Sculptural Walls Inspired By The Intricate Detailing Of Indian Temple Architecture

October 31, 2024
Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

Abin Design Studio has shared photos of an interior they designed for a gallery and store that displays Italian furniture in Kolkata, India.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

The striking interior seamlessly blends the finesse and elegance of Italian craftsmanship with the vibrancy of Indian design traditions.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

The designers took these traditions and included sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

The intricate walls are made with meticulously crafted mouldings in Plaster of Paris, achieving a dynamic and visually stunning aesthetic.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

These sculptural elements serve as a unique backdrop for the exhibition of Italian furniture pieces, creating a seamless interplay of textures, forms, and cultural influences.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

Lighting in the ceiling allows shadows to be cast from the wall detailing, highlighting the intricate details of the designs.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.
Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

Here’s a closer look at the walls and the various designs.

Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.
Sculptural walls inspired by the intricate detailing of Indian temple architecture, and made from Plaster of Paris, line the wall of a gallery and store for Italian furniture.

Here’s a few behind-the-scenes photos that provides a glimpse as to how the walls were made, as well as the floor plan.

Behind-the-scenes photos of sculptural walls being made.
Behind-the-scenes photos of sculptural walls being made.
The floor plan of a gallery and store.
Photography by Ashish Sahi | Office Name: Abin Design Studio | Lead Architect: Abin Chaudhuri | Design Team: Paromita Chatterjee and Svasti Agrawal | Site Coordinator: Sudip Sharma