Located at a corner plot in Gulshan, the Karim residence was designed with the idea of merging traditional and contemporary building techniques. The variety of materials used in the building is harmoniously synergized to create a calm but playful symphony of the textures. ‘New’ was expressed by means of the concrete plate and the ‘past’ symbolized by old hand—made bricks, thus creating a sense of “unfolding time”. This project, in many ways, reflects transition of the building style in our country. The site measures 416.7 metric squares, with a beautiful view of the Dhaka Cantonment on the west. Incorporating the advantage of the views and dealing with the climatic issue – these played a major decisive role in designing the form of the building. In Dhaka, bricks derived from the demolition of old buildings are usually used for the production of ‘surki’- brick chips. As a result, these traditionally made bricks have become almost extinct. These hand-made bricks were acquired from various places across the city, and then used as a cladding material, filling in at places between the concrete plates and walls.