Courtyard House, designed by D'WELL, is a 920-square-meter residence located near Surat. It features a central sunken courtyard that plays a crucial role in both spatial organization and climatic regulation. The house is designed with an emphasis on integrating indoor and outdoor living, utilizing a concentric plan that opens up to a landscaped area. Traditional architectural elements, particularly from Chettinad-style homes, are adopted, focusing on thermal regulation through materials like sand-textured plaster and Kota stone. The design prioritizes passive cooling strategies suited for the region's humid climate.
The design adopts a concentric plan, using the courtyard as both a spatial and climatic organizing element, facilitating continuous visual and spatial connection.
The architectural language draws from traditional tropical housing, specifically early Chettinad-style dwellings, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
Material selections respond to context and performance, featuring sand-textured plaster and rough-cut Kota stone flooring for thermal regulation.
Semi-open transitional spaces throughout the residence support passive cooling strategies, crucial in the humid local climate, contributing to the home's sustainable design.
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