
OM LAKHINA (BRICK VEIL)
Completion Year: 2021
Gross Built Area (m2/ ft2): 5219 Square feet
Project Location: Tdi City, HUDA, Panipat,Haryana 132103
Program / Use / Building Function: Commercial Office Building
Brief and Introduction:
A contemporary residence articulated through a layered brick facade that balances solidity and porosity. The design reinterprets traditional brick craftsmanship into a modern language, creating a dynamic interplay of light, shadow, and depth while maintaining privacy within an urban context.
Innovative Features:
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Woven Brick Jaali: A sculptural facade element that creates visual depth and a constantly changing shadow pattern
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Layered Envelope Design: Combination of solid mass and perforated skin enhances both aesthetics and performance
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Framed Vertical Void: The balcony cut-out acts as a visual relief and spatial pause within the mass
Sustainability and Green Design:
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Climate-Responsive Jaali: Reduces direct solar gain while allowing ventilation and diffused light
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Thermal Mass Efficiency: Brick construction stabilizes indoor temperatures across seasons
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Reduced Energy Load: Optimized daylight penetration minimizes artificial lighting requirements
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Low-Impact Material Palette: Exposed brick reduces need for additional finishes and maintenance
