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From Concept Sketches to Construction: Our Design Process

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

Architecture is a dialogue between imagination and engineering. Here is how we translate initial design concepts and sketches into tangible spaces across Bengaluru and Karnataka.

'Falciform', a conceptual design study exploring curvilinear forms and how they can be integrated into a modern residential facade.

A black and white photograph capturing workers on a construction site, framed by a large window opening, telling the human story behind the architecture.

The raw concrete form of a building in progress, showcasing the bold, angular lines and cantilevered balconies that define its architectural character.

A black and white architectural render exploring the massing of a building with a dramatic, oversized roof and a textured boundary wall.

An atmospheric black and white shot of an interior under construction, showing the exposed ceiling beams, conduits, and the play of light in the unfinished space.

The 'Panorama' project in Ooty taking shape, its angular concrete forms designed to withstand the elements and blend with the misty mountain landscape.

A short work-in-progress clip of a modern residence, revealing the structural skeleton and the complex play of volumes before the finishing touches are applied.

A view from an unfinished balcony, framing the surrounding urban landscape and capturing the patterns of light and shadow from the roof structure.

A candid moment on site, with team members observing the progress from the skeletal frame of a building's balconies.

A black and white 3D visualization of the 'Ajay' residence, used to study the building's proportions, balconies, and overall presence.

About From Sketch to Structure

We believe in being present when the building is actually taking shape. Our team schedules site visits during critical milestones, including foundation, plinth, and slab casting, ensuring that the design intent for complex cantilevered spans or double-height volumes is executed exactly as it appears in our initial sketches.

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

At Maya Architects, we see every structure as a story waiting to be told. Team Maya works closely with you to transform abstract concepts into living spaces, ensuring every sketch is grounded in structural reality.

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