Number 11 – Geoffrey Bawa's Home
Number 11
The city residence of Geoffrey Bawa, master of tropical modernist architecture, formed by linking four adjoining small houses into a maze of light and shadow across courtyards.
Number 11 is the Colombo home of Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. He transformed four neighbouring houses along a lane by gradually connecting them. The interior is linked through small courtyards, light wells, pools and an art collection, reflecting the tropical modernist idea of blurring indoors and outdoors. The house is managed by the Bawa Trust and can only be visited on a booked guided tour, with limited places per session, so it is advisable to book in advance on the official website or by phone. It is located on a lane in the Colpetty district.
Opening hours
Guided tours by reservation
Nearby sights
- Colombo National Museum
- Independence Memorial Hall & Square
- Viharamahadevi Park
- Gangaramaya Temple
- Colombo Town Hall
- Beira Lake & Seema Malaka
- Lotus Tower
- Galle Face Green