A palatial Jalandhar home with Greek and Roman influences

23DC Architects crafts a luxurious home which is a power play of classical architecture enhanced by its surroundings.

Curated by: Deepa Nair
Photographs: Atul Pratap Chauhan; courtesy 23DC Architects

Project The Grand Alabaster designed by 23DC Architects in Jalandhar is a lavish villa which defines luxury and comfort. Designed in a classical style, the grand scale of the villa and the conspicuous play of columns and arches mimic ancient Greek and Roman structures. Shiv Dada and Mohit Chawla, principal architects, 23DC Architects disclose that the idea behind this colossal architecture was to build a palatial home for the clients. The exterior stretch of the villa creates a calm focus for the entire building as it is embraced with soothing and calming natural beauty of landscapes and sceneries, whereas the sumptuous interiors are neo-classical in nature. The spatial configuration consist of a stately composition of a double-height formal living area, a grand dining space and deluxe en-suite rooms. The villa also has luxurious entertainment areas like an indoor pool, sauna and massage room, gym, a large rumpus room, and many lavish corners and breakout spaces.

The dazzling combination of an arch door with French windows opens into an enchanting foyer area. The embellished walls together with ceiling dome accentuated by a crystal chandelier creates an astounding and elegant ambiance. The villa is dreamily lit with traditional chandeliers and wall lamps that complement the classical theme. The picturesque residence looks quite opulent but it is minimalist at the same time — maintaining a “celestial balance of under-arching and over-arching.” Similarly, its aesthetic canvas is painted with neutral and vibrant colour palettes creating a perfect harmony of simple yet noble. What makes this villa grand is its strategic play with depths and heights which gives it a majestic structure and adds to its grandeur.