A quiet dialogue between architecture and nature.
Project Name : Delhi Villa
Project Location : New Delhi, India
Architect/Interior Designer : SEZA Architects
Principal Architect/Designer : Seema Puri Mullan and Zarir Mullan
Photographer: Kuber Shah
Set within a lush canopy of mature trees in New Delhi, this villa by SEZA Architects offers a serene refuge that thoughtfully reconciles architectural clarity with the quiet rhythms of nature. Designed for a young family of four, the home orchestrates openness, privacy and sustainability through a sensitive spatial narrative that transforms urban living into an experience of calm retreat. At its heart lies a soaring double height courtyard around which the primary living spaces are composed. Every room opens outward to both this central volume and to the gardens at the front and rear of the site, allowing daylight, greenery, and movement to flow in a continuous loop. A linear internal light well introduces natural light deep into the basement lounge, ensuring even secluded spaces remain warm, luminous and connected.
The spatial organisation unfolds vertically with a clear hierarchy. Private bedrooms occupy the first and second floors, each configured as an independent living unit with its own lounge and terrace. The structure steps back as it rises, enabling generous cantilevered decks and sculptural roof projections that shield the facade while lending dynamic form to the exterior. These cascading terraces frame uninterrupted views of treetops and sky, crafting personal outdoor extensions that preserve intimacy and soften the boundary between built form and landscape.
Material expression shapes the atmosphere of the home with quiet sophistication. Grey stone and warm timber define the palette, grounding the structure and creating a tactile depth that is both refined and welcoming. Deep overhangs and textured surfaces temper the tropical climate while establishing a serene resort like ambience. Inside, light grey ash veneer unifies the rooms, and rust toned leather seating on the upper family deck complements the surrounding foliage with a warm counterpoint.
Art and craft are thoughtfully integrated into the architectural journey. A striking canvas by Abhijit Pathak greets visitors at the entry, accompanied by a sculptural bench crafted from recycled materials by Bandana Jain. A carefully curated ascent along the staircase reveals a sequence of artworks, transitioning from Pradeep’s monochromatic sculpture to Deena Pindoria’s ajrakh block prints and concluding with Ashish Shah’s dramatic nazar pattu tapestry. Each intervention enriches the home with narrative and character, transforming circulation spaces into moments of discovery.
This villa stands as a poetic equilibrium of nature and design. Its terraces, decks and courtyards nurture connection at every turn, cultivating a lifestyle rooted in light, landscape and daily ritual. It is a residence that celebrates intimacy and openness in equal measure, offering contemporary living grounded in place and purpose.
Project Name : Delhi Villa
Project Location : New Delhi, India
Architect/Interior Designer : SEZA Architects
Principal Architect/Designer : Seema Puri Mullan and Zarir Mullan
Photographer: Kuber Shah
