Built into the surrounding landscape, Retreat House by Architecture Brio offers peaceful living that is merged with nature. Located in Alibaug, near Mumbai in India, the house is built with a small stream running through the middle, with the wings of the house stretching out in various directions to make use of the surroundings. The house is made to weave around the landscape making full use of the views within the site and emphasizing particular instances: a beautiful tree or the cascading water of the monsoon rains. A multitude of medicinal and fruit bearing trees provide for an intimate ambiance and comfortable microclimate. Multiple rooms open up to the outdoors fusing internal and external spaces, offering a sense of relaxation at Retreat House. A short walk along the stream before entering the house domain builds up a sense of anticipation.
