With the growing idea of homes not just being our places to rest and unwind but also defining our lifestyle and societal status, there has been an increase in people being more open-minded about employing different design strategies and experimenting with newer and out-of-the-box themes that were far-fetched before. One such example is the lavish and sprawling Kataria’s Residence spread over an area of 35,000 sq. ft., whose interiors are designed by team Essentia Environments, spearheaded by Hardesh Chawla and Monica Chawla.
This dynamic home exudes a lively energy that captures the client’s penchant for zestful fascination in their space. With a penchant for modern luxury and a love for entertainment, their house was tailored to their unique personalities. The basement and terrace were transformed into a dedicated party space with all the amenities required for hosting unforgettable gatherings. The entire home exudes opulence and a sleek ultra-modern aesthetic, perfectly reflecting the couple's lavish lifestyle. The design is carefully crafted to capture their cheerful essence and create a space embodying their vision of modern grandeur.
To reflect the preferences of the homeowners, the colour scheme of the home is carefully selected to predominantly feature shades of grey and white. To create a luxurious and modern living environment, every aspect of the house is thoughtfully designed to include a range of amenities such as a spa, massage room, and gym. To further elevate the overall ambience, the design incorporates various elements such as sculptures, feature walls, and water features to accentuate specific areas of the home. By seamlessly integrating these details into the modern design, the result is a truly stunning space that perfectly captures the couple's refined and elegant taste.
The home is divided into three main zones, each designed to cater to the specific client requirements. The first zone is the public or partying area, comprising the basement and terrace. The basement features a wellness area, including a massage room, powder bathroom, and a dressing area/ home salon, with the standout feature being the basalt stone used in the powder washroom. The formal living area is open and spacious, with natural light and greens flooding the space while creating ample seating for up to 25-30 people. An interesting conjunction to this space is a cosy seating area beside the staircase for playing poker. The terrace is equally impressive, with seating for up to 25-30 people, an extravagant entrance, and a powder bathroom that brings the outdoors inside.
The ground floor is a semi-private area with the mother's bedroom and a dining area enclosed with glass, creating the illusion of a floating space within the home. The first floor is dedicated entirely to the power couple, with their private lounge and home study area. The glass passage leads to their lavish bathroom, featuring dedalus stone and Dior white stone flooring, while the lounge connects to the bedroom. This gives a highly luxurious edge to the built form and hence, their everyday life, just the way they envisioned.
The second floor is reserved for the son, daughter, and guests. The daughter's lounge is located on the mezzanine level, providing a stunning view of the surrounding scenery while featuring a vibrant vertical garden wall. The son's lounge area is primarily dedicated to gaming, with the furniture thoughtfully-chosen for maximum comfort while playing. The guest bedroom is minimalistic yet vibrant, with Zanzibar veneer and white stone flooring. The guest bathroom features eye-catching colours, bringing the space to life. Overall, the home is divided into well-planned and thoughtfully designed zones, each catering to the needs and personalities of the family members.
The carefully curated material palette of the home exudes a modern and luxurious vibe. The flooring throughout is white stone; however, the daughter's bedroom boasts warm wooden flooring. The Zanzibar veneer is integrated into the house in its entirety, with the exception of the terrace and kitchen areas. To maintain a sleek and uncluttered appearance, the ceiling features minimal track lighting accompanied by sleek pendant lights, chandeliers, table lamps, and floor-to-ceiling lamps. Textured wallpaper is used as a decorative element in the son's and daughter's bedrooms, as well as in the son's lounge and gaming area, providing a stylish yet comfortable touch to these spaces. The colour theme of the house is predominantly grey and white, as per the client's preference, with accent furniture pieces and artworks providing pops of colour and visual interest. The furniture chosen for the Kataria residence is modern, luxurious, and comfortable, with each article selected to complement the overall aesthetic of the house and to provide maximum comfort to its inhabitants.
All-in-all, a careful cumulation of minimalistic yet statement-making design elements overlap with a simplistic planning sensibility, rendering efficient and exquisite spaces for this luxurious abode.