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Bangalore Houzz: This Penthouse is a White and Wood Wonderland
This home by Sunita Yogesh Studio plays with colours, patterns and textures within a white-and-wood playbook
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here: A couple, their two sons, and parents
Location: Bangalore
Year built: 2019
Size: 288 square metres (3,100 square feet); 4 bedrooms; 3 bathrooms
Interior designer: Sunita Yogesh of Sunita Yogesh Studio
Photos by Nayan Soni
“The clients wanted a warm and cosy, contemporary aesthetic cocooned in white tones. Their exact words were ‘We want it to feel like a home and not a hotel’. The neutral shell gave us ample room to experiment with textures, patterns and colours by way of accents and accessories. And yet, with a brief such as this, we had to tread the line between spartan and sophisticated carefully,” says Sunita Yogesh, founder and chief interior designer of Sunita Yogesh Studio.
Who lives here: A couple, their two sons, and parents
Location: Bangalore
Year built: 2019
Size: 288 square metres (3,100 square feet); 4 bedrooms; 3 bathrooms
Interior designer: Sunita Yogesh of Sunita Yogesh Studio
Photos by Nayan Soni
“The clients wanted a warm and cosy, contemporary aesthetic cocooned in white tones. Their exact words were ‘We want it to feel like a home and not a hotel’. The neutral shell gave us ample room to experiment with textures, patterns and colours by way of accents and accessories. And yet, with a brief such as this, we had to tread the line between spartan and sophisticated carefully,” says Sunita Yogesh, founder and chief interior designer of Sunita Yogesh Studio.
The apartment’s open floor plan is divided into zones with the help of distinct furniture layouts. A formal living area, steeped in dove grey and daisy, lies to the right of the entryway.
“For the layout, we went for two compact inward-facing sofas. We backdropped the seating area with a white built-in shelving unit filled with vibrant tchotchkes and pared-back pottery. Black gilded accent lights punctuate the aesthetic,” says Yogesh.
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“For the layout, we went for two compact inward-facing sofas. We backdropped the seating area with a white built-in shelving unit filled with vibrant tchotchkes and pared-back pottery. Black gilded accent lights punctuate the aesthetic,” says Yogesh.
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Further ahead, to the right, an informal lounge conjures a warm and intimate air. The neutral shell is enlivened by colourful accents, natural-grain wooden furniture, elegant artworks and lighting fixtures in brass and iron. A large indigo sectional and a pair of mid-century modern armchairs define the seating area, while layered textures and patterns in the way of a rug, throw pillows and upholstery, weave visual variety.
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“We placed a console table behind the sectional to divide the formal and informal sections. We kept the design language organic and free-flowing, and combined various styles, to give the home a lived-in feel. For instance, the black credenza in the entryway adds a modern touch, the accent chairs in the living room smack of mid-century sensibilities, while the block-printed fabrics and Nagaland accent cushions infuse an ethnic, local flavour,” notes Yogesh.
The informal lounge is squared off by a classic white brick-finish television wall. A shuttered wooden cabinet underpins the television, adding visual interest to the space, while two low stools, outfitted in beach-striped cushions, sit ahead.
The living room is abutted by a cuboidal balcony that sweeps the entire length of the room.
“The client was keen on a bar, and the balcony, given its volume, appeared to be the best place to house it. We styled the open bar with industrial elements like iron and wood. We also added an outdoor dining nook to turn the balcony into a self-sufficient entertaining zone,” says Yogesh.
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“The client was keen on a bar, and the balcony, given its volume, appeared to be the best place to house it. We styled the open bar with industrial elements like iron and wood. We also added an outdoor dining nook to turn the balcony into a self-sufficient entertaining zone,” says Yogesh.
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“We didn’t want to hinder the flow between the living and dining spaces with partitions. Thus, we introduced distinction through the ceiling. We used rafters in the living room while maintaining a plain ceiling in the dining room. We anchored the dining zone with an 8-seater table, contrasting black chairs and a charming wicker cabinet. A brass sputnik luminaire overhead notches up the glam quotient,” avers Yogesh.
The kitchen is a calming oasis of duck egg blue and white.
“We juxtaposed shaker-style cabinets with brass hardware against a backsplash of square, glossy white tiles. We also knocked down a wall extension at the entrance so that we could fit in a small breakfast nook. We highlighted the same with a subtle grey-patterned tile and a pair of brass pendants,” says Yogesh.
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“We juxtaposed shaker-style cabinets with brass hardware against a backsplash of square, glossy white tiles. We also knocked down a wall extension at the entrance so that we could fit in a small breakfast nook. We highlighted the same with a subtle grey-patterned tile and a pair of brass pendants,” says Yogesh.
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The powder room originally came with builder-grade materials and fixtures.
“The room was in desperate need of an overhaul. We went with a teal blue tile for the feature wall and a light oak finish for the cabinetry. We installed a large round brass-finish mirror and two globe pendant lights to give the space a luxurious facelift,” says Yogesh.
“The room was in desperate need of an overhaul. We went with a teal blue tile for the feature wall and a light oak finish for the cabinetry. We installed a large round brass-finish mirror and two globe pendant lights to give the space a luxurious facelift,” says Yogesh.
The master bedroom is minimalistic, with muted colours, subtle textures, and a melange of styles.
“The clients wanted the bedroom to be a calm space where they could unwind, so we pared it down to a bare minimum. We chose shiplap wall panelling, mid-century style nightstands and a beautiful woven bench to weave a sense of comfort and cosiness. A reading nook in the corner completes the knocked-back look,” explains Yogesh.
Woven bench: AKFD Storey; all other furniture is custom-made
“The clients wanted the bedroom to be a calm space where they could unwind, so we pared it down to a bare minimum. We chose shiplap wall panelling, mid-century style nightstands and a beautiful woven bench to weave a sense of comfort and cosiness. A reading nook in the corner completes the knocked-back look,” explains Yogesh.
Woven bench: AKFD Storey; all other furniture is custom-made
The en-suite master bathroom is rooted in monochrome and uplifted by geometry and metallic shine.
“We counterbalanced the geometric-patterned floor with classic white subway-tiled walls. We also augmented the black cabinetry with brass hardware, and chose a wood-rimmed mirror to warm the space,” recalls Yogesh.
“We counterbalanced the geometric-patterned floor with classic white subway-tiled walls. We also augmented the black cabinetry with brass hardware, and chose a wood-rimmed mirror to warm the space,” recalls Yogesh.
The parents’ bedroom is clean, simple and frill-free. The white shell is enhanced by a powder blue wardrobe scheme, a wood-ribbed headboard and a wood-and-black television console.
“Since it was a room for elders, we gave it a vintage touch with a wooden bed and traditional white nightstands. We also created sleek wooden shelves in the narrow alcoves on either side of the window,” notes Yogesh.
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“Since it was a room for elders, we gave it a vintage touch with a wooden bed and traditional white nightstands. We also created sleek wooden shelves in the narrow alcoves on either side of the window,” notes Yogesh.
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As a shared space for two boys, the kids’ bedroom is an even reflection of both its occupants’ tastes.
“The clients wanted something that straddled childlike charm and subtle sophistication. We chose a grey, gingham-patterned wallpaper for the feature wall and divided the twin wooden beds with a pale blue chest of drawers,” says Yogesh.
“The clients wanted something that straddled childlike charm and subtle sophistication. We chose a grey, gingham-patterned wallpaper for the feature wall and divided the twin wooden beds with a pale blue chest of drawers,” says Yogesh.
Opposite the bed, stands an electric blue wardrobe with a built-in study.
“The light oak finish separates the study from the bold cabinetry. We also added floating bookshelves next to the wardrobe (not pictured) as the kids are avid readers,” says Yogesh.
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“The light oak finish separates the study from the bold cabinetry. We also added floating bookshelves next to the wardrobe (not pictured) as the kids are avid readers,” says Yogesh.
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The fourth bedroom has been converted into a playroom.
“The space double-hats as a guest bedroom, courtesy a teal sofa-cum-bed. We installed an open shelving unit on one side, to serve as storage for toys and knick knacks. We also brought in a custom chalkboard and a kid-sized table and chairs to give the space a whimsical classroom vibe,” says Yogesh.
“The space double-hats as a guest bedroom, courtesy a teal sofa-cum-bed. We installed an open shelving unit on one side, to serve as storage for toys and knick knacks. We also brought in a custom chalkboard and a kid-sized table and chairs to give the space a whimsical classroom vibe,” says Yogesh.
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