Shikhara Residence

A slanting wall defines the structure, metaphorically referring to the hand that shields one’s eyes from the harsh Western sunlight. Extremely mindful of its context, the core of this structure lies in a patented construction technique that utilises building waste and the rocky terrain of Trivandrum hilltops. This sensitivity governs the temperature control, cross ventilation and the aesthetics of the traveller’s abode. The shuttered debris walls, perforated aluminium sheets, and the quaint terrace are some highlights of the project.