Simple yet bold are not just adjectives that can be used to describe this home in Raipur. The Lalli residence also carry over the virtues from its client. The plot upon which the residence was built is part of a larger ancestral property that was to be divided amongst three sisters, leaving the client with a very small rectangular parcel of land.
Editor’s Note: “With a simple and bold facade, this abode on the streets of Raipur embraces a unique sense of living. The striking red and clean lines create a captivating aesthetic. Reflecting the true essence of the client’s virtues, the design stands as a testament to the soul of good architecture, transcending mere aesthetics and functionality.” ~Simran Khare
Simple yet Bold are not just Adjectives for this Home in Raipur | My MAATI
Though the client’s requirements were straightforward, to begin with—a simple home in Raipur for a mother and her son equipped with basic amenities—the need for large multi-functional spaces added a curveball, which prevented taking on a conventional residential plan.
A painter by profession and connoisseur of the arts, the client wanted open spaces that could not only be used as a studio but also to screen films or host exhibitions.
To accommodate the need for abundant space within the compact footprint, rigid zoning and a fixed floor plan were abandoned in favour of a more flexible open layout.
A garden and courtyard on either side of the house act as buffers for a cuboidal form that covers the entirety of available space, chosen to ensure the most efficient usage of the property.
Placing the bathroom and kitchen along the narrower southern edge not only minimises heat gain but also leaves the majority of the ground floor to be used as a foyer and living area.
Being located within a pre-enclosed property allows for unobstructed large openings on the ground floor. Doing so not only brings in abundant natural light but also drastically opens up the space beyond the confines of its walls.
One such opening is a customised window frame below the staircase. Thus creating a pocket in the seating area that directly peers into the garden outside.
The staircase leading to the upper level is also designed to be as narrow as possible to minimise its footprint. Ticking off all the basic amenities on the ground floor leaves the first floor completely free, solely for the master bedroom.
This was a very intentional decision to provide ample room for a painting studio alongside the bedroom. Opting for a floor mattress that can be moved aside instead of a stationary cot makes the same space versatile. It transforms into a large enough area for the client to host her exhibitions and screenings.
Incorporating in-built storage into the western wall acts as a buffer against the harsh heat from the west. It also leaves the floor free and serves as a display unit during exhibitions.
Moreover, the client’s liking for a neem tree outside the house lends the perfect vista for a cove that protrudes out of the cuboid. Thus featuring seating with a full-length window shaded by the tree. Additionally, windows and glass blocks in the ceiling help brighten the space.
The taxing spatial requirements limit drastic experiments to the interior, so we draw inspiration from the client’s name to paint the exterior a sombre red hue using a red oxide plaster. Varying levels of roughness add further depth by catching the light differently. Moreover, a simple groove between the levels highlights this effect.
The Lalli residence is a reflection of what good architecture usually is—not always an intervention that will suddenly turn the world right side up, but an expression of the residents and their virtues, thoughtfully designed to make their everyday lives a little better.
Fact File
Designed by: My MAATI
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Lalli Residence
Location: Raipur
Year Built: 2024
Duration of the project: 4 Months
Built-up Area: 700 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Ar. Rishabh Jain
Team Design Credits: Pragyan Pandey
Photograph Courtesy: Yash R Jain
Structure Engineers: Bharat Jain
Contractors: Bhavesh Construction
Interior Styling: Aesthetics and beyond
Products / Materials / Vendors: Lighting – Philips / Sanitaryware – Jaquar / Artefacts –Curious hues, Ger
Firm’s Instagram Link: My MAATI
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