seascape
Set on a 14,300-square-foot beachfront site in Vypin, this 2,300-square-foot holiday retreat adopts a linear form inspired by its narrow sea-facing edge. Elevated on circular stilts, the two-bedroom home offers unobstructed beach views, flexible outdoor spaces, and a minimalist setting for family gatherings, seaside living, and creative pursuits.
Project Fact File:
Location: Kochi, Kerala
Built-up Area: 2,300 sq ft
Architecture Studio: From Around Here (@from.around.here)
Architecture Studio Location : Manipal, Karnataka
Email : work.fromaroundhere@gmail.com , reach.fromaroundhere@gmail.com
Design Team:
Ar. Shreya Daffney, Ar. Saran Babu, Ar. Amal Raphael, Ar. Anudipti
Photography & Videography: Nathan (@nathanphotos.in)
Contracting Team: Valluvassery Builders (@valluvasery.builders)
Year of Completion: 2023
Category: Residential Architecture and Interiors
To achieve a sleek flat roof, inverted beams are supported by circular columns with narrow nibs, creating a subtle floating effect. The ground floor also accommodates a private study and a large garden, preserving 85% of the site for greenery.
A shell-inspired open-to-sky washroom marks the transition from beach to home, while expansive views and abundant natural light shape the interiors. A double-height living area, mezzanine, library nook, and covered balcony are enriched by traditional Keralan craftsmanship and a warm palette of exposed concrete, natural stone, teak wood, and black granite.
A skylit corridor with a bay window connects two bedrooms featuring asymmetrical roofs, clerestory windows, and deep balconies. The master bedroom culminates in a corner balcony overlooking the ocean and surrounding landscape.
