Studies showed a few years ago, that there were more than 3 million uninhabited houses in Kerala, that were simply left to decay. Besides, there are lots of two-storey houses in which old parents live on the ground floor. In such cases, extra income could be earned by renting out the upper floor. Moreover, it is a great way to ensure that there is always someone in the house where old parents live.
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Jomon and Gifty wanted a house that gave them consistent income when they decided to build a house at Ullur in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. They constructed a two-storey house in the 5-cent plot they owned. Each floor has been designed as separate houses with all the facilities. Meanwhile, the flat box structure is designed to suit the rectangular plot.
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The house in 2300 sqft has a car porch, sit-out, formal and family living areas, dining area, kitchen with a work area and two bedrooms. The same facilities are arranged on the upper floor too. Besides, a separate staircase is built outside to access the upper floor without harming the privacy of the family members.
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The interiors designed in the open theme look and feel vaster. The living-dining-kitchen areas are arranged as a single circuit. The minimal furnishing too helps in making the interiors look spacious. As a garden or landscape couldn’t be designed in the front yard due to space constraints, a quaint courtyard has been arranged in the dining area to add a charming dab of greenery. A sliding UPVC door in the dining area opens to this beautiful green spot.
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Building the bathroom beneath the staircase seems like a fabulous idea that helps in making the interiors space-efficient. Meanwhile, the dining table is placed on a small patch of floor paved with customised tiles. Besides highlighting this area, these designer tiles add a pop of colour here.
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There is ample storage area in the kitchen that boasts all modern facilities. The breakfast counter, meanwhile, is a cosy spot where you enjoy coffee or meals. The cabinets in the kitchen are done in marine plywood and laminate finish with wood and grey colour theme.
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Lots of wardrobes are arranged in the bedrooms on both floors. There are many people who believe that building a house isn’t a good investment as it doesn’t give any returns. However, this smartly designed house proves that your house surely could generate income if you plan well.
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Project Facts
Location – Ullur, Trivandrum
Plot – 5 cents
Area – 2300 SFT
Owner – Jomon and Gifty
Design – Design Diagonals, Trivandrum