
PROJECT INFORMATION
QUADRUPLEX 42, DHA, KARACHI – 1000 YARDS – 2018
Quadruplex 42 stands as one of Shahzad Brothers’ latest residential innovations—a carefully crafted square-yard development situated in the geographically serene surroundings of DHA Phase VIII, Karachi. With its placement along the edge of Sector B, the project benefits from a calm coastal environment and abundant eastern sunlight, creating an ideal setting for a contemporary family residence.
PROJECT CONCEPT
The project enjoys a quintessential coastal orientation, where sea breezes, natural light, and open vistas shape the architectural character. Positioned at a gentle urban edge, the site allows the built forms to breathe, enabling an effortless visual dialogue between interior and exterior spaces.
This balance—between what is built and what is intentionally left unbuilt—establishes a strong optical harmony that defines the final expression of the architecture.
DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Quadruplex 42 is guided by a modern social principle: “Think Global, Act Local.”
While the architectural approach reflects global contemporary standards of space, light, and efficiency, it remains rooted in local cultural values, lifestyle patterns, and climatic intelligence.
The design embraces:
- Thoughtful spatial division for privacy and collective interaction
- Efficient circulation that supports day-to-day family routines
- A careful layering of communal and personal zones
- Responsiveness to Karachi’s environment—light, heat, and coastal winds
ARCHITECTURE AS A LIVING ORGANISM
The architecture is conceived not merely as a structure, but as a living system designed to support the dynamic needs of a modern Pakistani joint family. Each unit is crafted to promote sustainable cohabitation, where multiple generations can live together comfortably while maintaining individual autonomy.
The built form acts as a tool that enables:
- Shared living without compromising personal space
- Harmonious social interactions
- Adaptability for changing family needs
- Environmentally efficient living practices
Through its balanced massing, open voids, connected terraces, and controlled visual axes, Quadruplex 42 enhances the everyday experience of the residents, ensuring comfort, privacy, and a deep sense of belonging.