Playful Gurugram Penthouse Inspired by Soft Fluffy Marshmallows

  August 15, 2024
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Imagine living in a home where delicate pastel tones blend seamlessly with smooth, curving lines, enveloping you in a serene and happy atmosphere. This is precisely the experience that Marshmallow, a 2800-square-foot penthouse in Gurugram, India, offers. Designed by Design Doodle Studio, led by husband-and-wife principal architects Vijay and Maha, this project redefines modern luxury and comfort with a bit of magic in hopes of making the owners feel like they’re wrapped in a giant marshmallow.

The studio’s philosophy of creating homes that serve as meaningful sanctuaries is evident in every aspect of Marshmallow. Inspired by the client’s desire for a relaxing yet luxurious environment, the design team wove a narrative that reflects the client’s personality and lifestyle. The result melds soft curves and marshmallow shades, creating a space that feels both inviting and sophisticated.

A modern living room features light-colored furniture, round mirrors, indoor plants, and a view of the outside through an arched window. The decor includes a mix of pink tones and geometric patterns.

Spacious modern living room with curved white sofas, round black coffee table, abstract-patterned carpet, large potted plant, round mirror, and tall arched windows letting in natural light.

Warmth and elegance are the cornerstones of this project, with each material and detail carefully selected to evoke a range of emotions. The studio’s commitment to minimalism, smooth curves, textured elements, and arches is showcased throughout the penthouse, highlighting a design ethos that values simplicity and character. From the moment you enter, the ambiance is both familiar and playful, with plush fabrics, seamless surfaces, and subtle textures that invite you to relax and unwind.

A modern living room with a curved sofa, pillows, a throw blanket, and a circular mirror. Floor-to-ceiling windows open to a patio with potted plants. Light curtains frame the window.

A modern living room with white curved furniture, a black round coffee table, gold archways, a terrazzo floor, and a large indoor plant. The room has a dining area visible through the archway.

A modern interior with a gold archway, striped wall, and round ceiling light fixtures. The open doorway leads to a sitting area with plush furniture and large windows. Decorative vases sit on a shelf.

The layout of the penthouse was reimagined to enhance the living experience, prioritizing spaciousness and comfort. Originally planned as a four-bedroom apartment, it was redesigned to feature three larger sized bedrooms, creating a more open and lush environment. The entrance lobby, a circular space, sets the tone for the journey through the home, leading you to two distinct zones: a private section on one side and an entertainment space on the other.

A modern interior with gold archways, abstract floor tiles, and a glimpse of a dining area with minimalist furniture and large windows in the background.

A dining room with arched doorways, beige curtains, a round table with four chairs, marble floor inset, and a potted plant in the foreground. A chandelier hangs above the table.

The delectable color palette, evoking hues of a fluffy marshmallow dipped in hot chocolate, adds to the sense of tranquility and elegance. Every corner of the home is infused with thoughtful detailing, from the microcement floors to the bespoke Venetian terrazzo inlays.

Modern kitchen with an archway entrance, featuring light wood and white cabinetry, a central island with plants, contemporary pendant lighting, and a window above the sink.

Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a patterned island, a black kettle, a window, and bowls of fruit and berries. The room is decorated with plants and has a minimalist, clean design.

A modern bathroom featuring a black sink, black toilet, large round mirror, and decorative wallpaper with a pink panel accent. A small window with natural light is visible on the right.

Living room with modern decor featuring a curved archway, white sofa, rustic wooden paneling on the wall, plants by a large window, and a pumpkin-shaped ottoman on the floor.

A modern living room with a white sectional sofa, various textured pillows, hanging light fixtures, a wooden accent wall, and a glass coffee table with light wood legs. An open book lies on the table.

A modern living room with a wall-mounted TV, white cabinetry, a large plant in a beige pot, and a decorative pumpkin on the floor. A coffee table holds a small book, with a pinecone nearby.

Modern bedroom with a curved architectural design, featuring a central pillar with artistic patterns, neutral tones, a large plant, and a wall-mounted TV.

Fluted details are paired with smooth surfaces, including on the walls, kitchen cabinets and island, and built-in storage components, adding another cohesive design element seen throughout. In the primary bedroom, the bed is elevated on a platform in the corner of the space with a carved out arch opening. A massive pillar, wrapped in varying neutral colors that are reminiscent of sand layered in a glass jar, becomes a focal point and visual divider between the bed area and the rest of the space for a hint of privacy.

Modern bedroom with earth-toned decor, a large potted plant, and a curved architectural design. The room features a large bed, tasteful lighting, and ample natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows.

A cozy reading nook with a plush beige chair and matching ottoman, open book, wooden side table, and decorative shelves holding vases and plants against a wavy-patterned wall.

A person in a white dress stands near a window in a cozy bedroom with a bed, chairs, plants, and soft lighting.

A modern room with earthy tones featuring a curved wall with a mural, wooden herringbone floor, green cabinets, plants, and beige furniture including a bed and chairs.

A person in white clothing is standing in a room with green and rattan-paneled closets. A unique, brown plush seat and a large leafy plant are also in the room.

A woman sits on a cushioned stool at a vanity table with an arched mirror, in a modern, spacious bathroom featuring a double sink and contemporary decor.

Modern bathroom with terrazzo flooring, white tiled walls, two brown vessel sinks, a large mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower. Shelving with plants and towels on the left side.

A modern bathroom features two oval mirrors, two copper sinks on a white countertop, a glass sliding door with a green and rattan design, and scattered multicolored tiles on the floor.

A cozy bedroom with a bed, decorative pillows, cabinets, a desk with a chair, a potted plant, a window with curtains, and a pumpkin-shaped cushion on the floor. The room has a neutral and pastel color palette.

A minimalist room features white and orange cabinetry, a wooden desk with a circle chair, a potted plant, and wood flooring.

A bathroom with a toilet underneath a window, a terrazzo wall, a walk-in shower with pink walls, gold accents, and a rainfall showerhead.

A woman in a white dress stands on a deck overlooking a scenic view; the deck has potted plants, chairs, and a table.

Architectural floor plan showing a spacious layout with multiple rooms, including bedrooms, living areas, bathrooms, a kitchen, and outdoor spaces. Rooms are labeled and furniture placement is indicated.

A man sits on a white couch while a woman sits on the armrest beside him. Both are dressed in white outfits, set against a background with vertical white panels and spherical hanging lights.

For more about Design Doodle Studio or the Marshmallow project, check them out on Instagram. 

Photography by Ekansh Goel.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.





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