Greystone Ilé by Ahmed Habib is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Ìkọ́lé, Ilé àti Ètò Competition Category.
FàdákàÌkọ́lé· 2025
Greystone Ilé
by Ahmed Habib
Client: Luxentti
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award Winner in Ìkọ́lé Category
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The Design
About Greystone Ilé
Greystone jẹ́ ilé kan tí ó wà ní Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Àpẹrẹ rẹ̀ so àwọn ìrísí tí ó rọrùn pọ̀ mọ́ ìbáṣepọ̀ tímọ́tímọ́ pẹ̀lú ẹ̀dá. Àwọn ìlà tí ó mọ́ tónítóní àti àwọ̀ òkúta grẹ́ì, igi wọ́lnọ́tì aláìdán àti stúkò aláwọ̀ funfun fẹ́lẹ́fẹ́lẹ́ ni ó ṣàpèjúwe ìta ilé náà. Àwọn fèrèsé ńlá tí ó ní gíláàsì ìlọ́po méjì ń mú ìmọ́lẹ̀ àdánidá wọlé, wọ́n sì ń fi ìran ilẹ̀ àyíká hàn láti gbogbo yàrá. Ilẹ̀ ìsàlẹ̀ ni ó gba àwọn ibi ìgbàlejò, ibi ìjẹun àti àwọn ibi ìgbé ayé ojoojúmọ́, nígbà tí a fi àwọn yàrá ìsùn sí ilẹ̀ òkè fún ìdákọ́ńkọ́. Pèpéle ìta pẹ̀lú ibi ìjókòó, adágún omi ìwẹ̀ àti ibi eré ìdárayá ń fẹ ibi ìgbé ayé náà lójú sí i. Àwọn ẹnu ọ̀nà ọ̀tọ̀ọ̀tọ̀ ni ó wà fún ẹbí, àwọn àlejò àti ọgbà.
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award
Greystone Ilé jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ onípọ̀nlé lọ́nà àrà ọ̀tọ̀ tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe ìpele gíga jùlọ tó dára tó sì ń kan ọkàn. Àwọn olùborí Fàdákà jẹ́ àwọn iṣẹ́ tó ń tàn yòò gidigidi tó sì ní ìṣẹ̀dá púpọ̀ tí wọ́n ń ṣàfihàn ìmọ̀ ìjìnlẹ̀, ẹ̀bùn àti ìmọ̀ràn àwọn olùṣàwòṣe wọn. A retí pé Greystone Ilé yóò jẹ́ iṣẹ́ àgbàyanu, àpẹẹrẹ rere, ti ọ̀jáfáfá lọ́nà tó ṣe pàtàkì tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun jinlẹ̀. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award yìí jẹ́ ohun ìmúṣẹ̀dá tó hàn gbangba gidigidi tí a mọrírì tó ń ṣe anfàní tó sì ń tì ààlà iṣẹ́ ọnà, sáyẹ́ǹsì, àwòṣe àti ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ síwájú. Greystone Ilé jẹ́ ẹ̀dá tí ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ń ṣe ìlara, tó ń jí ìfẹ́ inú, tó ń mú ìmọ̀lára rere wá tó sì ń jí ìyàlẹ́nu àti ìyanu.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Introducing the Greystone House, a remarkable residential project in Jeddah that redefines the essence of architectural design. This visionary endeavor seeks to elevate the living experience while embracing climate requirements and respecting cultural considerations, including privacy. The design approach prioritizes the integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, ensuring that every space within the house enjoys captivating landscape views.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- -Plot area: 2,000 sqm
-Foot Print: 650 sqm
-Built up area: 1,250 sqm
-Height: 15 meters - Tags
- Architecture, Villa, House, Design, Residential, Modern, Landscape, Jeddah, Saudi
- Production Technology
- -Main Structure: Concrete -Main Architectural Finishes: Gray Stone,Matt Walnut Wood, Off White & Beige Stucco Paint, Double Glazed Glass with dar gray aluminium profiles, Perforated GRC Pattern.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge lay in harmonizing traditional living with modern minimalism, all while prioritizing functionality & environmental synergy. Utilizing local, sustainable materials that upheld structural integrity was essential. Thoughtful management of natural light & landscape views required meticulous planning to elevate the living experience. Additionally, navigating local regulations & budget constraints influenced the design, ensuring practicality without compromising cultural authenticity.
- Research
- 1-Data Collection research-Client needs analysis-Client meetings 2-Cultural research-Project Zoning & cultural needs-Social Questionnaire 3-Arch. Design Direction research-General mood board, Massing & Materials-Web based research 4-Arch. Technical research-Identify Construction methodology-Subject Matter Experts & Web based Research 5-Environmental research-Natural Ventilation & Sun light-Web based research 6-Landscape research-Hardscape & Softscape design direction-Web based Research 7-Presentation direction research-Matching Graphics to Architecture concept-Web based Research
- Inspiration
- The modern architectural design draws inspiration from the principles of minimalism & the beauty of nature. Characterized by sleek lines & a harmonious blend of white & gray materials, the structure emphasizes open spaces & natural light through large windows. The outdoor area, featuring a wooden deck & comfortable seating, invites relaxation amid greenery, with a central tree serving as a focal point. This design fosters a serene and inviting atmosphere, seamlessly connecting indoor & outdoor.
- Project Duration
- Duration: The project design Process started in February 2023 and finished in August 2023 Location: Jeddah, KSA
- Operation Flow
- The Greystone House features distinct entrances tailored for different needs: the main entrance for family, a guest entrance for formal occasions, and garden entrances that provide direct access to outdoor areas. The ground floor includes a spacious reception and dining area, along with indoor daily living spaces, promoting social interaction. Outdoor zones feature a pool and gym, encouraging an active lifestyle. The first floor houses private bedrooms, ensuring tranquility. This thoughtful zoning promotes seamless flow and enhances the overall living experience.
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