#traditionalarchitecture

The house is located in the small village of Spilies, in Kythera and it is a typical sample of the island's rural traditional architecture. It dates back to 1910 and architectural elements such as the stone walls, the thick chimneys and the small openings are evident characteristics of its fortified nature. The complex consists of the main building, which was historically the house of the family and a smaller building that the family used for producing and baking bread. Panagiotis Papanikolaou Panagiotis Papanikolaou Panagiotis Papanikolaou Panagiotis Papanikolaou ​During its long life, the house had suffered from several interventions that had altered its architectural character. Therefore, one of the main goals of the... More

Designed by : Rigour Design Studio Project Type: Architectural Renovation & Residential Interior Project Name: Ramaasheesh Year Built: 2023 Duration of the project: 2021-2023 Plot Area: 26’10” x 37’6” Built-up Area: 3700 sft Principal Architect(s): Ar. Karan Patel, Ar. Priyank Patel, Ar. Nikunj Rathod. Team Design Credits: ID. Dhvani Vankawala, ID. Tosif Passa TDS Photography   Design Philosophy - The design philosophy behind Ramaasheesh revolves around embracing the essence of Indian tradition while seamlessly integrating simplicity and modern minimalism. The house is a thoughtful renovation that respects its ancestral roots, brought to life with natural materials, tactile textures, and soft... More

Designed for a challenging site in Big Sky, the lot is very wooded and rocky and has a lot of variation to the elevations of grade. Different community restrictions, building code regulations and HOA restrictions as well. So figuring out where to situate the house on the lot was the first and foremost challenge.  JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD Knowing that there are valley views behind the house and mountain views in front of the house, our clients wanted to capture those views as they were primary reason they bought the property. We worked from that as a starting point, then from there, figured out how to work with the land. We came up with was a stepped approach to the house, one that responds to the top... More

"Aapnu Ghar," meaning "Our Home" in Gujarati, embodies both deep personal significance and a powerful connection to the cultural heritage of its owners. The homeowners, Mr. Pragnesh Shah and Mrs. Shital Shah, approached Rishva Patel from Formhouse with a vision for their home that was rooted in both reverence for the past and a desire to honour their heritage. Their primary goal was to create a space that would serve as a tribute to their mother’s memory, while also providing a home that reflected their Gujarati Vaishnav cultural roots. Through this design, they envisioned a home that would evoke the warmth and memories of their childhood, yet also offer a deep connection to their culture, which they wished to pass on to their two dau... More

Le Sauna is a serene Japanese-style retreat designed to soothe both mind and body, blending timeless architectural elements with thoughtful craftsmanship. Its dignified earthen walls and the warm elegance of a handcrafted wooden roof create a harmonious connection with nature. Sobokuya Inc. Courtesy of Sobokuya_by Sobokuya Sobokuya Inc. Courtesy of Sobokuya_by Sobokuya Key features of Le Sauna include a beautifully curved entrance and a tokonoma (alcove) that incorporates bamboo latticework into pine posts, preserving their natural bark for added rustic charm. The bathing area features a Kiso cypress bath, renowned for its durability and fragrance, placed by a large window with Kyoto-style sliding screens for privacy. Adjacent to... More

The residence is in Ganemulla, a suburb of Colombo, in a rich neighborhood where there was an existing house from 1960’s which had to be demolished to put up the new residence. The access to the property is through a 10 feet wide private road which is connected to a 30’ Road from Ganemulla.   MAD Factory Studio MAD Factory Studio MAD Factory Studio MAD Factory Studio The shape of the site is a wedge. Along the eastern boundary is the access road and this is double the length of the western boundary which is the rear space to the property. All four sides of the property is surrounded with existing residential premises except for the access Road. Southern property is with fairly a lush vegetation and the... More