Subject site: Residence - DHA Phase VIII Ext, Karachi
This house by the sea in Defence Phase VIII, Karachi, displays modern takes on a style known in architecture as ‘brutalism’, with its focus on light and other moods and characters created by concrete and other materials. The design feats of the house really elevate residential architecture of the time, as they work with many different design and craftsmanship textures on the walls and roofs to make the home engage the occupants with surprise and delight on every sweep of the eye and every turn of the body.
Play of light, one of the considered feats of design in this home, emerges as a resource. The natural light, captured by the large windows, and released by absorbed, reacted-with textures, make illuminated spaces and contrasting shadows. Surfaces contemporary to the present modern, and present to the future, of design craftsmanship.
Standard Concrete finish, cast in a gentle green hue, is a widely employed texture in the home. It affords the walls a rough and rustic, earthy feel, thereby anchoring the grounded finish. It strikes a powerful and peaceful atmosphere. The texture of the concrete provides a visual flow that draws the eye and promotes surface texture. Overall, the harmony of the design is enhanced by surface richness.
The main entry door is also a significant feature. It has a synthetic Rust finish that contrasts perfectly with the concrete textures. The door is a significant feature that provides the entry a bold focal point and a sophisticated ruggedness. It complements the modernistic, brutal character of the home, as the Rust finish provides a chic industrial warmth.
The vision came to life thanks to the Bluebird Textures and Effects team's collaboration with the architect. The team collaborated in the design and implementation of different textures through design and customer feedback. This teamwork helped ensure every texture was installed accurately, providing the desired look and function. Because of the team's skill in applying textures, the finishing touches were blended with the design, making the home an architectural wonder.
The house is designed so that every surface plays a specific function in establishing the mood of the room. The Bluebird Textures and Effects team and the architect's collaboration was essential for achieving the distinctive finishes that shape the unique identity of the home. The coalition crafted a space that is a striking visual to view, and deeply integrated with the environment, a living space that engages every occupant with the nature surrounding the home.
