The Minaret House in India Revives an Old Tradition to Meet Technology
Mary Van Puymbroeck — June 24, 2017 — Art & Design
References: chaukorstudio & architizer
This intricate house in India features is a naturally ventilated home due to its 'Minaret' or 'Wind Tower.'
Minarets have been used in desert climates for centuries as a natural way to cool down a building. Hot air heats up quickly inside the tower and negative pressure at the top of the tower forces the hot air out and providing the home with constantly flowing air. What makes the Minaret House so innovate is its blend of traditional and modern building techniques and architecture. This contrast makes for a visually compelling structure that is also highly functional.
This naturally ventilated home looks geometric and harsh but but that is intentionally reflected from the environment in which the house stands. By blending tradition with technology, this home finds balance in its aesthetic.
Minarets have been used in desert climates for centuries as a natural way to cool down a building. Hot air heats up quickly inside the tower and negative pressure at the top of the tower forces the hot air out and providing the home with constantly flowing air. What makes the Minaret House so innovate is its blend of traditional and modern building techniques and architecture. This contrast makes for a visually compelling structure that is also highly functional.
This naturally ventilated home looks geometric and harsh but but that is intentionally reflected from the environment in which the house stands. By blending tradition with technology, this home finds balance in its aesthetic.
Trend Themes
1. Blend of Tradition and Modernity - Creating functional structures that blend traditional and modern building techniques and architecture, reviving old traditions and adapting them to contemporary living.
2. Naturally Ventilated Buildings - Developing building designs that incorporate natural ventilation systems for cooling and air circulation without relying on energy-intensive air conditioning units.
3. Environmentally Responsive Architecture - Adopting architecture that is responsive and considers the surrounding environment in its design, materials used, and construction techniques to minimize the environmental impact of a building.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Incorporating natural ventilation systems and environmentally responsive architecture techniques in building designs to create sustainable and functional structures.
2. Construction - Incorporating traditional and modern building techniques, eco-friendly materials, and innovative natural ventilation systems to create structures that are both functional and sustainable.
3. Real Estate - Developing and promoting energy-efficient and eco-friendly homes, with designs that blend traditional and modern building techniques and feature natural ventilation systems to create natural, healthy environments.
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