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THE LIGHTNESS OF BEING
June 2025
|Architecture + Design
Designed by LIJO.RENY.architects, this home transforms a tight, irregular plot into a vibrant, open, and experiential living environment
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Can the spirit of a home shift with the rhythm of nature? Can it orchestrate a luminous dialogue, where shadows and light converse in harmony? The Tight Fold House, masterfully crafted by LIJO.RENY.architects, exemplifies the dynamic interplay between architecture and its context.
By embracing the unique constraints of its site, this residence demonstrates a profound responsiveness to its surroundings. The design's folded forms and spatial articulations not only negotiate the irregular plot but also engage in a nuanced dialogue with the natural environment. "Normally, the unravelling of a new home lasts for a few days, or maybe a few months, but here, as the architecture responds to every subtle shift, everyday becomes a new experience." says architect Lijo Jos.
THE PERSONALITY OF THE SITETrue to its moniker, The Tight Fold House arose from a constricted, irregular site on a dead-end of a street. But in a masterful display of spatial ingenuity, the architects turned these constraints into catalysts, yielding a residence that is at once vibrant, open, and experiential.
Before delving into the intricacies of its spatial design, let’s pause at the threshold and capture the home's initial impact — the first impression that sets the tone for what's to come. The show-stopping pastel green metallic façade is an instant attention-grabber, its bold hue and sleek texture crafting an unforgettable first impression.
This story is from the June 2025 edition of Architecture + Design.
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