IHA Farmhouse

The material palette reinforces the connection to the site and sustainability. The structure is built using load-bearing Compressed Stabilised Earth Blocks (CSEBs) made from laterite stone quarry dust and basalt stone quarry dust, offering durability and thermal comfort. Filler blocks for the slabs incorporate terracotta pots, finished with lime plaster at the base to add structural strength and a distinctive exterior character. Terracotta roofing tiles add warmth to the roofscape, Tadelakt lime plaster creates smooth breathable finishes, and Kota stone adds natural elegance to the floors.The landscape design complements the architecture, creating a holistic environment. A planned Bogen Villa for the compound wall gives the boundary a strong identity. Within the courtyard, Champa trees are strategically planted to provide shade, fragrance, and seasonal character. At the periphery of the site, a Mango tree is placed to enhance the sense of place, offering visual depth, seasonal interest, and a connection to the wider landscape.Special detailing such as masonry bathtubs with lime plaster and cantilevered masonry beds further enhance durability, ease of maintenance, and a floating aesthetic, making the farmhouse a living experience where architecture, craftsmanship, nature, and sustainability coexist in harmony.

The IHA Farmhouse is conceived as a residence deeply integrated with its site, designed to respond sensitively to the natural contours of the landscape. The design embraces the existing terrain, allowing the architecture to emerge as a natural extension of the land rather than imposing upon it. This approach creates harmony between the built form and its surroundings, ensuring the home sits comfortably within its environment while maintaining ecological integrity. The farmhouse is organized into two staggered blocks arranged around a connected central courtyard. This arrangement creates visual interest and spatial intimacy while fostering connection between different living zones. The courtyard acts as the heart of the home, a shared open space that encourages interaction, enhances natural ventilation, and brings daylight deep into the interiors. The staggered layout responds to the contours of the site, minimizing earthwork and preserving the natural character of the terrain. Openness and continuity between indoors and outdoors are central to the design. Column-free overhangs and verandas extend every room outward, dissolving the boundary between interior and exterior. These verandas act as transitional spaces, sheltered, shaded, and directly connected to the landscape, enabling occupants to experience nature in varying light and climate conditions. They become living spaces in themselves, fostering a lifestyle in constant dialogue with nature.