Bridging Lahore’s Luxury Aesthetic with Islamabad’s Modern Urbanity in 1 Kanal Modern Luxury House Design in DHA Phase 5 Islamabad

Located in the prime residential sector of DHA Phase 5, Islamabad, Faheem House is a signature 1 Kanal modern luxury house design. The project was specifically commissioned by a client moving from Lahore, whose vision was to transplant the “grand luxury” aesthetic commonly found in Lahore’s high-end sectors into the organized urban fabric of Islamabad. While Islamabad architecture often leans toward strictly functional modernism, Faheem House redefines the local landscape with a bolder, more expressive architectural language.

The exterior of the residence is a study in verticality and textural contrast, moving away from simple flat surfaces to create a tiered, volumetric presence. The material palette is meticulously chosen to evoke a sense of permanence and high-end craftsmanship:

• Verticality and Linear Accents: The design features prominent wood-textured louvers that run vertically across the facade, providing both a rhythmic visual element and essential privacy for the internal living areas.
• Textural Contrast and Cladding: The integration of premium dark marble surfaces provides a stark, luxurious contrast against the raw, neutral-toned fair-face concrete walls, a hallmark of contemporary high-end architecture in Pakistan.
• Structural Volumes: Large, bold cantilevered slabs and recessed sections create deep shadows and a dynamic silhouette that avoids the monotony of traditional box-like structures.