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The Hidden Doors

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Location
Rajkot, Gujarat, India
Year
2022
Structure
Apartment
Style
Scandinavian
The master bedroom has a small foyer that gives access to its walk in closet and bathroom. The foyer culminates in the room with its north facing wall having a huge window. A deep burgundy upholstered bed with a lime textured finished wall in beige tone sits facing the balcony. Veneer backdrops adds to the rich tones of the bed and wall. Play of curvatures in small places add up to the effect of elegance in the entire space. A day couch from Hanuzzi in wood and fabric is placed in front of the window. Décor is not overdone to keep in line with the low maintenance approach.
The master bedroom has a small foyer that gives access to its walk in closet and bathroom. The foyer culminates in the room with its north facing wall having a huge window. A deep burgundy upholstered bed with a lime textured finished wall in beige tone sits facing the balcony. Veneer backdrops adds to the rich tones of the bed and wall. Play of curvatures in small places add up to the effect of elegance in the entire space. A day couch from Hanuzzi in wood and fabric is placed in front of the window. Décor is not overdone to keep in line with the low maintenance approach.
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Formal Living room has a highlight feature of the ring light which is custom made in stainless steel with PVD finish.
Formal Living room has a highlight feature of the ring light which is custom made in stainless steel with PVD finish.
Home Theatre - As one enters the home theatre, it is altogether a different world in itself. In stark contrast to the entire house, the theatre room is engulfed in black. The cosy feel is further accentuated by wood rafters that run along the ceiling and continue down the walls. The theatre is a study in acoustic detailing. Tucked at the back is a small bar area with a blue cabinet designed by us. The wave pattern on the shutters finished with lacquer paint houses a mini fridge and utility. A raised floor level demarcates the bar subtly. The wooden rafters in the seating area help in sound absorption and also hide a door leading to a bathroom.
Home Theatre - As one enters the home theatre, it is altogether a different world in itself. In stark contrast to the entire house, the theatre room is engulfed in black. The cosy feel is further accentuated by wood rafters that run along the ceiling and continue down the walls. The theatre is a study in acoustic detailing. Tucked at the back is a small bar area with a blue cabinet designed by us. The wave pattern on the shutters finished with lacquer paint houses a mini fridge and utility. A raised floor level demarcates the bar subtly. The wooden rafters in the seating area help in sound absorption and also hide a door leading to a bathroom.
To the left of the formal living space, a beautiful passage leads to the dining area. The centrally located passage is the heart of the house, having doors opening up on both the longer sides of it. As one walks from the formal living to the dining, the home theatre and power bathroom doors hidden in the wood panels are on the left, while two doors lead to the terrace area on the right with a small temple space tucked between them. The terrace and temple doors with wood frames and fluted glass panes bring altered light into the passage. The passage culminates in a huge space housing the family living, dining and an open kitchen. Neutral tones and veneer continue in this space to lend a seamless feel.
To the left of the formal living space, a beautiful passage leads to the dining area. The centrally located passage is the heart of the house, having doors opening up on both the longer sides of it. As one walks from the formal living to the dining, the home theatre and power bathroom doors hidden in the wood panels are on the left, while two doors lead to the terrace area on the right with a small temple space tucked between them. The terrace and temple doors with wood frames and fluted glass panes bring altered light into the passage. The passage culminates in a huge space housing the family living, dining and an open kitchen. Neutral tones and veneer continue in this space to lend a seamless feel.
To the left of the dining space is a fully modular kitchen, executed by FnF Cucina, in matching tones of the walls. The shutters are furnished in matt glass from Indoline. A built-in refrigerator is neatly tucked with other storage cabinets. The counter and backsplash are made using a solid surface in honey cream colour. The kitchen is well ventilated and filled with natural light throughout the day. A store room and wash area can be accessed from the kitchen. A hi tech fully modular kitchen finished in honey cream coloured matt glass shutters with honey cream coloured counter made in solid surface.
To the left of the dining space is a fully modular kitchen, executed by FnF Cucina, in matching tones of the walls. The shutters are furnished in matt glass from Indoline. A built-in refrigerator is neatly tucked with other storage cabinets. The counter and backsplash are made using a solid surface in honey cream colour. The kitchen is well ventilated and filled with natural light throughout the day. A store room and wash area can be accessed from the kitchen. A hi tech fully modular kitchen finished in honey cream coloured matt glass shutters with honey cream coloured counter made in solid surface.
Guest bedroom adjoining the parents’ room is a clutter free affair. The bed in soft pastel pink is inviting and adds a fresh flavour to the room. A reading corner is created with a chair, coffee table and hanging lights. The room enjoys beautiful natural light throughout the day that filters through the sheers.
Guest bedroom adjoining the parents’ room is a clutter free affair. The bed in soft pastel pink is inviting and adds a fresh flavour to the room. A reading corner is created with a chair, coffee table and hanging lights. The room enjoys beautiful natural light throughout the day that filters through the sheers.
The central positioning of the dining table allows it to be a focal point of the space. It also allows the family to connect over activities as these areas are juxtaposed together. The eight-seater dining table has a marble top with a wooden base and brass accenting. The marble has hues of brown, beige and blue which perfectly compliment the powder blue dining chairs. A set of 4 hanging lights finished in black powder coating light up the space. The wooden ceiling above the dining room corresponds to the ceiling in the formal living room, hiding the HVAC.
The central positioning of the dining table allows it to be a focal point of the space. It also allows the family to connect over activities as these areas are juxtaposed together. The eight-seater dining table has a marble top with a wooden base and brass accenting. The marble has hues of brown, beige and blue which perfectly compliment the powder blue dining chairs. A set of 4 hanging lights finished in black powder coating light up the space. The wooden ceiling above the dining room corresponds to the ceiling in the formal living room, hiding the HVAC.
Guest Bedroom
Guest Bedroom
Parents' Bedroom
Parents' Bedroom
The parents’ room is designed in such a way that it can block light completely when required. The dark wooden floor and a wall clad in veneer panel give a cosy vibe to the room. Ceiling to floor curtains on an entire wall is in a soft beige tone. Curved ceilings, junction and cupboard details lend elegance to the overall design. Custom-designed walk-in closet behind a concealed door fulfils every requirement of theirs replete with dressing and a locker. An all-white tiled bathroom completes this suite for the parents.
The parents’ room is designed in such a way that it can block light completely when required. The dark wooden floor and a wall clad in veneer panel give a cosy vibe to the room. Ceiling to floor curtains on an entire wall is in a soft beige tone. Curved ceilings, junction and cupboard details lend elegance to the overall design. Custom-designed walk-in closet behind a concealed door fulfils every requirement of theirs replete with dressing and a locker. An all-white tiled bathroom completes this suite for the parents.
The back drop for the chairs is enhanced with a delicate fluting panel covering 1/4th portion of the length of the wall finished in PU. It is layered with a ‘ring light’ in gold finished metal designed by Shruti herself. A frangipani placed in the corner completes the setup, framed by the ring and the fluting.
The back drop for the chairs is enhanced with a delicate fluting panel covering 1/4th portion of the length of the wall finished in PU. It is layered with a ‘ring light’ in gold finished metal designed by Shruti herself. A frangipani placed in the corner completes the setup, framed by the ring and the fluting.
A thirteen feet sofa crafted by Hanuzzi in pale blue with brown leather belt accenting takes the centre stage. Centre table set of two 6 feet linear pieces are staggered for a perfect balance. This centre table also designed and conceptualised by us is a combination of wood, stone and PU.
A thirteen feet sofa crafted by Hanuzzi in pale blue with brown leather belt accenting takes the centre stage. Centre table set of two 6 feet linear pieces are staggered for a perfect balance. This centre table also designed and conceptualised by us is a combination of wood, stone and PU.
The family living has a huge L-shaped sofa from Hanuzzi in a warm tone of beige brown. Both the walls behind this sofa are flanked by wall-to-wall windows. Curtains, wall colour and sofa are all washed in the same hue giving a subtle monochromatic look. A minimalistic wooden table from IKEA compliments the setup. This is the space where the family unwinds and interacts with each other and watches TV. The TV wall is clad and designed in such a way that it hides the door to the parents’ room and balances the centre.
The family living has a huge L-shaped sofa from Hanuzzi in a warm tone of beige brown. Both the walls behind this sofa are flanked by wall-to-wall windows. Curtains, wall colour and sofa are all washed in the same hue giving a subtle monochromatic look. A minimalistic wooden table from IKEA compliments the setup. This is the space where the family unwinds and interacts with each other and watches TV. The TV wall is clad and designed in such a way that it hides the door to the parents’ room and balances the centre.
Family Living and Dining
Family Living and Dining
Two doors on either side of the temple leading to the open terrace lined with plants. The terrace offers amazing views of the city skyline. Centrally placed on the terrace is a seating arrangement comprising of a swing (a staple in all Gujarat homes) and chairs. Formal and family living area windows open out on the terrace and act as a visual connection. Faux venetian windows with tinted mirrors and white louvres act as a play to enhance the terrace.
Two doors on either side of the temple leading to the open terrace lined with plants. The terrace offers amazing views of the city skyline. Centrally placed on the terrace is a seating arrangement comprising of a swing (a staple in all Gujarat homes) and chairs. Formal and family living area windows open out on the terrace and act as a visual connection. Faux venetian windows with tinted mirrors and white louvres act as a play to enhance the terrace.
A powder bathroom tucked beside the home theatre gives a sense of innate drama with a black and white patterned marble on its floor and walls till mid-level. The rest of the wall is painted in a rich burgundy hue. The curved backlit mirror heightens the drama with a counter built on site.
A powder bathroom tucked beside the home theatre gives a sense of innate drama with a black and white patterned marble on its floor and walls till mid-level. The rest of the wall is painted in a rich burgundy hue. The curved backlit mirror heightens the drama with a counter built on site.

Details

Square Feet
5000
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
1

Credits

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Interior Design
Photographer
Talib Chitalwala
Publications
ELLE DECOR

From Shruti Vyas

A young couple approached us in the latter part of 2020 for designing their 5000 sq. ft. apartment. Our first discussion over a Zoom session for the clients to understand our design philosophy and process led us to know that our vibes matched. The entire process became very smooth as their choices aligned with our firm’s design philosophy.

They were very clear with their basic requirements. The couple wanted a contemporary, minimal setup. Hence, we opted for a timeless interior design rendered with a Scandinavian and Zen feel.
It took us a little over a year to complete the work amid the second lockdown and various challenges that came along with it. The clients’ active involvement in the design process helped us craft tailor-made spaces suited to their lifestyles and needs.

As one enters the private lift lobby, a tinted mirrored panel catches your reflection, with a sleek horizontal unit cantilevered to store footwear and sit. On the right the warm wooden tones of the main door and panelling greet you. To the left is another passage making way for the building staircase and other lifts.

Formal and family living area windows open out on the terrace and act as a visual connection. Faux Venetian windows with tinted mirrors and white louvres act as a play to enhance the terrace.
Opposite the terrace doors, a hidden door opens to the home theatre. Along with the door, the wood panelling also camouflages a switchboard made by Digital Dreams from the same veneer that is used on the panel.

All four bedrooms of the apartment are equal in size and formation. They are positioned at the 4 extreme corners of the floor plate. Each bedroom has a small area for walk-in, an attached bathroom and a balcony. Two bedrooms are accessed from the family living zone and the other two are from the formal living area.