The Artistic Process and Studio Life at SpAArC
At SpAArC, architecture is not just construction—it is an extension of art. Here is a look into our studio, where paintings, structural experiments, and design blueprints come together.
This video gives a brief introduction to my design philosophy at SpAArC (Space Art & Architecture Collective), where we see architecture as an expression of values and a way to translate dreams into reality.
My studio is a place of inspiration. The wooden cabin exterior, surrounded by plants and even incorporating a dead tree into its structure, reflects my belief in blending the built with the natural.
Another view of the studio, looking up at the wooden cabin through the white metal staircase. It's a creative space designed to fuel creative work.
Inside the studio, a bohemian and eclectic style prevails. A gallery wall of my architectural sketches and art is displayed above a vintage Murphy radio and a rotary-style telephone.
This wooden display cabinet from The Attic adds immense character to the office. It's filled with books, magazines, and natural curiosities that spark ideas.
A close-up of the cabinet top, featuring eclectic decor like a Baya weaver nest, a vintage-style clock, and a pothos plant, reflecting a love for detail and nature.
My art is a huge part of my process. This is a surrealist oil painting titled 'Sapling' in progress on the easel in my studio.
Another commissioned painting, 'Dewdrops', in its early stages. The process of layering paint and building form on canvas often informs my architectural thinking.
A photo from a site visit, showing the inspection of a newly constructed brick vault ceiling. This hands-on approach is crucial to ensuring quality and realizing the design intent.
A detailed shot looking directly up at the intricate pattern of the brick vault while it's still supported by scaffolding. It's a beautiful example of structural art.
About The Artistic Process & Studio Life
You won't find a sterile office here. Our studio is a wooden cabin we built ourselves, filled with works-in-progress, from oil paintings to structural brick vault tests. We believe that if you see the mess and the process, you understand the architecture better. It is why I invite clients to sketch and argue with me—it is how we ensure your home is built on shared ideas, not just a set of drawings.
For me, the gap between a blank canvas and a building site is smaller than people think. Both require the same obsession with form, light, and honesty. When you visit our studio in Gubbalala, you are not just looking at portfolios; you are seeing the environment where those ideas breathe.
The Artistic Connection
Architecture is an expression of values, and my art acts as the testing ground for those values. You will often find commissioned paintings like 'Sapling' or 'Dewdrops' sitting on the same easel where I draft residential layouts. This is intentional. The process of layering paint, understanding texture, and managing light on a canvas informs how I approach wall finishes or the placement of skylights in your home.
Hands-on Architecture
We do not believe in a hands-off process. You can see this in our approach to site visits, like our work with traditional brick vaults. We do not just hand over drawings and walk away; we are there on-site, checking the structural integrity of the vault while it is still supported by scaffolding. This is the 'mess' we talk about—the real, gritty reality of building a structure that is both beautiful and functional.
Working with SpAArC
Our design process is built on transparency. Whether we are planning a tropical modern villa or a Mediterranean-inspired home, we start with sketches and mood boards. We keep the process open because we know that the best designs come from collaboration, not dictation. If you are looking for an architect who values the journey as much as the result—and who treats your home as a piece of art—we might be the right fit.
Tejesh
I am Tejesh, and for me, designing a home is as personal as painting a canvas. At SpAArC, we move between sketching blueprints and layering oils, often in the same afternoon. We are looking for people who want to be part of the build, not just spectators.
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