Passive cooling design

Located in the harsh, arid landscape of Ahmedabad, The Louvered House by andblack design studio is a programmatic response to the challenges of climate and the increasing isolation of contemporary domestic life. The project reimagines the traditional relationship between the built form and the natural environment, prioritizing a lifestyle that is physically and visually tethered to the outdoors. Ishita Sitwala “The goal was to ensure a seamless interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces, making the house feel like an extension of its natural surroundings,” says Jwalant of how this bungalow in Ahmedabad came to be.  They are outgoing and warm—the kind of people who love to entertain and host—yet they al... More