Formal living of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Formal living of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
The material palette is anchored in earthy calmness, drawing from natural textures and traditional sensibilities. Teak finishes, brass accents, soft floral patterns, and rattan work seamlessly together, creating a feeling of warmth and cohesion. A Core Shaped by Light Cobblestones arranged in concentric rings form the base of the courtyard, where a Terminalia tree rises gracefully from the center. With foliage that gathers at the top, the tree keeps the lower volume airy, making the courtyard feel expansive. An earthy brown wall forms a grounding backdrop, heightening the greens that thrive in this naturally lit space. A wooden swing suspended on brass chains frames the courtyard turning it into a place of conversation, contemplation, and rest.
Among all its elements, the courtyard remains the most cherished. It is the home’s anchor, its quiet breath where sunlight paints shifting patterns and the swing becomes a favorite spot to gather or simply be. The openness of this space ties the home together, giving it both physical and emotional coherence.
Dining of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Kitchen of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
One of the earliest functional decisions centered around the kitchen layout. The main kitchen and the working kitchen were initially planned as two independent units, but separating them with a solid wall made the spaces feel constrained. The solution was to merge them into one continuous kitchen open, efficient, and visually clear. A semi movable breakfast counter now acts as a gentle divider. With movable lower modules and a fixed upper storage element, it subtly screens the work area while maintaining openness. This single intervention enhances flexibility and preserves the fluid, interconnected character that defines the home.
Kitchen of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Hand wash nook of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Courtyard of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Courtyard of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Staircase of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Staircase view of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Upper Living of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Upper Living of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Master Bedroom of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
The bedrooms carry an atmosphere of softness. Olive-green textured walls bring depth, allowing teak furniture to stand out gently within the organic palette. Block-printed textile frames add a crafted touch that echoes the theme of each room. All furniture is custom-made, rounded, and tactile reinforcing a sense of comfort and avoiding any visual rigidity.
Master Bedroom of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Bedroom 2 of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Bedroom 2 of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Throughout the home, details enhance both utility and poetry. Floral patterned tiles become a central motif defining the living area and continuing onto the stair risers. The handcrafted wash counter, made from joined teak-tree discs and paired with a floral basin, tiled mirror, and brass tap, elevates everyday rituals. Sliding wardrobe doors streamline circulation. On the first floor, the utility space is enclosed with fluted glass and slim metal framing, ensuring cross-ventilation from the courtyard remains uninterrupted. Light, breeze, and connection flow freely through the home.
What makes this home unique is the harmony between tradition and modernity, the gentleness of its flow, and the way crafted details transform simple moments into meaningful experiences. It is a place where architecture holds space for emotion, where materials feel rooted to the land, and where every corner carries a sense of ease. Aaramam is not just a name it is the feeling the home leaves behind: restful, connected, and quietly alive.
Bedroom 3 of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Bedroom 4 of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
Ground Floor Plan of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
First Floor Plan of Aaramam by Design Diagonals
