Amidst the ample greenery of Indore, stands a pleasing brick-and-stone edifice designed by Manish Kumat Design Cell (MKDC). The structure in question forms an extension to the old block of the Indore Residency Club (IRC), formerly called the Indore Boat Club. Established in 1896, the club boasts a long and intriguing history, having played home to both British Royalty and well-heeled Indians, who used the club as a place of leisure and recreation at the time. The new building was planned keeping functionality in mind in order to meet modern needs, but the design evolved in accordance with the present circumstance.
With a site area of more than two acres in the heart of the city, the club is a perfect blend of heritage and modernism, and also one of the very few clubs to have maintained a perfect equilibrium between brick and nature. In addition, the new building was to be situated in an area that already housed other buildings from a bygone era – something that adds to the charm of the place. As a natural result of this context, an approach of minimal invasion was followed to respect the existing site. For starters, the site included 10-12 mature trees, which were relocated within the residency club campus itself with the help of expert guidance.
Denne historien er fra June 2020-utgaven av Architect and Interiors India.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra June 2020-utgaven av Architect and Interiors India.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
THE RIGHT 'FIT'
Bathroom fittings elevate the bath experience and new-age innovative launches are making all the right noises in the space.
WOW WOOD
The durability, aesthetic appeal, and eco-friendliness of wooden flooring have made it a preferred flooring option. And, how!
BREAKING BOUNDARIES
Monkey Wrench's office design goes beyond traditional walls, embodying a spirit of endless possibilities and collaborative energy.
REIMAGINING READING
In the time and age when everyone is turning to digital, Studio Hinge breathes new life into the library at the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai.
A HARMONIOUS BLEND
DF Architects lend the 2Box House a mindful design that fosters interaction yet offers privacy while keeping one close to the roots.
THE SUBTLE CHARM OF SHIBUI
This home, designed by The Auburn Studio, embodies the Japanese aesthetic of 'shibui.'
CREATING WAVES IN SPORTS ARCHITECTURE
Through MOFA Studios, Manish Gulati is creating sports infrastructures that are both iconic and sustainable, setting the stage for India's athletic future.
Digitally designed
Futuristic yet soaked in a local flavour, this thin shell pavilion in China sets the design benchmark very high.
WELLNESS-INSPIRED BATH SPACES
In recent years, several new trends have emerged in the wellness bath industry, reflecting a broader focus on holistic well-being and personalised experiences.
THE FRENCH CONNECTION
A French cafe whose design is inspired by a croissant. That sounds just perfect! Doesn't it?