DARU'S RESIDENCE

LOCATION: PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA

LAND SIZE: A PLOT

DESIGN YEAR: 2023

CLIENT: MR DARU

CONTRACTORS: FRONT POINT PROPERTIES & CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS: CHii ARKEETECTS

STRUCTURAL ENGR.: ENGR. JOE

ARCHITECTURAL STYLE: TROPICAL NIGERIAN ARCHITECTURE

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

In a collaborative venture with Front Point Properties and Construction, our firm undertook the task of conceptualizing a distinctive single-unit stand-alone duplex for Mr. Daru. Originally inclined towards a Temperate architectural style, our team, mindful of the long-term challenges posed by this choice in the high-rainfall environment of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, counseled Mr. Daru to embrace our signature Tropical Nigerian Architecture, ensuring durability and aesthetic harmony with the local climate.

DESIGN INFO

The resultant design embodies the essence of a tropical haven, featuring:

• Bedrooms, each exquisitely en-suite.
• A spacious living room and dining area exuding warmth and comfort.
• An enticing outdoor swimming pool area adorned with a charming pergola.
• State-of-the-art and expansive kitchens catering to both practicality and elegance.

MATERIALS

Given the climatic considerations, the roofing material chosen is either short or long-span aluminum roofing sheets, offering resilience against the region’s frequent and intense rainfall. The walls, a fusion of regular Sand Crete blocks, are meticulously finished with paintings, wood wall paints, and marble wall paints on plastered walls, embodying both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity. The flooring, designed for enduring public usage, is adorned with vitrified floor tiles, ensuring a seamless blend of durability and aesthetics throughout the building.

This collaborative effort stands as a testament to our commitment to marrying client preferences with architectural expertise, resulting in a residence that harmoniously integrates with its surroundings while meeting the highest standards of design and functionality.