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Residential Sanctuaries: Architecture Integrated with Landscape

byAUS ArchitectureBased in Indiranagar; Projects across Bengaluru & KeralaStarts from₹85 Per Sq. Ft. of Landscape AreaView full gallery

We believe a home should breathe with the land, not sit atop it. Our residential sanctuaries preserve the soul of your site, ensuring a seamless flow between architecture and nature.

An aerial perspective of the 'Coconut Cove' project, a residence designed to be enveloped by its lush, natural surroundings. The master plan carefully positioned the home to save the majority of the coconut trees, making them the central feature of the property.

The entrance to the 'Coconut Cove' residence, where the paved driveway curves around existing palm trees. This view demonstrates how landscape planning dictates the approach and initial experience of the home, immediately establishing a harmony with nature.

A daytime view of a grand residence in Kerala, showcasing clean architectural lines against soft, rolling lawns. The landscape design incorporates gentle slopes and strategically placed lighting to complement the building's stately presence.

The same Kerala residence illuminated at night. The landscape and architectural lighting scheme is designed to highlight key features, creating a dramatic and welcoming ambiance while ensuring safety and circulation after dark.

This top-down view reveals the geometric precision of the landscape design for the Kerala residence. The layout uses curved and linear forms to create distinct zones for planting, seating, and walking, guiding movement through the outdoor space.

A close-up of an outdoor seating area, showcasing the interplay of different materials and textures. The combination of rough-cut stone walls, patterned screens, and smooth paving creates a rich, tactile experience within the garden landscape.

About Residential Sanctuaries

We do not treat your land as a blank canvas to be cleared. Before drawing a single wall, we map the natural contours, sun paths, and existing trees. This site analysis informs our matrix design approach, ensuring your home settles into the terrain rather than fighting it.

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AUS Architecture

Based in Indiranagar; Projects across Bengaluru & KeralaStarts from ₹85 Per Sq. Ft. of Landscape Area

We are Shylesh and Mini, the two halves of AUS Architecture. Shylesh handles the disciplined design and structural integrity, while Mini ensures the space is functional, human-centric, and truly inhabitable. We don't just design houses; we create landscapes that happen to have rooms!

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The entrance to the Siri residence is revealed behind massive corten steel gates, hinting at the tropical sanctuary and unique architectural drama that lies within.
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