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Residence 145 by Charged Voids

Architecture

2019

Photographer : JAVIER CALLEJAS

Sited on a plot with challenging zoning and height restrictions in southern Chandigarh, Residence 145 is a play on the fundamentals of urban residential design. Conceptualised by Charged Voids for three generations of a family, the layout of the house is centred on the idea of connected living. A strong connection with the outdoors is established through internal courtyards, with the interior spaces framing sunny views of the landscape.

While the front of the house comprises monolithic walls in alternating neutral stone and plain white finish, the house itself is segregated into distinct public and private zones. A central open space, featuring a courtyard and vertical circulation, serves as the connection between the first two zones and facilitates natural ventilation throughout the house. Punctures in the built form derive from the locally prevailing wind flow pattern, and a sequential progression has been built between the different zones, with multiple solids and voids creating segmented layers of privacy and openness.

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Architects : Charged Voids
Area : 5170 sq.ft.
Year : 2019
Website : https://www.instagram.com/chargedvoids/

Exterior view of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Exterior view of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Floating Deck of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Floating Deck of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Floating Deck of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Floating Deck of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Entrance foyer of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


View from entrance foyer of Residence 145 by Charged Voids

The ground floor consists of an open-plan, double-height living-cum-dining hall wrapped around the central courtyard, along with two bedrooms for the elderly members of the family. Two other bedrooms and an open kitchen overlooking the courtyard are organised on the second storey, which is accessed by a floating staircase. Along one edge of the kitchen is a curved wall with an opening the length of the wall, creating a slim lightwell that admits daylight from a puncture in the roof above. On the third level, an open bar and terrace provide a space for gatherings, along with other amenities and accommodation for the domestic help. The material palette is reserved to the bare minimum, with the same stone that is used for exterior finishes extending to the interior walls and flooring. The beige and white tones are accompanied by the warm colours of the millwork and furniture.


Central Courtyard and Lounge of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Lounge area of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Central Courtyard and Lounge area of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Central Courtyard of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Central Courtyard of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Double Height Drawing Room of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Double Height Drawing Room of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Dining of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


View of Dining and Lounge of Residence 145 by Charged Voids

Residence 145 is designed to support and reinforce the interpersonal lifestyles of multigenerational, joint Indian households. Elements of nature—bright daylight through the skylights, floral fragrance, the gentle sound of quietly flowing water—are introduced with the intention of visually and spiritually invigorating the space and its occupants. With this project, Charged Voids endeavours to continue the search for the original form of space—imbibing the fundamentals of simplicity and efficiency while rejecting superfluous ornamentation.


Staircase of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Staircase of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Kitchen of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Terrace of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Terrace of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Terrace of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Exterior view of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Front Elevation Plan of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Section of Residence 145 by Charged Voids


Section EE of Residence 145 by Charged Voids



Tags
house
architecture
interior design
residential architecture
residential interiors
2019
5000 to 10000 sq.ft
india
chandigarh
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