perforated brick furniture decorates fluid ‘mind manifestation’ design studio in pune, india

within the pastel interior, the use of recycled paper tubes is explored through various interventions such as sliding shutters, and curvilinear shelves.

Chetan Lahoti edited by myrto katsikopoulou April 22, 2022 4 min

studio by the hill in pune, india

Mind Manifestation Design has renovated a residential building sitting next to a hill in the city of Pune, India, transforming it into their own studio. The redesign generates an open, fluid environment, with earthy colors and eco-friendly materials that match the different shades of the surrounding landscape throughout the year. Perforated brick panels and curvilinear elements help control natural lighting, while adding to the liveliness of the project.

all images courtesy of Mind Manifestation Design

nature and interior become one

The design by Mind Manifestation (find more here) covers an area of 1050 sqft (97 sqm) and is kept open and fluid, with minimal glass partitions allocating the different functions. The fluidity of the project is further achieved thanks to the installation of subtle curvilinear elements to the corner junctions.

The spaces are strategically planned in order to ‘surrender’ to nearby hill, while the material palette is tastefully chosen so as to match its alternating colors. In this way, nature flows indoors and becomes one with the interior. Meanwhile, most of the rooms open towards the eastern hill, keeping all areas well lit with natural sunlight and avoiding the extra glare and heat throughout the working hours.

earthy materiality, sunlight regulation and thermal comfort

Ash wood furniture, in-situ concrete floors, natural brick paving with tall seamless walls, and ceilings in pastel green lime plaster finish complete the working environment of Mind Manifestation Studio. In addition, the use of recycled paper tubes is explored in various interventions such as sliding or operable shutters, seating backrests, or open shelves supported with customized detailing.

The entrance zone in the open floor plan is marked with natural brick paving which evolves into a built-in reception desk creating the sense of arrival. The same brick flooring seamlessly continues to the terrace to create a sense of continuity. Perforated brick sliding panels control soften the natural sunlight that enters the multipurpose space used for informal meetings, brainstorming sessions, dining etc. What’s more, the brick facade helps to convert harsh southern sun rays into a cool breeze before entering the interior. Finally, the use of lime plastered walls and southern natural brick jail adds to the thermal comfort.

studio by the hill 6 — Niches carved in the conference wall is interpretation of diminishing detailing from local context in a contemporary fashion

The fold up window transforms the office into an interactive space The sliding panels act as a thermal barrier while also creating an interesting play of light and shadows The fold up window in the office area The greenery of the planters along multipurpose area complements the natural brick The terrace is designed to serve as a multipurpose area; perforated brick panels control the southern sun rays creating a light-shadow pattern

project info:

name: Studio by the Hill
designer: Mind Manifestation Design

lead designers: Ar. Chetan Lahoti & Ar. Anand Deshmukh
location: Pune, India

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