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    This duplex in Mumbai by Architect Naved Designs is rooted in the grandeur of spatiality

    MAY 30, 2024 | By Mini Ribeiro
    The fixed glass partition in the foyer area adds depth. Staircase wall cladded in white clay brick from Articlad, wooden surfaces by Venzowood; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    The paneled design shutters enhance the decor element. Fluted wooden surfaces by Venzowood, paneled design shutters of customized wardrobes from Grandeur Interiors; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    The family media room exudes comfort and style. White clay brick cladding from Articlad; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    Terracotta-painted scooped wall surface elevates the living room. Monotone bamboo silk carpet from The Merge Projekt, glass centre table and coffee tables from Natuzzi and sheer drapes from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    The rectangular seating defines the living area. Monotone bamboo silk carpet from The Merge Projekt, glass centre table and coffee tables from Natuzzi and sheer drapes from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    The pixelated mirror wall makes for an arresting spectacle. Monotone bamboo silk carpet from The Merge Projekt, glass centre table and coffee tables from Natuzzi, and sheer drapes from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    Striking textures and hues characterise this bedroom. Bronze liquid metal coated column from ICA, eddings and soft furnishings from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography
    A hint of gloss with the bronze liquid metal paint column. Circular shaped column coated in liquid metal paint from ICA, beddings and soft furnishings from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    Form follows function. This philosophy is precisely what guides the anatomy of this grand duplex in Mumbai sketched by principal architect Naved Patel of his eponymous firm Architect Naved Designs (AND). Wrapped in the allure of modern minimalism the home reflects the discerning lifestyle of its homeowners.

    Engulfing five bedrooms, the residence combines a spatially-forward layout of 15th and 16th floors in a high-rise.

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    The look is elevated by quirky pieces. Monotone bamboo silk carpet from The Merge Projekt, glass centre table and coffee tables from Natuzzi and sheer drapes from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

     

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    Bright and airy living area with abundant natural light. Monotone bamboo silk carpet from The Merge Projekt, dual tone glass tinted coffee table from Natuzzi and sheer drapes from Purple Patch Studio; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    Functionality at the core

    “The careful spatial planning optimises natural light, while monochromatic colour scheme, deliberate contrasts, strategic material selection and suspended dual throw track light system ensure a harmonious ambiance throughout,” explains the architect.

    An artistically carved panelled double shutter entrance door ushers one into the expansive living area on the fifteenth floor flanked by a staircase on the right and a pixelated multicolour mirror wall on the left doubling up as a backdrop. 

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    A visually intriguing elliptical cutout on the partition; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

     

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    The glossy finish artwork adds visual appeal. White clay brick cladding is from Articlad; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    The kitchen and dining area that sit behind the monolith staircase, occupy the remainder of this floor. A central foyer on the sixteenth floor leads to a media room on the right, while on the left is the master bedroom. Another bedroom and a pantry occupy the front area. The wrap-around balconies clad in off-white clay brick canvas encompass all the bedrooms. 

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    An outstanding dual toned textured marble flooring; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    Monochromes and layouts

    The 30ft long window offering a seamless inside out unobstructed view of the city skyline is unarguably the highlight. Equally eye-catching is the terracotta liquid concrete scooped wall surface with customised lights.

    The dining area meticulously planned in close proximity to the kitchen with pocket sliding doors ensures ease of circulation and simultaneously affords privacy. 

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    The bold pink bench ‘The Broken Series Pink Edition’ from GUFRAM is the pièce de résistance; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

     

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    A unified enclosed look defines the kitchen, designed by AND and executed by Morbiwalas Kitchens. Modular built-in refrigerators are from Siemens; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    The extensive use of solid wood with engineered 4mm thin solid wood sheets in varying textures and forms with non-hazardous application of water-based coating products instead of solid wood blocks promotes sustainability.

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    The storage unit with fluted shutters makes a style statement; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

     

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    The striking monolith Brazilian stone top dining table with chairs are from DEFURN Furniture; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    The master bedrooms on each floor come with a private lounging zone cleverly separated from the bed area and a bathroom connected through the closet section. The dual-tone textured and polished marble flooring renders the use of floor rugs redundant.

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    The customized dresser contrasts the monochromatic setting. Fluted wooden surfaces from Venzowood and paneled design shutters of customized wardrobes from Grandeur Interiors; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    “The entire process of material selection and organisation was based on positive and negative algorithms of spaces. Where the ash wood panelling, lime finish paint on curved moulded walls depicts positivity. On the other hand dark wood surfaces, stone floorings and high-reflective surfaces like mirrors and metal portray negativity of surfaces, colours, materials and contrast,” informs Naved. 

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    An array of wooden textures define this space. 270 degrees open-able shutter wardrobes by Grandeur Interiors and fluted white ash solid wood surfaces by Venzowood; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

    The matter of balance

    The see-through, carefully designed, common family lounge that doubles up as a media room, proves to be the perfect hub for leisurely family sit outs. 

    With form and function in pristine balance alongside free-flowing spaces touched up with contemporary hints, Naved sums up, “For this project, the idea of function refers to the right ergonomics, space proportions and the ease of flow for people, from one space to another.”

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    A minimalistic and monochromatic palette. Green glass basin from Antoniolupi, circular pedestal crafted from Sensi Signoria Labradorite floor tiles and green mosaic wall tiles from Flauti; Photograph by Shamanth Patil Photography

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