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Vernacular Architecture in India

Recently I visited a place in Konkan region in India. Kolad , on Mumbai-Goa highway. It  a lake side resort , it has a vernacular look with modern amenities. Here are some snaps..  Sit-out facing lake side.. Exterior face has stone cladding with lacquer finish. All the door windows are from local wood.  Floating room , on RCC columns . The roofing is done in MS Fabrication and thatching is done for the elevational treatment . It give a structure its vernacular look..and it looks amazing at night with lighting.  It has clear glass windows from all the four side, which give a feel of openness . Wooden bridge connects the cottage from the rest resort. Columns with stone cladding and thatched roof  give site-out a comfortable and cozy feeling.