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The Courtyard Glasshouse: Biophilic Residential Design

byAmalgrain StudioBased in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru & KodaguStarts from₹2,400 per sq. ft.View full gallery

A 4,530 sq ft home designed to breathe with nature. Through double-height glass walls and self-shading courtyards, we create spaces that feel naturally comfortable throughout the seasons.

The outdoor dining terrace for the Courtyard Glasshouse, featuring a slatted pergola that creates dynamic light and shadow. This space is designed as a true extension of the interior, perfect for enjoying the Bangalore climate.

A full view of the double-height living room, showcasing how the extensive glazing frames the surrounding greenery. Our design ensures that nature is a constant, calming presence throughout the home.

The dining area seamlessly connects to an internal courtyard, blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors. The material palette is kept natural and light to enhance the sense of space and tranquility.

The ground floor plan for the Courtyard Glasshouse. You can see how the living, dining, and kitchen areas are organized around the central courtyards to maximize light, ventilation, and views.

The first-floor layout, showing the private spaces like the master bedroom and family lounge. The double-height volume over the living room below creates a sense of vertical connection and spaciousness.

The second-floor plan includes a terrace, bar, and gym. This level is designed as a private retreat with open-air amenities that take full advantage of the home's connection to the outdoors.

About The Courtyard Glasshouse: Biophilic Residential Design

This design hinges on passive climate control; by orienting the living areas around the central courtyard, we achieve natural cross-ventilation that keeps the home cool without constant AC usage. If you are planning a build, consider how your site’s wind and sun orientation can dictate your layout before finalising any floor plans.

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Amalgrain Studio

Based in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru & KodaguStarts from ₹2,400 per sq. ft.

At Amālgrain Studio, we believe architecture should do more than just provide shelter; it should belong to its environment. We obsess over the small, meaningful details, like the angle of a shadow or the texture of a wall, to create homes that feel inherently right for the climate.

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