4 Bedroom Maisonette in Kamiti Road
Set within a generous plot along Kamiti Road in Kiambu County, this residence is a substantial two level home exceeding 350 square metres, conceived as a refined family dwelling with a strong spatial hierarchy and carefully articulated massing. The building adopts a pitched roof composition that merges hip and gable forms, producing a contemporary yet grounded architectural expression. Positioned centrally within the site, the house maximizes natural lighting, cross ventilation, and spatial breathing room on all sides.
A large, inviting front porch establishes a transitional threshold into the home, leading into a well defined internal lobby that acts as the primary distribution spine. This central node efficiently connects the living room, dining area, kitchen, guest suite, staircase, and a discreetly located visitors’ washroom, while also incorporating built in storage and a practical seating niche for everyday use.
The living room is designed as a sunken space, giving it spatial emphasis and a sense of intimacy within the larger plan. It includes a dedicated television zone and is proportioned to accommodate up to a ten seater arrangement. Adjacent to this, the dining area is equally generous, designed for a ten seater table, enhanced by large window openings and complemented by a conveniently placed handwash area.
The kitchen is conceived as a semi open space, defined by a 1.5 metre visual connection to the dining area that maintains both interaction and functional separation. It is expansive and highly equipped, incorporating a central island, provision for a double door fridge, two gas cooker units, a double sink, extensive worktops, and ample lower and upper cabinetry. Supporting spaces include a walk in pantry, a dedicated laundry and utility room, and a kitchen porch, reinforcing the service efficiency of the home.
The ground floor also accommodates a spacious ensuite guest bedroom with built in wardrobes, offering privacy and comfort for visitors. The placement of the visitors’ toilet is carefully considered to maintain convenience without interfering with the main living spaces. Vertical circulation is articulated through a well lit staircase, enhanced by large window openings that introduce natural light into the core of the house.
The upper floor hosts three ensuite bedrooms, including a well appointed master suite. The master bedroom features a walk in closet and a private balcony, while Bedroom 02 also benefits from a walk in closet. All bedrooms on this level open onto private balconies, extending their usable space outward and strengthening the indoor outdoor relationship. Each room is proportioned to comfortably accommodate a 6 by 6 bed, a study desk, and a small lounge setting.
An additional flexible room is accessed from the upper stair lobby and functions as a shared home office.
This space is designed with adaptability in mind and can easily serve as a study, prayer room, or private workspace. It also enjoys access to a balcony, reinforcing its quality as a habitable and well lit environment.
The design brings together scale, functionality, and architectural clarity, resulting in a residence that responds effectively to contemporary family living while maintaining a strong and coherent built form.