Ar. Malaksingh Gill


twin BUNGALOWS



Vadodara, Gujarat



Located in the heart of the city of Vadodara, the structures stands looks unique,

yet belonging to the surroundings. It is built in exposed brick masonry in lime mortar,

with an R.C.C. filler slab. Inspired by the traditional planning of the houses of the area,

the two bungalows are connected by a central courtyard.


Area: 4000 sq.ft



EXTERNAL VIEW FROM ROAD






VIEW FROM BEHIND



LIVING ROOM



courtyard flanked by arches



view from courtyard



staircase joining the two houses



bedroom view



Location



Vadodara, Gujarat.



Macro Climate



Hot and dry climate with little rainfall.



Site context



Located within the city limits, with an access road provided from the north.



features



CENTRAL COURTYARD



Inspired by the traditional Gujarati dwellings (pols), the houses share a common central courtyard. This along with providing good ventilation in the dry climate also ensures ample passive lighting in the house.



arches



The courtyard is flanked by a series of segmental arches in a load bearing wall, that connect the private living rooms to the semi - private couryard and ensure good lighting and ventilation



BRICK JALIS



Brick jalis fitted with glass bottles provide indirect lighting and a stained glass effect, reminescent of the stained glass windows of the traditional Pol.



Bay windows



Providing built-in setas and additional opportunities for cross ventilation, through small openings under the seats



Malaksingh Gill | Architect



04-Ground Floor, Mahim House Building, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg, New Moghul lane, Mahim (W), Mumbai - 400016 | Tel: 9820442390 | architectmalaksingh@gmail.com