PRIMUS
PRIMUS
The project focused on designing a show flat and lounge for a senior living community, providing the opportunity to explore both the physical and emotional aspects of senior living. The project allowed me to integrate research from my architectural thesis, deepening my understanding of user-centered design for elderly residents.
The project focused on designing a show flat and lounge for a senior living community, providing the opportunity to explore both the physical and emotional aspects of senior living. The project allowed me to integrate research from my architectural thesis, deepening my understanding of user-centered design for elderly residents.
Typology
Commercial Interior Design
Commercial Interior Design
Year
2024
2024
Location
Bangalore, India
Bangalore, India
Mentors
Ar. Nischal Abhayakumar
Ar. Nischal Abhayakumar
Ar. Jesal Pathak
Ar. Jesal Pathak
Research
Research
Our initial step was to study spatial layouts with a focus on barrier-free movement, ergonomics, heights, and forms, while carefully observing daily activities and how each space would be used. We prioritized physical safety, integrating elements such as alarms, recliner seating, wheelchair accessibility, and hobby corners to support the lifestyle of older individuals who spend much of their time at home.
Our initial step was to study spatial layouts with a focus on barrier-free movement, ergonomics, heights, and forms, while carefully observing daily activities and how each space would be used. We prioritized physical safety, integrating elements such as alarms, recliner seating, wheelchair accessibility, and hobby corners to support the lifestyle of older individuals who spend much of their time at home.
Initial Research Diagram
Interior Research Concepts
Materials & Mood
Materials & Mood
We used simple Kota stone flooring as a neutral base, allowing colors and textures from handcrafted pieces and fabric furniture to stand out.
We used simple Kota stone flooring as a neutral base, allowing colors and textures from handcrafted pieces and fabric furniture to stand out.
Fluted glass with tall MS-frame doors in the lounge and teak wood doors with moulding in the model unit created a subtle backdrop, balanced with indoor plants throughout the space.
Fluted glass with tall MS-frame doors in the lounge and teak wood doors with moulding in the model unit created a subtle backdrop, balanced with indoor plants throughout the space.
Antique brass accents and traditional Indian art added richness, while rugs added warmth and lime plaster brought the fresh-airy look.
Antique brass accents and traditional Indian art added richness, while rugs added warmth and lime plaster brought the fresh-airy look.
Material Board
Part 1
Lounge
Lounge
Inspired by Bangalore’s “Garden City” identity, the lounge evokes nostalgia for older residents who grew up surrounded by greenery.
Inspired by Bangalore’s “Garden City” identity, the lounge evokes nostalgia for older residents who grew up surrounded by greenery.
A simple material palette of Kota stone flooring, lush indoor planting, and a mix of classic furniture styles creates a warm, familiar atmosphere. The layout prioritises barrier-free movement and ample seating capacity, balancing comfort with accessibility.
A simple material palette of Kota stone flooring, lush indoor planting, and a mix of classic furniture styles creates a warm, familiar atmosphere. The layout prioritises barrier-free movement and ample seating capacity, balancing comfort with accessibility.
Lounge Floor Plan
Part 2
Model Unit – 2.5BHK
Model Unit – 2.5BHK
Designed around comfort and ease of movement, the apartment reflects a contemporary Indian aesthetic with bright colors and abundant natural light. The space feels open, functional, and inviting — a modern home that celebrates everyday living.
Designed around comfort and ease of movement, the apartment reflects a contemporary Indian aesthetic with bright colors and abundant natural light. The space feels open, functional, and inviting — a modern home that celebrates everyday living.
Model Unit Floor Plan
