This 2300sq.ft residence is based in Mumbai, India, converting a 3 bhk into a 2 bhk.
The existing flat had part of the living room with a lower false ceiling due to the AC ducts, creating an odd divide between the living room, dining area, passage to the rooms, and kitchen. We used this imaginary line as an actual divide for the space and the flooring. We wanted to create an old Indian palace archway kind of feel, so we used 4 old South Indian Chettinad carved columns to enhance and help create depth to this space. This becomes a structural highlight of the space. The material on the floor also enhances the division of the space. We used sm
Toshakahana, in Persian, means treasure house. As the name suggests, the concept for the space was to celebrate, cherish valuable pieces that celebrate art and craft from the bygone era, mainly from India and other parts of the world.
The idea was to celebrate the balance of nostalgia of dying heritage, craftsmanship, and welcome the future modernism.
The client’s love for antiques and the desire to create a unique space that still has a vibe of old Indian architecture, with the comforts of the modern day, were key elements in designing the space.
A key element was to also be sustainable by trying to use as much furniture or elements in the house from old wood, old antiques. Most of the pieces were in an extremely dilapidated state. Each piece has been restored, giving it a new life.
The idea was to use materials to make the house feel fluid and seamlessly flowing from one space to another.
The concept was to create a minimalist space by balancing many maximalist elements.
