A VERNACULAR VOCABULARY

This earthy home in Kerala by Vivek Puthan Purayil and Nishan M of De Earth is crafted with sustainable details, site centric design and local pride

- VARUNI MOHAN

A home designed to evoke a sense of belonging, is often unique and comfortable, with an original aesthetic. One such abode is 'Vibes', home to Sherbeeni and Sameer, in the beautiful town of Thalassery on the Malabar Coast, known for its rich historical heritage and natural beauty. It is here that Kozhikode-based, Vivek Puthan Purayil and Nishan M of De Earth, have crafted a 3800 sq. ft home that reflects the homeowners' cultural Malayali pride, modern sensibilities, and respect for nature. The vegetable garden that was part of the clients' ancestral home, was turned into the site and this return to familial roots is a core theme of its design.