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Swapna Residence
Swapna Residence
Ahmedabad, India
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Swapna Residence
Ahmedabad, India
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Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2025
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
This east-facing bungalow, situated on a prominent main road in Himatnagar, shares two boundaries with neighboring properties. Designed for a joint family of nine, the home was planned with deep sensitivity to personal preferences, functional needs, and environmental responsiveness. Every decision—from room orientation to facade detailing—was guided by a desire to harmonize tradition with contemporary living.
Climatic Planning & Spatial Orientation
We were highly attentive to sun path, wind flow, and site context while planning the layout. The primary living spaces—Drawing Room, Living Room, Dining Area, and all major Bedrooms—face east and north, optimizing soft morning light and daylighting throughout the day. Smaller strategically placed openings throughout the home encourage cross ventilation, helping maintain thermal comfort and freshness indoors.
The Entry Porch, placed on the east, becomes a source of positive energy. Above it, balconies allow connected bedrooms to receive early sunlight. These bedrooms, however, overlook the main road on the south, which presented acoustic and thermal challenges.
To counteract this, we introduced cavity walls on the south facade, and placed toilets and dressing rooms in the southwest corners, acting as insulating zones between harsh exteriors and peaceful interiors. This not only reduces heat gain and noise but also adds a layer of privacy.
Conversely, the north-facing areas enjoy openness and beautiful garden views, allowing larger fenestrations. Residents have personally expressed how light, air, and landscape together enhance everyday living.
Elevated Living with Functionality
The entire bungalow is positioned on a raised plinth, which allowed us to create parking space beneath and a basement that doesn’t need extensive excavation—an efficient and sustainable planning move. The Entry Porch is designed with a generous height to give a grand approach to the main otta, marked by elegant steps.
Interior Design with Individual Identity
Each bedroom in the house is designed with a unique concept, aligned to the personality of the person using it:
· The youngest member’s room reflects a contemporary and playful approach, featuring a bold PU-finished patterned wall that creates a dynamic backdrop for a raised platform bed. A glass-partitioned unit hides the TV to maintain clean lines, and a custom curved metal and panel shelf unit completes the look with flair.
· The elder sibling’s room has a softer, artistic tone, realized through warm yellows and deep browns, complemented by a hanging corner light and expressive artwork. The atmosphere here is cozy, personal, and tranquil.
· The Master Bedroom exudes grandeur. The backdrop wall is clad in Italian-patterned stone, anchoring a majestic headboard that also functions as hidden storage. Attached is a dressing and toilet, concealed with traditional paneling. An MDF Jali with mirror inlay adds ornamental elegance, drawing inspiration from Indian heritage. The use of sea-green tones adds freshness and serenity to the room.
Dhrupad Shukla
Sacred Design: The Puja Room
The Puja space is treated as the crown jewel of the home. All surfaces are clad in marble pattis and timber battens in an up-down arrangement. The lotus motif inlay at the floor pays homage to divinity, and the wooden Jali door with brass bells brings a temple-like aura to this sacred corner.
Shared Living: Drawing, Dining, Living
The Drawing, Living, and Dining Rooms are all connected through a sculptural staircase—crafted from wood and metal with a unique central spine. Slim and striking, this staircase becomes a functional art piece-
· The Drawing Room features a curved ceiling, a bold rust-colored sofa, and a spiritual Krishna painting—giving the space warmth and identity.
· The Dining Area, set in a double-height volume, is accentuated with a chandelier and overhead bridge, establishing it as the heart of the home.
· The Living Room uses veneered paneling, glass walls, and wooden shelf inserts, bringing sophistication and a seamless connection to the landscape outdoors.
Entrance & Repeated Design Language
The Main Door is a proud architectural element—crafted with double shutters, detailed with wooden carvings and brass inlays, offering a striking entry into the home. Once inside, a recurring motif subtly appears in wall cladding, flooring inlays, the powder room Jali, and the kitchen window screen. This repeated language creates continuity, giving every design element both identity and purpose.
Facade & Environmental Integration
The façade design is rooted in logic and layered expression:
· The west and south sides are wrapped in solid and cavity walls to reduce heat transfer and minimize sun exposure.
· The east and north elevations, in contrast, open up with large fenestrations, balconies, and green spaces.
To define each balcony, metal frames were added—intended to be covered with climbers, which will grow over time to form green, shaded niches. On the east facade, intentional cutouts allow beautiful shadows and filtered sunlight to animate the interiors.A distinctive architectural gesture is the Puja Room’s projection on the facade, making it a visible spiritual anchor from the outside.To maintain privacy, especially on the south, certain windows are placed at an angle, making them less visible from the road without compromising light or ventilation.Altogether, this bungalow is more than a dwelling—it is an evolving habitat that combines emotional warmth, spatial logic, and cultural reverence. Every space responds to lifestyle, climate, and context, creating a home that is as functional as it is soulful. From materials to motifs, light to layout—every detail contributes to a narrative of living that celebrates both tradition and innovation.
Climatic Planning & Spatial Orientation
We were highly attentive to sun path, wind flow, and site context while planning the layout. The primary living spaces—Drawing Room, Living Room, Dining Area, and all major Bedrooms—face east and north, optimizing soft morning light and daylighting throughout the day. Smaller strategically placed openings throughout the home encourage cross ventilation, helping maintain thermal comfort and freshness indoors.
The Entry Porch, placed on the east, becomes a source of positive energy. Above it, balconies allow connected bedrooms to receive early sunlight. These bedrooms, however, overlook the main road on the south, which presented acoustic and thermal challenges.
To counteract this, we introduced cavity walls on the south facade, and placed toilets and dressing rooms in the southwest corners, acting as insulating zones between harsh exteriors and peaceful interiors. This not only reduces heat gain and noise but also adds a layer of privacy.
Conversely, the north-facing areas enjoy openness and beautiful garden views, allowing larger fenestrations. Residents have personally expressed how light, air, and landscape together enhance everyday living.
Elevated Living with Functionality
The entire bungalow is positioned on a raised plinth, which allowed us to create parking space beneath and a basement that doesn’t need extensive excavation—an efficient and sustainable planning move. The Entry Porch is designed with a generous height to give a grand approach to the main otta, marked by elegant steps.
Interior Design with Individual Identity
Each bedroom in the house is designed with a unique concept, aligned to the personality of the person using it:
· The youngest member’s room reflects a contemporary and playful approach, featuring a bold PU-finished patterned wall that creates a dynamic backdrop for a raised platform bed. A glass-partitioned unit hides the TV to maintain clean lines, and a custom curved metal and panel shelf unit completes the look with flair.
· The elder sibling’s room has a softer, artistic tone, realized through warm yellows and deep browns, complemented by a hanging corner light and expressive artwork. The atmosphere here is cozy, personal, and tranquil.
· The Master Bedroom exudes grandeur. The backdrop wall is clad in Italian-patterned stone, anchoring a majestic headboard that also functions as hidden storage. Attached is a dressing and toilet, concealed with traditional paneling. An MDF Jali with mirror inlay adds ornamental elegance, drawing inspiration from Indian heritage. The use of sea-green tones adds freshness and serenity to the room.
Dhrupad Shukla
Sacred Design: The Puja Room
The Puja space is treated as the crown jewel of the home. All surfaces are clad in marble pattis and timber battens in an up-down arrangement. The lotus motif inlay at the floor pays homage to divinity, and the wooden Jali door with brass bells brings a temple-like aura to this sacred corner.
Shared Living: Drawing, Dining, Living
The Drawing, Living, and Dining Rooms are all connected through a sculptural staircase—crafted from wood and metal with a unique central spine. Slim and striking, this staircase becomes a functional art piece-
· The Drawing Room features a curved ceiling, a bold rust-colored sofa, and a spiritual Krishna painting—giving the space warmth and identity.
· The Dining Area, set in a double-height volume, is accentuated with a chandelier and overhead bridge, establishing it as the heart of the home.
· The Living Room uses veneered paneling, glass walls, and wooden shelf inserts, bringing sophistication and a seamless connection to the landscape outdoors.
Entrance & Repeated Design Language
The Main Door is a proud architectural element—crafted with double shutters, detailed with wooden carvings and brass inlays, offering a striking entry into the home. Once inside, a recurring motif subtly appears in wall cladding, flooring inlays, the powder room Jali, and the kitchen window screen. This repeated language creates continuity, giving every design element both identity and purpose.
Facade & Environmental Integration
The façade design is rooted in logic and layered expression:
· The west and south sides are wrapped in solid and cavity walls to reduce heat transfer and minimize sun exposure.
· The east and north elevations, in contrast, open up with large fenestrations, balconies, and green spaces.
To define each balcony, metal frames were added—intended to be covered with climbers, which will grow over time to form green, shaded niches. On the east facade, intentional cutouts allow beautiful shadows and filtered sunlight to animate the interiors.A distinctive architectural gesture is the Puja Room’s projection on the facade, making it a visible spiritual anchor from the outside.To maintain privacy, especially on the south, certain windows are placed at an angle, making them less visible from the road without compromising light or ventilation.Altogether, this bungalow is more than a dwelling—it is an evolving habitat that combines emotional warmth, spatial logic, and cultural reverence. Every space responds to lifestyle, climate, and context, creating a home that is as functional as it is soulful. From materials to motifs, light to layout—every detail contributes to a narrative of living that celebrates both tradition and innovation.
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