Designed by Ar. Vinay Patil and integration by Yoga Automation Pvt. Ltd, this boutique residential building project seamlessly blends modern architecture with intelligent automation, offering residents a refined balance of luxury, comfort and technology.
Located in the upscale neighbourhood of Santacruz West, in Mumbai, this boutique residential building by Ar. Vinay Patil, Founder, Vinay Patil Architects, stands as a benchmark for refined smart living. Spread across an impressive 65,000 sq. ft. of built-up area, the project integrates architectural grace, spatial intelligence, and modern smart-home technology to create homes that redefine luxury in both design and experience.
Designed as a limited-edition residential experience, the building comprises six single-floor apartments and three duplex units that cater to families seeking both privacy and connectivity. Each single-floor apartment spans 2,400 sq. ft of carpet area and is designed as a 100% Vaastu-compliant home that balances functionality, energy flow, and timeless spatial planning. These residences include four bathrooms and a powder room, ensuring comfort and convenience for every member of the household.
The upper three floors are dedicated to six-bedroom duplex apartments, each one carefully designed to bring in natural light and ventilation while maintaining a strong connection between private and social zones. Every detail — from the volume and proportion of spaces to the material palette — has been thoughtfully curated to evoke a sense of calm sophistication.
A defining architectural feature is the private lift with biometric access that opens directly into each apartment, ensuring exclusivity and security for residents. Homeowners have their own dedicated lift access through biometric and access card systems, while guests and service staff use a separate elevator, maintaining privacy and control over movement within the building.
Seamless Integration of Smart Technology
The project sets a new benchmark in home automation, executed in collaboration with Yoga Automation Pvt. Ltd using a Digital Analogue automation system. Each home operates on an advanced KNS interface, allowing residents to control lighting, temperature, and security with ease. The automation framework is designed for reliability and redundancy — equipped with battery backup and a manual mode override to ensure uninterrupted operation even in the event of power failures.
The entire floor’s lighting and air-conditioning systems are managed through the smart home interface, with cameras integrated in key zones such as common areas, living rooms, and kitchens. For entertainment, the system supports AV integration and includes a centralised speaker network for multi-room audio, delivering both comfort and an elevated lifestyle experience.
Personalisation and User-Centric Design
Every home in this building has been designed with flexibility in mind. Each room offers six programmable lighting scenes, allowing residents to set the perfect ambience for reading, relaxation, or entertaining. Both sheer and blackout curtains are motorised and synchronised with the automation system, offering convenience and privacy at the touch of a button.
Temperature control is managed via the integrated interface, and the system allows residents to add or modify “scenes” through a dedicated app installed on the iPad provided in each home. The platform is completely expandable, ensuring it evolves with the homeowners’ changing needs over time.
In addition, the inclusion of a centralised music system ensures a cohesive experience across all living spaces, blending luxury with lifestyle in a way that feels effortless and natural.
Comprehensive Security Infrastructure
Security has been given paramount importance in this project. The system employs Hikvision surveillance cameras at every floor lobby and critical common area. Each residence features a video door phone system, automation-controlled digital locks, and a biometric access system integrated into the main controller.
For added peace of mind, a panic alarm has been installed in the master bedroom to alert security in case of emergencies, and motion detectors safeguard the balcony and outdoor zones. These intelligent layers of protection ensure that residents experience a sense of absolute security without compromising the visual aesthetics of their home.
Entertainment and Networking Systems
Technology in this project goes beyond comfort and security — it extends into entertainment. The living room has been configured for a 7.1 home theatre setup, while all bedrooms are 5.1 channel ready, with concealed wiring and structural provisions for a future upgrade.
“High-end Bose speakers, amplifiers, and sound systems have been incorporated to deliver exceptional audio performance, complemented by DIGI Control networking devices that ensure smooth, lag-free connectivity across all systems. This forward-thinking design allows for effortless integration of additional smart devices as technology evolves,” explains Ar. Vinay Patil.
Lighting and Hardware
Lighting across the residences has been supplied by Spectrum Lights, Bandra, chosen for their quality and versatility in complementing modern interiors. The lighting scheme enhances both mood and function, seamlessly syncing with automation settings.
The hardware and control systems have been customised specifically for this project, ensuring a harmonious relationship between aesthetics, performance, and reliability. The result is a responsive environment that adjusts intuitively to the lifestyle of its occupants.
An Intelligent Living Experience
This residence encapsulates the essence of modern luxury — an environment that is both intelligent and inviting. Through careful planning and collaboration between architecture and automation, Ar. Vinay Patil has created a living experience that transcends traditional design boundaries.
From biometric access and security integration to smart lighting, climate control, and entertainment systems, every aspect of these homes reflects a future-ready mindset. The focus is not merely on convenience, but on enhancing the quality of life — where technology and design come together to create homes that think, respond, and evolve.
Tech Specifications:
- Architect / Interior Designer: Ar. Vinay Patil
- Systems Integrator: Yoga Automation Pvt. Ltd
- Automation System Used: KNX Range
- Lighting: Spectrum Lights, Bandra
- Security Cameras: Hikvision
- Home Theatre: Bose
- Amplifiers & Speakers: Bose
Networking Devices: DIGI Control
