Project -One-Bedroom Suite In A Luxury Penthouse

By: Interior Designer Sanjyt Syngh

A 3000 square feet private wing of an 18000sq. ft. sea-facing penthouse spread over 3 floors is located on the 12th floor of a high rise in Pali Hill, Mumbai.

Client’s Vision:

The young couple desired a clean and crisp, yet bold and masculine room, with accents of orange. They needed a Bedroom Suite with His and Her closet space, enough to accommodate their love of clothes.

Initial Analysis:

“There’s no mincing the style, it’s deliciously masculine with a refined sensibility. Not gruff, but sexy. The modern sexy man cave, no?” said Interior Designer Sanjyt Syngh

Interior Designer Sanjyt Syngh

Although based in New Delhi, his approach to design is global, intending to create spaces that have an appealing identity to their inhabitants. By sticking strictly to the brief, they delivered a strong, bold space. One basic idea was to keep the space flowing by using similar materials throughout. The reflective surfaces used only further enhance the grandeur. The entire bathroom is the same stone. From the floor to the counter to the walls. And amidst that, they have used gigantic mirrors to enhance the experience. It’s the same for the walk-in wardrobe. Even the doors are high gloss black so as you transition from one space to the other you already get glimpses of the room ahead.

“Designing this home was a complete delight. My general philosophy is that spaces need to be curated. Design should enhance your space. It should talk to you, it should work for you. I always try to put the inhabitants who own the space in the environment and think about how they would feel. Space should not feel boring.” elaborated Mr. Sanjyt Syngh. They have tried to maximize the view from every angle possible. To avoid any obstruction, they used mechanisms, like where

the television disappears into the ceiling and when not in use is out of sight.

Automations integrated -

The lighting is designed in layers and keeping the natural light in mind. With a high-tech automation system in place, different moods have been programmed for different times of the day. Sensors are used to turn on the lights as the client enters the room. A meticulous design and a clever orchestration of lights transform this space into a harmonious and functional environment that is also a fabulous visual treat. And the automation of all mundane tasks such as switching on and off of lights, operation of curtains adds to the luxury. Motorized curtain panels allow for an open or close curtain setting with a touch of a button. Also, the drapery is layered with sheer and blackout to cut light when desired. The suite is also fitted with energysaving automated cooling systems integrated with HVAC, as well as fire sprinkler systems, making it a smart space that enhances luxury.

The Eventual Outcome –

They had to tear down the entire space, before starting with a blank canvas. Taking advantage of the location of the building, such that there is a view of the sea from most sides. They allowed in natural light and kept the space open on all three sides. Taking about 9 months from conceptualization to execution. Always finding inspiration in the surroundings and the client each project is a story on its own. Interior designer Sanjyt Syngh believes that it is his job to write the story based on a client brief that’s expressed through different mediums. While some designers often shy away from dark colours, claiming that they make space look smaller, Mr. Sanjyt

Syngh dares to actualize this dark space, solely designed to create the feeling of volume, with the use of the right elements. Besides the layout, they envisioned the use of colour in certain proportions. With dark colour the tendency to get carried away was overcome to create a truly balanced color palette. “I’m excited about every project of mine. The reason being I never repeat design. So it’s always a new baby. The fact that every project is so distinct, it gives the client and me this sense of pride that it’s one of a kind”, says Mr. Sanjyt Syngh.

Final Take Away:

Two of the designer’s favorite light pieces are an exquisite pendant light by Edward Van Vliet and the other is a Kevin Reilly light fixture in the dressing, both sourced from HIGHLIGHT, New Delhi. Everything from the furniture to the carpentry to the wardrobe to the rugs / soft furnishings is a bespoke mix of places from Europe to India.