Valluvanad by Yuuga Designs

Nestled in a 15-cent plot with roads on its west and north sides, this 3100 sq. ft. residential project is a stunning example of how traditional Kerala architecture can blend seamlessly with modern minimalism. Designed with privacy, security, and natural light in mind .The two-story home boasts 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a dining room, a family room, a guest living room, patios, a sit-out, and a porch on the ground floor. Upstairs, there are two more bedrooms and a utility area, as well as a study area on the stair landing.

The interior of the house is where the Kerala tradition comes alive. Three side verandas serve as the focal point of the home's design, each with a specific purpose. The west-facing veranda serves as the primary entry and welcomes guests with its natural stone floor and wooden sitting . The south-facing veranda is a private gathering space for family and meditation, complete with lush greenery and a Buddha statue. The north-facing veranda serves as a secondary exit and leads to the nearby temple. So we maintaining a traditional look with its sloped mud roof, decorative tiles, turned wooden pillars and wooden ceilings. Also this space is treated with stone paving and lush gardens.

The interior of the house is designed to complement the three verandas, with cotta-colored and mud floor tiles, wooden ceilings, and custom-made wooden furniture that draws inspiration from Kerala's rich history. The presence of blue accents throughout the house adds a touch of character. While large windows and openings provide ample natural light and a fresh feel.

The exterior of the house is a stunning example of how traditional and modern can come together. The inclined mud roofing, exposed brick walls, and concrete finishes create a tropical feel. while the two-layered sloped mud roof and three side verandas protect the internal areas from Kerala's climate conditions like heavy rain during the monsoon and above 35 degree heat in summer days. The color palette features mud, brick, and concrete finishes with white walls and natural wood in ceilings and furniture.

This Kerala-inspired two-story home is a example of how traditional architecture can be seamlessly blended with modern minimalism.