Welcoming Entryways & Outdoor Spaces
Your home's story begins at the front door. We design foyers that act as a warm transition, combining functional storage with the personality you want to feel the moment you walk inside.
The journey into our 'Vasudhalayah' project begins with this stunning foyer. The wall is cloaked in wire-cut bricks with carved niches for family heirlooms, setting a warm, traditional, and personal tone for the home.
The foyer in 'Cover me in Sunshine' greets you with a graceful archway. The space combines style and function with an integrated shoe cabinet, mirror, and a comfortable seater, all finished in a light white oak.
The foyer of 'House of Kismish' is named after the family's beloved pet, who welcomes everyone home. The space features subtle wallpaper and a bench, creating a warm and personal entrance.
The foyer in 'House of Kismish' exudes Victorian grace with its subtle wallpaper, distressed wall mirror, and a floating shoe cabinet that cleverly conceals the DB board.
A teaser video for our 'House of Kismish' project, giving glimpses of the Victorian-inspired foyer, the cozy breakfast nook, and the elegant staircase, all hinting at the warm and personal home within.
Max, the heart of 'Vasudhalayah', has his own special nook. We designed this cozy spot with a brick-tile background for him to lounge in, showing our commitment to designing for every family member.
The 'Vasudhalayah' foyer at night, with the niches beautifully lit to highlight the cherished family heirlooms. The pendant lights and brass urli complete this captivating entryway.
About this collection
A great entryway does more than hold your shoes; it sets the mood for the rest of your home. Whether it is concealing a distribution board behind custom cabinetry or creating a dedicated pet nook that doesn't sacrifice style, we prioritize smart, built-in solutions. We often use archways, natural teak finishes, and warm, layered lighting to turn narrow transitions into the most inviting part of your floor plan.
Designing the Transition
The foyer is often the most overlooked space in a home, yet it is the one you interact with every single day. We approach these areas as the bridge between the outside world and your personal sanctuary. Our goal is to balance the 'mudroom' reality—needing a place for keys, shoes, and bags—with a design that feels intentional and calm.
Materiality & Detail
We love using texture to tell a story before you even reach the living room. In projects like Vasudhalayah, we used wire-cut bricks and carved niches to house family heirlooms, creating a sense of history immediately. For Cover me in Sunshine, we introduced archways and white oak cabinetry to soften the transition and create flow. We don't believe in standard, boxy storage. We prefer to integrate seating benches, louvered shutters, and distressed mirrors that serve a purpose while adding character.
Outdoor Sanctuaries
Beyond the foyer, we treat balconies and terraces as extensions of your living space. A terrace shouldn't just be a place to dry clothes; it should be a retreat. By using weather-proof materials, comfortable wicker seating, and custom bar units with fluted panels, we create areas perfect for evening sundowners or quiet morning tea. Whether it is a small city balcony or an expansive villa terrace, we focus on maximizing the square footage to give you an outdoor spot that actually gets used.
Our Process
When you work with us, we look at the specific constraints of your space—be it a narrow corridor or a blank terrace wall—and rethink the layout. Sometimes this means creating new niches or upgrading flooring to light grey tiles to open up the space. Our designs are bespoke, ensuring that every corner of your home feels like it was made specifically for you.
Simplécede
We are Simplécede, a Bengaluru-based design team that believes a home’s entrance should reflect the life lived inside. We don't just decorate walls; we craft transitions that combine practical storage with the warmth you want to feel the moment you walk through the door.
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