UrbaneSpaces-Unique Properties for the Aesthete Edit

Labeling itself a ‘boutique real estate firm’- UrbaneSpaces is ‘boutique’ in every sense that the word has been applied in the hospitality industry. ‘Boutique’ having become the fashionable and desirable prefix for most hotels- conjuring images of idyllic locations, gorgeous interiors and legendary reputations, UrbaneSpaces provides a solution to these global nomads who wish to take it a step further by incorporating, in their homes, the same sense of wonderment, a philosophy of tolerance and appreciation of the vernacular and an understanding of political and cultural dialectics that they have encountered during their travels.

UrbaneSpaces eschews mass-produced, contemptible paeans to conspicuous consumption and soulless, speculative investment vehicles in favour of architecturally distinguished, unique spaces.

We believe that while celebrating the works of renowned architects is good, creating conditions favourable for new talent to emerge is better. You will find, therefore, through the UrbaneSpaces portfolio, a platform where young architects are able to show their work without the stresses of competition or the overarching hegemony of established architects.

The UrbaneSpaces customer is one who is fully cognizant of the discordant note struck by thoroughly modern interiors within a conservation shell yet thoroughly understands that belabouring a debate on conservation draws us further from its aims. He has sometimes pondered the place and role of colonial architecture in a post colonial world yet has progressed beyond the stage of ‘post-colonial hangup’ to appreciate its glorious beauty.

Many elements- Politics, Architecture, Fashion, Movies and Design- inform our choices. What results is a portfolio ranging from sleek pied-a-terres to minimalist lofts, quaint conservation homes to sprawling colonial bungalows, tropical bungalows inspired by the vernacular to a Moroccan riad house.

The common thread unifying such diversity is the UrbaneSpaces ethos- an appreciation of uniqueness, celebration of the vernacular and an understanding of the political and cultural dialectics, while, through it all, maintaining that sense of wonderment.