A Tribute to Stepwells | 150 Steps Up to the Sea house

The 150 Steps Up to the Sea house, designed by Matharoo Associates in Dumas, Surat, blends traditional Indian architecture with contemporary design. Inspired by ancient stepwells and the colonial-style haveli once on the site, the residence features a striking central staircase with 150 steps, connecting all spaces while offering views of the Arabian Sea. The design incorporates vaastu principles, a stone masonry base, stacked concrete tubes, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. The multi-generational home emphasizes natural light, cross ventilation, and a harmonious connection to the coastal landscape. Credits: Design Firm: Matharoo Associates Design Team: Gurjit Singh Matharoo, Krishna Mistry (Project Architect), Daksh Sharma (trainee), Vinita Mhatre (trainee) Structural engineer(s): Rushabh Consultants, Ahmedabad Mechanical engineer(s): HVAC-Pankaj Dharkar Associates, Ahmedabad Electrical: JIT Engineering Services Consultant, Ahmedabad Plumbing: Bharat Chauhan Plumbing Consultants, Ahmedabad Interior designer(s): Matharoo Associates Landscape architect(s): VagishNaganur, Bangalore Lead Architects: Gurjit Singh Matharoo Photographs: Dinesh Mehta, Edmund Sumner Location: Surat, Gujarat, India Site Area: 5780 sq. m Built Up Area: 380 sq. m. Year of completion:2021