Featured Architectural Narratives
A curated selection of spatial dialogues, exploring the interplay between memory, material, and form across residential and commercial landscapes.
This is the Elgin Cafe in Ludhiana, a space where I orchestrated a dialogue between colonial charm and modern restraint. The grand scale, checkerboard flooring, and double-height ceiling create a memorable hospitality experience that feels both timeless and contemporary.
For the House of Masaba flagship, I translated the brand's bold ethos into a sculptural form. The curving, terracotta-hued lime plaster walls evoke the drape of fabric, creating a retail environment that is as much a gallery for fashion as it is a store.
The reception of the Be Well wellness center in Amritsar, where the narrative begins. Here, I used a language of restraint, combining natural stone, warm wood, and diffused light to establish an immediate atmosphere of calm and clarity.
At Lair, a speakeasy in Gurgaon, the design is about creating a clandestine experience. This sculptural, reflective spiral staircase is the central artery of the space, a mysterious form that guides guests through a journey of concealment and discovery.
The Lord Elgin Glasshouse in Amritsar is an oasis of lush greenery and opulent comfort. I designed this space to feel like an escape, where the interplay of light through the glass structure and the rich textures of the furniture create a transportive atmosphere.
This New Delhi farmhouse, conceived as a private gallery, is a study in monumental forms. The design explores a subtle brutalism, using the raw tactility of concrete to create a powerful dialogue between the structure and the surrounding nature.
In this sunlit corner of QBF Coffee in New Delhi, I blended Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics to create a warm, simple, and inviting atmosphere. The design uses natural wood and soft light to craft a serene haven for work, relaxation, and conversation.
About this collection
In every project we undertake, we seek the threshold where the heavy meets the light. Whether it is the raw, exposed concrete of a farmhouse or the delicate woodwork of a heritage-inspired cafe, our focus remains on the structural dialogue. We design for how a space feels when you inhabit it, ensuring the architecture is not merely a backdrop, but a participant in the user's sensory journey.
Our portfolio is a study in diversity, united by a singular design philosophy. We treat every site as a blank canvas where architecture speaks in whispers and design lingers like memory.
In our retail projects, such as the House of Masaba flagship, we translate brand identity into a sculptural volume, using terracotta-hued lime plaster to create a fluid, couture-scape. For hospitality spaces like Elgin Cafe and Lair, we focus on the narrative of the 'speakeasy' or the 'oasis,' balancing colonial charm with modern restraint to craft an atmosphere of clandestine discovery or sunlit escape.
Residential work offers a different challenge: the negotiation of privacy and intimacy. In projects like the House of Gond, we lean into indigenous craftsmanship, integrating Chettinad teak pillars and Karaikudi tile patterns to anchor the home in heritage. Conversely, our brutalist explorations, such as the farmhouse around the oblique column, utilize exposed concrete and monumental forms to engage with the natural landscape.
We do not believe in trends. Instead, we focus on context, climate, and the specific narrative of the client. Our process involves a rigorous study of material palettes—raw stone, rattan, lime plaster, and brass—and a collaborative approach with artists and lighting designers. This ensures that every corner of our work serves a purpose, whether it is facilitating a specific workflow in a restaurant or creating a moment of calm in a wellness center.
We bring this same commitment to every project across India, from the bustling streets of Delhi to tranquil retreats elsewhere. If you seek a space that defies the generic and engages the senses, we invite you to start a dialogue about your project.
Renesa
We are RENESA, a Delhi-based design studio crafting architectural stories that resonate long after you leave. We don't just build walls; we choreograph light, material, and proportion to create spaces that breathe.
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