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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Residential Architecture & Interior Design in Bengaluru

Takes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Design Studio at Lavelle Road
Office of Cognitive Design

We design and build homes from scratch or renovate existing ones, handle all interiors, and manage the full process so you get a custom home that fits your life, not a template.

Pricing Guide

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

About Residential Architecture & Interior Design

What I Believe

A home isn’t just walls and a roof. For me, it’s the little things - the light in the morning, memories tucked into corners, the quiet comfort when you walk in. I’m all about invisible design that just feels right, not showy or loud.

My Process

No fixed styles here - I start with you, not a template. We’ll chat about what matters to you, what you love, and how you want to live. Every project kicks off with a hand-drawn sketch, kind of like doodling out your dreams. From that first idea, we shape the space together so it actually fits your life.

Services I Offer

  • New builds: I design homes from scratch, making sure the architecture matches you and your plot.
  • Renovations: If you want to keep some old charm but make it work for today, I blend history with updates.
  • Full interiors: I handle everything inside, from colors and furniture to lighting and decor.
  • Turnkey design & build: I manage the architecture, interiors, and construction so you don’t have to juggle a bunch of people.

My Style & Approach

I lean into warm minimalism home interiors - clean lines, lots of textures, and pieces that mean something. Nature-integrated architecture is a big deal for me, whether it’s a tree in the courtyard or big windows framing the garden. I pull from modern Indian residential design, like reimagining the classic thotti mane (central courtyard house) in a fresh way.

For Any Size Home

I work on everything from sprawling villas to smart studio apartments. Small spaces? I use flexible layouts and multi-use furniture to make things work without feeling cramped.

Materials I Love

I use honest material palettes - wood, exposed brick, terrazzo, natural stone. Stuff that feels real and gives your home a calm vibe.

Meet your Expert

Office of Cognitive Design

Office of Cognitive Design

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.

3,200-6,500
Typical range