Landscape Architecture & Design
Available across Hyderabad
We design landscapes using native plants, local input, and sensory features so each space works for its people and ecology, not just for looks.
Pricing Guide
Landscape Architecture & Design Consultancy
Phase 1: Research & Concept
- Site Immersion: Physical survey to map topography, sun-path, drainage, and biodiversity.
- Narrative Development: Concept Note creation with hand-drawn sketches and mood boards.
- Zoning Plan: Spatial organization of hardscape versus softscape ratios.
Phase 2: Detailed Design
- Master Plan Layout: CAD drawings for walkways, decks, water bodies, and planting beds.
- 3D Visualisation: 2 to 4 rendered perspectives to visualize the sensory experience.
- Planting Palette: Selection of native species and ornamental grasses suited to local ecology.
Phase 3: Technical Services
- Hardscape Details: Working drawings for paving patterns, levels, and material specs.
- Lighting & Electrical: Layout for ambient nightscapes including uplighters and bollards.
- Irrigation Layout: Technical drawings for automated drip lines and drainage slopes.
Luxury Terrace & Balcony Gardens (Turnkey)
Sub-base & Engineering
- Waterproofing: Root-barrier membranes and drain cells to protect building slabs.
- Lightweight Media: Custom soil-less mix using cinder and perlite to reduce structural load.
- Drainage: Concealed plumbing ensuring zero water stagnation.
Hardscaping & Elements
- Flooring: Natural stone slabs, WPC decking, or gravel beds.
- Planters: Premium GRC, FRP, or custom masonry planters (no plastic pots).
- Structures: Mild Steel pergolas, trellises for climbers, or glasshouse frames.
Softscape & Systems
- Curated Planting: High-density mix of screen plants, ornamental grasses, and specimen trees.
- Automation: Fully automated drip irrigation with timers and pressure pumps.
- Lighting: Weather-proof ambient fixtures creating a night-time lounge atmosphere.
Villa & Ground Landscape Execution (Turnkey)
Site Engineering & Earthwork
- Grading & Mounding: Sculpting land for mounds, slopes, and rainwater swales.
- Soil Remediation: Enriching native earth with organic manure and red soil.
- Civil Works: Concrete bases for pathways, benches, and feature walls.
Architectural Hardscape
- Paving: Intricate stone pathways using Granite or Sadarahalli in geometric patterns.
- Built-in Furniture: Cast-in-situ concrete benches or amphitheater-style stone steps.
- Water Features: Reflective pools, bubbling urns, or fountains with recirculation pumps.
Ecological Softscape
- Layered Planting: Mix of ground covers, shrubs, and tall ornamental grasses.
- Tree Plantation: Semi-mature native trees for immediate shade and screening.
- Sensory Elements: Fragrant climbers and textured plants to engage smell and touch.
About Landscape Architecture & Design
I see every site as a story waiting to be told. Before any sketch or plan, I spend time 'reading' the land—its quirks, history, and ecology. My goal? Let nature take the lead, and then add a bit of imagination and function for people to enjoy.
How I Work
- I always start with ecology. Native plant landscapes are my thing because they’re both beautiful and practical—less water, more butterflies, and they just feel right for the place.
- For bigger projects, especially parks, I sit down with local folks. I want everyone to feel like the space is theirs, not just another cookie-cutter park. Namma Bengaluru (our Bengaluru) deserves parks that actually work for its people.
- Sensory garden design is important to me. I think about how spaces feel and smell, not just how they look—crunchy paths, fragrant plants, spots that change with the seasons.
What I Design
- Private gardens, podium greens for apartments, and whole communities—quiet corners or lively clubhouses.
- Public parks and urban spots that break the usual mould.
- Commercial places where work feels closer to nature, and even old industrial sites that need new life.
My Materials
- Paths and benches made to invite you in, water features for a bit of calm, and plants that do more than just look pretty—they provide shade, habitats, and change with the city.
So, if you want a space that feels rooted and real, I’m all about bringing that to life.
Meet your Expert
Reading Grounds
29 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We’re Reading Grounds, based in Namma Bengaluru. Our thing? We 'read' the land, its stories, and try to make places where people can slow down, reflect, and gather. Curiosity keeps us moving—like that time we wondered why BBMP parks felt ignored, dug deeper, and ended up reshaping one (award came as a bonus, ha!). We’re big on community, so our 'Reading Series' is all about bringing folks together. Little efforts, big changes. That’s us.
My Work
Landscape & Ecological Design - We do nature-led landscape design, ecological planning, and masterplanning for parks, homes, and retail spaces.
Spaces for People & Community - We shape flexible public spaces where users set the vibe—think classic Indian 'Maidan' style.
Hands-on, Site-Specific Approach - We get into the mud, use local leaves for stepping stones, and let the site guide each project.
Sensory Garden Experience - We design gardens you can see, smell, and feel—crunchy earth, fragrant air, colours everywhere.
