Vadje House
Dindori, Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Architecture | Residential
2022
 

Set amidst the quiet farmlands of Dindori, the Vadje House by RM+H Architects is a thoughtful response to its landscape and climate. The home is built using the rat-trap bond brick technique, which allows the walls to breathe while improving thermal comfort. This method gives the house its distinct texture and warmth, while also keeping it naturally cool through Nashik’s long summers. The design reflects an understanding of traditional craftsmanship, translated into a contemporary architectural language that feels rooted and timeless.

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The spatial experience of the house unfolds through layers of openness and light. Double-height living areas flow into triple-height courtyards, creating a sense of volume and movement. These courtyards help in cross ventilation, allowing hot air to escape and fresh breezes to circulate freely. Open verandahs extend from the main living zones, acting as shaded transitions between indoors and outdoors. They protect the interior from harsh sunlight while framing calm views of the surrounding fields. The sloping roofs feature carefully placed glass openings that filter in daylight and bring changing patterns of shadow throughout the day.

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Materiality plays a quiet but powerful role in shaping the experience of the house. Brick, stone, and exposed concrete have been used in their natural state, blending softly with the earthy palette of the site. Every surface feels honest and alive to touch, reducing the need for artificial finishes. Vadje House is more than a residence; it is an experiment in passive, climate-sensitive architecture that values comfort and sustainability over excess. In its stillness, the house mirrors the rhythm of rural life while expressing RM+H Architects’ larger commitment to building responsibly and contextually within Nashik’s landscape.

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