Layered masses define PROJECT RESIDENCE_BB 214’s architecture
Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio organizes PROJECT RESIDENCE_BB 214 in Ludhiana, India, as a composition of restrained volumes and calibrated voids. The design emphasizes spatial sequencing, proportion, and the controlled use of daylight, allowing the experience of the house to unfold gradually through movement and changing light conditions.
The residence is structured as a series of layered masses that negotiate openness and privacy through setbacks, screens, and spatial shifts rather than solid partitions alone. Circulation becomes a means of revealing the architecture incrementally, with filtered daylight entering indirectly and producing subtle variations across surfaces throughout the day.
A vertically connected living space forms the core of the plan. Within this central void, a sculptural stair operates as a spatial connector between levels, integrating circulation into the architectural framework. Double-height volumes expand the interior vertically while framing selective views of the sky and surrounding landscape.
all images by Nakul Jain
Minimalist Studio experiments with Light, shadow, and scale
The material palette is limited and tactile, consisting primarily of concrete, stone, light-toned wood, and textiles. These materials are applied with attention to proportion, surface continuity, and junction detailing. Edges and transitions are carefully resolved, reinforcing clarity of form over decorative treatment. Built-in furnishings and custom elements are integrated into the architecture, maintaining consistency across spatial and functional components.
Private areas are positioned deeper within the plan, where reduced openings and moderated light levels create a more enclosed atmosphere. Bedrooms are defined by subdued contrasts and controlled illumination, providing spatial separation from the openness of shared living zones.
Throughout the project by Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio, architectural expression is guided by measured interventions. Light, shadow, and form are used as primary design tools, establishing a cohesive residential environment shaped by proportion, material continuity, and spatial restraint.
the house reads as a composition of stacked planes and recessed volumes, balancing openness and enclosure
layered slabs extend domestic life into shaded, open-air spaces
layered facade articulated through solid and void, creating depth, shadow, and visual privacy
a filtered threshold where screens soften daylight and mediate the exterior edge
large openings frame views and light, dissolving boundaries between interior and exterior
neutral materials and soft light shape a living space defined by restraint
a sculptural staircase rises as a central element, shaping movement and visual connection across levels
light enters indirectly through a calibrated opening, animating the interior with shifting patterns and shadows
a linear passage framed by screens and glazing, allowing movement, light, and air to flow through the house
vertical circulation is treated as an experiential pause, with light guiding movement
concrete and stone define the primary structural surfaces, while light-toned wood introduces material contrast
custom-crafted furniture elements echo the project’s material palette, reinforcing a cohesive spatial language
project info:
name: PROJECT RESIDENCE_BB 214
architect: Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio | @studio.minimalist
area: 6870 sqft
location: Ludhiana, India
lead designers: Samridh Aneja, Anima Aneja
design team: Samridh Aneja, Anima Aneja, Arshdeep Singh, Abhijeet Kalsi, Karishma Narula
interior design: Samridh Aneja, Anima Aneja
interior styling: Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio
structure: Thirdspace Consultants
lighting design: Studio Lightscapes
acoustic design: Anterbox
landscape design: Asl Landscapes + Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio
automation: Akubela
visualization: Infinity Studio, Minimalist Architecture & Design Studio
PMC: Ayush Taneja
suppliers: Tapmasters, Deluxe Lights, Kashish Furniture, Naveen Bharat Furnishings
carpentry: Sr Interiors
manufacturers: HANS GROHE+ FIMA CARLO FRATTINI, ART-N-GLASS, ASTRONEA ITALIA, Arte, Cortizo, Daikin, Flos, NILAYA ANTHOLOGY, Norisys, SCIC ITALIA
tiles: Kronos
photographer: Nakul Jain
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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom
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