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byChandrakant S. KanthigaviBased in Jayamahal, Bengaluru; Takes projects across IndiaStarts from₹250 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-Up AreaView full gallery

I design spaces that respond to our climate and heritage. Here is a selection of my work that bridges the gap between built and unbuilt space in Bengaluru.

This is the 'House of Greens', a project that truly embodies my design philosophy. It was an honor to see it recognized as a finalist at the World Architecture Festival, a testament to our goal of creating homes that are one with nature.

The heart of the 'House of Greens' is this double-height living space. By using large windows and an open layout, we dissolved the barrier between indoors and outdoors, creating a pavilion that is constantly in dialogue with the garden.

The 'House Belaku' is a celebration of light and material. The brick jali screen is not just a design element; it's a functional skin that filters sunlight, ensures privacy, and creates a dynamic play of light and shadow throughout the day.

In this presentation on the 'House of Greens', I share the story behind the design. I explain how we drew inspiration from Bangalore's history as the "Garden City" to create a home that feels like a personal sanctuary, connected to nature at every level.

This is an aerial view of the Shiva Shakti Dham temple complex in Hubli. Tackling a project of this scale was a humbling experience, where we focused on master planning a spiritual journey that respects tradition while creating a serene environment for thousands of devotees.

The concept for the award-winning 'Brick Weave House' was inspired by the memory of traditional weaving. We translated this metaphor into an architectural form, creating a unique parametric brick facade that weaves together heritage and modern design.

This is a view from within the 'Plastreen' installation, looking up at the sky. We created this structure from thousands of waste plastic bottles to raise public awareness about sustainability, contrasting the plastic waste on the outside with the living green wall inside.

I was incredibly proud to accept the DesignScape Award for the 'Brick Weave House'. This national recognition for a private residence under 1500 sq. ft. reinforces my belief that thoughtful, innovative design can make an impact at any scale.

Physical models are a crucial part of my design process. This model for the 'Heal & Heaven' project helped us and the client visualize the interplay between the clinic on the lower levels and the residential duplex above, ensuring the form truly followed its dual function.

For 'A Home by the Park', we aimed to create a feeling of tropical luxury. The design opens up to a central courtyard with a water body, seamlessly connecting the living spaces and bringing the tranquility of nature right into the heart of the home.

About Featured

Look closely at the brickwork in these projects; it is not just aesthetic. I use parametric modeling to design these facades to filter harsh sunlight while maintaining privacy for your family. Behind every photograph in this gallery, there is a physical scale model we built to test light, shadow, and ventilation before a single brick was laid on site.

Finalist: World Architecture Festival 2024 — Approved by the tribe
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Chandrakant S. Kanthigavi

Based in Jayamahal, Bengaluru; Takes projects across IndiaStarts from ₹250 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-Up Area

I am Chandrakant, and my work is rooted in my history as a local sculptor. I do not build glass boxes; I design homes that honor the memory of Bengaluru as a Garden City. We sit together, sketch, and build until the space feels like a natural extension of your life.

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This is the entrance I designed for Ekadanta, a 41-acre sustainable farming community. The brick archway creates a grand yet welcoming feel, setting the stage for a place where architecture and nature live in harmony. It's a first impression that speaks to our goal of blending luxury with eco-consciousness.7
A look into the central courtyard at Urban Gurukul, a K-12 school I designed. The space is a secure, vibrant play area for kindergarteners, using bright colors and open corridors to inspire joy and learning. My focus here was on creating interactive spaces that make education a hands-on experience.
This is a real-world example of my principles in action. The building uses compressed stabilized earth blocks (CSEB) and a Mangalore tile roof, materials local to the region. This approach, known as vernacular architecture, reduces environmental impact and creates structures that are naturally suited to the climate.

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Tropic ResponsesProjects across Bengaluru; Office in Arekere
This is the heart of The Courtyard Glasshouse project, where the dining area merges with an indoor garden. I designed this space with double-height glass walls to dissolve the boundary between inside and out, creating a home that breathes and is filled with natural light.8
The Ridgeway Escape in Coorg is a home designed to belong to the mountains. I used a mix of modern lines, local stone, and large glass panels to frame the stunning landscape, creating a structure that feels both contemporary and completely at one with its natural setting.
For the ALTURA residence, I designed this sunken living area to create an intimate, cozy space within a large, open-plan layout. The design brings people together, surrounded by subtle greenery and soft, ambient lighting for a feeling of modern luxury.
This is a render of The Meeting Pods, an innovative concept for an outdoor office space. I used a living green wall as a jali screen to provide natural cooling and a connection to nature, reimagining the modern workplace as a healthier, more inspiring environment.

Featured Architectural Projects and Design Concepts

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Amalgrain StudioBased in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru & Kodagu
This is what I mean by bringing the outside in. We designed this home with expansive floor-to-ceiling glass walls that dissolve the boundary between the living space and the serene Zen landscape outside, creating a tranquil, immersive experience.8
A contemporary villa designed for a compact plot in Bangalore. The structure uses a clean, minimalist aesthetic with strategic lighting that gives the home a warm, inviting glow after sunset, proving that modern design can also feel like a sanctuary.
This project board showcases our design for a climate-responsive corporate office. We used composite materials and terracotta blocks, along with a specially designed roof structure, to maximize natural light and ventilation, creating an energy-efficient and inspiring workspace.

Sustainable Architectural Design & Nature-Inspired Interiors

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Genesis ArchitectureStudio in BTM Layout; Projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad & Coimbatore
The 'Breathe' residence, where the structure is designed as a living, breathing skin. The building, with its perforated earth-block walls, is enveloped by a native landscape of wild grasses, demonstrating how architecture and nature can exist in true companionship.8
At the 'Aamra' farmhouse, life unfolds around a mature mango tree, which serves as the heart of the home. The design prioritizes the existing landscape, creating a built form that respects and integrates with the natural environment, offering spaces for quiet contemplation and family life.
This is a view of the eco-sensitive landscape I designed at Kaggalipura, overlooking the Bannerghatta forest range. The design focuses on creating a rich habitat using native plant landscaping to attract local wildlife, turning the entire site into a sanctuary.
The concept of 'Jagli katte', a traditional sitting verandah, is central to the 'Aamra' project. Here, it becomes a space for leisure and connection, demonstrating how landscape design can foster slowness and unhurried activities within a natural setting.

Featured Architectural Projects and Sustainable Landscapes

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BetweenlinesVisit Studio in BTM Layout; Projects across Karnataka
This is the Nairy Residence, a home designed for three generations on a trapezoidal corner site. The structure acts as a protective fortress at street level, while the upper levels open up, becoming porous to the surrounding light and landscape. The curved concrete roof and exposed brick volumes are a direct expression of this dual concept.8
My own studio at dusk, conceived as a translucent lantern framed by a mature rain tree. The design is an honest expression of its structure, with three robust concrete portals supporting suspended galleries. It is a living example of my belief in open, evolving spaces that foster creativity.
In the Nairy Residence, I create intimate moments of connection with the outdoors. This bedroom features a deep bay window seat, a quiet perch that frames the lush greenery outside, transforming a simple window into a personal retreat and filling the space with soft, natural light.
The main staircase is a central sculptural element within the Nairy Residence. A bold, green-painted steel beam supports the structure, creating a visual contrast with the raw brick wall and drawing the eye upwards towards a circular skylight, which bathes the double-height volume in daylight.

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Funktion DesignTakes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Studio in Sanjayanagara
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For this community swimming pool, the goal was to create a private, serene retreat within an urban setting. I used layered planting and shifts in level to build natural visual and acoustic barriers. The result is a minimal, sleek design where clean lines and curated textures create a peaceful escape.
This terrace is all about balanced design. The metal slat pergola creates a beautiful play of light and shadow, providing just enough shade without closing off the sky. A backdrop of vibrant shrubs and a multi-purpose ledge for a pantry or bar make this a highly functional and inviting outdoor living space.
This is a concept for a dynamic urban plaza. The design features sculptural seating pods inspired by lotus petals, crafted from lightweight aluminum and durable FRP. My aim here was to transform a public area into an interactive canvas, where functional elements become art and invite community engagement.

Featured Architectural & Landscape Projects

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Studio WightVisit studio at Richmond Road; Projects across Bengaluru

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