Stepping into this flat, you will be welcomed by the warmth of the natural materials – a simplistic symphony of wood, stone, paper and an occasional hint of brass. The demure lighting throughout immediately stills your mind and invites you to explore this forest of details. Meandering through the bar, the dining and living area, your best guide is the curvaceous wooden structure which is visible from all directions. The rustic yet graceful centerpiece-combo – the coiling ceramic vase and the floral arrangement – flanked by terrazzo and washi adorns the space with a splash of zen.

While you are mesmerised by the Eastern charm of the installation, the westernized elegance of the living room on a lower level takes you to another realm – a den that exhibits timeless luxury made possible by neutral hues, custom-made low furniture with clean-line silhouette and tactile fabrics. This contemporary area is linked effortlessly with the adjacent dining room and bar by the repeated application of terrazzo and the pared-down three types of wood, contributing to the unity, clarity and continuity of the common areas. The dining room, on the other hand, is modulated into a minimal, clutter-free wooden space, which aptly echoes the commissioned meditative calligraphy - “Silence” and “Observe”. Such mono ambience is balanced and enriched by the discreet infusion of brass and stone in the bar on the other side, showcasing a modern interpretation of Eastern aesthetics.