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From the editor “This world is but a canvas to our imagination,” says Henry David Thoreau, the 19th century American author and poet. Imagination is the core to creativity and knowledge. History has been witnessed examples of creative imagination which has evolved new ideas, new directions and new trends. Whether it was Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, Newton's discovery of law of gravitation or William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet; be it architectural marvel of the Taj Mahal or first aeroplane by Wright brothers; all were products of creative imagination. In the issue we have come up with some wonderful projects of some imaginative architects and interior designers.

We also bring you the excerpts from the warming conversation with Dr. Dipankar Roy, Global President and CEO of International Art Acts and The Authors Club Worldwide, who pours his heart out in a face to face conversation with GLITZ.

THOSE WE LOVE NEVER GO AWAY, THEY WALK BESIDE US EVERYDAY; UNSEEN, UNHEARD, BUT ALWAYS NEAR, STILL LOVED, STILL MISSED, AND VERY DEAR !”

A playful residential dwelling located at Padra, Vadodara, has been designed by Manoj Patel Design Studio based on factors like, climate and social surrounding context, that breaks down the scale while offering a variation of massing cubes as a new neighbourhood.

Ar. Stephen Coates redesigned his Edwardian Villa and annexe in a conservation area in the centre of Kingston upon Thames, London, both has been rebuilt to be highly flexible and low-energy in order to respond to changing needs for a workfrom-home professional couple, their grown up children and extended family and their respective future needs.

Creative Head Monica Chawla at Essentia Environments designed this bungalow in Gurgaon around open-to-sky gardens, landscaped courtyards and engrossed green bodies that provide not just a good view out of each window, but also offer complete privacy from an otherwise busy neighbourhood.

Interior designer Chirag Mehta at 9 Degree Design Studio designed a modern classical themed spell-binding humble abode in Ahmedabad inspired by European and Roman look.

Ar. Anil Anant Mundle, well regarded for elevating spaces he designs, has created a magical space at Paliwal House in Bilaspur in his signature style, combining classic and modern influences with practical edge. The house is a mix of contemporary and Indian fusion décor style.

A 200 years old Hanuman Temple also known as 'Gol Mandir' situated in the heart of Kolkata has been brilliantly redesigned by Ar. Sunil Maniramka of Maniramka & Associates and reconstructed without disturbing the existing functioning of the temple with the ground-breaking design approach.

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Editorial Advisors Soumyendu Shankar Ray Soumyendu Shankar Ray has applied the design approaches he has taught for three decades, extensively in his practice adventurous juxtaposition of the conventional and the cutting edge, and the conservative and the avantgarde. His work is striking in the exciting departures within disciplined geometries, and radical reinterpretations of the traditional aesthetic in contemporary materials. As former Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, and now the Director of the School of Architecture and Planning, KIIT University, he has consistently championed the contextualization of the architecture curriculum. Prof. Ray studied Architecture at Sir J.J. College of Architecture, Mumbai and IIT Roorkie and founded Vastukar, in 1985. Vastukar is now one of the largest and most respected firm for Architecture, Planning and Urban Design.

Ramprasad Akkisetti Ramprasad Akkisetti is the Founder and Managing Director of Christopher Charles Benninger Architects established in 1994 at Pune. He has been in the creative space for the past two decades, leading one of India's premier architectural firms and promoting South Asia's cultural milieu. As a Managing Director he has taken the small firm to Brand CCBA that stands today as an inspiration for young architecture practices that are seeking inspiration and creative innovation in the Sub Continent. He energized the art and architectural scene in Pune, when he created the India House Art Gallery that became a centre of lectures, exhibitions and book releases for India's primer architects and artists.

Charanjit Singh Shah Charanjit Singh Shah is an architect, planner & infrastructure expert with 5 decades of practice. He is an author, scholar, educationist, teacher, art & architecture critic practicing in creating sustainable green architecture. Prof Charanjit Singh Shah is the Founding Principal of Creative Group, Chairman of Smart Habitat Foundation and a Senior Advisor to Assochem GEM.

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Debatosh Sahu Debatosh Sahu graduated in Architecture from the then BE College, Shibpur, West Bengal & did Masters in Urban Design from the Jadavpur University in the year 1989. Started the career working for the market driven architecture and slowly and steadily moved towards working for market driving architecture which is environment responsive and is built upon low carbon footprint. Ar. Debatosh Sahu is one of the Founder Partner and Principal Architect of “Espace” started at Kolkata in 1994. Under his guidance, Espace is now one of the leading architectural firms of the country. He is a Council Member of IIA, Chairman Assochem GEM, West Bengal Chapter and the past Chairman of ACGSA, ARCASIA Committee for Green & Sustainable Architecture.

Samiran Banik Samiran Banik, has studied architecture from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, but completed his graduation from The Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (R.I.A.I). A visionary architect, he formulated the artistic architecture of participative design and believes in architecture that has the power in transforming lives and transgressing boundaries. A distinguished interior architect, planner, interior & landscape designer, institution builder and a writer he considers art and architecture timeless. He is an official observer for the Art Biennale, appointed by the European Art Society, London for Global Visual Art Display.

Ramesh Chandra Swain Ramesh Chandra Swain graduated in Architecture from VNIT Nagpur in the year 1979. He is the founder and Principal Architect of Creative Architects Combine PVT. LTD.., one of the leading Architectural Firm based in Bhubaneswar. The firm was established in the year 1980 with a mission to improve the built environment and its area of operation by using appropriate technology. Since then he has been contributing immensely in the field of Architecture for the last 4 decades. He has contributed with some Architectural marvels like the Fortune Tower, BDA Office, Group Housing for SBI, Arcon Retreat, Falcon Residency, Office Building for GBC etc...

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Textured House highlights the play of shadow and colors, Vadodara, Gujarat A playful residential dwelling that breaks down the scale while offering a variation of massing cubes as a new neighbourhood...

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Knight's Park Kingston upon Thames, London Edwardian Villa and annexe in a conservation area in the centre of Kingston upon Thames, London...

Vibrant & Vivacious minimal and sparsely decorated home, Gurgaon The bungalow is planned around open-to-sky gardens, landscaped courtyards and ingressed green bodies ...

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The Brick House, Ahmedabad The house is a perfect blend of modern, classical, and contemporary. The inhabitants not only get nature's positive vibe but...

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Paliwal House

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...a riot of colour palettes, Bilaspur A statue of Buddha has been installed amidst the green patch surrounded by water giving away a more serene look to that of the entrance...

GOL MANDIR, Kolkata A 200 years old Hanuman Temple also known as 'Gol Mandir' owing to its circular shape has a lot of religious importance...

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International Art Acts has touched more than 16,000 people around the world promoting peace through creative interaction online.

The Last Poem, reinstates romance in an increasingly materialistic world and reminds us to celebrate the joy of life through poetry and music. We wish to rejuvenate relationships with Tagore's philosophy.

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n a face to face conversation with The Neptune GLITZ, Dr. Dipankar Roy, the President and CEO of International Art Acts and Authors Club Worldwide, pours his heart out.

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How would you describe your journey with art in the past twenty years which eventually led you to found International Art Acts?

When I began my career as an artist in 2001, under my mentor Manjit Bawa, I witnessed how art touched people's hearts. In 2004, we had a massive Indo-American art exhibition of close to sixty-five and eighty American and Indian artists, respectively, in my first foray in art.

We marched together in a travelling art expo called Multiple Encounters, which was sponsored by the American government and the then-Culture Ministry of India. During my Delhi exhibit in December 2004, which was inaugurated by our then-ambassador of India and my mentor, late LM Singhvi, I received a call from the Red Cross to head the team and provide assistance to the tsunami victims of Sumatra-Andaman. My life changed drastically over the next few years. I had to adopt over 50 orphaned girl children as a result of the tsunami.

I'm so grateful to all those who supported my art and came together to build the lives of the orphans in Andaman and I'm glad it has grown to such a degree. What began with a small group of twenty-eight girl children, today it is close to a hundred girl children who are on their way to having their lives touched by my support of art activities. That is how my art has taken the shape of a service to mankind. The pandemic induced such emotional strain that I felt compelled to bear the message of art after the lockdown in 2020. COVID-19 took a toll on us not only physically, but also financially and socially. All around the world, countries were crumbling.

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completely equipped to create their future with their own hands.

If you had to choose a motto for your organisation, what would it be?

When you put humanity ahead of yourself, you will leave your own fo o t p r i nt s t h at w i l l o u t l i ve generations to come.

How is IAA contributing to the welfare of breast cancer victims across the world?

t h ro w i n g n u m e ro u s a r t i s t i c institutions into distress and immediate financial loss. I wanted to use technology to remind people that the world is still alive. Our goal is to reach out to every corner of the world to help connect people with the art that lives not only at the end of their paintbrushes, but also in their souls.

Does art play a role in dealing with differences and handling conflicts peacefully?

Art brings people together. The reason why artists from different corners of the world have come together is because art has the power to build communities and bridge cultural and racial divides. Art contributes to the world speaking a common language and help form bonds that transcend differences.

How is IAA contributing to the betterment of the youth?

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and African countries to provide them with a positive state of mind so that they can look forward to a new future. In 2021, we expect to deliver a fully self-sustaining youth squad of International Art Acts. We are attempting to develop a new era of education for youths that will l e a d t h e m d i re c t l y to s e l f sufficiency, so that they are

We extended support to National Breast Cancer Foundation, Dallas, TX, USA to raise more than 2 million USD for breast cancer victims worldwide. We declared an open call to all artists, sculptors and painters of the world through our brand ambassadors, Devoleena Bhattacharjee, Gloria Keh, Laorens Rupil, Catherine Marie Colon and many more. Every artist sends a picture of their artworks via e-mail.

The deadline for submissions is April 13. These artworks will be auctioned off digitally, with the proceeds going

to the NBCF, in the presence of all participating artists, IAA members, beneficiary foundation and buyers.

After the auction, the artist will be notified of the bidder, the sale proceeds, and will be given a certificate of authenticity. Our logistics staff will pick up the artwork from the artist and deliver it to the buyer. Each artist will receive a copy of the international catalogue as well as a donation certificate.

What are the efforts made by IAA to help artists who have been negatively affected by the pandemic?

We were all unprepared and unable to foresee how the monstrous virus would affect us not just physically, but also mentally and financially.

We began to communicate with artists from all over the world in order to extend financial support and provide them with the bare necessities for running their households, while also speaking with various art curators around the world. Fortunately, by the end of 2020, we were able to offer financial aid to many artists who have been enduring increasingly stressful lives due to the lack of exhibitions. Many attempts are being made now to introduce their artworks at virtual interactive exhibits. There are constant interactions with curators and artists and IAA does not take any commission or service charge in exchange for the sale proceeds. We request artists, in return, to carry the message of universal peace through their artwork, when we have seen a desperate attempt to disrupt the world's social order in the last year. Our mission is to pursue the message of world peace in order to reach people's hearts.

What are the upcoming projects that you're working on?

There are two developments on the horizon. One is the breast cancer campaign, which helps victims of the disease all over the world. We have received over 600 outputs so f a r, w h i c h w e g r e a t l y appreciate. Artists from all around the globe are coming together. There are senior artists who are getting a massive international recognition and I'm sure that will draw the attention of the world's art curators. The second is an animated Hollywood production which is an a d a ptat i o n o f R a b i n d ra n at h Tagore's novel, The Last Poem. We are going to utilise 500 artists who are specialists of watercolour and

preservation of the indigenous arts and culture in the Philippines.

What is it about The Last Poem that appealed to you ?

The Last Poem, reinstates romance in an increasingly materialistic world and reminds us to celebrate the joy of life through poetry and music. We wish to rejuvenate relationships with Tagore's philosophy.

Roy Espinosa President International Art Acts - Philippines

wash but have been negatively affected because of the advent of digital painting. The creative decisions will be co-headed by Roy Espinosa, a master artist from Philippines. He is a visual artist and a cultural and art advocate. He is also the founding president of The Filipinas Institute for the advancement of Arts and Culture.

Inc., a non-profit cultural institution that advances the rights and welfare of the Filipino artists as well as the

What is the universal impact which you feel Tagore has made on you as an artist?

Tagore is an institution in his own right. We were fortunate to have him in our lives as we grew up, whether it was through his music, prose, or poetry. As an artist, his works have had a profound impact on me. Tagore is an artist in every sense of the word, in terms of both artistic and universal ideals. Through his works, we want his values to permeate every part of our lives.

- Adrija Kundu Courtesy: Dr. Dipankar Roy Global Chairman & President of International Art Acts

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Project

Textured House highlights the play of shadow and colors Va d o d a r a , G u j a r a t

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playful residential dwelling that breaks d ow n t h e s ca l e while offering a variation of massing cubes as a new neighbourhood. The designed dwelling is located in Padra, district of Vadodara, based on factors like, climate and social surrounding context. Creating recessed profiles, gave rise to a large surface treatment area at the central corner junction of the dwelling, along with large terrace gardens at various levels. This brings natural daylight and air through windows within the built form to its advantage.

Design and orientation of openings of the cubic house aims to incorporate the client's wish for large amount of square meters with amalgamation of urban life in the neighborhood. The configuration of cubes reflects the symmetry of boxes with human scale that adapt to a varied and dense small scale surroundings.

For architects climate plays an important role in planning and designing their projects. Talking about the corner junction on the South – West façade of the house, an opportunity evolved, to create a large surface area of cladding, due to the openings planned in peripheral series. Aim to identity a different way to clay vernacular material – clay roof tiles, gave 25 T THE NEPTUNE GLITZ T April 2021

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rise to a module, which is low cost and has long life span. Various combinations and patterns were explored that developed a dramatic experience of numerous shadow movements throughout the day according to sun's movement in Indian context.

Pattern depicts, intricate strips carved out from flat clay roof tiles of different sizes. These pieces are all glued together to create one module each. Initially after one module getting ready, through artisanship, a study of shadow patterns were carried out in the studio as part of research to understand the large shadow scale to be obtained. Beauty of the module generates number of shadows through the profile and enhances the artwork. which and where has always reflected in his academic portfolio.

Manoj Patel Principal Architect, Manoj Patel Design Studio Nestled in Vadodara, Gujarat, Architect Manoj Patel is a degree holder in architecture, graduated from D.C Patel School of Architecture (A.P.I.E.D), Vallabh- Vidhyanagar, Gujarat, in 2012. He has also pursued a post graduation hold in Climate Change and Sustainable Development in 2014 from CEPT University, Ahmedabad, a reputed varsity of the republic.

He has always been keen about climate responsive architecture,

Later, in 2015, he established his own firm 'MANOJ PATEL DESIGN STUDIO' which majorly focuses on sustainable building designs and restyling of the space with contemporary elucidation for design through exploration of waste and recyclable materials in built form which turns out to be a visual glee for citizens at large.

The very projects tendered by him are honored and awarded for various acknowledgments of PAN INDIA, specifically; For, Young Practice of the year - IIID 2016 (Zonal and National) and Commercial workspace small - IIID (Zonal). He is also nationally honored with LEXUS DESIGN AWARD INDIA 2017 - For clay roof tiles product along with International recognition of INHABITAT. 27 T THE NEPTUNE GLITZ T April 2021

West façade has the main entrance and is covered by projecting double height terrace garden. Activities are segregated on various levels – semi – private spaces like living area, master bedroom of grandparents, dining connected with kitchen on ground floor while more private spaces on upper floors like kid's room and master bedroom. The central focus of the dwelling is the double height dining linked with open well staircase and railings. This feature sets direct connection through all floors inside the house, yet creates a buffer for the space.

On entering, one is welcomed by the delicate wall mural crafted from miniature pieces of clay roof tiles. Adjacent to it, is the main door with a huge circular handle 28 T THE NEPTUNE GLITZ T April 2021

designed in way to merge the door and surrounding elements as art. Walking further into the living room, no visual barrier theme gives a glimpse into the main areas of the house, setting the space to be large. Continuing with the bold pattern formations from the exterior facades, the interior flooring also highlights a touch of contrasting palette of tiles arranged in patterns and balancing furniture.

The kitchen is sleek with dark counter top box massing out, yellow storage over head and plain white storage surrounding it. The flooring continues in checkered theme of monotonous shade.

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FACT FILE:

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Project Type Location Architect Design Team

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Site Area Built up Completion Year Photographs

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Private House Vadodara, Gujarat Manoj Patel Design Studio Ar. Manoj Patel, Aishwarya Gupte, Sonu, Purna, Darshan 1000 Sq.ft. - 92 sqmt 2100 Sq.ft. - 195 sqmt 2020 Umang shah

To uplift the large connectivity feel for the living room, corner has continuous shaped sofas, light weight designed pair center tables with checkered flooring. On viewing from any corner of the space, new surprising theme of frames are generated due to the color orientation on some walls. A feel of bold and vibrant ambience gets poped up.

Courtesy: Manoj Patel Design Studio

e-mail: manojpatelstudio@gmail.com

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Knight's Park

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dwardian Villa and annexe in a conservation area in the centre of Kingston upon Thames, London, within walking distance of the ancient Market Place, river and parks meant much less reliance on a car or public transport. Both are rebuilt to be highly flexible and low-energy in order to respond to changing needs for a work-from-home professional couple, their grown up children and extended family and their respective future needs.

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Two properties on a single plot set in a conservation area in Kingston upon Thames, London. Double fronted detached villa was rebuilt with replacement period details behind retained Edwardian façade.

Contemporar y living space built to the rear conceived as part of the courtyard garden with walls extending from the living space into the garden and connecting with the annexe.

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The Villa offered very high ceilings, and the ability to create the largest lateral living space, with the courtyard garden and k i tc h e n - l i v i n g ro o m conceived as a single space at the heart of this home. All windows in the v i l l a re p l a c e d w i t h double glazed timber framed sash and case, insulation added to all floors, ceilings and roof.

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Flexibilty was essential and various sliding walls and hidden beds enable the properties to be transformed to 5-6 bedrooms if required. Otherwise, only 2 rooms have permanent beds with the whole of the 1st floor of the Villa reconfigured as a Master Suite so the house works for the couple alone, without it feeling empty.

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Stephen Coates Stephen Coates earned his Bachelor of Architecture (Hons) from University of Edinburgh (UK) in 1984, is a Chartered Member of RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) since 1996 and Associate Member of SIA (Singapore Institute of Architects) since 2009.

Ar. Stephen Coates was appointed as the Youngest Director at EPR Architects Ltd, London (UK) in 1996 before leaving for Asia. He later joined Aedas (Architects) as Executive Director, Design Director and Founding Director in Hong Kong.

In the year 2004, he joined aCTaasia architects, Singapore as Principal and Design Director; and was responsible 38 T THE NEPTUNE GLITZ T April 2021

for winning and designing projects across Hong Kong, China, Singapore and India. He is probably the busiest foreign architect working in India over past 15 years overseeing the design of over 500 acres of master planning / 5 million square metres development; 100 acres-built development; 400,000m2 residential development.

Stephen lead consultancy teams through design and delivery process for building of 4,000+ apartments providing 500,000m2 of accommodation. Projects built include are mostly in Kolkata, in particular: Urbana, Kolkata: - 66 acres; 400,000m2; 2,000 apartments. Winner of numerous architectural competitions and awards, experienced in all aspects of commercial design- residential, office, retail, hotel and master planning large scale developments, he master planned a 20km2 master plan for a new city in China and lead design teams for tall and super tall buildings and complex multifunction developments.

Currently Stephen Coates is associated with Capilon Limited, London.

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Annexere-built using prefabricated SIP panels in a week and clad in Siberian Larch.

Solar Panels on the annexe roof supply all the projected needs of both properties during daylight hours for 9 months of the year.

High quality fixtures and fittings used throughout the Villa offset with lower cost fixtures and fittings in the annexe.

The flexibility has proven its worth during 2020 with both owners working from, and their daughter living in the annexe.

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Vibrant & Vivacious minimal and sparsely decorated home Gurgaon

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his four-floor bungalow in Gurgaon is home for a petite family of four. Built on a plot of 700 yards, its 12,000 sqft space is spread over the four floors.

The bungalow is planned around open-to-sky gardens, landscaped courtyards and ingressed

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green bodies that provide not just a good view out of each window, but also offer complete privacy from an otherwise busy neighborhood.

There are five bedrooms in all with family lounges and guest lounges on all floors, and a majestic atrium and a broad stairwell that connects all the floors.

The living areas and lounges, are furnished with lavish sofas, loungers and armchairs to offer luxurious seating. Elaborate paneling on the walls adds richness and textures to the environment. The background also follows the Essentia philosophy of neutral palette made interesting by infusing rich textures, wonderful tonal variations and diverse geometric forms. Art works are placed in strategic places to make a bold a statement.

“This house is also a very functional, minimal and sparsely decorated home. Most importantly, it caters to the every need of its inhabitants,” says Monica Chawla, Creative Head – Architecture and Interiors.

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The vertical volumes of the atrium and stairwell are beautifully balanced with the horizontal expanses. Large, sculptural lights add bold features to the vertical spaces. The way the scale and size are managed leads to many surprising moments.

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The dining room has stone inlaid flooring in an interesting pattern. The glass table, the sculptural chairs with rivets, further add a sense of exclusiveness. The adjacent bar room is executed in luxurious white stone with gold finish metal inlay.

FACT FILE: Project Type Location Design Firm Creative Head Plot area Built up area

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Residential Bungalow Gurgaon Essentia Environments Monica Chawla 700 yards 12,000 sqft.

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The bedrooms are sanctuaries of comfort and luxury with fully padded beds and headboards, spacious walk-in closets. They are done up elegantly in a minimal style.

Monica Chawla Creative Director, Essentia Environments

Monica Chawla has been the creative genius behind some of the most spectacular celebrity homes in the country. Her innate design sensibilities backed by sheer talent brings any space alive! She skillfully orchestrates her sense of style into various elements of design in all her projects, creating an environment that is reflective of sophistication yet vibrant persona. Though her designs are all about creating spaces that are magnificent, extravagant and unapologetically opulent yet they never lose sense of the purpose they are meant to serve. She fervently believes that space planning is an integral and the most 46 T THE NEPTUNE GLITZ T April 2021

important part of the interior designing and that is why it deserves the most attention. She believes in the contemporary design sense and her skill in creativity stems from the way she combines classic richness with modern practicality Her international experience and exposure as well as her deep appreciation for the exquisite design heritage of her native India have given her pioneer status in an exciting design revolution in which both east and west visibly seek inspiration from each other. Her unique style has been brought to the attention of an elite clientele within India as well as attracting curiosity from other designers and patrons elsewhere in the world.

With free standing bathtubs and mirrors, island wash basin counters, the expansive bathrooms present bold layouts. The luxurious stones on the walls and the floor create a rich and exclusive space.

What further elevates her work from that of her contemporaries is her hands on approach to each element in the space no matter how big or small. “I consider details more important than broad strokes. Nothing works without details” says Monica. Her work is not confined to fixed interiors alone but has everything from vases to candle stands to chandeliers to sofas, cushions, accessories, art and décor.

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The kitchen is also an expansive space with a lot of counter space and well-planned storage and a pantry.

The terrace garden is landscaped to offer peace and calm with some potted plants and an interesting Buddha sculpture. It is a great place fo r a q u i e t e v e n i n g o r fo r entertaining.

While the interior design plan follows a minimal approach, what makes the home brim with vibrancy and interest are the superior materials used and the perfect forms they are shaped into. The interiors come alive with rich stones and marbles, luxurious carpets, velvet and suede furnishings, sculptural lights, and other materials like wood, metal, glass. The customcreated artworks add character, colour and a bit of quirkiness to the environment.

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The choice of bold sculptural lights from Moooi and Flos are the other highlight of the project. And the way greenery is used inside and outside the house not only adds freshness to the space, but also works as natural screens. “The owners never need to draw their curtains.

The vertical gardens set up strategically offer all the privacy needed,” says Monica.

Courtesy: Essentia Environments

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Project

The Brick House Ahmedabad

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ocated in Ahmedabad and spanning across an area of 6059 sq.ft, this sumptuous, modern, classical and luxurious abode has 3 spacious and deluxe bedrooms, a breathtaking

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lavish porch, a spectacular living room, a gem of a dining area with a serene pooja space, a chic kitchen, a home theatre, a gym space, and a lounge opening to an absolutely stunning balcony.

An awe-inspiring architecture comprising of exposed brickwork and cast-iron railings brings out the chic European concept. As we enter the main gate, a vast and vivid porch greets us. The impeccable Dhrangadhra stonework and the marvellous lighting, the massive lawn, the rustic outdoor seating, the beautiful statues, and the fairy lights are making this abode full of warmth and comfort.

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The entrance to this home is stunningly grand and opulent in demeanour. While the marble flooring and the plush chandelier ooze of luxury, the contrasts of plants and sophisticated lights have retained the overall earthiness and warmth.

The enormous living area will definitely take your breath away!

Keeping the colour palette to neutral shades of brown and beige and adding the black furniture has brought out an allure in the living area.

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The colour palette in the magnificent dining a re a i s a m i x o f d i ffe re nt h u e s o f neutral brown. The overall earthy theme of the dining area has been highlighted by t h e b e i ge m a r b l e flooring and the avantgarde false ceiling. The mirror on the accent wall and the vibrant chandeliers are a bonus glamour added to space.

The glow from the Onyx marble panel seems like a blessing straight from the Gods at Pooja space.

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FACT FILE: The bewildering upside-down concept of the family lounge is to look forward to! From the radiant tiles to the grass and wooden rafters in the false ceiling, the family lounge is really striking. The combination of soft furnishing, soft blue cushions, captivating lights, and the gorgeous view is absolutely prepossessing.

The personal gym makes it every bit of upper-crust.

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Project Name Location Design Firm Interior Designer Size Year of Completion Photo Credit -

Asha Bunglaw - The Brick House Ahmedabad 9 Degree Design Studio Chirag Mehta 6059 sq feet March 2020 Tathya Macwan (Mac Studio)

We had to design a house for a fun-loving family of 4 membersparents and 2 kids. They each had their unique ideas and wanted an overall modern classical design inspired by European and Roman look. We had an ideal space to use our creativity to the best possible means. We adhered to this and came up with a selection of top-class interior designs for this luxurious abode."

Chirag Mehta Founder & Interior Designer, 9 Degree Design Studio

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From the hardwood flooring to the metallic falseceiling, this master bedroom is unapologetically glamorous. The elements are coiffed to strike a perfect balance between luxury and comfort.

The son's bedroom is colourful and bold. The splash of colours used oozes vibrancy and cheerfulness.

Keeping the furniture simple and classic the accessories are highlighted, be it the enchanting mirror frame or the striking cloud lighting!

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The classic theme and soft tones used in this daughter's bedroom make it pleasurable and cosy.

The dash of metallic and pastel blue against the wood does its wonder.

The house is a perfect blend of modern, classical, and contemporary. The inhabitants not only get nature's positive vibe but also enjoy their peaceful family time indoors.

Courtesy: 9 Degree Design Studio

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Project

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s said by Charles Eames: “Recognizing the need is the primary condition for design.” A.M Mundle & Associates believes in the philosophy where they prefer to discuss the basic expectations and requirements of said client before approaching the design process.

The biggest challenge the designers faced was to understand the client's clueless mind.

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Paliwal House Bilaspur

...a riot of colour palettes

The family of 5 members each having a distinctive personalities. The kids wanted a high end sophisticated design where as Mrs Paliwal wanted it to be on an artistic side. Hence, the designers concluded the design to be the summation of both.

The grand entrance itself is a cocktail of classy Italian marble staircase, a traditional Jharoka with a dash of nature thrown in through a semi open courtyard adding natural light and fresh air.

A statue of Buddha has been installed amidst the green patch surrounded by water giving away a more serene look to that of the entrance.

The handcrafted Jharoka is the most eye catching part for the entrance lobby where the colorful backdrop were hand painted to add a classic traditional charm.

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The living space combined with dining area are given a more mellow look by using the hues of umber palette. Major thoughts were given to this space being the most central part of the entire structure and therefore to magnify the overall experience, designers tried to add few natural elements… symbolically.

A pine corn shaped centre table and over hung maple leaves above the dining table are the main elements. The look created by falling crystal leaves over the dining area directly from the first floor surely acts as a treat to the eyes for everyone.

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Fragments of wood are used in their natural shape for the staircase to give it more of a rugged look whereas the wall was highlighted by stencil painting using various umber shades with a hint of blues and oranges.

A visually cultivated ambience contrasting the soothing environs of that of the living room. The main emphasis were given to the ceiling which is splashed with an abstract painting using vibrant colors.

Wall cladding following the natural grains of Italian marble and a dandelion painting specially hand painted on the veneer overlapping the cladded wall. Where as the eccentric colored furniture were the other highlights.

A blend of antique and a classy modern elegant touch, this console has been carved out from a single wooden log. Half part showcasing the antique carved out details and the rest showcasing the minimal side of the modern look with brass coated handles.

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A hand painted wall mural flaunting the Arica Palm is giving the most distinctive identity to the master bedroom. The white's – grey's and the evening shadow casting through the grills dramatizing the whole experience for the inmates. The faux leather has been installed using checkered pattern to highlight the minimal ceiling design. Hence, adding grace to the elegant modish interior. Loads of greens were added to amplify the exterior appearance of the bungalow. The minimal wooden pergola shading the single humongous chair and the colorful kingfishers are the added features.

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The elder son wanted something alluring and classy to be the theme for his room.

Mostly with black and white interiors, a tinge of tangerine has been added to aggrandize the character of this particular space.

The backdrop of bed has been embellished with zebra printed carpet. For the vanity, designers simply went overblown with the colors and added 2 mirrors on the wall illustrated with flying birds, depicting the free spirited nature of the user.

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“Keep it simple...”

The concept that has become obsolete as per the masses is what makes Ar. Anil Mundle a very unparalleled designer in the field of architecture. A second generation architect, with an expertise of 19 years has earned quite an identity because of his peculiar taste and sheer sincerity in his working style. He is uniquely talented at promptly translating ideas to a graphic format that rapidly responds to the client's needs. Therefore, his individual project exhibits a distinctive character and manifests the personality of the residents in the most dynamic way.

Anil Anant Mundle Principal Architect, A.M Mundle & Associates

The team of architects and interior designers led by him have expertise in their own respective fields and thoroughly understand his mindset, work philosophy and are able to decipher his rough concepts and ideas with high precision. His team is his biggest asset therefore he believes in keeping a cordial and cheery work culture...

*A Cool Mentor Indeed*

FACT FILE: This sophisticated room has been designed by keeping the simplicity of the head member of the family in mind. The base tones are used with walnut wood to upscale the posh ambience of the space. The hand painted pelmet is one of the most striking feature of this room.

The over flown curtains shaded in 2 base tones adding to the simplicity of the mother's room. The Italian vanity adorned by MOTHER OF PEARL giving a clean chic look to the washroom.

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Anjali Agrawal

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PALIWAL HOUSE Vidya Nagar, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh Jugal Paliwal & Ritu Paliwal A.M Mundle & Associates Ar. Anil Anant Mundle 3600 Sq. Ft 6460 Sq. Ft (G.F+F.F+S.F+T.F) Ar. Anjali Agrawal, Ar. Vivek Yadav Id. Payal Lachhwani Anshul Bajaj & Associates Amnul Haque Farhan Hashmi

The younger son of the family wanted to keep his dedicated room simple yet distinctive from other spaces.

A very clean design were incorporated Infused with few colors completely standing out from the rest.

Hand painted console using the contrasting colors are added to spice up the elegant washroom.

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

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The most astonishing feature of this bungalow is its third floor. Guest Room/ Lounge.

Playing with this area was a whole new level of fun yet it was full of challenges for designers.

The entire space has been designed using a huge range of materials with a varied color palettes.

Be it mingling various printed fabrics for sofa or be it various colors used for distressed polished back wall. Hand crafted canvas are added to both the walls and the ceilings whereas the rough cement flooring with the heritage look used to intensifies the overall exaggerated colorful concept.

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Being placed next to the dramatic ambience and just segregated by a glass partition this space follows the same rhythm. From black and white printed heritage tile to colorful vanity to abstractly designed mirror… each element is vibrantly coexisting and giving this place its own unique style.

Ceiling mounted faucet is yet another key feature of this particular washroom accentuating the colorful mirror frame.

The main focal point for the lady of the house was her pooja room, carved out the backdrop for the console from white Chianti marble. The minute details were done by the artisans from Jaipur.

To further add the extravagant ornamentation designers decorated the veneer ceiling and veneer cabinet with gold leafing. Thus giving a sight of luxury & Simplicity.

Courtesy: A.M Mundle & Associates

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Project

GOL MANDIR KOLKATA

VIEW OF THE OLD TEMPLE

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200 years old Hanuman Temple also known as 'Gol Mandir' owing to its circular shape has a lot of religious importance. It is situated in the heart of Kolkata at the junction of 3 roads on Elgin road.

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VIEW OF THE TEMPLE PRE-CONSTRUCTION

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OLD EXISTING TEMPLE SECTION AT YY’

The authorities wanted to fully renovate and reconstruct the temple as the structure was depleting but they had a major constraint that the reconstruction process would not disturb the existing functioning of the temple as the temple is frequented by a large number of devotees throughout the day, all around the year and so it couldn't be shut down even for a day.

Preliminary inspection of the temple revealed that the structure of the temple is very "weak" and the whole structure vibrates with the movement of heavy vehicle on the abutting road. Also the foundation was of very shallow depth and over the years additional dead load was added on the temple by making a solid 7 feet high brick dome over the existing roof thereby straining the structure beyond its capacity. A small mezzanine over the temple with no ventilation and lighting was also erected over a passage of time to house storage and also to function as a frequent sleeping area for the priests.

The client insisted minimum disturbance of any type to the daily function of the temple and this formed the basis of the design approach.

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SUPERIMPOSED PLAN OF GARBHA GRIHA

GARBHA GRIHA PLAN

After a lot of deliberation between the temple authorities, architect and structural engineer, architects came out with an innovative design solution. A peripheral RCC wall of 125 mm thickness with necessary fenestration was erected around the existing brick work of the building leaving a gap of 250 mm from existing wall and a peripheral foundation strip beam binded the base of the RCC wall. Special measures were taken so that the existing foundation of the temple is not disturbed which came as a constraint resulting in having the proposed foundation of the same depth as the existing foundation.

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Founded in 1997, Maniramka & Associates by its Principal Architect Sunil Maniramka is a wellknown architectural and interior design firm based out of Kolkata. Renowned for its creativity for more than 26+ years, the firm Sunil Maniramka has been managing a diverse portfolio of architectural & interiors projects spanning residential, commercial, healthcare, auditoriums, factories, temples, renovation, interiors, Standalone apartments, institutions, high rise apartments, schools, and offices etc. M&A has huge experience in housing projects & has completed more than 500 projects in 15 cities. Maniramka and associates provides comprehensive services under one roof for all architectural, interior, structural and MEP services. The firm has been a pioneer in creating architectural process by inviting diverse professionals as well as other stakeholders to participate. They have experience with program and project development, and offer consulting in all phases of design and construction from concept to execution. The works strive with artistic vigor in architecture that contains not only simplicity, clarity and unpretentiousness, but also diversity.

International trends and changing ideals of society are interpreted and translated into their architectural works.

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The RCC wall was erected up to the height of 4 m from the existing road level. A RCC slab was constructed at 4m level, almost a meter high from the existing roof of the temple so as not to disturb the temple below. The top part of the existing slab provided the necessary base for props for shuttering for the dome above. The 4m high RCC "envelope" wall along the RCC slab on top stabilized the cylindrical portion of the temple and compensated for the low foundation depth.

Next the solid brick dome was dismantled and a new RCC hollow dome was erected on the peripheral 1800 mm brick wall over the mezzanine. Necessary fenestrations were provided for adequate lighting and ventilation of the mezzanine floor.

After the outer core shell of the temple was completed, the internal partition walls were dismantled first followed by the external walls which were dismantled in the next stage.

The renovation addressed the issue of the client and at the same time increased the area of the temple by 30% as existing brick walls were replaced by RCC walls.

The exterior and the interior of the temple have been finished with marble cladding comprising of intricate carvings.

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