grumps

Grumps, Goa is a contemporary bar set in a century old structure, and our modest attempt at paying homage to the old tavernas of Goa. We restructured an outhouse, storage room and the open space in between to comprise an indoor-outdoor bar that feels modest, familiar and comfortable.

The aged laterite stone facade of the bar has been left untouched. For the inside of the bar, we retained the undulated surface of the laterite and finished it in a charcoal black paint. Grey cement oxide flooring, and a terrazzo bar counter that incorporates glass chips from recycled alcohol bottles compliment the charcoal walls. The garden is finished in a polished laterite flooring that seamlessly envelopes the floor, the steps and the planters. The semi-open seating area has a Kota stone flooring and a newly constructed Mangalore tiled roof. The dim lights and decor are sourced from antique stores in Goa.

Location: Sangolda, Goa
Built area: 2300 square feet
Scope of work: Adaptive Reuse, Restoration, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design
Age of the structure: Originally built in 1930
Original use: Outhouse for firewood storage/ staff residence
Typology: Hospitality
Photography: Fabian Franco