The scope of this project was to design a new residential building extension attached to the existing structure, ensuring proper planning, structural coordination, and a refined front elevation approach with a classic architectural look.
Manshi Khutia, Bihar
Er. Uday K.
1,630 SQ.FT
Started: 2025 - Ending: 2026
The site is a long, narrow plot surrounded by dense residential construction. The existing house, modest in scale, forms the base for expansion. Instead of demolishing and rebuilding, the approach focused on retaining the existing structure and extending it efficiently.
This demanded a design strategy that respects the old while introducing the new seamlessly.
The floor plans reveal a linear planning approach, where spaces are organized along the length of the plot. This ensures optimal use of available area while maintaining functionality.
The design carefully balances compactness with usability—critical for such plot conditions.
One of the most important aspects of this project is the integration of new structural elements with the existing building.
This coordination ensures that the extension is not just visually connected but structurally sound.
The front elevation is where the project truly transforms. While the planning is modern and functional, the façade adopts a classic architectural language.
This approach elevates the visual identity of the house, making it stand out in a dense neighborhood while maintaining cultural familiarity.
This project demonstrates how constraints can lead to creative solutions. By respecting the existing structure and carefully extending it, the design achieves:
It is a perfect example of how architecture can evolve with time while staying rooted in context.
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The scope of this project was to design a new residential building extension attached to the existing structure, ensuring proper planning, structural coordination, and a refined front elevation approach with a classic architectural look.
Retaining the existing structure helped in:
Some key challenges included:
A linear planning approach was adopted where spaces are arranged along the length of the plot. This ensures:
The new structure is structurally aligned with a proper column grid system, ensuring:
The front elevation follows a classic architectural style, featuring:
Ventilation is improved through:
This ensures comfortable indoor living conditions despite site constraints.
