Floating Walls by Crest Architects | A contemporary residence in Bangalore

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Nestled in the back drop of the Silicon Valley, this residence promises an escape from the city life. The major concern was finding an intimate space in the crowd and arriving at a visually engaging structure amidst the chaotic background.

An introverted open plan layout has been adopted to create a seamless flow of spaces and to ensure connectivity across the floors. Designed around two landscaped courtyards, the building programme is spread across three floors consisting of a parking area, formal and informal living, an open kitchen and dining, five bedrooms, a study and a semi-open terrace with a kitchenette. Both the courtyards have been strategically designed with skylights to bring in maximum light.

A series of staggered slits have been deliberately positioned at unconventional heights to allow light and maximum views of the outside without compromising on privacy, thereby fostering an illusion of floating walls.

The house is a display of intertwined indoor and outdoor spaces designed to filter in ample natural light and ventilation. The interiors have been devised with a great attention to detail to blend smoothly with the architectural elements along with neutral colors and bright accents like olive green, navy blue, crimson red and burnt orange that exemplify a comprehensively designed urban home. It adheres to the site context and has a strong element of individuality that enhances the quality of living through well stitched spaces, materials, techniques, craftsmanship and infuses the interiors with personalized detailing to create intimate experiences.