The architecture of the house explores a play of volumes, materials and stark play of light and shadow.
R+D Studio: Primera
In this Indian house the homogeneity of white blocks is broken with sharp block patterns created through aluminum grooves and corten coatings: a variety of materials that reflects the many functions that take place in the interiors, conceived for living, but also for parties and events.
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- 04 March 2016
- Gurgaon
The volume blocking is strong and rigid with a further accentuation through contrasting materials – the stunning corten steel with stark whites. Corten steel is used prominently on the facade with seamless joining techniques following a strict geometry. The monotony of white blocks is broken with sharp block patterns created through aluminum grooves.
The house performs multi-functional role to suit the lifestyle of the clients – metamorphosing it’s spaces in a live-work-play system. From a cozy family den, to a design studio to spaces to exhibit their love for art and a space for hosting soirees for large group of guests – the house was to serve a multitude of purposes leading to a smart segregation of functions for privacy as well as creating transformational spaces to suit a variety of situations. The interiors take a minimalist route with clean walls featuring art collections of the owners. The usage of color blocked carpets, surfaces clad in teak to create stark contrasts with the white walls.
Primera, DLF Phase 4, Gurgaon, India
Program: single-family house
Architects: R+D Studio
Interiors: Shivan & Narresh Homes
Architecture team: Shikha Doogar, Shridhar Rao, Rachita Malhotra, Sanchit Arora
Interior team: Shivan Bhatiya, Narresh Kukreja & Siddhartth Mahajan
Area: 420 sqm
Completion: 2015