Sandeep Geeta & Associates have designed Casa Divina—a home where art, history, and craftsmanship converge to evoke the timeless elegance of a Venetian palace.
Nestled in Gurgaon, the Casa Divina is more than a home—it’s a passage into another world, one where art, history, and craftsmanship unite in a celebration of timeless elegance. When SGA embarked on this project, they envisioned a sanctuary that would evoke the romance and grandeur of a Venetian palace. Each element here was selected and crafted to be part of an intricate dance of light, colour, and texture—a home that feels both centuries old and fresh with life.
As you step inside, the coffered ceiling in the lift lobby introduces you to a realm inspired by the architectural wonder of Rome. Crafted in a way that echoes the structural beauty of the Pantheon, this ceiling is a prelude to the artistry within. The gaze naturally drifts upward, where frescoed ceilings—painted by artisans who brought their decades-old expertise from Italian cathedrals—transform light and shadow into a constantly shifting tapestry. It’s a ceiling that feels alive, bringing the serenity of the Renaissance right into the heart of Gurgaon.
The living room is conceived as the crown of the home, where light and material create a dialogue. White statuario flooring, crema travertino panelling, and a Carrara fireplace with delicate gold work form a calm yet ceremonial backdrop. The space evolves with daylight filtering through semi-precious onyx and lapis screens, turning each hour into a different experience.
The dining area sits as a natural extension, designed for long meals and conversations. A black marquina table anchors the room, softened by crema travertino walls and a statuario floor edged with grey bardiglio. The onyx screen again plays a quiet role, adding gentle colour and radiance without excess.
The kitchen balances function and elegance. Stained glass window framed in brass recalls Italian palaces, bringing pink and green tones that shift across the day. These surfaces, paired with robust Swiss Altec and Michelangelo white stone floors, ensure durability while keeping the atmosphere refined.
The puja space was given particular care. The gilded Art Deco temple stands against a backdrop of lead marble, intimate yet dignified. It is a quiet pause in the home, respectful in scale and detail, embodying reverence without overpowering the surrounding interiors.
The bedrooms are designed as sanctuaries of rest. Wooden flooring from Poland introduces warmth underfoot, while light grey bardiglio and Carrara surfaces provide structure and calm. In the master suite, brass-framed mirrors and select furniture from Italian ateliers add refinement without noise. Each bedroom is deeply personal, finished with understated tones that allow light and art to take precedence.
“Moving through the space, every surface tells a story. Marble floors in statuario, Bardiglio, and Carrara lend a quiet strength to the rooms, their natural veining a reminder of the earth’s history embedded in stone. These marbles are juxtaposed with pewter-finished walls, hand-treated to add a tactile warmth that softens the gleam of stone. This balance of textures draws the eye and invites the hand—a space that welcomes touch and revels in subtlety. We layered in natural wood flooring sourced from Poland, not only for its warm tones but also for its sustainable roots, adding another dimension of thoughtfulness to the home’s foundation.” Informs Geeta Uppal, Principal Architect, Sandeep Geeta & Associates
Furniture pieces here are not merely functional— they are works of art, thoughtfully sourced from across Europe. Armchairs handcrafted in Italy, light fixtures with French gold finishes, and antiqueinspired tables become part of the Manor’s story, adding a whisper of old-world Europe. These selections weren’t about opulence for opulence’s sake but about blending history with an aesthetic that feels richly lived-in. Each piece bears the mark of artisans who poured their skills and stories into its form, creating a subtle elegance that is never overpowering, yet quietly captivating.
“Light was treated as a material in itself. Daylight filters through stained glass and onyx screens, shifting moods from morning clarity to evening softness. This natural play was complemented with carefully layered artificial lighting, chandeliers and sconces from Laudarte, lamps with French gold finishes, and targeted accents to illuminate art and architectural details. The intent was always to create glow rather than glare, warmth rather than brightness.” Sandeep Uppal, Principal Architect, Sandeep Geeta & Associates
Overall, their approach was not just about creating a beautiful space, but about weaving an experience that resonates on a deeper level—a celebration of art, tradition, and a love for finely crafted details. Casa Divina is not merely a weekend retreat; it is a place where history and present-day blend seamlessly, a home that feels like a piece of living art.
