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Mashrabiya Residence

  • Architecture
  • Residence
Design Team

Nikhil Marmat,
Mustafa Topiwala,
Murtaza Topiwala

Location

Indore, India

Total Plot Size

1500 sqft

status

Completed in 2021

Description.

Form Design Studio designed a bungalow in Indore which marries traditional family values of togetherness with its architectural shell.

Located in the heart of Indore, the Mashrabiya Residence is a 5BHK bungalow that redefines how urban homes can balance heritage, intimacy, and modern living.

Designed for a family of five, the house sits on a compact 1500 sq.ft. plot yet feels expansive and sunlit—an architectural response to the family’s vision of creating a home that nurtures connections and celebrates togetherness.

Features.

Courtyard
At the heart of the home lies a triple-height courtyard dining space, bringing natural light deep into the interiors. Large skylights and windows create a seamless connection between levels, while the open volume fosters interaction and togetherness across the family.
Volumes
The spatial planning revolves around interconnected volumes that allow movement, views, and light to flow throughout the house. Angled brick-clad walls, floating staircases, and double- and triple-height spaces create drama and depth, making the home feel expansive beyond its modest footprint.
Aesthetic Façade
The terracotta jali façade defines the residence, combining privacy with openness. It filters daylight into the interiors, casts intricate shadow patterns, and anchors the home in a timeless architectural language that balances tradition with modernity.

Function

The home’s defining feature is its terracotta jali façade, a modern interpretation of the traditional Mashrabiya screen. This porous skin filters light, casts intricate shadows, ensures privacy, and maintains a strong dialogue with the large community garden it overlooks.

Interiors

A Home Woven with Warmth

The interiors of Mashrabiya are designed to feel open, warm, and connected while maintaining a sense of calm restraint. Natural materials and handcrafted elements complement a clean architectural shell, creating an environment that feels both contemporary and rooted.

Custom terracotta lamps and artworks bring authenticity and a tactile richness to the spaces.
A palette of white walls and warm-toned flooring with traditional motifs balances simplicity with detail.
Thoughtfully framed openings connect bedrooms and living areas to terraces, and courtyard.
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Awards & Features

India Today Homes
Buildofy Homes
The Architect's Diary
Volume Zero
2021
2022
2022
2022

Client’s testimonial

Zainab Lokhandwala

Home Owner
Working with Form was such a reassuring experience. They really listened to us, guided us whenever we felt uncertain, and always kept our needs at the forefront. The kitchen, especially, has been designed with such usability and efficiency that it has become my favorite space. Their care for detail and the calm way they worked with us made the entire process enjoyable.

Moiz Lokhandwala

Home Owner
Form Design Studio showed immense patience and professionalism throughout our journey. What we love most is how thoughtfully every detail has been handled — from the furniture to the finishes, everything feels intentional. The triple-height courtyard is a space we never tire of; filled with daylight, it makes the whole home feel alive.
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