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Interior

2024

The site is a serene one—a one-bedroom penthouse on the 5th floor, converted into a 1,500 sq.ft. office overlooking the lush greenery of the racecourse. The space is designed by Umme Hanny Ilkalwale with a minimal and clean material palette, reflecting her design philosophy. It includes a working area, cabin, pantry, and more.

This project serves as the foundation of her professional journey, reflecting her evolving understanding of spatial design and materiality—shaped by her travels and experiences. The design language of the space blends the clean, minimalistic aesthetic of Scandinavian design with the warm, earthy tones of traditional Indian architecture.

A key aspect of this transformation was converting a one-BHK penthouse into a functional office space. While preserving the original spatial framework, they seamlessly integrated essential areas such as the workspace, cabin, and pantry. The outdoor terrace has been repurposed into a communal area, fostering interaction and relaxation for the staff.

Belgaum,Karnataka,India

Architects	:	MH Design Build
Area	:	1500 sq. ft
Year	:	2024
Website	:	https://www.instagram.com/mhdesignbuild.in/

Reception area of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

Passage to reception area of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

Studio of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

Workstation of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

Director's Cabin of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

As her first project after graduation, this was a significant learning experience, filled with many firsts. One of the biggest challenges was integrating a massive slab projection in the main cabin, a remnant from when the space was originally part of the open terrace. Since it couldn’t be removed, they embraced it as a design feature by incorporating a molding detail that seamlessly ran along the wall. To ensure cohesion, they paneled it with the same design as the door, turning a structural constraint into a thoughtful design element.

Director's Cabin of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

As a sunset enthusiast, her favorite spot is undoubtedly the bay window seating in the main cabin. Positioned beside a massive window, it offers a breathtaking view of the lush greens of the protected forest area. It’s the perfect place to unwind and watch the sun dip below the horizon—an unmissable part of her daily evening routine!

Outdoor terrace seating of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

Dusk light terrace view of Office for MH Design Build by MH Design Build

A key design consideration was enhancing the openness and interconnectedness of the space, allowing natural light to flow in from all directions. Sunlight plays a crucial role in shaping the atmosphere, especially in a workspace. To maintain this openness, the partition between the foyer and the working area was designed with strategic voids, ensuring unobstructed light and ventilation. The seamless connection between the foyer, terrace, and cabin further amplifies the sense of spaciousness, creating an airy and inviting environment.