Nestled in the tranquil coastal village of Quilon, ‘Teal’ is a seamless four-bedroom teal color residence that reinterprets the essence of tropical Kerala architecture through a contemporary, minimalist lens. The project is a testament to the power of rooted design principles, blending traditional built forms with modern spatial concepts to create a home deeply attuned to its environment.
This Teal Color Coastal Home Is A Testament Of Traditional Forms And Modern Spaces | Monsoon Projects
The architecture masterfully embraces a coastal style, evident in both its form and its carefully curated teal color palette. The structure features a classic sloped roof and is surrounded by lush garden spaces, seamlessly integrating it with the vibrant tropical landscape. This subtle integration extends inward, with minimalist built spaces punctuated by deliberate live tropical green patches, ensuring the natural world is a continuous presence within the home.
The design prioritizes thermal and living comfort through thoughtful climatic responses. The central courtyard and strategic openings facilitate a natural cross-ventilation pattern, drawing in the cooler coastal air to ensure a perpetually fresh interior. Plantscaping throughout the home not only enhances the aesthetic but actively contributes to air quality and microclimate cooling, while the careful placement of windows and skylights is calibrated to introduce the perfect amount of filtered natural light, avoiding harsh glare and maximizing occupant well-being.
The defining characteristic of the residence is the subtle, wise use of the colour ‘teal’. Rather than overpowering, the designers employed the cool shade with restraint, creating a harmonious and sophisticated ambiance that echoes the nearby Arabian Sea. This thematic consistency culminates in a stunning architectural feature: the upper-level balcony is screened by a dynamic perforated metal panel in a distinct teal hue. This metallic veil acts as a visual anchor, providing privacy, modulating sunlight, and offering a compelling, ever-changing facade.
At the heart of ‘Teal’ lies a central courtyard. The designers re-imagined it as a traditional element re-imagined as the social and emotional nexus of the home. They arranged all key living spaces around this courtyard, fostering an environment specifically designed to nurture family emotions and connections. This strategic layout, coupled with the residence’s commitment to clean lines and natural light, establishes ‘Teal’ as a truly bespoke piece of tropical architecture. It is a cool, serene sanctuary that is simultaneously regional in spirit and modern in execution.
Fact File
Designed by: Monsoon Projects
Project Type: Residential Architecture Design
Project Name: Teal House
Location: Paravur, Kerala
Year Built: 2025
Built-up Area: 2800 sqft
Principal Architects: Adarsh Rajendran & Shabin S Shajahan
Team Design Credits: Adarsh Rajendran, Shabin S Shajahan & Gokul GS
Photograph Courtesy: Studio IKSHA
Manufacturers: Emcer ceramics, Jaquar, sanit gobain
Engineering & Consulting > Structural: Orbis structurals
Landscape Architecture: TARO
Source: Archdaily
Firm’s Website Link: Monsoon Projects
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