Project name: House in Tvaladi
Design firms: NS STUDIO
Architects: Nini Tchanturia – Luka
Location: Village Tvaladi, Kaspi region, Georgia
Photo: Grigory Sokolinsky
Year: 2023
Project description from design firms NS STUDIO
A recently completed private residence in the village of Tvaladi brings together contemporary architectural forms and traditional building materials. The one-storey house combines stone and wood construction with open, modern volumes and large-format windows that connect the interior with its natural surroundings.
Integration of old and new
The house in Tvaladi is designed to create a synthesis between tradition and modernity. The structure features modern architectural forms paired with a stone façade, anchoring the building in its historical and regional context. The one-storey volume is built from a combination of stone and wood, which continues inside the home, creating visual and material continuity between interior and exterior spaces.
Material palette and natural connection
Natural materials are central to the project’s design approach. The use of stone and wood throughout the house contributes to a warm and grounded atmosphere. Large-format apertures in the façade open the building to its surroundings, allowing light and views to enter the space and creating a strong relationship between the architecture and the landscape.
Interior atmosphere
The interior is defined by a balance between rough and refined materials. Finishes are chosen for their texture and visual contrast, ranging from raw surfaces to polished details. This careful material selection results in an interior that feels cohesive, while offering variation in tone and feel.
Interior furnishings and lighting
Furniture selected for the house reflects the overall material theme, with pieces primarily constructed from wood and natural fibers. The simple design of the furniture complements the architectural language without overwhelming the space. Mood lighting is integrated to enhance the warmth of the materials, using soft, indirect light sources that emphasize texture and create a calm, inviting atmosphere.
Site layout and additional structure
The design also includes a cellar positioned perpendicular to the main house. This space serves a functional role, while maintaining the same architectural language as the primary volume. Its placement and design reinforce the overall spatial harmony of the site and contribute to a sense of architectural unity across the property.
Conclusion
The private house in Tvaladi demonstrates an architectural approach that respects context, materiality, and landscape. Through its use of traditional materials in a contemporary form, the project achieves a careful balance between past and present, interior and exterior, architecture and nature.
About NS STUDIO Architecture & Design
NS STUDIO Architecture & Design was founded in 2013 by Luka Chaganava and Nini Tchanturia with a clear mission: to create high-grade, captivating, and original works in architecture and design. Rooted in the belief that personal expression is central to meaningful design, the studio brings together context, content, functionality, and individualism in every project.
A journey that began with two visionary architects has grown into a team of over 40 professionals, making NS STUDIO the only architecture firm in Georgia with offices in both Tbilisi and Kutaisi. This collaborative and forward-thinking environment allows the studio to consistently deliver work that is both innovative and enduring.
NS STUDIO combines structure, creativity, and expert craftsmanship to ensure that every project reflects uncompromising quality. Its commitment to excellence led to the launch of NS Product, a product design platform that represents the studio’s holistic and integrated approach to design. Over the past decade, NS STUDIO has continued to learn, evolve, and stay true to its original vision: to go beyond what is expected and push the boundaries of creativity in the architectural and design landscape of Georgia.
Source: V2com-newswire.com
