L'in Brick House

Located near Porur Lake in Chennai, Lin Brick House is a residence designed to embody the principles of slow, meaningful living. Rooted in cultural memory and contemporary relevance, the home serves a family seeking balance between fast-paced urban life and grounded domesticity. The project reflects a deep sensitivity to climate, context, and generational values. The design integrates passive cooling techniques, natural materials, and a composite structural system to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact. Key spatial features include a double-height courtyard, wind tunnels, traditional roofing systems, and a rooftop kitchen garden. Spaces are layered to accommodate varying levels of interaction and solitude, blending architecture, interior design, and landscape into a cohesive whole. Lin Brick House is more than a shelter. It is a system in harmony with nature and its inhabitants. Through material authenticity, spatial flexibility, and sustainable performance, the home redefines what it means to live well in the present while honouring the past.