Understanding Panache 2 BHK Layouts
Lodha Panache offers 2 BHK configurations ranging from 750–950 sqft super built-up (SBU). Under RERA, the price is quoted per carpet area — which is the actual usable floor space.
Carpet Area vs Super Built-Up: What You’re Actually Getting
| Measurement | Typical Range | What It Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Super built-up area | 875–950 sqft | Carpet + walls + common area share |
| Built-up area | 800–860 sqft | Carpet + walls only |
| Carpet area (RERA) | 650–720 sqft | Actual usable floor space |
Practical implication: When you walk into a Panache 2 BHK, you are moving around 650–720 sqft. The extra 225 sqft in the “875 sqft” advertisement represents walls, passages, and your proportionate share of lobby and stairwell.
This is not misleading — it is the industry norm — but first-time buyers should calibrate expectations to the carpet area number.
Layout Variants
Variant A: Standard 2 BHK (875 sqft SBU, ~660 sqft carpet)
- Master bedroom: ~180 sqft (with en-suite bathroom)
- Second bedroom: ~140 sqft
- Living + dining: ~260 sqft (combined open plan)
- Kitchen: ~70 sqft (parallel layout)
- Toilets: 2
- Balcony: 1 (from living room)
Best for: Couple or couple + 1 child. Standard IT professional household.
Variant B: Corner 2 BHK (950 sqft SBU, ~720 sqft carpet)
- Master bedroom: ~190 sqft
- Second bedroom: ~160 sqft (larger than Variant A)
- Living + dining: ~270 sqft
- Kitchen: ~75 sqft
- 2 balconies (master bedroom + living)
- Two external walls — superior ventilation and light
Best for: Couples who use both bedrooms actively (home office in second bedroom). Higher natural light — reduces electricity for lighting by ~20–30%.
Variant C: Home-Office 2 BHK (some configurations)
Select floors have units where the second bedroom is positioned away from the living room — creating a quieter zone ideal for a permanent home office setup. This layout is in demand for post-2020 IT professionals.
Floor Selection Guide
| Floor Range | Pros | Cons | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | Lower price, easier access | Construction noise proximity, views limited | 0% (or discount) |
| 4–7 | Good price-value | Some dust/noise in early years | 0–1% |
| 8–14 (recommended) | Open views, good ventilation, no premium | None significant | 1–2% |
| 15–20 | Best views, premium specification on some towers | Wind noise, higher premium | 2–4% |
| 20+ (penthouse) | Rooftop access in some towers | Highest premium, heat absorption from roof | 4–6% |
Facing: Which Direction Matters in Hinjewadi
| Facing | Morning Light | Afternoon Heat | Views | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East | Strong morning sun | Minimal afternoon heat | IT park views | ★★★★★ (best) |
| North | Indirect, consistent | Minimal | Garden/pool views | ★★★★☆ |
| West | Afternoon light | Hot 2–6pm | Sunset | ★★★☆☆ |
| South | Good | Moderate | External road | ★★★☆☆ |
East-facing corner units on floors 8–14 are Panache’s most sought-after combination. They command 8–12% over a base south-facing lower-floor unit — but also sell fastest in resale.
Home Office Potential
At 650–720 sqft carpet area, a Panache 2 BHK is workable as a home office setup:
Second bedroom as permanent office (140–160 sqft):
- Fits: full-size desk, ergonomic chair, dual monitors, bookshelf, small sofa
- Door provides acoustic separation from living area
- Ethernet port (if provided) or powerline adapter for stable internet
- Corner unit: window provides natural light for daylight work sessions
This is the primary reason 3 BHK demand at Panache is high — but a well-set-up 2 BHK handles a dedicated home office comfortably.
What to Check at Site Visit
When visiting a Panache sample flat:
- Confirm carpet area — Request RERA document showing exact carpet area for the specific unit type you are considering
- Check window direction — Bring a compass or use phone GPS to confirm facing
- Slab thickness — Ask to see the structural drawings; standard RC frame slab should be 125mm+ for sound insulation
- Balcony width — Should be 5 feet minimum to fit a table and 2 chairs; narrower balconies are unusable for outdoor dining
- Kitchen size — Open the kitchen cabinets; check if a refrigerator and washing machine can be accommodated in the service areas
- Electrical points — Count them; 2 BHK should have 8–10 individual circuit breakers and adequate plug points in each room
FAQs
Q: Is Panache 2 BHK big enough for a family of 3? Yes — couple + 1 child (under 10) is very workable. 660+ sqft carpet is comparable to most 2015-era Pune 2 BHKs at 700–750 sqft. As the child grows and needs a dedicated study area, the second bedroom becomes their room. For extended family visits, it is tight but functional.
Q: Can I see the actual apartment I’m booking at Panache? If you are buying a higher floor in an under-construction tower: no. Lodha shows sample flats which are typically lower-floor finished units. You can verify the actual floor by visiting a completed tower in a different phase.
