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House by the Lake, Walwhan
The lakeside holiday home is located on the shores of walwhan lake in lonavala in maharashtra. with a 
built up area of 700 sq.m. the site commands a panoramic view of a nearby dam and the surrounding hills. with wide decks and ramps linking land and water, the building is shaped like an abstracted cruiser, a concept that attempts to generate the air and excitement of a voyage. The building has a very simple plan, consisting of three levels. the levels have been determined in accordance with the post monsoon level of the adjoining lake. A bridge provides access to the building at the middle level, which contains two bedrooms, living and dinning areas along with a kitchen.
The lower level accommodates an additional set of self contained bedroom units, recreational space and the carpenter's unit. The top floor has a bedroom and a living room which open onto a covered sit out. the two layered façade is designed to take care of the high wind pressure common in the area and of rain during the monsoons. The large windows and expansive decks offer a scenic view of the surrounding lake and hills.
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