SPACE ESSE

SPACE ESSE

REIMAGINE DESIGN WITH SPACE ESSE

Space Esse blends tradition with innovation to craft elegant, eco-conscious interiors rooted in Bangladeshi culture. Our designs unite function and artistry,turning simple materials into meaningful, timeless spaces.

SERVICES

MINIMAL YET BOLD. THOUGHTFUL YET POWERFUL.


Through Space Esse, design becomes visible. We offer a full suite of architectural and interior services that transform space into Essence. From concept to execution, our work is driven by meaning, clarity, and a deep understanding of how people feel within the spaces they inhabit.

01 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & DELIVERY

We curate and customize elements that bring soul to a space from statement furniture pieces to textured finishes. Each selection balances aesthetic with purpose, because a design is nothing until it’s realized.

We curate and customize elements that bring soul to a space from statement furniture pieces to textured finishes. Each selection balances aesthetic with purpose, because a design is nothing until it’s realized.

We curate and customize elements that bring soul to a space from statement furniture pieces to textured finishes. Each selection balances aesthetic with purpose, because a design is nothing until it’s realized.

We curate and customize elements that bring soul to a space from statement furniture pieces to textured finishes. Each selection balances aesthetic with purpose, because a design is nothing until it’s realized.

PROJECTS

Space Esse is an architectural and interior design studio that creates unique, functional and impactful spaces which provide a richer and everlasting special Essence. We stand for designing spaces where the walls, floors and ceilings speak to you, inspires you and tells you an unforgettable story. We priorities comfort, quality and uniqueness. 

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Rooted in nature, this scent space blends smoky greens, warm woods, and textured elements. A gold ceiling piece foats like scent in motion, while a bark-textured table anchors the space in stillness.
Located just outside Dhaka, this loft-inspired weekend home is a retreat of rhythm and contrast, soft, sculptural, and effortlessly spontaneous. Capri-inspired hues and Italian checkered floors create a warm, welcoming escape designed for presence, not pretense.
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A bold canvas of individuality in Baridhara’s diplomatic zone. Sasheen Hasan’s duplex was a celebration of contrast where each room told its own story through distinct colors, textures, materials, and patterns. The client encouraged us to explore fearlessly, blending rich palettes, layered prints, and tactile finishes. With an open-plan layout connecting the formal lounge, TV lounge, dining, and terrace, the challenge was to let each space stand apart while flowing together in visual harmony. The result: a home that is luxurious, lived-in, and unapologetically expressive.
A bold canvas of individuality in Baridhara’s diplomatic zone. Sasheen Hasan’s duplex was a celebration of contrast where each room told its own story through distinct colors, textures, materials, and patterns. The client encouraged us to explore fearlessly, blending rich palettes, layered prints, and tactile finishes. With an open-plan layout connecting the formal lounge, TV lounge, dining, and terrace, the challenge was to let each space stand apart while flowing together in visual harmony. The result: a home that is luxurious, lived-in, and unapologetically expressive.
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The design channels the elemental origins of fragrance—bark, earth, leaf, and resin—through deep smoky greens, rich wood tones, and textured surfaces that evoke the stillness of a forest. Above, a sculptural gold ceiling piece captures the ephemeral motion of scent, suspended like a fragrant mist. Below, a central table wrapped in bark-textured laminate grounds the space in organic form, inviting a quiet pause within the immersive retail experience.
The design channels the elemental origins of fragrance—bark, earth, leaf, and resin—through deep smoky greens, rich wood tones, and textured surfaces that evoke the stillness of a forest. Above, a sculptural gold ceiling piece captures the ephemeral motion of scent, suspended like a fragrant mist. Below, a central table wrapped in bark-textured laminate grounds the space in organic form, inviting a quiet pause within the immersive retail experience.
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Rooted in nature, this scent space blends smoky greens, warm woods, and textured elements. A gold ceiling piece foats like scent in motion, while a bark-textured table anchors the space in stillness.
A reimagined 1970s structure, TU DO is Space Esse’s exploration of memory, volumes, and cultural textures. Inside, dark marble, rattan, and curated art shape quiet spatial dialogues, while the courtyard offers a calm return to balance. Light, shadow, and texture converge in hushed harmony for an ambience that lingers.
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Rooted in nature, this scent space blends smoky greens, warm woods, and textured elements. A gold ceiling piece foats like scent in motion, while a bark-textured table anchors the space in stillness.
Inspired by the quiet purity of white caves, this Gulshan 2 salon was designed as a retreat for reflection and self-renewal. A soft tone, shaped by natural calm and reminiscent of an early-morning-warmth palette, paired with gentle natural light, creates a calm, womb-like atmosphere where stillness takes over. Here, beauty becomes a meditative ritual grounded in presence and peace.
Kaya beauty salon
Rooted in nature, this scent space blends smoky greens, warm woods, and textured elements. A gold ceiling piece foats like scent in motion, while a bark-textured table anchors the space in stillness.
From palette to proportion, Kaya, meaning body, essence, home, is shaped as a visceral ode to feminine power. Fluid yet grounded, its soft curves echo the diverse forms of women’s bodies, creating a space that celebrates stillness, strength, and the sacred beauty of the feminine.

ABOUT US

THOUGHTFUL FORM, CRAFTED BOLDLY

From the vision of Space Esse, we design more than interiors; we shape Essences. Rooted in an understanding of how people feel and move through space, we blend architecture with emotion, creating environments that feel intentional, elegant, and alive. Our work is grounded in simplicity, sustainability, and storytelling, where every wall, texture, and beam of light speaks with quiet purpose.

We believe great design doesn’t just fill a room, it defines how we live within it. That’s why each project is treated as a living canvas, composed with precision and soul. From private residences to creative salons, retail boutiques to restaurants, we specialize in crafting spaces that reflect individuality, embrace calm, and elevate everyday life

MINDS THAT THINK BEYOND WALLS

Founded by Sharif Raiana Mahmud, an interior architect with a passion for purposeful spaces, and Fariha Karim, a visionary architect with a timeless approach to design, Space Esse is a female-led studio built on heritage, harmony, and ambition.

The name itself holds meaning: “Space” as the architectural dimension we shape, and “Esse,” derived from Latin for essence. Together, Space Esse represents the essence of space, a reflection of identity, comfort, and conscious living.

SHARIF RAIANA MAHMUD, Chief Interior Architect & Founder

SHARIF RAIANA MAHMUD

Chief Interior Architect & Founder

FARIHA KARIM, Principal Architect & Co-Founder

FARIHA KARIM

Principal Architect & Co-Founder

4 PILLARS OF DESIGN EXCELLENCE

These are the pillars of Space Esse. We design with honesty, lead with trust, and execute with dedication. No two spaces are ever the same – because no two stories are.

01 SIMPLICITY

We embrace simple, elegant design where less says more. Our minimalism brings purpose to every detail, creating calm, clarity, and peaceful spaces.

We celebrate distinctiveness in every project, crafting spaces that reflect personal stories and character. Each design feels unique because every client and context is unique.

We prioritise how you live, work and move in a space, not just how it looks. Smart layouts, intuitive details and purposeful flow combine to make beauty usable.

We design with honesty, select materials with care and deliver craftsmanship with consistency. Our promise is to the value, sustainability and lasting quality of your space.

OUR CLIENTS

We’ve had the privilege of designing and transforming over a thousand interiors, creating spaces that truly resonate with our clients’ visions and needs. Our approach focuses on blending aesthetics and functionality, ensuring each project brings comfort, elegance, and a personalized touch.

CONTACT US

LET’S SHAPE SPACE, WITH MEANING.

Whether you’re starting a new project or simply seeking inspiration, we’d love to hear from you. At Space Esse, we believe great design begins with a conversation built on trust, clarity, and vision.

Let’s explore how we can transform your space into something timeless.

Essence

See the bold ideas, innovative concepts, and completed projects.

Step into a world where imagination takes form. We don’t just create visuals we craft experiences.
Each masterpiece is a story told through design, inviting you to watch, feel, and be inspired.

Why imagine the story when you can walk right into it? Our crafted experiences don’t just unfold, they invite you in.

We turn fleeting moments into living narratives that breathe, flow, and linger long after you’ve left.

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Tu’do Restaurant & Cafe

Why imagine when you can watch? See our creative masterpieces

We transform bold ideas into stunning visual stories. No guesswork, no limits just powerful content
that speaks, moves, and inspires.