The Big Door | KNS ARCHITECTS

Concept: The Blend The Concept is an Integration of Heritage in a Contemporary setting. A show case of North Indian handcrafted traditions such as collectables, artifacts and Jewellery. Façade: Periodic Setting “An entry to a fortress is marked by its grand doors” The façade of the showroom was visualized with the “Door” as the focal element. An enormous periodic panel with traditional rectangular framework marks the entry. The unfinished texture and design vocabulary of the door was maintained and set against a minimal façade finished in wood to create an interesting contrast. Majestic interiors: The Finished and The Unfinished The interiors have been designed as an eclectic mix of the unfinished charm with finished elements. An island full of Jewels was created within the store to demark it. Visualized as an urban island, it was given a minimal design, finished in mesmerizing turquoise green back painted glass. The surrounding areas house the artifacts which are set against an unfinished backdrop. The VIP Lounge has been juxtaposed against a chrome yellow Jaisalmer stone backdrop. A patterned mirrored ceiling has been used to induce movement to the otherwise static space. A floating staircase was set against a vibrant unfinished red wall to add depth and regal touch (richness) to the space as well as to enhance the connection between the two levels. The staircase has been designed with a water body underneath. A beautifully carved Nandi (bull) has been placed at the centre of the water body which gets highlighted with an intricately designed chandelier above. Special attention was paid to the lighting in the store. Accent lightings, Spot lights, Dimmable have been used to set the right mood. The space has been adequately lit with task lighting to lay special emphasis on products. Over all the store interiors exude a regal elegance with a fresh blend of the modern and a burst of Indian Colours that create the perfect setting for the products. The Project has recently won IIID Award as Best Retail Space 2014.