Italian design studio Kiron Cheerla Architecture finishes the Pott House which is a home located in Hyderabad. It is defined by its lantern-style roof which opens up to invite natural light and ventilation into the interiors. The Pott House takes over half of the garden plot which allowed the studio to create a lightweight gridded structure. The home's ground floor has full-height living and dining areas in the middle.
Founder of the studio Kiron Cheerla speaks to Dezeen about the design, stating "The design of the house was heavily influenced by the chosen wooden structural system, maintaining a single-story base with a smaller first-floor level. We strategically incorporated north-facing clerestory windows and skylights at the structure's peak to promote natural ventilation, enable passive cooling and achieve a desired aesthetic effect."
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Lantern-style Roof Designs
- The integration of lantern-style roofs allows for a seamless blend of natural light and ventilation, enhancing energy efficiency.
- Passive Cooling Architecture
- Utilizing passive cooling through architectural design reduces reliance on mechanical systems and aligns with sustainable building practices.
- Clerestory Windows
- North-facing clerestory windows provide ample daylighting and ventilation while creating unique aesthetic elements in modern homes.
Sectors Adopting This
- Sustainable Home Design
- Attention to natural ventilation and passive cooling is transforming traditional architecture into sustainable, energy-efficient living spaces.
- Architectural Lighting Solutions
- Innovations in design such as clerestory windows and lantern-style roofs are reshaping how natural light is utilized in residential projects.
- Eco-friendly Construction
- The use of lightweight gridded structures and passive cooling techniques is driving advancements in environmentally conscious building practices.
