Gunina is a peaceful 3 bedroom abode, situated in the vicinity of a forest at Adar Estate Coonoor. The property is a linear strip facing the majestic eucalyptus forest. The outhouses and den are additional spaces that an owner can capitalize upon. Outdoors, the sprawling gardens are on a single level, with upmost beauty of the grove and the house itself.
Architecturally, the house has been designed to capture the most of the forest that lies ahead. Interior elements of rustic styles and tradition adorn Gunina, both in the living as well as private spaces.
The gardens are lush green throughout the year. Nature feeds the lawn without the owners intervention into watering the gardens. The moisture from the eucalyptus forest keeps the plants and grass greener than any other home in the locality.
Tall ceilings in most rooms bring in ample light and air, while the madras terrace dining adds a flair of the old. High quality inputs of tiles, carpentry, glasswork, sanitary, paint textures and lighting require low maintenance and extend longevity of the house.
REPURPOSED WOOD
Karaikudi wood has been repurposed to build the doors, windows, louvres, flooring, kitchen and various artefacts within the house.
OUTHOUSE
The outhouse at Gunina is the ideal work from home office space. The stone walls, red floor and the tall glass towards the forest are a treat to the eyes.
THE DEN
The den, as the owners call it, also doubles up for being a guest room or a lounge with an attached bath. All doors are retractable, making this an indoor/outdoor space like none other. The earthened touch is homogenous to the surroundings.
HELPERS QUARTERS
A helper quarters is aptly placed with a provision for independent entry. It is spacious and convenient for a family to live in.
HOME FOR OUR PETS
The kennel for pets protects the animals from any wilderbeasts in the region. A large lawn just outside the kennel and den, make it the perfect hangout space for all.
EVERGREEN GARDENS
A cypress hedge skirts the property to add privacy, while seasonal flowering and tea intermingle and create the beauty of the gardens. Wooden logs as steps lead you the main lawn. In the butterfly season, a good variety of moths and butterflies flock to the gardens of Gunina for nectar.
GARAGE
An independent structure for the car garage makes it all the more convenient for long stopovers.