Indian design studio 3dor Concepts creates the Slab, which is a family home located in the warm climate of Kerela. The defining feature is the wooden louver facade and the large roof made from concrete. The home rests on top of an elevated site in Taliparamba and overlooks views of its surrounding landscape.
3dor Concepts explains the design process, stating "Three things were decided in the initial visit. Utilise the stupendous views, build a properly shaded house from the heat of the sun and cover the house with layers of vegetation that will in turn bring down the temperature inside. The distinctive and long reinforced concrete roof slab is the main design component along with large brown wooden louvred doors covering the entire front facade of the house."
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3dor Concepts Designs the Slab Home in Kerela, India
Trend Themes
1. Wooden Louver Facade - The use of a wooden louver facade in residential architecture offers opportunities for innovative and sustainable design solutions.
2. Concrete Roof Slab - The incorporation of a long reinforced concrete roof slab in home construction presents possibilities for structural innovation and increased energy efficiency.
3. Elevated Site Design - Designing homes on elevated sites provides architects with opportunities to optimize views, mitigate environmental factors, and create unique design elements.
Industry Implications
1. Residential Architecture - The use of wooden louvers and concrete roof slabs in residential architecture showcases opportunities for eco-friendly home designs and improved energy efficiency.
2. Construction Materials - The demand for sustainable construction materials, such as wooden louvers and reinforced concrete roof slabs, presents growth opportunities in the construction industry.
3. Landscape Architecture - Designing on elevated sites and integrating vegetation into the architecture offers landscape architects the chance to create harmonious and sustainable environments.