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Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab

Architecture

14-05-2026

Photographer : Jenseer Photography

Text provided by Architect

‘SREELAKOM’ is designed for a family of three, envisioned as a home that respects the memory of the past while accommodating contemporary living. The project emerged from the site’s history, where a 150-year-old house once stood. Due to severe termite infestation and structural deterioration, the old structure had to be carefully dismantled.

Rather than discarding its remnants, the design approach focused on salvaging and reusing as many materials as possible, allowing the new house to carry forward the spirit of the previous dwelling. Elements recovered from the demolished structure particularly aged timber members were meticulously restored and incorporated into the new architecture.

The reclaimed wood, rich in patina and history, was used to its fullest potential in structural elements, doors, windows, and interior details, bringing warmth and authenticity to the spaces.

Trivandrum,kerala,india

Architects : A.Rated.Creators.Lab
Area : 1600 sq. ft.
Year of Completion : 2026
Website : https://www.instagram.com/a.rated.creators.lab/?hl=en

Exterior view of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Sitout of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Living room of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Living room of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


TV Unit of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab

Reclaimed wooden window shutters from the earlier house are repurposed to create the TV unit, celebrating the material’s age and character. The weathered timber adds warmth and preserves a subtle memory of the former structure.


Living to Dining view of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Dining to Living view of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab

The external and internal walls are constructed using Porotherm Blocks, selected for their durability, thermal efficiency, and environmental benefits. Their hollow clay structure provides effective insulation, reducing heat transfer and helping maintain cooler indoor conditions. The lightweight blocks also reduce structural load and allow faster construction improving thermal while and acoustic comfort within the house.


Dining of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Dining to Kitchen view of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Kitchen of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Kitchen of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Hand wash nook of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Courtyard of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Pooja Unit of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab

The pooja unit and almirah are created using reclaimed wooden window shutters recovered from the earlier structure on the site, giving new life to the original materials while preserving their character.

The unit is designed as a simple cabinet, allowing the shutters to become the focal element. The contrast between the reclaimed timber and the surrounding wall surfaces highlights the craftsmanship of the old material.


Passage to bedroom of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Bedroom 1 of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Bedroom 1 of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Bedroom 1 of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Bedroom 2 of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Bedroom 3 of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab


Night exterior view of Sreelakom by A.Rated.Creators.Lab



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architecture
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residential-architecture
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1000-to-2000-sq.ft
india
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