TITLE: FLAT HOUSE RENTAL UNITS.
1. Vision & Core Concept:
The vision for this residential property is to create a highly efficient, modern, and self-sufficient urban dwelling that maximizes livability and functionality within a compact 10x12 meter footprint.
This three-unit rental property is designed to provide private, comfortable, and secure living spaces for small families or professionals, prioritizing smart design, cost-effective construction, and low-maintenance durability without compromising on style or essential amenities.
2. Architectural Style & Aesthetic:
The architecture embraces a contemporary utilitarian aesthetic, characterized by clean lines and a robust material palette.
The form is defined by a mono-pitch roof, a deliberate and cost-conscious design choice that also contributes to the building's modern, angular silhouette.
The exterior finish presents a sophisticated duality: a combination of painted rendered surfaces and a clear-varnished brickwork finish. This approach celebrates the raw texture of the brick while using crisp painted elements to create visual interest and a timeless, classic appeal that fits seamlessly into an urban streetscape.
3. Spatial Planning & Layout:
The structure is organized over three levels, efficiently serviced by a single, central staircase to ensure easy accessibility and to optimize the rental area on each floor.
Ground Floor: Dedicated to a self-contained double unit with a wall built-in ward rope, this space is enhanced with practical features tailored for convenience. It includes two dedicated parking spaces, a private storage room, and an external shed, offering unparalleled utility for a tenant requiring significant storage or workshop space.
First & Second Floors: These identical floors each host two distinct double-room units. The premium unit features a private balcony, a kitchenette,living room, common wash room, bedroom with a wall built-in ward rope and a defined dining area, creating a bright and airy living environment with a connection to the outdoors. The second unit on each floor is a well-appointed self-contained space with its own kitchenette, living room and dining area, providing all the essentials for comfortable living.
Roof Level: The flat roof section, concealed behind parapet walls, is a functional platform designed to discreetly house essential utilities such as water holding tanks, ensuring the architectural form remains clean and uncluttered.