Modern Urban Villa

Project Overview

The Modern Urban Villa is situated on a 40 ft × 60 ft east-facing plot in a mid-density urban area. With an approximate built-up area of 2,850 sq.ft distributed over two floors, the villa accommodates a multigenerational household. The plan integrates open social spaces, two master suites, a guest room, four bathrooms, and a Parisian-style kitchen. The façade and internal layout are designed to balance openness and privacy through courtyards, skylights, and zoning logic.

Nestled within an urban plot, this villa balances architectural sophistication with structural logic. The design is grounded in natural ventilation, inward-facing privacy, and clarity in zoning. Designed for a young couple with aging parents and visiting guests, it adapts across life stages while showcasing timeless materials and geometry.

Ground Floor Walkthrough

Entry & Social Zone

The villa opens into a double-height foyer, flowing into a sunlit living room oriented toward the internal courtyard. Adjacent is a compact dining area that directly connects to a semi-open Parisian kitchen — defined by black matte cabinetry, fluted glass shutters, and a terrazzo backsplash.

Guest + Utility Zone

The rear side houses a private guest bedroom with an en-suite bath and a discreet utility zone behind the kitchen. Service access is separate from the main entry, maintaining circulation clarity.

First Floor Design

Private & Flexible Living

The first floor is built around a central skylit void above the courtyard. The master suite opens into a small study and private terrace, while the second bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and a soft alcove window seat. A family lounge bridges both spaces, visually connected through a steel-and-glass railing.

Structural & Material Strategy

Engineered for Climate & Strength

The RCC frame structure uses 9" load-bearing external walls and 6" internal partitions. Beams are aligned in a regular 12 ft module to reduce slab depth, allowing natural daylight to filter deep into the house. Slabs over the courtyard and terrace use filler blocks to reduce dead load.

Material Palette:

• Exposed laterite stone façade with steel box lintels

• Natural Kota stone flooring inside

• Clay jaali screens for sun shading

• Wooden pergola over terrace deck

Key Takeaway

Thoughtful Structure, Meaningful Living

This villa reflects how responsive architecture can elevate lifestyle. Through thoughtful spatial flow and sustainable detailing, WhiteL delivers not just a structure, but a home that evolves.

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