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Homes That Breathe: Designing Spaces Integrated with Nature

byCube ArchitectsStudio in Shanti Nagar; Interior projects across South IndiaStarts from₹1,800 per sq. ft.View full gallery

We design homes that do not just sit on the land, but live with it. Expect high ceilings, natural light, and layouts that dissolve the barrier between your living room and the outdoors.

The entrance to our Nandi Hills weekend home sets a warm, welcoming tone with exposed brick, a solid wood double door, and flowering plants. This design choice immediately connects the home to its rustic, natural setting.

A living space designed to maximize natural light, featuring a large glass skylight and floor-to-ceiling windows. The neutral color palette and minimalist furniture ensure the focus remains on the connection to the outdoors.

This angle shows how we create cohesive, open-plan living areas. The living room, dining space, and kitchen flow into one another under a vaulted ceiling with a skylight, making the entire area feel spacious and connected.

The dining area is positioned to offer serene views of the surrounding greenery through large windows. We use natural materials like the wooden dining table and earthy tones in the decor to complement the outdoor landscape.

A master suite designed as a personal retreat, complete with a four-poster bed and a separate seating area. The use of warm wood and soft lighting creates a cozy, relaxing atmosphere within this expansive bedroom.

This hallway features a full-height glass wall, offering panoramic views of the landscape while moving through the house. The cascading chandelier adds a touch of modern elegance, contrasting with the natural scenery.

A modern wooden staircase set against a large window, making the journey between floors an experience with nature. The vertical wooden slats act as a screen, adding texture and a sense of privacy.

A view from inside looking out, framing the landscape like a living painting. This image highlights how we use architectural elements to enhance the connection between the interior space and the natural beauty of the Nandi Hills.

This video shows the evolution of our Yercaud villa project, from the initial concept sketches and site exploration to the final 3D renders. It demonstrates our design process for creating a home that is truly integrated with its hillside location.

The modernization of an estate bungalow in Sakleshpur, captured at dusk. We worked to preserve the traditional character with its sloping tiled roof while opening up the space to connect with the lush estate grounds.

About Homes That Breathe

Our approach to breathable homes relies on strategic cross-ventilation and materials like CLT and natural stone. We do not just build walls; we plan how light tracks across your floor throughout the day. If you are looking to integrate a garden into your living space or want high-ceiling ventilation that keeps interiors cool without heavy AC usage, let us discuss your site orientation.

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Cube Architects

Studio in Shanti Nagar; Interior projects across South IndiaStarts from ₹1,800 per sq. ft.

We are the CUBE Family, based right here in Shanti Nagar. We treat every home as a living organism, obsessing over how light falls and air moves. If you are tired of boxed-in apartments and want a space that feels like it is exhaling, come have a chat with us.

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In my own home, the architecture is designed to embrace the landscape. A curved roof extends over an outdoor seating area, while lush flowering vines grow up and around the structure, making the garden a part of the house itself.
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A top-down view of the courtyard in the Prabhakar Residence shows a creative use of a narrow space. We designed a vertical garden with staggered planters to transform it into a lush green feature visible from multiple levels of the home.

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A view within the courtyard, showcasing the juxtaposition of different volumes and levels. This open area serves as a tranquil indoor garden and lounge, promoting natural air circulation and a peaceful atmosphere.
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Another perspective of the 'Courtyard Home', showing how the living spaces on different levels overlook the central atrium. The use of glass railings and open corridors ensures that the entire home feels like one cohesive, light-filled volume.

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