Villa Da Fiore

We moved away from our signature white exteriors with sage green window panes and embraced a bold, fresh approach, all the while staying true to local architectural motifs. This villa in Goa with a private pool features a dark reddish-pink facade, accented with blue Juliet balcony railings and a Mangalore-tiled roof. Drawing inspiration from Indo-Portuguese homes, the design evokes a sense of warmth and nostalgia.

The design of Villa Da Fiore emphasises an unbroken connection with nature. The balcão at its entrance overlooks the curvy infinity pool and its adjacent gazebo, which provide an outdoor experience both open and sheltered. The central courtyard serves as a focal point, and low boundary walls enhance the feeling that the garden extends right into the surrounding fields. The jacuzzi, tucked away at the back of the house with its own lush view, adds to the perception of a fluid landscape.

Inside, the villa features a striking transition from the deep pink facade to more muted dusty rose tones in the flooring. The living area, framed by large French windows, is bathed in natural light and offers sweeping views of Parra’s rice fields. Arched niches and tapering thresholds evoke the charm of old Goan bungalows, and a finely furnished bar area adds a touch of elegance to the space.

A high-ceilinged lounge leads to the open kitchen and dining room, continuing the theme of organic design with warm Black Basalt stone flooring. The kitchen, with speckled pink and grey granite countertops contrasting with white cabinetry, combines functionality and aesthetic appeal. The ground level also features two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, each with its own unique structure, colour scheme, and lighting. The bathrooms feature the rugged elegance of laterite stone, infusing a raw, earthy texture into the space.

The ascent to the first floor is marked by a circular flower-paned window in the stairwell and a thick parapet wall featuring several central niches, creating a subtle ‘castle’ aesthetic. The first-floor landing features a cosy reading nook tucked into a bay window that overlooks the fields, transforming what could have been a mere passageway into a functional retreat. The three bedrooms here are planned with the same intentionality as the rest of the home, each with its own distinct character and en suite bathroom.

The villa’s design prioritises biophilic architecture, with floor to ceiling windows and open-plan layouts that invite natural light and air into every room. The interiors showcase a variety of materials, including laterite stone in the bathrooms and cane weaving in the furniture, reflecting Goa’s traditional crafts. The colour palette shifts from bold exterior hues to more subdued tones indoors, maintaining a sense of continuity throughout. Neutral shades of pink and green complement the natural elements, and this luxury villa in Goa’s focus on natural ventilation and light fosters a deeper connection to the outside world, enhancing the living experience in every space.