Rampath Residence, designed by Design Dual, embraces clean lines, bold contrasts, and a restrained material palette to create a Neo-Minimalist home that seamlessly balances privacy and connection for three generations.
Set within one of Jaipur’s most coveted residential colonies, Rampath Residence spans an expansive 6,757 sq. ft. and stands as a refined reinterpretation of multigenerational living. Conceptualised and designed by Arjun Sara and Wamika Bansal, Co-Founders and Principal Architects of Design Dual, the home accommodates three generations under one roof with remarkable sensitivity. The design navigates the fine balance between individuality and togetherness, offering each unit its own privacy while maintaining an overarching sense of connection and continuity. Clean, contemporary lines anchor the architecture, while the spatial flow thoughtfully nurtures familial harmony.
The architectural response was rooted in NeoMinimalism, an evolved take on minimal design that brings together simplicity and emotional depth. This aesthetic strips away excess, focusing instead on clarity, balance, and intentional contrasts. Straight lines, bold focal elements, and a restrained material palette form the foundation of this elegant yet functional home.
Spatially, the residence is organized across three floors, with each level functioning as an independent 2-bedroom unit. Each family enjoys its own set of indoor and outdoor entertainment spaces. Double-height volumes have been strategically introduced on every level to create vertical visual connections, allowing a sense of togetherness to coexist with individual privacy. This spatial layering ensures that while every generation has its own private zone, the house still feels unified as one large, interconnected home.
The project involved a complete revamp of an existing structure, which came with its share of challenges. Working around the existing beams and columns, the design had to strike a balance between structural feasibility and layout aspirations. Minimal demolition was carried out to retain integrity while introducing a more contemporary, open plan suited to modern living.
Materiality plays a significant role in enhancing the design’s visual and tactile appeal. Brick, concrete, glass, and metal form the core structural palette. The façade is rendered in exterior-grade textured paint, with black MS plate detailing that adds personality and modern character to the elevation. A standout feature at the entry is a sculptural installation of 60mm-thick Indian black granite verticals along the boundary wall, positioned like tall candles leading to the main door.
A consistent design language is carried across the interiors. Terrazzo flooring is used for the two terraces on the first and second floors. It subtly references square geometries and adds rhythm without overpowering the clean aesthetic. The colour scheme remains deliberately understated. A timeless grey-and-white palette is used throughout, punctuated with bold black metal details that give the home its strong, modern character. Lighting becomes an essential part of the spatial experience: large double-height glazing, C-shaped glass on the façade, custom 8-foot circular drop lights, and dramatic chandeliers are thoughtfully placed to bring in both daylight and ambient glow.
On the second floor, a custom-fabricated metal pergola introduces another unique design moment. Comprising angled metal plates in soft, sky-like tones, the pergola adds a feeling of lightness and openness. It transforms the terrace into a tranquil escape ideal for unwinding, socializing, or simply enjoying the breeze.
What sets this home apart is its ability to be both current and timeless. There is a quiet confidence in the design and a refusal to chase fleeting trends. Instead, it embraces a long-term vision: a house that can evolve with the people who inhabit it, without ever feeling outdated.
This project is a thoughtful expression of how architecture can support the nuances of modern family life through intuitive planning, refined aesthetics, and careful material choices. It is a residence that feels just as intimate as it does grand, personal yet universally resonant.
Photographer: Studio BluOra
