Set in the suburbs of Bangalore, this home is envisioned as a quiet retreat—a place for a family to grow, grounded in nature and light. Moving away from the density of the city, the family sought a lifestyle that resonated with calm and openness.
A generous north-facing courtyard becomes the central ecosystem of the house, pulling in daylight, monsoon breezes, and birdsong. It acts as the social and ecological heart — encouraging daily family interaction while maintaining permeability with the surrounding landscape. The open plan dissolves boundaries between inside and outside, inviting natural light and passive ventilation to become the primary ‘services’ of the home rather than mechanical systems.
This home embodies a quiet narrative of place, light, and human connection. Every gesture—whether spatial, material, or atmospheric—is guided by sensitivity to context and the everyday rhythms of life. It is an architecture that fosters belonging, honors the aspirations of its inhabitants, and remains deeply attuned to its natural surroundings.
Set in the suburbs of Bangalore, this home is envisioned as a quiet retreat—a place for a family to grow, grounded in nature and light. Moving away from the density of the city, the family sought a lifestyle that resonated with calm and openness.
A generous north-facing courtyard becomes the central ecosystem of the house, pulling in daylight, monsoon breezes, and birdsong. It acts as the social and ecological heart — encouraging daily family interaction while maintaining permeability with the surrounding landscape. The open plan dissolves boundaries between inside and outside, inviting natural light and passive ventilation to become the primary ‘services’ of the home rather than mechanical systems.
This home embodies a quiet narrative of place, light, and human connection. Every gesture—whether spatial, material, or atmospheric—is guided by sensitivity to context and the everyday rhythms of life. It is an architecture that fosters belonging, honors the aspirations of its inhabitants, and remains deeply attuned to its natural surroundings.
Every space is tailored: bedrooms reflect the personality and evolving needs of each family member while tying back to the overarching architectural ethos of clarity and connection.
On the first level, a linear passage stretches between the bedrooms, punctuated at the center with a double height space, allows the house to breathe vertically. A bold touch of yellow Jaisalmer stone runs through the corridor like a sunlit thread—adding warmth, rhythm, and continuity.
The front brick wall is a porous threshold, mediating between street and home. Its pattern captures sunlight and casts shifting shadows, while also ventilating the interiors — embodying resilience, delight, and the play of natural forces.