Large windows, open-light courtyards, and cross-ventilation elements are key features of Sidhu Residence, a post-modernist home. Indian studio Anudeep Bhandari & Associates made sure that function and form are on the same track, with both aesthetic and adaptability as hallmarks of North Indian living.
The home is oriented towards the south, allowing the summer heat to come in, but also keeps the home warm during winters. From here, temperature management remains a key aspect of the house — courtyards can be found in both the front and rear areas, distributing light and heat evenly throughout. Openable windows provide proper ventilation and air circulation, complementing the summer heat by allowing air to circulate within the house.
Brick is a dominant element on the exterior, a nod to the local brick kilns of North India. Large windows allow a peek into the interior. Still, the house remains solid and imposing, with equally sturdy flora like bamboo, Indian tamarix, and other indigenous plans adding to the aesthetic appeal.
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Photography © Purnesh Dev Nikhanj for Anudeep Bhandari & Associates