In fast-evolving urban landscapes like Mumbai or Pune, where space is a mark of luxury, every square foot carries significance and needs to be designed with intention, personality, and purpose.
Today’s discerning homeowners seek more than just a beautiful space—they crave a personal sanctuary that blends comfort, sophistication, and functionality.
At the heart of this vision is Ar. Ekta Ahuja, founder and principal designer at Tejomaya Designs, Pune. In this sprawling penthouse project, she brings her signature style of distinctive, user-centric spaces to life, where glass becomes the medium of magic, masterfully blending utility with elegance.
Copper-Tinted Mirror-Clad Console
Stepping into this Pune penthouse, the lobby sets the tone with a tint of poise and drama. Here, a copper-tinted mirror-clad console is paired with rich veneered surfaces to deliver a bold, welcoming statement. The sculptural console base commands attention while complementing the striking black-and-white patterned flooring.
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Mirrored Panelling With Gold Inlays
Flowing from the lobby is the expansive living room, a space that serves as the heart of the home. The room feels voluminous and immersive—thanks to its open layout, layered lighting, and the interplay of textures. Mirrored panelling with gold inlays is juxtaposed against matte-finish wallpaper to amplify the space and create a contrast that feels glamorous yet grounded.
The use of back-painted or lacquered glass in furniture accents adds bursts of colour and gleam, making every surface come alive with vibrancy. This clever combination of materials maintains a feeling of continuity and openness across the common spaces.
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Double-glazed units (DGUs) with High-performance Glass for Windows
The penthouse boasts double-height living and dining rooms with expansive fenestrations designed to flood the interiors with natural daylight while maintaining indoor temperatures.
Here, double-glazed units (DGUs) with high-performance glass come into play, reducing heat gain and sound transmission.
This is a perfect example of how glass can be both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally responsible, helping maintain occupants’ comfort without compromising on openness or transparency.
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Toughened Glass Partitions for Demarcating the Space.
Each bedroom in this penthouse is designed with a unique theme and personality. One standout is a spacious bedroom cloaked in a palette of dark greys and blacks. To divide this expansive layout without blocking light or connection, clear toughened glass partitions were used between the bedroom and walk-in closet. The glass partition offers spatial definition while maintaining an elegant flow.
Inside the closet, black and brown-tinted mirrors double the perceived space while adding depth, scale, and mystique. These tinted mirror wardrobes are functional and also a statement of luxury.
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Soft, Ambient lighting with LED Mirrors for Bathrooms
LED mirrors have become an essential element, and Tejomaya Designs integrates them seamlessly across all bathrooms. These mirrors don’t just serve a practical purpose—they complement the warm-toned palette of the bathroom, enriching the space with soft, ambient lighting that’s both flattering and energy-efficient.
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Mirror Panels on the Staircase Wall to Illuminate the Lobby Area.
In this penthouse, the staircase is a central sculptural gesture of the interior. The wall behind it doubles as an accent feature, reflecting the same colour palette used in the living room.
To accentuate the design, mirrors are added on the stair wall, enhancing depth and light. The glass railing with gold trims allows for unobstructed views and ties the overall luxe quotient of the home.
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Installing an elevator in a penthouse where there’s no designated space is no small feat. Ekta and her team skillfully carved out a vertical shaft beside the staircase and cloaked the elevator in glass with gold trims to merge into the visual theme, proving once again how glass bridges form and function beautifully.
What was once considered a luxury is now a highly desirable feature in modern homes—the home bar. It’s a social hub, a style statement, and often, a functional extension of the kitchen.
In this penthouse, the bar is a showpiece of craftsmanship and creativity. Designed with rich onyx, accented by tinted and fluted glass, and layered with back-painted mirrors, the bar oozes opulence. Gold trims add a final touch to the space blending with the rest of the home’s luxe aesthetic.
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Glass is more than a visual treat, it’s weather-resistant, dust-proof, durable, and endlessly versatile. Whether used in exteriors or interiors, glass helps create seamless transitions and sophisticated contrasts across materials, textures, and light.
Through this project, Ekta Ahuja of Tejomaya Designs reaffirms the power of thoughtful design and material innovation. With glass as her ally, she transforms a large-scale penthouse into a beautiful balance of space where every element tells a unique story.
If you're looking to reimagine your space or explore modern glass applications in luxury interiors, discover Saint-Gobain’s wide range of innovative glass solutions. Available in various tints, textures, and finishes, these glass accents optimize comfort, enhance aesthetics, and sustainability.
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What are the best glass applications in luxury penthouse interiors?
Glass can be used in numerous applications—available in coloured, opaque, or tinted forms. From fenestrations and partitions to wardrobe designs, furniture accents, and railings, it enhances light flow, creates a sense of openness, and brings a modern edge to luxury penthouses.
Why is double-glazing used in high-end residential projects?
Double-glazed units (DGUs) are preferred in luxury homes for their thermal insulation, soundproofing, and ability to flood interiors with natural light while reducing heat and maintaining energy-efficiency.
What makes LED mirrors a smart choice for luxury bathrooms?
LED mirrors are an excellent choice, offering intelligent features such as functional lighting, touchscreen controls, temperature displays, and warm colour palettes, all of which contribute to an energy-efficient modern bathroom design.
What is the role of back-painted or lacquered glass in furniture design?
Lacquered glass, also known as back-painted glass, offers a vibrant, opaque and glossy finish that adds a sheen and modern touch to interiors. Explore SGG Colormaxx Dura, lacquered glass by Saint-Gobain in a toughened variant that is durable, scratch-resistant, and offers a seamless appeal, making it ideal for custom furniture, consoles, cabinetry, and wall panels.
Jahanavi Arora is an architect by profession and a writer by choice, with over 7 years of experience in architecture and design writing. Read More
