Tucked into a tight 2,400-square-foot plot in the culturally rich city of Mysore, Swasti is more
than just a home—it is a lived philosophy of connection, calm, and contemporary Indian
sensibility. Designed for a doctor and business owner, this 6,000-square-foot residence is the
architectural embodiment of a family first ethos, created to elevate the idea of common living
spaces into spiritual and sensory experiences.

This Family First Design Connects Calm & Contemporary Indian Sensibility | Stonespire Architects

Spatial Planning

Swasti’s spatial planning revolves around family first approach and its most sacred element: a centrally located, double-height Pooja space. Unlike typical residences where religious areas are sequestered, here the Pooja room becomes a powerful architectural gesture. Bathed in natural light through a large
skylight above and wrapped by a calming water feature, the space sits in meditative silence,
both spiritually grounding and visually dramatic.

Swasti holds deep emotional and symbolic value—it is the very first built project of the lead
architect at Stonespire Architects, conceived during their fourth year of architecture college.
What began as a hands-on learning experience soon transformed into a full-scale residential
commission, supported by trust and vision of a family first approach from the client. Completed two years ago, the project continues to serve as both a cherished milestone and a design benchmark.

Colors & Textures

Gray dominates the home’s elevation and interiors—not as a trend, but as a canvas. It allows
textures to play freely: natural stone inishes, jolly walls at the entrance, and a striking metal
partition wall—4mm thick and weighing over 1.5 tons—that adds an artistic layer while subtly
delineating spaces.

A serene Buddha sculpture greets visitors at the entrance, accompanied by a vineyard-inspired
vertical structure and tactile natural stone, setting the tone for what lies within: a sanctuary of
calm and texture.

Sustainable Strategies

One of Swasti’s most effective and sustainable design decisions lies in its ventilation strategy. By
using the stack effect, warm air rises and escapes through terrace-mounted exhaust fans. Thus,
it allows cooler air to flow through naturally. This has eliminated the need for air-conditioning
in all common areas. Thus making the home stay pleasantly cool through passive means alone.

The 11.5-foot ceiling heights and strategically located openings ensure that the house remains
well-lit and ventilated from sunrise to sunset. This is proof that natural comfort can be achieved with
thoughtful design.

The Layout

The home features three bedrooms, an open kitchen, a gym, and a terrace party space. They are all
designed with openness and connectivity in mind. The living area, foyer, sit-out, and Pooja
space are visually and physically interlinked. They allow each member of the family to feel both
connected and at ease.

Family First Approach

Every space in Swasti invites gathering and family first approach. The sit-out, located adjacent to the central Pooja, becomes a favored spot for informal conversations, relection, or celebration. Meanwhile, the metal partition wall provides a dramatic but subtle transition between zones without compromising the openness.

For Stonespire Architects, Swasti is more than a commission—it’s a story. A project envisioned
in college, nurtured with care, and brought to life with rigor and emotion. It bridges academic
curiosity with professional credibility and has since become a signature showcase of what the
irm stands for: intelligent planning, emotional design, and purposeful spaces.

Richness In Meaning

In an age where homes often lean into supericial luxury, Swasti inds its richness in meaning. It
is a home shaped by light, air, stone, and soul—designed not just to look good, but to feel lived
in, to foster belonging, and to age with grace

At the heart of Swasti is the essence of “togetherness.” From its planning to its palette, every
square foot of the home is crafted to draw its inhabitants inward—towards each other and
toward stillness. The Soulful Spine: A Double-Height Pooja Anchored in Light and Water.

The Axis

This axis becomes the home’s gravitational center—around which the foyer, living area, dining,
and sit-out all subtly orbit. Whether entering through the grand northeast-facing entry or
walking from the kitchen to the terrace, the Pooja is always within sight, a quiet reminder of
balance, mindfulness, and unity.

The architectural language is unmistakably modern: clean lines, open volumes, and a gray
toned material palette that gives the home a grounded and timeless appeal. But within this
modernity is a deep responsiveness to context—climatic, cultural, and urban.

Indian Spatial Planning

Designed with an intrinsic aesthetic, the house balances contemporary cues with the nuanced
intimacy of Indian spatial planning—where courtyards, shared spaces, and symbolic thresholds
shape the emotional geometry of a home.

The home rigorously follows Vastu principles, from kitchen orientation to bedroom placements.
The plot—enclosed on three sides—faces south, and the grand entry is aligned to the northeast,
reinforcing both spiritual and spatial alignment.

Fact File

Designed by: Stonespire Architects

Project Type: Residential Architecture Design

Project Name: Swasti

Location: Mysuru, Karnataka

Year Built: 2024

Duration of the project: 2022-2024

Plot Area: 40’x60’

Built Up Area: 6000 sft

Project Size (in sq. ft.): 6000 sq ft

Principal Architect:  Ar. Akash P

Photograph Courtesy: Sanjith Seetharam

Design Credits: Simra Baig

Products / Materials / Vendors: Terracotta jaali/ Teak wood/ Fluted concrete panel / Wallcovering / Cladding – luted concrete cladding,/ Facade Systems – Terracotta Jaali blocks/ Windows –fenesta/ Kitchen – simpolo tiles/ Paint – nippon/ Consultants for the Project: Civil – Structure engineers -nilaya designs/ Structure Engineers – nilaya associates

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