The living leads to a centrally-positioned dining and den drenched in natural light courtesy of the floor-to-ceiling French doors. A thoughtful reconfiguration of the original builder layout led to the conversion of the balcony into a charming coffee nook and den, while the introduction of booth-style dining amplified the apartment’s openness.
The den is marked by a terracotta brick tile feature, accented by a bottle green portal. On the opposite end is a birch ply and metal open-shelf storage unit inspired by Scandinavian design. A multi-coloured recycled silk carpet catches the light beautifully and complements the muted tones of the cabinet and curved sofa. Light fabrics, a view of a terrace shrouded in greenery, and comfortable furniture make the den the couple’s favourite spot in their home in Chennai.
Yash R. Jain
The kitchen, utility, en-suite bedrooms, and generously sized study branch out from the central dining pocket. Multi-functional in usage, the study accommodates excess storage, a custom-designed desk-cum-Puja, and a soft-pull-out nook when guests arrive.
Shreya addressed the challenges posed by the compact dimensions of the kitchen by eschewing bulky, closed storage in favour of open shelves and deploying a light olive green, oak, and white palette. Bathed in natural light, the kitchen has direct views of the private terrace and treetops.
