Skewboid

In the heart of Chandigarh's industrial sector, Studio Ardete breathed life into the urban monochrome with their project, OFFICE-1243.

The Brief

This terrace office, completed in 2018, redefines the relationship between built environments and the surrounding macro environment, creating a captivating fusion of form and function.

CATEGORY

AREA

5481 SQFT

YEAR

LOCATION

PROJECT COST

60 Lac

Our Process

Concept Space Planning

Design Development

Site Development Phase

Material and Finishes Selection

Construction Administration

THE CHALLENGE

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Turning Bland Spaces into Vibrant Offices

Thinking creatively to make the office lively and enjoyable, even in a dull neighborhood

2
Making Rooms Feel Just Right: Not Too Open, Not Too Closed

Planning carefully to create cozy spaces that are just right, like having little personal worlds inside the office.

3
Making the Office Look Cool and Last a Long Time

Using smart designs, like different heights & shapes, to make the office visually appealing and last for long time.

THE SOLUTION

Overcoming the rugged ennui of the industrial neighborhood posed challenges. The lack of pleasant views spurred the design team to innovate, turning obstacles into opportunities. OFFICE-1243 stands as a triumph over challenges, redefining its surroundings.

Concept

Spatial Poetry: Weaving Concept into Concrete

The concept of OFFICE-1243 transcends the mundane, weaving spatial poetry into concrete. Defined by outward-flowing spaces within a bounded box, the architectural narrative unfolds as an extension of the macro environment, creating a dynamic dialogue between form and function.

Zoning

Crafting Purposeful Space

Zoning within OFFICE-1243 is a meticulous art, defining purposeful spaces that coalesce seamlessly. The interplay of open and closed volumes forms a spatial symphony, offering a harmonious balance between functionality and aesthetics.

Planning

Crafting Purposeful Space

Zoning within OFFICE-1243 is a meticulous art, defining purposeful spaces that coalesce seamlessly. The interplay of open and closed volumes forms a spatial symphony, offering a harmonious balance between functionality and aesthetics.

Form Development

Shaping the Building with Style

OFFICE-1243's form development is an exercise in angular elegance. The two main volumes, laid in an engaging manner, create a play of perspectives. This deliberate form development invites diverse views into the space, fostering an environment of constant visual engagement.

THE DESIGN

The varying heights, interpenetrating volumes, and a spatial lattice form a captivating visual dilemma of longevity. The construct, with its boldness and lightness, stands as a testament to the meticulous design philosophy of Studio Ardete.

Before & After
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The Site

The site of OFFICE-1243 is not merely a location; it's an integral element of the design. The contextual fusion of granite, gravel, and wood from the environment into the project's fabric creates a sense of fluidity, blurring the lines between the built and the natural.

THE DESIGN

The spaces are interpenetrating volumes which face away from each other, welcoming different views into the room. The swathe is created in a considerable manner which tends to complement the axial configuration by providing a refreshing sight of grandeur through exclusivity. The tonal spatiality is heightened by the windows in all directions forming a play of light across the days and seasons. The patterns thus created, makes the light an inherent material of the space providing a texture of serenity. At once both an inclusive and an exclusive affair, Skewboid offers an enticing oeuvre of benign tranquillity.

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IMPACT

The varying heights, interpenetrating volumes, and a spatial lattice form a captivating visual dilemma of longevity. The construct, with its boldness and lightness, stands as a testament to the meticulous design philosophy of Studio Ardete.

1
Turning Bland Spaces into Vibrant Offices

Thinking creatively to make the office lively and enjoyable, even in a dull neighborhood

2
Making Rooms Feel Just Right: Not Too Open, Not Too Closed

Planning carefully to create cozy spaces that are just right, like having little personal worlds inside the office.

3
Making the Office Look Cool and Last a Long Time

Using smart designs, like different heights & shapes, to make the office visually appealing and last for long time.

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The project was completed in accordance with the requirements and exceeded expectations. The final product is spacious and natural light pours in from all directions, with a creative exterior and interior design. I was very satisfied with the outcome and people who have seen it have also appreciated the effort that went into its construction. The creative approach taken during the construction process and how the end product was well-received by the people involved.

-Munish Aggarwal

House 91/4

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The store audience appreciates the designer's creativity and how it enhances the interior. Specifically, the client is thrilled that the design meets their expectations and that the support and services provided are excellent. Please write a testimonial that captures these sentiments.

Nitin Khanna

Stylish Bath

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Ardete was the ultimate pleasure to work with. The innovation, creativity and design was excellent and the attention to detail really put their work over the top. The team took the time to understand the requirement, laid out realistic budgets and made sure to follow up with contractors to ensure that delivery was timely. Thank you Ardete and team, you guys epitomised commitment, professionalism and most of all passion!

Rosy Bains

Doaba School

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