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Timber pavilion at the edge of a still lake, reflected at dusk
Location
Ranthambore, Rajasthan
Year
2024
Typology
Retreat
Area
3,600 sq ft
Status
Completed

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Two timber pavilions raised on stone plinths, leaving the forest floor untouched beneath. Every window frames a tree that existed before the drawing did; the architecture defers, and the forest continues.

Forest elevation of the retreat among mature trees
East elevation in the treesFig. 01
Black-stained cabin volume between trunks
West pavilionFig. 02
Window seat looking into the canopy
Window seatFig. 03
Brick base of the plinth meeting the forest floor
Plinth detailFig. 04
Pavilion plan, 1:150
Pavilion plan, 1:150Fig. 05
The retreat across the water at last light
Last light, the lakeFig. 06
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