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CHAYAM : A dwelling born from canvas, colour, and emotion — is shortlisted in Vanitha Veedu awards 2026✨
Grateful that a project rooted in art, earth, and lived experience has found its voice.
This is for spaces that feel, not just stand.

Art and architecture together breathe life into space one shaping form, the other infusing spirit.

Chayakottu is an experimental space built as a part of farm house.Where it is a space for curated in terms of art and irrational architectural practice

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This residence exemplifies tropical modern design, merging contemporary form with climatic responsiveness. The bold sloping metal roof with extended overhangs ensures efficient rainwater runoff and passive shading a practical response to Kerala’s monsoon climate.

The use of earth-toned textured plaster harmonizes the structure with the surrounding red laterite soil, while white accent walls and glass openings provide contrast and visual balance. A triangular truss detail in red steel frames, clerestory windows, bringing in ample daylight and maintaining privacy.

Landscape integration plays a key role native plants, stone edging, and a reflective water body soften the built form and connect it to its lush green context. This combination of local materials, climate-aware design, and modern geometry creates a home that feels rooted yet forward-looking.

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Timber deck —
Elevated just enough to protect the root zone and reduce soil compaction,
Aligned to preserve the tree trunks and encourage natural drainage.A small detail, a big gesture.A simple timber deck, carefully nestled between trees , not to dominate, but to coexist. Thoughtfully raised to protect the ground below and designed to absorb the rhythms of rain and light.

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An architect is a vastu shilpi—a sculptor of built form. How can we reclaim that creative role within the constraints of today’s market-driven profession?”