Overhangs in Goan houses protrude outwards by several centimetres and may extend to a metre or more. Temporary overhangs were traditionally made using palm-leaves (Fig. 9) and were usually mounted every year before the monsoon season. Some owners have now chosen to replace traditional overhangs with metal-sheets (Fig. 10). Figure 9.

2023年7月27日 · Back in the day, coconut palm mat weaves adorned balcaos (balconies) and porches of Goan houses, giving a rustic, cool and breezy ambience. This was gradually replaced by the jarring plastic sheets in bright hues, which were easily available, convenient and durable.

Discover how traditional Goan houses incorporated natural materials like coconut wood and palm leaves for flooring and ceilings, creating a harmonious blend with the surrounding environment. Witness the fascinating amalgamation of Indian and Portuguese architectural influences that unfolded over centuries.

2021年11月27日 · A brushed-metal artwork of palm leaves in varying shades of green and brown sits on the wall behind the dining table. “Revati was vehemently against anything framed or modern that would remind people of city life and this was a chance find on Instagram that instantly felt perfect for a timeless yet surprisingly modern effect,” says Charles.

2020年6月8日 · T ucked away in the midst of a lush green forest in Carona, a small Goan village, stands the Carona House, an unusual ‘cascading’ villa with no walls. Home to Catherine and Richard Maddison, the sustainable home with an outdoor infinity pool, overlooking the rolling hills of Chorao Island is an architectural marvel created by architect Ini ...

Most Goan houses standing today were built between the 18th century and the early part of the 20th century. They display a mix of neo-Classic and neo-Gothic styles. The following factors affected house design in Goa: Protecting oneself from the fierce monsoon was the basis of architectural form. The architectural style of Portuguese-built churches.

Discover Goa's unique blend of Konkan and Portuguese styles in its houses. From traditional Konkan homes to elegant Portuguese houses, immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural fusion Enquire

2025年2月22日 · Located in Salvador do Mundo, North Goa, this museum offers a fascinating look at the evolution of Goan houses through time, making it an ideal destination for history and architecture enthusiasts. Stay at this restored Indo-Portuguese house in Benaulim

The offering of its leaves is a mandatory ritual of worship of Vishnu and his forms like Kishna and Vithoba. The traditional festival “Vadhli Diwali’ or Tulsi wedding is also held in the Raaj aangan.

2025年2月18日 · My favourite entry is the Harvalkar House in Brahma Karmali, precisely because it’s not the cupcake you would encounter in a conventional photography book. Harvalkar House is the home of Lakshmi and Vishnu, a “working-class” couple. Vishnu makes palm frond brooms, while Lakshmi was an agricultural worker.