Selecting the Ideal Architectural Style for Your Home

Choosing the right architectural style for your home is an exciting yet important decision. Your choice not only shapes the aesthetic appeal of your property but also affects its functionality and long-term value. With so many styles to choose from, it can be tough to find the one that fits your vision and lifestyle. This post will explore key factors to consider when selecting the ideal architectural style for your home.

1. Contemporary Style

The most popular Architectural Style in the Industry as of now. It is characterized by Linear Designs, Open Floor Plans and Large Windows for more Ventilation and Airiness. Materials used include Concrete, Steel, Glass, Stone Cladding, Laminated Plywood, Italian Marble and UPVC Windows.

Some Contemporary Designs

2. Sloped Contemporary Style

This style has the same characterized as Contemporary but with Sloped Roofs and more Ornate Structures to Go well with the Sloping Roofs. Materials used include Concrete, Terracotta/Cement Roof Tiles, Shingles, Stone Cladding, Laminated Plywood and Wooden Windows.

Some Sloped Contemporary Designs

3. Traditional - Kerala Style

The traditional Architectural Style of Kerala centers around the concept of "Naalukettu" which is a Rectangular House with four blocks of rooms surrounding a central, open courtyard called the "Nadumuttam". Materials used include Laterite Blocks for Walls, Kerala / Mangalore Tiles for Roofing, Terracotta Tiles for flooring, Natural Wood for Interiors and Brass Fittings / accessories.

4. Traditional - Chettinad Style

Chettinad Style is similar to the Kerala Architectural Style and is centered around the Courtyard. Though similar to Kerala Style, Chettinad Houses are visibly different from their Kerala Counterparts. Materials used include Athangudi Tiles, carved wood and Brass fittings.

4. Mediterranean Style

Mediterranean style houses are highly influenced by the classic and elegant Mediterranean villas of the 1920s. With a blend of Spanish and Italian architecture, the Mediterranean villas were meant to give the impression of wealth, warmth, and relaxation, bringing the natural world inside.