--- title: "Reading Grounds Design Studio: Landscape Philosophy in Bengaluru" description: "Discover the design philosophy at Reading Grounds, a Bengaluru-based landscape architecture collective. We combine academic research with practical site-specific design." canonical: https://mytribe.in/readinggrounds/master-planning-urbanism/reading-grounds-collective-our-studio-culture last_updated: 2025-09-05 --- # Our Studio Culture and Design Philosophy Tribe Verified · Design collective based in Jayanagar, Bengaluru. By [Reading Grounds](https://mytribe.in/readinggrounds) · Studio in Jayanagar; Projects across Bengaluru, Hyderabad & Mysuru · ₹6 per sq ft (estimate) Part of [Master Planning & Urbanism](https://mytribe.in/readinggrounds/master-planning-urbanism). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/readinggrounds/master-planning-urbanism/gallery) At Reading Grounds, design is a dialogue. We gather regularly to share research, spark new ideas, and build a collective vision that shapes every project we take on. ## Photos and videos - ![A memento from our 'Reading Series' event, featuring a watercolor sketch. These events are a core part of our studio culture, providing a platform for learning and inspiration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be7b928e-2836-43c8-8178-1bd388eb6076) - ![A presenter shares insights during a 'Reading Series' session. We gather regularly to discuss topics ranging from ancient ruins to modern urbanism, encouraging a thoughtful and academic approach to our work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2eda516c-b70f-4346-8510-912a53fdf59b) - ![Another moment from our 'Reading Series', where a team member presents their research. These sessions are a great way to foster dialogue and share knowledge within our design collective.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a99e6227-dca6-41ad-993d-99a4ce8fe177) - ![The team engaged in a presentation during a 'Reading Series' evening. These events are about creating a space for critical thinking and open conversation within our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e31a35c-c89e-4d70-9bde-d7d6df037fba) - ![A glimpse into one of our studio presentations. Sharing our individual research and travels helps broaden our collective perspective and enriches the work we do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68571809-96ce-4841-967e-801f3a3b83e2) ## About Reading Grounds Collective: Our Studio Culture When you work with us, you are not just hiring a design firm. You are tapping into a studio culture that values critical thinking and ongoing inquiry. Our Reading Series, where we dissect everything from ancient ruins to modern urbanism, is how we stay curious and ensure our landscape designs are grounded in deep research rather than standard templates. Landscape architecture is rarely just about aesthetics. For us at Reading Grounds, it is an inquiry. Our studio culture, built around the Reading Series, serves as the internal research engine that feeds into our design work. Every few weeks, we gather in our Jayanagar studio to present research, share travel findings, or debate urban challenges. Whether we are discussing the geometry of ancient ruins or the practicalities of modern stormwater management, these sessions help us refine our process. Why does this matter for your project? It means our team is always looking at your site with a critical eye. We do not apply pre-set design templates. Instead, we bring a wealth of ongoing research to the table. This research influences how we select native plants, design street layouts, and create public gathering spaces that truly last. We believe that great design is born from collaboration and constant learning. When we design a township or a public park in Namma Bengaluru, we bring this same collaborative spirit to the table, ensuring the final result is as thoughtful as it is functional. We invite you to be a part of this process where your space is treated as a unique narrative waiting to be told. ## About Reading Grounds We are a team that thinks deeply before we draw. We love our studio discussions as much as our site visits, and we believe that the best landscapes happen when we pause to ask the right questions first. 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