Nālukettu

Nālukettu pronunciationⓘ is the traditional homestead of old Tharavadu where many generations of a Nair family lived.

These types of buildings are typically found in the Indian state of Kerala.

The traditional architecture is typically a rectangular structure where four halls are joined with a central courtyard, or Nadumuttam, open to the sky.

The architecture was especially catered to large families of the traditional tharavadu, to live under one roof and enjoy the commonly owned facilities of the marumakkathayam homestead.

The layout of these homes is simple, and catered to the dwelling of the large number of people usually part of a tharavaadu.