A modest house in the ‘pol’ neighbourhood, designed by Inpractice, is a single-storey abode replacing a dilapidated structure with an exposed concrete monolith that cuts, folds and bends to articulate the facades. The play of light and shadow frames each part of this home, enhancing its old-world charm of pol houses, presented with a new outlook to represent the time it was built in and the aspirations of the people who reside in it.
Inpractice, an architectural practice based in India, is a design studio that focuses on a non-linear design approach with inventive solutions. ‘Inpractice’ is appropriating traditional ways of living in the present time by means of materials, light and spatial explorations.
Archidiaries is excited to share the Project of the Week – Shah Muhammad Mohshin Khan Mausoleum (Dargah) | Sthapotik. Along with this, the weekly highlight contains a few of the best projects, published throughout the week. These selected projects represent the best content curated and shared by the team at ArchiDiaries.
Industrial Idyllic, a retail interior by Kritnam Atelier, approaches design with a holistic spirit of natural and true. The tranquility, exhibit clutter, and rustic vibe all work together to create a pleasant ambiance in this space, with an artistic and eclectic flare. A neutral interior tone was used to subtly highlight the product tone of an already established brand without the need for any additional decorative elements.
Arc’ teryx BDH Academy Store, designed by Still Young, is envisioned as “a campfire in the snow”, which sets the tone of the spatial narratives. The overall design enhances the campfire-like appearance of the veranda that connects the indoor and outdoor spaces, the crystal clear “glacier” installation that creates a visual focus, the training zone centering around a fireplace, and elements of tents, cable cars, and rocks. The design expands the boundary of wilderness and lights up a glowing campfire in a boundless land, guiding every explorer to find their “spiritual” destination.
Still Young, an architectural practice based in China, is dedicated to delivering high-standard, customized spatial solutions to far-sighted leading commercial brands. The practice is equipped with an experienced professional team, with a clear division of work in various aspects, including design, material techniques, VI, site survey, MEP, and HVAC.
6 X 8 House, designed by Andyrahman Architect, is designed with a spatial layout concept that reflects the psychological side of the owner. The house has two stairs, one is the front stairs as direct access to the upper floor for guests that acts as a communal zone. One more stair is inside the house, as a link between the 1st floor and 2nd floor.
Ben Tre Hotel, designed by Sanuki Daisuke architects, is a boutique hotel of about 30 rooms, targeting tourists and tour groups visiting the Mekong Delta, Vietnam. The hotel facade has a pattern of brick walls with gaps between them, which serve as shades and screens that allow impressive light to shine through, changing with time. The unique material of the Mekong Delta and the contrast with the greenery give the appearance of a hotel unique characteristics.
Sanuki Daisuke architects, an architectural practice based in Vietnam, focuses on interior and architectural design services.
Shah Muhammad Mohshin Khan Mausoleum (Dargah), designed by Sthapotik, aims to reminisce the memory of the “Pir” and develop an institution for exercising Islamic Knowledge for the betterment of society. The Concept of the project was to connect the souls with the higher power through a portal ‘Chandelier of Paradise’, the roof. The Dargah’s formation, scale, and materiality are highly inspired by the Sultani period’s mosques and Tombs.
Matchbox Houses, designed by Avanto Architects, provide privacy and the best views with comfortable outdoor areas. The floors of houses are joined by an open, glass-covered space, where daylight is screened. The houses also accommodate geothermal heating, self-sufficient ground cooling and self-regulation with house automation.
Chirantan – The House in Faliya, designed by AANGAN Architects, creates a balance between the traditional lifestyle of the user as well as their modern aspirations. The house brings an ample amount of light through the linear court positioned on the north side where it shares a common wall with the adjacent house. Blending the built and the landscape, every space in the house is associated with the greens and sunlight, which is an integral part of the house.
AANGAN Architects, an architectural practice based in India, is dealing with projects related to Residential and Institutional Architecture, interior architecture, urban design and Landscape. The methodology of AANGAN strives to promote innovative and alternative thinking amongst all involved in the design and promote sustainable practice from the conceptual stage.
NIO House Rotterdam, an Interior design project by MVRDV, mixes the rugged and bold expression of the city of Rotterdam with the sophisticated yet warm aesthetic of the NIO brand. Raw, exposed concrete columns and ruggedly engineered details provide touches of Rotterdam character to accentuate the pure and minimalist NIO brand’s vision.
Mirrors of Zlín, an installation by Loom on the Moon, consists of a simple wooden wall with a circular plan, a projection surface and a group of mirrors, evoking rain puddles, placed on the lawn between the trees. The cluster of three installations is composed of a harmony between the natural and artificial light, between the sound of the park, the musical composition and the passage of time.
Loom on the Moon, an exceptional multidisciplinary team based in the Czech Republic, believes that an unforgettable experience can only be created with passion, intelligence and personal commitment. The practice offers a wide range of services, particularly in public buildings, cultural projects, exhibitions, installations and multimedia experiences in sound, movement and light.
Binh Thuan House, designed by MIA Design Studio, is an ordinary residential architecture, having the organization of natural light and ventilation, creation of functional spaces and internal circulation. The interior design of the house has three-dimensional hollow frames that were modularized in order to develop more spaces in the future without disturbing the original design.
The Verandah Life, designed by unTAG Architecture and Interiors, is a tranquil abode for a writer, having two linear pavilions on a gradually sloping terrain, connected by an internal stair with green courts on either side. The designed project is a homely natural setting to ponder, to unlearn, to hibernate, to script stories.
unTAG Architecture & Interiors, an architectural firm based in India, adheres to climatic sensibility, contextual rooting, spatial functionality, material sensitivity and economic viability as their core values. unTAG Architecture & Interiors has effectively accomplished cost effective, environmentally conscious residential, institutional and hospitality projects pan-India.
Sushrut Joshi – Law Office, an office interior by Form Design Studio, creates a sophisticated and modern small law office environment. The space exudes professionalism with its polished teakwood and light grey walls, accented by pops of olive green leather upholstery. The interior design successfully strikes a balance between form and function, creating a comfortable and efficient environment for the team to handle their legal cases.
Form Design Studio is a young and dynamic architecture and design firm based in Indore, India. Founded in 2018, the architectural practices’ design philosophy is centered around creating clean and modern aesthetics that are seamlessly integrated with functionality and livability. The firm has a diverse portfolio of ongoing projects that showcase its commitment to creating spaces that are both visually stunning and practical.
Casa Sur, designed by COTAPAREDES Arquitectos, is oriented to the north on its front façade, which allows a large window to be opened towards the upper floor that fills the space with clear and diffused light. The layout scheme is very simple, where the longitudinal staircase in the transverse direction divides the ground floor into two areas.
The apartment interior at Sheetal West Park, designed by Prashant Parmar Architect | Shayona Consultant, prioritizes functionality, simplicity and minimalism, using clean lines and neutral colors as the foundation of the design. The design project creates a serene and uncluttered living space that promotes a sense of tranquility and organization.
Prashant Parmar Architect | Shayona Consultant, an architectural firm based in India, delivers the end result exactly as proposed in the initial planning stage. The firm also believes it’s not necessary to spend lavishly to get good results, it’s instead necessary to spend insightfully to get outstanding results.
