Elegant Box-Style 4BHK Contemporary Home Design – 1752 Sq. Ft. of Modern Harmony

In the ever-evolving narrative of contemporary Indian architecture, certain homes transcend utility and emerge as sculptural statements—clean, composed, and climatically intelligent. One such exemplar is this 1752 square feet box-style contemporary residence, masterfully orchestrated to combine visual geometry with functional elegance. Designed for a discerning urban family, this home is a celebration of modern materiality, layered volumes, and contextual design thinking.

🏠 Project Overview

Specification	Details
Total Area	1752 sq. ft. (163 sq.m / 195 sq. yd)
Ground Floor Area	1029 sq. ft.
First Floor Area	723 sq. ft.
Design Style	Contemporary, Flat Roof, Box Model
Bedrooms	4 (All with attached toilets)

✨ Architectural Philosophy: The Box Model Reimagined

At first glance, the home asserts itself with the quiet confidence of a contemporary box-model design. The architecture relies not on ornate detail, but on clean lines, strategic massing, and textural contrast to evoke visual sophistication. The sharp horizontal and vertical edges form a bold architectural language, softened by material warmth and landscaping accents.

The flat roof system, a key design choice, speaks to both minimalism and practicality. It provides clean elevation lines while also allowing for potential rooftop utilities—be it solar panels or future expansion.

🧱 Material Palette & Façade Composition

This residence stands out for its rich yet balanced material synergy. The core structure is finished in a crisp white exterior, which forms the perfect canvas for burnt orange brick cladding—used masterfully to define vertical planes and add textural depth. These natural bricks do more than look good; they offer thermal insulation and respond beautifully to Kerala's humid tropical climate.

Accentuating this are sleek black aluminum-framed windows—generously placed to allow cross-ventilation and natural daylight while upholding privacy. The glass balcony railing further complements the modern aesthetic, allowing uninterrupted views while enhancing the lightness of the upper floor.

 

📐 Layout & Space Planning

Thoughtfully zoned across two floors, this home balances private retreats with communal spaces, accommodating both solitude and sociability in its blueprint.

Ground Floor – 1029 sq. ft.

• Sitout
• Living
• 2 Bedroom Attached Toilet
• Dining Hall
• Kitchen
• Store
• 1 Common Toilet

First Floor – 723 sq. ft.

• 2 Bedroom Attached Toilet
• Hall
• 1 Common Toilet

💡 Exterior Lighting & Evening Appeal

When viewed at dusk, this house transforms under ambient lighting. Strategically embedded LED soffit lights illuminate the entrance canopy, balcony recesses, and base walls. This creates an inviting golden hue against the earthy bricks and stark white walls, adding a theatrical yet homely ambiance to the façade.

The warm glow emanating from the interiors through the louvered windows further softens the hard geometry of the form, suggesting warmth, comfort, and welcome.

🌳 Landscaping and Ground Integration

Even with a compact urban plot (195 square yards), the home doesn’t feel congested. Thanks to smart planning, there’s sufficient setback for a small landscaped garden, low-maintenance shrubs, and paved vehicular access. The minimal boundary wall with grill inserts ensures security without overpowering the visual openness.

🔍 Climatic Responsiveness

Every element of this house responds intelligently to its Kerala context:

• Overhanging roof slabs shield against heavy rain and sun.
• Louvered windows enable ventilation without sacrificing privacy.
• Brick cladding helps regulate internal temperatures.
• Flat slab roofing minimizes structural cost while offering a future-proofed surface.

🧩 Design Highlights at a Glance

• ✔ Flat-roof box-style massing
• ✔ Minimalist elevation with clean white & exposed brick contrast
• ✔ Glass balcony with recessed LED lighting
• ✔ Efficient 4BHK layout across two floors
• ✔ Ample natural light and cross ventilation
• ✔ Climate-responsive and low-maintenance materials

💸 Estimated Construction Cost

Depending on the finish level, location, and material sourcing, the approximate construction cost for this 1752 sq. ft. home in Kerala can range between:

₹31 lakhs – ₹36 lakhs
(excluding interiors and landscaping)
(At ₹1,750 – ₹2,050 per sq. ft. average rate in 2025)

📸 Final Thoughts

This 1752 sq. ft. 4BHK box-style contemporary residence is more than a house—it’s a design philosophy made tangible. It captures the aesthetic clarity of modern architecture, the practicality of Indian living, and the timeless appeal of natural textures. Whether you are a family of four seeking spatial comfort or a design lover drawn to clean geometry, this home offers a compelling blueprint for modern life in Kerala’s evolving residential canvas.

“A house is not just a place to live—it’s an evolving reflection of those who inhabit it.”

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For more info about this house, contact (Home design Malappuram)
Exado Design Studio
Mele Chelari, Malappuram, Kerala
Contact person : Nisam K Chelari
Ph : +91 9747 163 836
Email:nisamk916@gmail.com