Industrial Chic Corporate Interior Designs
I design workspaces that blend raw industrial aesthetics with modern acoustic comfort. Explore how exposed materials and thoughtful lighting can transform a professional environment.
The spacious boardroom at Anthea Pharma, designed for 20 people, features a vaulted concrete ceiling for acoustics and walls clad in brick from Kerala. The design blends Indian craftsmanship with locally sourced materials for an elegant and warm atmosphere.
A side view of the Anthea Pharma boardroom, highlighting the combination of vertical and herringbone brick patterns and custom acoustic panels. Elegant teakwood spindles were added to refine the acoustics and add aesthetic grace.
A close-up of the boardroom's brick cladding and teakwood detailing. The raw cement grouting enhances the visual texture while also serving as a sound barrier, demonstrating a fusion of function and design.
A seating nook within the boardroom, showcasing the detailed brickwork and teakwood spindles. This space provides a comfortable breakout area while maintaining the room's sophisticated, acoustically optimized design.
The discussion table area within the Managing Director's cabin at Anthea Pharma. The design features a chatai ceiling treatment and wooden acoustic panels behind the dual screens to ensure excellent sound quality for meetings.
The main desk area in the MD's cabin at Anthea Pharma, with a William grey marble top and views of the surrounding greenery. The space is designed with a refined, mid-century modern feel, using a subtle color palette and acoustically optimized materials.
A discussion room at Anthea Pharma designed for functionality and acoustics. The space features wooden paneling, a herringbone-patterned floor, and custom writing boards, all illuminated by a bold, centrally suspended LED fixture.
About this collection
A recurring challenge in corporate design is balancing the raw appeal of industrial materials with necessary sound management. In projects like Anthea Pharma, I addressed this by using brick cladding from Kerala and teakwood spindles not just for their visual warmth, but as functional sound barriers. This layering, combining exposed concrete ceilings with acoustic panels, is a technique I use to ensure that the open-plan industrial look remains practical and quiet enough for focused work.
My approach to industrial chic corporate environments is rooted in the idea that a workspace should support both productivity and well-being. Unlike generic office fit-outs, these projects utilize honest materials to create a narrative of craftsmanship within a professional setting.
Materiality and Acoustics
In my office design projects, the aesthetic is driven by the site's structural potential. I prioritize the use of authentic, tactile materials. Exposed brick, concrete finishes, and natural wood are central to this style, but they must be applied with technical precision to avoid echo and noise issues common in large corporate floor plans. By using elements like traditional chattayi ceiling treatments or vertical wooden flutes, I can optimize acoustics without relying on standard, uninspiring false ceilings.
Designing for Workflow
Every office has unique requirements for collaboration and focus. At Anthea Pharma, for instance, the layout balances private cabins with open-plan workstations, using glass partitions to maintain visual connectivity without sacrificing privacy. Lighting is another critical layer; rather than uniform overhead panels, I prefer architectural track lights or suspended LED fixtures that highlight textures and create distinct zones within the office.
Contextual Design
Whether I am working on a new site in Hyderabad or a commercial space in Bengaluru, the goal remains the same: a workspace that feels grounded. This involves integrating greenery, such as courtyard planters or desktop Bonsai installations, to provide a refreshing relief during intense workdays. The result is a professional environment that does not feel like a factory, but rather a space that respects the employees who inhabit it.
Studio Skapa
I am Charita Kishore Rupa, and my architectural practice is driven by the belief that a workspace should be as inspiring as it is functional. I focus on merging local craftsmanship with modern requirements to create offices that feel both grounded and professional.
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