The architect duo is synonymous with their contextual creations
“Creativity is intelligence having fun,” said Albert Einstein.
The expectation from creative people, be it architects, interior designers, graphic designers or even artists, is to reinterpret the world in new and novel ways — revealing glimpses into alternative realities, potential scenerios made possible though innovative ways of seeing and understanding the world.
While utilitarian requirements have remained unchanged, the possibilities of creative misinterpretations have increased manifold, due to leaps in construction methods, availability of materials and clients opening up to and experimentation.
Instances below illustrate a few examples in which we, have relooked at traditional programmes and interpreted them in fresh avatars, be it formal, material or conceptual.
This story is from the December 2018 edition of GoodHomes.
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Grounded by simplicity
A delicate palette with striking details and surface applications punctuates the design of Pragati Negi and Karan Shandilya's home
Coming back to life
Sonia Gehlot Ankhad mindfully revives the innate charm of a heritage South Mumbai home to update and bring it back to its former glory
CALM AND COMPOSED
Home to a family of five, Romit Savla designs this residence with expressive shades of ivory and a high-on-function layout
An artistic symphony
Welcome to a world where art transcends, muted colours converse and dramatic scales experiment
Where Art Meets Expression
Ajay Patil of Prime Facie transforms this 4,500sqft house in Raipur, Madhya Pradesh, into a soulful canvas that resonates with the passion of its owner
ARTFUL RHYTHMS
Nimisha and Abhishek Pathak's Mumbai home, designed by the former, is expressive, soulful and tastefully captures the house-proud couple's warm and spirited personalities
Where nostalgia lives
Home to a joint family, Priya Lakhotia Parikh marries the romance and artistry of traditional Indian design with the cool elegance of modern nuances to create a plan that works for all
Bonds and blooms
Studio Osmosis designs this three-bedroom South Mumbai apartment with a seamless blend of sophistication, familial connection and contemporary style
Inspiring by nature
Meticulously styled, the drama unfolds in this gorgeous South Mumbai home designed by Disha Bhavsar and Shivani Ajmera
European Dreams
Kirti Dodeja designs a four-bedroom holiday home in Goa that blends the sophistication of European lifestyle with a tranquil allure