--- title: "Award-Winning Architectural Design Projects by Crest Architects" description: "Explore our award-winning architectural projects, including the Framed House and Floating Walls. Crest Architects offers expert residential design services." canonical: https://mytribe.in/crest.architects/custom-home-design-architecture/portfolio-showcase-awards last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Award-Winning Residential Architecture and Design Portfolio Tribe Verified · Recipient of World Architecture Community Awards By [Crest Architects](https://mytribe.in/crest.architects) · Based in Kalyan Nagar; Designs homes across Bengaluru & Pan-India · ₹450 per sq ft (estimate) Part of [Custom Home Design & Architecture](https://mytribe.in/crest.architects/custom-home-design-architecture). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/crest.architects/custom-home-design-architecture/gallery) A selection of our realized projects, where architectural intent meets spatial harmony through disciplined geometry and precise material expression. ## Photos and videos - ![Our project 'Floating Walls' was honored with a World Architecture Community Award. The design is a play of slits and masses, creating a dynamic tropical modern home that engages with its surroundings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96e80612-ee58-442d-b33f-71013c2caf83) - ![The 'Floating Walls' residence, where angled white walls and timber-clad volumes create a sense of lightness and movement. The design carefully balances privacy with a strong connection to the outdoors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb6d1fa3-5a28-4b17-ae0e-e71c9832d7c5) - ![The dining area in the 'Floating Walls' project, situated within a double-height space and flanked by a central courtyard. The design ensures the home is filled with light and has a constant connection to nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8fa5d20-7e8e-4b6b-9743-66cc1ca73870) - ![We are proud to have received a World Architecture Community Award for our 'Floating Walls' project. This recognition celebrates our dedication to creating innovative and contextually sensitive residential architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e3c1dc8a-cceb-4c78-9d64-70969df5a2c6) - ![We were honored to have our 'Framed House' project nominated for the ArchDaily Building of the Year Award 2022. This project is a study in minimalist forms and the interplay of solid and void.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc187265-a61d-4aac-8289-64b206a5053c) - ![Our 'Framed House' project received a World Architecture Community Award in 2021. This award recognizes the project's realized architectural quality and its contribution to contemporary residential design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2142bc21-fd58-4591-a40b-b46e69f5d600) - ![The 'Framed House' facade is composed of intersecting white and concrete-textured planes that create framed views and openings. The minimalist design carves a distinct niche in its landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed12979e-0970-445d-88f7-b6da0857b5d0) - ![The rear elevation of the 'Framed House,' showcasing two parallel, monolithic volumes. This composition of simple, powerful forms is a hallmark of our minimalist design approach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b1c3200f-a258-4c2f-93aa-12330543c41e) - ![The 'Framed House' at twilight. The home's geometric purity is accentuated by landscape lighting, creating a serene and sculptural presence as day turns to night.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c1500b1-736e-42bb-8316-9e675afac9c5) - ![A view into the dining and kitchen area of the 'Framed House.' The interior is framed by a thick timber portal, creating a deliberate and picturesque composition that connects adjacent spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0c40f4a-7000-4c25-a815-ba656e79a882) - ![The dining space in the 'Framed House' combines cool blue chairs with the warmth of timber screens and natural light. The design creates a fresh, calm atmosphere perfect for family meals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30ab25e3-a35d-4d2b-9000-debbc438e2e8) - ![The double-height puja space in the 'Framed House.' Vertical timber slats and a high window create a serene, light-filled niche for spiritual reflection, showcasing our ability to craft modern sacred spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5da87fd2-4377-47e8-a17d-8f07c8a121db) - ![A view looking up the staircase of the 'Framed House.' The continuous spiral is lined with polished wood, creating a warm, twirling vortex of texture and form that draws the eye upward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91e526f3-b559-4d52-b04b-f93bc4ae621b) - ![A physical model of the 'Framed House.' We use architectural models as a tool to study form, mass, and light, helping us refine the design before construction begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aec55eed-4e86-41e0-88e8-08a86a151cba) - ![A comparison of the final built 'Framed House' and its initial concept model. This shows the successful translation of our design vision from a small-scale model to a full-scale architectural reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ca30ecf-0d8b-4a80-8d1d-a3db453c6844) - ![A duplicate of the previous image, this side-by-side of the 'Framed House' and its model highlights the fidelity of our design process, from conceptualization to realization.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff046a82-5013-4bb3-9f8c-1e8104093d58) - ![A duplicate of the 'Framed House' architectural model, showcasing the clean lines and volumetric composition that defined the project from its inception.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6606e22-4317-4a52-be54-c0a64eb37d7c) - ![Another view of the physical model for the 'Framed House.' These models are essential to our process, allowing us to test and communicate our architectural ideas with clarity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/32dd0322-b9c9-42ed-b4a7-4eab1822b2e2) - ![A duplicate of the 'Framed House' model, this image provides another angle on the conceptual massing study that guided the project's development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/747cc6ab-0e22-436c-9735-885943c6e6b4) - ![A duplicate of image 164, this photo shows the 'Framed House' at dusk, where its clean, geometric forms are highlighted by subtle architectural lighting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b0a6ff3e-738c-48a1-b44a-3447392a045a) - ![A duplicate of the ArchDaily award nomination graphic for 'Framed House,' celebrating its recognition as a significant work of residential architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e16cb606-1d1e-469e-8cd5-48db1f0556b0) - ![Another copy of the 'Framed House' award nomination, which we share to acknowledge the recognition our work has received from the global design community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b2d45a7-0333-46b2-9107-c6abe586b377) - ![A duplicate image celebrating the nomination of 'Framed House' for the prestigious Building of the Year Award.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/faf9dd29-3259-465b-b8f0-9d2be5bb6775) - ![This image is a duplicate, shared to announce the nomination of our 'Framed House' project for a major architectural award.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d32af985-442f-450e-aa5e-f7ca0533d29b) - ![A duplicate image of the 'Framed House' award nomination announcement from ArchDaily.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c337f330-5193-4463-a934-4e566f1774a5) - ![A duplicate of the World Architecture Community Award announcement for 'Framed House,' highlighting this significant honor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3effd006-a0fc-4333-8692-b86f209d6c51) - [Video: This video showcases a compact living room where thoughtful design creates an expanded experience. The space is filled with light from double-height windows, and the polished marble floor reflects the greenery outside, enhancing the sense of openness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3058bcce-2b81-4826-9e0f-fca74af60114) - [Video: A compilation of the unique and innovative staircases we have designed. From floating treads cantilevered from suspended walls to sculptural spiral forms, this video highlights how we elevate staircases from mere function to architectural art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e25df241-2a78-4326-9cf8-e7ae310663c1) ## About Portfolio Showcase & Awards We frequently employ physical models during the design phase to study how light, mass, and shadow interact before construction commences. Comparing these initial structural studies to the completed residences illustrates our rigorous methodology in translating abstract geometric concepts into tangible, livable spaces. ### Our Design Philosophy At Crest Architects, we approach every project as an exploration of form and function. Our methodology is rooted in the belief that residential architecture should be an architecture of intention. We move away from decorative excess, favoring raw materials like exposed concrete, natural stone, and timber to create buildings that feel anchored to their environment. ### Notable Projects - **Framed House:** Recognized by the World Architecture Community and nominated for an ArchDaily Building of the Year Award, this project defines our focus on the interplay of solid and void. The facade utilizes intersecting planes to create framed views, ensuring the interior experience is as considered as the external form. - **Floating Walls:** This project received a World Architecture Community Award for its successful engagement with its site. By manipulating slits and masses, we created a tropical modern residence that prioritizes privacy while maintaining a fluid connection with the outdoors. ### The Process Our service extends from the preliminary site analysis to the final construction. We provide a comprehensive package that includes: - **Architectural Shell & Structural Design:** Site analysis, Vastu-compliant zoning, and structural coordination for cantilevered elements. - **End-to-End Execution:** Integration of interior architecture, landscape planning, and MEP layouts to ensure that the building's identity remains consistent from the facade down to the joinery details. Whether through the sculptural quality of a staircase or the strategic placement of a central courtyard, our goal is to create residences that remain resilient and relevant over time. ## About Crest Architects We are Vikas and Vishwas. Architecture for us is a pursuit of precision, where raw materials are carefully orchestrated to define space. We lead Crest Architects with a singular focus on creating homes that engage deeply with their site and climate. 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