A compact office space establishes its identity with its unique design features and quotient. The client needed an office which shall comprise of three cabins and a reception. The communication of the architects with client gave them the hint of his inclination towards environment that rose above ephemeral trends.
This was the main thread that made the architects weave a beautiful design fabric comprising of natural materials, craftsmanship and involving local artisans to make almost everything needed for the site.
The office on a ‘square-ish’ floor plate begins with a smart lobby space. The reception table sits on a raised platform finished in wood and stone. The perforated metal sheet light fitting enhances the atmosphere further. The dual tone of flooring adds to the character to the reception area. The rustic iron texture paint in the entrance lobby creates a beautiful backdrop to the space.
The cabin which is positioned straight from the waiting area, beholds an ‘Angular Table’. The design character is further enhanced by use of metal and wood in the details.
The light fitting which also is a strong element of design in a flying bird shape is named as ‘eagle lamp’ by the architects. The walls are treated clean and the ceiling is kept simple.
The other cabin has a table and runner designed in layered format. This also is in combination of woody tones and MS pipes and sheets. The light fitting designed for this cabin is In copper with perforated circular sheet and a cylindrical frosted glass holding the light source below.
The third cabin that is behind the reception areas has a compact table featuring it as a “Tenzai Desk. The folded metal sheet light fitting adds an Intriguing element to this cabin. The walls are treated in texture paint that continue In the calling as well. The office maintains a visionary transparency with use of a large glass partition. Each cabin has its own characteristic with customized table design detail and a particular light fitting in specific metal.
The architects have achieved a ‘Zen balance and a “Timeless space’ in form of design and the crafted furniture pieces.
prominent’ in front of a graphic glass
backdrop.
over a geometric jigsaw.
- The rust texture wall embracing the glass of flooring teamed with the leaner elements.
- The ‘confluence of metal and wood resulting in a furniture art piece
- The brass light fitting in folded plate encapsulating the warmth.
- The customised ‘Eagle Lamp’ in wood and MS radiates the gliding light around.
Name of the Architects: Ar. Bhadri Suthar & Ar. Snehal Suthar
Firm Name: The Grid Architects
Email: snehalbhadri@gmail.com
Project Name: The Metal Box Office, Ahmedabad.
Carpet Area: 900 sq ft
