A Look at the Luxurious Materials of Crescent Bay, Mumbai

• Typology: Apartment  
• Name of Project: Crescent Bay
• Location: Parel, Mumbai                    
• Principal Architect: Minnie Bhatt
• Design Team: Shivani, Sandeep
• Built-Up Area: 2500 sqft
• Completion Date: 2021
• Photographer: Pulkit Sehgal
• Material Used: Brass Milk/ Pendant light, Pearl White Fluted Panel, Polished Crema Marfil Tile, Micasa Plain Blue Sofa Fabric.

A wonderfully crafted warm and inviting home in the bustling city of Mumbai, Crescent Bay. It’s a representation of tranquility that symbolizes the majesty and wonders of the natural world. It is Minnie Bhatt’s hand-painted efforts that formed this exceptional beauty. She took into account the client’s requirements and didn’t forget to also brush her touch of expertise. 

Material of Architecture

Let’s explore what makes Crescent Bay the center of attention. Few materials that created this piece of exception:  Brass Milk/ Pendant light, Pearl White Fluted Panel, Polished Crema Marfil Tile, and Micasa Plain Blue Sofa Fabric.

Brass Milk/ Pendant light

A kind of light that blends in all the settings and both traditional and modern spaces, the bottom of the light is a milk diffuser which softens the ambiance. That is capable of providing a decorative piece in a space. 

Advantages

1. Space-Efficient: This material is one of the popular choices for all individuals who are looking for small-sized lighting structures that can hang at any desired height.
2. Decorative: it plays a glamorous role in terms of creating a pleasing ceiling aesthetic.
3. Reasonable price: when it comes to pendant lighting, it’s much cheaper than chandeliers.
4. Concentrated lights: they are adjustable according to any kind of desired height, which in turn can help you  with better concentration while performing tasks

Things to consider

1. Not too diverse: pendant light might not be a good choice in all the spaces that you place it into, so you’ll have to be extra careful about putting up a pendant light.
2. Bulb- Replacement: also, bulb replacement can come in handy when pendant lights are concerned, as you’d need to find the exact size of 
3. Costly installation: installing these materials, is very costly, as it has to be done by professionals. Besides, every time you’d need a repair you’ll have to call them. 

 Pearl White Fluted Panel

Looking to add some crispiness to your plain white wall?  Then,  a fluted panel is the right choice for your space, it is a decorative panel that has parallel grooves or ridges, that’s why they are called “flutes”. This linear design can be vertical as well as horizontal, which can create intricate artistic space.  

Advantages

1. Luxurious environment: it adds a sense of luxury, to the modern-day design, the pearl white texture, blends well with a varied diversity of color palettes, and planters, and can be the center of attraction in your design.
2. Durability: This material can withstand all weather conditions, moisture, and UV Rays making them perfect for high-traffic areas.
3. Easy installation: requirement of installing this decorative piece, they are cut in many sizes and shape, which makes it easier to work with them
4. Acoustic properties: it can improve the performance of sound and reverberation which can in turn cancel out the echoing of a room.

Things To Consider

1. Warping: not installing these properly it could be exposed to warping, that is, bending or bulging of material, due to changes in the temperature.
2. Not environmentally friendly: Although most of its products are quite sustainable for the environment, materials like vinyl and degrading plastic are not so safe for the environment.

 Polished Crema Marfil Tile

It is a classic,  cream tile with veins of undertones of yellow, white, and cinnamon. The texture is adaptable to both the interior and exterior. 

Advantages

1. Exclusive ambiances: No two crema marfil tiles have the same pattern. It works well for architects that want to enhance the feel of the surrounding.
2. Enhancing purposes:  With its versatility to dissolve in any kind of environment it has become a grand ally for adding elegance to the space.
3. Multi-purpose: it is applied both in the interior and exterior depending on its finish.

Things To Consider

1. Maintenance: While this material serves as a greater quality material, you also have to be very careful while cleaning these tiles, certain products like household bleach and ammonia can worsen the situation
2. Replacement: although its exclusiveness is an advantage, replacing them can be a very tiring job as it requires you to completely change the flooring.

Micasa Plain Blue Sofa Fabric

A premium furnishing material that can give you a sense of smoothness.

Advantages

1. Versatile: The color blue of the sofa fabric is an easy blend with any interior decor.
2. Comfortable: This material is made from a compliant and durable material that is comfortable to sit on.
3. Easy to clean: cleaning the material is not tedious, which is easier with kids and pets around 
4. Affordable: it’s a budget-friendly option for someone looking for a new covering for the sofa

Disadvantages

1. Limited color options: The fabric only comes in blue color, which can be not preferable by all designers.
2. Susceptible to fading:  The blue color tends to fade through the passage of time.
3. Not stain-resistant: While it’s still easy to clean, stains and spills can take more work to clean the fabric.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the materials used in creating the Crescent Bay home have played a significant role in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The Brass Milk/Pendant Light adds a touch of elegance and provides efficient lighting, while the Pearl White Fluted Panel creates a luxurious environment and improves sound performance. The Polished Crema Marfil Tile enhances the feel of the surrounding and adds elegance to the space, and the Micasa Plain Blue Sofa Fabric provides comfort and affordability. However, it is important to consider the potential drawbacks of each material before making a final decision. With careful consideration and selection, these materials can be used to create a unique and exceptional home design that blends the client’s requirements and the designer’s expertise.