Altan

‘Green get away from the city blues’, tucked an hour away from Ahmedabad, and situated among swamps that are host of swathes of migratory birds, it's the dream weekend home for our new homeowners. Being environmentally conscious citizens and strong proponents of the vegan culture, it was imperative for our clients to reflect this bit of their personality into their new abode as well. And this laid out a perfect synergy to our model of sustainable architecture. Materials are sourced locally, and put together by skilled local craftsmen. Use of paints has been minimised, instead consciously making use of natural finishes in lime plaster on all walls. The warmth of wood, earthy tones of plaster and the cane details add to the bucolic setting of the place.

Photos by

Ishita Sitwala and Mandar Gandevikar

typology

Residential Weekend home

Year

2021

Location

Sanand, Ahmedabad

Nestled between the Western Ghats, this weekend home is crafted as a retreat for a Bombay-based couple, offering them a space to host friends and family away from their busy lives. 

The design draws from the expansive views and dramatic topography of the Ghats, with each space thoughtfully opening to a distinct feature of the landscape—be it a shaded nook facing the peaks or a sunlit room overlooking the slopes. Rooted in its surroundings, the house reflects the couple’s vision of balancing quiet retreats with lively gatherings.

In collaboration - Doro

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