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  • The Tranquil House Offers A Pause With Japanese and Scandinavian Design | 100 Ants Design Studio

    Nestled in the fast-growing suburb of Pashan, Pune, it is The Tranquil House, designed by Chaitanya Padhye and Swarali Sathaye of 100 Ants Design Studio. It stands as a well-deserved pause in the hustle bustle of city life. The urban living sanctuary, inspired by Japanese and Scandinavian design, spans 1180 sq. ft. and is designed for a senior couple with their occasionally visiting daughter, son and his family and an elderly mother of the client.

    The Tranquil House Offers A Pause With Japanese and Scandinavian Design | 100 Ants Design Studio

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    The clients’ requirement was to have a quiet house. Additionally, that was conducive to fostering quality time and resonates with their age into a tangible reality. Subsequently, they embraced the ‘Japandi’ concept to create a space that is calm, composed, functional, and easy on the eyes.

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    Essence of Japandi

    The essence of Japandi is to form connections with the earth and nature and enjoy the little pleasures of life; one can derive that this house wanted to achieve just that. The Tranquil House boasts a muted color palette, subtle textures, and patterns that synchronize with the design style.

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    Incorporating Natural Materials

    Through the use of natural materials like rattan, organic textures, solid and muted colors, planters, and earthy tones of terracotta for the decor, the house displays a feeling of warmth and coziness. The design takes into consideration features such as an open floor plan, use of clean lines, multi-functional spaces, naturally well-lit spaces. Additionally, it prioritizing user function along with aesthetics. It goes beyond the aesthetic look of the home to create a design style that promotes a meaningful prioritisation.

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    Living Room

    As we enter the home, a snug entry facing the partition unit ushers you from a small entrance lobby to a well-lit living area. In the living room, the simple yet chic TV unit acts as a focal point. The living room, dining area, and kitchen are adjacent and independent. However, they only seem like one big space that has a confluence of these three.

    japanese and scandinavian design

    japanese and scandinavian design

    Soft curves and arched elements define this common area, reducing injury hazards and eliminating sharp, style-defying edges while adding visual texture. The curved sofa by Mint Homez and soft furnishings by D’Decor add to the coziness and homely feeling of the room.

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    japanese and scandinavian design

    A breakfast table with an overhead unit demarcates the kitchen space. The overhead unit features rattan highlights, adding a subtle touch of texture, while black accents enhance the design. Inside, the kitchen dado seamlessly merges with the color palette. Thus, creating an interesting play of textures.

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    Guest Bedroom

    The inviting house extends its comfort and hospitality to the guest bedroom adjacent to the living room. Its adaptable design in the guest bedroom has a unique wardrobe suitable for storing the guests’ luggage, along with other need-specific adjustments.

    The provision for utility items and a carrom board that slides inside easily, tucking itself away from plain sight, adding to the  quality and functionality to the room whenever it is not used by the guests. A vertical cabinet accommodates the AC unit without compromising the sleek look of the overall space.

    A gently curved corner unit serves to hide away all the miscellaneous things. The wall decorations by Mayur Artifacts further compliment the colour palette of the bedroom thus retaining a congruent look.

    Study Room

    The study room between living and master bedroom offers flexibility to be used as a workplace, worship room, and a bedroom according to the requirement. The AC unit is tucked in the jaali above the worship place to continue a clutter-free design aesthetic.

    Provisions like the sofa-cum-bed and integrated storage with the study table allows the space to be utilised to its maximum capacity without making it too crowded.

    Master Bedroom

    The master bedroom located next to the study room is a well-lit, cleanly designed, positive space. The sparing carpet area is further enhanced by the horizontality in the furniture.

    With a built-in wardrobe integrated into the passage wall, the bedroom offers a clean look and a spacious area.

    The panelling tactfully hides the borrowed spaces from the study area providing a background for the TV. A lounge chair further accentuates the luxurious look providing a quiet yet well-lit nook for reading.

    Material Palette

    Throughout the house, gold fans add just the right amount of shimmer. White walls, painted in Asian Paints Royale Aspira, and light curtains further enhance the subdued tone, allowing the metallic accents to shine without overwhelming the space. This careful balance of color and texture creates an elegant yet inviting atmosphere. The upholstery seamlessly blends into the muted color palette, while seamless Stonex flooring offers a clean, cohesive look, effortlessly merging spaces. The false ceiling accommodates grid lighting, ensuring a well-lit ambiance. Full-height openings enhance the home’s sense of space, creating a visually larger volume.

    In The Tranquil House, living goes beyond mere existence—this Japanese and Scandinavian design sanctuary allows the client to savor life’s joys and create cherished memories with loved ones for years to come.

    Fact File

    Designed by: 100 Ants Design Studio

    Project Type: Residential interior Design

    Project Name: The Tranquil House

    Location: Pashan, Pune

    Year Built: 2023

    Duration of the project: 6 Months

    Built-up Area: 1180 Sq.ft.

    Principal Architects: Ar. Chaitanya Padhye & Ar. Swarali Sathaye

    Design Credits: Shravani Kathwate

    Photograph Courtesy: Ar. Abhishek Chavhan

    Products / Materials / Vendors: Lighting – Shreeniket Enterprises (Hybac, Infinite, Unilights) / Furniture – Mint Homez (https://minthomez.com/), Soulwood Venture (https://soulwoodventures.com/) / Flooring – STONEX SURFACE DESIGN / Kitchen – Suma Enterprises / Paint – Asian Paints / Artefacts – Mayur Artifacts

    Firm’s Website Link: 100 Ants Design Studio

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