Raw, earthy and rooted in nature, the Sienna House is a weekend home that draws inspiration from its surrounding. Located 90 km from Mumbai in Khopoli, Maharashtra, the house is perched on a tableland, 1200 ft above sea level, against the backdrop of the Western Ghats. One of the first houses in the upcoming Serenity Villas and Farms development, this house by SAGI Architects is designed to set the architectural character for the rest of the plots. The visual and spatial characteristics of the house come together to create a sense of openness and transparency that allow its inhabitants to connect with nature.

The design uses simple geometry and expansive open spaces to reimagine a pavilion-style home that responds to the climate and site conditions. The house is envisioned as an inward-looking sanctuary for a family that loves spending time with each other as much as hosting their loved ones. The design strikes a balance between the natural and built spaces. With warm, muted walls and reddish-brown Mangalore tiles, the Sienna House blends effortlessly into its backdrop.