CLIENT
Mr. Faheem Feroze Wattoo
Project Type
Residential
LOCATION
House 18, Street No. 01, Sector - B, DHA, Phase 5, Islamabad
Covered Area
5,787 square feet approx.
Status
2025 - ongoing
Architecture design - Interior design - Structure design - Electrical design - Plumbing design - Site Supervision
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.
The layout of Faheem House is designed for the modern lifestyle, focusing on an open-plan concept that maximizes the perception of space:
- Expansive Glazing: The residence utilizes double-height glass facades and floor-to-ceiling windows to ensure the interior is flooded with natural light, bridging the gap between indoor and outdoor environments.
- Architectural Strip Lighting: To maintain its “luxury feel” after sunset, the facade features integrated LED strip lighting and accent lights that highlight the wood louvers and structural volumes, making it a landmark in the DHA 5 streetscape.
- Luxury Main Entrance: The entrance is marked by a solid wood main door design and a minimalist foyer, setting a tone of refined elegance from the moment of arrival.
In Lahore, luxury architecture is often characterized by a greater degree of visual “weight” and a preference for grander, more decorative material applications. Faheem House successfully integrates these Lahori-style luxury elements such as the heavy use of marble and intricate vertical louver systems into the sleek, minimalist requirements of DHA Islamabad’s construction bylaws. The result is a residence that offers the “grandeur” expected by a Lahore-based client while maintaining the sophisticated modernism suited for an Islamabad address.
Site Progress Update as of 15 February, 2026
Construction is moving forward at the site of Faheem House, where the primary structural framework and brickwork are now significantly advanced. The latest updates showcase the completion of the main masonry walls, defining the internal spaces and the overall massing of the residence. We are currently focusing on the internal transitions, including the casting of concrete lintels and the preparation for secondary structural elements that will define the home’s final architectural character.
