Kovilpatti guest house at Kovilpatti by Benny Kuriakose

April 21, 2021

This company guest house is simple, yet, functional. The old building has been renovated and a new kitchen and dining has been added. The elevation is treated with the historical character, with the sloped tile roof, timber columns, and arched openings in the verandas and the simple jaali work in the parapet.

Kovilpatti guest house at Kovilpatti by Benny Kuriakose

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Project Name: Kovilpatti guest house
Location: Kovilpatti
Name of firm: Benny Kuriakose
Category: Large Residential Building
Project Status: Completed
Project Period: 20 months
Submission Type: Professional Submission

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