The Fort House by SPAN Architects embodies the fusion of regionalism with modern sensibilities. Drawing inspiration from the fortified walls of traditional forts, the design asserts a monumental architecture facade that celebrates solidity and materiality. Set within a gated township in Indore, India, the residence stands as a pastiche of traditional fort architecture reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
Editor’s Note: The Fort House by SPAN Architects carries a quiet strength, where tradition and modernity find harmony. Its spaces flow effortlessly, bathed in shifting light, evoking a sense of belonging. Rooted yet timeless, the home feels less like a statement and more like a story, one of warmth, elegance, and enduring grace. ~Isha Bora
The Design Asserts Monumental Architecture Facade Celebrating Solidity & Materiality | SPAN Architects
The architectural massing of the structure utilizes yellow sandstone. Thereby, giving the building a timeless quality while providing a sense of rootedness and ergonomy.
This residence spans over 11,500 sq. ft. on a plot measuring 72′ x 150′. Moreover, it showcases meticulous attention to both programmatic adjacencies and spatial composition.
The building envelope is defined by its North and East orientation. Additionally, it forms a dialogue with its surroundings. Thus, articulating a balance between transparency and opacity through its fenestration.
The carefully curated facade complements the texture paint and marble tile flooring. Moreover, it echoes the genius loci of the region while adopting a sustainable approach to material selection.
Inside, the living, dining, and drawing rooms unfold in a sequence that captures the essence of luxury living. Overall, it serves as the heart of the residence.
However, these iconic spaces, along with the client’s favorite guest bedroom, evoke a sense of grandeur and continuity. Thus, enhanced by customized furniture selections.
Through the interplay of light and shadow, the design not only negotiates privacy and openness but also reinforces the sense of timeless elegance desired by the client.
As a result, it is an out-of-the-box, luxurious dwelling that seamlessly integrates regional architectural motifs with modern living standards.
Fact File
Designed by: SPAN Architects
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Fort House
Location: Indore
Year: 2024
Principal Architects: Ar. Anand Maroo, Ar. Arpit Khandelwal & Ar. Pratik Gupta
Design Team: Ar. Priyanshi Atre
Photograph Courtesy: Umang Shah
Client: Dr. Sunil Rajan
Engineering: Mr. Nilesh Sharma
Source: Archdaily
Firm’s Website Link: SPAN Architects
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