🏡 Modern Living in Lahore: A 5 Marla Home Built on Smart Space and Simplicity
“Every House Has a Story”
Tucked inside a calm street of Lahore, this 26.5 x 51 ft house redefines the 5 Marla experience. Built with purpose and beauty, it turns limited space into a lifestyle, full of movement, sunlight, and silence.
This is not just a house. It’s a story of functionality, family, and finesse — told through thoughtful design.
🚪 The Entry: Wide Welcome in a Narrow Plot
As I approach the gate, the slightly wider-than-average front (26.5 ft) gives a sense of openness. The porch, edged with tiles and soft shadows from a nearby tree, sets the tone for what’s inside — clean, modern, and calm.
The main door opens to a spacious lounge — not oversized, but open in feel. With the drawing room tucked nearby, the division between formal and family space is subtle yet clear.
Large windows face the front, allowing natural light to pour in — warming every conversation that happens here.
🍽️ Kitchen and Daily Flow: Designed for Real Life
To the right, the kitchen is placed smartly — not taking too much space, but not hidden either. The cabinetry follows a muted color theme — light wood, beige tones, and black marble top.
It opens toward the rear utility space or duct, ensuring proper ventilation for daily cooking, laundry, or storage.
There’s also a common bathroom, easily accessible for guests and daily use.
🛏️ Bedrooms: Personal Spaces with Purpose
The bedroom on the ground floor offers privacy and function. Equipped with built-in wardrobe space and an attached bathroom, it’s perfect for parents or guests who prefer to avoid stairs.
On the first floor, another bedroom mirrors the lower floor, with similar amenities and access to natural light. This level also includes a lounge area — ideal for children to play, study, or simply spend time together.
A store room is included too — one of the most underrated yet valuable features in small homes.
🌿 Light, Air, and the Beauty of Empty Space
What makes this home feel bigger than it is? Smart gaps and ventilation paths.
A slim courtyard or shaft allows cross-ventilation. The terrace upstairs provides a relaxing corner — not just for drying clothes, but for early-morning chai or sunset reflections.
The rear verandah downstairs also softens the back side of the home, making the experience seamless from front to back.
🧱 Built for Today, With Tomorrow in Mind
This house may not be massive, but it’s multi-functional. The layout was clearly designed for a young family or even a couple with elders — offering privacy, accessibility, and shared space.
Every room is square or rectangular — avoiding awkward angles or waste. Walls are finished in neutral tones, with the exterior combining light paint, glass, and wooden textures — a nod to modern Pakistani architecture.
📐 Key Specifications
📏 Plot Size: 26.5’ x 51’ (Approx. 5 Marla)
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms (1 per floor, each with attached bath)
🛋️ 2 Lounges (Family space on both floors)
🖼️ Drawing Room (formal sitting)
🍳 Kitchen (centrally located)
🧼 Common Bath + Utility Areas
🧳 Store Room + Courtyard
🌤️ Terrace + Rear Verandah
🏙️ Covered Area: Approx. 2100+ sq ft (Total)
🏗️ Style: Modern, Clean-Line, Family-Oriented
❤️ A Home Where Design Serves Daily Life
This 5 Marla home is not built to impress from the outside — it’s built to comfort from within. Every element, from the small shaft to the large porch, is part of a greater plan:
To support a real Pakistani family living in a real Pakistani city — with real needs.
This is what Nakshanigar celebrates: homes that tell stories, not just show off shapes.
