Project Narrative
Perched on the ninth floor of a high-rise apartment in Pune, this 1,600 sq ft residence opens out to uninterrupted views of the city’s tekdi- tree-covered hills that soften the urban skyline. For its inhabitants, a lawyer couple with demanding professional lives and a deep love for travel, this view became the emotional anchor of the home. For the husband, who grew up in Dehradun, the horizon carried a quiet familiarity- an unspoken memory of pine forests, mountain air, and a slower rhythm of life. That memory gently informed the spatial language of the house, shaping a palette rooted in wood, earth, and light.
The brief was precise: a minimalist, low-maintenance home with an earthy aesthetic that prioritised light, air, and movement. Storage was essential, especially with two growing daughters, and seamless connectivity between the kitchen, dining, and living areas was non-negotiable. Avid readers, the family also requested a generous bookshelf to house books and travel artefacts, while consciously eliminating televisions from the living and bedrooms to encourage conversation and stillness.
The home unfolds through a linear entrance passage marked by a bespoke wooden console with tapered legs and rounded drawers, illuminated by a soft cane pendant light. This quiet threshold introduces the material story that carries through the home. The open-plan living, dining, and kitchen areas flow effortlessly into one another, devoid of visual barriers or excessive finishes. Soft ashwood features prominently- reinterpreted through a modern coffered ceiling, fluted furniture elements, and textured finishes that add depth without visual clutter.
The living area is anchored by a handcrafted bookshelf that gently bends at the corner, breaking rigid geometries. In the dining space, a terrazzo quartz island and an obround dining table reinforce the home’s calm, grounded character. Bathed in natural light from the balcony, this space extends outdoors, where a swing and a Buddha sculpture create a contemplative pause against subtle panelling- perfect for sunsets and quiet reflection.
Private spaces are accessed via a short passage punctuated by wall-mounted cane sculptural lights. In the master bedroom, darker wood veneers, pine-cone embroidered curtains, a reading armchair, and a compact study desk echo memories of Dehradun. The absence of a television is offset by a finely detailed chest that adds both function and character.
Indian craftsmanship takes centre stage in the wife’s bedroom, where Kalakarihaath wallpaper forms a nuanced backdrop to a wood-and-cane four-poster bed. The daughters’ shared room is lighter- finished in ivory and soft grey, with lilac accents, butterfly-embroidered curtains, and efficient sliding wardrobes. A flexible home theatre completes the house, featuring a convertible sofa, concealed storage, and a mock window detailed in cane and veneer.
Subtle timber and cane elements weave quietly throughout, creating an unspoken dialogue between memory and place. Here, minimalism is not about absence- it is about making space for connection, nature, and the quiet luxury of coming home to a view that never fades.
The brief was precise: a minimalist, low-maintenance home with an earthy aesthetic that prioritised light, air, and movement. Storage was essential, especially with two growing daughters, and seamless connectivity between the kitchen, dining, and living areas was non-negotiable. Avid readers, the family also requested a generous bookshelf to house books and travel artefacts, while consciously eliminating televisions from the living and bedrooms to encourage conversation and stillness.
The home unfolds through a linear entrance passage marked by a bespoke wooden console with tapered legs and rounded drawers, illuminated by a soft cane pendant light. This quiet threshold introduces the material story that carries through the home. The open-plan living, dining, and kitchen areas flow effortlessly into one another, devoid of visual barriers or excessive finishes. Soft ashwood features prominently- reinterpreted through a modern coffered ceiling, fluted furniture elements, and textured finishes that add depth without visual clutter.
The living area is anchored by a handcrafted bookshelf that gently bends at the corner, breaking rigid geometries. In the dining space, a terrazzo quartz island and an obround dining table reinforce the home’s calm, grounded character. Bathed in natural light from the balcony, this space extends outdoors, where a swing and a Buddha sculpture create a contemplative pause against subtle panelling- perfect for sunsets and quiet reflection.
Private spaces are accessed via a short passage punctuated by wall-mounted cane sculptural lights. In the master bedroom, darker wood veneers, pine-cone embroidered curtains, a reading armchair, and a compact study desk echo memories of Dehradun. The absence of a television is offset by a finely detailed chest that adds both function and character.
Indian craftsmanship takes centre stage in the wife’s bedroom, where Kalakarihaath wallpaper forms a nuanced backdrop to a wood-and-cane four-poster bed. The daughters’ shared room is lighter- finished in ivory and soft grey, with lilac accents, butterfly-embroidered curtains, and efficient sliding wardrobes. A flexible home theatre completes the house, featuring a convertible sofa, concealed storage, and a mock window detailed in cane and veneer.
Subtle timber and cane elements weave quietly throughout, creating an unspoken dialogue between memory and place. Here, minimalism is not about absence- it is about making space for connection, nature, and the quiet luxury of coming home to a view that never fades.
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