Aashiyana : An Earthy Abode | HV Associates | Vadodara
“Aashiyana”- meaning “Home”, as we reach the foyer area of this humble 3 BHK apartment, a veneer finished main door beautifully fitted in exposed brick walls, welcomes us in. When we peep in, we are greeted by a simple partition screen housing a Ganeshji illustration in glass.
The use of exposed brick throughout the house from Foyer to the Master Bedroom and the veneer panelling on the living room wall, give us a warm, earthy feel. While sitting on the light-coloured fabric sofa in the living room, one can overlook the cozy swing in the balcony. The moving partition between the kitchen and the living area, provides flexibility to open up the space for bigger gatherings.
Since, the clients were very keen on having a unique design for their Mandir that merges well with the overall design of the house, the same theme of the browns, the whites and the bricks was taken in the Pooja area, as well. Functionally, folding doors were provided to make it more spacious. Allowing the designers to freely design this area, resulted in a soothing Pooja room that makes it the clients’ most favourite area of the house.
The kitchen has been kept minimal and functional. The adjoining area is adorned with an exposed brickwork wall housing a comfortable seating as the clients did not want a designated dining space.
The bedrooms have been designed keeping in mind the user and their personalities. The main aim while designing the bedrooms was to maximize functionality while giving a spacious look.
The Parents’ bedroom design has been kept minimal with the use of floral wallpaper and cream coloured PU finished furniture. It gives a simple look with an eye-catching wallpaper.
The kids’ bedroom has been kept a little playful and bright as the client’s daughters wanted to use pastel pink theme in their bedroom.
The brief for Master Bedroom was to keep it dark. This was achieved by the use exposed brickwork and wooden finish Laminates. Though dark, the design has been kept classy and elegant.
All the areas of the apartment have a different character but the clever use of exposed brickwork and details bind it all together, creating an overall ambience of simplicity with vibrance. The delight with which the clients show off their house, confirms their satisfaction with all the overall design.
Interior Lover Team’s view on the Project
AASHIYANA – AN EARTHY ABODE is amazingly knotted with earthy interiors in a 1200 sq. ft., area that is carefully crafted and envisioned to give a serene escapade brimming with earthy luxuriance. HV Associates– An Architectural Design Studio led by Ar. Vibha Chauhan has gracefully nested this residential apartment located in Vadodara, Gujarat playing with different textures and furnishings. The designer’s vision was to give a distinct look to each corner and room of the house keeping in mind its utility. To balance the monochrome with the wood tone, the furniture was well adorned which offers relaxation via different hues of furnishings. All the material palettes consist of natural brick and earthy wood as the primary finish with minimal use of metal and glazing for functional areas. The overall colour palette of the house gives a sentiment of tranquillity and the intent was to create a design mark keeping in mind that effortlessly flows a sense of openness.
FACT FILE
Project Name : Aashiyana: An Earthy Abode
Design Firm : HV Associates
Principal Designer : Ar. Vibha Chauhan
Project Type : Residential Interior Design
Project Location : Vadodara
Year Built : 2023
Project Duration : 5 months
Project Size : 1200 Sq. Ft.
Photography Credits : 26:13 Apertures
