Ar. Malaksingh Gill


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avatar



Malad, Mumbai



Built inspired by the 'Laurie-Baker' style of architecture, Avatar was featured in

the India Today magazine as the first eco-friendly house in Mumbai.

The house draws its form from the peculiar form of the site, with the functions

arranged in a compact, but efficient manner.


Area: 2000 sq.ft



VIEW FROM ENTRANCE



VIEW FROM THE COURTYARD



BEDROOM VIEW



VIEW FROM THE CORridor



VIEW OF LIVING ROOM



COURTYARD VIEW



BEDROOM VIEW






BATHROOM VIEW






STUDY AREA






BEDROOM VIEW



Location



Malad, Mumbai



Macro Climate



Hot and humid climate with heavy rainfall.



Site context



Located within the city limits, with an access road to the north.



features



staircase design



A unique design for the staircase consists of an open well spiral staircase with cantilevering composite treads of wood and stone. Brick corbels support the treads, while counterweights provide additional support from outside. The stone and brick walls and their thicknesses have also been designed according to the staircase.



FILLER SLAB



A sloping R.C.C. Filler slab has been provided. The slope takes care of draining off the heavy rain, while the fillers ensure a thermally cool, lighter and therefore cheaper slab.



BRICK JALIS



Brick jalis fitted with glass bottles provide indirect lighting and a stained glass effect, lending a distinct aesthetic to the spaces



Bay windows



Providing built-in setas and additional opportunities for cross ventilation, through small openings under the seats



Malaksingh Gill | Architect



04-Ground Floor, Mahim House Building, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg, New Moghul lane, Mahim (W), Mumbai - 400016 | Tel: 9820442390 | architectmalaksingh@gmail.com