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Set amidst the scenic backdrop of Pune’s rolling hills, this 15,000 sq ft private villa explores the dialogue between scale and restraint. The design philosophy was centered on balancing monumentality with intimacy. The scale of the home demanded grandeur, yet the intention was to ensure it never felt overwhelming. 

Designed by Studio Co.create, the interiors interpret luxury through proportion, light, and material clarity rather than ornamentation. A 25-foot double-height living space anchors the home, while interconnected social zones encourage fluid movement. Leisure and wellness areas are embedded within the planning framework, reinforcing a lifestyle-driven approach. The five bedrooms extend onto private terraces with expansive mountain views. A restrained palette of stone, wood, and metal defines a contemporary residence that balances monumentality with intimacy. 

The client envisioned a home that would feel expansive yet intimate — a residence designed for entertaining at scale while preserving warmth for everyday family living. The brief called for clean modern aesthetics, generous volumes, abundant natural light, and distinct spaces for leisure and wellness. Importantly, each bedroom was to reflect an individual personality while maintaining an overarching design language of quiet luxury.

Pune,Maharashtra,India

Architects : Studio Co.create
Area : 15,000 sq. ft.
Year of Completion : 2025
Website : https://www.instagram.com/studioco.create/

Entrance lobby of Altura by Studio Co.create

The spatial narrative begins at the entrance lobby, a composed, understated prelude that sets the tone for what unfolds within. Clean lines, tactile finishes, and controlled lighting create a sense of anticipation before the home opens into its most dramatic gesture: a 25-foot double-height living room.


Living room of Altura by Studio Co.create

The living space is monumental yet balanced. Expansive glazing frames panoramic hill views while inviting natural light to shape the ambience throughout the day. Statement lighting installations emphasise verticality, enhancing the grandeur of the volume. 


Living room with marble accent wall of Altura by Studio Co.create


Bar area of Altura by Studio Co.create

Integrated seamlessly into this social core is a bespoke bar area, designed not as an add-on but as a sculptural extension of the living room. Rich materials and layered textures lend it a refined presence, making it ideal for curated gatherings and intimate celebrations alike.


Family room of Altura by Studio Co.create

Overlooking the swimming pool, the family room introduces a softer mood. Warmer finishes, comfortable seating, and a closer relationship to the outdoors create a relaxed setting for daily living. Large sliding doors dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior, allowing the pool deck to function as a natural extension of the space.


Mandir with Courtyard of Altura by Studio Co.create

At the heart of the home lies a serene mandir courtyard, illuminated by a dramatic skylight. Natural light cascades down textured surfaces, creating a tranquil spiritual sanctuary within the contemporary framework. This space anchors the home emotionally, balancing luxury with mindfulness.


Dining of Altura by Studio Co.create

The dining area is conceived as a seamless extension of the living space, positioned to capture both vertical volume and external views. Sculptural lighting and curated material contrasts elevate the everyday dining experience into an occasion.


Master Bedroom of Altura by Studio Co.create


Daughter's Bedroom of Altura by Studio Co.create

Each of the five bedrooms is individually conceptualised, reflecting distinct moods through material palettes, textures, and bespoke detailing. Despite their uniqueness, a common thread of understated elegance unifies them. 

All bedrooms open onto private terraces with uninterrupted hill views — allowing the landscape to become an integral part of the interior experience. 


Son's bedroom of Altura by Studio Co.create


Guest Bedroom 01 of Altura by Studio Co.create


Guest Bedroom 02 of Altura by Studio Co.create


Home Theater of Altura by Studio Co.create

The villa integrates leisure as an essential aspect of lifestyle. A fully equipped home theatre offers an immersive cinematic environment with acoustically tuned interiors. The games room and pool lounge provide vibrant yet refined recreational zones designed for both family interaction and entertaining guests. 

Wellness is further emphasised through the swimming pool and private gym ensuring the residence supports both social vibrancy and personal retreat. 


Games room of Altura by Studio Co.create


Pool lounge of Altura by Studio Co.create

The design vocabulary is rooted in modern minimalism layered with luxury. Natural stone, wood veneers, metal accents, and soft textiles are curated with precision to create depth without excess, ensuring the home feels both grand and welcoming. 

By carefully responding to the client’s vision — balancing scale with intimacy, opulence with restraint — the villa emerges as a contemporary sanctuary. It is a home designed not only to impress, but to endure.


Swimming pool of Altura by Studio Co.create




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