An extended family cluster- Faliyu is a remarkable architectural project that seeks to honor and celebrate the traditional way of living within a traditional housing cluster (faliyu). The design for the extended family comprises six individual units to accommodate six families, featuring a traditional atlas (verandas) and a central open space (chogan).
A Remarkable Architectural Project that Seeks to Honor and Celebrate the Traditional Way of Living | Aangan Architects
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Editor’s note : Named “Faliyu,” this captivating cluster of residences invites you on a nostalgic journey through courtyards, verandas, and communal spaces reminiscent of a bygone era. The seamless fusion of traditional brick exteriors and contemporary interiors creates a harmonious symphony of design, achieved through the skilful integration of exposed materials. Thoughtful landscapes foster connections while exuding an irresistible allure. ~ Venessa Thomas (Co-Editor)
The contiguous verandas with swings and central open space act as seamless extensions of the residents’ outdoor lifestyle. These elements not only allow for a natural transition between the indoors and outdoors but also foster a sense of connection and unity among the inhabitants.
Serving as both practical and aesthetic components, the pergolas provide shade to the extended verandas while visually connecting the separate houses. The cluster consists of two pairs of twin units and two separate units.
Each unit has its own unique identity while also being interconnected with the shared spaces. Shared spaces are designed in a way that each unit gets its own privacy as well they stay connected to these shared spaces around.
The primary intent for the design of the landscape is to create a harmonious blend between the built structures and the surrounding open spaces and to blur the boundaries between the natural and built environment.
Each of the six units has been meticulously planned to face the central garden area, enhancing the sense of community and togetherness. Moreover, the design of the two additional units takes into account the presence of the existing trees on site, especially the Bale tree (Bilipatra), a sacred tree for the clients.
These thoughtful considerations ensure that the architecture seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings. To facilitate interaction and connectivity between residents, extended balconies connect various bungalows.
These transitional spaces serve as shared areas where neighbors can engage in social activities and continue to foster stronger social bonds with the extension of families and the addition of generations. The design allows for volumetric variation and optimizes the available space by accommodating the specific requirements of each unit.
Additionally, the incorporation of a mezzanine room above the parking area introduces an impressive ceiling height of 12′-6″ to the living spaces, enhancing a sense of openness and grandeur.
The strategic use of exposed brick, exposed reinforced concrete (RCC), and grit plaster finishes adds a visual and tactile appeal to the interior spaces. By leaving these materials uncovered, the architecture celebrates its raw beauty and creates a sensory experience for the residents.
Skylights in rooms and utility areas introduce ample natural light, enhancing the overall ambiance and reducing dependence on artificial lighting.
Chitrakut stands as a testament to the successful integration of traditional and contemporary design elements by paying attention to the heritage and lifestyle of the residents, while incorporating modern comforts and aesthetics, the project redefines family living on an ancestral piece of land and provides a state-of-the-art housing cluster the ‘faliyu’ to retain and continue the joint family social values with the accommodating individual’s growing needs. It provides a place to call home and fosters a sense of belonging, community, and pride in Indian traditions.
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Designed by: Aangan Architects
Project Type:Â Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: CHITRAKUT Residences
Location: Surat
Year Built: 2022
Project Size: 15607 Sq.ft
Principal Architects: Vishal Shah & Vishal Desai
Project Architect: Khyati Dani
Landscape Design: Niti Shah
Photograph Courtesy: Pratikruti09
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