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Facade Design and Materiality for Modern Homes

byCrest ArchitectsBased in Kalyan Nagar; Takes projects across Bengaluru & Pan-IndiaStarts from₹4,800 per sq. ft.View full gallery

The facade functions as a building's primary narrative. We employ an honest palette—timber, exposed concrete, and stone—to create elevations that are texturally rich and climatically responsive.

The front elevation of Villa re:FORM, showcasing a layered composition of slatted pergolas, a glass-railed balcony, and dark-clad lower volumes.

A detail of the Long House facade, where a rich timber-clad wall is punctuated by a sleek, horizontal window. The glass balcony above maintains a sense of lightness.

The 'Floating Walls' project is defined by its dynamic interplay of solid white masses, timber-clad sections, and deep-set windows, creating a sculptural street presence.

The 'Framed House' uses bold, intersecting white volumes to create deep-set openings and a powerful minimalist aesthetic. A textured grey panel adds a contrasting element.

A view of Villa re:FORM through the surrounding landscape, showing how the architectural lines of the pergolas and facade integrate with the natural greenery.

A close-up of the angled wooden pergolas at Villa re:FORM. This detail shows the craftsmanship and the way the structure is designed to filter sunlight.

The interplay of horizontal lines at Villa re:FORM, from the cantilevered balcony to the slatted soffit, creates a cohesive and modern architectural language.

An evening view of the Long House, where the composition of stacked, horizontal volumes is illuminated, highlighting its clean lines and minimalist clarity.

The entrance to 'Shiva Ananda Nilyam' (Villa re:FORM), where a custom concrete nameplate complements the modern, natural material palette of the renovated home.

The side elevation of The Quarry House reveals its composition of heterogeneous cuboidal volumes, with a prominent concrete cantilever defining the upper level.

About Facade Design & Materiality

Our facades function as climate-responsive skins rather than purely decorative shells. When we integrate materials—such as natural timber for thermal warmth or exposed concrete for structural permanence—we conduct a careful analysis of the building's orientation to filter harsh sunlight while maintaining visual permeability, ensuring the structure breathes alongside its inhabitants.

Award-winning design for residential elevations. — Approved by the tribe
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Crest Architects

Based in Kalyan Nagar; Takes projects across Bengaluru & Pan-IndiaStarts from ₹4,800 per sq. ft.

We are Vikas and Vishwas, architects who believe that a building should reveal itself gradually. Our team finds balance in raw materials and bold, cantilevered forms that push the boundaries of conventional residential architecture.

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A closer look at the facade, highlighting the interplay of textures. The vertical slats, smooth plaster, and rough stone wall create a visual rhythm, while the planter box adds a touch of nature to the modern structure.
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