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Architecture Defined by Light and Shadow

byMaya ArchitectsVisit Studio in Mahalakshmi Puram; Projects across KarnatakaStarts from₹280 per sq ft (Built-up Area)View full gallery

A house is more than just walls. We design homes that use skylights, courtyards, and pergolas to capture the movement of light, turning everyday spaces into a living gallery of sun and shadow.

A circular window in the 'Madhuram' project acts as a perfect frame for the landscape outside, while the adjacent slatted screen casts linear shadows.

A view from a balcony underneath a metal and glass pergola, where the structure filters the harsh sun and creates a pattern of moving shadows on the floor.

Sunlight streams through a narrow opening, illuminating a serene indoor water feature and highlighting the texture of the raw concrete wall.

A sun-drenched terrace at 'Isha-Vaasyam', featuring circular skylights and a pergola that supports a lush collection of hanging plants, creating a vibrant urban garden.

A skylight with metal louvers illuminates a textured feature wall, demonstrating how we use overhead lighting to add depth and drama to a space.

The strong afternoon sun casts sharp, linear shadows from a large pergola over a driveway, turning a functional space into a graphic pattern.

A private indoor swimming pool with a translucent roof that floods the space with diffused natural light, creating a bright and tranquil oasis.

The same indoor pool area at night, where warm, layered lighting from pendant and wall fixtures creates an intimate and relaxing ambiance.

The shadow of a pergola falls across a stone-clad boundary wall, adding a layer of visual interest and texture to the entrance of the 'Hongirana' home.

Light from a high window reflects off the polished wooden floor of a landing, which features a traditional swing and a modern glass balustrade.

About Details in Light & Shadow

We do not simply place windows to let in light. We conduct solar path analysis for your specific plot in Bengaluru to ensure that your home stays bright without overheating. By calculating the sun's angle, we use architectural elements like pergolas, strategically placed skylights, and deep-set courtyards to filter sunlight, creating dramatic shadows that shift across your floors from morning to evening.

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Visit Studio in Mahalakshmi Puram; Projects across KarnatakaStarts from ₹280 per sq ft (Built-up Area)

We are Team Maya, a group of architects who believe every home carries a soul. When we design for you, we are not following a trend, but rather studying how your family lives to create spaces that feel naturally lit, airy, and deeply personal.

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