12 homes in India with the coolest window treatments

This article explores the transformative power of window treatments in Indian homes, highlighting 12 distinct examples that showcase diverse approaches to window design. Window treatments are presented as essential architectural elements that shape ambience, frame views, and define the interior rhythm, contributing to a home's narrative. The selections from the AD archives demonstrate how scale, shape, material, and the interplay of light and shadow can elevate a home's aesthetic and functionality. One example is a residence in Satara, Maharashtra, designed by Studio Nirbaadh, which features a contemporary aesthetic despite its traditional surroundings. This 2,850-square-foot home incorporates large dead walls and rectangular jalis (perforated screens) made of brick or metal to manage privacy while creating a serene atmosphere through the interplay of light and shadow within an open courtyard. The jalis provide an artistic and functional solution, replacing traditional metal grills. In Bengaluru, FADD Studio designed Harshil and Rishika Mathur's home with an emphasis on quiet luxury and natural light. The home features oversized and rounded windows, notably a grand arched window in the living room and a striking circular window in the stairwell. These circular openings are central to the design, casting playful shadows and infusing spaces with gleam, making light an integral part of the home's poetry. Another example is a Kollam home by i2a Architects Studio, which integrates with Kerala's traditions and natural environment. Teakwood arched windows in this residence serve both functional and sculptural purposes, beautifying the facade and contributing to a sustainable, low-maintenance material palette. The light filtering through these arches creates a dynamic interior with dancing shadows, connecting the home to its cultural roots. Bodhi Design Studio's 17,500-square-foot Bengaluru residence is organized around lush tropical courtyards. A ribbon kitchen window frames one of these courtyards, allowing natural light to animate the minimalist kitchen. This linear window is more than a functional feature; it guides perspectives, connects the interior to nature, and reinforces the home's ethos of openness and harmony. Karan Darda Architects reimagined a 20-year-old bungalow in Akluj, incorporating Venetian blinds as a focal point. These blinds use horizontal slats to control views, privacy, and light, casting dynamic shadows that enliven the interior. Beyond their practical utility, they add texture and structure, complementing the home's playful architectural language and transforming the room's mood. Uvais Subu's Kerala home blends tropical modernism with contemporary details, featuring gable windows that define the sloping rooflines. These triangular windows frame views of surrounding greenery, anchor interiors, and add articulation to the facades, reinforcing the balance between architectural form and the landscape. A Madurai home designed by Sumanth Ram Sriram features swivel windows in the living area, inspired by Geoffrey Bawa and Anjalendran. These windows, with their horizontal pivot mechanism, provide optimal ventilation and act as crafted elements that enhance the home's facade and connection to nature. Lijo.Reny.architects designed a 6,000-square-foot biophilic home in Kerala with stoic exposed concrete walls complemented by elevated clerestory windows. These high-placed windows encourage cross-ventilation, offer glimpses of treetops, and transform into sculptural components, creating a dialogue of solidity and airiness. In Ahmedabad, Architects at Work's 14,120-square-foot weekend retreat features bay windows that punctuate the facade. These outward-extending forms act as sculptural elements, framing views of greenery and contributing to the home's elegance and connection to nature. Srimoyi Bhattacharya's Aldona villa in Goa showcases a Goan window with delicate mother-of-pearl inlay. This window highlights the wall and offers framed glimpses of the landscape, acting as an expressive installation that reflects the region's artisanal heritage. A Surat penthouse by H+A Studio utilizes louvred windows with adjustable slats to modulate air and views. These patterned louvres act as decorative installations, blending utility with visual intrigue and reinforcing the seamless dialogue between interior and exterior spaces. Finally, Divya Thakur's century-old apartment in Colaba, Mumbai, features skylights that draw diffuse illumination into the interiors, highlighting bespoke furniture and architectural detailing. These skylights articulate rhythm, punctuate spaces, and connect the old and new, creating an airy and contemplative retreat. Across all these homes, window treatments are presented as a powerful medium for design, balance, and material craft. #IndianHomes #WindowTreatments #HomeDesign #ArchitecturalDesign #NaturalLight #InteriorDesign #TraditionalArchitecture #ContemporaryHomes #SustainableLiving #IndianHomes #WindowTreatments #HomeDesign #ArchitecturalDesign #NaturalLight #InteriorDesign #TraditionalArchitecture #ContemporaryHomes #SustainableLiving