Nikunjo Residence is a single family quadruplex residence located at Nikunjo residential area. This zone of the Dhaka city has a predetermined height limitation of maximum 12.19 m (40 ft.) on buildings due to being in the close proximity of the international airport according to aviation rules. The building plot itself is compact moreover the imposed height restriction brought on a challenge in developing a design incorporating all of the client’s requirements.

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The design team analyzed the possibilities and blueprinted a minimalistic contemporary approach with concrete and brick as the primary building materials assisted with works on the façade and large glass-clad openings. In respect to the aviation policy, the house was designed in 4 levels with an addition of a basement. The ground floor consists of guard room, parking, shaded drop-off, entrance lobby, an expansive dining hall, kitchen, service toilet, two verandahs, storeroom and two staircases; one leading to the upper floors and the other to the basement only.

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The basement stair is a linear staircase at the eastern side within a triple height void space adjacent to a full height glass façade. Below the stair is a water body that connects the basement interior to the ground floor exterior. The basement is the formal living space which is also designed to serve as a fully organized home theatre. Sunlight entering from the staircase façade bounces upon the water surface and the continuous soft plopping of the reflective pool generates a tranquil ambiance to the environment. The building was geared with multiple balconies, verandahs and terraces; each playful and unique in character, equipped with various vegetation and plants which speaks of the Client’s love for nature. The changing directions of sunlight add a mischievous look to the building with light peeking from among the plantation.