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by UditaChaturvedi
Photography:
Courtesy Square Consultancy Services
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Square Consultancy
Services’ show flat for a residential apartment building in Kolkata addresses the
limitations of standard architectural design and detailing, basic finishes and existing
electrical points through a monochromatic theme and minimum-furniture approach.
The monochromatic
black-and-white interior design scheme is a uniting factor in this show flat, where
the architects incorporate a vast array of contrasting surfaces, textures and
patterns to highlight how a discerning aesthetic approach can turn a simple
home into a stylish abode. The monochrome theme,
dealt with as a classical modern idiom, accentuates the furniture n the common
spaces and lets the different fabrics, patterns and throw pillows take centre
stage.
As one moves from the public areas to the
private, the thematic is offset by one-dimensional colour palettes in a style
that is urban and chic. While an occasional pop of colours (golden, pink and
teal) in the bedrooms add a sense of energy, the walls — that are painted in a
hue hand-picked from the predominant colour palette of the room — provide suppleness
and composure to the interiors.
Meanwhile, furniture has been restricted
to a minimum in the flat. However, attention has been paid to its purpose,
practicality and design. Classical and modern designs have been amalgamated to
produce the perfect modern-classic furniture pieces with simple or no carvings
and minimum embellishments. This creates a very European ambience through the
retro-style furniture that adorns the flat. Enhancing elegance and
complimenting this style of furniture are single large pieces of decorative
items like tall flower vases, table/floor lamps or even a collage of wall
paintings — all in the same tonal accents as the room.
Colour is actually the main ingredient,
when it comes to the classical modernism approach towards furniture. And the
different one-dimensional colour palettes of brown and beige blend easily and
naturally with the underlying monochromatic theme of the show flat, enlivening
the space, making it appear chic and lived-in at the same time.
Great and impressive article!!
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