House on Arches
A home that breathes with nature.
Mulshi, Pune
CONCEPT
Set against the Sahyadris near the Mulshi River, “House on Arches” is a 13,000 sq.ft. farmhouse villa designed as a quiet dialogue between architecture and landscape.
Every curve and contour of the 10-acre site shapes how the home breathes, opening itself to streams, hills, and monsoon skies.
DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Raised gently on stilts to respect the terrain and its waters, the structure rests lightly within its environment. The architecture and landscape of this farmhouse villa draw inspiration from the seamless weave of the popular Indian textile, the “Sari”. This metaphor effectively bridges the stilt (ground) and first-floor levels, treating the entire structure as one flowing piece of fabric gently settled within the 10-acre natural canvas.
Drawing inspiration from the weave of an Indian sari, the architecture ties together built and natural elements into one continuous fabric of life. It stands as both shelter and statement which strives for a living balance between sustainability, family, and nature.
This intergenerational weekend family home has been awarded IGBC Platinum rating for both Green Homes and Green Landscape, underscoring a deep commitment to environmental sustainability.
DESIGN LOGIC
Elevated Living: Raised on stilts, the home adapts to seasonal rains and potential flooding, staying harmonious with the landscape while preserving natural drainage.
Framing Vistas: Arched openings on the first floor frame sweeping views, drawing the landscape into the living spaces and fostering a timeless dialogue between architecture and nature.
Noteworthy IGBC features
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IGBC Platinum rated Green Home
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IGBC Platinum rated Green Landscape
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1st Platinum rating for Green Landscape in Pune, India.
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Largest green roof for a single-family home in the residential category under Green Homes in India
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Three IGBC points achieved in ‘Innovation and Design process’ section: (1) Natural topography and vegetation; (2) Water efficient plumbing fixtures and (3) cross-ventilation