In a world where every street, house, and corner tells a story, homeowners enhance their living spaces with unique style, functionality, sustainability, and affordability. And to escape and rest from the hustle and bustle of the city, our home is something which we choose to nestle in. Since our home is a feeling for all of us, the generation is looking for transformative spaces that ease back into a balanced life. And one such boutique luxury firm that creates havens on Earth is About the Space, a multi-disciplinary design studio run by Aneri Shah and Richa Shetty nestled in Pune, Maharashtra.
The firm’s focal point is architecture and Interiors that are experimental yet affordable, precise yet poetic, classical yet contemporary, and functional yet refreshing, discovered by the duo who converted their friendship into a partnership by co-founding ‘About the Space’. These women in architecture cum designer positions are here to bring a transmuting shift by abiding by a strict culture that is based on mutual collaboration, open-mindedness, and shared learning.
Aneri Shah, Principal Architect and Housing & Urban Planner, shares, “Creativity is at the heart of what we do. We believe in pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box to create unique and inspiring designs. And I think what comes first and foremost after creativity would be quality. So, we are trying to commit ourselves to delivering excellence in every aspect of our work, from concept to execution. And I think another key principle could also be collaboration. So, we value our collaborations, maybe with our team members, the vendors we work with, or our clients”.
Client-centric Approach
Fostering a sense of loyalty and trust in the brand by valuing the clients’ opinions and being committed to addressing their needs, About the Space is strengthening long-term relations.
The firm’s design strategy is based on spatial planning, consuming effective & eco-friendly materials, and giving heed to clients’ brief & preferential liking to conceptualize a space that eventually reflects their personality and lifestyle.
Richa Shetty, Principal Architect and Interior & Furniture Designer, says, “Communication with the client, listening to them carefully, being transparent, and maintaining quality, and effectiveness through quality control measures are significantly important. We as a brand, adhere to all the guidelines and strict protocols, profoundly and profusely!”
Experience & Expertise
From residential spaces to commercial to retail to hospitality, from small-scale bungalows to larger apartment spaces, the firm explores different typologies and creates functional and aesthetical spaces. They delve into clients to give personalized solutions that meet their needs and inspire, uplift & enrich their lives.
The firm’s design approach is to be smart and trendy focused on minimal luxury that marries the principle of minimalism with opulence and sophistication associated with luxury. Experimenting to innovate, About the Space works in multifaceted arenas where the duo’s extravagant ideas have sealed the deals to fruition such as a retail store of about 2,500 sq. ft, a school, offices from 800 sq. ft up to 5,000 sq. ft, and residential projects like duplexes & bungalows of over 5,000 square feet. The firm loves exploring various styles and have hands-on experience in restaurants and cafes exploring the styles such as minimal, earthy, luxury modern, boho, coastal, and Indo Chine.
The memorable & remarkable projects of About the Space are a modern, sustainable cum nature-focused second home of a 0.5-acre site, 8000 sq. ft. nestled in Lonavala. It is built amid stunning valley views with an infinity pool surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The next in line is a Mumbai-based modern bungalow of 10,000 sq. ft., a periodic beauty infused with luxury and a European classical theme. And last, a 2500 sq. ft. bohemian home in Gurgaon, crafted aesthetically using sustainable ideas, fresh colors, and botanical prints. The firm is steadily escalating the standards and presence from Pune to Mumbai to Kolkata to Gurgaon to Ahmedabad. And to highlight, the firm is currently working on a 10,000 sq. ft bungalow in Mumbai. It is a permanent cum period home carved in European classical style.
About the Space creates spaces that exude refinement, elegance & comfort while maintaining a sense of simplicity that strongly resonates with minimal luxury
A Team to Grow & Glow with
For About the Space, every handover is like a milestone as they create spaces that evoke emotions & feelings by fostering connections with the clients. For every project, the firm pours out its heart and soul into every project. So, the journey from conceptualizing to executing to reality is a perfect contribution of the team. The firm is fortunate to have an excellent troop of designers and architects eager to explore and discover new art and design boundaries. They are the valuable assets of the firm potentially making all the projects successfully possible through better brainstorming, skills, and knowledge. About the Space provides opportunities to update their skills via various training sessions and well-being interactions to create a sense of belongingness and enjoy their work.
Understanding the Future Plans
About the Space’s futuristic goals and agendas revolve around innovation, sustainability, and enhancing customer experience by exceptionally enhancing customer experience with better service post project handover. The firm also plans to gain hands-on experience in emerging technologies like VR, AR, and AI in the design and execution process board. Further, it will also be sourcing eco-friendly materials and minimizing waste through efficient design, along with trying to encourage the clients to make environmentally conscious choices.
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