THE HOUSE OF PRODUCT DESIGNER NINO CHABRADZE IN KIKETI

During the pandemic, like many others, we decided to give living outside the city a try. This led us to undertake the renovation of my husband’s great-grandfather’s century-old house in Kiketi. Initially, the house lacked basic amenities, making settling in a challenge. Over ten years elapsed before we achieved the transformation you see today. It can even be said that only this year the house has come to resemble what we had imagined initially.

From the outset, I was captivated by the architectural simplicity of the house: its minimalist design, absence of a bel-étage, and proximity to the ground. The first thing we did was open the interior spaces to incorporate more elements of the surrounding forest.

We have a hundred ancient oak trees in our yard, making it less of a yard and more of an oak forest, which is truly remarkable. We’re nestled between a water spring on one side and a forest on the other, creating a magical environment that I sometimes take for granted amidst daily life.

This place has many interesting stories. For instance, we’ve learned that when my husband’s great-grandfather purchased this property, it housed the local post office. The yard and its surroundings are so ancient that plans are underway for an archaeological dig, following the discovery of ancient burial sites. The area possesses a mystical aura.

. Not a single tree in the yard has been felled. The terrain is downhill, full of cliffs. I discovered a technique to encourage moss growth on rocks, which is the only thing I touched. I planted a lot of things in the yard, fir trees, roses, and different types of bushes.

We have a very harsh climate. In general, living outside the city has its challenges, you have to be ready for summer, winter, wind, rain, flood, etc. It’s not easy, but little by little you gradually learn to understand the climate and adapt your home accordingly. This knowledge and adaptation have developed over the years.

 

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