The house embodies organic architecture that harmonizes with the mountain, sunrise, and moon through a triskelion design, optimizing views while adapting to the site and climate. The unique triskelion geometry, tailored to the context and climate, is complemented by a minimal natural material palette.
Utilizing black basalt stone, earth red bricks, and a black china mosaic roof, the design strikes a balance between sophistication and rustic charm. Kota stone flooring with a black china mosaic border defines spaces, and a vibrant yellow Jaisalmer stone highlights the central staircase. The pavilion on the deck provides both shelter and panoramic views of Matheran. A cantilevered sloping roof shields the structure from weather variations. Additionally, 2000 trees were planted during construction to enhance green cover, featuring low-maintenance indigenous plants chosen for their medicinal properties.
Ar Mahesh Naik
Mahesh Naik pursued his B.Arch (2001) and March (2019) from Pillai’s College of Architecture, New Panvel. He worked under Ar. Venkat pillai, Ar. Dean D’cruz and Ar. Hafeez Contractor and then started his own practice in the year 2002 in Navi Mumbai. His first project- Ebrahim Family House was nominated for the Aga Khan Award 10th cycle in the year 2007 and featured in 21st century world architecture by Phaidon press atlas, London. He was TED Talk speaker in IIM Ranchi in the year 2012.
Project details:
Project Name : Mountain Dust
Location: Wagachiwadi, Dhodhani, Panvel, Maharashtra
Principal Architect: Mahesh Naik
Completion Year: 2023
Structure: Load bearing
Total Construction area: 7295 Sqft
Architect’s Influence: Ar. Frank Lloyd Wright and Ar. Nari Gandhi
Architectural style: Objective Organic Architecture