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Issue 64 - The 'Future' Issue

Issue 64

The 'Future' Issue

Habitus #64 Welcome to the HABITUS ‘Future’ and ‘Habitus House of the Year’ Issue. We are thrilled to have interior designer of excellence, Brahman Perera, as Guest Editor and to celebrate his Sri Lankan heritage through an interview with Palinda Kannangara and his extraordinary Ek Onkar project – divine! Thinking about the future, we look at the technology shaping our approach to sustainability and the ways traditional materials are enjoying a new-found place in the spotlight. Profiles on Yvonne Todd, Amy Lawrance, and Kallie Blauhorn are rounded out with projects from Studio ZAWA, SJB, Spirit Level, STUDIOLIVE, Park + Associates and a Lake House made in just 40 days by the wonderful Wutopia Lab, plus the short list for the Habitus House of the Year!

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A playground of marble
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A playground of marble

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Design

Studio GSA

Photography

Nayan Soni

Styling

Samir Wadekar

Peter’s Playground by Studio GSA is a home that explores the versatility and prominence of marble in interior design.


Peter’s Playground conceived by Studio GSA is a residence that places marble at the centre of its material palette. Located in Bengaluru, the home is tailored for a client with expertise in stone, using marble as both a structural and decorative element throughout.

The lift foyer sets the tone with a relief marble feature wall and a wooden bench. A textured wooden door leads into the main vestibule, where silvery marble flooring with a black inlay delineates a formal entrance. A veneered storage unit provides functional organisation without disrupting the design, while a marble and metal table and a framed mirror add refinement.

The family and dining areas integrate fluted wooden panels with marble flooring, creating a consistent visual language. The dining area features an inlaid marble floor that eliminates the need for a rug, while the family area includes a television unit framed in relief marble cladding. The formal living room incorporates plush leather seating and fluted wooden panels on the ceiling, with a concealed bar clad in silver river marble.

Marble, unsurprisingly, is used extensively in the bathrooms, incorporating a mix of fluted, lapatro and leather finishes to create textural contrast. In the kitchen, bold red marble with expressive veining serves as a statement feature, with each slab selected to highlight its natural pattern.

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Bedrooms are designed with individual preferences in mind. The master bedroom features a neutral beige palette. One child’s bedroom incorporates a blue accent wall, while another includes a custom-built bunk bed and blue onyx details. The guest room maintains a softer, pastel-toned aesthetic.

The design balances marble with warm materials, including fluted wood and leather, ensuring the space remains inviting despite the dominance of stone. The result is a highly curated interior that reflects both the homeowner’s appreciation for marble and the studio’s precision in execution.

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Issue 64 - The 'Future' Issue

Issue 64

The 'Future' Issue

Habitus #64 Welcome to the HABITUS ‘Future’ and ‘Habitus House of the Year’ Issue. We are thrilled to have interior designer of excellence, Brahman Perera, as Guest Editor and to celebrate his Sri Lankan heritage through an interview with Palinda Kannangara and his extraordinary Ek Onkar project – divine! Thinking about the future, we look at the technology shaping our approach to sustainability and the ways traditional materials are enjoying a new-found place in the spotlight. Profiles on Yvonne Todd, Amy Lawrance, and Kallie Blauhorn are rounded out with projects from Studio ZAWA, SJB, Spirit Level, STUDIOLIVE, Park + Associates and a Lake House made in just 40 days by the wonderful Wutopia Lab, plus the short list for the Habitus House of the Year!

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