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Architecture and design studio based in Bengaluru.
Research Lab in Bangalore: Materials and Landscape Research Lab in Bangalore: Materials and Landscape (Continued from previous post) Materials The materials for the new phrase were selected to have their own aesthetic while blending with the existing development. Exposed concrete, with its neutral palette, was selected as one of the new materials. Aluminium fins were introduced to shield the cabins from direct sunlight, while also serving as a distinctive architectural feature. The building was segmented materially such that the bottom portion feels heavier, the middle feels lighter with a layer of glass shielded by fins, while the topmost is lightest with jali walls covering the semi-open service area on the terrace. Landscape Landscape was a primary consideration for this project, taking care to ensure that all the existing trees were retained. The building footprint was designed to accommodate existing landscape. The two phases of the campus, twenty years apart, have successfully come together to create an aesthetic space that merges a service-intensive environment like a lab with a natural and pleasing work atmosphere. A bio-pond was designed as a central feature, around which shaded walking paths allow for quick breaks in the middle of the work day. Several of the meeting rooms and individual cabins look into this central bio-pond and greenery. With the bio-pool, the open lobby spaces and the abundance of trees, the entire campus has a pleasant micro-climate. The client was particularly invested in creating a lush, natural landscape, and a landscape was created with a dense mix of local, tropical species. Grass pavers and VDF flooring was used in the external areas. Services The project was highly service-oriented with extensive HVAC and exhaust requirements.There is an animal testing centre that is used for vaccine development, a discovery lab and a chemistry lab among other facilities. The service floor was thus created on the terrace to accommodate all the necessary infrastructure that is visibly shielded from the outside through concrete jalis. Design team: Sanjay Mohe, Pradeep Sidenur (@pradeepsidenur), Manjunath, Krishna (@krishnadhinesh ) Photos: @venkateshrm #bangalorearchitects
Research Lab at Bengaluru: Design and Planning T Research Lab at Bengaluru: Design and Planning This first phase building was one of Mindspace’s first independent projects that was completed in 2005. A second phase came almost two decades later, and the design merged seamlessly with the earlier development. The first project comprised a large main entrance plaza, a central spine and a series of lab spaces with the lower level was largely left open. Over the years, the campus evolved into a green haven with several old trees. For the new proposal that began in 2022, preserving this greenery was a condition that both the clients and we as architects wanted to fulfil. The design and footprint of the old project allowed for the new buildings to be designed to retain the existing trees while introducing more landscape elements. The two ends of the site have a level difference of around 4 m, amounting to nearly one storey. This site contour was maintained, with the building following the slope. Some portions of the new phase were built on former interior roads, and the central spine from the original project was retained to ensure smooth and comfortable circulation throughout the campus. A connection between the two phases was made at the second floor with the director’s cabin, to allow access to both buildings. (Continued in next post) Design Team: Sanjay Mohe, Pradeep Sidenur (@pradeepsidenur), Manjunath, Krishna (@krishnadhinesh) Photos: Mindspace #bangalorearchitects #contemoraryarchitecture #campusdesign #mindspacearchitects
Walk through the project : Casagrand Boulevard De Walk through the project : Casagrand Boulevard Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N(@nareshmedappa), Ar. Ankur Srivastava(@ankursrivastava_cb) Ar. Febin Frederick(@febinfrederick), Ar. Shiv Nayak(@shiv.nayak0) Photos: @shamanthpatilphotography #bangalorearchitects #residentialproject #conmunitydesign #contemporaryarchitects apartmentdesign
Casagrand Boulevard: Design of Landscape and Ameni Casagrand Boulevard: Design of Landscape and Amenities (3/3) The built form is organised around a series of outdoor courts that serve as green lungs and community spaces. These courts were planned at a comfortable,human scale to enable better neighbourhood interaction, and care was taken in the placement of inward-facing units to ensure privacy. The circulation paths within these open spaces follow a deliberately shifted axis, creating a sense of spatial dynamism and discovery as one moves through the site. The recreational amenities like the swimming pools, amphitheatre and gym, rather than being restricted to one ‘clubhouse block’, are integrated along these pedestrian paths. Each outdoor court has a different set of amenities, creating diverse experiences across the site. At its core, the masterplan aims to foster vibrant community life, access to greenery and an elevated quality of life for its residents. Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N(@nareshmedappa), Ar. Ankur Srivastava(@ankursrivastava_cb) Ar. Febin Frederick(@febinfrederick), Ar. Shiv Nayak(@shiv.nayak0) #bangalorearchitects #residentialproject #conmunitydesign #contemporaryarchitects #apartmentdesign
Casagrand Boulevard: Design and planning (2/3) Th Casagrand Boulevard: Design and planning (2/3) The master plan accommodates a high FAR programme through compact, linear blocks while ensuring ample open spaces and landscape integration. The project has a total of 523 houses, with a balanced mix of 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments. The G+4 blocks are spread across a 7-acre linear site that has a gentle-east west slope. The natural gradient was used to divide the building masses into two tiers, aligning with the topography and minimising cut-and-fill operations. The blocks are distributed strategically to optimise density without compromising livability. The apartment is accessed via a looped road on the southern edge, and the internal layout facilitates both connectivity and control. Vehicular movement from the main gate directly leads to the basement, allowing the ground plane to remain car-free and pedestrian-friendly. This not only enhances safety, but also promotes social interaction and outdoor activity. . . . Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N(@nareshmedappa), Ar. Ankur Srivastava(@ankursrivastava_cb) Ar. Febin Frederick(@febinfrederick), Ar. Shiv Nayak(@shiv.nayak0) #bangalorearchitects #residentialproject #conmunitydesign #contemporaryarchitects #apartmentdesign
Casagrand Boulevard: Introduction (1/3) Casagran Casagrand Boulevard: Introduction (1/3) Casagrand Boulevard is a low-rise residential development at the urban periphery of Bengaluru. As a commercial, real estate project, it came with the requirements of high density in a fairly limited space. But within this framework, the design sets out to bring in openness, greenery and a feeling of community living in harmony with nature. The master plan was conceived around community-focused design principles, prioritising resident wellness, interaction and access to landscape. The built form was integrated with the landscape to create a coherent, interactive living environment, while the individual apartments were meticulously designed to ensure optimal ventilation, natural daylight, and privacy. To bring in a sense of visual porosity and rhythm to the facade, double-height punctures were introduced in strategic places by removing the built mass. Staggered balconies and variation in the fenestration also help prevent monotony, giving the elevation of each block more character and identity. . . . Design Team: Principal Architect: Medappa PN (@nareshmedappa), Ar. Ankur Srivastava (@ankursrivastava_cb), Ar. Febin Fredrick (@febinfrederick), Ar. Shiv Nayak (@shiv.nayak0) Photos: @shamanthpatilphotography #ContemporaryArchitecture #ResidentialArchitecture #UrbanResidence #BangaloreArchitects #communitydesign
Bagchi Karunashraya, Bhubaneshwar(3/3): Material P Bagchi Karunashraya, Bhubaneshwar(3/3): Material Palette and Local Inspirations The materials were selected to blend in with nature while responding to the site geography and geology. As an ode to the site which was a laterite quarry, the cladding was done in laterite stone. Grey was extensively used with kota flooring, and cobbles on walls.The palette, profile, and location of buildings near the waterbody was also inspired in part by the temples of the region. Odisha is a state rich in traditional art and craft, with several unique art forms like pattachitra, saura art, sambhalpuri weaves and dhokra art. The nearby village of Raghurajpur is a crafts village where every home is an artisan’s home, and the entire village is painted with traditional pattachitra artwork. These art forms were incorporated into the buildings in various ways: through the artwork inlay in recessed panels on the walls, in the horizontal band on the facade, and even in the geometrical motifs pattern of carpets in the auditorium. The wall art was done by local artists in collaboration with the project architects to be adapted to the form of the building. The animal sculptures in the waterbody, made of waste metal, were also inspired from traditional metal work. Ultimately, the design aimed at reflecting the compassion and care which the management strives for. Being surrounded by people working with dedication and compassion for a good cause was an inspiration to bring out the best as architects. A project like this resonates so deeply that the feeling is that of designing a space that can rise from the earth and connect to the cosmos. Full blog of the project to follow! . . . Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N (@nareshmedappa), Febin Frederick (@febinfrederick), Sahana Malagatti(@sahanamalagatti ), Shweta Chandran (@shwtachndrn) , Uday Kumar Structural consultant: Ramkumar (Rays Consulting Engineers) Completion: September 2024 Photos: @shamanthpatilphotography , Mindspace Awards: THE PLAN Awards 2025
Bagchi Karunashraya, Bhubaneshwar(2/3): Design and Bagchi Karunashraya, Bhubaneshwar(2/3): Design and Layout The 20 acre site In Bhuvaneshwar is located on a laterite bed. Two existing pits that existed on the site were retained, creating rainwater harvesting ponds, and an additional shallow water body introduced. The building was placed along the edge of the quarry, spread around central landscaped plazas, to harness the views of the water and maximise access to greenery. This results in a meditative space with an interplay of built and unbuilt spaces. The built form follows the gradual gradient of the site, with gradual drops and ramps allowing barrier-free movement throughout the campus. The functional spaces such as the Outpatient Department, Administrative Block, In-patient Wards, Nurses’ Housing, Learning Center, Auditorium, and Staff Residences are dispersed according to function, privacy requirements, and topography. The staff are the heart and soul of the hospice, and it is their compassion and dedication that keep the space running. It was important to give them not only comfortable and functional areas, but also give exclusive spaces to refresh and recharge after work. Since they live on the site, care was taken to design the nurses and doctor residences in a way that helps them disconnect, retreat into their own private space before coming back to work their next shift. The outpatient department was arranged around the waterbody, and the L shape of the wards provides the nurses with best visibility from the central nursing station. Beds and chairs can be easily wheeled out to the verandahs, making them a spillover space to come closer to nature. Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N (@nareshmedappa), Febin Frederick (@febinfrederick), Sahana Malagatti(@sahanamalagatti ), Shweta Chandran (@shwtachndrn) , Uday Kumar Structural consultant: Ramkumar (Rays Consulting Engineers) Completion: September 2024 Photos: @shamanthpatilphotography Awards: THE PLAN Awards 2025
Bagchi Karunashraya: Introduction (1/3) There may Bagchi Karunashraya: Introduction (1/3) There may be an end to cure, but there is no end to care’ Karunashraya, literally meaning ‘abode of compassion’ is a hospice centre that aims to give compassionate care to terminally ill cancer patients who are beyond cure. A collaborative initiative by the Indian Cancer Society and Rotary Bangalore Indiranagar, the first campus of Karunashraya came up in Bengaluru in the 1990s over several phases and has been providing free-of-cost treatment for over two decades. Karunashraya aims to be a place where high quality care and the calm environment exuded by the architecture and nature can give people dignity in the last stages of life. The new centre at Bhubaneshwar, funded by Indian entrepreneur Subrato Bagchi, is a comprehensive palliative care centre encompassing care wards, training centres, counselling rooms, guest rooms and housing for nurses and doctors, and an auditorium. Recently, it won the international Plan Award 2025 in the Health category, presented in Milan, Italy. At Karunashraya, where the residents are beyond recovery, the design intends to bring in a sense of peace and ensure an environment of utmost comfort and care. It is universally accepted that nature has the ability to calm people. The wards and care units at Bagchi Karunashraya are all nestled amidst greenery, earthy landscape and water to lend an atmosphere of calm to the residents. Detailed blog coming soon! Design Team: Principal Architect Medappa P N (@nareshmedappa), Febin Frederick (@febinfrederick), Sahana Malagatti(@sahanamalagatti ), Shweta Chandran (@shwtachndrn) , Uday Kumar Structural consultant: Ramkumar (Rays Consulting Engineers) Completion: September 2024 Photos: @shamanthpatilphotography Awards: THE PLAN Awards 2025
School and Community Development Centre, Mulshi: D School and Community Development Centre, Mulshi: Design Drawings The site is a deeply sloped terrain, around 50 km from Pune, surrounded by hills. The region has very high rainfall. The design followed the contours of the site with minimal cutting or filling. The dormitories were designed in multi-level modules following the site slope. The building was made to sit on the ground very gracefully and become part of the terrain. The primary focus of the design was to enable a feeling of openness, and staying rooted to the local aesthetic help students to feel at home. The ‘classrooms’ were designed without any solid walls, but rather used jalis on all sides, to prevent a feeling of being enclosed or confined. Large overhangs on the roof protect the indoors from the rain. The school includes classrooms, dining areas, kitchen, dormitories, guest rooms, common areas and spaces for traditional sports like archery and Mallakhamb. A portion of the school was also accessible to the local community for meetings and gatherings, and separate access was created for external entry without disturbing the school activities. The school also has a symbolic observation tower which was requested by the clients. Project architects: Sanjay Mohe, Pradeep S (@pradeepsidenur ), Krishna Dinesh (@krishnadhinesh), Avinash Ankalge (@avinash__ankalge) Structural consultant: Ramkumar (Rays Consulting Engineers) Project and Construction by @rohanbuilders #archlovers #architecture #design #architectsofindia #schooldesign
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