Since the lot you describe is smaller than my open living area, I would suggest looking at some of the "shotgun" house plans around New Orleans,LA. I think you can build up and back and get an interesting home with a loft for space. It can be done, A porch with an entry to a narrow hall at the back might work best for you. Will you plan a courtyard (closed)? or what? What part of the country are you in? What are your local codes?

Ashish, The workmanship seems to be an issue with your stone cladding wall. Interlock joints are visible and dirty. This needs to be thoroughly cleaned and grey cement will need color touch ups. Some people go for a lacquer polish to enhance the look of the stones. However, it is equally repulsive for some people who like natural finish. Get a sample stone done first and then decide for the entire wall. It appears to be sandstone, hence it is better if it is coated with lacquer. Thanks, Nitin CORNERSTONE DESIGNS, Bangalore

Hello there, What you are looking for is vernacular architectural elements and green building elements fused together to function as one fluid structure. That is very much possible with the material but adobe alone won't be enough for your region (salt concentration and humidity in atmosphere). You need to incorporate strawbale and lime paste into the mud mortar or, a more durable option, CEB (Compressed Earth Blocks) which are the same thing and mud could be plastered on them just like brick and mortar. Second, the house is to be designed in such a way to introduce sustainability with local materials and techniques. Third, including RE elements like Solar PV, Wind and biomass energy into the project to make it a standalone built environment. Other features should include sustainable livelihoods and lifestyle, organic farming and permaculture etc. These are some salient features of eco-resorts . You could consult a local architect with experience in sustainable architecture and design. Hope your project comes out good. Regards, Aurum Ideas and Spaces Bhubaneswar +91-9078942136

Farooq, First one is a glass finish Subway tile. It looks good but many people back out due to budget issues as it is relatively costlier. Second image is of a brick cladding wall paper. However, similar looking ceramic tiles, mud tiles are also available locally. IMHO, red brick sand tile gives a more natural effect.What suits better would depend on the overall design of the house. Thanks, Nitin Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.