Tucked away in the evolving neighborhood of Besa, Nagpur, Solace Abode is a home designed to embrace calm, light, and connection. Built on a 1450 sq ft plot, this residence redefines compact living by seamlessly blending thoughtful design with emotional comfort. Created for a modern family of four, the house unfolds around a central courtyard that forms both a physical and spiritual anchor for the space.
Compact Living Blends With Thoughtful Design In This Nagpur Residence | Studio Habitect
From the very first glance, Solace Abode makes a quiet yet confident statement within compact living. Its façade, characterized by geometric perforated screens inspired by traditional jaali patterns, brings both visual charm and environmental sensitivity. These circular forms filter sunlight, allow for cross-ventilation, and cast intricate shadows that animate the interiors throughout the day. The interplay of clean white walls, crisp lines, and carefully carved voids establishes a sense of modern minimalism—balanced by a deep warmth and openness.
Step inside, and the narrative continues through a series of spaces that celebrate light, air, and intimacy. The double-height living area brings in a sense of vertical openness while maintaining a homely scale.
Perforated elements from the façade create dynamic patterns indoors, transforming sunlight into an ever-changing artwork. A planted courtyard breathes life into the center of the home, blurring boundaries between indoors and outdoors, and fostering a sense of calm.
At the very core lies the temple and meditative space—a sanctuary within the sanctuary. Above it, a circular skylight shaped like a blooming lotus invites natural light to spill into the space throughout the day. As the sun moves, shadows shift like petals in motion, evoking a feeling of being in nature. This spiritual heart of the home is further grounded by an earthen double-height feature wall, adorned with handmade mud plates—a subtle homage to Indian tradition and craftsmanship.
Wooden textures and minimalist interiors complete the picture, offering a canvas of quiet elegance. Here, every element—light, material, space, and silence—works in harmony to nurture a lifestyle that is both rooted and contemporary.
Solace Abode is more than just a dwelling; it is a conscious expression of how modern architecture can be emotionally resonant and culturally grounded. Through its use of natural elements, spiritual symbolism, and restrained design, the home becomes a place of daily retreat—serene, grounded, and deeply connected to both nature and self.
Fact File
Designed by: Studio Habitect
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Solace Abode
Location: Nagpur, India
Year Built: 2024
Plot Area 1500 Sq.ft
Project Size: 2200 Sq.ft
Principal Architects: Ar. Aman Chand & Ar. Akshay Bhandarkar
Photograph Courtesy: Ashish Bhonde
Client: Mr. Ankit Ukey
Contractor: Castle Brick Construction
Carpenter: Hari Om Sharma
Structural Consultant: StructDesign Consultants
Firm’s Website Link: Studio Habitect
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