It was an open minded approach that helped the firm to design with the challenge that the site presented. Located in an urban setting amidst surprisingly thick green cover, a tree from neighbouring site had spread to this plot with sturdy branches covering almost half of the site. The clients were determined not to disturb the old tree branches which determined the building form- a simplified and a partial Mobius ,revealed in this interesting building facade which primarily took shape as a conscious effort to conserve the meandering tree branches.
Besides offering spectacular views, this home also packs a big sustainable punch. The visual connection between the outside greens and the indoors were maintained by the glass facade .This is further heightened by an exciting design vocabulary that includes sun kissed double height courtyard garden along with multiple other skylights which also brings in plenty of daylight-one of the cost-effective, easiest and the most beautiful natural elements. The open plan layout with minimum walls, the window openings, their size, position and clearstory ventilation facilitate the stack effect creating a healthy, breathing and a lively comfortable home.
This design exhibits an ability to do more with less by turning constraints into opportunities Seeming to ooze out of the surrounding greens, this cosy home has a number of sustainable features such as passive design, visually appealing sky lit interlocking volumes of spaces, sun kissed internal gardens which ensure ample day light, good ventilation system and efficient water-energy systems that optimises the operating energy.
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