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MumbaiBPCL- Bharat Bhavan II
Crafting innovation and collaboration
Bharat Bhavan II is a living story of architectural metamorphosis, it is an elegantly designed building, with a blend of Neoclassical and Art Deco styles of architecture. The restoration and design of Bharat Bhavan II, opened the platform for architects to collaborate with various minds.
Being the global headquarters of BPCL, it serves the requirements and caters to the needs of its higher management and the various profiles of visitors from around the world. Hence, there was an upgrade made for the interiors of the building to reflect the corporate narrative with state-of-the-art facilities. Central to the success of this project was the careful curation of artists whose work resonated with BPCL's core values of innovation, tradition, sustainability, and collaboration.
CLIENT
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited. (BPCL)
BUILT-UP AREA
66,000 sq.ft.
SERVICES
Architecture, Interior Design, Restoration, Art Curation
LOCATION
Mumbai, Maharashtra
SITE AREA
NA
YEAR OF COMPLETION
2020
Located in the commercial lanes of the Ballard estate, the building of Bharat Bhavan II is the headquarters of India’s leading oil and gas company - Bharat Petroleum. By understanding the role of the company in the nation’s history, and studying various aspects, our team came up with the different concepts revolving around their ethics.
"The conservation process becomes instrumental in revival of heritage buildings as design negotiates a sympathetic relationship between the old and the new for a fine balance of continuity and change."
- Brinda Somaya
The repair and restoration highlights the careful preservation of structural integrity while revitalizing the unique Art Deco elements of the building. Through meticulous techniques and materials that honor the original design while being highly durable.
The project inspires creativity, fosters innovation, community building and stands as a testament to the transformative potential of art in corporate spaces. This project held immense significance as we aimed to infuse art into the historic building, not merely as decorative elements, but as integral components that would enrich the environment, inspire employees, and evoke a sense of identity.
The interior design was akin to the structure’s legacy and had a seamless blend of contemporary and modern style. Metaphoric representation of the company’s identity were introduced through textures and art forms.
The design process involved doing a lot of background research, to define a high-end, yet well balanced aesthetic, incorporating a futuristic and experience driven theme.
Materials used for the project were carefully curated keeping in mind durability and maintenance. The building is equipped with fitting and futures which contribute hugely towards LEED rating, pertaining towards the idea of sustainable environment.
The integration of metallic accents with polished surfaces, sleek high-gloss furniture, custom hand-tufted carpets, and textured paints enhanced the essence of each space.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited recognizes that people live, work, and inhabit buildings daily. The project's success is rooted in the thoughtful curation of artists whose creations embody BPCL's core values of Innovation, Tradition, Sustainability, and Collaboration.
Artworks proposed were conceptualized and curated based on the inspiration taken from the green refineries, green earth campaign, fluidity and movement, earthy colour palette, circular forms and interesting textures simulating the effect of geology and refineries.
In collaboration with various art galleries & artists, there were over 175 artworks conceptualized that represented the rich cultural heritage of Indian art, synthesized with sustainable methodologies. The aim was to infuse art into this building of historic significance, not merely as decorative elements, but as integral components that would enrich the environment, inspire employees, and evoke a sense of identity.
The impact of the BPCL project left a lasting impression on both the artistic community and the society. It provided employment opportunities to the artistic community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The project served as a beacon of hope in this challenging time by keeping the artists and craftsmen engaged with work and creating their financial stability.
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