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Vernacular Modern Homes

This River-Facing Navsari Home Makes Nature The Main Character

Ikshhana Design Studio mediates between earthy minimalism, vernacular-modern sensibilities, and a profound connection to the surrounding riverine landscape.

Vernacular Modern Homes

This Layered Villa Is A Venn Diagram Between Tamil And Mediterranean Influences

Framed within a climate-responsive typology, the 4,600 sq. ft. Tiruppur home by Tales of Design Studio telescopes through arches, double-height volumes and gabled rooflines.

Vernacular Modern Homes

This Gorakhpur Farmhouse Breathes Through Porous Walls And Slow Architecture

Set within a mango and teak orchard, this low-impact retreat by W5 Architects is rooted in climate, material honesty and local craft.

Modern Luxury Homes

A Tamil Nadu Home Built to Blend, Not Compete with Nature

Tucked into the heart of a seven-acre agricultural expanse in Erode, Aksharam, conceived by Design Interactions 16, does not claim the land; it quietly dissolves into it.

Modern Contemporary Homes

Inside the Bengaluru Home Designed to Capture the Sky Within

Crafted by Bodhi Design Studio, Vyōmam is a tangible translation of an aerospace engineer's life, using porous architecture and Vastu to seamlessly fold the boundless sky into an intimate sanctuary.

Homes in Bengaluru

A Past Life Echoes Through This Modern Colonial Home In Bengaluru

Studio Kosha transforms a family’s long-standing plot into a sculptural abode, layering Burma teakwood, mythological murals, and high-contrast tiles.

Traditional Homes

This Hyderabad Home Is An Anthology Of Neo-Vernacular Cues

A 6,200 sq. ft. exposed-brick residence by Studio Inscape, rooted in nostalgia, climate-responsive design, and indigenous materials.

Traditional Homes

This Brick Home In Chennai Archives A Language Of The Past

Across 5,300 sq. ft., WeBe Design Lab reinterprets the Tamil vernacular through transitional spaces, earthy materials, and courtyards.

Eco Friendly Homes

In Tamil Nadu, A House Built From The Earth It Rests On

This low-impact 3,470 sq. ft. residence by Mitti Architects camouflages itself with boulders, native trees and poured earth debris.

architecturedesign

Something Borrowed: A 3,000 sq. ft. Bengaluru Home References Traditional Udupi Houses With A Contemporary Flair

This contemporary home in Bengaluru pays homage to the residing family’s roots, belonging to Udupi while borrowing distinctive elements from their traditional houses.

weekend homes

Tamarind Retreat Seamlessly Integrates Nature and Comfort to Create Dynamic Living Experiences

Sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems underscore this eco-friendly second home design, creating a tranquil, low-carbon footprint retreat that blends comfort with nature.

buildofywrapped

Is Sustainability in for the season or the future? Buildofy Talks to the Guardians to Discover their Secret

The showers extinguished the country's residents, simmered with a gamut of construction sites and its effects. In memory of Environment Day, Buildofy speaks to architects underscoring the importance of sustainability through designs.

architecturedesign

In This 3,400 sq. ft. Bengaluru Home Pockets of Stark Built Are Fashioned Inside the Soft Greens

This home befriends the paws with blurring boundaries and minimalistic décor, allowing them to wander freely amidst the greens and greys.

Sustainable Homes

A Sustainable Oasis of Architectural Ingenuity - this House Harmonizes Local Materials and Environmental Stewardship for a Greener Tomorrow

Through meticulous attention to detail and innovative design solutions, the architects have created a home that not only meets the functional needs of its occupants but also nurtures a sense of connection to the surrounding environment.

luxury homes

Nadhyavart: Where Architectural Mastery Meets the Serenity of Nature—A Journey into the Heart of Harmonious Living

Nadhyavart stands as a striking contemporary residence that celebrates the harmonious interplay between modern design and the natural world. Its distinctive façade invokes a feeling of unity and synchronicity with its environment.

architecturedesign

Greens and Neutrals Join Forces in Kerala to Embellish a 3,330 sq. ft. Beauty with Regional Influences

By handing out invites to nature, this home in Kerala embodies the spirit of its context while comfortably soaking in the tranquil warmth of nature’s produce.

architecturedesign

Modernism With Mud: A Bengaluru Home is Inspired by the Five Elements from Nature

A home mimics its community and natural surrounding lushness, by employing a palette of all things natural and unprocessed.

Traditional Homes

Farmhouse in Mahiravani: A Sustainable Revival of Historic Wadas in the Tranquil Landscapes of Nashik

Fashioned with a commitment to sustainable architecture and a minimalist lifestyle, this dwelling is a tribute to local architectural heritage. Tailored to seamlessly blend with the region's diverse climate, every detail reflects a dedication to eco-conscious living.

buildofywrapped

Beat the Heat: 7 Cool Homes That Tackle the Blazing Indian Summer

Due to climate change, summers blaze extra hot this year, underscoring many monstrous dealings between structures and ecology. Cooling off, here are a few sustainably designed homes that become a guide for summer-ready homes.

Sustainable Homes

Inside Out: This 2,874 sq. ft. Kerala Home Plays an Intermediary to Hustle and Calm

This home boasting wooden accents and reclaimed elements dons a cap of sustainability, emerging into an ethereal world that whispers stories of the past alongside a blooming view.

luxury homes

Garden of Regality: A 17,500 sq. ft. Home Transcends Boundaries To Peck Nature

This home in the heart of the city, paradoxically stands under the lush shade of the previously planted trees. Following their lead, the home too, incorporates gardens and vantage points in its luxe sanctum.

contemporary homes

Coquetting With the Waves: A Chennai Home Writes Love Letters About Its Regional Designs

This home takes notes on Chennai’s indigenous architecture and embodies its fluid characteristics while altering it to fit the family’s flourishing needs.

contemporary homes

Navigating the Architectural Symphony of Thoughtful Craftsmanship and Timeless Elegance in this 1,200 sq. ft. Vibrant Home

Imbued with the essence of its natural surroundings, this house epitomizes the principles of modern minimalist architecture. Infused with vibrant hues of yellow and grey the design encapsulates the architect's fervor for simplicity and functionality.

buildofywrapped

These 6 Homes with Heritage Artforms Explore the Theme of Regional Belonging

In Indian homes, art pieces not only pay homage to the family's regional roots but also infuse emotions in each space. Discover Buildofy’s art archival, which colour is the house in shades of heritage and regionalism.

Sustainable Homes

Unprocessed Utopia: A 3,800 sq. ft. Home Satiates a Family’s Wishes for All things Recycled and Unprocessed

Away from the city, a residence emerges with ingredients recycled and upcycled to make a perfect recipe that matches the family’s ecological tastes.