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When you walk around your house, you might start to notice things that once felt minor now feel like deal-breakers—cracked window panes, curling shingles, or flickering lights that hint at something more serious behind the walls. If you’re thinking about selling, those flaws can suddenly feel like giant stop signs, each one shouting, “Who’s going to […]
The journey of this sloping roof house residence began uniquely when the client initially approached a structural engineer to begin construction. With the columns and plinth beams already laid up to the ground floor level, the architectural intervention commenced. Upon engagement, our team revised the spatial layout, removing unnecessary spaces and optimising the design to […]
Imagine this for a design brief: Design an apartment for 3 generations. The family’s young kids have an endless love for the sea and the sky, grandparents’ sensibilities are deeply rooted in traditional Indian styles, and the young parents are all about modern minimalism. The home has to integrate these diverse styles through eclectic interior […]
Situated in the vibrant core of Hazratganj, Coffee Dude by Studio Akar Prakar is a carefully crafted café that merges Lucknow’s rich architectural legacy with the essence of a modern coffee shop culture. Spanning 1150 sqft, the space functions both as a lively social hub and a serene creative retreat. The design draws inspiration from […]
Located amidst luscious tea gardens, the campus is designed to house a Training Hall, Office Studio & Residential units. The building with a pitched roof design is designed to respond outside to extend the training activities into the landscape and the space in between the buildings to absorb different activities during different times of the […]
Do we understand the challenges of environmental pollution that affect our built form? As our cities grow, architects and urban planners face problems such as severe heat, rising pollution levels, and heavy monsoon rains. Thus, it is important to find a solution that can benefit the urban cities and the built form. Among the solutions, […]
Among the most critical components of your house is its roof. It keeps your house insulated, shields you from the elements, and improves the general appearance of your property. Roof restoration is quite important since over time wear and tear can cause major damage. Given its importance, knowing when and how to restore it will […]
In the city of Bangalore, we were presented with a modest, modern 40-year-old concrete structure nestled under the shade of a large rain tree. In typical urban plot typology, the building was fenced on both sides by adjacent buildings, leaving only the street in front and the sky above, free to grow into — a […]
Aangan is a modern residence that seamlessly integrates with the lush environment of Kerala, showcasing a tropical home design. Designed to embrace the region’s warm climate, the house features a striking sloped terracotta roof at varying levels, enhancing both its aesthetic appeal and functional efficiency. The structure is enveloped in a vibrant tropical landscape, adorned […]
Nestled in the heart of Vadodara, The Banyan Clubhouse is a sanctuary of refined living, seamlessly integrating luxury with the tranquility of nature. At its core stands a majestic 100-year-old banyan tree—a living testament to heritage and continuity—around which the entire architectural narrative unfolds with a thoughtful sloped roof design. Editor’s Note: “Rooted in heritage […]