Client
Pavan Kashyap
Location
Magadi Road, Bengaluru
Photography
Shamanth Patil Photography
Site Area
12,000 sq. ft
TBUA
17,500 sq. ft
The genesis of this project starts with unique brief to build individual homes for four friends, with the unified identity. In their own words “design four homes within a large house”.
The client approached us with the set of five plots each measuring 2400sqft, within a gated community located in the outskirts of Bengaluru. The sites were sandwiched between two parallel roads with independent access, slightly contoured with minimal vegetation. The plot in the centre hinging the other four plots had a beautiful well grown tree, around which the story of “Geleyara Goodu” unfolds, which literally translates to “ resting nest for friends”.
As a response to the context, to negotiate site levels, independent garages are placed in the lower level, with part fill, the ground plane is modulated so as to have a high podium. The raised plinth eliminated a necessity for compound wall, also enhanced the visual appeal. The elevated datum ensures enough privacy with better visual connect to outside, along with holding all the built form together.
Common parking flanked by a narrow guarded entry to the entire development reiterates the notion of “oneness”. A non-ceremonial entry detached from road edge, modulated with the series of gradual steps, meandering through a dense landscape evokes a sense of suspense before landing on to the elevated common plaza.
At a site plan level, the houses are layered around the central common green, which acts as a unifying element. Public spaces on the inner ring and private on the periphery gave us a flexibility to dematerialize the inner envelope with extensive use of glass, so as to establish the seamless connect with the landscape and with other adjacent units. The outer ring of private zone, relatively non porous with minimal fenestration making it lot more secure.
As a unit, It’s a simple 2 bay plan with living, dining areas straddled across a private court overlooking a central green, kitchen, staircase core and guest bedroom in the other bay in ground floor. As on climbs on the first floor lands on to a vestibule, doubles up as informal study with bay window seating overlooking the central court, leading on to two large bedrooms on either side with their own large open to sky private terraces.
The interiors are kept minimal and simple using Kota and jaisalmer stone as flooring, balanced with exposed cement surfaces with wood as accent. The large wood finish UPVC windows along with cement plastered white walls and concrete under soffit constitutes the exterior facade. The landscape in the foreground blur the boundaries and softens the overall massing. Large over hanging roof works as shading element , enhancing the overall intent of dispersed habitable space under one large parasol, creating a “world within a world” , a cosy nest in a faraway tree.
Client Feedback
Mr.Pavan, Mr.Veeresh ,Mr.Bhusan and Mr.Anjan
Vijay and Rajani, the founders of Avanimudra, an esteemed architectural firm based in Bangalore, have become much more than just professionals to us—they are an inseparable part of our family and synonymous with the realization of our dream project, Geleyara Goodu. From our very first meeting, they shared our passion for the project, matching our excitement and vision. They fully immersed themselves in bringing to life our dream of a home where nature plays a central and harmonious role.
The journey was not without its challenges. From the outset, the project posed significant hurdles, particularly with the timing, as we began just before the COVID-19 pandemic, and with the complex terrain, which necessitated numerous design revisions. Despite these obstacles, Vijay and Rajani stood by us unwaveringly, continually adapting the design while preserving the core vision.
There were moments when, as the owners, we questioned whether the project could ever be completed. At times, we were on the brink of halting the work entirely. It was in those moments that Vijay, with his boundless confidence and unwavering support, encouraged us to move forward, even at a slower pace, and reminded us that giving up was simply not an option. Following his advice, we pressed on, and in the end, we successfully completed the project.
Words cannot fully express our gratitude for Vijay and Rajani. Their unwavering dedication, meticulous attention to detail, and the highest standards of professional integrity have been invaluable to us. We are incredibly fortunate to have had them as our design partners, and we stand by the decision to work with them every step of the way.
The entire Geleyara Goodu team extends our heartfelt wishes to Vijay and Rajani for continued success in all their future endeavors.
