This Heritage building in the center of New Delhi give an inking of its star-studded past. Its architecture is the glorious illustration of European charm, which blends Indo-European architectural elements. With a history of over a century Maidens offers a journey back in time:
Established in 1903 and has been recognized as a Heritage Hotel in 1994, The hotel has stood the tests of time for over a century. Being a Heritage building stands as a reminder of the city’s past and important to preserve it for future generations.
In today’s fast moving future focused world, there is quite a revolution unfolding – one that seamlessly bridges the gap between the past and the present. Adaptive reuse , the art of transforming heritage structures for purposes to suit today, is reshaping how we perceive heritage.
The structure was deteriorating over the past years and required intervention, efforts were made to restore the structure such that it continues to give a glimpse of Delhi’s years old culture and traditions.
In line with the structure, low and very low ceiling height, sloping ceiling, vaulted roof, various sections are created for different staff, all flowing seamlessly without any doors yet creating a defined space for every need.
The recent restoration project has brought it back to its former glory, with careful attention paid to preserving its unique features and architectural elements..
The Office aims to celebrate and preserve the rich heritage, providing a captivating experience while addressing the logistical challenges involved. The outcome, is just isn’t renovation, it is a soulful revival, breathing new life into spaces once thought to belong only to the past extending itself to celebrate context, and sustainability.
