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This Monolithic Home in the Himalayas Evokes a Singular Silhouette | Portal 92

Nestled in the foothills of the Shivalik range, the Himalayas is our latest project, Ekasham — a private residence refurbishment and redevelopment project, spread across an area of 2177 sqm. The monolithic home, through its volumes, composed of old and new structures, merges into a singular silhouette evoking the presence of a monolith from which the project derives its name.

This Monolithic Home in the Himalayas Evokes a Singular Silhouette | Portal 92

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Woven into the fabric of the existing structure is a sanctuary for rest and rejuvenation, discreetly tucked towards the rear on the ground level. The spatial character is defined by its softness, as the nude walls and ceiling gently merge into one another, emulating the texture of one’s skin.

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Spatial Layout

At its heart, a gently curving wall meanders through the space, carving alcoves that house various programs of the spa and lounge. The massage room reinterprets the space required for a traditional Indian massage, where one’s body is closer to the ground.

The middle level houses two bedrooms and studies, whose distinct palettes speak to their inhabitants’ individuality. This contrast finds equilibrium in the shared lounge, attempting to create a dialogue between the two spaces. The terrace level reveals itself as an expansive, open plan, entertainment and hosting area, where indoor and outdoor realms effortlessly flow into one another.

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The indoor area, conceived as a gaming retreat, is anchored by a flowing wall clad in Gwalior Mint on one end and a built-in bar on the other. Underfoot, a dark olive microtopping floor is embedded with brass inlays and contrasting tones. Sometimes serving as divisions and other times as an invitation to gather around the poker table.

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A large, low-height, cushioned surface was built and made impervious to even vigorous movement. Adjacent to it, a bench offers a quiet utility, clad with porcelain to resist oil absorption. 

A seamless circular hot tub anchors the space, sheathed in kit-kat tiles and stone, with a custom drain detail with dual-slots to control spillage.

In the midst of subdued tones, a Brushed Stainless Steel ceiling hovers above the steam room, quietly asserting its presence. Across the ground level, these Kit-Kat tiles serve as a delicate tactile string, skimming and punctuating the in-situ works.

Outdoor Realm

The outdoor realm is a fluid social landscape, articulated through in-situ seating in varied configurations, with multiple nodes for gathering. Here, the microtopped floor occasionally gives way to patterns composed of acrylic inlays, echoing the softness of rugs in an exterior environment.

The use of stone chips and local plants creates a natural landscape. This seamlessly blends with a circular fireplace and a barbecue station. The horticulture intent for the project was to achieve an asymmetrical rhythm, with various species native to the Indian foothills

Fact File

Designed by: Portal 92

Project Type: Residential Architecture Design

Project Name: Ekasham House

Location: Paonta Sahib, Himachal Pradesh

Year Built: 2025

Built-up Area: 23433 Sq.ft

Principal Architects: Aanchal Sawhne & Sagar Goyal

Team Design Credits:  Aanchal Sawhney, Sagar Goyal, Adrijaa Bhuyan, Astha Verma

Photograph Courtesy: Niveditaa Gupta

Manufacturers:  ART N GLASS, Casa Aurum, Mobel Grace, Morii Designs, Nimrat Narang, Opulo, Stem, Stone X, Surface & Design Studio, Tagels, VitrA, White Lighting Solutions

Text: Sagar Goyal, Shreya Parinam, Vanshika Chadha

Mep /Hvac Consultant: Sophic Designs

Mill Work And Furniture: Mobelgrace

Hot Tub, Pool Consultant: Mangwaal Pool & Spa

Source: Archdaily

Firm’s Website Link: Portal 92

Firm’s Instagram Link: Portal 92

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