Set in Nhavi Sandas, a unique architectural project aims to blend traditional Wada house forms with modern living standards. The design incorporates a central courtyard and verandah to create a space that enhances light and ventilation while promoting social interaction. By reimagining circulation areas as semi-outdoor spaces, it fosters a connection with nature and improves functionality. The bold, monolithic exterior nods to the village's architectural roots, using raw concrete and brickwork for aesthetic appeal and climate efficiency while also emphasizing privacy through strategic landscaping.
The design integrates a central courtyard and verandah, serving as the heart of the home and enhancing natural light and ventilation across various living spaces.
This project aspires to reconnect with the timeless charm of traditional Wada houses while adapting their forms to meet modern lifestyles and sustainability.
Circulation is reimagined as a semi-outdoor verandah, creating a seamless link between the rooms and nature, optimizing spatial flow for enhanced climate responsiveness.
The monolithic exterior reflects traditional Wada aesthetics, featuring a strong concrete foundation with brickwork above, symbolizing materiality while aiming for efficiency and comfort.
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