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Amidst the bustle of Bengaluru, this Organic Home is a Journey of Tradition, Modernity, and Belonging

Amidst the continuous progress of development, in the center of a busy city, there is a dialogue that goes beyond physical walls. It's a conversation between clients and architects, a symphony of hopes, desires, and the enduring need for a home.

contemporary homes

This 1,600 sq. ft. Home in Noida is Made Using only Lime and Mud

Traditional mud houses have lost their relevance in the modern-day, while chasing aesthetics and rapid construction techniques. Mud Showcase House is a playful and at times, conventional and ingenious take on the traditional mud houses.

Traditional Homes

A Farmhouse on the Outskirts of Hyderabad is a Tranquil Getaway for Six Families

This contemporary farmhouse shows signs of life while taking cues from the traditional Manduva Houses. Maintaining perfect harmony with its natural surroundings, while flaunting a minimalistic design, it emerges as a larger-than-life extension of the already existing farmhouse.

local construction

National Geographic Day: 5 Homes that Write Love Letters to the Natural Geography Through Indigenous Local Techniques

Native construction techniques paired with locally sourced materials make for a sustainable alliance that bequeaths back to nature as much as it procures from it. Let's journey through five homes from Buildofy’s archives that exemplify a reciprocal relationship with abundance around.

architecture design

5 Young Architecture Firms in the Design Space Captured by Buildofy in 2023

In commemoration of Swami Vivekananda’s birthday, a celebrated youth icon, Buildofy scours through its archives to find young architecture firms that are making a difference.

traditional architecture

Pieces of Art and Pops of Colours Is the Perfectly Handcrafted Recipe for this Bengaluru Home

With heirlooms passed down through generations and traditional South Indian elements, this home reflects its residents’ personalities. Handcrafted Athangudi tiles and locally painted artworks set the trend for the spaces that unfold.

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2023: 5 Homes That Blend Vernacular Techniques with Modern Design

Vernacular homes are becoming more popular among architects and homeowners as a way to create sustainable homes. These traditional techniques rooted in regional customs and materials, are coming back to provide a special fusion of practicality, cultural resonance, and eco-friendliness.

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2023: 5 Luxe Homes to Experience a Taste of Extravagance

At Buildofy grandeur surpasses the mundane contemplation of luxury and redefines through one of the many beautiful homes we broadcast, elegant chic of design in architecture, here are a few projects from around India.

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2023: 5 Courtyard Houses That Stand the Test of Time

Courtyards have been around for centuries, providing respite from the harsh weather conditions but in modern times, they still reign high, as a testament to sustainability. Let’s take a walk down memory lane to revisit the new-age courtyard homes that serve as a feature celebrating Indian heritage.

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2023: Watch India’s Top 5 Compact Homes that Redefined Modern Living

Today when living sustainably is becoming more and more important, compact house designs have come to light as a breath of fresh air. These creative layouts combine functionality, modern style, and a hint of vintage charm while also making the most of the available space.

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2023: 10 Most Watched Home Tours on Buildofy

From ultra-luxury modern residences to modest homes honoring the essence of Indianness, a tapestry of homes was under the lens this year. Buildofy sneaks a peek at its archives for the homes that were the showstoppers of 2023.

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This house transitions from a compact space to an open home around a skylight.

The house aptly earns its name from a skylight, serving as the primary feature that dictates the placement of the surrounding spaces. It adds ample brightness and liveliness into the home, which was the design’s ultimate goal.

contemporary homes

This 6,000 sq. ft. Bengaluru Home Breathes Visual Symphony Into an Idiom

The residence features emerald nooks shining between a chic neutral palette. The layout seamlessly blends, while concurrently contrasting the interior with the exterior elements.

Traditional Homes

This 2,200 sq. ft. Home in Kerala is Packed with Traditional Elements Fused with a Pop of Colour

Hridayam is equal parts traditional and contemporary with a fusion of materials. Its layout brings the family together for heartfelt conversations and bonding.

Unique Facade

This 6,275 sq. ft. home is a Thoughtful Insertion of Sustainability in Rajkot’s Concrete Landscape

This home stands as the epitome of sustainability staying true to its name. Standing on the principle of the 3 R’s- Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle, it exudes a warm aura reminiscent of a playful home.

Unique Facade

The Red Man’s House: Harmonizing Vastu Principles with Contemporary Living

Welcome to The Red Man's House, a meticulously curated abode in Vadodara, Gujarat, built to seamlessly suit the demands of a joint family while adhering to Vastu Shastra principles.

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A Luxurious Cocoon House Melding Elegance and Sustainability in every step

Mr. and Mrs. Khosla had a vision to construct a residence that mirrors their affluent tastes and embraces their wanderlust spirit. Their diverse travels have garnered an abode that accommodates their treasures and embodies their opulent lifestyle intertwined with environmental values.

Traditional Homes

Chennai’s Timeless Home Weathers Beautifully, Bridging the Land and Sea

Wrapped around a massive courtyard, this weekend home slows down the residents for a tranquil experience. With ingeniously used local material it blends seamlessly with its surroundings.

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House of Seasons: This 2,940 sq. ft. Minimalistic Home in Punjab embraces its’ Raw Textures

This home in Amritsar embraces its residents with warmth, boasting a peculiar curvy façade without masking of concrete on the bricks, and is reminiscent of the pious nature of its location.

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Sailing the Waves of Innovation: The Boathouse is a Fusion of Nature and Architecture

Nestled on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, the Boathouse stands as a remarkable testament to innovative architecture. With its rustic concrete walls and large wooden windows surrounded by lush greenery, this abode seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings.

luxury homes

What’s A Luxury House Without Windows? Enter The Enclosure

Challenging the basics of architectural design, the Enclosure in Ahmedabad reimagines what a formless structure can look like and delivers a home like none other.

urban homes

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