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The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Architecture

2024

Nestled within the stepped topography, without creating a visual disharmony,“Levelscape” stands as a harmonious fusion of Landscape & built structure in a challenging slopped site. The Residence greets the user with an aura of tranquillity, as if inviting the user to leave the chaos of the outside world behind. The topography of the site was an interesting challenge encountered in the design process. The client also wanted the existing vegetation and terrain to be retained as much as possible. This is tackled by following the basic rule of building across the contours with the help of retaining walls facilitating minimum soil cut and fill.

The porch was taken in the lowest level as a garage and its roof turns out to be a patio which is open from the living and dining space, the core of the house which encourages lot of interactions and gatherings. This space had turned up to be the most loved space by the family as it helps the family to bond.

Architects	:	Nestcraft Architecture
Area	:	3200 sq. ft.
Year	:	2024
Website	:	https://www.instagram.com/nestcraftarchitecture/

Exterior view of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Porch of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

The Architectural Planning of the home revolves around four yards: the parking yard, the entry yard, the patio over the roof of the porch, and the patio connected to the dining in the back which is facing East. This patio brings in lot of morning light which contributes to the positivity in the kitchen and dining space. These yards create a sense of connection to nature and the outdoors. Here, walls dissolve into the landscape, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor. Patios are carefully integrated into the plan breaking the tall singular roof and are visually connected to all the common areas within the home.

The client loved a long veranda which is incorporated along with the main entry for creating an axis from main door till the back patio. This adds to the spaciousness creating an open and flexible layout to accommodate more people during family gatherings. The bedrooms are designed with in two corners of the dining space and providing maximum privacy. This repeats in first floor too. The open-plan layout of the residence encourages fluid movement and creates a sense of togetherness.

Verandah of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Outdoor deck of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Weathered materials such as reclaimed wood and locally sourced granite stones, laterite stones etc used in its naked format adorn the facades; these rustic finishes not only blend with the surrounding landscape but also does remind the human connection with nature. The residence chants a feeling of tranquillity by employing natural landscape, use of natural light and ventilation, soothing earthen colours and and earthy materials which allows the users to feel connected to nature and feel contented.

Living room of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Dining of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Kitchen of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Courtyard of The Levelscape by Nestcraft Architecture

Expansive windows let in plenty of sunlight, cutting down on the need for artificial lights and promoting good ventilation during the daytime, which helps reduce reliance on air conditioners or fans. The plinth level is elevated, and the car porch is positioned at a lower level, minimizing the need for excavation or soil filling, honouring the original slope of the land. The play of light and shadows displayed when natural light strikes the yards that are placed in different orientations adds to the experiential quality of the space which suggests biophilia.