Landscape Architecture & Environmental Design
Available across India
We design outdoor spaces that fit the land, use local ecology, and make places people actually use, not just look at.
Pricing Guide
Residential Podium & Community Landscape
Design Strategy & Microclimate
- Visioning Workshops: Stakeholder sessions to define user zones, distinguishing between elderly quiet zones and active play areas.
- Microclimate Analysis: Sun-path and wind-pattern studies to optimize tree placement for thermal comfort on concrete podiums.
- Social Zoning: Layouts for interactive courtyards and community nooks designed to foster interaction.
Specifications & Detailing
- Native Planting: Curation of resilient, low-water species like Dahlberg, Cuphea, and Ixora.
- Hardscape Design: Detailing for jogging tracks and plazas using durable materials like Kota stone, Granite, or permeable pavers.
- Furniture Integration: Custom details for built-in seating, such as mosaic-clad concrete benches or planter-edges.
Sustainability & Services
- Water Management: Integration of rainwater harvesting catchments and drainage layouts.
- Lighting Layout: Strategic bollard and mood lighting placement to ensure safety without light pollution.
Luxury Resort & Private Estate Design
Eco-Sensitive Concept
- Elevated Structures: Designs featuring decks and boardwalks that preserve the existing forest floor and biodiversity.
- Machan Pavilions: Layouts for stilt-supported gazebos and pool areas offering tree-top views.
- Privacy Screening: Use of dense native vegetation to zone villas without high concrete walls.
Structural & Material Detailing
- Composite Engineering: Structural design for walkways using steel and wood composites like Indian Sal or Canadian wood.
- Exotic Curation: Selection of rare, resilient local flora for a wild luxury aesthetic.
- Lighting Choreography: High-end lighting plans designed to illuminate pathways while protecting local fauna.
Execution Support
- Site Preservation: Protocols to prevent heavy machinery from damaging old-growth trees.
- Supervision: Periodic site visits by senior architects to oversee critical execution phases.
Institutional Campus & Healing Gardens
Masterplanning & Ecology
- Terrain-Responsive Layout: Designs that follow natural contours to minimize soil excavation.
- Campus Connectivity: Shaded walkways and breakout spaces designed for student and staff interaction.
- Biophilic Design: Integration of green pockets and internal courtyards to bring daylight into building cores.
Specialized Features
- Water Treatment: Design of natural reed beds and bio-swales for on-site water preservation.
- Healing Gardens: Sensory planting zones using non-toxic flora for stress relief in healthcare settings.
- Climate Control: Use of metal screens and heavy foliage to reduce heat gain on adjacent buildings.
Technical Documentation
- Acoustic Planning: Landscaping designed for acoustic performance in open-air amphitheaters.
- Tender Sets: Comprehensive drawings for civil, electrical, plumbing, and planting works for contractor bidding.
About Landscape Architecture & Environmental Design
Why Our Landscapes Matter
I see landscape architecture as the heart of every project, not just a finishing touch. My goal is simple: create outdoor spaces that make people feel at home, spark conversation, and reconnect us with nature. I don’t believe in cookie-cutter parks or lifeless lawns - every detail is tuned to how people will actually use the space and how it fits into its surroundings.
How I Design Places That Work
- I start with the land itself, letting the terrain, climate, and local ecology guide the design.
- Human-centric outdoor spaces are my priority, so I look for ways to make courtyards, walkways, and parks places people actually want to be.
- Sustainable site planning is essential. I use native plant landscaping to boost biodiversity and rely on water-saving systems wherever possible.
- I’m always thinking about how to make outdoor spaces comfortable, using green roofs, shaded corridors, water features, and smart layouts to naturally keep things cool and breezy.
Where My Approach Comes Alive
- I’ve shaped outdoor spaces for schools, hospitals, housing, and resorts. Each one is tailored to its community and environment.
- From terrace gardens in colleges to forest trails in cities, I focus on designs that support well-being and bring people together.
- Sometimes nature throws a curveball, like tricky terrain or harsh climates. I work with it, not against it, to make sure the end result feels like it truly belongs.
Meet your Expert
IMK Architects
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My Story
Hey, we’re IMK Architects. Been around Mumbai for 65 years, but we’re always learning, always experimenting. Our thing? Architecture that feels alive, not just walls and roofs. Rahul, our principal, keeps saying it’s all about connecting people, making spaces that help folks grow. Whether we’re sketching out a busy campus or a peaceful garden, we’re chasing that vibe where everyone belongs. We’re big on community, workshops, and those spontaneous walks that spark new ideas.
My Work
What We Do - We design campuses, hospitals, homes, hotels, public spaces, and big urban projects. Full-service, all in.
Our Approach - People-centric architecture drives us. We want spaces buzzing with social energy, built for connection.
Nature in Design - Green spaces matter. We use natural light, terrace garden architecture, and open courtyards for well-being.
Material & Tech Know-How - We’re into climate-responsive design, acoustic tweaks, and sustainable building materials that shape experience.
Working Together - Collaboration is key. We team up with clients, consultants, artisans—debate, chat, create something real.
