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Riverway Residence Residential House

Riverway Residence Residential house is an exemplary architectural project that masterfully blends vernacular architecture with contemporary design sensibilities, completed in 2017 in Vadodara, India. This residential structure, spanning a built-up area of 278.7 square meters on a 371.60 square meter site, demonstrates a sophisticated interpretation of traditional Indian architectural elements through modern technological applications. The design, conceptualized by architect Nitin Bhardwaj, is distinguished by its minimalist approach and thoughtful integration of traditional spatial concepts, particularly evident in its Vastu-compliant layout centered around a Brahmasthan (central courtyard). The facade presents a harmonious geometric composition combining brick and textured stone, while the interior spaces feature a remarkable interplay of beige backgrounds accentuated by wooden elements and Indian stone details. Notable architectural features include wooden jaalis in the traditional courtyard, cantilevered window ledges reminiscent of historical jharokas, and an innovative glass walkway supported by wooden members that traverses the central portion of the house. The project, which earned recognition with an Iron A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category in 2018, exemplifies excellence in spatial efficiency and functional design. The residence's distinctive features include a cantilevered staircase with wooden treads and suspended ropes adjacent to the kitchen, demonstrating the architect's commitment to combining aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. The design successfully addresses the challenge of creating a Vastu-compliant structure while maintaining contemporary sensibilities, achieving a seamless integration of traditional elements with modern living requirements.

Contemporary residential architecture, Vastu-compliant design, Traditional courtyard integration, Minimalist interior design, Sustainable building materials, Modern Indian architecture

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