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This Geometric House Tells An Experiential Story, Breaking Away From Traditional Forms | Is Design Spot


Located in the heart of Northern Kerala, the Crest residence tells an experiential story, breaking away from traditional rectangular forms with a sculptural design that captivates at first sight. Aligning with the client’s vision for a well-lit geometric house that exudes serenity and intimacy, the entrance is framed by a series of illuminated, repetitive pentagonal shapes that draw attention from a distance and mask the unconventional plan that lies within.

Editor’s Note: Deconstructing the traditional architectural elements, Crest residence demonstrates the perfect amalgamation of modernity with conventional virtues. With the seamless transition of mass and void, the architect creates a spatial experience for its dwellers. From complex geometric forms to elements like brick jali walls, Crest residence fosters magnificence in each space. ~Rajvi Dedakiya

This Geometric House Tells An Experiential Story, Breaking Away From Traditional Forms | Is Design Spot

Concept

The architectural concept ingeniously connects two distinct building volumes through a central connector. Thus, creating a nuanced spatial experience.

This connector becomes the project’s most compelling element, facilitating a sophisticated segregation between public and private zones. Flanked by courtyards and a pool area on either side, it creates a dynamic transition between the spaces.

The entrance introduces a carefully curated material palette- cement-finished frames juxtaposed with a distinctive brick pattern that directs focus towards a wooden door adorned with delicate antique detailing.

A patterned brick wall subtly shields the private courtyard, creating an element of architectural intrigue. The sit-out area further amplifies this narrative, featuring sleek furniture that plays with geometric contrasts and vibrant colour accents.

Interior Spaces

Inside, the formal spaces unfold dramatically with a rounded wooden louvre partition that immediately captures attention.

The slanted corridor is celebrated with a herringbone floor pattern that is mirrored in the ceiling design to highlight the transition.

This dynamic space leads to the open kitchen, family living and dining areas, and two bedrooms, while a staircase provides a refined ascent to the more private upper level quarters.

Curvilinear elements emerge as the design’s poetic devices-from the glass-enclosed prayer room overlooking a private courtyard to the pool that connects separate architectural zones.

These curved interventions introduce moments of architectural surprise, challenging the otherwise strict geometric language of the residence introduced by elements such as lighting, varied flooring materials, and vertical wooden details.

Each bedroom incorporates distinct colours within the cement and brick base palette, crafting unique moods and enhancing the element of surprise in the overall design.

Material Selection

Material selection becomes a narrative tool, with distinct palettes defining different spatial experiences. The private zone embraces white paint finishes, while public areas explore cement textures and occasional wooden elements.

The upper connecting reflects serene and open concept of the core design.

Glass serves as a strategic medium, opening interior spaces to external views and microclimate-generating courtyards that reveal themselves as unexpected architectural moments. Each bedroom incorporates distinct colours within the cement and brick base palette, crafting unique moods and enhancing the element of surprise in the overall design.

The main form, featuring a double-height ridge spanning 14 meters and supported by slanted columns, posed a significant challenge initially. Originally planned as a posttensioned structure.

Fact File

Designed by: Is Design Spot

Project Type: Residential Architecture Design

Project Name: Crest -Noushad Residence

Location : Vailathur, Tirur, Malappuram, Kerala

Year Built: 2024

Duration of project: 4 Years

Project Size: sq feet: 4450 Sq.ft

Project Cost: 2 Crore

Principal Architect: Ar. Selva Sidiq. N

Design Credits: Ramshi

Photograph Courtesy: Running Studios

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