This modern Farmhouse – Ekam, was envisioned as a peaceful sanctuary for a nature-loving couple, avid birdwatchers and professionals seeking a quiet escape from their fast-paced urban lives. Set in a 2.5-acre farmland plot, this retreat is nestled within the gently rolling landscape near a river, offering a meditative environment not just for the homeowners but also for writers, artists, and photographers looking for inspiration in solitude.
This Modern Farmhouse is a Peaceful Sanctuary for its Dwellers | Spacevalue Architects
Positioned at the highest point of the site, Ekam commands sweeping 360° views of the river valley and distant mountains. The strategic placement ensures privacy while embracing the surrounding wilderness.
Vehicular access stops at the beginning of the site, and the journey to the home transitions into a quiet walk, fostering a deeper connection with nature.
On the ground floor, the plan comprises a sunken living area, dining, kitchen, and a guest bedroom. The living space spills onto an infinity pool deck, creating an effortless blend between interior and exterior. The pool edge vanishes into the landscape, making the water appear as if it flows into the horizon.
On the first floor, a multi-functional family lounge overlooks the pool and leads into a master suite designed with flexibility, able to function as a workspace, reading nook, or sleeping area. The overall spatial layout ensures visual continuity, while smart zoning offers moments of solitude and intimacy.
A central open-to-sky courtyard becomes the soul of the house, allowing the landscape to flow through the home, bringing in light, air, and the sounds of nature. Every room offers framed views of the outdoors, making nature an integral part of daily living.
The house is oriented eastward, ensuring that morning light fills the living spaces, while the surrounding mountains provide shade and drama through the day.
The architecture is deeply site-responsive, conforming to the natural terrain and embracing it. The house transforms into a pavilion-like structure, allowing natural ventilation and cool breezes to pass through effortlessly. The design reflects sustainability and simplicity, keeping the built form low and grounded in its environment.
Laterite stone, sourced from the region, forms the core structure and adds thermal mass, keeping interiors cool. Kota stone flooring offers durability, elegance, and a natural feel underfoot. Exposed concrete and wooden finishes create a warm yet minimalist aesthetic, aligned with the rustic charm of the setting.
Due to its remote location deep in the hinterlands, the project came with logistical hurdles that transformed into meaningful opportunities.
Material procurement and construction became a community-driven effort, with local laborers and artisans setting up camp on-site.
This collaborative construction process blurred the line between building and bonding, infusing the space with a sense of ownership and place.
Ultimately, this modern farmhouse, Ekam, is more than just a weekend home. It is a climate-responsive, contextually rooted architectural expression, a space that prioritises slow living, ecological sensitivity, and the joy of simplicity. Every corner of the house reflects a dialogue with the land, making it a true extension of its natural surroundings.
Fact File
Designed by: Spacevalue Architects
Project Type: Residential Architecture & Interior Design
Project Name: Ekam House
Location: Jambhulpada, Sudhagad, Maharashtra
Year Built: 2024
Built-up Area: 1800 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Ar. Aarti Sambare
Landscape Architects: Ar. Deepika Kubal
Photograph Courtesy: Mukesh Gajjar Photography
Products / Materials / Vendors: Finhes – tiles cladding, texture with paint / Wallcovering / Cladding – nexion tiles / Lighting – futura / Sanitaryware – Jaquer / Flooring – Natura Kota Kitchen – custom designed Paint – Asian Paint / Wallpaper – ddecor / Hardware – hafele, Ebco
Firm’s Instagram Link: Spacevalue Architects
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