It is said that a home is an expression of mind and soul. A home becomes a very intimate space or your sanctum where you celebrate your life with your loved ones. The design language was established between the client’s idea of a calm yet refreshing spot to relax and rejuvenate.
Being an entrepreneur, and a father, striking a balance between business and family, the client intended to remodel their generic developer-finished 180 sq m apartment into a space where he, his partner, and their two kids can acknowledge their individuality, and soulfulness to coexist with beauty.
Out of a painting
The design started with a simple thought of perceiving the interior as an abstract painting; with the space as the ‘canvas’, ‘under painted’ with subtle earth-toned walls, accentuated by thick ‘impasto’ specks of pastel-toned paintings and furniture, with linear ‘strokes’ of brass accents and profiles. The colours are beautifully held together by calming whites that restore balance.
Light and bright
The entryway leads to a bright and inviting living room, featuring pale lime walls and marble flooring that creates a warm and comforting atmosphere. The beech wood panels and brass accents add a touch of sophistication, complementing the pale lime backdrop to create a sense of liveability. The warm hues foster a feeling of compassion which was inspired by the post-modern colour palette.
The walls, and ceilings inconspicuous, while furniture, paintings, and other décor were designed to pop out the canvas, like strokes of a pallet knife. Wall art and paintings were custom-made to complement the character of the interior spaces.
Tranquil textures
The kitchen showcases a simple and alluring material palette, with copper-finished laminate cabinets and black marble countertops that offer a sleek and modern look.
The bedrooms offer a tranquil escape from the daily grind, with white paint, a feature wall of painted plywood and beech wood accents, and wooden patterned flooring. The warm lighting creates a relaxing atmosphere, making the bedrooms a peaceful retreat.
Fact file:
Name of the project: Bens Apartment
Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Area: 180 sq m
Type: Residential interiors
Design firm: Finder Studio
