In the lap of nature

9. Where: Ahmedabad, GujaratFirm: S A K DesignsSize: 650 square metres (7000 square feet)Here is a home that is as lush in design as in its surrounding greenery. This jewel box of a living room is enclosed in steel-framed glass windows and set in the midst of verdant gardens. Wood-finish tiled floors mimic the wood-batten ceiling, lending warmth to the space, while a life-size horse lamp makes for an interesting oeuvre d’art.Take a tour of this house

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1. Firm: SAK DesignsLocation: AhmedabadSize: 650 square metres (6997 square feet)This home on a plot engulfed with neem trees is an ode to space and greenery. The design of the house uses concrete, glass and steel in a minimalist design, which far from being at odds with the green surroundings, makes it an integral part of the scheme. Glass has been extensively used to partition areas, but also to maintain a visual connect with the outdoors.Find an architect in Houzz professionals to design your house