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  • Cabin House Design: Where Modern Meets Vernacular | Taliesyn Design & Architecture

    Catapulted from an inclination to retreat from urban realities, This Cabin House design swiftly transforms the pre-pandemic notion of our dwellings. Embracing a quiet reflection of modern lifestyle and vernacular nuances, this cabin house design for the 349 sqm (3800 sqft) plot has been developed from a simple brief of experiencing nature at close quarters. 

    Editor’s Note: “This chic Bangalore residence embodies the poetry of simplicity and function, a harmonious symphony of architecture. The elegant, rectangular form of the cabin is complemented by expansive double-height spaces, enhancing its allure and inviting the sky in. The raw concrete exterior, paired with sunset-inspired interiors, tells a story of minimalistic grace. This design evokes a profound sense of belonging, crafting a warm, cozy haven for those who dwell within its serene embrace.” ~Simran Khare

    Cabin House Design: Where Modern Meets Vernacular | Taliesyn Design & Architecture

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    Serene Weekend Retreat

    Nestled in the lush greenery of South Bangalore, resides the one-bedroom weekend home for a family of three. One is immediately greeted by the large foliage of the jackfruit and mango trees, where the rectangular dwelling sits along the East-West axis.

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    The ground floor punctuates the rigid walls on the longer side to encompass 5m (18ft) pivoted doors on either side to blur the boundaries between the landscape and the residence

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    Native Inspired Architectural Design

    The architecture of the cabin house draws inspiration from simple forms and native bearings. The interior of the rectangular volume is broken effortlessly into a double-height living, dining, and kitchen with a mezzanine floor on one end to accommodate the master bedroom.

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    Sunset-Inspired Interiors

    Earthy tones throughout the dwelling evoke the setting sun, whilst the starkness of the cement and warm tones of the furniture offer the required depth. Below the mezzanine is the washroom that features a cast in-situ island-concrete basin overlooking the landscape and a full-sized walk-in closet. 

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    Vernacular Meets Minimalism

    Influenced by the surrounding old-Bangalore homes, design elements that date back to vernacular homes are fused with the residence’s minimal design language – where spaces became opportunities for conversations.

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    On a similar note, the main staircase of the house leading to the mezzanine serves a dual purpose – facilitates movement and lends opportunities for informal seating nooks like a katte to add elements of playfulness.

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    Seamless Integration: Privacy, Space Dynamics, and Nature

    Guided by a cabin house’s compactness and verdant nature, varied design elements are interwoven with a contemporary approach. An extended section from the main staircase-landing morphs into a built-in seating that wraps around the entire length of the dining space.

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    The hierarchy of spaces sensitively addresses privacy through variations in levels and soft barriers of the landscape. For instance, a horizontal opening in the washroom allows the user to constantly have nature on the horizon while offering the required privacy through its placement.

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    Liberal volume shifts in the interiors from 5m ceilings in the living and dining, dynamically contrasts the 3m ceiling in the master bedroom with a bay window niche overlooking the foliage of trees. 

    The design team meticulously sculpts the landscape around the dwelling to integrate seamlessly with nature. Additionally, the design team includes a large gazebo to accommodate the client’s desire for hosting small gatherings. The remarkable combination of neutrals breaks even with lustrous terracotta that weaves throughout the entire dwelling.

    The cynosure of the design – highlighted in terracotta red color – is the archway that melds into the main staircase. Furthermore, it extends out to a seater. 

    Lightweight Elegance

    The introduction of wooden louvers and glass panes renders the large concrete roof’s solidness lightweight. Additionally, allowing natural light to filter into the interiors. Drawing from the katte design, the lowered window sill on the exterior invites people to sit by the window. Moreover, it encourages them to relax and enjoy the view.

    Although the exteriors exude boldness in form and function, the design of this cabin house grounds itself in nature. Also with very little distinction between the boundaries of the two. 

    Fact File

    Designed by: Taliesyn Design & Architecture

    Project Type: Residential Architecture Design

    Project Name: Cabin House 

    Location: Bangalore

    Year: 2022

    Principal Architects: Ar. G.S. Mahaboob Basha & Ar. Shalini Chandrashekar

    Photography Credits: Aaron Chapman

    Project Architect: Ar. Kune Yatheesh

    Project Manager: S. Mohammed Asif

    Client: Mr. Aprameya Radhakrisha, Mrs. Parinita

    Intern: Ayesha A.K.

    Structural Consultants: Sigma Consultants

    Landscape Consultants: Taliesyn

    Electrical Contractor: Paramahamsa Electricals

    Landscape Contractor: Venkatesh C.H

    Manufacturers: Lutron, Changi Lighting, Dtale Decor, Kohler, The Curtain Shop, Toto

    Source: Archdaily

    The Firm’s Website Link: Taliesyn Design & Architecture

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