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Nirupamam

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Located in a site away from the commotions of the big city , this residence of 3100 sq ft area , sits at a land parcel of 6 cents within a quiet residential area . Accommodating the client’s brief for this residential project within the site area constraints was a challenge in itself . The site is located at nettayam , which lies at the urban-rural transition zone of Trivandrum. The east facing site had a downward slope and breathtaking views towards the west end of the plot .

Located in a site away from the commotions of the big city , this residence of 3100 sq ft area , sits at a land parcel of 6 cents within a quiet residential area . Accommodating the client’s brief for this residential project within the site area constraints was a challenge in itself . The site is located at nettayam , which lies at the urban-rural transition zone of Trivandrum. The east facing site had a downward slope and breathtaking views towards the west end of the plot .

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Area | 3100sq.ft

Location | Nettayam, Trivandrum 

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A minimalistic design approach was adopted for this residence with the main concept of creating a quiet ,cozy abode , reducing the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning . The shorter side of the site lying along the east west axis , and the downward sloping terrain was an added advantage in controlling the internal thermal conditions. Perforated terracotta screens of Jallies were carefully placed on this axis to maximise the flow of wind .

A long wind tunnel was introduced towards the west face of the residence which acts as the source for windflow through the principle of venturi effect .The perforated screen controls the intensity of the strong winds and ensures cool breeze throughout . A stack effect core was also created with the introduction of an internal green courtyard,  which resulted in the interiors always remaining cool. The heart of the residence being the double height dining Area , was placed at a lower level and was flanked on one side by the internal sky lit courtyard. The steps leading to the dining area also acts  as an informal seating area which extends onto an inbuilt seating adjacent to the courtyard space . The bridge on the upper floor , overlooking the double height areas, is well lit throughout the day. A subtle palette of materials and colours was followed throughout in this residence with a tinge of yellow and green. Custom green doors were designed further to bring in the liveliness of the colour . 

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