{"id":1837,"date":"2026-09-01T08:35:14","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T08:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/2026\/09\/01\/akshay-oberoi-karjat-retreat-evolution\/"},"modified":"2026-09-01T08:35:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T08:35:14","slug":"akshay-oberoi-karjat-retreat-evolution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/2026\/09\/01\/akshay-oberoi-karjat-retreat-evolution\/","title":{"rendered":"Akshay Oberoi\u2019s Karjat Retreat Evolves with Nature and Family Memories"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- Quick Adsense WordPress Plugin: http:\/\/quickadsense.com\/ -->\n<div class=\"9fece8afa224fd09e54b043d0febfb58\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- NR ATF -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8898941184964366\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4839033563\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>Actor Akshay Oberoi, known for the recent film <em>Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown\u2011Ups<\/em>, and his wife Jyothi Vynatheya are developing a second residence in Karjat, Maharashtra. The property, set amid abundant greenery, is intended as a low\u2011key sanctuary where the couple can unwind, spend time with their son Aviyaan and accumulate personal memories at a measured pace.<\/p>\n<h2>Design philosophy and the role of architect Nishita Kamdar<\/h2>\n<p>The couple enlisted interior designer and architect Nishita Kamdar to translate their vision into built form. According to Architectural Digest, the design prioritises warmth, comfort and a seamless link with the surrounding landscape rather than a formal holiday\u2011home aesthetic. Central to the plan is an open courtyard that blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing the natural environment to become an extension of the living areas.<\/p>\n<p>Large, tranquil vistas frame the home, offering a stark contrast to the constant energy of Mumbai. The design framework provides a flexible canvas, enabling Oberoi, Vynatheya and their son to add layers of personality over time. The family typically visits the retreat about twice a month, allowing each stay to contribute new elements without the pressure of completing the project in a single phase.<\/p>\n<h2>Personal touches: books, vinyl, puzzles and Lego creations<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond architectural decisions, the interiors are being shaped by the family\u2019s everyday interests. Shelving units are gradually populated with puzzles, books and Akshay Oberoi\u2019s personal vinyl collection. A distinctive feature is a series of Lego sculptures crafted by Oberoi and his son Aviyaan, turning shared playtime into a decorative statement.<\/p>\n<p>The walls are slated to evolve as well. Oberoi\u2019s family intends to adorn them with works by emerging Indian artists, thereby integrating homegrown art into the retreat\u2019s visual narrative. This approach creates an intentionally unfinished ambience, leaving room for future objects, artwork and memories to accumulate organically.<\/p>\n<h2>Sustainable landscaping and future garden plans<\/h2>\n<p>Nature occupies a central role in the couple\u2019s long\u2011term plan. Oberoi, an avid gardener, has outlined ambitions for sustainable land management, including rainwater harvesting and drip\u2011irrigation systems. The property\u2019s terrain will be cultivated with mango and jackfruit trees, adding both fruit and character to the landscape.<\/p>\n<p>A small stream runs through the grounds, and Oberoi has expressed a desire to install a modest bench beside it, noting, \u201cIt would be nice to build a little bench to sit by the stream too.\u201d The envisioned bench would provide a quiet spot for contemplation, reinforcing the slower rhythm the family seeks.<\/p>\n<p>These horticultural initiatives complement the broader vision of a greener, self\u2011sustaining retreat. By integrating water\u2011saving technologies and native fruit trees, the Oberois aim to develop the land responsibly while preserving its natural allure.<\/p>\n<p>While the residence remains a work in progress, each visit adds a new chapter to its story. Books, puzzles, vinyl records, Lego models and future artworks collectively transform the space into a living archive of the family\u2019s experiences.<\/p>\n<h2>Career note: Oberoi\u2019s recent box\u2011office success<\/h2>\n<p>In parallel with the home project, Akshay Oberoi\u2019s professional profile has recently risen. He last appeared in <em>Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown\u2011Ups<\/em>, a film that opened on August 26, 2026, and has amassed a global gross of Rs\u202f285.20\u202fcrore, including a record opening day collection of Rs\u202f101.10\u202fcrore.<\/p>\n<p>The dual focus on a flourishing acting career and a thoughtfully curated personal retreat underscores Oberoi\u2019s commitment to balancing public success with private serenity.<\/p>\n<p>As the Karjat property continues to develop, its evolving architecture, sustainable landscaping and personal memorabilia illustrate a modern approach to second\u2011home living\u2014one that privileges gradual growth, environmental stewardship and the quiet joy of family life.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Actor Akshay Oberoi and wife Jyothi Vynatheya are shaping a serene Karjat residence that blends open\u2011air courtyards, sustainable gardening and personal memorabilia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1838,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[299],"tags":[1808,1812,1811,1809,1810],"class_list":["post-1837","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-akshay-oberoi","tag-family-spaces","tag-interior-architecture","tag-karjat-home","tag-sustainable-design","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1837","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1837"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1837\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1838"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1837"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1837"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1837"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}