Perched atop a skyscraper overlooking the sprawling City of Joy, this Kolkata home takes inspiration from the Scandinavian design style that was popular in the 1950s. Meet Frida, a light-filled, airy 12,000-square-foot residence envisioned by Arunika Sarkar, founder and principal designer of Arredatore Design Studio, and her partner Arindam Chatterjee. Designed for a family who owns a tea estate, the smart home boasts a minimalist, practical approach with understated luxury.
The home features numerous artworks from Emami Arts and artefacts from OMA Living.
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Lavish marble installations adorn the two-storey-high walls and decorative lighting has been provided by LightKrafts Pvt. Ltd.
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The lower two floors of this Kolkata home are spacious, split across two levels, lending a sense of openness and grandeur to the living and dining areas. The space is further enhanced by the use of Alabasterine white and taupe, whose muted tones act as a neutral canvas. A gorgeous Italian marble installation adorns the walls of this two-storey space, creating a conversation starter. Sleek furniture and fittings from Wriver, Spacio, Stellar Furnishings and Sarita Handa add to the modern feel.
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Suliang and Dan
A seamless staircase made of RCC with a sculptural concrete handrail connects all the floors of the apartment. The soft curves and subtle texture of the paint fit well with the Scandinavian theme of the home. The staircase walls are covered in Italian stained plywood and decorated with artwork, while the staircase landing is clad in Italian marble, complementing the off-white colour of the handrail. The first floor of the three-storey building comprises the public spaces of the home and just one bedroom for the couple's parents.
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Son's room on the first floor
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The guest room overlooks the living and dining room below.
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As you step up to the first floor of this spacious residence, Nordic elements take precedence: clean lines, uncluttered spaces and organic shapes. The ground floor houses the guest room and the son's room, where muted tones are a delight to the eye. Notably, part of the guest room's wall has been replaced with full-height glass, revealing a view into the two-storey living room and dining room below. This architectural choice increases the sense of spaciousness of the area and seamlessly connects the different zones of the home.
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Suliang and Dan
Suliang and Dan
His son's room also embraces the minimalist aesthetic. The furnishings here, and throughout the house, are inspired by hygge, a Danish concept that embodies a sense of coziness and contentment that's an essential part of Scandinavian design. As such, soft fabrics like velvet, linen and suede adorn the upholstery and curtains, while a handwoven wool rug from Jaipur Rugs complements the comfortable seating arrangement.