Home In The Hills

Perched on a hillside in Jhambli, Maharashtra, this luxurious bungalow offers a harmonious blend of nature and contemporary design. Overlooking a serene stream to the east, the residence is ingeniously split into three distinct zones: formal, private, and informal, each strategically placed on different levels to utilize the natural contours of the site.

Two vertical cores connect these levels, facilitating seamless movement between the formal spaces and the private quarters above, and linking the formal areas to the informal zones below. The eastern façade, adorned with expansive glazing and decks, opens up to picturesque views of the flowing stream, enhancing the tranquil ambience.

The formal zone, comprising a living room, kitchen, and dining area, extends to a deck equipped for entertaining, complete with a swimming pool, grill, and wine bar. Water features prominently in the design, with a screen wall cascading from the uppermost level to the pool on the intermediate level, and further down to the lower level, creating a striking visual and auditory connection to nature.

The material palette emphasises local materials and stone finishes, ensuring durability and easy maintenance. This thoughtfully designed bungalow not only embraces its natural surroundings but also provides luxurious comfort, making it a quintessential retreat.