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Forest Home Temenos
The forest home in Kodaikanal takes inspiration from the idea of Temenos. The ancient Greek word translates as “a piece of land marked off from common uses and dedicated to a god”. It is intended to be a sanctuary, which once completed, it will be the permanent residence of two creative professionals.
The forest home is on one hand a celebration of the grandness of nature, while on the other a search for the quietness of introversion.
Typology
The stone walled courtyard creates this introvert retreat. It is located on a rocky outcrop in the middle of a forest. The courtyard opens with large vistas to the surrounding forest. On the side where the land drops down, a light timber clad pavilion, cantilevers over the edge. It enjoys spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The pavilion opens on two sides with deep verandahs to the forest. Along the long sides, timber shutters give the option to open or close to the Eastern and Western side, depending on the time of the day.
Project Data
Project Name
Temenos House
Location
Year
2010
Type
Themes
Context, Spatial Experience, Light, Typology
Status
Unbuilt
Design Team
Size
220 sq.m.
Program
an introvert forest home

View of cantilevered pavilion

Site view


Concept sketch

Sketch on panorama view of site

View of courtyard

View of exterior

Interior view of pavilion


Plan

Section AA

Section BB