SELVAKUMAR RESIDENCE AT NAMAKKAL
The design of the residence was in response to the climatic conditions and depicts an atmosphere
that’s serene and warm. The site is preceded by road on one side. The primary idea was to create
thermal comfort inside the house and to build a low cost house. We had to come up with a
sustainable solution which could also enhance the spatial quality of the space. The house comprises
of formal living, foyer, kitchen, dining and a court with puja. The mezzanine floor consists of the
children study area, family living and the first floor with the hometheatre, master bedroom and an
extra bedroom.
Light is given special consideration. This open courtyard in-house, which viewed from every
corner of the house provides ample of natural light allows cross ventilation.
The open to sky courtyard creates an efficient airflow providing a comfortable microclimate
that influences all the spaces of the house. The courtyards are covered with pergolas of
interesting patterns. Considering the size of the plot, the planning was introverted, with
alternating cut outs creating interesting light and shadow play inside the house while keeping
the house minimal on the exterior.
The green spaces inside the house breathe life into the house and implements the concept
of inside-out. The materials used were picked from a palette of glass blocks, exposed
brickwork and concrete. The cost of the house was to be kept minimal hence exposed
brickwork was opted, as well as adds up to being a sustainable design.
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