overlapping white volumes compose compact house by rahul pudale design in india

Rahul Pudale Design sets Compact House in Belagavi’s old city

Rahul Pudale Design crafts Compact House, or Chougule Residence, nestled within the old city of Belagavi, India covering a modest plot measuring 6 meters by 9 meters. Situated in the market area, the site offered an opportunity to explore community living amidst urban vibrancy.

The challenge was to effectively utilize the compact site, maximize natural light, and accommodate commercial spaces on the ground floor while providing comfortable residences above. With shared walls on three sides, light filtering in from the east was the primary source.

The residential units were envisioned as interconnected spaces, crafted to enhance interaction and connectivity. Overlapping volumes were meticulously developed to create intimate yet open spaces overlooking the bustling streets below.

all images by Atik Bheda

Overlapping volumes achieve interconnection of living units

Upon entry, a narrow staircase leads to a triple-height living room flooded with natural light from above. The skylight provides openness, with all bedroom windows converging towards it. A fluted glass partition separates the kitchen, allowing light to filter through while ensuring privacy.

Adjacent to the living room, the double-height dining area serves as the focal point inviting natural light within the structure throughout the day. The staircase offers a playful element of surprise and exploration, teasing the senses as one ascends and revealing glimpses of the living and dining spaces. This playful interaction between different levels fosters a sense of connectivity and dynamism.

The upper floors accommodate private spaces including bedrooms and terraces, with wooden inserts seamlessly integrated into the concrete structure to serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. From framing windows to shaping staircases, each wooden element adds depth and character to the architectural composition. Compact House exemplifies Rahul Pudale Design‘s creative problem-solving and deep understanding of urban context.

Rahul Pudale Design introduces Compact House nestled in Belagavi’s old city

Compact House, or Chougule Residence, covers a modest 6×9 meter plot

situated in the market area, the project explores community living amidst the urban context

effectively utilizing the compact site and maximizing natural light were primary challenges

shared walls on three sides meant that light filtering in from the east was the primary source

residential units were crafted as interconnected spaces, enhancing interaction and connectivity

skylights provide openness, with living spaces converging towards them

the double-height dining area serves as a focal point, inviting natural light throughout the day

upon ascending, the central wooden staircase reveals glimpses of living spaces

private spaces feature wooden inserts seamlessly integrated into the concrete structure

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wooden capsule

staircase and TV partition

living room - kitchen partition

staircase

staircase

second floor bedroom

project info:

name: COMPACT HOUSE – Chougule Residence
architect: Rahul Pudale Design | @rahul_pudale

design team: Rahul Pudale, Soumya Patil, Atik Sangolli

structure engineer: Sagar Huddar

manufacturers: HYBAC, Kolher, Legrand, Saint-Gobin

lighting design: Rushabh Lighting

contractor: Rajesh Ankle

area: 205 sqm

location: Belagavi, India

photography: Atik Bheda | @atikbheda

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom