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# Architectural & Interior Design in Bengaluru

By [Funktion Design](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in) · We design homes and offices using raw materials, natural light, and open spaces, with a focus on nature integration and practical layouts.

## Locations

Takes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Studio in Sanjayanagara

### Travels to

- Projects across Bengaluru (Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India)

### Visit at

- Visit Design Studio in Sanjayanagara, Bengaluru (designs near Sadashivanagar, RMV Extension, New BEL Road, Sahakarnagar, Manyata Tech Park)

## Pricing guide (estimates)

These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote.

### Structural Interior Design (Renovations & Shells)

For heavy civil retrofitting and interior styling, including demolition plans, mezzanine additions, and custom industrial joinery.

Typically ₹300-450 per sq. ft. of floor area (estimate)

#### Civil Retrofitting & Planning
*   **Demolition Strategy:** Plans for wall removal to create open volumes, including structural propping design.
*   **Volume Additions:** Design for mezzanine floors, tropical verandahs, or butterfly roofs to interlock with existing structures.
*   **Skylights & Roofing:** Integration of tensile fabric structures or glass openings to increase natural light.

#### Finishes & Fixed Joinery
*   **Flooring Specs:** Technical specifications for casting in-situ terrazzo or textured oxide flooring.
*   **Custom Furniture:** Design of wardrobes, islands, and vanity units using solid wood and metal framing.
*   **Biophilic Design:** Integration of built-in planters, indoor water bodies, and terraced courtyards.

#### Styling & Visualization
*   **Loose Furniture:** Curation of pieces to complement industrial shells, often mid-century modern or custom fabricated.
*   **Soft Furnishings:** Selection of natural weaves, jute rugs, and blinds to balance concrete textures.
*   **3D Renders:** Visualization of key interior spaces to approve material interplay before execution.

### Complete Architecture & Design Consultancy (New Build)

Covers ground-up structural architecture, facade design, and interiors including post-tensioned slabs and exposed concrete detailing.

Typically ₹450-650 per sq. ft. of built-up area (estimate)

#### Core Architectural & Structural Engineering
*   **Concept & Massing:** Site-specific design focusing on light, ventilation, and split-level layouts.
*   **Structural Integration:** Design for complex elements like large cantilevers, tapering portals, and post-tensioned slabs for column-free spaces.
*   **Facade Detailing:** Specifications for form-finished concrete patterning, UHPC fins, or wire-cut brick cladding.
*   **Sanctions:** Preparation of drawings for municipal approvals (BBMP/BDA norms).

#### Interior Design & Custom Fabrication
*   **Material Palettes:** Selection of exposed materials like oxide floors, recycled teak, and natural stone.
*   **Signature Elements:** Detailed drawings for woven steel spiral staircases, metal bridges, and floating shelves.
*   **Lighting Layouts:** Architectural lighting plans designed to highlight textures like cove lighting and track lights for concrete ceilings.

#### Site Supervision & MEP
*   **Quality Control:** Periodic site visits to check reinforcement and shuttering before critical concrete pours.
*   **Services Integration:** Detailed MEP drawings to ensure plumbing and electrical lines are concealed within the exposed structure.

## About Architectural & Interior Design

### What Drives Us

For me, the main thing is the idea behind a building. I want every space to feel like it has a real purpose, not just something put together for the sake of looks. You’ll see a lot of concrete in my work - not polished up, just left raw and honest. I like steel for those slim, see-through connections, and wood for a bit of warmth. My goal? Make places that actually inspire you, not just shelter you.

### How I Work

- Material honesty: I don't cover things up. Concrete is concrete, wood is wood. You’ll see the craftsmanship, good or bad.
- Light, air, volume: I design homes and offices that breathe. Big courtyards, skylights, double-height spaces. You get natural light and that open, airy vibe.
- Nature is always a partner. I’ll stagger balconies so you get tree views, add water channels for coolness, and play with courtyards – like the classic totti mane (courtyard house).
- I enjoy modernising tradition, especially for compact city plots.

### What I Design

- Homes that breathe - from multi-gen family places to quirky extensions. Sometimes the house is a fortress outside, but inside opens up like a tropical retreat. Sliding partitions, rainwater roof channels, lily ponds - it’s all possible. If you’re into courtyard house architecture or want something with that modern Indian style, you’ll probably vibe with my work.
- Offices that inspire - not the usual boxy places. Think sustainable office interiors with open plans, natural light, and features that actually lower AC use. My own studio is proof - open, flexible, always evolving.

### The Journey

Every project is a new adventure. We start with a core idea and let it evolve. Sometimes the process is smooth, sometimes it’s a bit mad - but that’s how you get real integrity in design. If you want nature-integrated building concepts or something that feels genuinely modern, I’m here for it.

## Highlights

Browse through Funktion Design's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/featured)

- ![This is the Nairy Residence, a home designed for three generations on a trapezoidal corner site. The structure acts as a protective fortress at street level, while the upper levels open up, becoming porous to the surrounding light and landscape. The curved concrete roof and exposed brick volumes are a direct expression of this dual concept.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca4fcc9b-bd1c-4143-9284-2c2429206e2e)
- ![My own studio at dusk, conceived as a translucent lantern framed by a mature rain tree. The design is an honest expression of its structure, with three robust concrete portals supporting suspended galleries. It is a living example of my belief in open, evolving spaces that foster creativity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ed95772-e304-446c-be3a-5687e01d9965)
- ![In the Nairy Residence, I create intimate moments of connection with the outdoors. This bedroom features a deep bay window seat, a quiet perch that frames the lush greenery outside, transforming a simple window into a personal retreat and filling the space with soft, natural light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6bf56368-b3d9-4b14-8d66-e3b63968dd54)
- ![The main staircase is a central sculptural element within the Nairy Residence. A bold, green-painted steel beam supports the structure, creating a visual contrast with the raw brick wall and drawing the eye upwards towards a circular skylight, which bathes the double-height volume in daylight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70c55fc6-ea2d-489e-8012-bd9ad109e5ca)
- [Video: For the U-solar corporate office, I designed a central corridor that functions as a biophilic spine. Large, leaf-shaped woven cane fixtures float overhead, filtering light and creating a unique pattern, while rows of indoor plants improve air quality and bring a sense of the tropical outdoors into the workspace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1384bcb5-fc03-4826-952d-0cc579d681cd)
- ![The Slate House, my studio, is designed to coexist with its urban, natural environment. Ultra-high-performance concrete fins create a rhythmic facade, providing shade to staggered balconies that offer views of the adjacent rain trees. The building engages in a direct dialogue with the street and the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a500b5bf-57fd-4366-860a-55a433c870bd)
- ![This corporate office for a concrete equipment manufacturer uses patterned, form-finished concrete as its primary skin. The building's facade is a direct reflection of the client's products and technology, with deep, cantilevered planes that provide passive shading from the harsh western sun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a2f8a1f-241b-4447-987f-fb069beade35)
- ![The Interlocking House extension features sliding folding partitions that dissolve the boundary between inside and out. The bedroom transforms from an intimate, enclosed space into a large, semi-open tropical veranda. A butterfly roof with a central spout channels rainwater into a lily pond, connecting the home to the cycles of nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8b03a15-ecd0-49e8-b03d-5c5c01d9ea77)

### [Residences: Sanctuaries of Light and Air](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/residences-sanctuaries-of-light-and-air)

- ![An exterior view of the Nairy Residence, which was nominated for the ArchDaily 2024 Building of the Year award. The composition balances heavy, protective forms with open, cantilevered balconies, expressing the home's layered approach to privacy and openness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4210adbc-1096-4d38-bcd8-1fe14622f24c)
- ![The facade of the Nairy Residence showcases a dialogue between materials. The warmth of exposed brick contrasts with the clean white plaster and the raw, board-formed concrete base, which is intentionally being overtaken by climbing plants to integrate the structure with its landscape over time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87b688c9-43f2-4908-b64c-c38a04e66b43)
- ![The street-facing elevation of the Nairy Residence is designed for privacy at the ground level, with a perforated metal gate and a solid concrete plinth. Above, a projecting bay window with an angled sill creates a dynamic architectural feature while capturing specific views.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a110f14f-3620-40f0-ad38-346346646b53)
- ![A key design strategy is to create pathways that connect the inhabitants with nature. Here, a set of exterior concrete steps runs alongside a water channel and lush planting, leading up from the garden and blurring the line between the built form and the landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/905d6944-e438-49c8-a5d9-33adce41c510)
- ![The living area in the Nairy Residence is designed to be immersed in the garden. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows erase the boundary to the outdoors, filling the space with light and offering uninterrupted views of the surrounding greenery, creating a tranquil atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cfd3254-77c5-4f92-ba57-c53dc88c35c6)
- ![The dining space seamlessly extends into a side garden through large glass doors. This connection not only provides ample natural light but also allows for a fluid indoor-outdoor living experience, with elements like the traditional brass bell adding a layer of cultural context.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b90f0291-5a76-4b4d-a217-db55cbaec227)
- ![A view from the living area looking up at the floating steel staircase. This open-plan design uses double-height volumes to visually connect different levels of the home, creating a sense of spaciousness and allowing light to penetrate deep into the floor plan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfec36c1-95c8-4b20-a1dc-20672aa1a30b)
- ![The interior is defined by interlocking volumes and honest materials. A heavy, form-finished concrete beam defines the edge of a double-height space, with floating marble steps leading down into the main living area, creating a dramatic sectional play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d245136e-5c85-4554-bdec-79aa5a7ba6c0)
- ![This view showcases the vertical circulation core, where a multi-level staircase of steel and wood connects the floors. The design emphasizes volume and transparency, with sightlines extending through the house to create a feeling of an interconnected, singular space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9088b8ca-64a4-4b47-a37e-690de0aa9295)
- ![The main staircase is conceived as a sculptural object, with a prominent green steel stringer beam supporting floating wooden treads. This element acts as a strong visual marker that organizes the interior spaces around it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ebc631a2-d557-4558-a577-4e5086bc9dcf)
- ![A corridor on the upper floor is defined by an exposed brick wall on one side and a view down into the double-height volume on the other. A linear skylight and slender steel rods acting as a balustrade keep the space feeling light and open.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e8bfe7c1-f018-48a5-8866-e595775678dc)
- ![This interior view highlights the interplay of form and light. The strong geometric lines of the green steel staircase are juxtaposed with the soft, diffused light entering from a circular oculus in the ceiling, creating a moment of architectural poetry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e086322-2d10-4a24-8c07-d3d940b047ab)
- ![An oculus, or circular skylight, is carved into the ceiling, drawing natural light down into the circulation space. An internal window looks out from a room onto this light-filled corridor, creating layers of visual connection between different parts of the house.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eef595c5-17ec-4435-ad38-c18afa73a2cb)
- ![The upper level corridor is designed as a bridge, with a curved steel element tracing the path of circulation. A long clerestory window brings in light while maintaining privacy, and thin steel rods serve as a minimalist, transparent railing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51e28b14-fd38-47d8-82d1-2cf570c64901)
- ![Detail of a secondary staircase, designed with folded white steel plates and dark wood treads. This compact, alternating tread stair is a functional sculpture, providing access to a loft space while occupying a minimal footprint.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d6039a9-6f9b-46aa-89b0-d97caa223db0)
- ![The Interlocking House features a fabricated light internal staircase with a woven steel mesh railing. This transparent structure allows light from the skylights above to filter down to the lower level, while beer bottle ends embedded in the wall create playful patterns of light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d82718b2-3283-4aab-b9e9-bd16311247a6)
- ![The upper floor of the Interlocking House extension serves as a versatile living space. The exposed terracotta roof structure and steel framing are left honest and visible, with a bridge connecting to the main house across a light-filled void.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9fd6993a-5d20-4265-b54e-62a98f59ada6)
- ![The living room of the Interlocking House showcases a terracotta pot filler slab ceiling, an innovative and sustainable technique that adds texture and character. The space is eclectic and colorful, reflecting the personality of its inhabitants.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0efd025-af79-47f3-b5cd-98f96f7d2c5e)
- ![A view from the upper bridge looking down into the open-plan living and dining area of the Interlocking House. The double-height cutout visually connects the two floors, enhancing the sense of volume and shared space within the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87ea72a6-486f-4176-9b81-9a25bfcbbae3)

### [Workspaces That Inspire](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/workspaces-that-inspire)

- [Video: The Ajax Engineering campus in Dodballapur is a large-scale project spread over nine acres. This video provides a glimpse into the various ancillary buildings, including the office, training institute, and cafeteria, all designed to be integrated with ample green spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc730db4-a2aa-4f9d-bbd0-fd85e38b7c5e)
- ![The cafeteria and cloakroom building at the Ajax factory features a dramatic cantilevered roof slab. The design uses clean lines and a minimalist white palette, with strategically placed slit windows that create patterns of light in the interior spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ac6247b-91db-47f0-ab71-a2a7bffad187)
- ![The main office block at the Ajax campus is designed with large glass facades to maximize natural light. The building is set within a lush green lawn, and the master plan ensures that green spaces are interspersed between all built forms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef4e42ad-bab9-4a06-86b2-8d72019a96ad)
- ![The entrance to the office building is marked by a large, double-height volume supported by slender columns. This creates a welcoming, shaded transition space, with a stone pathway leading through landscaped gardens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db93c68a-33a4-432d-ac8e-ab818d1f1f4e)
- ![The circulation spaces are designed to be open and engaging. This covered bridge and external staircase connect different blocks of the campus, encouraging movement and interaction while providing protection from the elements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d27aed4a-d896-41a7-86f2-7207323f5284)
- ![A steel truss bridge connects two buildings on the campus, allowing for efficient circulation. The exposed structure is an example of material honesty and serves as a key element in the industrial aesthetic of the factory complex.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43e9a5bd-2780-4214-9fb0-d3fefb14df16)
- ![The interior of the factory cafeteria is a simple, functional space designed for durability and ease of maintenance. The slit windows seen on the exterior facade allow controlled natural light to enter, creating a calm and pleasant dining environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8a66c8d-df87-4dd9-9cce-b2e968562439)
- ![For this corporate office, I designed a multi-level landscaped courtyard at the entrance. A central water channel and waterfall act as a visual connection between levels and also function as a natural humidifier, helping to reduce the building's reliance on air conditioning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3abcd10-ca18-4834-92b9-f71557340915)
- ![An aerial view of the central courtyard shows how the water channel navigates the different levels. This nature-integrated feature brings the sights and sounds of water into the core of the building, creating a tranquil oasis within the office environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1dfd4a7f-196d-401f-a48f-cf1e4c7e935f)
- ![The corporate office seen at twilight, where the folding concrete planes of the facade are highlighted. The central entry court, connected to the street by landscaped mounds, creates an intriguing experience of raw concrete contrasting with tropical greenery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fe78154-71fb-47b2-a77e-a85c0f43449f)
- ![This project involved designing a restaurant deck over an existing swimming pool for the RMV Club. The structure is a unique typology, using a tensile fabric roof and an exposed steel skeleton to create a light, airy, and column-free space for dining.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82f7263e-1c2c-490a-b56f-0e592a6a2350)
- ![A view from an adjacent building shows how the new restaurant deck is elevated above the pool. The curved steel structure and fabric roof create a dynamic, sculptural form that has become a popular new addition to the club.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97f5c988-4c9d-4314-90d6-7ed4b5ed553f)
- ![The restaurant deck is carefully integrated with the surrounding mature trees. The lightweight structure appears to float amidst the foliage, offering diners a unique experience of being nestled within the natural canopy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f913cef5-0781-48a3-a3d4-d55e5def934f)

### [Our Studio: A Living Laboratory](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/our-studio-a-living-laboratory)

- [Video: This video shows the journey of the Slate House from ideation to outcome. It begins with a digital render of the concept and transitions to photographs of the completed building, demonstrating how the core idea was translated into a physical, functional structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/01901237-2d42-42d6-9e7d-4a37e68aa127)
- ![The Slate House seen from the street, showing the layering of its facade. The design uses post-tensioned slabs to achieve column-free interior spaces, while the exterior is articulated with ultra-high-performance concrete fins that provide shade and visual rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef762308-02c6-4c22-b7cf-c80198475939)
- ![The building's design actively engages with the large rain tree on the site. The structure is set back, and the staggered balconies are positioned to offer different views of the tree, making it a central part of the architectural experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc665964-2c09-45f6-8dc7-cf7734932032)
- ![The staggered balconies create opportunities for informal interaction and provide employees with a direct connection to the outdoors. The vertical concrete fins offer privacy and solar shading without obstructing the views of the surrounding trees.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4828173f-59ef-42ca-a473-f4e85f0fa97e)
- ![A view from one of the staggered balconies, looking along the facade. The interplay of light and shadow created by the overhead screen and vertical fins creates a dynamic and comfortable semi-outdoor space, extending the usable area of the office.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1661076-1670-4701-81a8-591e0a7945df)
- ![A detail shot looking up at the concrete fins against the backdrop of a rain tree. This image captures the essence of the design: the juxtaposition of heavy, man-made material with the organic form of nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e40daf2-e730-4644-9c8d-34b303e16d48)
- ![A worm's-eye view of the facade's concrete fins. This perspective emphasizes their slender profile and the rhythmic pattern they create, showcasing the technical precision of the ultra-high-performance concrete fabrication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f41ea30-2dd2-4bd9-a8ca-c70209065af2)
- ![The studio's interior is organized as a series of "levitating" galleries suspended from the main concrete portals. This night view from below highlights the transparency and layered complexity of the structure, which glows like a lantern.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/616424e0-a4bb-406e-a15a-3dd7872142a2)
- ![A close-up of the tapered concrete portals, which are left in their raw, form-finished state to express the craftsmanship of their construction. Despite their large scale, subtle changes in the cross-section make them appear elegant and lightweight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3f3b969-d89d-43d0-a21f-f885947a56bd)
- ![The external staircase is a transparent, suspended structure held by a 6-meter cantilevered raw concrete roof. This design choice keeps the circulation visible and light, expressing the structural forces at play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7104e8e5-67a0-4141-b0ec-fc7609bb4016)
- ![The interior of the studio is a re-adaptable gallery space. The warmth of wood furniture and planters is used to accentuate the raw concrete and glass shell, creating a comfortable and inspiring environment for creative work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1374e6b5-8101-4312-b173-fc9ce092cd15)
- ![The main discussion table sits under the exposed decking of the floor above, showcasing the building's honest structural system. A modular shelving unit acts as a permeable screen, defining space without creating solid walls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5fffa90-56ce-4073-aa23-708e1a2cd0e5)
- ![The spiral staircase is a key elemental feature connecting the main studio with the public interaction space above. This top-down view reveals its "woven" steel structure and recycled teak wood treads, forming a perfect, sculptural spiral.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/376738c3-73dd-46f8-a026-904d09b73575)
- ![The spiral staircase is designed to be both functional and sculptural. Its delicate, woven steel structure allows light to pass through, making it feel lightweight and transparent within the open-plan studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/365a6a1e-bb7e-4587-b5b7-4ad3325b88a5)
- ![The shifting shadows cast by the twisting steel members of the spiral staircase create beautiful, dynamic patterns on the wooden cabinetry throughout the afternoon. This is an example of how I use architecture to engage with the daily passage of light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5180fa7a-ef2a-44bb-899e-df51c4a59f55)

### [From Concept to Realization](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/from-concept-to-realization)

- ![This is a proposal for a modern residence expressed in concrete, located in a Bangalore suburb. The design reinvents the traditional 'totti mane' or courtyard house typology to fit a compact urban site, using split levels to create visually connected, light-filled spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6bf3b4a5-5588-46b6-a0dc-263760554571)
- ![Another rendering of the proposed concrete house, showing how the design uses a combination of board-formed concrete, wood accents, and glass. The split-level balconies and terraces create a dynamic facade and provide multiple outdoor living areas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/442c4858-2803-40b1-9818-5305025737e0)
- ![The split-level design is clarified in this sectional drawing. The section shows how the volumes are arranged to allow visual connection across the central core of the house, ensuring that natural light floods the interior spaces from top to bottom.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/05f90486-4966-4529-8418-58b1e08701b5)
- [Video: This video illustrates the conceptual development of the Slate House. It starts with simple massing diagrams and progresses to show how the key architectural elements, like the staggered balconies and facade fins, were layered onto the core structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc8bf6ed-c663-442c-ae86-ea650cdcc4a4)
- ![A sectional drawing of the Nairy Residence. This drawing reveals the core design concept, showing how the main staircase acts as a central spine connecting double and triple-height volumes, creating a complex and interconnected interior world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/268e58ef-1bc3-4cba-b6a5-f77bd9c9f652)
- ![This was my competition entry for the Hangzhou Rock Climbing Arena for the 2022 Asian Games, for which I placed second. The design is a sensuous, curvy intervention that mediates between a high-density housing district and hills with ancient Buddhist relics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ee8f2bea-a796-4091-9fe4-2d42ea3acd0d)
- ![The roof form is a functional derivative of the need for a large cantilever over the outdoor competition arena, which fuses with the enclosed indoor gym. The public facilities and cafe are housed below the stilted viewing gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/748c96a1-7b05-4d93-b7b7-0ea3c4b523dc)
- ![An aerial view of the proposed rock climbing arena, showing how the two main structures are placed on the site to create a central public plaza. The design responds to the surrounding topography, with the building forms echoing the nearby hills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a83de94-14d0-42b9-bc81-cd057f6be6a9)

### [In The Press: Recognition & Features](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/in-the-press-recognition-features)

- ![My work on the Funktion Design studio was featured in Domus India under the title "A Daring and Visceral Pragmatism." The article discusses the building as a convincing argument for the spatial and structural possibilities that arise from a close collaboration between architect and engineer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6aff50a6-ad84-4ce8-9b62-6ea31b451b62)
- ![A quote from the Domus India feature, describing the experience of being within the studio's multi-level, transparent structure as a "sense of exhilaration." The article captures the feeling of lightness and suspension that the design aims to evoke.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28fdc08a-e514-45c3-a86b-9e02366d381c)
- ![The feature included early conceptual sketches and photographs of the studio under construction, illustrating the evolution of the design from a simple idea to a complex, layered building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6bd6babc-a57c-4d54-86f7-b2c0ad254f84)
- ![A series of diagrams from the Domus India article, showing the step-by-step assembly of the studio's structural language. The text describes how the lower suspended floors impart the "distinctive experience of being within a tree-house."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc819153-c904-4549-a7b9-8c6e9ee154d7)
- ![The magazine spread details the project credits and showcases interior views of the studio, including the open-plan workspace and the sculptural spiral staircase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83d2d57a-65be-441e-881e-f7edfe628cd0)
- ![This page from the feature highlights the intricate detailing of the suspended steel walkways and staircases, which form the primary circulation path through the building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e71f0461-8e79-4944-867e-9058a2e3125c)
- ![I was pleased that the Nairy Residence was nominated for the ArchDaily 2024 Building of the Year Award. This image, part of the nomination, shows the building's expressive form and material palette.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a94717b0-2baf-474a-988f-f25c443991af)
- ![This interior shot, also featured in the ArchDaily nomination, highlights the dramatic interplay between the green steel staircase, the raw brick wall, and the natural light from the oculus above.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f120c7dc-81e3-4458-9d26-7f1173bc990e)
- ![Another image from the award nomination, focusing on the quality of light and space in the upper corridor, where an internal window looks out over the central void.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed2b48be-6953-489e-b902-f0ee9599aedc)
- ![The connection between the dining room and the garden was a key aspect highlighted in the ArchDaily feature, showcasing the home's emphasis on indoor-outdoor living.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd0e9495-426b-48c8-a84d-dc78f6123e0a)

### [Additional Work & Details](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/architectural-interior-design/additional-work-details)

- ![An exterior view of the office block at the Ajax factory campus, showcasing the clean, modernist lines and the integration of the building with the surrounding manicured landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e986838-e8be-430b-b1c0-0aaa210a24d6)
- ![A detail of the interconnected circulation at the Ajax campus, where open-air walkways and staircases create a dynamic and transparent environment, encouraging movement and interaction between different departments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0991ea1a-c2c0-4e25-85c2-317322e49a45)
- ![A view across a paved courtyard between two buildings at the Ajax factory. The design creates a series of "pause points" and open spaces that break up the mass of the built forms and integrate the campus seamlessly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31a05d50-e048-4dfc-b5bd-150f464efdc9)
- ![A duplicate view of the Nairy Residence dining room, emphasizing the seamless flow to the outdoor garden, a core principle in my residential designs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/609fb086-40be-4adb-9792-3af65a62b18c)
- ![A duplicate view of the vibrant living area in the Interlocking House, showing the textural terracotta pot ceiling and the open connection to the staircase and upper levels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40853181-da4a-42a5-9820-787793f3da7f)
- ![A duplicate high-angle view of the Interlocking House living space, illustrating the effectiveness of the double-height void in creating a sense of volume and connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36fc0482-3ba7-480e-b9ef-b78b96ec7f6f)
- ![A duplicate image of the Domus India magazine feature on my studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd4d9a10-9b13-4a10-a594-6ca4dcd0c23c)
- ![A duplicate image showing the conceptual sketches and construction photos from the Domus India feature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec8db990-8894-4eb7-9bb6-35e2847476b3)
- ![A duplicate image of the project credits and interior views from the Domus India magazine spread.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/114675c5-6b30-48d4-838b-73ef2235a9c4)
- ![A duplicate image of the night view of my studio as featured in Domus India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13ab60e6-a0dc-4d3c-a5eb-0f2bb73f20a0)
- ![A duplicate image of the conceptual diagrams from the Domus India feature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/596911b9-480b-46cc-89d9-6fe559516590)
- ![A duplicate image from the Domus India feature, detailing the suspended walkways.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb7ca53d-42cf-411a-b112-ffdebb91f48a)

## Meet your expert

[Funktion Design](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in)

### My story

We’re Funktion Design, Bangalore folks who like to mess around with ideas, not just buildings. Our own studio’s got floating galleries and chunky concrete bits – all open, all about letting thoughts bounce. We’re big on keeping things real: concrete as it is, steel that looks like steel, wood that feels like home. Sometimes we’ll take a courtyard house (totti mane) and twist it for city life. Awards are nice, but it’s the daily play with space that keeps us hooked. And ya, we don’t mind a good laugh when work’s done.

### My work

- **All-round Design Studio**: We do architecture, interior design, urban design, furniture, and master planning for big campuses.
- **True-to-Material Approach**: Raw concrete architecture, steel, wood – we let the materials speak, nothing fake or hidden.
- **Rooted in Context**: Modern, yes, but we love reinventing old-school stuff like contemporary courtyard house design for today’s cities.
- **Spaces that Breathe**: Nature-integrated workspace, lots of light, open air, and views – we want places to feel alive.
- **From Homes to Campuses**: Big or small, home or factory, we dig unique design problems and love a good challenge.

## More services from Funktion Design

- [Custom Furniture Design](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/custom-furniture-design) · ₹15K-1.5L per piece (estimate)
- [Master Planning](https://mytribe.in/funktiondesign.in/master-planning) · ₹1.5-4L per acre (estimate)

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