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title: "The Quarry House: Modern Cantilevered Home Design in Bengaluru"
description: "Explore the architectural design of The Quarry House. A prime example of tropical modern architecture, featuring exposed concrete, 18-foot cantilevers, and seamless indoor-outdoor living by Crest Architects."
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# The Quarry House: A Modern Cantilevered Residence

Tribe Verified · IIID Award-winning architectural residence in Bengaluru.

By [Crest Architects](https://mytribe.in/crest.architects) · Based in Kalyan Nagar; Designs homes across Bengaluru & Pan-India · ₹450 per sq ft (estimate)

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A study in structural precision, this residence features an 18-foot cantilevered concrete volume that harmoniously integrates with the tropical landscape of Hennur.

## Photos and videos

- ![The Quarry House, defined by its bold 18-foot cantilevered concrete volume. The design creates a powerful architectural statement while maintaining a harmonious relationship with the surrounding lawn and linear stone pathways.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5434d8f-481b-4f0c-93dc-cc8b9cf137e7)
- ![A frontal view of The Quarry House, showcasing the interplay of cantilevered masses. The upper volume provides shade and drama, while the ground floor remains open and connected to the landscape, featuring a tranquil water feature with quarry stones.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad337802-da62-4dcd-a85d-6262b1562863)
- ![The side elevation of The Quarry House reveals a complex arrangement of stacked and cantilevered volumes. The design uses exposed concrete to create a raw, monolithic aesthetic that is softened by the lush tropical planting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ee9b876-3ffd-4129-a6ef-6205e500c00f)
- ![Viewed from the street, The Quarry House presents a layered facade of concrete, glass, and greenery. The boundary wall, constructed from the same concrete, integrates seamlessly with the main structure and the thoughtfully designed landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b3750f59-9444-453a-a903-42a138c78b55)
- ![The interior is dominated by this sculptural, angular concrete wall that suspends a floating staircase. This element acts as a dynamic space divider between the dining area and the rest of the open-plan ground floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab93fd63-5eb5-41e7-8f6b-5c78322ff3b1)
- ![A closer view of the inimitable floating staircase, which is cantilevered from a suspended concrete wall. This gravity-defying feature is a testament to our focus on structural innovation and creating functional art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ce01fc6-b5d3-4636-8aee-6ad73b318a96)
- ![The double-height living area is bathed in natural light from large glass panels and skylights. The space is characterized by an exposed concrete ceiling and a minimalist aesthetic, with views of the garden from every angle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/916cb22b-c33a-44ea-abe1-5ae79d1beabb)
- ![Our design for the puja room reimagines a traditional space in a contemporary context. Enclosed in glass and positioned over a water body, it becomes a tranquil sanctuary, with a custom titanium panel featuring a sacred shloka.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d43bdf6-9681-47ae-ab30-4012a7e42c62)
- [Video: This video demonstrates the functionality of the sliding wooden rafter wall that separates the formal living area from the puja room. It allows the space to be private and serene, or opened up to become part of a larger celebratory area.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aa8906c4-d995-4ca4-8d2c-a3d2c8046f9e)
- ![A pathway of floating stone slabs crosses a serene water body, leading you through the garden. This image captures the essence of the home's landscape design, which aims to create a resort-like feeling of tranquility.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a202c71d-d550-433b-b6e2-2bac49a5ad98)
- ![The reflection in the glass facade merges the built form with the lush garden. This seamless connection between indoors and outdoors is a core principle of our architectural philosophy, creating a tranquil oasis for the residents.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9acb7b6-7cd3-444a-9a68-562edb925781)
- [Video: This video captures the beauty of The Quarry House during a downpour. A structural metal beam is ingeniously designed to double as a gutter, creating a natural waterfall that enhances the connection to the elements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ba619d71-99b9-4344-8ea3-fc3ada18e7b2)
- ![A person ascends the floating staircase, adding a sense of scale to the dramatic, suspended concrete wall. The transparency of the glass balustrade ensures the structure feels light and unobtrusive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15cc199f-4dd1-46d8-b655-6cf781301360)
- ![The upper-level corridor features a floor of black marble with dramatic white veining, contrasting with the raw concrete ceiling. Skylights run the length of the space, casting linear patterns of light and shadow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5d0ac82-545b-432b-8502-48350f526884)
- ![The dining area is situated in a double-height space, with skylights and large glass doors creating an airy, sunlit atmosphere. The view looks out onto the garden, making every meal an experience connected to nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eedd5570-c8e8-4201-9be0-c66d9418ade8)
- ![This bedroom combines the rawness of an exposed concrete ceiling and walls with the warmth of a leather headboard and wooden flooring. The full-height windows open onto a balcony, offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21a54e11-20da-44c3-be62-3e192d9c5744)
- ![In this bedroom, a feature wall of fluted wood paneling adds texture and warmth. The design is minimalist yet comfortable, creating a serene personal space for rest and relaxation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d13ac1e-14d4-452a-a4e6-d41cf947ab46)
- ![The side elevation of The Quarry House shows a composition of solid white and textured concrete volumes. This play of materials and forms creates a dynamic and visually interesting facade that changes with the light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bb4e9bd-48de-43a8-b57e-7e29fba885a3)
- ![A view of The Quarry House framed by the foliage of a nearby tree. The design intentionally integrates with the landscape, with trees and plants playing a key role in the overall composition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36908cee-0b57-414c-acf1-fec008a18643)
- ![A before-and-after comparison, showing the raw concrete structure of The Quarry House during construction. This highlights the journey from a bare shell to a finished home that is a "visual cascade of volumes."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24b7a230-837a-4307-b0c7-32ca15048c40)
- ![The entrance to The Quarry House is framed by a concrete boundary wall and a warm timber gate. The landscaping, with its mix of grasses and trees, softens the modern structure and roots it in its site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e6f33071-a023-4b62-b236-92fc2d67a0c2)
- ![A detail of the cantilevered first-floor balcony, which is wrapped in glass to provide uninterrupted views. The lush greenery in the foreground is part of our integrated landscape design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c316206-4cef-4cc5-951a-69c5b860c5e8)
- ![This image shows the bare structure of The Quarry House during its construction phase. It reveals the complex engineering and formwork required to achieve the project's ambitious cantilevers and sculptural masses.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4551cd4-d34d-4b26-bd64-d8823ee3df7b)
- ![A duplicate of image 69, this photo shows the finished exterior of The Quarry House, where architectural volumes are framed by nature, creating a picture of modern living in harmony with the environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7c063f7-727d-4143-9d5a-e61502d8cf1e)
- [Video: A cinematic walkthrough of The Quarry House, showcasing its key features from the cantilevered exterior and sculptural staircase to the light-filled interiors and seamless connection with the lush landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2abc1ed7-42a7-4fef-8b64-41857977a06d)
- ![A detail of the cantilevered bedroom, where a resident enjoys the view from the balcony. This image highlights how our designs create private, elevated spaces that connect inhabitants with the outdoors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b018d3b6-4783-4c1f-befa-7a7f2f09b41e)
- ![An aerial "top-down" photograph of the landscape design. The geometric lines of the stone pathways contrast with the organic forms of the lawn and water feature, creating a perfectly planned and visually striking composition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9225449d-2434-429d-9425-5de853d84128)
- [Video: This aerial video provides a unique top-down perspective of The Quarry House's landscape and layout. It showcases the geometric interplay of pathways, green spaces, and water features that define the outdoor experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a826a70-2bd5-4c10-9c48-581e44036dd7)
- [Video: This video offers a sensory experience of a blissful morning at The Quarry House. It moves from the texture of the concrete to the tranquil water features and lush greenery, capturing the resort-like vacation feeling of the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9eacd47f-b062-48b9-a02a-692a432b7da0)
- ![An under-construction view of The Quarry House, showing the large glass panels being installed. The image highlights the exposed concrete structure and the water channel that will become a key landscape feature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de3d25ec-c22d-44bc-9581-b22b4e9b733b)
- ![A detail shot from the construction phase, focusing on the sharp line of a concrete cantilever against the sky. This image captures the minimalist precision and raw material beauty of the project before completion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96eed38f-150f-4804-9412-0d3f343a8e37)
- ![The impressive cantilevered volume of The Quarry House is seen here during construction. This angle emphasizes the scale of the structure and the sense of it floating effortlessly above the ground.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d2677b6-7ba3-4ccf-b40f-1ce4c90574aa)

## About Project: The Quarry House

The 18-foot cantilevered volume presented a complex structural challenge, requiring meticulous coordination to maintain a monolithic aesthetic without visible support columns. We integrated MEP lines directly within the raw concrete slab, ensuring the visual purity of the structure remains undisturbed while accommodating all necessary utility requirements.

Designing a residence that mimics the raw beauty of a quarry requires a precise balance between monumental form and intimate living space. The Quarry House is an exercise in structural discipline, where heavy exposed concrete elements are contrasted by the transparency of glass and the fluidity of water bodies. The layout adheres to Vastu principles, a requirement that influenced the specific zoning of the cuboidal volumes.

A defining element is the sliding wooden rafter wall separating the formal living area from the Puja room. This mechanism offers spatial flexibility, allowing the Puja room to function as a private sanctuary or as an extension of the larger living area during celebratory events. Strategically placed skylights bring natural light deep into the floor plate, casting shifting patterns of light and shadow across the black marble flooring and timber finishes.

Our approach for this project focused on dissolving the boundary between the built environment and the site. The water body located in the northeastern corner acts as a thermal cooling element, essential for tropical modern architecture in Bengaluru. Even during the monsoon, the architecture performs; a structural metal beam functions as a conduit for rainwater, transforming a functional utility into a visual narrative. This project demonstrates our core philosophy: architecture is not about decoration, but about the honest expression of structure, material, and site context.

## About Crest Architects

We are Vikas and Vishwas of Crest Architects. Our practice centers on the belief that architecture must be precise, honest, and deeply responsive to its environment. We craft spaces that balance bold, cantilevered forms with the tranquillity of nature.

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