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Institut Français India

  • New Delhi
  • By: Studio SpaceMatters
  • Principal Architects: Amritha Ballal, Moulshri Joshi, Suditya Sinha

Located on Aurangzeb Road in New Delhi, the Institut Français India building is an office for the French Cultural Institute in India housed within an old Lutyens’ bungalow. When SpaceMatters was brought on board this 80-year-old building was in need of refurbishment and renovation. An understated and muted colour palette of whites and creams, with a few accent colours like pink and grey, was kept as the backbone of the interiors. In our video, we get to peek inside this colonial structure.

An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life.

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An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

 

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life. The rich texture and warmth of wood, both in furniture and flooring, contrasts beautifully with the white and cream coloured walls opening up the space even further. This contrast of light colors and rich textures makes for an elegant ensemble. (Photographs courtesy Hemant Chawla)

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An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

 

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life. The rich texture and warmth of wood, both in furniture and flooring, contrasts beautifully with the white and cream coloured walls opening up the space even further. This contrast of light colors and rich textures makes for an elegant ensemble. (Photographs courtesy Hemant Chawla)

 

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An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

 

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life. The rich texture and warmth of wood, both in furniture and flooring, contrasts beautifully with the white and cream coloured walls opening up the space even further. This contrast of light colors and rich textures makes for an elegant ensemble. (Photographs courtesy Hemant Chawla)

 

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An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

 

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life. The rich texture and warmth of wood, both in furniture and flooring, contrasts beautifully with the white and cream coloured walls opening up the space even further. This contrast of light colors and rich textures makes for an elegant ensemble. (Photographs courtesy Hemant Chawla)

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An understated palette gives the space a new lease of life

 

Using an understated colour palette for surface coatings inspired by a Parisian apartment, this much-needed renovation gave the 80-year-old colonial building and its interiors a new lease of life. The rich texture and warmth of wood, both in furniture and flooring, contrasts beautifully with the white and cream coloured walls opening up the space even further. This contrast of light colors and rich textures makes for an elegant ensemble. (Photographs courtesy Hemant Chawla)

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Introducing skylights in the Institut Français India building washes the interiors with abundant natural light. Painted in white and cream, the walls further diffuse natural light and make the space look brighter and cleaner. (Photos by Surya Dang)

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Thanks to the minimalist aesthetics and innovative design tweaks, spaces like the library also act as a backdrop for abstract art, a space for interesting conversations and a nook that rejuvenates the mind. (Photograph courtesy SpaceMatters)

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The renovated space retains the character of the old building, and accentuates columns and arches that reflect its glorious past. At the same time, new programs and elements usher the building into its new phase. (Photos by Hemant Chawla)

Introducing skylights in the Institut Français India building washes the interiors with abundant natural light. Painted in white and cream, the walls further diffuse natural light and make the space look brighter and cleaner. (Photos by Surya Dang)

Thanks to the minimalist aesthetics and innovative design tweaks, spaces like the library also act as a backdrop for abstract art, a space for interesting conversations and a nook that rejuvenates the mind. (Photograph courtesy SpaceMatters)

The renovated space retains the character of the old building, and accentuates columns and arches that reflect its glorious past. At the same time, new programs and elements usher the building into its new phase. (Photos by Hemant Chawla)

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A minimalist aesthetic flows through the Institut Français India, enhanced by using simple effective design. Smooth walls, strategic skylights, wooden floor, and modern furniture create a space that celebrates its purpose. (Photos by Hemant Chawla)

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The new interior design of Institut Français India focuses on two points – light and declutter. While these are expected of all offices, incorporating them in an old building while retaining the charm, makes the space unique. (Photos by SpaceMatters)

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A minimalist aesthetic flows through the Institut Français India, enhanced by using simple effective design. Smooth walls, strategic skylights, wooden floor, and modern furniture create a space that celebrates its purpose. (Photos by Hemant Chawla)

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The new interior design of Institut Français India focuses on two points – light and declutter. While these are expected of all offices, incorporating them in an old building while retaining the charm, makes the space unique. (Photos by SpaceMatters)

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Category: Exterior Finishes

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Category: Interior Finishes

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