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Weathered House
Project Type and Stages:
Residential, RIBA Stage 0-6
Date & Location
2022, Bangalore, India
Role
Project architect + Stylist for photoshoot and Buildofy video at Kamat and Rozario Architecture
+Developed designs, 3D models, construction drawings, and material selections, integrating client feedback for timely, budget-conscious delivery.
+Directly coordinated with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors to enhance efficiency and prevent delays.
+Oversaw financials, including bills of quantities, payments, and client billing for smooth cash flow.
+Curated furnishings, finishes, furniture, artwork, and lighting to achieve a cohesive, client-aligned aesthetic.
Transferable creative skills
Design thinking + problem solving
Aesthetic + visual judgement
Conceptualisation + 3D Thinking
Sketching + Illustration
Physical + Digital modelling
Spatial awareness + Organisation
Material understanding + Innovation
Transferable soft skills
Time + project management
Leadership + collaboration
Presentation + proposal
Budgeting + negotiation
Building relationships + conflict resolution
Verbal + visual + written communication
Cultural + contextual awareness
Client + vendor + contractor + consultant coordination
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Photography
Arjun Krishna
Brief:
The client, inspired by Tadao Ando’s use of exposed concrete during their time in Japan, sought a minimalist home with a focus on natural materials and subtle warmth.
Task:
The task was to design a house that embodied the client’s aesthetic preferences while addressing practical needs such as efficient use of space and climate-conscious planning. This required blending the minimalist design with the local climate and ensuring a connection between the interiors and the natural surroundings.
Our Response:
We designed the house as a large concrete tray hovering over a white monolith, with the placement of the tray guided by the sun’s movement, providing shade for the west and south-facing walls. The open court on the east side served as the heart and lung of the house, fostering a sense of space and connection to nature. The upper floor plan placed thermal mass elements like bathrooms on the west wall, while the rest of the space opened to the east court. The southern facade was layered with materials of varying perforations and textures, influenced by the sun’s rays, while a leafy monster plant outside contributed to this layering effect. The top-lit main stair allowed natural light to fill the space, creating drama and enhancing the overall atmosphere. The interiors feature an exposed cement finish, teakwood furniture for warmth, and grey granite stone flooring, maintaining the home’s understated, natural aesthetic.
Result:
The house successfully reflected the client’s vision by blending minimalist Japanese design principles with practical climate-responsive elements. The layout maximized natural light and ventilation. The final design not only fulfilled the client’s request for a minimalist and functional home but also created a space that reflected their hobbies and interests.
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