Our Architectural Portfolio and Design Process
A collection of our ongoing work, conceptual explorations, and the detailed craft behind our projects, reflecting our commitment to slow living and nature.
A living space at the DUA Villa, where a shaft of light from a high window illuminates the curved, lime-plastered walls. The interplay of grand volumes and intimate, carved-out niches is a hallmark of this project.
A detail of the Brutalist-inspired oak sideboard in the Corner House dining room. The deep, geometric carving on the doors adds a strong textural element to the space.
A site photo from the House of Galleries, showing our team on the timber mockup. This hands-on process of testing and refining details on site is crucial to the success of our projects.
Two of our team members on the timber joinery mockup for the House of Galleries. Our process is highly collaborative, and we value the direct involvement of our team in the construction and fabrication process.
A view of the rafter joineries at the House of Galleries, showing the complex intersection of timber beams. The exposed structure is a key aesthetic and tectonic element of the design.
A detail of a custom-designed hinge for a large wooden door at the DUA Villa. The robust, dark metal hardware provides a strong visual contrast to the warm teak wood.
The custom-designed brass latch on an arched wooden door at DUA Villa. The hardware is designed to be both ergonomic and beautiful, a small detail that enhances the daily experience of the home.
The process of designing the bespoke brass handles for the DUA Villa. We went through numerous iterations in sketches and physical models to find the perfect form that would complement the villa's minimalist design.
Early design sketches for the custom door handles. This exploration of form and proportion is a critical first step in our process of creating unique, project-specific details.
A technical sketch for a custom-designed brass knob, showing the dimensions and knurled edge detail. This level of precision in our drawings ensures that the final fabricated piece matches our exact intent.
About Additional Work
Architecture is never just a final drawing. We work through physical models, material mockups, and site sketches to resolve every detail before construction begins. Whether it is refining the brass joinery for a villa door or testing rafter intersection in our studio, this hands-on approach ensures our designs respond to their specific environment.
Our practice operates at the intersection of architecture, landscape design, and interior detailing. This collection showcases the breadth of our work, ranging from large-scale residential villas to carefully curated interior renovations. At the core of every project is a dialogue between light, matter, and the site, whether we are working on a new build or reviving a historic space.
We prioritize a tactile experience. In our projects, such as the DUA Villa in Alibaug, we use natural materials like teak, Italian marble, and Kada plaster that age gracefully over time. Our team is involved in the entire lifecycle of a project, from structural interventions and zoning analysis to the selection of hardware and furnishings.
We often integrate architectural elements that are rarely seen in standard residential projects, such as sculptural winding staircases, circular skylights, and custom-fabricated brass fittings. By collaborating closely with artisans, structural engineers, and landscape experts, we ensure that the final result is not just a structure, but a sanctuary that feels connected to its surroundings. If you are looking for design that focuses on spatial flow, light, and enduring quality, our studio offers full-service architecture and interior design, from initial concept to the final walk-through.
Architecture Brio
We are Architecture BRIO, a design collective working between Mumbai and Rotterdam. Our practice is rooted in a dialogue between architecture and nature, where we prefer quiet, slow living spaces over flashy displays. Every project we take on is a collaborative effort involving architects, local craftspeople, and the landscape itself to create homes that age gracefully.
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