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Architect designs a modern Brown Envelope around a compact heritage bungalow

An heirloom home with a modern façade - The Brown Envelope by Alok Kothari Architects The Brown Envelope stands out in an old-world charm residential neighborhood in southern Pune for its majestic yet minimal design style. 0:00/1× A stroll along the bustling lanes of Sahakar Nagar takes one

Indian Contemporary Homes

Vastu principles meet Luxury in this interactive house at Bangalore

This warm and minimal luxurious house has the inclusion of nature as its pivotal design concept: Kanasu by Technoarchitecture A hundred shades and textures of green and brown, the alive and animated play of shade, shadow and light through the foliages, the rustling of leaves, the sound of water gushing

Indian Contemporary Homes

With roots in traditional South Indian Architecture, this Courtyard House in Manipal ties the Old & the New

The humming of birds, the squeaking of a well's pulley, the sound of water gushing, the clomp of the footsteps and the cheer of the people sitting in the garden are what marks the onomatopoeic experience that this house encapsulates. The old-world charm of grey random rubble walls with encased

Indian Contemporary Homes

The dramatic play of light overlapping with Vastu-based planning defines this home at Vadodara

This house acts as a disconnection from the sedentary lifestyle, only to draw one closer to enticing natural sunlight and fresh air. The congruence of the most basic construction materials - brick and concrete, along with minimalistic geometry is what one comes face to face as they near this house.

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Nestled amidst dense greenery, this villa mindfully tackles the extreme climate of Ahmedabad

Guided by frames, both literally and philosophically, Pathik Shah Villa makes a strong visual statement despite blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscapes. A bare trapezoidal patch of land sitting amidst villas and offering no views would barely get acknowledged by the common eye. But KNS Architects and architect Kanhai Gandhi

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Archohm’s concrete home in Noida is designed to hang, redefining standards of luxury

Used to living in luxury, The Ladhanis’ desire for an eye-catching residence with light-embracing spaces was artfully acknowledged by architect Sourabh Gupta. The narrative of this fascinating 4-storeyed home began as one walks past it outside. The eyes were instantly directed towards the exposed concrete mass, standing with utmost pride

compact homes

This compact home in a dense South Delhi neighborhood uses volume and light to its advantage

Architect Sourabh Gupta sculpts a house that challenges the norms of compact living by crafting a dialogue between internal space and the external environment Passerbys stepping foot on this particular street in the daytime are welcomed by a noticeable stretch of shadow that casts on them almost immediately. Looking upwards

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A compact Bengaluru home that explores multiple ways of designing with natural materials

A home designed with the intention to explore - Kausthubha by Wright Inspires Located in a quaint south Bengaluru neighborhood, Kausthubha stands out for its distinct style of design that merges light, earth, and water. 0:00/1× As one walks along the street in front of the house, a

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This contemporary house in Chennai is grounded in traditional South-Indian architecture

The architecture of this home is a marriage of South-Indian vernacular planning with modern-day aesthetics: Urban Courtyard House by Studio Context Huddled in the urban fabric of Chennai, a lean lane sneaks one a peak of this house. Approaching the house down this alleyway, one comes face-to-face with a minimal

Eco Friendly Homes

On the outskirts of Noida, this striking home emerges from the earth and blends with nature

A sustainable eco-friendly home in Noida - Anahat by Ant Studio. Surrounded by agricultural land and horse tables, Ant Studio's Anahat merges with the environment, yet profoundly stands out. 0:00/1× Beyond a wide gate at the edge of the city, an avenue of large trees opens up. The

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A house that not just plays with volumes and masses but also brings sustainability to luxurious design

A luxury home in the hustle and bustle of the Chennai city core - N Cube Villa by Cubism Architects and Interiors The definition of luxury varies from person to person. For Mr. Natarajan, a firm believer in Isha Foundation, it was a home that would reflect his beliefs. Amidst

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This compact house with a patterned brick façade softens the effect of a robust material palette by amalgamating with nature

A house of contrasting ideas tucked in a quiet Surat neighborhood - Aarjav by Design Work Group. A compact home placed in a dense urban setting surrounded by houses of the same size, Aarjav exemplifies duality in its expression of rawness against sophisticated interiors. 0:00/1× The pandemic shifted

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This house is a perfect example of blending traditional materials with modern architecture in clean lines and a linear form.

A minimal home with a split courtyard - Sidhu Residence by Anudeep Bhandari & Associates Located in the agricultural town of Shahabad, Sidhu Residence stands out for its distinct modern yet raw design. 0:00/1× A courtyard house is always visualized with a central open space and the adjoining living

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An extrovert art deco house inspired by Indian temple architecture intertwines with nature and water

As one crosses the threshold of the site, the sound of trickling water in the distance makes them curious. Following this feeble sound, they reach the entrance of the Aqua Grid House to explore what lies ahead. Located in an upscale area of Pune city, architect Sanjay Mohe from Mindscape

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A compact home designed to connect with the sky sits on a quaint street in Bengaluru.

As one walks through a quiet street along a small playground in the core of the city, listening to the rising cheers of kids in a tense game of cricket, the eye catches a glimpse of an earthy-looking house in between the lush landscape that surrounds it. And then they

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This contemporary home in Udaipur is a true depiction of modern Rajasthani architecture

This modern contemporary home inspired deeply by the traditional Rajasthani Architecture sits at the periphery of Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur.

weekend homes

Step inside the Brick Mask House – a weekend home that attempts at blurring boundaries

Buildofy takes you inside the Brick Mask House designed around a central courtyard blurring the concept of inside and outside giving you a truly soul-stirring experience.

Indian Contemporary Homes

Curled up in the valleys of Panshet, this coy house stays rooted in nature

A down-to-earth and environment-friendly weekend home near Pune: The Cove House by Red Brick Studio As the notion of hustle-life takes over control, the desire for a detachment from the chaotic urban life also gets ardent. The ever-rising concept of having a weekend home has become a luxury that people

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In the heart of Pune city, this luxurious house is enveloped in greenery

Clean lines, Indian aesthetics and a green envelope - define The Maheshwari House Crossing the natural random rubble boundary wall, one enters the premises of this palatial house that ties a knot between luxury and its connection with nature. A curvilinear roofed structure enwrapped within grey stone walls and exuberant