“Even within the smallest green lies all the purity and freshness of Eden.” This idea became the seed for Eden Moss, a home nestled in an ecological environment and imagined as a breath of freshness, evoking the scent of mud after rain, and seamlessly intertwined with nature while still embracing comfort and contextual charm.
Nestled In An Ecological Environment, Eden Moss Tells A Story Of Purity | Urbane ivy
Located in a verdant residential suburb on the outskirts of Thrissur, Kerala, the residence was designed for a young nuclear family with two children. The site lies close to Pullu, the vast wetland beloved by the clients, and the design draws inspiration from this ecological setting.
Elements of traditional Kerala architecture and tropical minimalism merge here, expressed through earthy tones and forms that settle naturally into the landscape.
The 2,900 sq. ft. residence comprises three bedrooms, a living area, dining space, prayer zone, and home theatre. The plan unfolds around a central courtyard that links the dining, prayer, and kitchen spaces, creating an open, flowing layout within an ecological environment.
Green-filled passages enhance the space, while a mezzanine master bedroom overlooks and connects to the home’s life.
The exterior façade became a defining gesture of the design. Two primary elements—a sloping terracotta roof and a metal skin—shape its character, in dialogue with the mango tree standing proud in the front yard.
Natural materials such as stone, brick, and terracotta, paired with muted earthy shades, establish harmony between the built form and its environment.
Sustainability and locality guided the material palette. Both interiors and exteriors rely on resources native to Kerala—materials well suited to the climate and rooted in tradition. The interiors embody tropical minimalism: calm, soothing, and unpretentious.
The clients sought a home that felt simple, prosperous, and closely tied to nature—a place where their children could grow and memories could be woven into everyday life. Eden Moss is a response to that desire: a house where simplicity, freshness, and belonging come together.
Fact File
Designed by: Urbane ivy
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Eden Moss
Location: Thrissur, Kerala
Project Size: 2900 Sq.ft
Principal Architects: Nancy Mary Ann K, Nikhil AS & Vishnu AR
Photograph Courtesy: Raw Production
Clients: Mr. Rich Antony & Mrs. Dinu
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