Located in South Mumbai, Sea House is a residential project designed by Quirk Studio under the lead of principal designers Shivani Ajmera and Disha Bhavsar. The apartment spans 140 square metres, and most distinctly offers a serene view of a lush garden, palm trees and the Arabian Sea.
A key design element throughout the interior can be seen in the repetition of lines, notably in the fluted and piped details on many of the furniture pieces.
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Upon entering the residence, visitors are greeted by a charcoal black fluted door with a warm wood handle. The living space is defined by grey marble floors with auburn (reddish-brown colour) streaks and an ivory-toned limewash plaster finish on the walls.
The walls serve as a backdrop for paintings by artists Shamshad Hussain and Bose Krishnamachari. Adjacent to the entrance is a statement bar console featuring a fluted stem supporting a textured marble surface in black and white.
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The main living area maintains a monochromatic palette of textured ivory sofas and lounge chairs with black pipe detailing. These furniture pieces encircle an all-marble coffee table by Eter Collective. A large art piece by Bhuwal Prasad further enriches the space bordered by a wall-to-wall window overlooking the Arabian Sea.
The dining space is adjacent to the living area, featuring a sleek table supported by cylindrical stems and stripe-upholstered chairs. The wall behind the dining table is adorned with art pieces by Sakti Burman and Krishen Khanna, along with a statement wall plate from Fornasetti. The kitchen continues the monochromatic theme with light grey finishes on the dado and overhead shutters, contrasted by wood-finished drawers beneath the counter.
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The apartment also includes a main bedroom and a multifunctional guest room. Both rooms have off-white walls and panelled wooden flooring. The main bedroom is furnished with a beige bed, art frames featuring sewing machines by Art Chain India and black side tables. Wall-mounted light fixtures add a contemporary touch to the room.
Material selection is a significant aspect of the project’s design. Large swathes of polished concrete are met with textural plastered walls, changing to the large format timber flooring in the bedrooms. A viola Calacatta stone makes for a statement element, introducing a subtle hint of colour, alongside styling elements that bring a boldness, such as the striped chair upholstery. The kitchen splashback tiles are equally textural but not overpowering in a cream tone.
Throughout the Sea House, the neutral aesthetic is a backdrop for the curated art collection and the natural beauty visible from the residence. The apartment accommodates various functional spaces, including a spacious living area, a dining zone adjacent to the kitchen and a pair of balconies.
Project details
Interior design – Quirk Studio
Photography – Kuber Shah
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