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Abstract, linear volumes pile up to form a distinct modern 4266 square foot home for five families in Bangalore, India. Created by Spine Architects, the unique angular shape stands out sharply against a gray, densely populated metropolis. Pure white concrete and rich wooden cladding contain a dwelling based on the ancient architectural science of Vaastu, which embraces the advantages of nature. The interior spaces are simple, spacious and projected around two landscaped courtyards, each with skylights that flood sunlight into the openly interconnected floors of the house. The natural greenery brings a valuable exterior within the introverted urban housing, with trees that draw the eye up through the impressive void.
An illusion of floating piles is realized through cracks and openings around the modern home exterior, which gives the building its name “Floating Walls”.
The visually appealing structure is defined from the densely populated site by sloping white concrete walls that protrude from the front and side. Rich wood cladding looks warm and attractive under the glare of exterior lights.
The toned wood and clear glass elements juxtapose the solid white walls.
Unconventional slices swayed throughout the building to accommodate natural light and exterior views, while maintaining ultimate privacy.
Sun-seeking plants spring from behind the hidden walls of the home, hinting at the nature-centered design that awaits interior.
An impressive front entrance gate makes a smart and lasting first impression.
A layered verandah climbs to the inner front door, surrounded by lush green lawns and full plant beds.
The front entrance is a completely clear and seamless glass box, where the only frame is around the door itself.
Upon entering the apartment, we escape from city life behind a screen of tall tropical plants that filter out sunlight and spy eyes. The “casual” living room behind the ground floor is an elegant arrangement of project furniture with raised yellow and blue accents. A unique glass coffee table is raised by a striking rug. A chic store completes an Eames-style armchair.
Wooden clad feature walls echo the exterior aesthetics of the house. Tanned chairs continue the rich earthy tone to the dining room.
A Buddha statue designates a cult area within the first landscape courtyard project on the ground floor. A temple tree appears from behind the Puja, drawing the eye up through the multi-storey void to a skylight above.
The indoor plant eats sunlight from a large skylight. A glass wall welcomes the sunlight into the neighboring bedroom.
The skylight is positioned directly above the tree-lined courtyard on the ground floor.
On the other side of the living room from the first floor, a modern home office is arranged with a minimalist floating desk.
The glass wall room is decorated with a vibrant contrast of purple red and royal blue accent pieces. Fabric panels are installed to give privacy when needed.
Built-in shelf niches are lined with red cracks.
Each bedroom in the home gets its own unique identity.
Creating a bedroom chair and rug defines a small lounge area within this beautiful bedroom.
Intertwined interior and exterior spaces filter natural light and ventilation.
Upstairs on the second floor is a guest bedroom and a half-open terrace with a kitchen.
A traditional load carrying and counterweight system was used to drastically cantilever a series of 2 ″ thick Sadahalli slabs at a screen wall at the front entrance.
Ground floor plan, including formal and informal lounges, the kitchen, dining room and lounge, and the first of five bedrooms. The ground floor bedroom series stands complete with a bathroom and closet for the homeowner’s parents.
A mezzanine floor plan, including a bedroom suite with a wardrobe and a bathroom.
First floor plan, including the master bedroom, guest bedroom, another children’s bedroom, family lounge area, and study room with balcony.
Second floor plan, including a second guest bedroom with private bathroom, and a large terrace with kitchen.
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