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Sculptural Architectural Details and Materiality

bySaka StudioTakes projects across India; Visit studio in DLF Phase 3, GurugramStarts from₹350 Per Sq. Ft. of Built-up AreaView full gallery

Architecture is not just structure; it is the poetry found in the details. Explore our focus on custom metalwork, tactile materiality, and light-infused design that defines our signature aesthetic.

This copper and metal staircase at a Sainik Farms residence is designed as a sculptural element. The cantilevered treads create a sense of lightness, while the textured copper cladding adds warmth and intensity, heightening the sense of ascent.

God is in the details. This video shows excerpts from a home, focusing on the small things that create a beautiful whole: a custom stone frieze, the texture of a wall, and the magic that light creates as it falls on different surfaces.

A detail of a custom wall unit, where panels of leather in earthy tones are combined with wood and metal. This exploration of materiality creates a distilled sensory richness and a quiet, tactile presence in this contemporary home.

This video showcases a stunning farmhouse staircase in Delhi. The design combines sleek glass, warm wood, and a sculptural copper-clad base, all bathed in natural light from a skylight, creating an elegant and modern centerpiece.

A full view of the Sainik Farms staircase, showing how it connects multiple levels of the home. The design is both a functional element and a vertical sculpture, with the glass balustrade ensuring it remains visually light.

A view of the staircase from below, highlighting the warm glow of the integrated lighting on the cantilevered treads. The underside of the staircase is as thoughtfully designed as the top, revealing the structure's clean lines.

There is always a dynamic quality to how a staircase connects spaces. This video explores the sculptural potential of the staircase, creating opportunities to pause, glimpse new views, and experience a heightened sense of ascent.

The staircase at Sainik Farms is positioned next to the family temple, which is lit by a circular skylight. The light washes over a carved stone frieze, making this transitional space a focal point of beauty and spirituality.

Another view of the staircase and temple, showing the interplay of light, shadow, and material. The raw concrete-finish walls provide a neutral backdrop for the warmth of the wood and the intricacy of the stone carving.

A detail of the staircase base, where the metal structure meets the floor. The design is precise and sculptural, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into every element.

About Sculptural Details & Materiality

When we design a staircase or a feature wall, we do not just look for function; we look for a sculptural narrative. Take this copper-clad cantilevered staircase at our Sainik Farms project—it is not merely a way to move between floors, but a vertical anchor that transforms the volume of the space. We pair these elements with textured lime plaster and stone friezes to ensure every touchpoint feels grounded, intentional, and intimately yours.

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Saka Studio

Takes projects across India; Visit studio in DLF Phase 3, GurugramStarts from ₹350 Per Sq. Ft. of Built-up Area

I am Swanzal. At Saka Studio, we think the soul of a home hides in the textures. We spend just as much time on a door handle’s curve as we do on the structure, because that is where you actually live. Let’s talk about how we can bring that sense of meaning into your own space.