The aim was a home that was a warm & lived-in, not contrived or artificial . A residence, luxurious not flashy or ostentatious.It’s roots very Indian,but still chic. A juxtaposition of heirlooms, artifacts and furniture, collected over time. The use of wood and rustic finishes, flooring, minimal use of glass and no steel , enhanced the effect .The Sun,the Wind, the Trees , are one with the indoors ,maximizing the elements and views . also illustrated by way of a 35 ft. high painting by hand on the staircase wall , the concept of which is derived from the "Tree of Life".

She is a sensitive architect, with imagination,creativity and artistic and intellectual ability as well as technical and professional skills.Her work is inspired by an understanding of the problem disguised as the opportunity.Her emphatic design approach includes the users with the understanding of the wants and needs , thus transcending physical ergonomics to include understanding the psychological and emotional needs of people—the way they do things, why and how they think and feel about the world, and what is meaningful to them.The design strives to include considerations of ethics, social and political philosophy, and philosophical reflections on psychology and the behavior.Her work spans traditional issues mooted in philosophy of art, as well as aesthetics of the everyday , striving for a rooted identity. One project at a time , trying to influence a society drawing on past and present experience. Simultaneously an "out-of-the-box" thinker,non-conformist and even a little bit rebellious , maintaining the sense of wonder, curiosity, and ability to look at the world with fresh eyes.

” Sernya Spaces” was formed by Arch. Nupur Magdum .. in 2007, at Kolhapur , Maharashtra ,India, with the goal of providing imaginative architectural and interior solutions within the economic and developmental constraints of all clients . The company name is derived from an auspicious Buddhist Symbol “ SERNYA “, which signifies resurrection of eternal life, rebirth etc. The golden fish symbolizes the auspiciousness of all living beings in a state of fearlessness, without danger of drowning , migrating from place to place freely and spontaneously, They may also be taken to symbolize the eye of perception as fish can see through muddy water. Our firm's ethos is linked to all of the above traits … we aim to create spaces that stimulate all the senses , are eclectic and aspire for a certain earthiness and connect with all that’s natural .We aim to explore lesser known territories and push the envelope further each and every time .Our design reflex is peculiar to each project and its inherent constraints and trying to turn them around to characterize our design .. Our process extensively involves employees, consultants and clients . Thankfully for this project the client was the designer herself so the gap in communication or practical and aesthetic needs was non existent .