curved balconies clad in brick tiles outline a multi-generational indian home

Singh Residence in Noida is designed for grandparents, parents, and children to share a common domestic environment while maintaining different privacy levels. Vastu principles, daylight access, and natural cross-ventilation guide the spatial approach, using soft curved forms instead of rigid geometries. The site is enclosed on three sides, limiting direct light and airflow, so internal courtyards, skylights, and open balconies are introduced to improve environmental performance and connect interior and exterior spaces. The house is organized vertically across multiple levels: a flexible ground floor for multipurpose activities, a social first floor with shared living spaces and grandparents’ bedroom, a more private second floor with master and children’s rooms, and a terrace level functioning as an open recreational garden.

"Singh Residence by Hdeco (Habitat Design Collective) is located in Noida, , and explores the idea of a contemporary multi-generational in which grandparents, parents, and children share a common domestic environment while maintaining varying degrees of privacy. The project is informed by Vastu principles (vernacular Indian architecture principles), daylight access, natural cross-ventilation, and a spatial language defined by soft, curved forms rather than rigid geometries."

"The site is enclosed on three sides by neighboring properties, creating constraints for direct light and airflow while requiring compliance with local building by-laws and setback regulations. In response, the architectural strategy introduces internal courtyards, skylights, and open balconies to improve environmental performance and establish continuity between interior and exterior conditions. These elements draw daylight deep into the house and support natural ventilation throughout the spatial sequence."

"The residence is organized vertically across multiple levels, each corresponding to specific domestic functions and levels of privacy. The ground floor operates as a flexible multipurpose zone accommodating parking, indoor games, and open spill-out areas capable of adapting to gatherings, celebrations, and community events. The first floor forms the social core of the house, containing the primary living spaces, kitchen and dining areas, family lounge, puja room, and the grandparents' bedroom to ensure accessibility and daily interaction."

"The second floor contains the more private residential spaces, including the master bedrooms, children's room, and guest room. Each room connects to an individual balcony, reinforcing daylight access, ventilation, and an indoor-outdoor relationship. The terrace level functions as an open recreational garden designed for family activities and informal gatherings."

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