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Behind the Design: Our Construction & Process

byAxiom Design StudioTakes projects across Delhi NCR and Karnal; Visit studio in Sector 41, NoidaStarts from80 ₹ per Sq. Ft. of Built-up AreaView full gallery

Architecture is about solving physical problems, not just drawing lines. We are on-site from the first sketch to the final brick to ensure what we design is exactly what we build.

We're working on a major retrofit of a 15,000 sq ft residential project in Noida. The client bought the property with an existing structure, and our task is to add a new floor and completely transform the layout to fit their vision.

This video shows the transformation of a drawing room on site. We removed walls and relocated a staircase to create a grand, open space with a double-height ceiling and a connection to an outdoor courtyard.

For this renovation, we created a grand, 25-foot-high double-height entrance by cutting out an existing slab. This dramatic change completely redefines the sense of arrival and connects the entrance directly to an internal courtyard.

On-site, explaining the design for this internal courtyard. We're using raw stone and a cascade fountain to bring an outdoor feeling inside. The space will also have a retractable roof, making it a flexible, open-to-sky area.

Here, we're walking through the drawing room of a project under construction. We planned a double-height space with a 22-foot tall stone feature wall, a glass curtain window overlooking a fountain, and warm veneer paneling.

This video explains the complex renovation of a 10,000 sq ft home. We transformed the layout, introduced a double-height drawing room, added a new floor by strengthening the existing structure, and integrated modern amenities throughout.

For this bungalow, we used a rat-trap brick bond. This technique creates a wall cavity, providing excellent thermal insulation to protect the home from the south sun, making it a sustainable and passive design choice.

Jamming is a detail we use to create a clean transition between different materials on the inside and outside of a window frame. Here, we used quartz internally and Gwalior stone externally for a neoclassical home.

We use flush skirting with a groove to create a clean, maintenance-free detail. This avoids dust accumulation and the groove allows for the natural expansion and contraction of different materials like stone and plaster, preventing cracks.

We use ply backing in curtain trenches and at chandelier bases for structural support. This ensures a solid surface for fixing, distributes the load evenly, and guarantees long-term durability for heavy curtains and light fixtures.

About Behind the Design: From Blueprint to Reality

We do not just design; we solve structural challenges. Whether it is cutting a concrete slab to create a double-height foyer or using rat-trap brick bonds to manage heat, every detail here exists for a functional reason. You are seeing the result of hundreds of on-site decisions made to ensure your home stands the test of time, rather than just looking good on paper.

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