In Between Gardens Residence

In Between Gardens Residence
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In Between Gardens Residence

A Threshold

ARCHITECTS
A Threshold

PHOTOGRAPHS
Atik Bheda

CIVIL CONTRACTOR
Manjunath

STRUCTURAL CONSULTANTS
Raghvendra Skanda Consultants

LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS
A Threshold

BUILDER AND ENGINEER
Manjunath

DESIGN TEAM
Avinash Ankalge, Harshith Nayak, Sameed Ahmed

LOCATION
Houses

LOCATION
Tiptur, India

AREA
4200 m²

YEAR
2023

Situated in the town of Tiptur within the Tumkur district, this residence occupies a corner plot measuring 70’x40’ in a relatively new layout, devoid of immediate neighboring structures and architectural context/character.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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Addressing concerns related to privacy and security, the house incorporates a protective random rubble black granite stone wall that surrounds it, which is sourced from a nearby local granite quarry, resembling a fortification.

Within this enclosure, the house block is positioned. A deliberate interplay of materials and spaces defines the area between the stone wall and the house.

In Between Gardens Residence
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In Between Gardens Residence
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In Between Gardens Residence
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The stone wall serves as both a safety barrier and a buffer against potential future developments in the vicinity.

The space between the house block and the wall is thoughtfully landscaped with plantations and skylights.

Internally, the design embraces a sequence of interconnected spaces illuminated by indirect sunlight.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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In Between Gardens Residence
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Inspired by the essence of the old town of Tiptur, where steps and gathering spaces under trees are prevalent, the house recreates this atmosphere through indoor-outdoor spaces interwoven with each other.

The concept draws from the traditional "katte," resembling verandahs connected to historic homes, surrounded nearby towns, this idea manifests as levels connecting different spaces, forming semi-public gathering zones within the house.

These areas not only effectively utilize transition spaces but also breathe life into the home, reminiscent of the lively atmosphere found in the old town.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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The design strategically incorporates staggered, overlapping courtyards, providing captivating views from spaces within the house.

The design concept revolves around a strategically planned layout, where the living room is situated between two courtyards – one to the east and the other to the west.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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A seamless connection to nature is established as the kitchen is intricately linked to a landscape area featuring a kitchen garden.

The kids' bedroom unfolds into a double-height green court, which in turn seamlessly connects to the common areas, creating a fluid integration with the overall living space.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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The first-floor bedrooms are thoughtfully designed with large sliding folding door windows extending into the living courtyards, creating a harmonious integration of spaces.

The material palette adopts a minimalist approach, featuring white-washed walls, raw concrete slabs, and random rubble masonry for the enclosure wall.

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In Between Gardens Residence
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The latter is constructed using locally sourced black granite indigenous to Tiptur, imbuing the space with a distinct and authentic character.

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Idea Diagram


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Plan - Ground Floor
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Plan - 1st Floor
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Plan - Terrace


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Concept Development


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Idea Diagram
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Idea Diagram


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Realization Photos