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4D Architects

4D Architects

Architect | Kottayam, Kerala

CHAYA: THE HOUSE OF SHADOWS Inspired by Louis Kahn's notion that "the sun never knew how great it was until it hit the side of a building," this project celebrates the dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The linear site, with a width constraint of 8.5m to 6.6m, presented a challenge that was addressed through a thoughtful design response. The adjacent boundary wall, with a double-height blank façade, posed a visual monotony that was mitigated through the introduction of an organic graffiti pattern, adding visual interest to the exterior. To optimize the site's potential, the south-western wall was built adjacent to the boundary wall, allowing for the incorporation of required spaces. This wall's solidity, devoid of fenestrations, serves as a thermal buffer against south-western radiation. A courtyard, strategically located along the boundary wall, facilitates natural ventilation and lighting through a custom-designed opening in the façade, covered with pergolas. #architecturedesign
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