ELKARMA RESIDENCE

A House of Quiet Bonds

Some homes aren’t designed to stand out — they’re designed to hold what matters.

Elkarma is a family residence located in Sheikh Zayed, Giza.
 Created for three adults living together across generations, the project was designed to support emotional closeness, personal privacy, and day-to-day comfort — all within a single, calm architectural rhythm.

From the outset, the home wasn’t meant to impress.
 It was meant to feel grounded — shaped around memory, softened by light, and brought to life through care in every detail.

The reception anchors the home, framed by layered ceilings, gold fixtures, and inherited furniture with emotional weight.
 Rather than remove these elements, we allowed them to guide the atmosphere — blending vintage character with updated tones, textiles, and layout.

The furniture arrangement preserves the formality of traditional hosting, while layered lighting and floor detailing introduce subtle modernity.

Every design move was about enabling graceful living — especially for elderly residents.
 We integrated a lift to support mobility across floors without disrupting flow. The bathroom features dual-height sinks to accommodate daily rituals such as wudu’, allowing movement and purpose to coexist.

Details like hand-applied wall textures, custom lighting niches, and framed mirrors support a language of subtle care.

In the family lounge, a more contemporary atmosphere takes shape. Neutral tones, soft upholstery, and decorative mirrors create a setting that feels fresh but familiar.
 The living room is designed not around a television, but around presence — sofas arranged to invite conversation, light layered to shift from day to evening without losing mood.

This space reflects the family’s desire to embrace something new — while staying anchored in the familiar.

Materials were chosen not for contrast, but for cohesion: Stone, wood, and brushed metals blend with soft fabrics, hand-selected artwork, and personal objects.
 The tactile quality of the home allows every surface to feel lived-in — not showroom-perfect, but emotionally present.

Outside, the architecture steps gently into the garden.
 Soft arches, curved stairs, and earth-toned textures create a transition from home to nature that feels grounded and effortless.

These outdoor areas, though minimal, offer quiet moments — whether for morning light or evening stillness.

ELKARMA RESIDENCE

A House of Quiet Bonds

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