Earlier in 2005, KNS Architects designed this same space. At that time the client’s company was relatively new and had just ventured into the vertical of development and construction. The space was conceived as a very modern, bright, open office space, displaying competency, strength to deliver and timely completion of projects.
After 15 years, the same space was redefined to reflect the now established company and its work in different genres of development including luxurious residential properties and hospitality projects. It was designed to be like a luxurious residence, redefining the look of an office space which would emanate a feeling of home at work.
At the entrance, the double clear glass doors, framed with shimmering golden metal sheets, reflecting transparency and luxury at the same time. A dark brown, marble, Armani Bronze at the entrance, flowing into the reception and waiting, accentuated with wide brass inlays defining the transition from the lobby into the reception, with a complimenting fluid ceiling; this defines the sense of arrival.
The reception table is perceived as an organic fluid form complimenting the entrance ceiling, finished with copper finished PU coat, depicting luxury with a modern twist. The waiting is divided into two seatings, a nice console with a leafy brass finished chandelier adding to the desired glamour. The colours chosen are intentionally tones of peach to add to the softness and warmth to the area.
The tones are the shades of browns and mushroom to add to the warmth as well as to create an atmosphere of working. Moving further the passage opens up to a massive square, gives a feeling of courtyard with light filtering through the skylight in the ceiling. This space is kept very open, uncluttered, and key areas are complimented with art, artefacts and shimmering consoles. The courtyard leads to the various cabins for business development, a lounge, the director’s cabin and the chairman’s chamber.
The lounge has this elegant and cozy look with the walls finished in a shimmering peach wallpaper and the well curated white sofas to bring in the attentiveness as well as serving as a comfortable resting spot.
The chairman’s cabin is close to 2,000 sq ft, the feeling of being in the sky, massive glazing on two sides reflecting the skyline of the city. The zones are defined and none of them intermingle or interfere with the other. Primarily the four zones, a formal main table, a lounge, a private conference room and a tucked away dining area.