This project was in collaboration with Aloka Design Studio and Ajith, an artist and mural curator, we transformed this entrance wall into a canvas. The mural was designed to capture the spirit of Chennai in an abstract, eye-catching way—without the use of words.
Type : Wall Mural
Location: Chennai, India
Year : 2022
Team : Aloka Design Studio
Role : Interior Architect
Roles Performed : Design Conceptualization, Visualization , Project Management (until construction)
DESIGN EVOLUTION
MATERIAL LANGUAGE
FINAL OUTCOME
The design was inspired by arches, a recurring feature across the space. The artwork (10 ft x 14 ft) was broken into smaller modules using CAD, then cut on MDF boards with a CNC machine. On-site, the pieces were assembled like a puzzle—glued and screwed onto the wall. By layering components across five levels, the artwork created a sense of depth and visual movement. Finally, spray painting and lighting added dimension, while placing it at eye level made it feel warm, inviting, and perfectly proportioned for the space.
Credits : Ajith, Sona, Divya, Rajesh, Niveditta and Sarah.
CONCEPT & DIRECTION
The blank wall near the entrance was always getting dirty from hands and feet. Instead of leaving it plain, we turned it into a striking artwork that would both protect the wall and catch people’s attention. The client wanted to celebrate monuments that have stood the test of time, so we reimagined them as line art and arranged them into a large collage. To keep it timeless and elegant, we chose a monochrome look instead of adding color.
MDF boards (5mm thick) layered to create depth up to 20mm
CNC-cut panels for precise shapes and details
White PU spray paint for a clean, monochrome finish
Focus lights to bring out shadows and depth
