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byFirm Terra ArchitectsProjects across Bengaluru; Visit studio in JayamahalStarts from₹250 ₹ per sq. ft. (Built-up Area)View full gallery

Our design approach blends Indian architectural traditions with contemporary functional needs. We create spaces defined by natural light, airflow, and a tactile connection to materials like brick, stone, and wood.

This is the Vidyut Kapoor Residence in Bangalore, a prime example of our modern architectural style using exposed brick. The design emphasizes clean geometric lines and the interplay of solid and void, creating a dynamic facade that interacts with natural light throughout the day.

The interior of the Vidyut Kapoor Residence reveals a double-height living space, a signature element in our designs. This feature, combined with expansive glass doors and exposed brick walls, creates an airy, light-filled home that seamlessly connects to the surrounding green space.

We also undertake large-scale projects like this estate house in Thrissur for Mr. Alex. The design balances a grand scale with traditional architectural forms, including sloping tiled roofs and deep verandas, creating a stately yet welcoming family home.

An internal courtyard in the Nivriti residence in Jakkur, Bangalore, serves as a private green oasis. We often incorporate such courtyards to improve natural light and ventilation, fostering a tranquil connection with nature within the home's footprint.

For the residence of Roopa Hariprasad, we focused on creating richly detailed interiors that reflect traditional Indian artistry. This seating area features custom-designed window treatments and intricate grillwork, creating a warm and evocative space for relaxation.

A view from the upper level of the Reshma Residence in Bangalore highlights a double-height dining area illuminated by a large skylight. This architectural strategy allows us to flood central areas of the home with natural light, creating bright and inviting living spaces.

Showcasing our versatility, Saurabh's Residence in Bangalore features an ultra-modern aesthetic with curved, cantilevered balconies. This project explores fluid forms and minimalist detailing, demonstrating our capabilities in contemporary residential architecture.

The covered veranda at the Reshma House in Utopia, Bangalore, exemplifies our focus on creating functional indoor-outdoor living spaces. This area provides a comfortable, shaded transition from the house to the garden, perfect for enjoying the climate.

About Featured

The central element in many of our projects is the courtyard, acting as an internal lung for the residence. By integrating double-height volumes and open-to-sky pockets, we pull natural light and air into the core of your home. This improves cross-ventilation and naturally cools the interior, reducing the need for artificial climate control.

Designing sustainable Bengaluru homes since 2001. — Approved by the tribe
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Firm Terra Architects

Projects across Bengaluru; Visit studio in JayamahalStarts from ₹250 ₹ per sq. ft. (Built-up Area)

We are Firm Terra Architects, and our practice is rooted in the earth, literally and figuratively. Since 2001, we have focused on creating homes where the architecture feels like a natural extension of the landscape, using honest materials that age gracefully over time.

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