Biophilic Commercial Design for Enchanted Spaces
I bring the wild indoors, merging structural design with nature to create spaces that breathe. See how I transformed the Tipsy Town rooftop in Ayodhya using biophilic principles.
The Tipsy Town rooftop at dusk, a moment when the architectural lighting begins to take over. The design aims to create a future forward space that still feels deeply connected to nature.
My love for biophilic design is evident in these custom tree-like light sculptures at Tipsy Town. They are not just light fixtures but artistic installations that merge technology with nature.
Watch as the lights at Tipsy Town turn on, transforming the space from a daylit lounge to a magical evening destination. The lighting is choreographed to enhance the mood.
The main dining hall at Tipsy Town in Ayodhya. I used a mix of checkered flooring, a rattan-paneled ceiling, and warm terracotta tones to create a vibrant yet elegant atmosphere.
A view from one of the arched seating areas at Tipsy Town, looking out over Ayodhya. The fairy light canopy creates a starry sky effect, making the space feel like a home in the city.
These sculptural lights are a key feature of the biophilic design at Tipsy Town, mimicking trees and bringing a sense of the natural world onto the urban rooftop.
Another view of the tree-like lights and arched cabanas, showing how the design creates a layered and visually interesting environment for guests to explore.
About this collection
When I work on a commercial space, I focus on the flow of light and greenery. For the Tipsy Town project, I integrated custom tree-like light sculptures and serpentine planters not just as decor, but as functional layout guides that lead visitors through the space. This is how I build—by combining structural necessity with a deep, earthy connection to nature.
My approach to biophilic design goes beyond adding potted plants to a corner. It is about creating an environment that feels alive. I often start with a concept like a 'serpentine flow' or 'cave-like calm' and work backward to ensure the materials support that feeling.
The Process Behind the Build
For Tipsy Town in Ayodhya, the challenge was turning an open rooftop into an organic, enchanted hangout. I used retractable glass roofs to keep the connection to the sky, paired with bamboo-mat ceilings and warm, tactile plaster textures.
Working with Organic Materials
My toolkit is tactile. I work with lime wash, river stone, and custom cane furniture to create a sensory experience. If you are looking to design a cafe, restaurant, or boutique hotel that stands out, we should discuss how to make your walls tell a story.
Whether it is acoustic treatments for a lively lounge or a custom lighting plan that mimics a forest canopy, I handle the execution from the first sketch to the final site cleanup. My goal is to build spaces where people feel that specific sense of calm, that 'sukh and sukoon'. Let's build something that isn't just another commercial floor plan.
Aavyaktaya Architects
I am Akshay, and I believe a space should breathe. I design with mud, stone, and light to make interiors feel as natural as the outdoors. If you want a space that feels like a living, growing thing, we are going to get along well.
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