Admin Building at Vadodara

This post presents a multi-building complex intended for the administration, control, and testing operations of a factory producing organic chemicals. A key aspect of the project is the phased construction approach, which has informed the arrangement of the various blocks. These blocks are intentionally organized to create a substantial central courtyard. This courtyard is envisioned as a verdant and tranquil oasis, offering a respite from the surrounding industrial environment. The transition from the factory to this central court is carefully designed with extensive vegetation, which aims to mitigate the impact of the industrial surroundings through improved air quality and a more pleasant atmosphere. The scale and landscaping are intended to create a significant buffer. Continue reading “Admin Building at Vadodara”

Club House – MCA Competition

Our entry in the IIA Pune Chapter’s Open Competition for the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) focused on designing a hotel, clubhouse, and indoor sports facilities near the Mumbai-Pune expressway outside Pune.

Our design philosophy centered on respecting the diverse context, encompassing the environment, surrounding community, users, and all stakeholders. Continue reading “Club House – MCA Competition”

COA’s Centre of Excellence

The Council of Architecture organised an open competition for the Design of its Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Our proposal was driven by the challenge of creating a space which inspires & encourages introspection & dialogue. Architecturally this translates to a space that is comfortable and meaningful for people to come back again & again. The following is our design in detail… Continue reading “COA’s Centre of Excellence”

Modern Tropical House

The project is of an independent house. Our client purchased a Row-house in an old housing scheme which was constructed by the erstwhile city developers – CIDCO in the 1980s. The previous owners had renovated the house by extending certain portions. Our clients wanted to develop it as a second home now and eventually a retirement home for later. Continue reading “Modern Tropical House”

Villas Constructed in Precast Technology

We have ben involved in Precast Technologies from 10 years in India. We have designed over a lakhs square feet of buildings using both 2D & 3D precast projects. These range from standalone houses, Apartments, Amenities & Utilities, Factories, Community Buildings, etc. We recently developed a Catalogue of Villas for Bengaluru region. Continue reading “Villas Constructed in Precast Technology”

Big Loo – Competition

In Cities people are constantly on the move and travel far & longer from their comfort spaces. The need to refresh and rejuvenate for having a productive and enjoyable day out is a dream for many. India predominantly has a hot climate with humidity ranging from city to city. The need to relieve and refresh is a very basic physical need in such climates. The current situations in our cities, mainly Mumbai is pathetic from point of view of City experience. As a country, we don’t celebrate the outdoors too much and we have now switched to the Mall culture in hope for solace from the hustle bustle of the City. Our Public Toilets lack the dignity of a function that is so intrinsic to our lives. It is essential that we revisit our Public Toilets and create a different image and identity around them. Continue reading “Big Loo – Competition”

Ramped School

An NGO working in the area of Urban poverty was engaging with the Municipality to facilitate the development of education and healthcare facilities for the people in slums. They reached out to people for advise on enabling a school for the slum children. We volunteered to help them out with the design and construction of the school. Continue reading “Ramped School”

Garden Homes

A young group of Developers wished to create an exclusive development on the outskirts of Mumbai. They had a beautiful plot with thick vegetation and a natural pond. Being close to the shore the plot was dotted with palm trees and other such species. The plot hence had pleasant microclimate and ambience compared to the surrounding properties. Continue reading “Garden Homes”