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Indoor-Outdoor Home & Villa Designs

byVM ArchitectsStudios in HSR Layout & Kozhikode; Projects across India & DubaiStarts from140 ₹ per sqft of Built-up AreaView full gallery

I design homes that actively breathe, blurring the lines between your living room and the landscape. Using central courtyards, natural ventilation, and honest materials, I create spaces that feel alive with light and air.

At the heart of Khair Villa is this green courtyard with a skylight. A freestanding washbasin for the dining area is set amidst the plants, turning a daily routine into a serene experience.

The living area at Kayanattath House features custom wooden seating and a decorative partition, with a direct view and access to the internal courtyard, blurring the line between indoors and out.

This view from the living room at Kayanattath House shows the seamless transition to the courtyard through large sliding glass doors, which feature a stone wall and a vibrant red jali screen.

A look from the living space towards the entrance at Kayanattath House, where the open layout and wooden screen partition maintain a visual connection to the courtyard and other areas.

Looking from the courtyard back into the living room of Kayanattath House, this image highlights how the design creates a true indoor-outdoor living experience.

The full living space at Kayanattath, where light from the window and the adjacent courtyard fills the room. The design uses minimal furniture to maintain a sense of openness.

Another angle of the Kayanattath living room, emphasizing the large opening to the courtyard with its distinctive red jali wall, which adds color and texture to the view.

A video showcasing the courtyard at Khair Villa, a tranquil space with lush greenery, brick walls, and a comfortable deck chair for quiet moments of relaxation.

The transformation of the courtyard at Kayanattath House, from a construction site to a serene finished space with terracotta jali brick walls that allow for natural ventilation.

The living room at Gulmohar features a floor-to-ceiling glass wall that slides open to the garden, offering expansive views and merging the interior with the lush landscape.

About Homes That Breathe: Indoor-Outdoor Living

When I design these indoor-outdoor spaces, I focus on more than just the aesthetics. It is about how the house responds to the sun path and wind direction of your specific plot. That red jali brick wall you see in my gallery is not just for texture. It acts as a thermal buffer, letting fresh air circulate while filtering the harsh afternoon sun. It is a design choice that works as hard as it looks.

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