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bySaka StudioTakes projects across India; Visit studio in DLF Phase 3, GurugramStarts from₹180 per sq. ft. of landscape areaView full gallery

We believe architecture is not just building, but listening. Here is a curated selection of our work—spaces where landscape and home dissolve into one, rooted in the land and crafted for the soul.

This Coorg retreat, glowing at twilight, embodies my core belief in creating architecture that breathes with the land. The design uses local laterite stone and traditional tiled roofs to create a home that feels rooted and timeless, blurring the line between the built form and the surrounding forest.

The award-winning Tree House project is a study in nature-inspired architecture. Its defining feature, a perforated metal canopy, mimics the dappled light filtering through a tree, while the structure itself provides shade and shelter, creating a dynamic interplay of light and form throughout the day.

This veranda at the Varadarajan House in Coorg is more than a space; it's an experience. The open-air lounge, complete with a traditional swing, is designed to capture valley views and gentle breezes, perfectly illustrating my approach to seamless indoor-outdoor living and creating spaces for quiet contemplation.

An infinity pool at a Chattarpur farmhouse designed to be a tranquil oasis. The clean lines of the Sadarhalli stone deck and the reflective water surface merge with the expansive lawn and distant trees, creating a serene landscape for relaxation and escape.

This home in Coorg is woven into the landscape, not just placed upon it. The design uses earthy laterite walls, sloping terracotta roofs, and carefully placed openings to embrace the surrounding coffee estate, creating a residence that is in constant dialogue with nature.

The entrance to the Tree House is a journey in itself. A long, shaded pergola with a patterned canopy creates a rhythmic play of light and shadow, guiding visitors through the landscape and setting a tone of quiet anticipation before they even step inside.

This amphitheater at the Aravali Biodiversity Park is an example of large-scale public landscape design that respects its environment. Built into the natural contours of the land using locally sourced stone, it serves as a community gathering space that feels like an organic extension of the terrain.

A study designed as a glass-encased sanctuary, cantilevered to feel as if it is floating amongst the trees. This space highlights how landscape is not just something to be viewed, but an integral part of the interior experience, offering inspiration and a deep connection to the outdoors.

About Featured

Every project starts with a conversation about your land, not just a floor plan. We do not impose a design; we look for where the morning light hits, how the breeze moves, and what local materials will age beautifully on your site. If you are ready to build a space that feels like it has always belonged to the earth, let’s look at your site’s potential together.

Award-winning designs across Coorg and Delhi. — Approved by the tribe
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Saka Studio

Takes projects across India; Visit studio in DLF Phase 3, GurugramStarts from ₹180 per sq. ft. of landscape area

We are Saka Studio, and we have been chasing the idea that architecture can be poetry since 1999. We do not just build walls; we create sanctuaries that capture light, honor the landscape, and invite you to slow down.

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This is the Aqua Pool & Spa, a modern cave-like structure designed to celebrate the surrounding hills. The evening view highlights the custom lighting which reflects in the water, creating a tranquil and immersive atmosphere that blends architecture with the natural landscape.11
This is the Aqua Pool & Spa, a modern cave-like structure designed to celebrate the surrounding hills. The evening view highlights the custom lighting which reflects in the water, creating a tranquil and immersive atmosphere that blends architecture with the natural landscape.
The same Aqua Pool & Spa project seen in daylight, where its sweeping, fluid form and parametric ferrocement roof are fully visible. The design captures panoramic views of the Nandi Hills, creating a seamless connection between the built environment and the vast outdoors.
The same Aqua Pool & Spa project seen in daylight, where its sweeping, fluid form and parametric ferrocement roof are fully visible. The design captures panoramic views of the Nandi Hills, creating a seamless connection between the built environment and the vast outdoors.

Featured Architectural Projects and Landscape Designs

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Treelight DesignTakes projects across India; Visit Studio at Indiranagar, Bengaluru
A residence where the structure is defined by its landscape. We designed flowing green roofs and integrated water bodies that follow the natural contours of the building, creating a home that is both part of nature and a comfortable living space.8
This conceptual design shows our exploration of cantilevered structures that support extensive green roofs and a suspended swimming pool. The goal is to create dramatic, functional outdoor living areas that appear to float within the landscape.
For the MCA Pune competition, we reimagined a multi-level parking facility as a terraced garden. This approach transforms utilitarian infrastructure into a public green space, integrating nature into a large-scale commercial project.
In the Neeti Residence, the swimming pool becomes a central feature of the guest level, blurring the line between inside and out. The design uses a long, linear pool flanked by a stone wall and indoor planters to create a serene, private oasis.

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Ochre ArchitectsProjects across India; Studio in Banashankari 3rd Stage
This aerial view of KRC Commerzone in Hyderabad encapsulates our approach to large-scale landscape architecture. We design active, democratic spaces that are not just visually appealing but are engineered to foster community, integrating green corridors, recreational zones, and pedestrian pathways into a cohesive, living ecosystem.8
At the Zydus Headquarters in Ahmedabad, we used water as a central design element to create a serene microclimate. The building's reflection on the water's surface illustrates our philosophy of creating a seamless dialogue between the built form and the natural landscape, resulting in spaces that are both monumental and tranquil.
For this private residence in New Delhi, we designed the landscape to be an extension of the home itself, creating a lush, private sanctuary. This project demonstrates our ability to craft intimate, nature-centric environments that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living, promoting wellness and a constant connection to nature.
The Pearl Academy in Jaipur showcases our reinterpretation of traditional Indian architecture, like the 'baoli' or stepwell. This central courtyard with its water body acts as a natural coolant and a social hub, creating a dynamic and comfortable environment for students that is both visually dramatic and passively cooled.

Featured Architectural and Landscape Design Projects

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MorphogenesisTakes projects across India; Studios in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru & Pune
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The Lakeshore house at dusk, a filter for breezes and views on Lake Osman Sagar. Here, a prefabricated steel skeleton and walls of rammed earth from the site itself come together, creating a home that almost disappears into the treeline.
A glimpse into our vision for the Koba House. We asked, what if the courtyard was not just adjacent to the living space, but part of it? An olive tree rises from a black water court, blurring the line between home and garden, making light the main event.
We believe details make the project. This spiral staircase is more than a way to move between floors; it is a sculpture of aged brass, a ribbon of metal crafted to be as satisfying to the hand as it is to the eye.

Soulful Architecture and Interior Design Projects

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Spasm DesignTakes projects across India; Visit studio in Andheri West, Mumbai
This render for a retreat in Almora captures my core belief: architecture should not dominate the landscape, but become part of it. Here, two blocks of rammed earth are united by a single roof, creating an informal space that respects the scale of the mountains.7
My process is rooted in craft. This physical study model shows the ground floor of a house designed for the hills, with the building's form embedded directly into the site's natural contours, demonstrating a harmonious integration of structure and landscape.
Even in larger institutional projects, the connection between inside and outside is key. For this building, we used large overhangs, patterned brick jali screens, and open corridors to foster a sense of community and allow natural light and air to flow freely.
I am fascinated by the "colours of earth." This image shows experiments with rammed earth, exploring its textures and tones. Using local, natural materials is fundamental to creating buildings that feel authentic and sustainable.

Featured Architectural Projects: Buildings Rooted in Nature

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Studio HKADTakes projects across Delhi NCR, Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand; Visit studio in Noida
This living room in Bengaluru embodies our love for open, light-filled spaces. The floating roof and floor-to-ceiling glass walls dissolve the boundary between inside and out, making the garden an integral part of the home's interior design.8
In this hospitality project, a long, open corridor runs alongside a tranquil water channel. The design, featuring a perforated ceiling and natural materials, creates a sensory journey that connects visitors to the surrounding coffee estate.
We believe in building more than just structures; we build communities. This brewery in Bengaluru was designed to be a warm, inviting hub where people can connect, surrounded by natural materials and lush greenery.
A serene, natural pond teeming with life becomes the centerpiece of this outdoor living design. We crafted this space to be a private oasis, blending manicured lawns with wilder, natural elements for a truly immersive experience.

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Mistry ArchitectsTakes interior projects across India; Visit Design Studio in Indiranagar

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