver and copper.

Availability: All leading furnishing stores across India along with Maishaa stores across India.

Tel: 011- 2735 3747 / 3566

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Koinor Motion at Simply Sofas A wide new range of motion sofas and recliners were recently introduced in India by Simply Sofas. This 2016 collection of motion furniture was unveiled by Koinor earlier this year, at the prestigious Milan Design Week and Furniture Fair, the world’s definitive design event.

A few highlights of the latest collection include motion sofas like Elena and Elliot; recliners such as Joleen, and the Lizzy day bed, to name but a few. www.simplysofas.in

Kaldewei presents ‘MEISTERSTÜCK INCAVA,’ Bathroom Collection The Kaldewei Meisterstück Incava has been created in collaboration with designer Anke Salomon. The freestanding bathtub features an interior with harmoniously flowing lines, an ultra-narrow rim, and uniquely conical enamelled panelling. These design features lend the bath an extraordinary lightness and panache.

The Meisterstück Incava was awarded the Red Dot Award for Product Design 2015 in recognition of its master craftsmanship and flawless design. www.kaldewei.com

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GLOSSARY IFC: MRJ FlexStone

Pg. 11: Century Veneers

Pg.20: Antique Laminates

8/M, Laxmi Ind. Estate,

www.centuryveneers.com

Surface Dekor (India) Pvt. Ltd.

New Link Road, Versova,

Gala No. 28/29, New Satguru Ind. Estate,

Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053

Pg. 13: Jalaram Corporate Ad

Jay Coach, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063

Tel: (022) 2631 6343 / 44

• Agar Bazaar, S. K. Bole Road,

Email: surfacedekor@gmail.com

Near Siddhivinayak Temple,

Pg. 3: Ebco Pvt. Ltd.

Dadar, Mumbai 400 028

Pg. 21: Concept Dekor

402-3, Hyde Park,

Tel: (022) 2431 8444

Surface Dekor (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Saki Vihar Road, Mumbai 400 072.

Email: corian@jalaramveneers.com

Gala No. 28/29, New Satguru Ind. Estate,

Tel: (022) 6783 7777 Email: info@ebco.in www.ebco.in

Jay Coach, Goregaon (E), • 34/J, Laxmi Vijay, Laxmi Ind. Estate, New Link Road, Versova,

Mumbai 400063 Email: surfacedekor@gmail.com

Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053

Pg. 4: LG Hi-Macs New Patel Sawmill Group

Tel: (022) 2632 7733 / 34 Email: jalaramvnf@gmail.com

204/B, Vertex Vikas, Sir M V Road,

Pg. 22 & 23: MRJ Flooring MRJ Trading Pvt. Ltd. F/201, Shyam Kamal ‘C’ Bldg., Wing 1, Agarwal Market, Vile Parle (E),

Tel: (022) 2683 3377 / 0952

Pg. 15: Durian Decorative Laminates

Email: decorexsol@gmail.com

Cedar Décor Pvt. Ltd.

Tel: (022) 2618 7132 / 2613 1442

F-2, Shapath-1, S. G. Highway,

Email: flooring@mrjgroup.in

Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400 069.

Pg. 5: Cera

Ahmedabad 380015

www.cera-india.com

Tel: (079) 2687 1295/98/58 www.durianlam.in

Mumbai – 400 057.

Pg. 127: Fensterbau Frontale India

Pg. 6 & 7: Durian Home & Office Furniture

Pg. 17: Euro Decor

Durian Industries Ltd.

www.eurodecor.co.in

IBC: FINfloor Laminated Flooring

Vile Parle (E), Mumbai 400 057.

Pg. 18: Le Cdeor

MRJ Trading Pvt. Ltd.

Tel: (022) 2626 9000

MRJ Trading Pvt. Ltd.

F/201, Shyam Kamal ‘C’ Bldg., Wing 1,

Email: info@durian.in

F/201, Shyam Kamal ‘C’ Bldg.,

Agarwal Market, Vile Parle (E),

www.durian.in

Wing 1, Agarwal Market,

Mumbai – 400 057.

Vile Parle (E),

Tel: (022) 2618 7132 / 2613 1442

Pg. 8 & 9: Uniply Industries Ltd.

Mumbai – 400 057.

Email: flooring@mrjgroup.in

www.uniply.in

Tel: (022) 2618 7132 / 2613 1442

www.frontale-india.com

401, The Summit, Western Express Highway,

Email: artifacts@mrjgroup.in

BC: Durian Home & Office Furniture

KiTEC Industries (India) Limited

Pg. 19: Lamineer

Durian Industries Ltd.

C-18/11, Jeevan Bima Nagar,

Beside Mandi Gate,

401, The Summit, Western Express Highway,

Borivali (W), Mumbai – 400 103.

Pandri, Raipur,

Vile Parle (E), Mumbai 400 057

Tel.: (022) 2895 1144

Chhattisgarh, India

Tel: (022) 2626 9000

Email: sales@kitecindia.com

Tel: (0771) 4046414

Email: info@durian.in

www.kitecindia.com

Email: lamineershop@gmail.com

www.durian.in

Pg. 10: KiTEC Potable water

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DESIGN MATRIX • January-February 2016

January-February 2016 VOL. 6 • ISSUE 2 • `100

• INTERIORS N IG ES D • LE Y ST FE LI PEOPLE •

tete-a-tete with

Pratap Jadhav

Good design is not only aesthetics, even functionality of space is equally important. I must add one more thing; I feel it should be timeless.

Ideal Kitchens are just a step away

a MRJ presentation

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Spaces Architects@ka stARCH design spectrum SAOTA & ARRCC

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