Osari, the native house design, situated in Amravati, a city with an extreme climate of hot & dry summers to chilling winters, is designed for a family of six comprising three generations. This harmonizes the region’s traditional architectural principles with contemporary sensibilities, creating a holiday home that aims to foster togetherness and cultural celebration.
Editor’s Note: Osari is a home that breathes warmth and togetherness. Sunlit courtyards hum with conversations, verandahs offer quiet moments, and every space feels like a gentle embrace of the past and present. It is a place where traditions live on, memories take root, and family finds joy in simply being together. ~Isha Bora
Osari, The Native House Design, Fosters Togetherness & Cultural Celebration| Mind Manifestation Design
Rooted in the local context, the design draws inspiration from the traditional Wada architecture, skillfully integrating its elements such as the verandah or porch abutting an indoor space (Osari), the central courtyard (Chowk), guard/store room (Devadi), living spaces (Dalan/Baithak), worship area (Devghar), and the kitchen (Swayampak Ghar).
Anchored by the Tulsi Vrundavan, the courtyard acts as the heart of the home. Additionally, it encourages family interaction and serving as a vibrant space for festivals and gatherings.
The layout prioritizes communal spaces on the ground floor. Thus, offering a variety of seating arrangements and playful architectural elements like bridges, bay windows (Jharokha), and balconies. However, this promotes connection within and beyond, across different levels.
There are three bedrooms, including a ground-floor suite designed for senior citizens, ensuring accessibility and comfort. Considering the sun path, the designers positioned the upper-level bedrooms to shade the central courtyard during the afternoon and evening. Thus, aligning with the region’s arid climate.
The climate and the nature of the project allowed for experimentation. As a result, semi-circular vaulted roofs, crafted with 3-inch thick Ferro-Concrete, are introduced.
However, these vaults create a distinctive yet contextually harmonious identity and add to the magnificence of the architecture, resembling a traditional wada. Additionally, the use of metal as a structural element for balconies and bridges, adds a touch of rusticity.
A balanced material palette combines exposed brickwork with muted plastered surfaces, maintaining textural contrast and visual warmth. Internal walls finished with lime putty not only contribute to the aesthetic but also provide natural thermal comfort, ensuring the house remains cool during warmer months.
This house is a tapestry of spaces designed to encourage familial bonds and cultural traditions. The thoughtful interplay of rustic elements and modern functionality makes it a timeless abode for family gatherings and celebrations.
Fact File
Designed by: Mind Manifestation Design
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Osari Residence
Location: Amravati, Maharashtra
Year Built: 2024
Built Up Area: 2594 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Anand Deshmukh & Chetan Lahoti
Photograph Courtesy: Hemant Patil
Project Architect: Rushikesh Dhotre
Design Development: Anand Deshmukh, Chetan Lahoti
Site Execution And Coordination: Rushikesh Dhotre
Manufacturers: Hettich, Kerovit, Lafit lights, The Brick Store
Source: Archdaily
Firm’s Instagram Link: Mind Manifestation Design
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