Design and experience: How Essensai 067 crafts an open-air lifestyle and community destination
In this photo essay from Whitefield, we showcase design highlights from Essensai 067 along with founder insights.
Essensai 067, a unique open-air lifestyle and community destination, has emerged as a refreshing alternative to the typical multi-storeyed, air-conditioned malls found in rapidly growing cities. Launched in 2014, this innovative space in Whitefield offers a distinctive approach to retail, dining, entertainment, and community engagement.
Differing from conventional retail destinations, Essensai 067 embraces a green and spacious setting, promoting relaxation and quality time over the confined spaces of a traditional mall. Visitors can enjoy landscaped areas and relaxed outdoor experiences, fostering a more enjoyable and stress-free environment.
What sets Essensai 067 apart is its pet-friendly policy, a rarity in many other retail environments and dining establishments. The artworks and design elements encourage visitors to slow down and savor their time, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, culture, and community involvement.
The open-air design incorporates natural landscaping, solar energy, and climate-sensitive architecture, subtly conveying messages of environmental protection. The space hosts a variety of live music performances, cultural events, exhibitions, flea markets, and other community gatherings. These events have included garba nights, Christmas carnivals, qawaali, open-air movie nights, and pop-up markets, catering to diverse interests and age groups.
One notable event was the Kidzeprenuer Flea Market, where children aged 6-14 took charge of running their own stalls for two days, showcasing their entrepreneurial spirit. This inclusive environment caters to the entire community, making Essensai 067 a vibrant and engaging destination for all.
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