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How a Hyderabad Showroom Turned Modular Design into Minimalist Art

Designed by Ulysses Design Studio, this 1850 sq. ft. modular experience center in Hyderabad is a finalist in the Interior Design – Retail category at the VOX Architecture Ideas 2024 competition—an open, art-inspired layout that redefines how modular products are showcased and experienced.

  • Project Name: Makwana Modular Kulture
  • Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
  • Year: 2023
  • Area: 1850 sq. ft.

How a Hyderabad Showroom Turned Modular Design into Minimalist Art

About the Project

In a world of crowded showrooms and cluttered displays, this experience center for Makwana Modular Kulture stands out by doing less—and doing it beautifully. Inspired by international design exhibitions, the space takes a minimalist yet immersive approach to showcasing premium modular products for kitchens, bedrooms, and living spaces.

Every corner of the layout is curated like an art installation. From vibrant material palettes on storage units to modern furniture and accent lighting, the design allows each finish, fixture, and modular unit to breathe and shine. It’s less about overloading the visitor and more about offering room to explore, touch, and experience the products in a calm, gallery-like setting.

The design’s most unique element is the use of wave patterns in the ceiling and reception desk, crafted with flexi-ply. These soft, flowing forms represent the evolution of materials and textures the brand brings to market. It also introduces an artistic perspective to modular installations—showing customers that accent walls and custom contours can redefine what a modular setup can look like.

One of the biggest design challenges was accommodating the maximum number of products in a limited area. This was solved through strategic zoning and clever layering—highlighting variety without overwhelming the space. Each area of the showroom educates as much as it inspires, offering not just a product but a vision.

This project is proof that even in a compact footprint, you can design an experience that feels expansive, engaging, and emotionally resonant.

Have a retail design that balances storytelling with strategy? Submit your project to the VOX Architecture Ideas 2024 competition and showcase how design can transform the way we shop and see.

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