--- title: "Office of Cognitive Design – Residential Architecture & Turnkey Project Management - mytribe" description: "Transform your home with Office of Cognitive Design. We specialize in residential architecture, interior design, and turnkey project management for modern Indian homes. Start your story-driven space today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ocd.designbuild last_updated: 2024-06-11 --- # Office of Cognitive Design We are an architecture and interior design studio for homes and hospitality. Our style-agnostic process translates your story into warm, minimalist spaces that blend modern design with heritage. ## Services ### [Commercial & Hospitality Design](https://mytribe.in/ocd.designbuild/commercial-hospitality-design) Takes projects across Bengaluru, Mumbai & Goa; Visit Design Studio at Lavelle Road Typically ₹450-7,500 per sq ft (estimate) - ![At Humble Bean in Bengaluru, the entire interior is a sensory experience designed to mirror a perfect cup of coffee. This view highlights the monolithic, bean-shaped brew bar that meanders through the space, guiding movement and putting the craft of coffee making on theatrical display.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/190b806d-5a6f-4ca4-a0d8-dade54c50b9c) - ![For Capsul in Mumbai, we transformed a former bank into a gritty, adaptive retail environment. The design uses raw materials like concrete pavers and wood, creating distinct zones that encourage exploration, while a custom lighting grid sets a dynamic, urban mood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb5d3b03-07bc-414a-935c-1d05c9018a29) - ![Champaca Bookstore is a sanctuary designed for quiet contemplation. We used simple plywood and custom bamboo lighting, but the main feature is the large window, which frames the lush outdoor greenery and brings a sense of natural calm into the reading space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2058c6b-c941-44d4-9866-2449ab0785bb) - ![Every project begins as a conversation, often starting with a hand-drawn sketch. This watercolor concept for Benne in Mumbai captures the intended feeling of a warm, welcoming facade, blending modern simplicity with the soul of Bengaluru's heritage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f4cd40b-3cf6-429a-82e8-e91982e0fec3) - [Video: Renovations are a magical process of giving a space a new story. This video shows our journey with Benne, from a raw site to a finished restaurant, highlighting the collaboration and on-site improvisation that is essential to our design and build process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e15a837e-eab9-4471-80eb-433f7a12c7d5) - ![Light is a material we use to transform spaces. At Capsul, the integrated RGB lighting system allows the store to completely change its character, shifting from a focused retail environment to an atmospheric event space with the flip of a switch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13e45ae1-f60d-4eb6-80d7-4cbb38bd141c) - ![This is the core of our philosophy. We believe the most effective design is not what you see, but what you feel. It serves its purpose so seamlessly that it becomes an invisible backdrop to the human experience within the space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa2c90fd-9f0b-4343-a34e-5d8415e2bb06) - ![The architectural sketch is where a spatial narrative first takes form. This sectional drawing explores the relationship between interior volumes, light, and the natural landscape, illustrating how we think about creating homes that are both structures and sanctuaries.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94f720d5-4dfa-4967-8289-f4506fcb306f) ### [Residential Architecture & Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/ocd.designbuild/residential-architecture-interior-design) Takes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Design Studio at Lavelle Road Typically ₹3,200-6,500 per sq ft (estimate) - ![For us, a home is a place for connection. This solid wood dining table, intentionally placed at the heart of a renovated house, serves as a testament to that belief. It’s a space designed not just for meals, but for conversations, laughter, and the creation of memories, surrounded by the client's personal collection of art and travel artifacts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a802c2e7-9bd1-40b1-bf62-d974051ebdf5) - [Video: A home is a living gallery of memories. This video captures the dialogue between our client and us during the transformation of a 35-year-old inherited house. It reveals how we weave personal stories, history, and aspirations into a design that honors the past while making space for the future.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45230b9f-bc32-4aaa-a80c-66bd2861e518) - ![We believe architecture should be in conversation with its surroundings. This concept for an artist's residence, with its simple, monolithic form and large windows, is designed to be a quiet sanctuary that embraces the natural landscape, allowing creativity to flourish in a calm, light-filled environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3af3462-e996-4d7d-a5f0-abdaaccda2c9) - ![We believe in the power of detail. This bathroom, with its bold marble inlay work, shows our commitment to craftsmanship and creating moments of unexpected beauty. It’s an example of how even the most functional spaces can be transformed into art through thoughtful material selection and execution.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ec0201a-2a09-4f75-822d-bf095a721909) - ![Good design makes life better, no matter the size of the space. In this compact apartment, we integrated a flexible work desk and smart storage solutions to create a living area that is both functional and uncluttered. It demonstrates our approach to maximizing utility without compromising on a feeling of spaciousness and calm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/27ecddf7-4b0e-4665-8f8e-6c0eb6a856c0) - ![Renovation is about reimagining possibilities. By introducing a translucent sliding partition, we transformed a single large bedroom into three distinct zones: a sleeping nook, a study, and a wardrobe area. This solution provides privacy and function while maintaining a sense of openness and light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3298115c-30ef-4f00-9468-de0cb7df04c9) - ![We are honored to have our work recognized by leading voices in the design world. Being featured in publications like Elle Decor affirms our commitment to creating spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also narratively rich and culturally relevant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0334ce3f-e229-4d1d-98e3-e7366d713f09) - ![Every project begins with a conversation and a sketch. This hand-drawn section of an artist's studio illustrates how we first explore the relationship between space, light, and nature. It is the initial, intuitive step in a process that transforms an idea into a physical, inhabitable reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94f720d5-4dfa-4967-8289-f4506fcb306f) - ![We are the Office of Cognitive Design. As the founding partners, we lead a collaborative studio that is style-agnostic and deeply focused on the human experience. We believe in designing spaces that grow with you, serving as a canvas for your memories and a reflection of your life's journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a770307-61ab-4c4d-a06b-2a17a5e77154) - ![This is the core of our philosophy. We strive for a design that serves its purpose so seamlessly it becomes an invisible part of your life. It’s not about making a loud statement, but about creating a quiet sense of comfort, ease, and belonging that you feel without always knowing why.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa2c90fd-9f0b-4343-a34e-5d8415e2bb06) ## Meet your expert ### My story Hey, we’re OCD - Office of Cognitive Design. Led by Kshitija and Raja, we’re partners in life and work, so yeah, design talk spills into dinner sometimes. We sketch first, always. It’s messy, personal, sometimes wild - that’s how ideas grow. Spaces should hold your memories, not just furniture. We’ve built homes around childhood trees, turned old houses into living galleries. That’s our thing: design that grows with you, not just for you. ### My work - **Design Services We Offer**: We do architecture, interior design, and turnkey design-and-build for homes and hospitality spaces. - **Design for People, Not Just Spaces**: We don’t chase trends. We start with your story, your needs, and make sure every space feels natural. - **Modern Indian Architecture**: We blend Bengaluru’s old-school vibes like thotti mane with modern ideas. Heritage-inspired, but fresh. - **Renovation Magic**: Love reimagining old spaces. Renovation’s our jam—problem-solving, improvisation, and new stories. - **Warm Minimalist Interiors**: Minimal, but never cold. Lots of natural light, wood, concrete, and neutral tones so your life stands out. ## Book To book Office of Cognitive Design, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'd%20like%20to%20book%20Office%20of%20Cognitive%20Design.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.