Ekagrah House a 15,000 sq. ft. villa in Karla, Lonavala was envisioned as a luxurious yet deeply functional multi-generational family home. Designed by Vyoma Motiramani, Principal Architect, Design Lab Vyoma, interior brief given by the client was to create a residence that could support everyday living, large family gatherings, wellness, leisure, entertainment and moments of quiet retreat.
The home was designed to offer a seamless blend of luxury and comfort, with spaces such as a swimming pool, gym, spa, home theatre, library, games room, tennis court, yoga patio, bonfire pit, outdoor seating areas, and a dedicated nursery. Vyoma says, “The idea was to create a residence where every generation could find its own space while still remaining connected through a strong central design narrative.” She further informs, “The home has been designed for a multi-generational family. Their lifestyle required a residence that could balance togetherness with privacy, tradition with modern living, and grandeur with everyday comfort. The design reflects a family-oriented way of life, with spaces planned for gatherings, celebrations, wellness, recreation, and personal retreat.”
The living room is designed as the social nucleus of the residence. It unfolds beneath a dramatic vaulted ceiling articulated with exposed timber trusses, adding both structure and character to the space. A monumental stone backdrop anchors the room, while a fireplace crafted in Black Serengeti marble and richly detailed black wood introduces a sense of timeless sophistication. Given the scale of the space, the furniture layout has been carefully planned to encourage interaction and flexibility. A central arrangement of opposing sofas creates a natural conversational setting for large family gatherings, while smaller seating pockets offer more intimate corners for conversation, coffee, or quiet pauses. A raised high-table corner overlooks both the living space and the pool beyond, further enhancing the room’s layered functionality.
“One edge of the great room connects the Brahmasthal and the living area directly through brass-detailed doors with clear and ribbed glass. These doors act as a subtle threshold between the indoors and outdoors, preserving privacy while maintaining visual continuity”, says Vyoma
The dining room is anchored by a bespoke 15-foot white marble table with intricate metal inlay detailing, supported by crafted timber bases that lend presence and character to the space. The kitchen is planned in close connection with the dining area, supporting the home’s larger lifestyle of family gatherings, hosting, and everyday living. The pooja room is envisioned as a serene spiritual pause within the villa.
The entertainment spaces include the games room, home theatre, library, pool pavilion, and bar area, each designed to support a different aspect of leisure and social living.
The games room is a sophisticated recreational retreat, anchored by a sculptural feature wall composed of bespoke geometric panels. Full-height back-painted glass panels function as elegant writable surfaces, allowing children and family members to draw, sketch, and interact freely while maintaining a refined visual language. The home theatre is designed as a private screening room focused on comfort, acoustics, and an immersive viewing experience. The library is envisioned as a private reading retreat inspired by the timeless character of an English study.
The villa features five bedrooms, each designed as a private retreat with its own character while maintaining continuity with the overall design language of the home. The first bedroom combines soft sage-green tones, natural materials, large openings, full-height drapery, and integrated millwork to create a calm and understated environment. The second bedroom is defined by natural materials, handcrafted elements, garden-facing views, and a warm layered palette, resulting in a grounded and intimate atmosphere. The third bedroom is set beneath vaulted ceilings with exposed timber rafters. The fourth bedroom is organised around a vaulted timber ceiling that brings scale and character to the space. The fifth bedroom is conceived as a private retreat with exposed timber rafters, custom furnishings, a library corner, writing desk, and private balcony, making it both restful and functional. The bathrooms are designed as seamless extensions of the bedrooms. Walk-in wardrobes are organised around long dressing counters with full-height mirrors, custom wardrobes, integrated joinery, and bespoke storage.
The outdoor spaces are central to the experience of Ekagrah House. The villa includes landscaped outdoor areas such as a yoga patio, bonfire pit, intimate seating pockets, a dedicated nursery, pool deck, pool pavilion, outdoor bar, terrace, and tennis court.
Ekagrah House is conceived around the symbolism of the *Swastika, an ancient Indian motif representing growth and expansion in all four directions. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word *Ekagra, meaning “onepointed” or “focused”. This reflects the central idea of the home: a singular point from which all spaces radiate. At the core of the residence lies the Brahmasthal, a verdant central courtyard that anchors the home and organises its spatial flow. Ekagrah House is a contemporary villa rooted in nature, tradition, and family living. It is a home where architecture, interiors, landscape, and craft come together to create a layered and meaningful experience. Architecture by Shabbir Unwal
Photography Sagar Mandal, Studio Colourblind www.instagram.com/designlabvyoma
