As a family of four, Mr Geetha Prasad Reddy came to us for the construction of his home in Bangalore. He has an IT background, and his wife is a homemaker with two kids. In their initial discussion, they wanted a G+2 own residence on a 60’ x 40’ corner plot with four bedrooms combined. They also wanted ample space on the ground floor for storage. Although they did not initially prefer any particular architectural style, our designers helped them figure out a unique style that fit their preferences.
Project Name: Fusion-Style Corner Home with a Commercial Office Space in BTM Layout
Studio Name: Design Thoughts Architects
Location: Near BTM Stage 4.
Plot Size: 2400 Sq.ft
Site orientation: North-East corner site
Through the design process, the client-designer relationship was amicable, which helped us deliver the designs seamlessly.
Deciding on the architectural style
For the facade, Mr Geetha Prasad felt inclined to a fusion of traditional and contemporary. We suggested they use conventional materials like brick and jalli patterns and vegetation to achieve this. For the modern touch, concrete cladding highlights the vertical elements of the home. As there is a green landscape area in the corner of the plan, we included creepers in the balcony to match the same.
A walk through the home
The entire planning and designing part for the clients was straightforward, as we faced no significant challenges. We accommodate two car parking spaces on the ground floor and ample storage. This floor holds the labour quarters with a nice living, kitchen, utility, and storage space. A lobby that takes us to Mr Geetha Prasad’s residence as we cross the parking area.
The residence opens to a corridor from the external staircase, followed by a foyer. The lift lobby connects adjacently with the internal staircase, which goes to the rest of the floors. A well-lit, double-height living room opens to a lovely landscaped area along the foyer. As this is a northeast corner plot, the pooja room nicely fuses a traditional element in the modern set living space. The pooja room is also double-height to provide a skylight that compliments the landscape and the facade.
Following this, we located the kitchen and master bedroom according to Vastu principles. The dining area seamlessly links with the kitchen area in an open plan with a grocery unit.
Each bedroom in the home has a large opening to an outdoor landscape to maintain that connection. We observe a good depth in the elements of the house’s elevation because of these balconies and landscaped areas. Light from the cut-out space above the living enters the first floor as we enter the bedroom spaces. There is a study and library space on this floor.
The clients wanted to host parties and spend quality time on the second floor, so we planned an inviting bar counter and pantry. A multipurpose hall, jacuzzi area, and laundry spaces are also zoned.
Highlights from the interiors
To plan the interiors for Mr Geetha Prasad Reddy and Mrs Sneha, we asked for their ideas and discussed them later with similar presentations. We also gave them spatial visualisations to understand the concepts of interiors. They liked to experiment with wallpapers and finishes that matched the fusion style.
For the living space, we suggested clean lines with wood panelling, marble, and gold border finishes to give it a lavish look as it is a double height. In the interior staircase, we planned for a skylight and a dry landscape area that is visible throughout. One of the many highlights of this home is its spacious planning, tall spaces, and landscaping. To balance vertical and horizontal elements, we treat the windows, add suitable furniture, and keep the interior elements minimal.
Dining and kitchen spaces are differentiated with colour schemes and furniture selection. An attractive shade of green in the kitchen with a subtle patterned backsplash suits the open planning seen in the dining room. The dining room follows a similar pattern to the living area and is finished with wallpaper.
