13/12/2025
Project :
AHTISHAM Architect's _Associates
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Residence of Mr Assadullah
Site Location : Plot N #. 189-A2 FDA City Faisalabad.
SUSTAINABLE ZERO ARCHITECTURE
Design Explanation (Behind the Design):
This west-facing residence is carefully designed to respond to Pakistan’s harsh western sunlight, where architecture goes beyond aesthetics and addresses climate, emotion, budget, and functionality together.
Architectural Feel & Emotions:
The design reflects a sense of quiet confidence, strength, and balance. Clean lines, well-defined volumes, and controlled openness give the house a composed and timeless character.
Semi-open balconies and layered facades create a feeling of privacy without isolation, allowing the home to breathe while maintaining comfort.
Climate-Responsive Design (West-Facing Strategy):
Vertical fins / louvers are introduced to break and filter the intense western sun.
Deep projections and overhangs reduce heat gain and protect openings.
Windows are positioned to receive soft, diffused daylight rather than direct heat.
Facade & Natural Material Inspiration:
The facade uses earth-inspired tones such as off-white, warm beige, and dark stone textures, reflecting natural elements like soil, stone, and wood.
Wooden accents soften the elevation and add warmth and human scale.
Green landscaping supports both visual calm and temperature control.
Budget-Conscious Approach:
The project delivers a premium architectural expression within a practical budget by:
Using simple materials in a refined composition
Avoiding excessive ornamentation and focusing on form, proportion, and shadow
Ensuring low long-term maintenance
Signature by Ahtisham Architect's Samra Munir
