Patwa Haweli is such a privately owned centuries old builiding, traditionally
used as a residence for generationswhich has been tastefully restored to
operate as a bed and breakfast establishment for the tourists flocking in the
blue city wanting to get a taste of the city’s rich tradition.
Name of the Project: Patwa Haweli
Architectural Group: Ravi & Nupur Architects
Location: Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Architects/Designers Name: Ravi Jain, Nupur Jain
Total Area (Enter sq. meter or sq. feet): 1024Sqft
Project Type: Refurbishment of 100 yr old traditional house in rajasthan
It is located in the heart of the walled city with the charming views of Mehrangarh Fort and
Umaid Bhawan Palace. A narrow passage from the main city road,
reminiscent of the streets of Benaras, takes on to this exquisite home. It is
very close to the two famous old localities – Pungalpada & Sarafon ki pole.
The facade has an beautiful and atsteful resemblance to the Patwon ki Haweli
in Jaisalmer, also famous for its unique architecture.
The Haweli features ten rooms preserving the essence of the local architectural traditions, e.g carved hanging balconies, courtyards, wooden ceilings, traditional arches, doors and
windows with two roof-top terraces for Al-Fresco dining. The basic idea was
to preserve the old house & to keep it more traditional resembling the city’s
culture & traditions thus keeping the cultural heritage alive & sharing its
experiences with the further generations.
The basic idea for renovation was to reutilize the space as the owner moved out of the old city.The requirement was to create a unique cost effective homestay which links the guests to the old culture,heritage & at the same time gives a homely feeling.Thus the idea
of reconnecting the heritage,culture & leisure evolved.
Art & Architecture
The building with a traditional countenance having exquisitely carved
stonework with arched openings, pillars, wood-carved doors andwindows &
different geometric patterned jaali for semi-transparent
openings/fenestrations. The central courtyard serves as a microclimate
modifier & also adds intangible effects to the spaces.
Exteriors
The exterior of the haweli was planned with a common entrance for the
security point .which opend up to a welcome open court space called as
noarah acted as the common space for two consecutive residence units.Then
comes the chabotra or platform which defines the entrance for each
residence unit.The façade for every units are designed wih jharokhas &
openings on each floor to keep the spaces private yet interconnected.
