•Project Name: East Coast Residence
•Project Location: Mumbai, India
•Project Type: Apartment Interior Design
•Project Completion Year: 2024
•Project Size: 2,100 sq. ft (Built-Up Area)
•Designed by: We Design Studio
•Principal Designers: Nupur Shah, Saahil Parikh
•Design Team: Nupur Shah, Saahil Parikh, Devyani Negi
•Website: www.wedesignstudio.in
•Instagram: @wedesignstudio.in
•Photograph Courtesy: Studio Kunal Bhatia
This home was conceived as a space with the sky at its heart and the city in its bones. It
is a reflection of simplicity a distilled, ascetic aesthetic that relies solely on what is
necessary. The material palette is warm and earthy, anchored by wooden-tiled floors
and complemented by recycled teak wood doors and furniture.
Textured paint adds depth to the walls, creating a harmonious backdrop that allows art and accessories to introduce bright pops of colour, perfectly balancing the natural warmth of the materials.
The recurring use of recycled wood throughout the home — whether in the floors, doors,
or furniture — reinforces the commitment to sustainability. Every element has been
chosen with care to enhance the sense of calm and order, while still maintaining a
cohesive and rich visual experience. The design is clutter-free, with only essential
furniture filling the space, promoting an open and breathable environment.
The layout is as thoughtfully planned as the design. One enters the east-facing
apartment through a long, private entrance lobby, which creates a sense of arrival and
transition. The central living and dining areas serve as the heart of the home, with two
bedrooms flanking either side, ensuring a balance between shared and private spaces.
Behind the dining area, the kitchen and utility zones are situated to the west, optimising
functionality and flow.
Maximizing usable space was key, so wardrobes have been strategically tucked into
niches and alcoves, ensuring that storage solutions blend seamlessly into the design.
The warm, earthy colour palette and materials used throughout the home create a
tactile experience, with rich textures working in harmony to produce a seamless and
cohesive environment. The wooden-tiled flooring extends throughout the entire space,
while the bathrooms are finished with terracotta cement tiles, adding a rustic yet
modern touch.
The doors and furniture are crafted from a combination of metal and teak wood,
contributing to the sense of understated luxury. In the kitchen, locally sourced exotic
granite serves as both the countertop and dado, adding an element of refined
sophistication while maintaining the earthy aesthetic.
