Achur Villa

Basra, Iraq – 2021

Scope of work

  • Architecture

Located in Basra, Iraq, this family house respects local tradition and culture. The narrow façade with adjacent side neighbours challenges the residents to find privacy without geopordising light and ventilation thoughout the house.

An Iraqi family of 4 looking to build their forever home

typology

  • Residential

area

lot size

  • 660 sqm

built-up area

  • 1315 sqm

floors

  • G+2

ground floor – 456 sqm

  • reception
  • men’s diwan
  • female’s diwan
  • lobby
  • dining + washroom
  • family room
  • guest bedroom + bathroom
  • hot + cold kitchen

first floor – 456 sqm

  • family + study room
  • his +her bedroom + bathroom suite + dressing room
  • 4 bedroom +2 shared bathroom
  • laundry + sauna +steam room
  • maid’s room + bathroom

second floor – 403 sqm

  • 4 studio suites
  • living + kitchinette + bedroom + bathroom

outdoor amenities

  • garden + pool + parking
  • terraces+ balconies

structural engineer

electrical engineer

Mechanical engineer