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Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects

Architecture

17-08-2025

Photographer : Mr. Ritam Das & Mr. Vaibhav Bhatia

Text provided by Elsa Anna Simon

Nibhrite — meaning “in solitude” in Bengali — evokes a sense of stillness and personal retreat amidst the bustle of Kolkata. The project draws inspiration from fusing nostalgic elements of the city’s aesthetics with contemporary design. The apartment, situated on the 24th floor of a prominent gated community, is owned by a family of three. The brief was to declutter and optimise the existing four-bedroom layout, which included a servant’s quarter. 

With a built-up area of 3,866 sq. ft., the linear layout was reconfigured to create spatial sequences that felt cohesive and intuitive. A muted grey palette, accent colours, natural light, wooden rafters, rattan weave, and sensitive landscaping, composes a carefully curated mise-en-scène. The client envisioned a home that felt connected and deeply personal—where everyone had their own private space, yet could come together in a common area to unwind. 

Kolkata,West Bengal,India

Architects : Asijit Khan Architects
Area : 3866 sq. ft.
Year of Completion : 2024
Website : https://www.instagram.com/asijitkhan_architects/

Formal living of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Informal living of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Living area of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Dining of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Dining of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects

An open kitchen was designed with a built-in burner and a wooden slab serving as a breakfast counter. The adjoining dining area, anchored by a concrete-topped table, extends towards the uthan (central court), where a two-way swing knits the spaces together, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.The master bedroom, with its micro-topped floor, teak poster bed, and wooden rafters, carries a distinct sense of nostalgia. Ergonomically designed teak furniture, intricately woven rattan, and brass accents further enrich this charm. 

Overall, the existing layout was turned into a three-bedroom configuration, with walls deliberately left uncluttered, devoid of wall shelves and panels. At any point, one encounters the combination of concrete and wood—Nibhrite, in essence.


Passage to family living of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Family living of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Bedroom of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Bedroom of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Bedroom 2 of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Bedroom 2 of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Bedroom 3 of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Study area of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Washroom of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects


Washroom of Nibhrite by Asijit Khan Architects



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