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Residential Architecture
The Courtyard House
A private residence organized around a central courtyard, bringing daylight, greenery, and outdoor connections into everyday living.
Location
Sylhet, Bangladesh
Year
2025
Type
Private Residence
Area
380 m²
Scope
Architecture, Landscape
Status
Concept
Gross Area — 380 m²
[01]
Project Overview
The Idea Behind the Space.
The Courtyard House is a single-family residence organised around a planted central court. The brief asked for a home rooted in its landscape, with strong links between inside and outside.
[02]
Design Challenge
Understanding the Constraints.
Sylhet’s high rainfall and humidity demand careful attention to drainage, ventilation, and shade, while the family wanted privacy from a busy access road.
[03]
Design Strategy
A Direction Built Around the Brief.
All primary rooms face inward towards the courtyard, which acts as a light well and a natural cooling chimney. A continuous covered veranda links the spaces and provides shelter from monsoon rain.
[04]
Material & Detail
The Character Is in the Details.
Handmade brick, lime plaster, and reclaimed timber reflect regional building traditions. Gravel and native planting in the courtyard help manage rainwater on site.
[05]
Final Outcome
A Cohesive Spatial Experience.
The design creates a private, ventilated home where daily life revolves around a shared green heart. It shows how traditional courtyard principles can shape a contemporary residence.
