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GALENE

Project

Residential

Location

Chennai, India

Area - Year

8200 sq.ft - 2024

Design Team

Gayatri Gunjal - Damodaran - Kaviya

Photographer

Phosartstudio

Styling

YellowSub Studio

A Serene Haven by the Azure Sea

"In the stillness of the sea, we find peace, and in the quiet of our home, we find ourselves."
— Anonymous

In the heart of bustling Madras, where the urban pulse meets the rhythmic whispers of the Bay of Bengal, lies Galene— a home defined by its minimalist purity and artistic soul. The name, inspired by the Greek goddess of calm seas, reflects not just the tranquility of the space, but also the sense of simplicity that anchors its design.

This expansive 8,200 square-foot duplex is a study in the power of white space. Every room is an exercise in elegant simplicity, where clean lines and open areas create an atmosphere of quiet sophistication. The home unfolds as a symphony of soft whites, neutral tones, and muted palettes, where each shade subtly blends into the next. The result is a space where colors don’t compete, but rather, intermingled with each other, they form a seamless whole—an elegant backdrop for the art and decor that punctuate the interiors. The challenge was to create a home that not only reflected the client’s quirky, artistic personality but also served as a safe, functional haven for their twin baby girls, barely two years old. The design ensures that while the spaces remain open and uncluttered, they retain a sense of warmth and character. The color palette is key here: muted whites and neutrals stretch across walls and floors, while carefully chosen artworks and accents introduce bursts of personality. These colors, though subtle in tone, converse with each other—soft beiges next to chalky whites, and the occasional pop of color from curated artworks and decor pieces, creating a visual rhythm that feels alive without disrupting the calm.

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Stepping into Galene reveals the magic of its layout—a continuous flow where each space connects effortlessly to the next. The lower floor of the duplex is dedicated to the social heart of the home, with a foyer that gently transitions into the home. The living rooms, the kitchens, dining area, and guest bedroom flow seamlessly into one another, creating an open, inviting space for movement and interaction, while expansive decks stretch across the lower level, blurring the line between interior and exterior.

The upper floor of the home remains equally true to the concept of openness and light. The family area, bedrooms, and playroom each evoke a sense of relaxation, with large windows framing unobstructed views of the sea. The neutral color scheme extends here, offering a visual continuity that pulls the natural world inside, without overwhelming the senses. Even the bathrooms, with their clean lines and open windows, invite the bay’s soft light and colors into the space, further enhancing the quiet harmony of the design.

Galene is a place where minimalism doesn’t mean emptiness, but rather the careful arrangement of colors and forms. It’s a space where white is not just a color but a canvas, and the colors that emerge within it are free to speak in soft tones, creating a home that is as inviting as it is visually engaging.  

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