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26-08-2025

Photographer : Nilkanth Bharucha, Noaidwin Sttudio

On the buzzing streets of Jubilee Hills, where the city rarely pauses, Twofold offers a sculptural moment of stillness. Designed by Studio KXS, this 4,000 sq ft café stands out with a bold, folded façade—a smooth outer skin peeling away to reveal a glowing brick core. It's a visual conversation between two eras: sleek minimalism meets hand-crafted heritage.

Inside, the palette remains quiet and monochrome—a deliberate canvas of grayscale tones that allow texture and form to take center stage. Polished concrete, brushed stone, and soft grey upholstery create a seamless material language, punctuated by diffused lighting that shifts gently through the day. A bold black staircase cuts through the space like a sculptural element, hovering above a minimalist-raked gravel bed—subtly referencing the contemplative calm of Japanese zen gardens. The interiors are cohesive and restrained, offering a tactile and tonal experience that encourages slowness, reflection, and presence.

Whether you arrive for their meticulously sourced third-wave coffee or signature ceremonial-grade matcha, Twofold is a space that holds intention. It's a design that invites you to slow down, observe textures, and engage with the space as you would with a handcrafted brew—layer by layer.