- Interior
In Jubilee Hills, Studio Nilasha realised Hygge Haus, a residential project in which softness forms the architectural foundation. The 560-square-metre residence is located on the top floor of a multi-family building and was designed as a peaceful retreat above the city. The residents requested a home that would feel comforting and sheltered, a starting point that Studio Nilasha translated into an interior without harsh transitions. Curved lines, rounded passageways and flowing volumes define the rhythm of the spaces, with Scandinavian warmth and Japanese tranquillity as the main references.
Studio Nilasha is known for interiors in which emotion and functionality are equally important. Rather than beginning with decoration, the studio focuses on the way residents move through and live within a space. In Hygge Haus, that approach took on a particularly distinctive form. Because the designers became involved during the shell construction phase, they were able to help shape the architecture itself. Corners made way for rounded walls, recesses and arches, while higher ceilings and larger windows bring additional daylight into the home. The design studio also worked with a strong emphasis on materiality. Oak flooring, subtle textures, bespoke furniture and carefully selected lighting all reinforce the calm character of the residence. 
The interior was developed around two distinct atmospheres, entirely tailored to the wishes of the residents. Their private living areas were given a restrained and serene appearance, while the communal spaces contain more expressive accents for entertaining and family gatherings. The central living area forms the heart of the project and overlooks a Zen-inspired courtyard garden. In the living room, indirect lines of light follow the curves of the barrel-vaulted ceiling, giving the interior a soft glow in the evening. The entrance hall immediately sets the tone as well, featuring a curved partition wall and cane details that create privacy.
When no suitable coffee table could be found for the modular sofa, Studio Nilasha created one themselves in Kashmiri walnut wood, continuing the organic forms of the space
Furniture and interior details were specifically designed for the project. When no suitable coffee table could be found for the modular sofa, Studio Nilasha created one themselves in Kashmiri walnut wood, continuing the organic forms of the space. A glass partition subtly references Japanese shoji screens, while sculptural lighting introduces additional depth. The kitchen and dining area were also designed around ease of use and daily routines. The dining table flows directly from the kitchen island, extending the pleasure of cooking into a convivial moment of togetherness. 
Throughout the home, small interventions create unexpected perspectives. An originally planned extra bedroom was transformed into a library and home office, featuring a circular opening that offers views of the Zen garden and living area. Each bedroom was also given its own character. The master bedroom combines a vaulted ceiling with warm materials and carefully selected furnishings, while the children’s room was developed around earthy tones and rounded forms. Even the transitional spaces received particular attention, such as a corner with pebbles inspired by Japanese dry gardens.
Photography by Talib Chitalwala
Styling by Samir Wadekar
Text by Carolien Depamelaere