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A flourishing ecosystem of frogs, fish, swans - and a structure that hovers quietly above it.

Set within a rare greenfield site in the heart of Mumbai, Salsette 27 was never meant to be built the usual way.
These illustrations imagine the project as it was intended: touching the earth lightly, weaving through foliage, amongst birds and butterflies.

Instead of a typical 2000 sq.ft. show flat, a compact footprint was lifted on slender steel columns - preserving the land below, and reflecting the life around It.

An architecture that appears and disappears, depending on where you stand - and how closely you look.

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🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨

Studio hinge is on the hunt for a Junior Architect with 1-3 years of experience to join our team on bold and creative design journeys across India and Europe.

If you’re a pro at AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop - and come with a kickass portfolio and a can-do spirit - we want to hear from you! Bonus points if you bring site experience, Al smarts, and a good ear for music.

📩 Apply now at [email protected] with your resume
+ portfolio.

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What if a sales office didn’t erase the very thing that made the site special?

The Butterfly Blob is our proposal for a show flat that hovers above a rare green pocket in Mumbai-home to frogs, swans, and mature trees. Instead of flattening the land to fit a structure, we reimagined the brief entirely: a compact 700 sq. ft. projection-based walkthrough, elevated on slender columns to preserve the existing ecosystem.

Clad in mirrored timber fins, the pavilion dissolves into its surroundings-sometimes visible, sometimes not-like a butterfly between leaves. This isn’t just architecture, it’s restraint. A light touch in a city that rarely allows for it.

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A study in materiality, light, and spatial composition-each of these bathrooms is meticulously designed to balance function with quiet precision. From seamless monolithic surfaces to bespoke details that enhance everyday rituals, these spaces are built to be immersive and tactile. The interplay of textures, light, and carefully articulated elements transforms them beyond utility, making each an experience in itself.

A closer look at five bathrooms that exemplify our approach to spatial design.

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Inside 1407 Aston: A Workspace Where Design Meets Identity

Bringing together Saffron Strings, Brandit, and Emerald, this 2200 sq. ft. workspace in Andheri, Mumbai, is a seamless blend of openness, privacy, and brand storytelling. The challenge was to create a unified office while maintaining the distinct identities of each company.

A central breakout space encourages interaction, while brand colors subtly weave through the flooring, walls, and upholstery, reinforcing individuality within a cohesive environment. Translucent, curved partitions introduce a sense of fluidity-allowing light to filter through while defining private zones with a weightless, sculptural presence. These details, paired with an industrial yet refined material palette, create a workspace that feels both dynamic and intentional.

Every design element works in harmony to create an office that is flexible, inspiring, and reflective of the businesses it houses. Located in Andheri, Mumbai,
1407 Aston is a testament to the power of design in shaping workspaces that are both efficient and expressive.

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1407 Aston: A Workspace Designed for Fluidity & Identity

Spanning 2200 sq. ft., this workspace by Studio Hinge brings together three distinct companies— , .india , and —under one roof while maintaining their individual identities.

A central breakout space fosters collaboration, while curved translucent partitions ensure privacy without compromising natural light and openness. Each brand’s essence is subtly woven into the interiors through customized colors, textures, and spatial elements—crafting an environment that is both dynamic and connected.

📍 Andheri, Mumbai

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Thoughtfully designed spaces, meticulously crafted furniture.

The interiors of The Blu House are defined by their seamless integration of form and function, with carefully curated spaces that enhance both spatial flow and aesthetic appeal. The selection of furniture pieces
-ranging from cantilevered seating to sculptural tables
-reflects a design approach that prioritizes both utility and elegance.

Through a combination of materiality, texture, and innovative spatial solutions, the home embodies a refined yet inviting atmosphere. Each piece contributes to a cohesive narrative, transforming the residence into a space that is both visually striking and inherently tunctional.

Swipe through to explore the distinctive details that make The Blu House a thoughtfully designed living environment.

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All about The Blu House - a Mumbai apartment renovation where architectural constraints became design opportunities.

Nestled in Worli, this 1500 sq. ft. residence reimagines modern living through thoughtful materiality, innovative spatial solutions, and emotive design interventions. From rounded entrance paneling that softens structural rigidity to a reinvented central column that transforms into functional seating, every detail is meticulously crafted to enhance both form and function.

Fluid curves, elegant arches, and a play of textures define the interiors-where a faux-verandah in the master bedroom recreates a sense of openness, and sliding doors in the guest room expand space to invite light deeper into the home.

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New project alert: The Blu House

The Blu House gets its name from the particular quality of light we found here in the in between times – at dawn and dusk, but also from the name of the apartment building it is located in (Mumbai people will have guessed this one by now!). The full height glass curtain wall to the exterior plays some part in this. A constraining structural layout presented challenges but – as you will see - we converted these to opportunities. Stay tuned as we draw back the curtain.

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New project alert: The Blue House

The Blu House gets its name from the particular quality of light we found here in the in between times – at dawn and dusk, but also from the name of the apartment building it is located in (Mumbai people will have guessed this one by now!). The full height glass curtain wall to the exterior plays some part in this. A constraining structural layout presented challenges but – as you will see - we converted these to opportunities. Stay tuned as we draw back the curtain.

Photography: and
Lighting design:

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Built of solid recycled teak, this pair of sideboards features a longer unit with storage in four shutters with shelves within, and a shorter one with four perforated drawers, all in birch plywood bearing distinct carved patterns. These reveal beautiful textures of alternating light and dark layers of birch, while the perforations aid in ventilation of shoes or home linen stored within. The legs are profiles in steel plate clad with teak.

Materials
recycled teak | birch plywood | mild steel

Meet our side tables:

1. Round Side Table
A circular table with a top of white marble in leather finish supported on three carved wooden legs, connected at the base with slim metal profiles holding a tinted glass shelf. The drawer at the top and the glass shelf below provide concealed and open storage respectively, making this table equally suitable for a bedside or a small home office.

Materials
recycled teak | birch plywood | tinted glass | marble | mild steel

2. Plectrum Side Table
Three tapered wooden legs hold up a small top of roughly triangular shape with softened corners – resembling a guitar pick. The table top is of white marble in leather finish. The legs are connected at the base with slim metal profiles which hold a shelf in tinted glass, of the same shape as the top. Ideal as a coffee table by a favourite chair or sofa.

Materials
recycled teak | birch plywood | marble | tinted glass | mild steel