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06-03-2026

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Located at Science City, Ahmedabad, the 2,393 sq. ft. corporate office for Gayatri Microns Ltd. emerges as a contemporary workplace defined by clarity, identity, and precision. The project translates organizational values into a spatial framework that is composed, efficient, and distinctly modern. Rather than relying on overt expression, the design adopts restraint as its primary tool, allowing select gestures to define character and intent.

The client’s brief called for a modern and functional corporate office that would support daily operations while projecting a confident, forward-looking identity. Early interactions focused on understanding the company’s work culture, ethical framework, and expectations in a professional environment. Efficiency, transparency, and long-term usability emerged as key considerations. These insights shaped a design approach that prioritized spatial clarity and purpose over visual excess, ensuring that the workspace remains relevant and adaptable over time.

The design language follows a minimalist-modern approach with bold identity cues, establishing a calm and professional backdrop. Clean lines, neutral finishes, and controlled material transitions establish a calm and professional backdrop. This restraint allows the space to function efficiently while offering visual relief in an otherwise demanding corporate setting. The minimalist framework also provides the flexibility required in a contemporary workplace, accommodating both focused work and collaborative interactions.

ahmedabad,gujarat,india

Architects	:	One.9 Design Studio
Area	:	3100 sq. ft.
Year of Completion	:	2025
Website	:	https://www.instagram.com/one.9designstudio/

Reception & Waiting Lounge of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

Corridor of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

Workstation of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

At the heart of the project lies the concept of “The Red Core.” Red is introduced not as a decorative flourish, but as a strategic design element that anchors the entire office. Used selectively across ceilings, graphic elements, and key surfaces, the colour creates visual continuity and rhythm. Set against a palette of beige, taupe, and natural textures, the red accents bring energy and movement without overwhelming the senses. The colour becomes a brand-led marker, guiding perception and reinforcing identity across spaces.

Spatial planning follows an open and directive logic. Circulation paths are clear and intuitive, allowing seamless movement through the office. Workstations, leadership cabins, and shared spaces are arranged to maintain a clear hierarchy while encouraging visual connection. Transparency is achieved through the use of glass and fluted glass partitions, which balance openness with functional separation. This approach supports collaboration while ensuring privacy where required. Exposed services further enhance the contemporary character, reinforcing honesty in design and construction.

Workstation of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

Conference room of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

One of the key challenges was maintaining equilibrium between bold accents and minimalist restraint. Introducing a strong colour like red required precision in placement and proportion. Another challenge lay in coordinating custom on-site fabrication with modular workstation systems. These were addressed through detailed drawings, mock-ups, and close coordination during execution, ensuring consistency across materials, finishes, and junctions.

The project combines custom-built elements with modular solutions to achieve efficiency without compromising on design intent. Marble flooring provides a refined and durable base, while veneer panels introduce warmth and tactile contrast. Fluted glass adds texture and subtle privacy, and metal elements contribute to a restrained industrial undertone. PU finishes ensure crisp detailing, while carpets define work zones and improve acoustic comfort. Select walls finished in lime wash soften the overall palette, lending depth and understated richness to the interiors.

Muted tones form the foundation of the colour palette, allowing materials and light to shape the spatial experience. Beige and taupe surfaces create visual calm, while natural textures add warmth. Red accents, graphic wall murals, and suspended lighting introduce moments of focus and character. The lighting strategy remains minimal yet expressive, with suspended fixtures adding depth and reinforcing spatial order without visual clutter.

Manager's cabin of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

Among the many design features, the red ceiling accents paired with custom suspended lighting stand out as the defining element of the office. This gesture visually anchors the open spaces and reinforces the central concept, creating cohesion across different zones. It captures the essence of the project, confident yet restrained, expressive yet disciplined.

What sets The Red Core apart is its ability to merge minimalist-modern aesthetics with a strong brand narrative. Exposed services, controlled materiality, and a precise colour strategy come together to create a refined yet energetic workplace. The office functions not just as a place of work, but as a spatial reflection of Gayatri Microns Ltd.’s values.

Directors cabin of The Red Core - Gayatri Microns Corporate Office by One.9 Design Studio

The project embodies One.9 Design Studio’s design philosophy, where aesthetics and functionality are intrinsically linked. By grounding design decisions in the client’s culture and operational needs, the studio has crafted a workspace that feels purposeful, contemporary, and enduring, a true extension of the brand it represents.