This office space has been meticulously designed for a financial advisory firm, drawing inspiration from Japanese style interior aesthetics to embody simplicity, refined elegance, and harmonious balance. We have introduced soft, flowing curves with a restrained selection of materials to create an atmosphere of tranquility and clarity for a focused and efficient work environment.
This Office Space Reflects the Essence of a Japanese Style Interior | Aboli Shah Atelier
A striking design feature is the deep red ceiling, which serves as an abstract extension of the founder’s personality. This bold yet sophisticated element not only adds visual interest but also reinforces the firm’s identity and vision.
The layout is fluid and transparent with each area seamlessly connected to others. The organic circulation & openness encourages increased human interaction, fostering a balanced and dynamic work environment.
Abundant natural light permeates the space, accentuating the earthy tones and enhancing spatial openness. The color palette integrates Akai (the Japanese term for deep red used as an adjective) & complementary shades of ivory to symbolize financial growth and prosperity.
By integrating timeless principles of Japanese minimalism with the practical requirements of a contemporary financial workspace, we have created an environment that promotes productivity, creativity, and sustained professional advancement.
The clients, a young and enthusiastic couple, seeking the design and development of a modern office interior that is minimal, highly functional, and unique in its visual narrative.
The office should subtly but clearly reflect the themes of financial growth, trust, and forward-thinking progress, aligning with our core values as a financial advisory firm.
The spatial design challenges we faced in this home centered on adapting the floor plan to meet the client’s needs. The largest challenge was to reconfigure all the passage ways created in the earlier layout. We successfully reconfigured the circulation flow opening up the spaces. We have successfully converted the two-bedroom apartment into a bespoke office space.
Fact File
Designed by: Aboli Shah Atelier
Project Type: Office Interior Design
Project Name: AKAI (赤い)
Location: Pune
Year Built: May 2025
Built up: 1100 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Aboli Shah
Team Design Credits: Aboli Shah & Mohammed Faris
Photograph Courtesy: Manthan Yadav
Client Name: Swanand & Sonali Phand
Other Credits: Bhakti Vanvari, Nicole Patel & Shruti Marathe
Firm’s Instagram Link: Aboli Shah Atelier
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