Forest Retreat Villa – Banjara Hills

Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 2025 3,500 sq.ft Heritage Restoration

Project Overview

Conceptual architectural design for a 3500 sq.ft residence in Banjara Hills, rooted in heritage restoration principles. Includes massing studies, three facade variants, full plan set and a curated material palette ready to bid out.

Design Philosophy

"Bio-climatic envelope — west jaali, north glazing, south chajja — sized from a Hyderabad sun-path study."

Materials & Brands

Mild steel pergola in matte black PU
Board-marked exposed concrete
Lime plaster (chuna) on internal walls
Locally fired clay roof tiles
Bamboo composite ceiling soffits

Architectural Design Boards

Front elevation, floor plan, massing study and the curated material palette — the full presentation deck.

Front Elevation

Street-facing elevation with landscape and façade material call-outs.

Floor Plan Concept

Stacked floor plan capturing flow, ventilation and Vastu zoning.

Massing Study

3D massing exploration showing volumes, terraces and shading devices.

Material Palette

Curated material & finish palette tying the exterior to interiors.

Project Highlights

Bill of quantities for tendering to contractors
Sun-path & wind-flow study attached to the design report
Full GFC drawing set — architectural, structural, MEP, plumbing
Concept boards, mood boards & three facade options
3D walkthrough video and VR-ready model
Vastu compliance report signed off by panel consultant