01/11/2025
Designed for a dynamic 75 year-old CEO, the residence is equal parts personal retreat and occasional hub for family gatherings and work-related meetings. Transit Home is a 2,500 sq.ft. private residence in Egmore, Chennai, carved out of a vintage office building. The vision was to respect the age and character of the architecture, ensuring that the interiors felt like a natural extension of the home’s history rather than a starkly modern contrast. The result is a layered, time-capsule-like residence where vintage warmth, mid-century modern pieces, Bauhaus influences, and Indian craft traditions come together seamlessly.
The transformation from office to home presented both challenges and opportunities. Restrictions on structural changes meant the design evolved into distinct, characterful pockets: a foyer created from a former cubicle, a living and dining zone carved out of larger chambers, and new bathrooms integrated with care to preserve the building’s integrity. These constraints became advantages, giving the residence a unique, organic flow — from the staircase leading into the master suite, to a subtle nagada step up into the walk-in closet, to a playful internal window that connects the library, media room, and foyer in layered sightlines.
The home’s signature feature is the continuous mosaic flooring, tying every space together with a sense of rhythm and continuity. Rich wood tones, handmade rugs, and surfaces in local travertine, marble, and granite bring depth and tactility. In contrast, stainless steel accents across furniture, lighting, and decor infuse a Bauhaus-inspired sharpness.
Shot by : phosartstudio
