The idea of the sales office was simple yet profound — let nature lead. The architecture does not impose itself as an object. Instead, it recedes into the landscape, allowing water, greenery, and light to take precedence. The exhibition space becomes a frame rather than the subject, where nature choreographs the experience.
This Exhibition Space Stands Out For Its Connection With The Surrounding Nature | Square
At its heart, water is the quiet constant. The reflective pools extend the presence of the sky and surrounding foliage into the architecture, dissolving the boundaries between the built and the natural.
The arcaded walls, clad in earthy tones reminiscent of terracotta and weathered stone, create a grounded backdrop against which sunlight and shadows perform their daily transformations.
These arches open up to lush gardens and mirrored water surfaces, where every step feels like a negotiation between solidity and reflection, weight and lightness.
Inside, transparency governs the spatial experience. Large glass planes dissolve enclosure, offering uninterrupted views of the lake and gardens, while carefully placed columns and minimal detailing ensure the building stays in the background. Interiors are warm yet restrained — patterned floors, crafted wood surfaces, and soft lighting enhance comfort without competing with the views outside.
The circulation unfolds as a meditative journey. Stepping stones across the reflective pools slow down movement, encouraging pause and awareness. Sunlight filters through arches, dappling surfaces with patterns that change through the day.
The project becomes less about architectural display and more about sensorial immersion — a place where one listens to the sound of water, watches the shifting reflection of clouds, and feels held within nature’s continuity.
Ultimately, the experience centre is not an architectural monument but a vessel — one that amplifies the landscape and frames the ephemeral qualities of light, water, and greenery.
By stepping back, the architecture allows life’s circle to complete itself: where the human presence, the built form, and the natural setting coexist seamlessly.
Fact File
Designed by: Square
Project Type: Commercial Architecture Design
Project Name: Urban Lake Experience Centre
Location: konnagar, Kolkata
Year Built: 2024
Built-up Area: 3280.84 Sq.ft
Principal Architect: Ranit Maiti & Subhrajit Gmitra
Photograph Courtesy: Wonder Aperture
Firm’s Website link: Square
Instagram link: Square
Facebook Link: Square
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