KERALA Home Splendid

Traditional architecture tempered by the learning, experience and evolving demands of time, have much to offer, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality. Tapping into this rich well of incredible beauty and knowledge, these FIVE Kerala Homes by visionary architects respectfully bring together the old and the new, with stylized flair.

Project: Skew House | Firm: Thought Parallels | Images: Prashant Bhat

“Spread over an acre of land is the house which has a modern tropical design amalgamated with traditional architecture. The subtle slope of the traditional styled Mangalore tile roof makes the entrance verandah and inner spaces well proportioned in terms of height. The linearity in the arrangement of spaces brings in natural illumination and ventilation. Wooden, steel, and exposed concrete, open riser staircase leads upwards to the first floor. An element by itself, the staircase has a steel railing with a traditional wood carving pattern cut into it which is a subtle but impactful addition. The use of traditional Mangalore roof tile roof along with an inner lining of plywood helps in insulating the rooms from the harsh summer heat. The material pallet has been kept very minimal with steel, wood and exposed concrete as the primary materials. Few elements such as exposed clay brick walls and natural mosaic marble flooring add value to the quality of spaces.

Project: Chirath Residence | Firm: Wallmakers | Images: Anand Jaju, Jino and Midhu