SOMAYA & KALAPPA CONSULTANTS

 
There had to be a metamorphosis of the old buildings into four contemporary pavillions. Somaya & Kalappa created a simple yet elegant unfolding of spaces. The landscaping interconnects built-up spaces to give depth to the complex. As interior designers the architects were also able to ensure a continuity of design whether in the moulding details, door furniture or fabric design.
There were, thus three issues tackled in this particular intervention:
1. The visual importance of the complex in the urban context, and the fact that the conversion did not disturb the street line at all.
2. The social importance of the building with its changed use. After the conversion, NRK House certainly worked as a catalyst for upgrading other buildings on the street. Lower Parel slowly became an acceptable corporate address.
3. The design quality of the conversion. NRK House won the Urban Heritage Award 1990 for progressive conservation.