
Project Name: "கீர்த்தம்" Keertham House
Completion Year: 2023
Gross Built Area (m2/ ft2): 1500 SQ.FT
Project Location: Coimbatore, India
Program / Use / Building Function: Residence
"ATHULYAM": A Minimalist Contemporary Residence
The KEERTHAM House is a tropical modern architectural design conceived for middle-income clients seeking a unique and visually appealing residence . This three-bedroom home harmoniously blends plain white walls with a concrete flying roof, creating a warm, inviting, sleek, and contemporary ambiance .









The exterior showcases a distinctive combination of concrete, white, and beige color shades, offering a striking visual contrast to traditional tropical designs. Wooden accents introduce warmth and stability, while the concrete flying roof and white walls exude a modern, sophisticated feel . This material interplay achieves a balanced and visually stimulating effect, resulting in a soothing and captivating atmosphere.
The ground floor is designed as the main living area, featuring ample parking, a front sit-out, and an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space, with a master bedroom at the rear . The first floor emphasizes practicality and functionality, with a central family space connecting two bedrooms . The second floor is dedicated to utility and services. Vertical connectivity is facilitated by a meticulously designed steel and stone staircase .
The living room is designed for relaxation, featuring sleek, built-in seating and large windows that flood the space with natural light . The dining space is ideal for entertaining, offering a large table and ample room for guests. The kitchen is equipped with top-tier appliances, generous counter space, and a modern design that is both functional and beautiful .
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Keertham House emphasizes energy efficiency, incorporating eco-conscious elements such as hot air stack ventilation through a double-height staircase, minimizing energy consumption and reducing environmental impact .
In summary, the Keertham House is an original design that seamlessly blends plain white walls and a concrete flying roof while prioritizing functionality, space optimization, and energy efficiency . This architectural creation exemplifies a successful collaboration between architect and client, destined to inspire pride in its owners .


Key Design Features:The Keertham House incorporates a number of key features
Tropical Modern Design: Designed for middle-income clients, the house offers a unique and visually appealing aesthetic
Exterior Aesthetics: Combines concrete, white, and beige shades to contrast traditional tropical designs, complemented by wooden accents for warmth and a concrete flying roof with white walls for a modern feel
Material Balance: Interplay of materials creates a visually stimulating yet calming atmosphere .
Functional Layout: Ground floor integrates living, dining, and kitchen areas, with a master bedroom at the back The first floor has a central family space connecting two bedrooms, and the second floor is for utility and services
Steel and Stone Staircase: A carefully designed staircase facilitates vertical connectivity
Relaxation-Focused Living Room: Features sleek, built-in seating and large windows for natural light
Entertaining Dining Space: Includes a large table with ample space for guests
Modern Kitchen: Equipped with top-tier appliances and generous counter space
Energy Efficiency: Includes hot air stack ventilation through a double-height staircase to minimize energy consumption
Seamless Blend: Combines plain white walls and a concrete flying roof while prioritizing functionality, space optimization, and energy efficiency




