--- title: "Construction Journey: See the Process Behind Our Architecture" description: "Explore the structural bones and craftsmanship behind M9 Design Studio's projects. See how we transform plans into living, breathing spaces." canonical: https://mytribe.in/m9_designstudio/architectural-design/from-blueprint-to-building-the-construction-journey last_updated: 2025-09-04 --- # From Blueprint to Building: Our Construction Journey Tribe Verified · Hands-on site experience across Bengaluru. By [M9 Design Studio](https://mytribe.in/m9_designstudio) · Architectural projects across India; Studio in Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru · ₹250 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/m9_designstudio/architectural-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/m9_designstudio/architectural-design/gallery) Architecture is not just the final render. Here is the process of building, from foundation to form, revealing the craft that makes a space stand. ## Photos and videos - ![Masons at work on the intricate brick jali wall of the Dr. Vishnuvardhan Memorial. This image captures the human skill and craftsmanship involved in realizing the design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b1570261-a765-46cd-908b-1538b089f2e3) - ![The raw, unfinished interior of the memorial's main hall. The exposed brickwork and concrete beams show the fundamental structure before the final finishes are applied.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ac01c724-42a4-4294-873e-e4afd977de4d) - ![The circular concrete form of the sunken gallery under construction. This photo shows the scale of the structure and the beginning of its integration into the earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e610820-47b3-42d7-8346-4e2d3630ee22) - ![The steel framework of a staircase and mezzanine at the Play Arena project. This highlights my studio's expertise in steel buildings and creating layered, multi-level spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c38e372f-b4a4-4321-b122-4fdf4119abdd) - ![The wooden frame of the rooftop kitchen being assembled under a large tree. This shows the initial phase of a lightweight structure designed to sit gently on an existing building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54c0e19e-ef5d-46fd-8b49-0cd21067202f) - ![The very beginning of construction at the Dr. Vishnuvardhan Memorial site, with foundation work underway. This is where the architectural vision first meets the ground.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9930770b-2a08-4e0c-9938-96148d607e47) - ![A view through a window frame during construction, showing the relationship between the brick wall and the steel staircase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe799f2d-5884-4e39-9fdf-3440da0f330f) - ![Detail of wall paneling being installed, showing the combination of different materials and colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55ff1277-4c66-4294-b06c-d538299f8948) - ![A duplicate image of the steel staircase, seen through the window framing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fa52e76-d67c-4393-966f-f6cb6c460747) - ![A wider view of the steel structure at Play Arena, showing the interplay of beams and columns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/043c9eb7-0af0-4ad0-a028-8e6c213a9869) - ![A close-up of the perforated brickwork, or "jali," during construction. This detail is crucial for natural ventilation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/001bed56-fb09-4336-9b32-c02b0f2bdc18) - ![The sunken court of the memorial during the concrete pouring phase, with workers smoothing the surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30457acf-5ce9-4a4d-b804-008bfd42ec99) - ![An abstract detail of the curved concrete walls, showing the play of light and shadow on the raw material.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5135dee4-870b-4541-b808-1be1a9d052e4) - ![A bright yellow window frame installed against the textured concrete wall of the memorial gallery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53dee4c9-0243-432f-bcfb-bf478bdb8e6b) - ![A large, pivoting yellow door, adding a pop of color and a dynamic element to the concrete interior.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/555d0123-cdee-4abc-b02a-c76d27b7261b) - ![Workers installing lighting fixtures against a textured brick wall, showcasing the process of layering technical systems into the architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6975b03b-a3a4-45b8-8345-ac7154558132) - ![The curved concrete retaining wall of the sunken gallery, with the raw earth of the construction site in the foreground.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9fc717e-14d4-4dfb-9cd4-783868f1c2c8) - ![The steps leading up to the auditorium, with the patterned brick facade rising behind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f21d55d0-fef1-447c-a8b3-eade1a7ac854) - ![A construction view of the memorial hall, with rubble and a wheelbarrow showing the reality of the building process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40397b7e-1b5f-4849-8461-d0d5952871b1) - ![A black and white photo of a narrow window in the concrete wall, emphasizing its form and the texture of the surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42df6570-5c39-4626-8f8f-c3fd6b2c7855) - ![Workers laying waterproofing and drainage systems on the roof of the memorial, preparing it for the green roof installation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b398c81-3451-444a-ab47-fc4501844c08) - ![A detail of protruding bricks, creating a textured pattern on a wall. This shows the careful, deliberate use of a simple material.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b331e48d-0a56-4373-aa61-433abb0e0e40) - ![The curved brick facade of the auditorium under construction, with bamboo scaffolding still in place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7cadf5af-451a-4724-b206-9b7d2244575b) - ![An interior view of the jali walls during construction, showing how light filters through the perforations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79ac9a34-f703-493f-b6e2-490183d41055) - ![A construction site view of the curved brick wall, showing the raw, muddy ground that will later become a landscaped garden.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e32d27ef-e6e0-4ba2-99f0-8d15debcc221) - ![A detail of the brickwork and scaffolding, highlighting the textures and patterns of the construction process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aea1f9a6-7cfa-4811-829f-ee4cc172a6c0) - ![The unfinished corridor of the memorial, showing the exposed concrete ceiling and brick walls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd02b939-5034-4314-a2df-d5e8bcc346ff) - ![The curved concrete roof of the auditorium taking shape against the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf920d0c-1134-4a99-b118-35c44bd41f2e) - ![The raw concrete interior of the curved memorabilia gallery, with natural light filtering in from above.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c718964-bfe1-4dc3-9b8c-3b75429112f7) - ![The steel skeleton of a building rising from the ground, showing the initial phase of a large-scale construction project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94ec3011-18b0-4726-9f17-7339fe5db5d3) - ![The circular foundation of the memorial's sunken gallery, with workers preparing the formwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f696ecba-08dd-493a-9de6-94914fa5a2dd) - ![The curved retaining walls for the memorabilia gallery, creating a path through the raw earth of the site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e36317e8-87f3-4805-bc6b-71d78764730d) - ![Duplicate of the wall paneling detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea66061e-cba4-4f44-a0a1-d11addd85519) - ![Duplicate of the jali brickwork detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/025b1d3c-a3bd-49d0-8300-3ddd266e5b34) - ![Duplicate of the yellow window frame.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e5a01e6-39b4-4d1e-9711-afbce0de1d08) - ![Duplicate of the sunken court during concrete work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90f8aaea-b947-4107-a9c7-701cc26f7144) - ![Duplicate of workers installing lighting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92d74b48-24a2-4ca7-bc2d-208b082bfef7) - ![Duplicate of the pivoting yellow door.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe3c8102-0e2d-4646-be3c-c6e799b3e77a) - ![Duplicate of the abstract concrete wall detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff24af2d-3083-442f-8df6-6df80eb566a2) - ![Duplicate of the auditorium steps.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ae04a34-64d4-4da5-8b75-116a6139b9a2) - ![Duplicate of masons working on the jali wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69c0c01f-42e7-482c-86a5-80391e459eed) - ![Duplicate of the sunken gallery structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c1aa508-9314-4ab4-8892-ca7bda7f5032) - ![Duplicate of the black and white window detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5267ba34-d55a-49b4-8bb1-3faf3e9e5696) - ![Duplicate of the curved concrete wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8fef6a19-a21d-49f0-b001-f790032b3324) - ![Duplicate of the interior jali wall construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e0cfb3f-d33d-4faf-aaa9-23c329d3f150) - ![Duplicate of the doorway view during construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bd68696-95b8-4807-903c-09e211437a7b) - ![Duplicate of the interior jali walls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4cc1c1a0-8292-4715-b229-dfc2670f4aa2) - ![Duplicate of the curved brick facade with scaffolding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2086c7be-4c97-45c4-8a47-4b0117aaf20d) - ![Duplicate of the doorway view.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08552021-6f41-4238-9db0-326ccc79eb25) - ![Duplicate of the protruding brick detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7873358-26a4-4254-afdf-c7aa80172a94) - ![Duplicate of the curved brick wall construction site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1d67e1d-6c24-4c4c-886c-8bdcc061f966) - ![Duplicate of the brickwork and scaffolding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2b1f5fd6-592d-4842-aae9-5a96a103c9e2) - ![Duplicate of the unfinished corridor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24f896c0-bcc1-40ec-8c55-333aec3d7078) - ![Rendering of the rooftop kitchen, showing the view from the outside.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc753458-c702-4dbc-ae8a-7d898772ea40) - ![Rendering of the rooftop kitchen interior layout.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c47c965-def4-4ad9-a42a-9ef9e5d1391f) ## About From Blueprint to Building: The Construction Journey Architecture lives in the details you often stop seeing once the paint dries. These images capture the raw material choices, including the brick jali work, steel joints, and concrete pouring, that give our projects their structural integrity and character. ### The Narrative of Materials For us, the construction phase is where the story truly begins. We view materials like wire-cut bricks, steel, and exposed concrete as the vocabulary of our designs. Using a brick jali, for instance, is not just an aesthetic choice; it is a calculated decision to facilitate natural ventilation and light modulation. We work closely with our masons to ensure that every layer of mortar and every steel connection reflects the intent of our original concept. ### Engineering for Nature Our approach is grounded in the reality of the site. Before we break ground, we analyze wind direction, sun paths, and topography. This ensures that the structure works with the environment rather than against it. Whether we are constructing a sunken gallery for a memorial or a rooftop kitchen, the goal is always to create a space that feels like it belongs to the landscape. We focus on passive cooling techniques, which are integrated into the skeletal phase of construction to keep the building efficient and comfortable for years to come. ### Site Supervision and Fidelity Design is only as good as its execution. We prioritize bi-weekly site supervision because we believe architecture requires constant dialogue with the builders on the ground. This ensures that the complex geometries, like curved walls or cantilevered staircases, are translated accurately from the drawing board to the physical space. Our process is transparent and hands-on, ensuring that the final structure is a true reflection of the vision we discussed with our clients at the start. ## About M9 Design Studio We see buildings as living canvases, not just static structures. Every beam and brick placement is a deliberate choice to ensure nature and community remain at the center of the experience. 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