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# Design & Build Services in Mumbai

By [Malik Architecture](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture) · We handle the full process from design to construction, working on site to restore, adapt, and build spaces that fit the building’s history and the land.

## Locations

Takes projects across India; Visit office at Ballard Estate, Mumbai

### Travels to

- Takes projects across India (India, India)

### Visit at

- Office at Ballard Estate, Mumbai (builds near Colaba, Nariman Point, Churchgate, Kala Ghoda, Gateway of India)

## Pricing guide (estimates)

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

### Bespoke Interior Fit-Out

High-end finishing for apartment shells featuring layout changes, site-fabricated solid wood joinery, and architectural metalwork.

Typically ₹6,500-9,500 ₹ Per Sq. Ft. (Carpet Area) (estimate)

#### **Civil & Flooring**
* Demolition of internal walls and erection of new masonry or drywall partitions.
* Installation of cast-in-situ Terrazzo with brass inlays or engineered hardwood.
* Laying of natural stone slabs like Kota, Kadappa, or Sandstone.

#### **Custom Joinery & Fabrication**
* Site-fabricated wardrobes and consoles using high-grade plywood and veneers.
* Custom metal staircases, railings, and mild steel partition screens.
* Floor-to-ceiling internal doors and sliding room dividers.

#### **Wall & Ceiling Treatments**
* Textured lime wash finishes or exposed concrete surfaces.
* Minimalist ceilings exposing structural slabs or using timber baffles.

#### **MEP & Lighting**
* Procurement and installation of architectural track and spot lighting.
* Rerouting plumbing and upgrading electrical distribution boards.

### Heritage Restoration & Adaptive Reuse

Structural retrofitting of old buildings involving surgical manual demolition, steel I-beam reinforcement, and lime plaster restoration.

Typically ₹10-15K ₹ Per Sq. Ft. (Carpet Area) (estimate)

#### **Forensic Dismantling**
* Manual removal of decayed plaster to reveal original layers.
* Cataloging and storage of reclaimed wood and metal for reuse.
* Diagnostic study of existing foundations and load-bearing walls.

#### **Structural Retrofitting**
* Insertion of steel I-beams and channels to stabilize walls and roofs.
* Stitching masonry cracks, re-grouting joints, and underpinning foundations.
* Repairing vintage timber trusses and installing new weather-proof roofing.

#### **Restorative Finishes**
* Application of breathable lime plaster to protect exposed brick or stone.
* Refurbishment of vintage doors and windows with new glass inserts.
* Retrofitting modern VRV HVAC and fire safety systems into the shell.

### Turnkey Villa Design & Build

Complete execution using load-bearing stone masonry, custom structural steel, and Schueco or AluK glazing systems for luxury residences.

Typically ₹12-17K ₹ Per Sq. Ft. (Built-up Area) (estimate)

#### **Architectural & Project Management**
* Full architectural, structural, and interior design including landscape integration.
* Daily supervision by dedicated site engineers and project managers.
* Management of heavy cranes and hydra lifts for large stone blocks.

#### **Civil Structure & Shell**
* Construction using load-bearing Basalt or Sandstone and exposed brick jack arches.
* Custom-fabricated metal beams, columns, and trusses for large spans.
* High-performance Zinc or coated metal roofing systems for monsoon endurance.

#### **Premium Finishes**
* Flooring options including cast-in-situ Terrazzo and large-format natural stone.
* Custom Burma Teak doors, windows, and cabinetry with intricate carpentry.
* Floor-to-ceiling aluminum or wood fenestration.

#### **MEP Infrastructure**
* Electrical and plumbing lines concealed within solid structural elements.
* Integration of water harvesting and passive cooling systems.

## About Design & Build Services

We believe a building should tell a story, not just stand there. My team takes projects from the first sketch to the final nail, making sure the original idea survives every step. We don’t just hand over drawings and walk away - we stay on site, sorting out every detail ourselves.

### Listening to the Space

I treat every site, especially old buildings, like a living thing with its own memories. Sometimes it’s less about creating, more about uncovering what’s already hidden there. We often spend days scraping back plaster or checking out old beams, figuring out what’s worth saving before building anything new. It’s slow and sometimes messy, but I can’t do it any other way.

### Obsessed with Making

- I’m picky about materials. I like using what suits the site - sandstone, black basalt, old Burma teak, even terrazzo when it feels right.
- We revive old-school building methods, not just for the nostalgia, but for sheer quality.
- For crumbling structures, we go all orthopedic - patching, pinning, and shoring up what’s left before adding anything new.

### Start to Finish

You’ll see us on site, not just in the office. We handle integrated architectural project delivery and all the headaches that come with it, so the building actually fits the land and its history. Every project’s an experiment, and honestly, not everything goes smooth. But that’s the only way I know how to work.

## Highlights

Browse through Malik Architecture's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/design-build-services/featured)

- ![The Lateral Verandah House finds its footing on a sloping hill in Lonavala, its unique timber frame creating a dialogue with the landscape. We used raw basalt walls to ground the structure, a nod to the region's architectural history, creating a space that feels both of the earth and elegantly light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5741081-e984-46b3-822a-30d3645a13e2)
- [Video: I believe the first step in architecture is to be silent and listen to the space. This process is less about imposing a vision and more like archaeology or even an orthopedic procedure, where we carefully examine, pin, and suture to heal and strengthen a structure, allowing its true story to emerge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f1ab569-25bf-41ce-ad07-74c029a25b88)
- ![The transformation of the old Ambico Ice Factory was a hands on process of excavation. We spent months carefully scraping away layers of plaster to reveal the original brickwork and retrofitting the structure, a surgical intervention to stabilize what time had worn away.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22826135-9abd-4948-9114-a661821b093d)
- [Video: For the House of Solid Stone in Jaipur, we committed to using only stone for construction, reviving centuries old building techniques. This video shows the immense effort and precision required as our team maneuvers a massive sandstone lintel into place, a testament to the power of handmade architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33698550-5539-4609-9349-9e6623e135d1)
- ![Our Karjat Residence is a house taking shape within the forest. This early construction view shows the bold geometry of a cantilevered deck reaching out into the canopy, establishing the building's intimate relationship with the surrounding nature from the very beginning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/012c296e-8197-4b29-86d0-3330a592d05b)
- ![At the K-Lagoon project, every tree was a non negotiable part of the design. Here you can see how we laid the foundation and reinforcement mesh around an existing tree, making the landscape the foundational element of our architectural vision, not an obstacle to it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/061bf605-704d-4fe0-bc4f-9dd4622694ad)
- ![The play of light and shadow is essential. In the House of Solid Stone, we designed these operable, hand cut stone screens that modulate sunlight and privacy. This feature blends traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality, creating a living facade that breathes with the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b84e2ef-72cf-4347-a168-1d0fc1a6e1d6)
- [Video: A glimpse of our nearly completed Alibaug residence, where the lines between inside and outside blur. The design uses natural materials like stone and wood to create a tranquil sanctuary that flows seamlessly into the surrounding green landscape and open sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e25b8c36-987a-4720-8e68-8fd680e4fac1)

### [Adaptive Reuse: The Archaeology of Space](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/design-build-services/adaptive-reuse-the-archaeology-of-space)

- ![The Ambico Ice Factory in Mumbai's Ballard Estate, as we found it. Buried under layers of plaster and ad hoc additions, the 147 year old structure was in a state of decay, its history waiting to be rediscovered.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64c9332a-55c9-49e0-9260-af726603f3dc)
- ![The spark for the IF.BE project came from this Banyan tree, its roots choked by rubble and concrete. Freeing this tree became a central metaphor for the entire project: releasing the life and potential trapped within the decaying structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bf917cc-ff31-469d-9f17-7fd128659a87)
- ![This graphic illustrates the initial state of the ice factory and its substation. Repurposing began with revealing the layers underneath, addressing dilapidated structures, sagging trusses, and unsafe brickwork that required significant retrofitting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b774da21-d604-45f4-8feb-a7a95ee1ce32)
- ![An early site plan showing the various dilapidated areas of the ice factory complex. This initial mapping was crucial for understanding the structural challenges, from the main factory requiring retrofits to the cold storage area needing massive strengthening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ebdd2a59-f436-4f0b-b06d-6d8b9bd6a1c3)
- ![The process of unmaking was as important as remaking. For four months, we gently scraped away decades of plaster, and the first semblance of the original 147 year old brickwork began to emerge, telling its own story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/883b3c61-1296-4490-a16e-22136eab5915)
- ![A view through a dismantled wall reveals the Banyan tree at the heart of the courtyard. This project was an intensive examination, requiring surgical interventions to stabilize crumbling walls and sagging roofs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/800b0e1d-3772-4a68-9eb4-0300d6960f37)
- ![Our hands on approach was essential. This collage shows our team engaged in the painstaking work of welding new supports and chipping away old plaster, a process that cannot be managed from an office.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22826135-9abd-4948-9114-a661821b093d)
- ![The original Burma teak woodwork and roof trusses, lost to time, were slowly uncovered and reinforced. Here, weak truss members are sandwiched between new steel plates to add strength while preserving the original structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c9113b4-a66b-46f7-802a-03b77b120509)
- ![The substation was in a state of ruin, with a sagging roof and unstable walls. We supported the structure with additional steel trusses and rebuilt sections of masonry, creating an opportunity for new openings that connect the space to the courtyard.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8bd0d5e2-1220-4166-a08e-3870f0bbc4a7)
- ![The courtyard, with its 150 year old Banyan tree, is the fulcrum of IF.BE. We designed a new connecting roof with a steel truss that interprets a traditional lantern detail, creating a magical quality of shifting, dappled light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b5d67c93-7966-46f5-ae5e-a6c9d4118671)
- ![This composite image shows the journey from technical sketch to built reality. We extended the factory's north light roof, rotating and dipping the new structure to preserve light and ventilation for neighboring buildings, a key part of the urban dialogue.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33fcef96-b244-4b51-907e-9cb6f87e1570)
- ![This graphic scroll, exhibited at the project's inauguration, visualizes the three year journey of reimagining the Ice Factory. It represents the piecing together of a forgotten spatial vocabulary through an archaeological process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/679e562d-7905-4497-88c6-d788eb76fe59)
- ![The completed IF.BE entrance at night, now a vibrant public space. The project serves as an example of sustainability through preservation, a seed for urban regeneration in a heritage precinct where demolition is too often the norm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/419b68f2-66d1-4c82-89b6-2083a226bc0f)
- ![Our integrated Design and Build approach ensures complex ideas are executed with clarity. Here, a precisely crafted wooden pod is installed within the raw, historic shell of an adaptive reuse project, showcasing the dialogue between the new and the old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06350b95-55d7-4e64-8995-b04cfe00c7d8)
- ![Precision in execution is paramount. A member of our team works on a complex installation, a moment that highlights our hands on site involvement and deep understanding of materials and methods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29dac82c-749e-4cdb-9e88-99a84dc443d1)
- ![In the quiet light of an old structure, craftsmen work meticulously on the flooring. This image captures the spirit of our process, where attention to detail and traditional craftsmanship bring new life to historic spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2b334694-3cab-4dce-80e4-8f32839e38bc)
- ![Worker installing window frames on a long veranda with exposed brick. This veranda, with its exposed brick and restored woodwork, is being carefully fitted with new frames, blending historic character with renewed function.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37d791ca-c8ab-41b5-b546-dbde9602c452)
- ![By integrating design and construction, we ensure every idea is carried through with intent. Here, our team installs a complex mechanical system, a process that requires seamless coordination and on site problem solving.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/581e21fa-de7c-49b6-a525-e954a4cbc2a5)
- ![The juxtaposition of materials is a core part of our design language. A modern, textured panel is carefully positioned against the historic brick wall, a clear demonstration of our turnkey design and build process in action.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a5a1a0c0-142c-4985-8fc2-a7023e8091c2)
- ![The beginning of a new journey. This black and white image captures the raw potential of a historic space, with its exposed brick and original ironwork, before our intervention begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e12adcb-ca91-4175-9ec9-2dcec13ffd9b)
- ![A work in progress shot of a new project. The raw textures of the existing building are met with the clean lines of new wooden partitions, hinting at the transformation to come.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d7d9ef4-6eb5-4ec9-9617-93b57503699f)
- ![A moment of unexpected beauty on a construction site. The reflections of these three arched windows in the water filled floor create a sense of symmetry and calm amidst the raw, unfinished space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b594dd2-4fb3-4145-b6a9-5807eef347ce)
- ![The process of restoration is often a delicate, high wire act. Here, our team works on an exposed brick archway, carefully bringing back the structural and aesthetic integrity of the original design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4cbc47b-8929-43a4-a190-e5c974ba4ec5)
- ![An atmospheric shot from a new project on the horizon. The interplay of light, shadow, and raw materials like wood and plaster hints at the careful, layered process of creation we are embarking on.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8172386-aab7-407f-ab1a-a8158c6f7805)

### [Residential Sanctuaries: Harmony with Nature](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/design-build-services/residential-sanctuaries-harmony-with-nature)

- [Video: This aerial footage shows our Karjat residence taking its place within the vast green landscape. The design is a direct response to the topography, creating a structure that feels born of the forest rather than imposed upon it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c777121-dd87-4d36-9910-d97c06b86d22)
- ![At our Karjat project, a large existing tree provides a natural anchor for the steel staircase. This demonstrates our philosophy of integrating the built form with the site's existing natural elements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f124099-38c9-4232-840a-0d8a6d6c2735)
- ![The Karjat residence enveloped in scaffolding, revealing its complex, angular geometry. Even in this raw state, the structure's dynamic relationship with the surrounding trees and landscape is evident.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4cc757d-ac79-4fed-9bd6-cef73a66674d)
- ![A view from the nearly completed cantilevered balcony at our Karjat project. The structure is designed to frame the stunning panorama of the valley, making the natural scenery an integral part of the living experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6efab83d-d155-4f33-af9e-f06be0bc7043)
- ![Progress shots from the Karjat residence, capturing views over the lush, green landscape. The design orients every space towards the natural beauty of the site, with open terraces and large windows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d20337a1-2271-4fdb-971e-4e16653d2c7c)
- ![A view through a developing corridor at the Karjat residence, highlighting the material palette of local stone and brick jack arches. These natural materials root the modern structure in its specific place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03be9a90-b6c3-41d7-a4c2-e6202593d3ca)
- ![Progress at our Karjat residence, showing the construction of gabion walls filled with local stone. This technique provides structural support while creating a permeable, textured surface that integrates with the landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ab2852c-ef64-4726-b0ca-a6ba5d34d63b)
- ![We design around nature, not against it. At the Karjat residence, a young tree is carefully preserved, growing through a space carved out from the building's footprint, becoming a living part of the architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e3f94a0-47cf-44b7-9c10-c632fc2522e7)
- ![A view from within the Karjat residence, where the line between the built space and the natural world is blurred. The brick arches frame the landscape, drawing the eye outwards towards the distant hills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54368194-d713-40d1-976b-8b83b8a3d5f9)
- ![The elegant curve of brick jack arches takes shape at our Karjat project. This traditional roofing technique provides excellent thermal insulation and creates a beautiful, rhythmic ceiling-scape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f811501d-9251-4ecf-8355-60e9c30fa25f)
- ![A look at the construction of the jack arch roof over the pool area at the Karjat residence. The upper image shows the formwork, while the lower one reveals the finished vaulted ceiling, blending traditional craft with modern design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89b19d12-7dff-4970-9590-1b7b03796783)
- ![The craft of making is central to our work. Here, skilled masons meticulously lay bricks to form the vaulted jack arch roof, a process that requires precision, patience, and a deep understanding of the material.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ccdca5fc-4d9d-4167-9d32-82f185d66446)
- ![The journey of the K-Lagoon project began with a careful survey of the site. Here, our team measures and marks the location of every tree, ensuring the design would coexist harmoniously with the existing landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5eefe069-76b6-4781-9a52-fd6450ee3e18)
- ![Preserving the natural landscape was the foundation of our vision for K-Lagoon. This image shows a trench carefully dug to avoid damaging the root system of a tree, a testament to our commitment to ecological design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36db4f6b-40f9-46c1-bd18-13ac52944c9b)
- ![At K-Lagoon, every tree was treated as an integral design element. We used powder to mark out the building's footprint, a soft line drawn on the earth to ensure the structure would weave through the existing grove without disturbing it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e04d145-011a-470a-9962-2dc9cad4ccec)
- ![Construction at K-Lagoon, where workers build the foundation formwork directly around a preserved tree. This image captures our philosophy in action: architecture that makes space for nature, rather than displacing it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e399880c-471a-465b-a34d-9118478bc725)
- ![A reflective moment during the construction of K-Lagoon. The angular timber frame structure stands in dialogue with the organic forms of the surrounding trees, a synthesis of the man-made and the natural.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69e29897-bb02-4528-be5a-1a23ab7d9199)
- ![Our Alibaug residence nearing completion. The design features a sloping tiled roof and solid stone walls, materials that are native to the region and provide a sense of permanence and belonging.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/643a60e2-de8c-47c1-8d34-dde5dc53a32c)
- ![The final touches are being put on our Alibaug residence. Stacks of traditional Mangalore tiles wait to be laid, a key material choice that connects the home to the local architectural vernacular.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d10c0d6-782b-4574-81d3-698ed1b5257f)
- ![A wider view of the Alibaug residence site. The building's low-slung form and natural material palette of wood, stone, and tile help it settle gently into the flat, coastal landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c6cb508-27bd-47aa-ab44-be7ae9587bfe)
- ![The expansive interior of the Alibaug residence, defined by its impressive exposed timber roof structure. This space is designed to feel open and airy, sheltered by a canopy of wood and tile.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b7ae631-e965-4d6c-b2a9-5fa7000898ae)
- ![A view from under the deep eaves of the Alibaug residence. The design creates a series of transitional spaces that are neither fully inside nor out, encouraging a fluid connection with the surrounding environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9bd6391-29c6-44d8-a0c0-acb4eba93ae1)
- ![Light is sculpted and guided through the Alibaug residence. A carefully placed skylight in the wooden roof washes the stone wall with natural light, highlighting the texture of the materials and animating the corridor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4ac9d3e-3b33-4712-9284-f5e11e7e81be)
- ![A detail from the Alibaug residence, where a traditional wooden boat form is integrated into the veranda. This element adds a layer of local culture and artistry to the architectural composition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4aece31-406c-46ad-8efa-0cc2d54ef4ec)
- ![A close-up of the material interplay at our Alibaug project. The warmth of the fluted wood paneling contrasts with the cool transparency of glass, while the rough stone wall is reflected in the surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eb264a5b-e7d3-4c4c-b7c2-7d60cd91c3f9)
- ![The veranda of the Alibaug residence, almost ready for handover. The space is defined by the rhythm of exposed wooden roof beams and the texture of the local stone, creating a sheltered space that remains open to the elements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2b24cc09-3871-4fcc-b5e8-8c470226ce81)
- ![A study in texture and material. The playful, protruding brickwork creates a dynamic surface that contrasts beautifully with the clean, vertical lines of the adjacent fluted wood paneling at our Alibaug residence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38944373-3d6a-4a3c-9abe-c6d42b789207)
- ![A moment of quiet composition at the Alibaug residence. A perfectly square window is set within the rugged texture of a gabion wall, framing a view of the green foliage outside like a living painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/929651c4-5a4c-4f48-893c-c585a7c5e2a0)
- ![A narrow, monolithic doorway is carved into a massive gabion wall at our Alibaug project. This creates a sense of mystery and passage, contrasting the solid, heavy wall with the dark, inviting void.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4e055a5-8c9f-4af5-ad6d-415cac322769)

### [The Art of Making: Material & Craft](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/design-build-services/the-art-of-making-material-craft)

- ![The journey of the 'House of Solid Stone' began at the source. This image shows the sandstone quarry in Rajasthan and the massive blocks cut and prepared for the project, where we committed to using no material other than stone for construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4bfe656e-5e1a-478c-9928-1a211b37f6ab)
- [Video: This video captures the process of cutting a massive sandstone beam on site in Jaipur. The project was an opportunity to dive deeply into the art of 'making' with stone, blending traditional knowledge with contemporary engineering.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68fb941b-a07c-4999-be46-d0b4a2e04eaf)
- [Video: The economy of the handmade is still viable in India. This video shows the immense collaborative effort and skill required to place a heavy sandstone lintel, a process that relies on human coordination and craftsmanship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33698550-5539-4609-9349-9e6623e135d1)
- ![A black and white shot capturing the raw effort of construction on the House of Solid Stone. Workers guide a heavy stone lintel, lowered by a crane, into its final position, a moment of precision and teamwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d317875c-a7f4-46dc-8967-f4034097311d)
- ![Craftsmanship in action. Workers assemble a curved stone element for the House of Solid Stone, showcasing the skill needed to shape and fit heavy, unforgiving material into an elegant architectural form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7cbe068-b7b9-4d30-8906-ae0c5cdc65f7)
- ![Workers silhouetted against the sun while placing a stone beam. This image celebrates the human effort and pride involved in this ambitious construction project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc89260d-e999-4371-8f47-0d4e3139c1dd)
- ![The house is designed to breathe. These operable, hand cut stone screens are not just decorative but functional, modulating light and airflow while showcasing the incredible potential of stone as a delicate, perforated medium.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b84e2ef-72cf-4347-a168-1d0fc1a6e1d6)
- ![These architectural models for the House of Solid Stone were part of our 'Out of the Shadows' exhibition. They explore the confluence of traditional knowledge and contemporary structural design, which was the conceptual starting point for the project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/912268e5-9e96-4cba-a22c-bddfdb1142b4)
- ![We are starting a new series on Conscious Design, beginning with roofs. This image shows the construction of a traditional Mangalore tile roof, with a technical drawing detailing the composite frame and layering of materials.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d36f7343-c228-42ab-a066-1d4cdccf2700)

### [Our Philosophy & Process](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/design-build-services/our-philosophy-process)

- [Video: In this talk from the AZA Conference, I discuss our role as architects in these interesting times. We are custodians of an accumulated intelligence, and our work is a search for equilibrium, planting seeds and observing what they grow into.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c86bf2ae-a4e2-4d6b-a8fc-de1decb57aab)
- [Video: Good design should feel like it belongs, that it isn't enforced. In this conversation, I explain our process of listening to a space and responding to its history and material, a method that is more akin to archaeology than conventional architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f1ab569-25bf-41ce-ad07-74c029a25b88)
- [Video: Our studio in Mumbai's historic Ballard Estate is a space for experimentation. The area itself, with its century old structures and unique urban character, provides constant inspiration and a rich context for our work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/759a50b9-50b4-4b6e-931d-c32257a5e4fb)
- [Video: A special afternoon spent in conversation with Pritzker Laureate Peter Zumthor at our IF.BE project. Engaging with radical thinkers is a vital part of our own process of reflection and evolution.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0716ffbf-945d-4a64-85b7-14a7f1d27b5c)
- [Video: Discussing the design of a project with Peter Zumthor, explaining how we used local stone from the excavation to build the lotus ponds. This kind of material honesty and connection to the site is at the core of our practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5cd2482a-8747-4f86-919c-56b2ab133d53)

## Meet your expert

[Malik Architecture](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture)

### My story

Studied at Cornell, came back home to Bombay—felt lost, honestly. That confusion pushed me into questioning what architects really do. I don’t see myself as some grand 'author', more like a catalyst. Nature leads, we just try to keep up. 'Form Follows Life'—not just a line, it’s how we work. Sometimes the land says something, you just have to listen. Plant seeds, see what grows. No fixed endings, just the search.

### My work

- **Design & Build Services**: We work on architecture and interiors—private homes, villas, commercial HQs, and turnkey projects.
- **Listening to Place**: We start with silence on site. The land, climate, and history guide us, not pre-set plans.
- **Adaptive Reuse of Heritage**: Restoring old Bombay buildings is like archaeology—careful, respectful, sometimes messy, but always honest.
- **Handmade & Sustainable**: We use local, low-impact materials—brick, stone, terrazzo. Handmade stone architecture is our thing.
- **Design That Feels Right**: Good design should feel like it belongs—essential, natural, not forced. It needs spirit.

## More services from Malik Architecture

- [Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/architectural-design) · ₹120-300 per sq.ft. (estimate)
- [Heritage Restoration & Adaptive Reuse](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/heritage-restoration-adaptive-reuse) · ₹1,500-4,000 per sq.ft. (estimate)
- [Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/malik_architecture/interior-design) · ₹2,000-5,000 per sqft (estimate)

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