Amidst a residential neighbourhood of Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad that is defined by conventional architecture, this striking home emerges—a contemporary presence that contrasts with its more typical surroundings. Designed by Sona Reddy Studio, this 11,000-square-foot, three-storey project reimagines tradition with a modern perspective, where the dialogue between Brutalist aesthetics with vibrant interior design is woven into every corner. The clients—a young couple in their mid-thirties with two daughters—wanted their first home to embrace warmth and family life without sacrificing style.
The façade of this Hyderabad home is the first whisper of the house’s narrative—a bold, monolithic structure punctuated by geometric breeze blocks on the southern and western fronts. These porous sections invite both natural light and air, softening the intensity of the solid form while creating a dance of light and shadow throughout the day. The interaction between the solid and the void is not merely functional, but poetic, allowing the house to breathe and subtly blur the boundary between inside and out.
The brief was twofold: the complete gut renovation and rebuilding of the original structure while designing and constructing a new block for modern amenities such as a swimming pool, entertainment zone, and expansive green pockets. "Our main design approach focused on playing with dynamic forms, volumes, colours and materials while using innovative design interventions and thoughtful spatial planning to seamlessly merge the new and existing structures," Architect Sona Reddy explains. “We created two distinct yet complementary blocks–the older structure was extended at an angle to block harsh southern sunlight, while the new structure was entirely designed and built from scratch, ensuring a cohesive and complementary relationship between the two.”
The clients' appreciation for Art Deco and French influences became the emotional pulse of the home’s design. With pieces collected by their grandparents from London and France, these vintage artefacts formed the foundation of the project. Reddy knew from the outset that this interplay of old and new would be key to crafting a cohesive, living environment.
The home welcomes visitors with a landscape designed for leisure and reflection—a burrowed outhouse and tiered seating invite moments of alfresco dining, while the grand 10-foot-wide wooden doors beckon them inside where Reddy’s mastery of materials is evident in every corner. The formal living room retains its original grey granite flooring, a nod to the home’s past. Against this canvas, green marble accents and terracotta jali walls bring a contemporary warmth. The colour palette throughout the home also follows this thoughtful contrast. Monochromatic tones serve as a quiet backdrop, allowing the vibrant accents to emerge without overwhelming the senses.
This Jubilee Hills home artfully juxtaposes traditional and contemporary elements and the refurbished furniture paired with contemporary art adds to this. Elements like the bespoke bone inlay cabinet and the marble-topped dining table bring artisanal craftsmanship into a modern context. Vintage chandeliers in the dining space and contemporary Mid-Century Modern chairs highlight the blend of eras. In the informal living area, reconditioned brass tables, wooden benches, and holographic coffee tables strike a delicate balance while the open pantry features a rose quartz workbench and brass-strip chimney that elegantly contrast with green cabinetry. Vintage furniture, combined with semi-precious stones in the bar, adds layers of continuity and character. The basement features grand arches that offer fragmented views of a gleaming pool, perfectly complementing the coffered ceilings.
Art takes on a central role in the home, acting as both anchor and accent. Carefully curated pieces adorn the walls, from Channapatna avian figurines that honour traditional Indian craft to bold, modern artworks that add a burst of colour and movement. The home is not a gallery, but a living canvas where art and architecture engage in constant conversation. The sculptural staircases serve as architectural centrepieces. The main staircase, with its solid wood balustrade and brass handrail, transcends mere functionality, becoming a piece of art in itself, a symbol of the home’s timeless luxury.
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