theekshi

EMBRACE

design by Yasmeen Gul Khan & implementation by Theekshi

A 65 sqm home designed for a multi-generational family (bottom floor only). Smart, personalize, adaptable and well organized space and storage for everybody’s need.

Khalifa (60) and Noora (56) are a Qatari couple with four children. Three are married and the youngest is single and still in school. The married couple has a kid each and visit the older couple every weekend.

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The entire home is set to be in a traditional style, from the furniture to the architectural details. The walls are treated with patterned wallpaper across the living room and bedroom with wood moldings lined around the walls of the bedroom. The overall color scheme gives out a soft and calm vibe and complements the beige and white furniture that has been placed in the home. A few accessories and fabrics in red/brown are placed to break the monotonous colors.

The bedroom of the elderly couple is set to be on the bottom floor because it’s easy for them to be able to move around as they age. The bedroom has an attached bathroom which shares a wall with the guest bathroom. The living room, dining room and an open kitchen are set up in the same space. A small study desk has been placed next to the living room for the grandparents to use occasionally. An outdoor space has been added to enjoy afternoon teas with the family or friends.

Current activity: Everyone is gathered at home. The smell of Noora’s special meal is almost ready to serve while the kids are running around and the men are laughing out loud in the living room.