Classic grandeur and contemporary sensibilities merge seamlessly in this picturesque luxury classic house design. Located in Alipore, one of Kolkata’s most upmarket localities, this duplex was a renovation project by A Square Designs by Ajay Arya. A departure from his signature style of contemporary modern homes, this project, offering a smorgasbord of possibilities, was a pleasant change for the designer. The design house was tasked with renovating the house while repurposing old furniture and retaining the essence. The idea was to come up with a classic space with all the crucial modern elements. The result was a home reincarnated as an airy, luminous haven exuding old-world charm.
Spread across 3000 sq. ft., the house is a classic showcase of the owners’ aesthetic, seamlessly executed by the design house. The home brims with statement-making elements with old colonial pieces of hand-carved furniture in teak and rosewood, kind of refurbished, reupholstered, and reused. The owner’s treasure trove of beautiful decorative objects of art, artifacts, sculptures, and showpieces are strewn around the house. With almost no new pieces bought, family heirlooms have seamlessly been incorporated in different corners of the house.
Editor’s Note: “This luxurious duplex in Alipore combines typical grandness with the contemporary sensibility. A Square Designs renovated this 3000 sq. ft abode, enriched with refurbished antique furnishings, Italian marble flooring, intricate colonial carvings, and curated artifacts. A cascade of greenery, a Victorian-inspired cabinet, timeless pieces of art, and serene bedrooms elevate the design intent.” ~ Anusha Sridhar
Luxury Classic House Design Merges Classic Grandeur and Contemporary Sensibilities | A Square Designs
A classy grey Italian marble flooring makes highlights of all the elements of the house, beautifully absorbing all the bright colors and not disturbing very intricate carpets and the furniture. The carpets, acquired during the owners’ journeys to Italy, elegantly enhance both the furniture and the overall ambiance of the space.
The upper floor consists of the main formal drawing room, the dining room, a powder bedroom, and a master bedroom unit.
The main living room opens into the adjoining staircase and the atrium. Moreover, the cheery green cascade of money plants falling from the terrace right through the staircase atrium and the living room maximizes the spatial flow and conjures an indoor-outdoor continuum that keeps nature a close neighbour. Additionally, the cast iron staircase is a very European classic that leads into the living and dining area.
The living and dining rooms are a telling mascot of the home’s design story. Replete with meticulously carved wooden partitions, a wooden screen with engraving and carving on the glass, cupboards, hand-carved chairs, and a space filled with art pieces, the handcrafted elegance injects a whimsical drama into the space.
The entire space brims with statement-making elements. The wooden cabinets in the living room and dining room for all the curios and crystals are sights to behold. Additionally, an intricately hand-carved cabinet in the living room filled with Swarovski crystal pieces showcases handcrafted elegance and is reminiscent of the Victorian era. Furthermore, a huge wooden cabinet in the dining room houses the family’s crockery and collectibles gathered over a period of time. Moreover, an antique grandfather clock sits pretty in the living room, so do some stunning marble and alabaster statues.
The art deco elements filling the living and dining room completely steal the spotlight. The intricately embellished textile artwork above the sumptuous sofa is encased in a bright blue frame. Moreover, it complements the antique recreated Pichwai painting sourced from Ochre at Home. Meanwhile, the paintings by artist Sameer Sarkar enhance the house’s artistic elements, crafting a beautiful eclectic visual cocktail.
Speaking of a visual cocktail, the house features illumination with some timeless pieces. Additionally, Lalique provides intricately carved hanging lights and wall brackets, while Daum sources the others.
One of the prettiest corners of this house is the powder room with a fascinating rainforest wall covering from ARTE and a carved mirror.
The master bedroom, done up in light colors, is another cheery space with wood and wicker furniture. The dreamy drapery wall with beautiful wallpaper behind the bed brings in a Zen-like calm to the space. A spacious bathroom with an oversized walk-in closet makes the bedroom space a cozy sanctuary.
Fact File
Designed by: A Square Designs
Project Type: Residential Interior Design
Project Name: A Classical Home / Amit Kajaria Residence
Location: Alipore, Kolkata
Year Built: 2023
Project Size: 3000 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Ajay Arya
Photograph Courtesy: Atul Pratap Chauhan
Firm’s Website Link: A Square Designs
Firm’s Instagram Link: A Square Designs
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