Behind the Scenes: Our Construction Process
From raw site mud to finished structural form. See how we bring complex, sustainable designs to life across Delhi and Noida.
The facade of 'The Waterfall' house in Noida taking shape. This view shows the multi-level balconies and large glass openings that will define the building's exterior, with the sculptural brick element visible at the base.
Another view of the Waterfall house under construction, highlighting its volumetric design with cantilevered balconies and double-height window openings. The raw concrete and brick structure shows the building's modern form.
The curved brick structure at the base of the Waterfall house, seen here during construction. This 'brick globule' is designed to be a sculptural element that glows like a lantern at night.
A close-up of the curved brickwork on the Waterfall house. This image shows the craftsmanship involved in laying each brick to create a smooth, flowing surface that merges into the concrete ceiling above.
The single-story spiral staircase for the Waterfall house being fabricated. I design staircases to be sculptural objects that can be appreciated from a distance, and this one will be a central feature within a large, light-filled volume.
A 3D render of the final vision for the Waterfall house. This shows the intended finish of the exposed brick, the large glass panels, and the rooftop structure, providing a clear picture of the completed project.
The ground floor of the Waterfall house under construction, showing the relationship between the parking area, the supportive columns, and the sculptural brick element.
Preparing for a concrete pour at the Waterfall project in Noida. This image shows the brick infills being laid out in an elliptical design before the reinforcement and concrete are added, a key step in creating the exposed brick slab.
A mason carefully places perforated bricks according to the design for the exposed slab. This technique reduces the amount of concrete needed and creates a unique, textured ceiling finish.
Work underway on the brick infill slab. This hands-on process requires precision and skill to ensure the final result is both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing.
About Works in Progress
Notice the brick infills in the slab casting photos. This is not decorative, it is a deliberate structural choice. We use perforated brick voids to reduce the total volume of concrete required, which lightens the dead load and acts as a thermal buffer, helping interiors stay cooler naturally without depending on heavy AC units.
Architecture in the real world is messy, loud, and demanding. What you see here is the 'Waterfall' project in Noida in its raw state. This is where the theory meets the reality of site constraints.
The Anatomy of a Build
We do not just build boxes. For the Waterfall house, we focused on:
- Thermal Engineering: The perforated brick filler slabs you see being laid are designed to act as a heat sink. It is a labor-intensive process that requires masons to align every brick perfectly, but it creates a ceiling that breaths.
- Sculptural Geometry: We steer clear of standard linear forms. You can see the elliptical layouts in our slab shuttering and the curved brick globules at the base. These are not easy to construct, but they offer structural integrity and aesthetic movement.
- Vertical Circulation: We treat staircases as the central art piece of a home. We fabricate these on-site, welding and curving metal into forms that appear to float, ensuring they look just as intentional from a distance as they do up close.
Why We Document the Mess
Most firms hide their construction sites behind polished hoardings and renderings. We show the rebar, the shuttering, and the brick dust because this is where the house is actually made. If you want a residence that relies on clever engineering and honest, local materials rather than expensive finishes and glass facades, this is the environment we operate in. We work across Delhi NCR and Hyderabad, taking on projects where the client values the structural process as much as the final result.
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