House Dyuthi

Project name: Dyuthi
Builtup area:  2165 sqft
Site area:  5.6 cent
Location: Thrissur, Kerala
Typology: Residential

 

House Dyuthi is located in Parakkad suburbs situated a few kilometers from Thrissur city, cultural capital of Kerala. Site has a narrow profile of 32ft X 72ft, is situated in a residential neighborhood. Challenge was to accommodate all requirements of home to the narrow plot. Design Strategy was to have a series of spaces that is connected by a central axis, thus reducing the circulation area and ensuring connectivity. Through programmatic zoning a linear stacked volume was formed. This family home follows a climate sensitive design with sloping roof and shades for windows. Strategically placed sky lights bless the interiors with an interplay of natural lighting through out changing day time. Skylights also help to reduce overall energy consumption during daytime. Built form is inspired from aesthetics of old vernacular structures of the city that are rich in architectural elements like gabled roofs, brick facades and louvered wooden windows. Geometric patterns used in flooring is a nod to the city’s grand palaces.