The site is located in Pune,India. Heavily contoured on the edge of a lake, with sweeping views of the hill range. The client named this project RIDGES. The architect designed 38 signature villas depending on the view. They are either Villa Sky; Villa Lake or Villa Earth. They follow a simple language of architecture and are either step up or step down villas, each sits within tropical landscape. The masterplan infuses landscape elements with water to develop a delightful living environment for the residents. Open plan living allows for great flexibility.

Aijaz H. Hakim as Principal Architect brings over twenty five years of comprehensive experience. Aijaz returned to India after working with Cabell Childress Architects, Colorado; Johannes Van Tilburg + Partners, Los Angeles & Altoon + Porter Architects, Los Angeles. AHA [aijaz hakim architect] was founded in Pune, India in 1994. It is a proprietary owned multi disciplinary firm that has completed a broad range of projects in architecture, landscape and interior design. Aijaz, brings his vast experience in International and Domestic design, which includes dealing with timely deliverables, and exacting international quality standards in an effective framework along with hands on project experience. Aijaz is responsible to provide leadership on local knowledge and adaptation for architecture, and interior design. Together with his team, he delivers cost effective construction and design solutions. He travels extensively, his interests are diverse and is unapologetic about his love for rock music and his collection of electric guitars.

Aijaz hakim is an Indian born and based, US–trained architect whose background places him in a unique position to approach projects from a twin perspective, his international outlook and cultural influences of Asia , combined with the knowledge and use of advanced technology, modern design methods and latest building materials.