A MODERN TALE OF TOGETHERNESS

Through continuous veneer panelling and thoughtful spatial planning, A&K Design Studio orchestrates a sophisticated haven for three generations that unfolds like a well-crafted story

- Kashish Kaushal

Remember the time when Indian families lived together in sprawling havelis—corridors made of marble and wooden archways witnessed generations growing together, all under one roof? In a luxurious Mumbai high-rise, A&K Design Studio has recreated this timeless feeling of nostalgia in a contemporary avatar. Their 5,000 sq ft creation proves that joint family living can be beautifully composed even within modern apartments. “The client wanted a home that has private sanctuaries for each member—grandparents, parents, and two young children—while cultivating communal spaces that nurture meaningful family interactions,” reveal co-founders and interior designers Aarti Somani and Kruti Sheth.

Our ancestors believed that private spaces and shared moments can coexist in perfect harmony. A&K Design Studio celebrated this vision through a thoughtful design language as they crafted distinct sanctuaries for the family, while making sure the communal areas become the podium for daily family shenanigans. “We tailor make projects to the clients’ requirements married with our aesthetic sensibilities. This large apartment needed an amalgamation of various features to incorporate different age groups while at the same time making it feel like an entire single unit. We managed to bring in the harmony very well as we usually do for our spaces,” further elaborates Aarti.