SIMPLICITY
INTERIOR DESIGN - A COLLABORATIVE WORK WITH ABOLI RITHE
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MARKET SURVEY
The process started with material survey in various markets such as Laxmi Industrial Estate, Raghuvanshi Mills, Santacruz Market, Jogeshwari Market, Byculla Market, Mangaldas Market, Lohar Chawl, etc to understand the available sizes, rates, types, process of making, production house, transport rates, labour rates, etc. This was an getting overall idea about the materials in the market and also specific to the design.
DESIGN CONCERN
Residential - One Room Kitchen Apartment
The site is located in Khar and the carpet area is 250 sq ft and the interior is to be designed for a couple with adequate storage and provisions for water purifiers, shoe rack, kitchen sinks, etc.
Area: 250 Sq. Ft
Budget: Rs. 3500-4500/- per Sq. Ft
Family Profile: A couple
Kitchen including overhead and under counter storage.
Provision for water purifiers, matka, dustbins, washing machine, kitchen sink, etc
Living room furniture and provision for sleeping, TV unit,shoe rack, wardrobe
CONCEPTS
IDEA OF HOME
Organic and natural materials like wood, stone, paper, cotton, rattan
Neutral colour like beige
Decor like teapots, books, vases
Uncluttered spaces & use of natural light
Crisp whites with layered blue tones
Jute textures and lot of stripes
Linen upholstery
Light oak finishes
Rattan furniture
White with ocean and sky hues for colour palette
PROPOSED DESIGN
DESIGN STRATEGIES
Working with the idea of minimalism, simplicity, use of natural materials and light which helps to keep the space functional and elegant.
Provision of storage space wherever possible
Demolishing the wall between living room and kitchen
Terrace as a dining and bar space
A single unit storage for wardrobe and kitchen cabinets
The electrical layout becomes an important part while making a false ceiling in order to locate points depending on the type of lighting provided in each space to improve its efficiency. The lighting enhances the space and each space has different lux levels depending on the task. The lights used are recessed ceiling lights, profile lights, cove lights, floor and corner lamps and hanging lights.
The living room becomes an entry point to the house. And is a most used space in one room kitchen apartments. MDF panelling with tinted lime plaster finished walls, covers and vertical depressions are created to elevate the space further.
1. The TV unit with an oak finish goes well with the theme, with a jute lamp while the Corian top binds all together.
2. White coloured sofa cum bed is provided with a floor lamp making it a cozy space for reading along with the fabrics of blue hues which breaks the subtleness of the space.
3. Sliding door wardrobe is provided to save space and shutters are made of jute fabric making it look rustic.
The flooring used in the entire house is vitrified tiles which are easy to maintain.
The kitchen is the most frequently used space. It has to be efficient for all. Light beige color laminate and oak laminates makes the kitchen look much bigger.
Besides sink, there is a point for R.O below which matka can be placed. Inbuilt storage for microwave and oven is made beside a glass tall unit to showcase the crockery.
Quartz stone is used as a countertop. The Hettich tandem drawers and organizers are used.
Storage for daily utilities is provided right above the washing machine over the ledge for laundry so that the used clothes of 2-3 days can be kept and the house doesn’t stink.
As to add a few coastal colours. Light blue colour subway ceramic tiles are used as a dado. Counter top wash basin is provided with a ledge below.
Hanging lamp and a mirror with LED light is provided to elevate the space.
A similar concept as the bathroom goes for the powder room where light sea green tiles are used. A small storage with rattan shutter is provided to keep accessories and a ledge below the counter. For both the flooring used is white terrazzo tiles.
Bar unit is provided for small family gatherings.
To make the wall behind look rustic, the texture is achieved by the lime plaster.
WPC flooring is provided all over the terrace.
Planters and corner lamps are provided to make the space look more experiencing.
ESTIMATION OF THE PROJECT
The estimate includes:
Civil
Demolition and construction
Counters
Flooring and Dado
Skirting
Plaster
Carpentry
Panelling
Enclosed storages
Door and window frames
Pelmets
Glass partition and mirrors
Ceiling
Gypsum ceiling for interior
Armstrong ceiling for bathrooms
Wooden ceiling for terrace
Painting
Wall paints
Ceiling paints
Exclusions:
HVAC
White goods - Split units, Electronic Appliances, Switch plates, Sockets, Light fixtures, Sanitary fixtures and fittings, etc.
Loose furniture - Sofa, Poufy, Centre table, Bar stools, Lamps, Artwork
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