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House Belaku: Modern Brick Architecture in Bangalore

byChandrakant S. KanthigaviBased in Jayamahal, Bengaluru; Takes projects across IndiaStarts from₹350 ₹ per sq. ft.View full gallery

Built on a compact urban plot, this home balances privacy with nature. We used brick screens and passive cooling to keep the space bright, breezy, and deeply connected to the outdoors.

This video montage showcases the "House Belaku," from its striking exterior facade with the brick screen to the light-filled, double-height interior spaces.

The double-height living space is the heart of the home, visually connecting the two floors. The curved balcony and glass-encased lift add a sculptural, modern element to the interior.

A custom mural adorns the staircase wall, turning a functional space into an artistic journey. The design depicts a serene mountain landscape, adding color and personality.

A page from a publication showing the interior spaces and floor plans of "House Belaku." The layout 전략적으로 places open volumes to draw in light from the north and east.

The play of light through the brick *jali* screen is a key feature of the design. The sunlight projects a moving pattern onto the wooden floor, making the space feel alive.

About House Belaku: A Play of Light and Brick

Most people assume a tight urban plot means choosing between sunlight and privacy. In House Belaku, we used a custom brick jali screen as the solution. It filters light and allows cross-ventilation to keep the house cool, while completely blocking the view from the street. It is a simple, effective way to get that 'garden city' feel without compromising on personal space.

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Chandrakant S. Kanthigavi

Based in Jayamahal, Bengaluru; Takes projects across IndiaStarts from ₹350 ₹ per sq. ft.

I am Chandrakant. My team and I do not work with fixed templates or rigid plans. We design homes through conversation, sketching, and listening to how you actually live. If you want an architecture that respects your site's history and brings nature into your daily routine, I would love to hear your ideas.

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