Dwelling Reformed
A single family house (built in the 80’s) in a partial state of abandonment is acquired by new owners, who ...
Tag: Sri Lanka
Mount Crib
An architect’s own house is often viewed as an unparalleled opportunity to explore, and convert ideas into reality. For Architect ...
CWA Studio
New construction systems can be executed much faster than working by hand and the most basic technological solutions prove to ...
Lateral Infill
Located by the side of the main Nawala road, the site is a naturally sloping one; with a higher elevation ...
Beverly Street
Beverly Street is a family business that is driven by a passion for fashion, the goal being to provide affordable ...
Romance Valley
The Romance Valley is located in a mesmerizing setting of nature offering you breathtaking boundless views which is in Haputale. ...
Modular Learning Pods
As the case for several preceding community projects done by the Robust Architecture Workshop, this project aims a rural context ...
Robust Extents
The simple geometry of the robust form was devised to merge with the developing sub-urban context of Koswatte, Battaramulla. The ...
Café UFO
The hill country is heavily covered based on the stories of King Rawana. Rawana Ella (waterfall), Rawana Cave and mini ...
Urban Envelope
Sited in the vibrant city of Colombo is the ‘Urban Envelope’, the dwelling house of a metropolitan architect. With its univocal façade ...
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DHARMA HOUSE
Architects: Asokan Sritharan
Design Team: K. Haritharshana, M. Babishala & J. Nirupan
Location: Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2023
Structural Engineers: V. Sanathanan
Photographer: Asokan Sritharan
Dharma House in Jaffna blends ancestral memory, community spirit and sustainable living. Using local sandstone, Palmyrah timber, and open courtyards. It harmonizes nature, culture and architecture for a meaningful modern home.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 - https://archalley.com/dharma-house/
#SriLankaArchitecture #Jaffna #ResidentialDesign #SustainableLiving #HealingArchitecture #TropicalArchitecture #CommunityLiving #EcoFriendlyDesign #ArchitectureLK #NatureInspired #CulturalHeritage #ModernSriLanka
Sep 2
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹
Architects: CASAA – Contemporary Architecture Studio and Associates
Lead Architects: Isurunath Bulankulame
Design Team: Nisith Edippily
Location: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2024
Photographer: Eresh Weerasuriya
Nestled on a serene hill overlooking the iconic Kandy Lake and the sacred Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the tooth relic of the Buddha) in Sri Lanka, “The Trees” is a 27-room boutique hotel epitomizing tropical modernism and sophisticated minimalism.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 - https://archalley.com/the-trees-boutique-hotel/
#SriLankaArchitecture #Kandy #BoutiqueHotel #TropicalModernism #BiophilicDesign #SustainableTravel #ArchitectureLK #TravelSriLanka #HotelDesign #NatureInspired
Aug 19
𝗦𝗿𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 – 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗕
Architects: Arch International (Pvt) Ltd
Lead Architect: Chanaka Ariyaratna
Project Architect: Chameera Fernando
Location: Homagama, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2012
Photographer: Access Engineering PLC
Where science meets sustainability. SLINTEC Phase 1B blends cutting-edge research with eco-conscious design — from solar power to natural ventilation, it’s a blueprint for a greener future.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/sri-lanka-institute-of-nanotechnology-phase-one-b/
#SLINTEC #SriLankanArchitecture #GreenBuilding #LEEDPlatinum #SustainableDesign #InnovationInArchitecture #EcoFriendly #ArchitectureSriLanka #ModernArchitecture #DesignForFuture #SustainabilityInAction #ArchitecturalInspiration #Archalley
Aug 12
Architecture is not always created, it can be discovered! Dive into Glenn Murcutt’s world—where form is found, not forced.
Read More: https://archalley.com/glenn-murcutt/
#GlennMurcutt #ArchitectureQuotes #TouchTheEarthLightly
#Archalley #SustainableDesign #ArchitectsLife #DesignInspiration #ModernArchitecture #ArchitecturalDesign #ArchitectureLovers #BuildingWithNature
Aug 9
Zaha Hadid - The one who bent the rules of architecture itself.
From wavy roofs to gravity-defying curves, her creations feel alive, moving, and unapologetically bold.
#ZahaHadid #ArchitecturalInspiration #DesignWithoutLimits #Archalley
Aug 8
Something beyond the occupation.
Architect Kosala Weerasekara opens up about the real reason he still loves what he does — and it’s something every creative soul will relate to.
Watch the full video on Facebook & YouTube
#Archalley #ArchitectKosalaWeerasekara #KozysCanvas #ArchitecturalJourney #DesignExperience #SriLankanArchitecture #DesignWithHeart #ArchitectTalks #BehindTheDesign
Aug 7
𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗺
Architects: Jeyasara Architects
Lead Architect: Nirupan Jeyaratnam & Thanoshi Seneviratne
Location: Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2025
Photographer: T’ AURA Studios – Thadshan Yoges Archphotography
A home rooted in heritage and memory, blending traditional Jaffna elements with modern design. Vaulted ceilings, courtyards, and intricate woodwork create a serene space where legacy meets contemporary living.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/santhanabhavanam/
#Archalley #Santhanabhavanam #JaffnaArchitecture #SriLankanArchitecture #HeritageDesign #ModernLiving #ArchitecturalDesign #ContemporaryHome #CulturalArchitecture #ArchitecturalInspiration #DesignDetails #HomeDesign #ModernMeetsTradition #TimelessArchitecture #ArchitectureLovers #DreamHome
Aug 6
Rapid Fire with Architect Kosala Weerasekara
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#RapidFire #ArchitectKosalaWeerasekara #BehindTheDesign #ArchAlley #SriLankanArchitecture #ArchitectTalks
Aug 5
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