ARTISTRY AT ITS FINEST

A duplex residence in Pune where thoughtful design, bespoke interiors, and indulgent details create a home of timeless elegance and comfort.

 Photos by Windermere by Poonam Akash

Windermere by Poonam Akash is more than a home — it is a statement of grandeur, a sanc tuary where design and indulgence converge. T his duplex residence embodies the essence of luxury living, with an architectural pres ence and interiors that seamlessly balance elegance, opulence, and comfort.

 A LIVING ROOM THAT SETS THE STAGE

The journey into Windermere begins in a living room that evokes the timeless drama of a grand salon. Three pristine white bouclé sofas anchor the space, complemented by indigo-blue accent chairs that introduce depth and vibrancy. White marble flooring, patterned with intricate black motifs, flows across the expanse, soaring towards double-height ceilings. At the centre, a striking black piano becomes both an art piece and a symbol of the home’s cultural spirit. A gold-accented fireplace and a glitter ing crystal chandelier complete the tableau, casting warmth and brilliance across the room.

REFINED DINING WITH PLAYFUL FLAIR

The dining space continues this narrative of elegance with its palette of beige and white, accented by striped chair backs that bring a graphic edge. An eccentric yet sophisticated bellboy f igurine doubles as a hidden bar, infusing whimsy into the other wise refined setting. Here, classic sophistication meets modern character, ensuring every meal feels like an occasion.

GRANDEUR IN THE DETAILS

The foyer announces its own sense of drama: a bold black chest of drawers with gold accents sits beneath a gallery wall of photographs and keepsakes. But the pièce de résistance is the sweeping ombré golden staircase — a sculptural ascent that ties together the home’s two levels with unmistakable presence.

The kitchen, dressed in light blue tones and crowned with marble-finished granite, is both serene and functional. A central island with wood-and-beige bar stools invites gatherings, grounding the heart of the home in quiet elegance.

 BEDROOMS OF DISTINCT CHARACTER

Windermere’s bedrooms each tell a different story. The master suite is regal yet modern, its Victorian mouldings framing a soft palette of beige, grey, and brown. Beyond the bed lies a private indulgence: an indoor pool with mosaic flooring, cascading fountain, and a ceiling that mimics a star-studded sky — a daily retreat of pure luxury.

Other bedrooms unfold with equal personality. One is wrapped in warm wood and tropical wallpaper, softened with vermilion-peach textiles and rose-gold accents. Another chan nels bachelor-pad modernity with sleek greys, teak, and a single pop of yellow. The fourth bedroom is pure fantasy: a pink-hued, four-poster escape straight out of a dreamscape.

 INDULGENT RETREATS Bathrooms throughout Windermere maintain the same com mitment to detail, with each designed as a spa-like sanctuary featuring marble finishes, indulgent fixtures, and distinctive accents. T he home’s entertainment zone, aptly named The Den, em braces maximalist energy. Red sofas, dark stone-effect walls, and a ceiling alive with colour create a cinematic cocoon — immer sive, dramatic, unforgettable

ELEGANCE ABOVE THE CANOPY

The terrace offers a gentler rhythm: light-blue seating arranged among lush planters, a patterned mosaic floor underfoot, and open skies above. It is a space designed not just for leisure, but for reflection and retreat.

 A HOUSE OF PURE LUXURY

Every detail of Windermere has been conceived as an expression of artistry — from statement chandeliers to sculptural staircas es, from whimsical accents to serene retreats. It is a home that does more than showcase design; it offers its residents a lifestyle defined by comfort, sophistication, and unrestrained luxury. At Windermere, beauty resides in every detail, and luxury truly knows no bounds.