Of Cocoons, Courtyards and Curated Frames!

Aman Sohal of the renowned studio Forum Advaita devises a curious cascade of experiences in this introverted home in Mohali, Punjab, aptly named the Cocoon House. Built for homeowners from an army background, the home plays an instrumental role in consolidating artefacts from their various travels while reflecting a lifestyle of opulence that is grounded in sustainability. 90 feet in depth, the south-west facing home accommodates two planning concerns seamlessly - its orientation and its linear plot. Using the depth to his favour, Sohal envisions experiences unfolding as one traverses the length of this 4500-square-feet villa, centred around a concealed […]