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17-06-2025

When they were first approached for this project, the brief seemed deceptively simple: the client wanted a serene, all-white home that felt clean, composed, and luxurious. But they quickly realized that the challenge wasn’t in keeping it white, it was in keeping it warm. White, in its purest form, can feel sterile or impersonal. Their goal became clear: to retain the purity of a minimal palette while crafting a home that felt soft, soulful, and deeply lived-in.

This project, which they named The House of Panache, reflects their studio’s core philosophy: every detail matters. They believe that the most meaningful homes are those where every detail is intentional, where materials are chosen not to impress but to comfort, and where silence becomes a design language in itself.

Their approach was grounded in restraint and clarity. They didn’t want to rely on bold statements or decorative excess. Instead, they built the visual language from the ground up using curated textures, gentle lighting, layered neutrals, and a unified material story. The idea was to create a sensory calm throughout the home without letting the space feel flat or monotonous.

They transitioned from stark white to a warmer palette: tones like Irish Cream, blush-tinted PU, soft matte whites, and muted greys. Texture became their most powerful tool. Fluted panels, boucle upholstery, ribbed detailing, and cove lighting all came together to bring quiet richness to each space.

Pune,Maharashtra,India

Architects	:	Duende Designs
Area	:	1700 sq. ft.
Year of Completion	:	2025
Website	:	https://duendedesigns.com/

Living room of House of Panache by Duende Designs

In the living room, they worked with a clean envelope of creamy white walls and ceilings. A fluted feature wall adds rhythm, while soft boucle seating provides comfort and texture. They introduced contrast through small, deliberate gestures such as a black coffee table, brass accents, and sculptural decor, all placed to complement the calm.

Living room of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Living to Dining of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Dining of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The dining area continues this quiet luxury. A Lippan-inspired wall artwork, done in neutral tones, offers a rooted, handcrafted element. A minimal dining table and a backlit glass-fronted crockery cabinet strike a balance between utility and elegance.

Dining of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Dining & Kitchen of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Kitchen view from dining area of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Kitchen of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The kitchen was designed to visually disappear into the home’s design narrative. Matte white cabinetry, warm brass hardware, and ambient lighting keep it light and seamless. It feels like a natural extension of the common areas rather than a break in mood or materiality.

Lounge Area of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The lounge, tucked away and smaller in scale, was treated as a reflective retreat. Ribbed paneling, recessed lighting, and monochrome accents make this zone feel more intimate and thoughtful.

Master Bedroom of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Each bedroom carries its own mood while staying within the larger language. The master bedroom is wrapped in creamy blush tones, with a padded headboard and layered bedding for softness. A chaise by the window turns an unused corner into a place for pause.

Master Bedroom of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Kids Room of House of Panache by Duende Designs

In the kids’ bedroom, they introduced light playfulness without relying on bright colours. A safari-inspired illustrated wallpaper brings in imagination, while rounded furniture and an arched toy shelf offer visual softness and function. It is a room that grows with the child without standing apart from the design language.

Kids Room of House of Panache by Duende Designs

Guest Bedroom of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The guest bedroom is minimal yet textural. A subtle botanical print forms the backdrop to an otherwise clean space, designed to be welcoming to anyone who stays. It is restful, neutral, and coherent with the rest of the home.

Guest Bedroom of House of Panache by Duende Designs

What tied the home together was their attention to tone, finish, and consistency. Every detail was calibrated with care. PU finishes were matched to the Irish Cream laminates, lighting was observed across the day, and textures were layered to add depth without clutter.

They selected materials that felt luxurious without being flashy. Soft velvets, matte laminates, fluted glass, brushed brass, and textured fabrics allowed the home to feel sophisticated yet grounded. The goal was to let the materials carry the experience without relying on colour or excess. The wave wall at the entrance became a spatial experience, not just a visual feature. The Lippan-inspired wall in the dining area brought an emotional anchor to the space, connecting modernity with craft in a subtle way.

Guest Bedroom of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The biggest challenge they faced wasn’t technical, it was perceptual. The client was fully committed to an all-white vision, and expanding that into a warmer, more livable palette took trust and time. They created on-site samples, tested finishes in various lights, and built the visual language layer by layer. This project reminded them of something they always believed. Subtlety takes effort. Designing a quiet home demands more attention, more precision, and more care than designing a bold one. When there is less, everything is visible. Every joint, seam, material, and proportion needs to be resolved beautifully.

The House of Panache is not about spectacle. It is about sensitivity. It is a home that speaks through softness, balance, and detail. It reflects their belief that a home should be felt before it is seen, that luxury can be quiet, and that design is most powerful when it is rooted in intent. Most of all, it reminds them that when design is done with care and clarity, the space will speak for itself.

Entrance foyer of House of Panache by Duende Designs

The entrance foyer sets the tone with a custom-designed wave wall. Softly illuminated and sculptural, it introduces the home’s language: continuous, tactile, and intentional. Built-in niches and concealed cabinetry add function without disturbing the calm.