Rejecting the notion of a singular style, FADD Studio embraces a philosophy of constant evolution and originality in design
The world of design is in a constant state of flux; exploring and evolving into and out of new ideas, concepts, trends and fads. It is also about revisiting older trends that were set decades ago and reinterpreting them in a fresh and contemporary way. So is the philosophy of FADD Studio. While FADD is an acronym for Farah and Dhaval Design, it is also a play on the word ‘fad’.
“It is easy to stagnate into a style that becomes a firm’s identity. And we believe that having a singular style defies the purpose of design, which is to push beyond what we know, achieve something novel and unique in every project, and be constantly propelled out of our comfort zone into a world where we not only embrace new concepts and techniques but also create fads of our own,” elaborates Farah, an alumni of the Istitutio Marangoni, Milan. Dhaval, who studied at Rachana Sansad’s Academy of Architecture in Mumbai, concurs, “With this stubborn sensibility and desire to be original, we aspire not to create a style unique to us but to give you a design identity that is exclusive to you and your space whether it is a home, restaurant or store.”
PROJECT IN FOCUS – CLERMONT RESIDENCE
Location: SNN Clermont, Bengaluru
Typology: Residential
Year of completion: 2023
Design Concept: A peach canvas interspersed with soft 3D forms and meandering striped patterns in black and whites
Material Palette: A medley of materials intersected in harmony
What we heart: The two cut outs between the floors and their nature-inspired shapes
Flavors of fluidity; versions of voluptuousness; and caricatures of curves fill this home with softness. Peach-pink marble flooring with a unique stripe inlay is used in the house to enhance the story of curves. The ceiling takes in a topographical feel with concentric wave shaped steps. A circular and sculptural staircase with rounded marble risers is also an added detail. Walls like waves go from the lower level to the ceiling of the upper level of the duplex. With blacks, whites and peaches as the neutrals, this home is a work of art on its own.
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