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Home Transformation Before and After: Modern Renovation Projects

byStudio SkapaTakes projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad & across KarnatakaStarts from2,900 per sq. ft. of Carpet AreaView full gallery

We believe in preserving the soul of a home while adapting it for modern life. See how we reimagine dated, compartmentalized spaces into bright, functional, and breathable sanctuaries.

**BEFORE:** A living area from the 1980s, filled with heavy, dark wood cabinetry, a built-in bar, and terrazzo flooring, which made the space feel dated and compartmentalized.

**AFTER:** The same space, completely transformed. We removed all built-in furniture and walls to create an open, airy Japandi-inspired home. New flooring, lighting, and a minimal aesthetic make it feel bright and modern.

**BEFORE:** A standard, unused penthouse balcony with plain terracotta tiles and an exposed railing, offering little function or appeal.

**AFTER:** The balcony is now a stunning Spanish-style outdoor lounge. We added a glass canopy, a feature wall with stone cladding, patterned floor tiles, and comfortable seating to create a luxurious all-weather living area.

**BEFORE:** A small, crowded kitchen with limited counter space and a wall separating it from the utility area, making it feel dark and impractical.

**AFTER:** We demolished the wall, integrated the utility space, and installed a large, functional island. The new layout, with its natural teak laminate and improved storage, is now the spacious and connected heart of the home.

**BEFORE:** The original layout featured a bulky, built-in credenza and bar that separated the kitchen from the living area, creating a visual barrier.

**AFTER:** By removing the built-ins and swapping the living and dining areas, we created a connected family lounge. A new bifold window behind the sofa now offers a direct, yet optional, link to the kitchen.

**BEFORE:** The client's original octagonal dining table, a cherished family heirloom, but with a dated finish and seated at a lower, less ergonomic height.

**AFTER:** We restored and elevated the table, giving it a fresh veneer, a new quartz top, and a lazy Susan. It is now a functional, modern centerpiece that honors its history.

About The Power of Transformation: Before & After

The most significant changes in our projects often happen where they are least visible. We rarely just update finishes; we physically reconfigure layouts, such as merging cramped utility zones with kitchens or swapping living and dining areas, to fundamentally alter how light and movement flow through your home.

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