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Gujarat Houzz: A Bungalow Channels Larger-Than-Life Luxury & Tradition
Small-town roots and big-league luxury come together through sun-filled spaces, private courtyards and earthy materials
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here: Mr and Mrs Patel, their son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren
Location: Nadiad, Gujarat
Year built: 2018
Size: 1208 square metres (13,000 square feet); 5 bedrooms; 6 bathrooms; 1 steam room
Architectural and interior designers: Ashish Patel, Nikhil Patel, Nilesh Dalsania and Vasudev Sheta of Ace Associates
Photos by Tejas Shah Photography
When it came to building and designing this luxurious bungalow in Nadiad, Ace Associates had a straightforward brief – the homeowners wanted unique and functional spaces that seamlessly synced with the outdoors. Architects Ashish Patel, Nikhil Patel and Nilesh Dalsania, together with interior designer Vasudev Sheta, consciously reflected the client’s small-town roots in the grand decor scheme of the home. They incorporated sun-filled spaces, private courtyards and an outdoor temple, and used a combination of indigenous Indian and imported materials for the facade and interiors of the home.
Who lives here: Mr and Mrs Patel, their son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren
Location: Nadiad, Gujarat
Year built: 2018
Size: 1208 square metres (13,000 square feet); 5 bedrooms; 6 bathrooms; 1 steam room
Architectural and interior designers: Ashish Patel, Nikhil Patel, Nilesh Dalsania and Vasudev Sheta of Ace Associates
Photos by Tejas Shah Photography
When it came to building and designing this luxurious bungalow in Nadiad, Ace Associates had a straightforward brief – the homeowners wanted unique and functional spaces that seamlessly synced with the outdoors. Architects Ashish Patel, Nikhil Patel and Nilesh Dalsania, together with interior designer Vasudev Sheta, consciously reflected the client’s small-town roots in the grand decor scheme of the home. They incorporated sun-filled spaces, private courtyards and an outdoor temple, and used a combination of indigenous Indian and imported materials for the facade and interiors of the home.
Halfway along the walkway, on the right, are steps leading up to the entrance to the home. The bungalow’s facade is contemporary, minimalistic and characterised by clean, straight lines. It features a raw organic, natural palette, with materials like concrete, exposed brick, wood and glass.
The bungalow opens to a foyer bathed in warm colours. A slatted-wood ceiling and wall envelope the yellow Jaisalmer floor. A slim rectangular skylight illuminates the wooden feature wall.
All furniture is custom-made
All furniture is custom-made
The foyer leads on into a 25x25-foot living room with a 17-foot-high ceiling. The room is a symphony in blue and the colours of natural timber, brightened by the yellow Jaisalmer floor. Floor-to-ceiling glass panels open the home out to the north and east, and allow generous views of the landscaped garden. The room is accessorised with a pair of horse busts that mesh with the earthy colour scheme and form a compelling focal point.
In addition, a clock set in an ornate foliated square frame rests on the farthest wall, its tarnished old-world appearance lending a charming antique touch to the room.
“The living room is reminiscent of a luxurious pavilion. Its north- and east-facing windows allow
plenty of daylight, which effectively highlight the display of unique sculptures and custom-designed furniture,” Ashish says.
“The living room is reminiscent of a luxurious pavilion. Its north- and east-facing windows allow
plenty of daylight, which effectively highlight the display of unique sculptures and custom-designed furniture,” Ashish says.
Carved as a separate space for intimate mealtimes, the dining room mirrors the Jaisalmer flooring and bursts of blue from the foyer and living room. The dining table is overarched by an impressive custom-made chandelier. The dining room links to an open kitchen, fitted with a breakfast bar and capped by a coved ceiling.
The dining room leads to a slim, sunlit courtyard with a life-size sculpture of a horse and carriage.
Decorated in restrained hues, the beige-and-white master bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows that shower natural light into the room. The room connects to a private south-facing courtyard.
Inspired by the same colour palette, the courtyard is emblazoned with a melange of decor elements. The courtyard seems to flow seamlessly to the open-plan bathroom and dressing space, which has its own little sky-lit pocket garden. Floral medallions form an eye-popping display on the burnt orange wall, while the tiny garden lends splashes of green. A free-form mirror shaped like a jigsaw piece adds visual interest to the space.
Continuing on along the ground floor, a guest bedroom sits on the west-facing side of the bungalow. Lavished with wooden panelling on the ceiling and ribbed central wall, the room is dominated by timber and white. The panelled wall contains wooden frames in varying sizes, some adorned with cut-out designs. This room also comes with an adjoining south-facing courtyard.
The floating staircase leading to the first floor is housed within an atrium. A stained-glass mythological mural of Radha and Krishna, measuring 30x9 feet, forms a commanding centrepiece. A suspended floral sculpture made of petrified wood roots urges the eye upwards.
Seasoned with retro-vintage elements, the granddaughter’s bedroom is a contemporary reimagination of Mughal imagery. The vanilla ceiling is dotted with starry motifs selectively inlaid with mirrors, while a columned wall embellished with a Mughal-style print wallpaper adds depth to the space. The room links to a north-facing private terrace with a vertical garden.
The ensuite bathroom echoes the Mughal theme, as well. A pointed arch, dressed in jade wallpaper, holds a circular mirror. It is complemented by a pleated fabric awning or shamiyana.
Mediterranean vibes envelop the grandson’s bedroom. The sweeping space is decorated with arches, special wall finishes and a bold red-and-white colour palette. It opens out onto a north-facing balcony, fitted with a wooden hammock and overlooking the temple courtyard landscape.
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“The landscape of the house evolved around the free-standing, unique temple structure. A water body, sculptures, swimming pool and exotic plants frame the L-shaped layout around the north and east. A cosy verandah and deck serve as vantage points over the wonderful landscape,” Ashish says.