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Court Fort in Nandoli: A Slow-Living Home by Compartment S4

architecture-design · 2026-06-01

In Nandoli, Gujarat, Compartment S4 has crafted Court Fort, a dwelling for an urban farmer desiring a connection to nature and the changing seasons. Situated on the fringes of Ahmedabad, this initiative reimagines the concept of a fort as both a residence and a sanctuary for daily life, emphasizing a lifestyle of tranquility and purposeful solitude. The architecture harmonizes with the local landscape and adheres to regional construction customs.

Key facts

  • Court Fort is located in Nandoli, Gujarat.
  • The project is designed by Compartment S4.
  • It is a residence for an urban farmer.
  • The fort is reimagined as a home and everyday retreat.
  • The design emphasizes slow living and solitude.
  • The site is on the outskirts of Ahmedabad.

Entities

Institutions

  • Compartment S4

Locations

  • Nandoli
  • Gujarat
  • India
  • Ahmedabad

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