Design Highlights
- Expansive Covered Verandah: A deep, welcoming verandah supported by stately stone pillars, creating the perfect transitional space for relaxation, social gatherings, and enjoying the outdoors in any weather.
- Classic Terracotta Tiled Roof: A traditional sloping roof with classic terracotta tiles provides excellent protection from sun and rain while adding an earthy, timeless aesthetic.
- Textured Material Palette: A sophisticated blend of smooth off-white plaster, rugged grey stone cladding, and warm, polished wood creates a facade with visual depth and character.
- Elegant 'Jaali' Screen: A decorative perforated screen on the upper facade adds a touch of intricate craftsmanship, ensuring privacy while allowing for natural light and ventilation.
- Warm Wooden Elements: Extensive use of rich, polished wood for doors, windows, and the verandah ceiling brings natural warmth and a premium feel to the entire design.
- Raised Plinth & Welcoming Steps: The home is set on an elevated plinth with wide, inviting steps, giving it a commanding presence and protecting it from ground-level moisture.
A Home That Connects: The Design Philosophy
"The Sahyadri Verandah" is more than just a floor plan; it's a thoughtful response to the Indian way of life, designed specifically for the climate and culture of its region.
The Heart of the Home: The Verandah At its core, this design celebrates the verandah ('katta' or 'osari') – the quintessential social hub of a traditional Indian home. This space is envisioned not as a mere entryway, but as an extension of the living room, sheltered from the harsh sun and monsoon rains. It’s a place for morning chai, evening conversations, quiet reading, and welcoming guests with grace. The robust stone pillars provide a sense of permanence and grandeur, anchoring the home firmly to the land.
A Symphony of Materials The material palette is a deliberate dialogue between the rustic and the refined. The rugged texture of the grey stone cladding provides a beautiful, earthy contrast to the clean, smooth off-white plaster walls. The terracotta roof tiles add a layer of traditional colour and form, while the extensive use of polished wood on the doors, windows, and verandah ceiling infuses the design with warmth, elegance, and a connection to nature.
Climate-Responsive & Functional This design is inherently climate-responsive. The deep roof overhangs and the expansive verandah provide significant shade, keeping the core living spaces naturally cooler in the intense summer heat. The sloping roof is perfectly designed to handle heavy monsoon rainfall efficiently. The layout (not shown, but implied) prioritizes cross-ventilation, leveraging the 'jaali' screen and window placements to create a comfortable indoor environment with minimal reliance on artificial cooling.
Is "The Sahyadri Verandah" the Right Design for You?
This architectural design is ideally suited for:
- Families looking to build on medium to large-sized plots (typically 4000 sq.ft. and above) in Maharashtra or South India.
- Homeowners who have a deep appreciation for traditional Indian architectural elements but desire modern functionality and clean aesthetics.
- Those who value indoor-outdoor living and envision the verandah as a central part of their daily life.
- Clients seeking a home that is both a statement of cultural identity and a comfortable, practical sanctuary for modern family living.
Make This Vision Your Reality
Inspired by "The Sahyadri Verandah"? Contact us today to receive the complete floor plans, discuss customization options to suit your family's needs, and begin the journey of building your dream home.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Design Name | The Sahyadri Verandah |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary Traditional / Modern Vernacular |
| Approx. Built-Up Area | 2200 - 2500 sq.ft. (Customizable) |
| Suggested Plot Size | Minimum 4000 sq.ft. (Ideal: 5000 sq.ft.+ for ample garden space) |
| Assumed Layout | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Living, Dining, Kitchen, Utility, Verandah (Customizable) |
| Key Exterior Materials | Terracotta Roof Tiles, Natural Stone Pillars, Grey Stone Wall Cladding, Polished Wood, Plaster |
| Foundation Type | To be designed by a structural engineer based on specific site's soil test report. |
| Structure | RCC Framed Structure |
| Ideal Orientation | Versatile, but performs excellently on South or West facing plots to maximize verandah shade. |
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