Villa Élan

De Montfort University

Project idea

Project Declaration

Project Name: Villa Élan
Location: Kerala, India
Project Type: Residential Interior Design
Area: 2700 sq. ft.

Project Concept and Idea

Villa Élan is conceived as a contemporary sanctuary that harmoniously blends luxury, functionality, and elegance. The design concept revolves around creating a fluid, cohesive interior that enhances the daily living experience while expressing modern sophistication. Every space within the villa has been thoughtfully curated to provide comfort, visual delight, and practical usability.

The project draws inspiration from Kerala’s rich cultural context while integrating modern design principles, premium materials, and innovative spatial planning. The villa serves as both a private retreat and a functional home, offering spaces that are flexible, inviting, and harmonious with natural light and surroundings.

Context

Situated in Kerala, the villa is designed to respond to the local climate, lifestyle, and aesthetic sensibilities. The interior layout emphasizes open, airy spaces, seamless circulation, and a connection with the outdoors, while maintaining a contemporary language that reflects modern luxury living. The use of natural textures, warm tones, and carefully selected materials ensures the design is both regionally contextual and globally relevant.

Project description

The scope of the Villa Élan interior design project encompasses a comprehensive transformation of a 2700 sq. ft. residential villa into a modern, luxurious, and functional home. The solution addresses multiple aspects of spatial planning, aesthetics, material selection, and user experience, aiming to create a harmonious balance between beauty and practicality.

Key elements of the project solution include:

Spatial Planning and Zoning: Redesigning the internal layout to ensure seamless circulation, optimal functionality, and clear zoning of private, semi-private, and social spaces.

Interior Aesthetic and Conceptual Design: Establishing a contemporary design language that combines minimalism, elegance, and warmth, integrating premium materials, textures, and finishes to create a sophisticated environment.

Lighting and Ambience: Strategically designing natural and artificial lighting solutions to enhance spatial perception, highlight design elements, and create a comfortable atmosphere throughout the villa.

Furniture, Fixtures, and Decor: Selection of bespoke and contemporary furniture, fixtures, and accessories that complement the architectural form and enhance user experience.

Sustainability and Contextual Integration: Incorporating local materials, climate-sensitive solutions, and energy-efficient strategies to ensure the design is both environmentally responsible and contextually relevant.

User Experience Optimization: Crafting interiors that prioritize comfort, functionality, and emotional well-being, creating spaces that feel inviting, elegant, and practical for daily life.

Technical information

1. Flooring

Living & Dining Areas: Engineered hardwood flooring with natural oak finish, matte sealant for durability and minimal reflection.

Bedrooms: Laminated wood flooring with warm undertones for comfort and acoustic insulation.

Bathrooms & Wet Areas: Anti-slip vitrified tiles in neutral tones, high-grade epoxy grout for water resistance and maintenance ease.

Balconies & Outdoor Transitional Spaces: Textured porcelain tiles for slip resistance and weather durability.

2. Walls and Finishes

Living & Social Spaces: Smooth plaster with low-VOC emulsion paint in soft neutral palette, accent walls featuring natural stone cladding or textured wallpapers.

Bedrooms: Feature walls with eco-friendly wallpapers or lime-wash finishes for visual depth and warmth.

Bathrooms & Wet Areas: Ceramic and porcelain wall tiles with moisture-resistant paint on non-tiled surfaces.

Ceilings: POP false ceiling with integrated recessed lighting; gypsum finish for smoothness.

3. Lighting

General Lighting: Recessed LED downlights throughout, supplemented with dimmable cove lighting in living and bedrooms.

Accent Lighting: Track lights for artwork and architectural features; pendant lights in dining and kitchen areas.

Smart Controls: Automated lighting with dimming and scene selection integrated with smart home system.

4. Joinery & Woodwork

Wardrobes and Cabinets: Modular plywood construction with laminate or veneer finish; soft-close mechanisms for doors and drawers.

Kitchen: High-gloss laminated cabinets with stone countertop (engineered quartz), integrated appliances, and concealed handle system.

Doors: Solid-core wooden doors with veneer finish; fire-rated doors for utility areas.

5. Furniture & Fixtures

Custom Furniture: Bespoke sofas, dining units, and storage elements designed to match spatial flow and aesthetics.

Lighting Fixtures: Combination of LED pendants, wall sconces, and recessed fixtures in modern minimal designs.

Sanitary Fixtures: Premium European brand fittings for bathrooms, including wall-mounted taps, rain showers, and concealed cisterns.

6. Materials and Finishes

Stone: Natural marble for feature countertops, quartz for kitchen surfaces, and granite for utility areas.

Metals: Powder-coated aluminum and stainless steel for railings, hardware, and fixtures.

Glass: Tempered and laminated safety glass for balcony railings, partitions, and feature panels.

Textiles: Upholstery in high-performance fabrics and natural fiber rugs to enhance comfort and acoustic properties.

7. Sustainability & Efficiency

Use of energy-efficient LED lighting and low-VOC paints.

Locally sourced materials wherever possible to reduce carbon footprint.

Climate-responsive design: Natural ventilation and daylight optimization to reduce energy demand.

8. Technology Integration

Smart home system controlling lighting, climate, and security.

Multi-room audio-visual setup integrated seamlessly with interior design.

High-speed network and concealed wiring for clean aesthetics.