Shybia Residence

“Cost-effective houses are not just for the poor, they are for everyone” - Laurie Baker.

Shybia residence in Malaparamba is evolved drawing inspiration from this thought.The house is designed with a very rustic approach and the essence of the material is explored to the maximum to achieve an aesthetics that is cost-effective and raw.

• Total built area: 874 sq.ft
• Site area: 2.5 cents
• Type of structure: Load bearing structure
• Roof type: Flat R.C.C roof
• Basic Finishes:
  • Exposed concrete block finish
  • Oxide flooring
  • Exposed R.C.C ceilings

Design process

Massing evolution

Ground floor plan

First floor plan

Massing is evolved in a manner there is a gradation of vlume from the road

Carefully planned clerestory window enhancess the spatial porousness inside

Waterbody with a plumeria that is camouflaged from the road using concrete jaalis

Interior living shot

Interior dining/kitchen shot

Internal courtyard

Bedroom interior shot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aulM-NStvGY&t=37s

3D walkthrough link