The thing about the term abundance is that it can be counterintuitive when we set out in search for interior inspirations for our homes. Every design find is a possible, new reason to bring it home. To embellish spaces where we convene and carouse and for rooms where we retreat in solitude. After all, our homes are meant to be a montage of things that add to its visual allure. With an all-new home experience centre, Essentia Environments captures this very essence.
Sprawling two floors and a grand 25,000 sq ft in Gurugram, this immersive centre is emblematic of their new brand Essentia Home. A trove of all things tangible and intangible, style-forward furniture, furnishings and curated fragrances, majorly made in India, assume focus. The space emerges as a result of Hardesh, Monica and Hridik Chawla’s quest for pieces that are synonymous to a holistic living experience.
Vesatile pieces adorn the experience centre; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
Dubbed the welcome corner, a set of striking end tables in bold tones rest alongside a sofa, custom cushions and a coffee table made in Indian stone with a PIANO finish. The veneer back panelling adds a visual volume crafted by the brand’s artisans in exclusive fabrics; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
“We strive to maximise the use of generated waste by repurposing it into practical, everyday products. For instance, stone waste from coffee tables and other items is creatively transformed into tissue boxes, trays and coasters.
We are committed to using materials of Indian origin, with a particular emphasis on Indian stone,” explains Hardesh, Director and Monica, Creative Head of Essentia Environments on the process of curating a thoughtful assembly of design elements for homes.
PIANO, the console and bench finished in Indian stone sit alongside a single-material dining table with a bar in the background; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanBars draped in naturally polished Indian stone and matte finish stand with the Ionic order sculptures; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
This corner exhibits fluid frames on a mirror, a dressing table and a chair; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
An eclectic universe, the ground floor lays out an array of materials like soft marble and rugged wood to contrast glass and veneer. While natural light bounces off the bar counter in the day, Italian lights from Melogranoblu glow over the dining and fireplace setups by night.
On the first floor, dining areas, bedrooms and living areas engulf bespoke furniture and soft accents like artworks and rugs alongside imposing 12 ft high doors that convey a sense of grandeur. Beyond the surface beauty of visuals, the local roots of craftsmanship here are tightly knit in as well. And it’s probably this interplay of the indigenous and modern that makes the space so encompassing, inspiring at once a feeling of being at home and ahead of global trends.
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A rust-coloured metal screen frames a native Champa tree, seamlessly integrating nature into this bespoke open kitchen counter, featuring an automated kitchen that opens with ease. The sink, sculpted entirely from stone, complements the ample storage and drawers, all finished in polished natural stone of Indian origin; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanThe dining setup features a PIANO-finished Indian stone table paired with handcrafted chairs from Essentia’s exclusive fabric and leather range, all complemented by Essentia’s own curtain collection and a striking stone fireplace; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanEssentia’s exterior façade draws inspiration from the simplicity of a single cuboid geometry. With a light colour palette and minimalist materials, the design showcases a cohesive form punctuated by strategic voids; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanEssentia Experience Centre Entrance Foyer: Featuring carved branding with Laminam and a custom matte sculpture by our in-house artist. A round stone block-legged, travertine-finished bench; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanLuxurious sofas, benches, and accent chairs upholstered in Essentia’s exclusive fabrics and leathers, complemented by Indian stone coffee and end tables with a signature PIANO finish; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanThe master bedroom features a poster bed with a wooden frame and fabric back, complemented by raw beaten stone legs. The bold-coloured ottoman in a lighter fabric adds subtlety to the palette; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanA centrepiece from their premium Ganga collection, crafted from Indian stone with a PIANO finish, alongside accent seating from Essentia’s exclusive fabric collection; Photography by Atul Pratap ChauhanLuxurious sofas, benches, and accent chairs upholstered in Essentia’s exclusive fabrics and leathers, complemented by Indian stone coffee and end tables with a signature PIANO finish; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
Essentia leather, with meticulous stitching on the sofas and accent chairs. The coffee table features a glass top supported by individual solid wood and unique metal sculptural blocks. A stone console with a PIANO finish, hand-carved animal sculpture in matte polish, and wooden legs coated in metallic paint; Photography by Atul Pratap Chauhan
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