Architectural Design
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Takes projects across Mumbai Metropolitan Area
Mumbai Metropolitan Area, Maharashtra
Takes projects across India
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KARAN DESAI, Architecture + Design, 1001 PARINEE I, shah industrial estate, 7-A, Industrial Area, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053, India
designs projects near Lokhandwala Complex, Versova, Juhu, Oshiwara, Vile Parle, Infinity Mall
I design homes and apartments with bold forms, natural materials, and indoor-outdoor spaces that feel personal and never look generic.
Pricing Guide
Complete Residential Architecture & Structural Design
Concept & Visualization
- Signature Form Development: Creation of unique architectural structures featuring asymmetrical volumes, arched openings, and statement entrances like spiral staircases.
- High-Fidelity 3D Renders: Photorealistic walkthroughs demonstrating day/night lighting scenarios, Oikos stucco textures, and furniture spatial planning.
- Advanced Space Planning: Layouts optimizing flow, including integration of hidden doors, secret passages, and automated furniture systems.
Technical Documentation (GFC)
- Civil & Structural Drawings: Detailed plans for masonry, lintels, flooring patterns, and false ceiling structural changes.
- MEP Integration: Comprehensive planning for air-conditioning, electrical automation (Lutron/Trescent), and plumbing for high-end fixtures.
- Material Specifications: Exact technical specs for premium finishes like Travertine, micro-toppings, and Saint-Gobain glass partitions.
Execution Support
- Site Supervision: Periodic visits to ensure contractor adherence to design intent, specifically for complex curves and raw textures.
- Luxury Sourcing: Direction to specific vendors for imported materials and integration of bespoke elements like floating ledges.
Luxury Terrace & Landscape Architecture
Hardscape & Structural Design
- Zone Planning: Segmentation of outdoor areas into functional zones like sundowner lounges, pool decks, and dining areas.
- Waterbody Engineering: Architectural detailing for rooftop pools and jacuzzis, including coordination for waterproofing and load-bearing capacity.
- Structures: Design of pergolas, gazebos, and shaded sit-outs using weather-treated wood, metal, or glass.
Softscape & Horticulture
- Vertical Gardens: Detailed layout for cascading foliage and green walls to ensure privacy.
- Plant Selection: Curation of exotic, heat-resistant plant palettes suitable for metro city environments.
Lighting & Decor Integration
- Atmospheric Lighting: Strategic plans including floor washers and hanging pendants to transition spaces from day use to evening party venues.
- Furniture & Utility: Specification of weather-resistant luxury furniture (e.g., Vondom) and custom design of outdoor bars and concealed storage.
About Architectural Design
I don’t do cookie-cutter designs. I’m always chasing that “slap” moment - the kind of building that makes you stop and really feel something. If you’re looking for the easy, trendy route, I’m probably not your guy. But if you want a space with character, that’s where I come in.
My Style
- Bold but never loud – clean lines, big shapes, but always tied in with nature. I love blurring the edges between inside and outside. Expect rooftop gardens, greens sneaking into the living room, and a vibe that lets the building breathe.
- I’m all about quiet luxury. Not show-off bling, but warmth you can touch - natural stone, rich wood, soft light, and a color palette that just feels right.
- I mix modern ideas with a bit of old-school (think tropical modernism inspiration) so your place won’t look dated in five years.
What I Build
- Luxury homes that actually feel like home, not showpieces.
- Penthouses and terrace apartments that are private escapes above the city.
- Row houses transformed into something totally personal.
- I’ve worked on everything from Mumbai pads to massive custom luxury home design projects in Chicago.
The Details
- Bold facades, arches, texture, and materials that make you want to touch the walls.
- Outdoor spaces matter—private rooftop gardens and terraces for your morning chai or sundowner.
- I use quality stuff. You’ll see Travertine, marble, brass, lime plaster. Materials that give a space real character.
For me, it’s about feeling, not flash. Yeh baat hai (that’s the thing).
Meet your Expert
Karan Desai
837 connects in last 3 months
My Story
So, I’m Karan. You know, I’d rather be the Will Smith slap than the Oscar winner. I want my designs to be unforgettable, not just good. That’s how my 'Monster Collection' started - wild ideas, clay models, and one client who said, ‘Don’t make it for anyone else!’ Took a mad risk, went all in, and boom - thousands lining up for selfies with our monster bathtub. That’s the kind of crazy I chase.
My Work
All-in-one design services - I do architecture, interiors, and product design - furniture, lighting, all the bits.
Timeless contemporary style - Not into fads. I mix modern with classic for spaces that last.
Out-of-the-box interior ideas - Love wild concepts. Built an Indian temple inside a wooden US home. Bring me your craziest.
Emotional space design - It’s gotta make you feel something. Vibes matter more than just looks, jaise kehte hain na.
Obsessed with details - Custom furniture lighting and even switches - every piece tells your story.
