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BAGAD HOUSE
by Environ Planners
made with love in India
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Project Location : Canada Corner, Nashik, Maharashtra
Architectural Firm : Environ Planners
Principal Architect : Sanjay M Patil
Project Team : Anagha Patil, Archana
Plot Area : 5,521 sq. ft.
No. of Bedrooms :5
No. of Car Parks :3
Built-up Area : 4,000 sq. ft.
Timeline : April 2008 - May 2010
“Something hushed, serene, and restrained takes over
and gently pulls one into its trance. ”
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Introduction
The first impression of this house is site, the Bagad house makes
the deceptively simple composition a discreet yet tasteful impact.
of clean black and white lines However, as one crosses the
and planes that define the shell threshold and enters into its double
of the building. Minimal in form height entrance lobby, a quiet
and harmonious with palm trees transition takes place.
intermittently dotting the compact
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Concept
Line as an element in design has been
used in multiple ways to create 2
boundaries. This linear character gets
interpreted at various places throughout
the house in various different elements.
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Ground Floor Plan A House for All
The house thoughtfully caters to the privacy
gradient needed for a large joint family and
the needs of family members of various
age groups. Common activity pockets are
spread through all levels providing a cozy
sitting circle for time spent together.
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Staircase
The staircase is another focal point, strategically
located to form a natural stage to pause on the
cantilever, wooden treads and enjoy the spaces
around. Along the stairs, a suspended cuboid
emerges over the generous dining area adding a
new dimension to the space.
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First Floor Plan
Mood Board
Rustic textures in muted tones of
grey, beige and white, play along with
handcrafted furniture in woody browns
to create an unusual harmony of colour
and texture. Customised fittings and
fixtures ensure finger touch operation and
highlights the extent of detailing in design.
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Coconut Tree Courtyard
Play of light and a rhythmic flow of Interesting proportions are
solid and void guides one towards generated by doors and windows
the strong centre formed by the full reaching out to touch the sky with
grown coconut palm nestled within enhanced lintel heights, letting in
the house. A courtyard embraces this ample daylight.
tree making it an integral part of the
built space today.
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Terrace Floor Plan
Terrace
An elevator helps in easy movement
from the ground level right up to the
breathtaking terrace garden on the roof.
Raised flower beds, lush green lawns and
rustic wooden floors are all sheltered by a
wooden trellis providing a play of light and
shade.
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Traditional Touch
Discreetly tucked-in bedrooms at
two levels stay connected to the
common areas through zen views
provided by traditional louvered
wada windows.
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AA’
BB’
Sections
Section AA’ : Section through Courtyard
Section BB’ : Section through Staircase
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Conclusion
The positivity that engulfs the space
comes from its simplicity in form and
the unusually restrained use of materials
by the architect. And above all, the
presence of the tree within the house
and unbroken connection it creates from
the earth to the sky above is what makes
the space a truly magical experience.
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Unique Material Application
Roofing: Tata Steel
Tiles: RAK and Spanish-made Tiles
Facade Materials
01/ white-painted Color: Asian Paints
exterior
01 02
Bath Fittings: Grohe
02 / wooden louvers
Furniture: Viva Soul and Nivsarkar
Carpets and Rugs: RAGA Home Textiles from Mansi Gokhale
Hardware: Golden and Godrej
Modular Kitchen: Sunbird
Kitchen Sink: Sunbird
Laminate: Green Ply
Veneer: Green Ply
Ply: Green Ply
Stone: Granite
Key Contributors
Structural: Mr. Sanjay Ratnaparkhi
Flooring Materials Civil: Mr. Rajesh Kadam
Landscape: Ar. Umesh Wakle (Roots Designs, Pune)
HVAC: Mr. Manish Chhajed (Dakshyan Air Conditioning)
Electrical: Mr. Kailash Gadekar
Plumbing: Mr. Milind Shete
Photo Credits Ar. Atul Kanetkar
Artefacts Design
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