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 that stands as a well-deserved pause in the hustle bustle of city life. The urban living sanctuary spanning 1180 sq. ft is designed for a senior couple with their occasionally visiting daughter, son and his family and an elderly mother of the client.
Project Name: The Tranquil House
Studio Name: 100 Ants Design Studio
Project Location: Baner Pashan Link Road, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Project Cost: 50,00,000 INR
Year of Completion: 2024
Architects: Chaitanya Padhye and Swarali Sathaye
Team: Chaitanya Padhye, Swarali Sathaye, Shravani Kathawate
Photographer: Abhishek Chavhan
The clients’ requirement was to have a quiet house that is conducive to fostering quality time, and resonates with their age into a tangible reality. Subsequently, something calm, composed, functional and easy-on-the-eyes had to be kept in mind, and out came the utilisation of the ‘Japandi’ concept. 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 of muted colour palette, subtle textures and patterns that synchronise with the design style. Through the use of natural materials like rattan, organic textures, solid and muted colours, use of planters, and earthy tones of terracotta for the decor the house displays a feeling of warmth and cosiness. The design takes into consideration design features such as an open floor plan, use of clean lines, multi-functional spaces, naturally well-lit spaces and prioritising user function along with aesthetics. It goes beyond the aesthetic look of the home to create a design style that promotes a meaningful lifestyle.
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 dictates as a focal point. The living room, dining area and the kitchen are adjacent and independent, however, only to seem like one big space that has a confluence of these three. A lot of soft curves and arched elements are seen in this common area; they tone down the injury hazards as well as sharp, style-defying edges of the style while creating a visual texture. The curved sofa by Mint Homez and soft furnishings by D’Decor add to the cosiness and homely feeling of the room. The kitchen space is demarcated by a breakfast table with an overhead unit. This overhead unit utilises rattan highlights for a subtle hint of texture, while the accent use of black is observed for the same. Inside, an interesting use of texture is seen in the kitchen dado that merges with the colour palette of the kitchen.
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. 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. 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.
Throughout the house, fans in gold provide just the right amount of glitter. The use of white for walls painted in Asian Paints Royale Aspira, and curtains further helps to create a subdued tone down of the house. The upholstery manages to merge further into the muted colour palette. Use of seamless Stonex flooring offers a clean look to the overall house and merges spaces easily. False ceiling while accommodating the grid lighting. Full-height openings in the house create a visually larger volume for spaces. In The Tranquil House, it is more than just a place to live—it’s a sanctuary where the client will savour the joys of life and create cherished memories with their loved ones for years to come.
