Sketch Design Studio has completed a rural residence in north India that combines a highly ordered facade with a rustic stone interior.
Located near the Aravalli mountains in Rajasthan, the two-storey Stone House is built from stone blocks sourced from local demolition sites.
The stone walls are rendered in mud and lime plaster
The walls are rendered externally in mud and lime plaster. This provides a smooth and even finish, emphasising the linearity of the various ground-floor window bays.
The irregularity of the stone is only revealed inside the house, where it is left exposed on a series of feature walls and arches.
A spiral staircase leads up to the first-floor roof terrace
Sketch Design Studio founder Shipra Singhania designed Stone House for a couple whom she said "have long been our neighbours and cherished family friends". Following the Covid-19 pandemic, the couple decided to swap their apartment home in Alwar for a residence that would allow them to grow their own food and reconnect with nature.
The recycled stone is left exposed on select interior walls
"They set their sights on a farm located on the outskirts of the city, envisioning a small yet inviting home that would serve as their sanctuary and a gathering place for family and friends," Singhania explained.
The design showcases Singhania's interest in building with natural, non-toxic materials, as she previously did with the Dezeen Award-winning Mud House and the more recent project, Hybr...