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about esheric house and bangladeshi house chaabi

1. CASE STUDY The Esherick House CHAABI HOUSE

2. Dreamscape 1 The Esherick House is a notable architectural landmark located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Designed by the American architect Louis Kahn in 1961, the house is a prime example of Kahn's unique approach to modernist design. It was commissioned by the artist Wharton Esherick , a well-known woodworker and sculptor, for his own residence. The Esherick House

3. Louis Kahn developed a distinct and original style that was characterized by: the use of simple geometric forms typical for modernist architecture. the  brutalist monumentality of the buildings . the use of simple, traditional materials such as brick, concrete, and wood . the importance of providing natural light . the pronounced division between servant (for example, staircases, vents, elevators) and served spaces (spaces that served the primary function of the building, such as offices). LOUIS KAHN

4. KEY FEATURES Large floor-to-ceiling living room window wall. Asymmetrical, purposefully placed windows. Natural wood and concrete materials. Dynamic use of light and shadow. Separation of "served" and "servant" spaces. Integration with the surrounding landscape. Custom kitchen by Wharton Esherick .

5. Dreamscape 2 The site orientation of the Esherick House is a key aspect of its design and plays a crucial role in how the house interacts with its natural surroundings. Louis Kahn thoughtfully considered the relationship between the building, the landscape, and natural elements such as light and views. Here are some important aspects of the site's orientation are like Integration with Nature ,Light and Ventilation, Spatial Layout , Private vs. Public Spaces, Respect for Topography 204 Sunrise Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19118, United States

6. Dreamscape 3 The Esherick House floor plan, designed by Louis Kahn , focuses on a few key concepts: Open Layout : The design emphasizes flowing spaces with no rigid divisions, allowing public and private areas to feel connected yet distinct. Public vs. Private Spaces : Public areas (living and dining) are oriented to face the natural landscape, while private areas (bedroom, study) are more secluded. Light & Views : Large windows allow natural light and offer views of the surrounding woods, integrating nature into the home. Levels & Topography : The house takes advantage of the sloped site with slightly elevated levels , enhancing privacy and connecting the house to the land. Materiality : The use of wood, brick, and concrete ties the house to its environment, with wood reflecting the artist’s craftsmanship. The plan reflects Kahn’s focus on space, light , and the relationship between indoors and outdoors . PLAN CONCEPTS

7. Dreamscape 4 The zoning concept of the Esherick House separates spaces into public , private , and service zones : Public Zone : Includes the living room and dining area , oriented toward the natural landscape for social interaction and views. Private Zone : Features bedrooms and study , located in more secluded areas for privacy. Service Zone : Contains the kitchen and utility spaces, positioned between public and private areas for functionality. This zoning creates a balance between openness, privacy, and a strong connection to nature. ZONING CONCEPT

8. Dreamscape 5 Louis Kahn’s Esherick House integrates light and views through carefully placed windows. A large living room window wall floods the space with light and frames the outdoors, while smaller apertures provide intimate glimpses of the landscape. Shadows enhance the sculptural quality of interiors, and the changing light throughout the day animates the spaces. Kahn balances openness with privacy, creating dynamic connections to nature while maintaining an intimate atmosphere. Light and Shadow : Kahn is known for his masterful manipulation of light, and the Esherick House features strategically placed windows and openings to create dynamic light patterns throughout the day.

9. CHAABI House  The design was intended for the residence of a family. With its transitional layers of indoor-outdoor spaces, the residence offers generous spreads of filtered daylight glazing through the interiors. It intended for people to look for the unknown and ask from the unknown. Hence, the residence was named CHAABI, meaning wanting something in Bengali. Architects:  EKNC ,  SYSTEM Architects Area:  1035  m² Year:  2023 Rupganj Upazila ,  Bangladesh

10. PLAN CONCEPT The house's design emphasizes openness and harmony with nature. The main entrance welcomes guests, while other entrances blend with the surroundings. The ground floor includes bedrooms, a home theatre, dining room, swimming pool, gym, guest room, kitchen, and staff room. A water body beside the living room, open to the sky, connects directly to the house. The south opening offers views of nature and the calmness of the south wind. A narrow walkway along the water body leads to a large open space, creating a transition from intimacy to expansiveness.

11. The south opening offers views of nature and the calmness of the south wind. A narrow walkway along the water body leads to a large open space, creating a transition from intimacy to expansiveness.

12. LIGHTS VENTELATION VIEW

13. On the first floor, there's an intimate family area where rain can be relished and a door that opens to the outdoor area where one can sit and cherish the rain. Besides that, a guest room, kitchenette, and a long corridor lead to various spaces, such as the family living room, where there is a space called address-desk. It's an elevated wooden stage with three microphones to give speech. Then there are a few bedrooms and a study room. The master bedroom is especially celebrated with a stair connecting it to the open field.

14. The use of materials reflects the architecture of the residence. Portraying an iconic but sensitive use of concrete for walls and ceilings and Mahogany wood for doors-windows exhibits the materials' versatility to their fullest. The use of glasses with no grills allows to enter filtered glazing sunlight. Matte tiles were used in floors, giving a subtle finish. MATERIALS

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