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11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners
11 K-Waks,  | International Design Awards Winners

11 K-Waks

Lead Designersketan Jawdekar
Prize(s)Honorable Mention
Entry Description

This private residence is a weekend home built in a one-acre plot near Pune for a businessman. The major factor was to create a week end home for three generations of the family. Since it is a sloping land, the topography was used to an advantage by drawing inspiration from the step fields one commonly sees for paddy cultivation. Following the creed of ‘Less is more’, different levels have been created for the different areas in the house. From the road that runs along the upper periphery, one can only see the roof and this helps maintain privacy for the family. The central courtyard with its dry landscape is the focus for the entire house as each area is accessed from here. It also acts as a ventilation shaft that keeps entire living space cool in Pune’s hot and dry climate. Large Glass panes allow nature into the house that also has a pool attached to living room deck that can be accessed from any side. Westerly wind passes over the pool to gush into living room and courtyard cooling the entire space. The open plan of the house allows plenty of spaces that are visually connected to each other. Large overhangs on the west side allow main structure to get protection from harsh sunlight as well as heavy rains in monsoon. Rainwater harvesting is achieved by connecting natural slope and the rain water pipes to the cavity below Mother’s room that also has a natural underground stream. Solar panels on the top deck get rid of boilers in the bathroom. Traditional finishes like terrazzo and leather finish Black Cudappah flooring, local stone decking further enhance the climate control while Lighting is entirely LED for low electricity consumption. Overall, it is a fusion of modern architecture with traditional Indian planning.