Monsoon Retreat, a villa amidst the picturesque hills of Khandala, is a luxurious extension of nature and gives a new meaning to the seldom experienced concept of ‘space and privacy’. Alan Abraham of Abraham John Architects collaborated with Mana Shetty of R House to create twenty-one resort-like contemporary villas that are part of a luxury gated project.
An evergreen courtyard, a clear blue sky and an open space that eagerly offers privacy, is a refreshing combination that greets you as soon as you follow a tree-lined road leading up to these villas. The villas offer everything that city life is devoid of - a breath-taking landscape, elegant structures, an enduring and green design, an abundance of natural light and fresh air and the excitement of ‘discovering’ skylights and courtyards that add an element of surprise their indoor spaces.
A striking feature is the open floor plan that compels one to view the living-cum-dining-cum- pool areas as an expansive lounge. Here stylish lights suspended from the ceiling add to the magic and create an absolutely calming environment.
