--- title: "Architectural Design for Sustainable Luxury Homes by Spasm Design - mytribe" description: "Experience award-winning architectural design that blends nature, soul, and contemporary Indian roots. Hire Spasm Design on Tribe to create your sustainable luxury home, villa, or retreat. Let's build your vision into a timeless space." canonical: https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design last_updated: 2025-08-20 --- # Architectural Design in Mumbai By [Spasm Design](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects) · We design buildings by hand with sketches and physical models, focusing on climate, honest materials, and spaces that fit their place instead of following trends. ## Locations Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Andheri West, Mumbai ### Travels to - Takes projects across Mumbai Metropolitan Area (Mumbai Metropolitan Area, Mumbai Metropolitan Area, Maharashtra) - Takes projects anywhere in India (India, India) ### Visit at - Studio at Raheja Plaza, Andheri West, Mumbai (architectural services around Lokhandwala Complex, Infinity Mall Andheri, Versova Beach, D N Nagar Metro Station, Oshiwara, Juhu) ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Institutional & Cultural Campus Design Utilizes modular structural grids, historical heritage integration, and low-cost local materials for large-scale sustainable campuses. Typically ₹450-850 per sq. ft. of built-up area (estimate) #### Conceptual Framework * **Heritage Integration:** Researching local history and structures to incorporate traditional metaphors into modern design. * **Modular Strategy:** Creation of repeatable structural units (arches or steel grids) to optimize construction speed. * **Frugal Material Innovation:** Application of low-cost, high-impact local materials like terracotta cones and fly ash. #### Planning & Efficiency * **Campus Masterplanning:** Circulation planning for high footfall, segregating public and private zones. * **Passive Operations:** Design focus on natural lighting and ventilation to reduce long-term electricity costs. * **Fast-Track Detailing:** Use of prefabricated steel or dry-construction methods for tight timeline execution. #### Project Support * **Design Supervision:** Periodic checks to ensure modular assembly proceeds correctly. * **Community Utility:** Designing spaces that serve dual purposes for the local community and the institution. ### Luxury Villa & Farmhouse Architecture Focuses on 'one-room thick' ventilation plans, custom large-span roof fabrication, and integrated landscape architecture. Typically ₹1,000-1,600 per sq. ft. of built-up area (estimate) #### Siting & Masterplanning * **Ecological Layout:** Preservation of existing trees and topography to fit the building around nature. * **Commune Planning:** Positioning main houses, guest blocks, and staff quarters to create courtyard arrangements. * **Water Body Design:** Architectural detailing for ozonated pools, reflecting ponds, and rainwater reservoirs. #### Envelope & Structure * **Passive Cooling Layouts:** 'One-room thick' floor plans designed for cross-ventilation and heat stack escapes. * **Custom Roof Design:** Fabrication of large-span timber, metal, or concrete roofs with deep overhangs for monsoon protection. * **Tactile Materials:** Selection of local aging materials like Basalt and Laterite that develop a patina over time. #### Execution & Detail * **Fenestration Design:** Detailing for floor-to-ceiling minimal glazing to blur indoor and outdoor boundaries. * **Bathroom Courtyards:** Design of open-to-sky walled courtyards specifically for bath spaces. * **Sustainability:** Integration of solar panels and water recycling systems into the architectural design. ### Bespoke Urban Residence Architecture Includes physical wood/brass scale models, custom facade engineering for privacy, and quarry-level material sourcing. Typically ₹1,200-1,800 per sq. ft. of built-up area (estimate) #### Concept & Modeling * **Deep-Dive Briefing:** Creation of a 'Soul' document capturing lifestyle nuances beyond standard room lists. * **Physical Maquettes:** Development of intricate wood, brass, or card models to visualize volume and light before digitalization. * **Climate Engineering:** Analysis of sun-paths and wind directions to design passive cooling and thermal release systems. #### Technical Detailing * **Custom Facade Design:** Engineering of rain screens, Corten steel mesh, or living walls for privacy and micro-climate control. * **Material Curation:** Visits to quarries and specific vendors to handpick raw stones and noble materials. * **System Integration:** Concealment of MEP lines to maintain clean, beam-free visual lines. #### Execution Support * **Site Supervision:** Periodic checks by senior architects to ensure construction matches the physical models. * **Prototype Approval:** Validation of on-site mockups for brickwork and cladding before full application. * **Landscape Integration:** Design of vertical gardens and terrace planters integrated into the structural shell. ## About Architectural Design ### Our Approach Architecture, for us, isn't about chasing trends. It's about making you feel at home with the place, the story, and the light. I care more about the soul of a space than a signature style - every project is about finding the right atmosphere, not putting on a show. I listen, a lot, before I start to design. ### How We Work Everything starts with a pencil and paper, not a computer. Real sketching, rough and honest. From there, I make handcrafted architectural models, using wood or brass, to see how the building will sit on land. Light, shadow, scale - I need to feel these with my hands, not just see them on a screen. ### What We Build - Homes: city pads, family retreats, villas, even co-living spaces in the wild - Schools, cultural centers, learning hubs with meaning, not just function - Hospitality: eco-resorts, big masterplans, event pavilions—all rooted in place ### Design Language I blend inside and outside with aangan (courtyards), big verandahs, and jaali (screens) facades for breathing buildings. My material palette is un-fancy but honest: stone, rammed earth, brick, salvaged wood, Corten, and bare concrete. ### Why Work With Us If you’re bold, trust the process, and want climate responsive architecture that holds meaning, I think we’ll get along. ## Highlights Browse through Spasm Design's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/featured) - ![This is the Lakeshore house in Hyderabad, a structure of rammed earth and metal that acts as a filter for breezes and views. The architecture and the site must sing a duet, and here, the sharp lines of the roof meet the soft contours of the landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49212fad-9bba-4cab-8009-592d2df46b17) - [Video: The Vihara has risen. This institute for religious learning in Mumbai reinterprets our history, with a facade that becomes a journey. It is a metaphor for finding one's own path from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e430723-e9f1-442b-89ad-e4bb3ec58021) - ![In our Koba House project, we designed big white spaces to frame expansive views and make light the showstopper. Here, an olive tree becomes the living heart of the home, rooted in a pool of black water under an open sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24475cce-6c77-4a1b-9009-a690b628cf10) - [Video: Sarvasva, our vertical home in Bombay, is wrapped in a terracotta skin. The principal facade is a jagged eye, sculpted to capture the best city vistas and suspend green terraces in the air. The pool on top feels like diving into the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ec2ef57-64a6-4e3e-81ca-25ceb3a74a0e) - ![This handcrafted model shows a site specific insertion. We build these from wood and aged brass to feel the project with our hands. It is an exploration of how a building can be powerful yet sympathetic, strong yet soft, where art and soul intertwine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e5f9d76-0bf6-4d26-91da-cec865642f56) - [Video: For our Ikebana apartment project, the experience center is a study in contrasts. Black water and white surfaces create a sense of deep peace, an elemental Zen that is relevant to the ethos of the entire building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0268b857-351c-4624-a5ef-9b098e7ddf33) - [Video: The Black Bastian house is built around a green courtyard that welcomes peacocks and frames the sun and moon. The home straddles a lofty living space with a suspended bridge, all constructed from noble materials like dark granite and salvaged teak.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/133deaf8-58a0-4659-b039-fff5d16a9947) - ![Sense of place is a key ingredient. Nestled within a grove in Alibaug, this villa embraces the trees it occupies, delivering an alfresco living space under the natural canopy where life is lived out of doors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b15e7a16-461a-45f6-aea0-6a73014153ac) ### [Country & Lakeside Homes](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/country-lakeside-homes) - ![An aerial view of the Lakeshore house, nestled within its 50 acre site on Lake Osman Sagar. The structure is designed to be a subtle insertion into the geological history of the place, respecting the rocks and trees that were there long before us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15d96f48-7055-401f-bd02-029c041d3d39) - [Video: For the House with the Gabion, the approach was simple. When you have a kick-ass view, you make a verandah. This home is a testament to that idea, a long, open space designed to embrace the surrounding landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87fb0df4-d7f2-4c8d-b58c-f0ca4128b8e6) - ![This Alibaug home is a response to the coastal, monsoon intensive climate. High, sloped solar fin roofs allow for thermal stack release and cooling, while deep verandahs create comfortable living spaces that keep moisture at bay.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d680afa-9ea1-494c-8f4a-6cf529cedf3c) - [Video: Building along the western coast is unforgiving, so sensible sloping roofs are paramount. This home uses Basalt, the region's hardy stone, and as many courtyards as possible to connect with the place and its spirit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1036072e-7c36-4e59-9f4d-edd72518635f) - [Video: The Gomati country home is built entirely in Kotah stone. The main living pavilion sits atop a rising green mound, which was formed from the rubble of old structures on the site, turning demolition into a new geography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10c959c8-cca4-49d3-87f7-c75676548d1b) - ![The House in a Grove embraces its setting, pushing inhabitants to use the grove and its undergrowth as a living space. The architecture becomes a bystander, a quiet partner to the trees and the pool reflecting the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/11347eae-fcb7-4c9f-a4b3-aaa4e94b22cf) - ![Nestled in a grove in Alibaug, this home delivers an alfresco living experience under tree canopies. Lounging, dining, and reading happen outdoors, cradled in the spirit of nature. Nothing more, nothing less.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/121d9b67-35ca-4bbf-9982-4b0717b29f98) - ![Another view of the Villa in a Grove, where the pool becomes a central element, reflecting the dense canopy. The design encourages a life lived outdoors, blurring the lines between the built structure and the natural world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12af1f2d-ce55-45ba-8367-e1190050eede) - ![Our Lakeshore house on Lake Osman Sagar is a two story filter for breezes and views. The construct is a precise metal skeleton with rammed earth infill from the site itself, a method we chose to minimize disruption.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1769a27b-a0ba-4989-b082-543effd45963) - [Video: This film depicts life in the verdant green of Alibaug. For patrons who have chosen to live here for good, we evolve smart, soulful solutions for a life in sync with nature. Architecture can be like a favorite coat, soothing your being as you age.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b5b7598-2491-4e97-a00b-a9dd681e3983) - ![The play of light and shadow under a pergola at the Lakeshore house. The metal grid mimics the age old trees at the water's edge, while the stone pavers interspersed with grass ground the structure in its place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c01d0e2-5853-436a-991e-69f18d1ab782) - ![The Lakeshore house seen through the trees. The home is designed to disappear into the landscape when viewed from the water, with earthen walls that keep it cool and give it the gravitas of its place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/203a5334-4503-4631-8f65-8751c6ee92d4) - ![A render of a family commune in Alibaug, where three homes share a single acreage. The project is about the space between, creating an atmosphere of privacy, seclusion, and collective living all at once.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/23194dcd-0007-489e-90cb-5584ed95870f) - ![The Villa in the Grove is rooted to its site, with bedrooms like lanterns suspended in the tree canopies. A rugged stone wall creates a natural backdrop for the outdoor living experience by the pool.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/256c3d0d-c984-4fb1-b3bf-d23adbaa3358) - ![A detail of the House in a Grove, where the architecture becomes a quiet partner to the landscape. The structure is conceived to embrace the grove and encourage life to be lived among the trees.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/26d5a7bc-74c4-4572-972b-2a2fb469cc50) - [Video: Our Alibaug commune, now complete and occupied. Each home relates to the open space around it, with a common pool and recreation areas, all set against a borrowed hillscape to prompt a sense of peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36fc4851-0dc2-4a68-9e0c-2c383d4d69f8) - ![The completed Lakeshore house at dusk. The landscape will take a couple of years to fully mature, but the duet between the site and the architecture has already begun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40ceb22c-44e8-4acf-9e78-c8c68a4b01c9) - ![The House in a Grove is an ode to its setting. It is almost impossible to see unless you are within it, a hidden quality we truly enjoy. Here, the stone and glass structure peeks through the trees.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42d6ce88-a600-4473-9691-91b0e78384fc) - ![An experiment in country homes in Alibaug. This villa features a one room thick plan framing a courtyard, with a lofty roof to let heat escape. It is a backdrop for life, meant to take on the personality of its users.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4378fb82-ea4d-4bd1-a4c9-e49777ba9844) - ![Water, sun, and plant life are the essential elements of our homes. This image from the Villa in a Grove captures the simple luxury of a pool nestled in nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49eea2c7-344b-4fdb-a032-3c6aa9c8a814) - ![Another perspective of the pool at the Villa in a Grove, where the architecture recedes and the lush greenery takes center stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b57dc7f-8f10-4b15-b60e-f840b05e460c) - [Video: The Alibaug Commune is now well settled. We deployed several sustainability measures like butterfly roofs with solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and the use of all local materials. The families who live here are truly part of the local ecosystem.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c33d159-aee1-47e8-9beb-586eadcf2c79) - ![The earthen walls of the Lakeshore house feel just right. They connect the new structure to the older Mangalore tile building on the site, while rocks from the land are strewn throughout, retaining a sense of geological history.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d88a983-81d0-4ab8-adc4-1b15761cea12) - ![A view of the Lakeshore house through the trees. The design uses a combination of a prefabricated metal skeleton and rammed earth walls to create a home that is both precise and deeply connected to its site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51c5be48-acd8-43e9-8980-6b224b6ef0d5) - ![This Alibaug villa, known as V15, uses the pool as a passive cooling device. The simple, ground hugging structure is built with low maintenance Indian materials, designed for seekers of a soulful, natural life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52ab7f31-36c9-47b3-b724-abe0a29311f1) - ![The House in a Grove, seen from the pool, is designed to be almost invisible within its lush surroundings. It's an architecture that prioritizes the experience of being in nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55037342-602a-4493-b375-82f0df140995) - ![The vibrant red of cordyline plants contrasts with the muted tones of this Alibaug home. Our designs are always a response to the immediate site flora, sun path, and wind direction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e504d13-0f12-4155-8a06-749bedcdf9da) - ![The winter sun casts a sharp shadow across a verandah in Alibaug. These transitional spaces are essential in our tropical architecture, providing shade and a place to pause between inside and out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f2e572a-e6f3-4472-92a9-7f8a2fd230e5) - [Video: Rain in the tropics is a lyric. This short film captures the atmosphere by the pool during a monsoon shower, where the sound of water on stone and palm leaves creates a moment of pure paradise.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61fc9293-6d2e-481a-ae36-d58588161ed9) - ![The strong form of a rammed earth wall at the Lakeshore house, with shadows from a nearby tree playing across its surface. The earth, taken from the site itself, gives the home a deep sense of belonging.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6207837c-3fe4-402a-809b-f3794996cdcc) - ![The sharp, angular roof of Villa 15 is reflected in the deep blue of the pool. These country homes are experiments in tropical architecture, simple and unadorned, ready to absorb the life lived within them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/632afedc-5c7d-4a60-ac79-3d8f0f954a7f) - ![A detail of the Villa in the Grove, where bedrooms are suspended like lanterns in the tree canopies. The use of local stone grounds the structure, making the outdoor living experience feel more natural.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64b65c1f-6c0f-4709-80cc-5398f43ca169) - [Video: Featured on Netflix's "The World's Most Extraordinary Homes," the House of Cast in Liquid Stone transforms the basalt of the bluff it stands on into the very body of the house. It is a pure expression of our philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6612a2ec-b848-467a-a782-c7b24ebd99dc) - ![The long, covered verandah of Villa 15 in Alibaug. The one room thick plan frames a central courtyard, creating a home that breathes and provides a backdrop for joy, laughter, and memory making.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82f8aa01-d803-4627-b9fd-caf66b3ec9fd) - ![An aerial view of the Lakeshore house, showing how the structure sits on the edge of the water. We are fortunate to get sites like this to work on, where architecture can truly engage with a powerful natural landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86d53ff1-4f07-4940-b352-a612e6153166) - ![A tree trunk leans against the stone and glass facade of the House in a Grove. The design is an ode to the grove, a hidden gem that reveals itself only when you are within its embrace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/88b2da90-ffcc-4508-a63c-798f95003b52) - ![A pool reflects the sky and the simple, sloped roof of an Alibaug home. These country dwellings are designed for city dwellers seeking a different pace of life, with high roofs for cooling and local stone for durability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f43df17-82fd-4088-a2b5-58c8e6d49ea8) - ![A render showing the common pool area for a family commune in Alibaug. The design allows for both privacy and collective living, with the space between the homes becoming the heart of the project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9008d993-9caa-4487-b133-5615d70f7a44) - ![An aerial drone shot captures the vast 50 acre site of the Lakeshore house. The home is a small, respectful intervention in a wild landscape of trees, rocks, and water.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91d20550-e20a-4232-ac59-e8c738fc2f5e) - ![The expansive verandah of Villa 15 offers a simple, protected space for outdoor living. The use of low maintenance Indian materials and a one room thick plan makes for an efficient and elegant country home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9454fc3b-4971-48e7-9222-6cc37d38aa19) - ![A glimpse of the House in a Grove, where the architecture is secondary to the trees. The building is nestled into the landscape, creating a sense of escape and immersion in nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97870f56-6dfe-4971-8cdf-8f8deb8038d2) - [Video: A simple country life where architecture takes a relaxed back seat. This villa features a long, generous verandah that creates a terrace under a huge rain tree, with lantern like sleeping spaces on the upper level. Why complicate things?](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9871d324-c9ee-4eeb-8d1e-b12755d07000) - ![Water, sun, and plant life. A tranquil moment at the Villa in a Grove, where the home is designed to be a seamless part of its natural surroundings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b4642f2-08fc-4285-8069-a099a3a25b66) - ![The Lakeshore house is a two story filter, built with a metal frame and rammed earth walls. The design allows breezes, views, and bird calls to pass through, connecting the inhabitants with the stunning 50 acre site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c16224f-5fff-4c94-98bf-c496d89c336d) - ![A quiet moment by the pool at the House in a Grove. The architecture is designed to be a backdrop, allowing the experience of the natural grove to take precedence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f23df1d-00bb-45af-a608-200faad5deb4) - [Video: The story of our Lakeshore house in Hyderabad. Born out of the red earth, this low slung home is an intuitive, sustainable response to our understanding of the owners and the magnificent site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a07c5a25-ffd8-4e99-ac63-e51273248e50) - ![The completed Lakeshore house at dusk, a composition of rammed earth, metal, and glass. The architecture and the site must sing a duet, and this project is the beginning of that song.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3346013-2505-43ed-a3dd-86c2f8383865) - ![A detail of an Alibaug home, where a large roof overhang provides shade and protection from the monsoon rains. The design is a direct response to the tropical climate and the need for durable, breathable buildings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a570e675-0a1e-4063-8646-e0376b46d9fa) - ![The clean lines of the roof at Villa 15. These holiday homes are simple experiments in tropical architecture, using one room thick plans and lofty volumes to create comfortable, low maintenance dwellings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6c9ed7a-b8fe-4379-9dd9-8716edb86296) - ![A sense of place is a key ingredient in architecture that appeals and delivers. This villa, nestled within a grove in Zirard, Alibaug, delivers an alfresco living space under the tree canopies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b15e7a16-461a-45f6-aea0-6a73014153ac) - ![An outdoor dining pavilion by the pool in Alibaug. These spaces are central to our country homes, blurring the line between inside and out and encouraging a life lived in connection with nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b5814f24-a211-4160-a285-35ebee66a2cf) - ![The verandah of the Lakeshore house, paved with stone slabs and interspersed with grass. A large, found rock sits as a natural sculpture, grounding the space and connecting it to the site's geology.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd98c4b2-eddf-4997-8654-9839609f3b8c) - ![A quiet corner of the Villa in the Grove, where a stone wall provides privacy and a sense of enclosure. The bedrooms above are like lanterns suspended in the trees, designed to glow at night.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf3f2b05-2784-4644-8579-74502d1beb1c) - ![The House in a Grove, seen from the lawn. The design embraces the existing trees, with stone walls and glass volumes carefully placed to create a home that feels like a natural extension of the landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1a6f983-3ecf-458f-ab25-9b7ddaa01319) - ![A view of the House in a Grove, just as it is being completed. The architecture becomes a bystander, a partner to the grove, pushing the inhabitants to use the outdoors as their primary living space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c21430eb-0da5-4f88-9320-0f1f81d5ef6d) - ![The lush, tropical foliage surrounding the pool at the Villa in a Grove. The architecture is designed to be enveloped by nature, creating a sense of escape and tranquility.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5dc20c5-b3e5-4d7c-bd72-39dc6c104716) - ![Another view of the Villa in a Grove, where large plants frame the view of the house and pool. The design prioritizes the natural landscape, with the building acting as a quiet observer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c79450eb-4a89-415d-aaf8-60387f1bbc66) - ![An interior view from the Villa in a Grove, looking out into the dense canopy. The large windows and simple material palette of stone and wood create a calm, protected space that is fully connected to the outdoors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c95a0ccd-598e-4cd9-b9ed-351c286242f3) - ![The Villa in the Grove is rooted to its site, with stone walls and bedrooms that feel suspended in the tree canopies. We understand nature as the mother, the spirit of this place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d13e28cc-4d68-40aa-b4c8-9be1e56cacc3) - ![A window in the Villa in a Grove opens directly into the canopy of an old tree. These moments of connection are what we strive for, blurring the boundary between the built and the natural.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1ee359b-34bb-4ecf-ace1-0a60999382f4) - [Video: This is our commune called Vimaakr in Alibaug, where three couples have come together to live for good in the lap of nature. It is a project for aware, bold individuals who believed in us throughout.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d40e180d-833f-4bdf-9d4f-82b7e96e1e87) - ![The completed Lakeshore house, a composition of precise metalwork and earthy, rammed walls. The project is a duet between the site and the architecture, a home that is both modern and deeply rooted in its place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc3aa595-2744-48b0-a823-9f1e6a281cf7) - [Video: Our project near Lonavala, Gomti, is built completely in Kotah stone. It preserves all existing trees and uses rubble from a demolished building to create a new landscaped mound.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e087a847-2b1e-4f4f-882a-85b197e76651) - [Video: A home in a coconut grove in Nandgaon. This project is a reinterpretation of verandah living, built with a through and through thickness of stone. No plaster, no paint, no bricks. The atmosphere is difficult to describe in words.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e135cd9b-fb67-4be9-ab25-f3942dfa0b14) - ![An aerial view of the Villa in a Grove, showing how the structure is carefully placed within the dense tree canopy. The design creates a sense of being nestled in nature, a private world away from everything else.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed10b88d-f8d2-4ef7-8ce2-69e4caee5633) - ![Water, sun, and plant life are the core elements of our tropical homes. This view captures the essence of the Villa in a Grove, where the pool is surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efd6cf03-621b-4c00-a1a8-c0a79cba4f49) - ![The two wings of Villa 15 face each other across a brilliant blue pool. The design uses a simple, one room thick plan and lofty roofs to create a comfortable and efficient holiday home in Alibaug.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f03c7d67-97c7-4ade-8220-b7006f7e3b3f) - [Video: A film on our Alibaug Commune, where three families have chosen to drop anchor. It is a life of serenity and peace, in a project that is of its place and locale, using as many sustainable measures as possible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2525a2c-9042-45b4-950f-9ac94f3617a1) - ![A quiet moment at the House in a Grove. The architecture is an ode to its surroundings, a hidden gem that enjoys its secluded quality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f624ae49-1840-48ce-9f34-996a9dab22fa) - ![An aerial view of the Lakeshore house and its vast, 50 acre site. The project shows how architecture can occupy a powerful landscape with respect and sensitivity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f858a523-3e82-4f58-82ef-26a18debf93f) - ![The long infinity pool at the Lakeshore house reflects the sky and the surrounding trees. The home is a low slung filter for the elements, built from metal and earth from the very site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f9f03dac-c6e2-4d1e-a82a-1585602d08db) - ![The Lakeshore house at twilight. The project is now complete, and as the landscape matures over the next few years, the duet between the site and the architecture will only grow stronger.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa98981a-4928-4134-8cf1-5818536a6410) - [Video: Parikrama has been filmed. This short visual narrative tells the story of the project, capturing its nuances in a way words cannot. It is a story of shadows more than light, of stone and atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc551766-5ead-4d8b-bbb2-7547ee0f3118) ### [Urban Sanctuaries](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/urban-sanctuaries) - [Video: This is Sarvasva, a vertical home in Bombay. Its terracotta skin provides a self cleansing facade that stands in marked contrast to its surroundings, with a principal jagged eye sculpted to take in the best vistas and suspend greens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b7e81a1-62cc-43e1-918c-e5be4ad8503d) - ![A render of our Koba House, a country home by the Sabarmati. The design uses big, elemental white spaces to frame expansive views and make light the true showstopper of the architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ef8c501-3e73-4eac-a615-68cf1544353e) - ![A preview of our Dubai Hills villa, Wahatan, which means Oasis. The design sucks the green of the golfing fairway into its central courtyard, making nature the absolute center stage of the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/228f7731-7dc3-4c6d-a1fd-aa4f5ca6caba) - [Video: Our first apartment project, Ikebana in Ahmedabad, is nearing completion. These are glimpses of the experience center, a lofty white space with a stone temple like enclosure rising from a black reflective water plane. Elemental Zen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2465fcab-75a4-4945-92fb-1874631d89c5) - ![The courtyard of our Dubai Hills villa, Wahatan. The home is designed as an oasis, with lush greenery and a bridge connecting two wings, creating a private, natural world in the middle of the city.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28731ed8-3049-40f8-9e41-033b26dc2cb1) - [Video: Ikebana is green housing at a mega scale in an urban environment. The goal is to bring green to the area and be a sympathetic neighbor, using user centric design with shaded glass, irrigated planters, and sustainable practices.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2cfc4f84-a5d5-4621-bf00-eabafdb32f73) - ![A render for a new project in Bombay, living on the edge between land and sea. We intend to make a difference in our mother city, where mediocre architecture has dominated for too long. This is one of those attempts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31aa40e6-4fd5-4684-b22f-c5eae925ffab) - ![The sculptural form of the Koba House at dusk. The design is elemental, using clean white planes and a dramatic roofline to create a powerful statement against the deep blue sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37ab2d48-dc11-49f1-9821-1f90bec55100) - ![A view into the green heart of our Dubai Hills villa. The design brings the lushness of the adjacent golf course right into the home's courtyard, creating a true oasis in the desert landscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a02aded-0f89-433b-a0b1-560ee49f6e24) - ![A before and after view of our Khwabgah project in Delhi. This multi generational home celebrates the outdoors with green rooftops and courtyards, using noble materials like red sandstone and white marble.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ac85342-3296-4f8f-8632-9df92df0561b) - ![A sectional render of a vertical living project in Bombay. We are fortunate to receive commissions in our mother city, and we intend to make a change in the right direction with designs that prioritize green space and climatic response.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43f87c41-01cc-4989-9477-5e528828d458) - [Video: A glimpse of the Dubai Hills villa at night. The courtyard becomes a tranquil, illuminated garden, a private oasis that feels a world away from the bustling city.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/479eeed9-7f9d-4ac7-b70d-8336ed261124) - ![The interior courtyard of our Ishtika project, showing the play of light and shadow through the slatted roof. The name means 'brick' in Sanskrit, and the home is a celebration of this humble, powerful material.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4bdc8797-7335-4fc7-b78e-1ebfe2d22b6c) - [Video: Ishtika, our first project in Dubai, holds a special place for us. It is a simple brick courtyard home, seen here with its large glass walls that connect the interior to the lush central garden.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51c81464-26ca-4dc5-881b-034f8cd279f2) - ![A before and after comparison of the main courtyard at our Khwabgah project in Delhi. What was once a construction site is transformed into a serene green space, the public heart of this multi generational home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56f9c130-8f5a-4fb2-a2fd-2911baa36479) - ![A view of the corten steel bridge traversing the courtyard of our Dubai Hills villa. The design creates a dynamic connection between the two wings of the house, framed by lush greenery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b6d0f03-0db8-4691-8e63-6dc46d3290fd) - [Video: The 8 meter tall pivoting glass door of the Copper House in Ahmedabad. This massive portal connects the interior living space to a sunken courtyard, creating a seamless transition between inside and out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60ba5fd3-b880-465f-bfde-c1137a5242a7) - [Video: Ishtika, our first project in Dubai, is a simple brick courtyard home with a corten bridge. It houses a serious collection of contemporary Indian art and creates an atmosphere of refined living by blurring the line between inside and out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/611b2c8a-5206-45ee-b3fa-a602d9988d07) - ![A view from the Koba House, where the living space opens onto a serene pool and a view of the Sabarmati river at sunset. The architecture is designed to frame and celebrate these moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/613b9eb9-06c1-4c5c-a1a7-749b68ed6211) - ![Our Ishtika project nearing handover. It is a simple brick jali wrapped around a series of rooms and courtyards, like a little Jaisalmeri haveli. The porous walls and central court allow the home to breathe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6bba917d-dc6d-4f31-8e68-7783250254cf) - ![The transformation of the entrance at our Khwabgah project in Delhi. A raw construction space becomes a dramatic, plant filled entryway, setting the tone for a home that celebrates nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72d4cd71-4d23-48f4-b2a1-4424412d0f64) - ![The Ishtika house, with its distinctive brick jali facade, sits in the landscape. The home looks inwards, celebrating private family life within its porous, breathing walls. We never worry about doing too little.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7dd998e8-2665-479f-bb9b-badd7c6b9cf1) - [Video: A sketch of Sarvasva. The hand drawn image can never be replaced. At our studio, analog is king, and every project begins with the honest connection of pen to paper.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d880cb6-044d-4202-99e5-a0f63b012e1a) - ![A render of a tall, slender residential tower in Bombay. This project is an exploration of vertical living on the coast, with green balconies and screens to mediate the tropical climate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0b68a66-0e25-40a6-b334-9d2128523c26) - ![Another concept for a vertical home in Bombay. The design incorporates extensive planters and operable screens, creating a breathing facade that brings nature into the dense urban environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3b91af7-e905-435a-986b-f9d040fdcfba) - [Video: Our project, Sarvasva, a terracotta home in Bombay, was awarded Winner for high rise residence by Architecture Hunter. We are thankful for the reaffirmation of our belief in simple, soulful, and relevant stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7e05b0f-190d-4078-8876-37dee3895062) - [Video: A new project in Ahmedabad, an inquiry into an Aangan (courtyard) home. Like a geode, the hard, sand textured exterior gives way to a cool, open, and perfectly lit core with green roofs and intimate spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b624509d-e917-48f4-921e-80200d13361b) - [Video: Ishtika in Dubai Hills is a large, multi generational family home built from sand bricks and corten steel. It embraces a large courtyard, with a corten bridge traversing it, and uses light and shadow to create a cool, calm atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc3b78df-74d1-490e-a54a-32139ffdb4b3) - ![The central stairwell of the Ishtika house, with light filtering down from above. The open design creates a sense of vertical connection through the different levels of the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bca43825-e1f9-4bde-87ba-bcbea4bdea00) - ![A render of a vertical home on the Bombay coast. Living on the edge between land and sea, our goal is to create architecture that responds to the climate and brings a new level of quality to the city.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c2f5d930-04cf-4c6c-b445-c24231811f60) - [Video: The experience center for our Ikebana apartment project. The design uses the Japanese art of arranging nature and space to create a tangible connection between man and the natural spirit, with stone fins rising from a black water body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0c9386b-3a17-4876-9a05-860e111a5164) - [Video: Our urban home project in Juhu, Mumbai, is reaching completion. We have attempted to bring back double height spaces, large planted terraces, and 6 meter tall sliding glass walls to heighten the sense of light and air in our packed metropolis.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d22d48a0-6086-4043-816a-696604eb6ae5) - ![The living space of the Koba House, where a large painting provides a splash of color in an otherwise serene, white interior. The room opens completely to the central courtyard with its signature olive tree.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5a92ccf-6922-4183-b567-72dcd6a40154) - [Video: Our first project in our capital city, New Delhi, Khwabgah pays homage to Fatehpur Sikri. It uses the same red Agra sandstone and white marble to create a timeless sense of luxury that celebrates material, craft, light, and nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6599fa0-297c-47b1-872d-1e2f4dfcba02) - [Video: Our multi generational home in Juhu is now handed over. Conceived as a stack of "Living Slabs," the 8 storey anthracite black structure alternates single and duplex units, holding greens wherever possible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dcc44503-40fb-4e64-9ea7-219941889f23) - [Video: A quiet sanctuary amidst the chaos. This film teases our project in Bombay, a seven story home that is a sacred grove in stone. It holds space for light, wind, and silence. Not just a home, but a presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e21f3f87-ec09-4cd0-9a04-f0d7e5d378f7) - ![A resident walks through the courtyard of the Wahatan villa in Dubai Hills. The design creates a journey through interconnected indoor and outdoor spaces, all centered around a lush green oasis.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e440851e-ca34-40d8-8378-e90b021bd068) - ![A view of the Bandra Worli Sea Link from a penthouse project in Bombay. Our design for this space frames the iconic cityscape, creating a seamless connection between the luxurious interior and the sprawling metropolis outside.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e63a86a3-4872-433d-b534-7a7c6eb4e8a6) - ![The courtyard of our Dubai Hills villa, showing the interplay of light and shadow created by the overhead trellis. The design includes a water feature that reflects the sky and cools the surrounding space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e92ae4ca-e9ba-43ec-97b6-ad3524664dcd) - ![A corridor in the Ishtika house, with warm wood flooring and a view down into the central, multi-level courtyard. The play of light from the slatted roof above creates a dynamic, ever changing pattern on the floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e93b18db-8832-4c6e-829a-7ea0769f9837) - [Video: Our Copper House in Ahmedabad is built on, above, and within an 18 foot mound. The home straddles many connections with nature to suit the needs of a multi generational family, creating a unique and deeply custom design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea064fed-10a0-4ce9-959f-7d5725dfdc43) - ![Before and after at the Khwabgah project in Delhi. A central courtyard, once a dusty construction area with a lone tree, is transformed into a lush garden, the green heart of the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eac07cb8-729e-47f7-9c26-497bd593c4fd) - [Video: Our Casa Nirvana project at Breachcandy has taken off. This is a super green development with an exoskeleton to control the microclimate, shield from wind and rain, and support over 400 breeds of plants.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe8e6cef-4774-41c0-8344-2029627d8a0e) ### [Spaces for Learning & Community](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/spaces-for-learning-community) - ![A render of Sanskriti Vihara in Bombay, a school that is an ancient modern idea. The design allows students to walk the facade of their school, finding their own path from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03da908f-2c5c-443f-a8b2-506a59fe97db) - [Video: Sanskriti Vihara is an art of framing time. Reaching completion after over 10 years, we hope the space touches the souls of those who walk its stepped facade and discover their inner selves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/057f3221-b7bf-45a5-a437-25c886c99b95) - ![The intricate, diamond patterned facade of Sanskriti Vihara, now in construction. This ancient modern idea is a way to reinterpret our glorious past and our way of life. Architecture has immense power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/067adc57-ecc1-4764-b173-a8f3da99a057) - ![An elemental gallery and party space, finished in seamless gray concrete. The architecture takes a relaxed approach, allowing atmosphere and people to make the space, which can transform for exhibits, music, and get togethers of every kind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e5e4c52-4716-4f68-bdb8-f681f60fb7ff) - ![The Durall Pavilion was designed as a place to pause, a respite from the cacophony of an exhibition. It is a black, mesh clad folly that could be a church, a meditation hall, or an aviary. It is a space for peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1cd1a332-6956-41b1-b6c0-7f7b4b8f6e81) - ![The lower floor of Sanskriti Vihara, where meditation halls are formed by modular concrete arches. Repetition, a key strategy of our ancient monuments, is used here to create a powerful, rhythmic space below grade.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/23db29b0-36aa-498b-9f90-b47ed96fec2c) - ![The Durall Systems Pavilion was a temporary build, an all black expanded mesh form connecting two extra large minimal windows. It framed a line of light vertically and a garden horizontally, becoming a place for quiet introspection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34028cdd-4c93-4fc9-a4c1-724ee8a44004) - [Video: Our science lab for girls in Mandvi, Kutch, was a philanthropic gesture. Built on a tight site, we devised a mechano kind of build with a steel frame and breathing walls made of terracotta cones, handcrafted by local potters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ab29141-ca57-499d-9d31-6936db75ff4e) - ![A view into the Durall Pavilion, where a single table lamp illuminates the dark, moody interior. The space was designed to showcase windows by creating an atmosphere of peace and focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ad34784-3366-44cd-89c4-0403ebd8076e) - ![A look through the garden into the black mesh form of the Durall Pavilion. The temporary structure was designed as a folly, a place of respite that could be a church, a meditation hall, or simply a beautiful space to pause.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4feae4cd-800c-4cea-9591-b21a5ab03d07) - ![The interior of the Durall Pavilion, where a horizontal window frames a lush garden. The all black space becomes a quiet backdrop, allowing the view and the people within it to become the focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f3d1788-22aa-4b33-a0f6-7d45c428dec4) - ![The communal table in our elemental gallery space. The room is designed to be highly adaptable, with seamless gray concrete surfaces and dramatic lighting that can be configured for parties, exhibitions, or gatherings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61fb7a4c-0be3-44fc-8b3e-95b231d60f6a) - ![The floating staircase and communal table define this gallery and party space. The architecture is intentionally relaxed, creating a versatile canvas where atmosphere and people are the main event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6295e797-4b7c-45ff-a33c-5e8ea9ce5331) - [Video: The concrete arches of Sanskriti Vihara create a powerful rhythm in the below grade meditation halls. This project, won in a competition, is very close to our hearts and reinterprets ancient Indian architectural strategies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/63f481da-f30c-4e47-a712-b5cd2398afa1) - ![A render showing the grand scale of the Sanskriti Vihara facade, with its network of stairs and landings overlooking a large pool. It is an ancient modern idea, a return to our glorious past.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/764f2496-374d-4b6e-bea3-dd9c656f556d) - ![A closer look at the facade of Sanskriti Vihara. The design is a reinterpretation of our way of life, allowing one to walk the facade and find their own path to enlightenment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/797d31c4-28d9-4d87-9c9c-4e4a16286ced) - ![A black and white photograph of the Durall Pavilion. The temporary structure was designed as a place of pause and quiet introspection amidst the noise of a large product exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d46703a-ea4f-485e-98b4-894e81a6fe7b) - ![The modular arched units of Sanskriti Vihara under construction. This 6 by 6 meter unit was found capable of satisfying all the spatial needs of the institution, from meditation halls to classrooms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/837d16ba-72d8-49fc-a32c-aef7a826008a) - ![Another view of the Durall Pavilion, captured in black and white. The space, though temporary, was designed with the same principle as all our architecture: it must allow for pause and reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c52812a-68e8-467b-aefc-bf365aa5bf46) - ![The suspended staircase in our elemental gallery space. The design uses a mix of wood, steel, and concrete to create a modern, industrial feel that is both raw and refined.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90ec0b87-dd9e-42dc-ac08-16e28069bd3e) - ![A full view of the Sanskriti Vihara render, showing the stepped facade, arched windows, and rooftop greenery. This project is a testament to the immense power of architecture to inspire and elevate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96340aa9-b4f8-4bb9-8727-631285fb0189) - [Video: We are honored to be the design architects for the new state of the art JNIS Campus in Juhu, Mumbai. This is our vision for a world class, contemporary Indian institution that fosters sustainability and a belief in our unique roots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/972775f1-e89a-4292-afbc-03ee80bb0c6d) - [Video: Our installation at the ADFF and STIR festival at NCPA, Bombay. We chose to connect the ancient space of rock cut Chaityas with bamboo and jute, materials seen on every street as we rebuild our city. It is our truth, our space, our soul.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a22eeb6-6afe-4718-be54-a18dbb8f7d7c) - ![A woman opens a large pivoting door in the Durall Pavilion, revealing the garden beyond. The pavilion was a temporary folly, a place to pause and find peace amidst the chaos of an exhibition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a221f2c0-d492-4c0a-8efc-ec8724cb3a1f) - ![The interior of the Durall Pavilion, where a vertical line of light acts as a focal point. The dark, mesh clad space creates a dramatic atmosphere for showcasing products and hosting events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ade8d57e-a162-417b-a3de-9e1bdb885fc5) - ![A line drawing showing the structural framework of a new project. The inquiry here is about the relationship between a tall and a squat opening, and how the resultant shape becomes a habitable space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c03f313b-cc83-4d39-bf70-3a9c5878616d) - ![The raw concrete arches of Sanskriti Vihara during construction. This modular system, inspired by ancient monuments, forms the single cell unit of the entire building, creating a powerful and rhythmic interior.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c42bc5e9-e99b-4ba3-886e-7a24a0df92b9) - ![Another view of the concrete arches at Sanskriti Vihara. The lower floor meditation halls are below grade, opening onto a rainwater harvesting reservoir, connecting the spiritual space with the natural element of water.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d535faa1-5899-42ac-a75b-6273a37119e5) - ![The Durall Pavilion's vertical window frames a line of light, almost like a temple to a saber. This temporary installation was designed to be a place of quiet introspection, a core tenet of all our architectural work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/daf6ee55-5d96-4250-8477-f96dcdeba51a) - [Video: The line of light, a metaphorical spirit of nature. In our pavilion, a giant glass door opens to the everglow of this spirit, because for us, Nature is God.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5685239-59aa-40bb-8a22-9cada149eb1f) - ![The Durall Pavilion at night, a dark, contemplative space framing a brightly lit garden. It was designed as a respite, a place to pause and reflect, whether you see it as a church, an aviary, or a bar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e7d1088b-b706-40d2-8b41-ae9785862ded) - ![The complex scaffolding required to construct the arched forms of Sanskriti Vihara. This project, won in competition 8 years ago, is like a ship on soil, a testament to engineering and architectural vision.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efcc76aa-3557-4c70-9b92-63a2b6b14030) - ![A view from inside the Durall Pavilion, where a single person pauses by the vertical window. The all black mesh form creates a space for quiet, allowing the garden and the light to become the focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f01fc6a4-91f0-414c-aa9f-f66867100895) - [Video: A pavilion, coming soon to NCPA, Mumbai. This installation for the ADFF and STIR festival will be a must visit for anyone enthused by relevant stories that capture the Indian diaspora in film and architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f3ca1fc5-4431-491f-b24e-de6112fd1d49) - ![The corner of a concrete arch at Sanskriti Vihara. The raw, powerful geometry of the structure is evident even during the construction phase, hinting at the monumental space to come.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f969b548-7650-4aef-8d93-2e90e05391c3) - ![A render of the Sanskriti Vihara facade, showing the intricate network of staircases that allow one to traverse the building's exterior. It is an ancient modern idea, a reinterpretation of our history.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd7c7f18-4d6a-4f4c-bc68-76eff896bf85) ### [The Architect's Hand: Process & Craft](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/the-architect-s-hand-process-craft) - [Video: Our models are the essence of what we do. Made of wood and brass, they help us study scale, site occupation, and negative space. The studio is producing models every week. It is tactile bliss.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f974823-84c1-4f16-b8af-841628306cee) - [Video: Models and maquettes line our studio walls. Made of hardwoods and aged brass, we usually scale them at 1:200 to critically study and compare projects. This is a tangible, hands on process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2464736d-a27e-4e08-810a-542923112525) - [Video: How projects develop at our studio. Getting in every morning is a joy, with models waiting for tweaks from the day before. It's a tangible, catch and release ethos, with no pondering behind a flat screen. We promise to remain students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e7bc526-c820-4153-82e0-ead619854a41) - ![A sectional model of our Tiruppur house. The studio is now producing models of all scales to study sun paths, courtyard proportions, and spatial quality. Virtual models can only go so far; this is the real thing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/300a3212-1a17-43ed-9339-7defa50ad84d) - ![A model of the Tiruppur house, showing the relationship between the built form and the landscape. We use these models to study light, space, and the overall composition before construction begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/650c993b-72d0-4f6b-b774-a970aa516233) - [Video: A conversation on methodology and process. This video shows some of our completed work, like the Brick Kiln house, and gives insight into how we approach design from the first sketch to the final building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6538e0bf-f60f-4d95-b13e-1aad33df1492) - ![A sectional model of the Tiruppur house, crafted from wood. These models allow us to explore the interior spaces and the play of light in a tangible way, a crucial step in our design process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ec10dcc-d67c-4de3-8d62-6cb60f2fc64e) - ![Another view of the Tiruppur house model. The use of wood and the inclusion of delicate, tree like forms helps us to visualize the project's connection to its natural surroundings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/891cd324-9610-4dc9-b974-a0c8cf8ba057) - ![A site specific insertion, captured in a wood and brass model. The project must deliver a well laid out home without disrupting the naturalness of the site. The model helps us find that balance between iconic and sensitive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f1da3e4-b971-4848-b0a0-04cde6628a44) - ![A model of the Tiruppur house, showing the main axis and the relationship between the different volumes. These models are precious gifts to our patrons who give us the opportunity to dream.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a13a3380-e632-46e0-9f85-dbdcca25beb0) - [Video: Project after project, we keep it human. Our approach is like a reggae song, simple and easy to live in. This video shows sketches and renders, capturing the journey from an idea to a built reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a83e8d13-7b97-4fbb-8021-f65b3a777e44) - ![A model of the entrance to the Tiruppur house. We use these handcrafted objects to study every detail, from the proportions of a courtyard to the quality of light filtering through a screen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af959008-e2d2-47cd-bdb8-981ee7473f99) - ![A new project model, exploring a site specific insertion. The goal is to create a home that is powerful yet sympathetic, strong yet soft, where art and soul intertwine to produce wonder.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bcd6a9bd-8602-4fea-b203-703b15ed433a) - [Video: Further explorations into sectional models that open and unlock with hand crafted brass keys. The section cutaway parts are all lined in brass. We love making them in our workshop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f784b5d8-fc7c-46d0-8085-1462a844edba) ### [A Symphony of Materials](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/a-symphony-of-materials) - ![Our Tiruppur house is a symphony in stone. This upward shot shows the corner detail of the granite facade, where the texture of the stone meets the clean geometry of the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c90410d-0314-4144-9660-bd2aea899355) - ![A new home in Ahmedabad, entirely in vertically banded silver concrete. This is the first wall, a single 3700mm high pour. When the site team comes through with flying colors, the quality speaks for itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cc68bee-6be3-4c4f-a967-92f5ee5a80a9) - ![A close up of the granite jaali screen for our Tiruppur house. The stone is carved and layered to create a permeable wall that plays with light and shadow, a modern interpretation of a traditional element.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/117535a5-42b3-4180-a14a-85949884afe7) - ![Like manners maketh man, details make architecture. This close up from the Lakeshore house shows the junction of rammed earth, steel, and wood. Build quality, craft, and material are the tools that turn building into art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/257e9d08-f571-40d3-a817-347e84cb5bc9) - ![A detail of a spiral staircase, where the aged brass handrail becomes a pure, sculptural ribbon. We love these little details; the overall project is but a collection of well matched and fitted parts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2590de48-5887-4e2e-8897-9f42eb24a83e) - ![The corner of the Tiruppur house, where the granite blocks are precisely joined. The house is conceived as a symphony in stone, a collection of gardens framed as a home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33e1f672-1262-46ad-b8e3-82ccd5a8fbf6) - ![The big ideas and the minute detail must work together to tell the tale. This image shows the junction of Indian marble, aged brass, and salvaged teak, a palette of noble, natural materials.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42364eb4-b646-4ac3-b188-665f42ac5594) - ![A detail of a spiral staircase handrail, crafted from aged brass with a beautiful patina. The hand must fit the rail, must fit the stringer, must fit the space. It is a satisfying process of getting every detail just right.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44e36c53-cff4-4364-88bc-d1ee984d3bc0) - ![A study in texture for a gallery space. Seamless gray concrete covers the floors and walls, creating a neutral, elemental backdrop that allows the art, music, and people to become the focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54fe8cd4-f9a7-4f4c-bd59-1dbbcaedde50) - ![A minimalist swing at the Lakeshore house, where a simple wooden seat is suspended by a slender brass rod against a wall of rammed earth. Details like these are what turn a building into art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55decace-d5f9-426f-af1c-287b00143abe) - ![A close up of the brick jali at our Ishtika house. The pattern of light and shadow created by the perforated wall is a key feature of the design, allowing the building to breathe while maintaining privacy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58d9124d-7593-428c-9e45-722dd7613fff) - [Video: Give the soul peace and time. This video shows details of our work, focusing on the imperfect, natural beauty of stone and the quiet moments created by thoughtful design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c0fb95d-52b4-42b1-a3c5-66378f70949f) - ![A staircase detail at the Lakeshore house, where stacked stone steps meet a warm wood landing. The aged brass handrail provides a tactile connection point, guiding the transition between materials.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/633b2e4a-4b7f-40ee-9484-85ac38054f5a) - ![The texture of a random rubble stone wall at Villa 16. Using local materials and traditional construction techniques grounds the architecture in its place and gives it a timeless quality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/790e367f-7de7-4cc9-b097-e0de9decf372) - ![A detail of the granite jaali at our Tiruppur house. The screen is a collection of gardens framed as a home, a modern interpretation of a classic Indian architectural element.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a3fb8c5-c0ee-430a-bed0-52e552327051) - ![Details make architecture. A view of the pergola at the Lakeshore house, showing the clean lines of the steel structure and the texture of the stone pavers below.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c47b235b-a0f0-4e47-af32-7fa02faa00d4) - [Video: Space can speak and soothe. This video showcases interior details, from a custom wood and steel kitchen to a sculptural spiral staircase, all designed to create an atmosphere of warmth and calm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb0e2847-c484-4b3f-980f-9fc9711a3210) - ![A wooden staircase at the Lakeshore house, where the warm tones of the paneling are illuminated by light from a high window. Build quality, craft, and material are the tools that turn building into art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd8f00a1-a52f-43c6-9895-20bba9b4b240) - ![The granite jaali of the Tiruppur house, a symphony in stone. The perforated screen creates a beautiful play of light and shadow, while providing privacy and ventilation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ceec1206-5d1a-43c7-9a58-1cf62c818c84) - ![A sculptural spiral staircase made of aged brass and wood. We love the details, the junctions, and the way a handrail can split and find its own support. It is so satisfying when it all comes together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5261020-762c-41c2-afeb-9a1f83a611c0) - ![A study in texture and material. The big ideas and the minute detail must work together to tell the tale. Here, fluted surfaces of marble and wood create a subtle, tactile rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d64870bb-6c97-4473-8a07-db92ee23ab58) - ![An overhead view of a spiral staircase under construction, its form a perfect curl. Even wrapped in protective plastic, the sculptural quality of the aged brass and wood is evident.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5753233-8b62-44c4-ab2a-7700f62f3171) - ![A close up of the 'Ishtika' brick facade against a clear blue sky. The rotated bricks create a highly textured, dynamic surface that changes with the light throughout the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5f4b5af-b7be-4f8d-bd1e-fcf169dfe6b5) - ![A black and white detail of the granite jaali at the Tiruppur house. The removal of color emphasizes the texture, form, and the beautiful interplay of solid and void.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8bda298-c8dc-46fd-b6a6-80d7c9c63c5a) ### [Works in Progress](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/works-in-progress) - ![We are now building a little commune of three homes in Alibaug, for families who have chosen to live on the same acreage. The project is about the space between, the atmosphere of green, birdcalls, and the rustle of leaves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00f236b5-aa8e-4ead-8259-5846a09b441f) - [Video: Our Khwabgah project in Delhi, shown here in construction renders. The design features a modern interpretation of a jaali screen and a serene pool area, blending traditional motifs with contemporary forms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ee1a176-36dc-42d8-8648-354374e47338) - ![Another view of the family commune under construction in Alibaug. The concrete structure establishes the long, linear form of the homes, which are designed to allow for both privacy and collective living.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73d7330a-0543-4085-a286-3e041a681dac) - ![The raw concrete frame of the Alibaug family commune, with the hillscape visible in the background. The space between the structures is what the project is about, creating an atmosphere of country life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5286c5f-6ce3-4a5a-aaab-4bed1e3de981) - ![A view down the long corridor of one of the homes in the Alibaug commune during construction. The repeating columns create a strong rhythm, framing the natural landscape at the end.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f538816f-04f2-4139-98d0-f22825f288e2) ### [Additional Work & Explorations](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/architectural-design/additional-work-explorations) - [Video: A glimpse of the Lakeshore house in Hyderabad, a composition of rammed earth and metal on Lake Osman Sagar. The house acts as a filter for breezes and views, blending prefab steel with reddish earth from the site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08bacd59-09d7-488a-b433-e32c8a557e29) - ![A render for a new multi generational family retreat. The design uses a spread accommodation with courtyards and verandahs to create distinct atmospheres of togetherness and isolation for a family of well travelled individuals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0ef93188-713f-4789-ac8f-05e6f2e2ead1) - [Video: The last of a series of mini snippets from our Alibaug Commune. A set of three homes, inserted carefully into a wild landscape. Life in balance is sought and nailed here.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1273093c-f4a4-40ea-bc3b-ad7f09bf2cd8) - [Video: Kasaya, our little gem that cradles a single champa tree. An outdoor barsati room with a triple height swing frames the living space and opens up the plot from end to end, creating an atmosphere that soothes the soul.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d690f99-dc8c-4405-86db-469e15448a37) - ![The entrance to a new family retreat, designed for relaxation and natural living. The architecture is spread across the site, using courtyards and verandahs to create distinct atmospheres.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24ccd064-b59c-4268-9115-b4697a07c938) - [Video: Let's build a New India, bit by bit. This is India's time. These watercolor sketches represent the spirit of our work, a commitment to building with soul and a connection to our roots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/371e88d3-7ddc-4e2e-b0b7-8a72ab609e1a) - [Video: Come visit our Pandal pavilion at NCPA, built completely of Jute and bamboo. It is an ancient space expressed in temporary materials, an ode and a pledge to our Planet. A reminder that there is no Planet B.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4615fbfd-b638-4c54-a0d6-0f11cf77c49b) - ![A render of a family retreat, where the architecture is nestled into a lush, tropical landscape. The design focuses on creating understated elegance and a deep connection to the beautiful site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/477cbe8e-42ea-484f-b172-a1e0b553f4e9) - ![A detail of a spiral staircase where the aged brass handrail curves gracefully. We love the small details, the junctions, and the way materials come together to create a cohesive and beautiful whole.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abcf9652-8e9b-4c1a-8629-71fc41754d72) - [Video: Calm, white, empty, airy, quiet. These snippets are from the Alibaug Commune we handed over earlier this year, capturing moments of peace and natural bliss.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acc5b321-863e-4265-a357-a69bdc673f62) - [Video: Quiet moments spent with oneself are when the best ideas occur. This video captures the play of light, color, and texture on stone, a moment of tropical bliss that inspires our work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5258d18-10fa-40cd-a9ea-033882d22cd3) - ![A render of a verandah space in a new family retreat. The design uses natural materials and frames views of the lush landscape, creating a peaceful space for relaxation and connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e861207a-9818-47d7-937e-106bc62b5047) ## Meet your expert [Spasm Design](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects) ### My story Walking into our studio, it’s like a band tuning up for the day, not just work. We’ve been doing this for years, still learning, still loving analog – real models, hands-on, no hiding behind screens. Every project handover gives us that bittersweet ache, but new stories keep us moving. Bombay’s chaos is our muse, and honestly, art and poetry – that’s the soul. Building a new India, one bit at a time. ### My work - **Designing sustainable spaces**: We create architecture, masterplans, hospitality, housing, and institutional projects with a focus on sustainability. - **Custom-made objects and furniture**: We craft furniture, lamps, and objects – where architecture meets touch and pattern. - **Soulful, atmospheric design**: We don’t chase style. We build spaces that feel quiet, relevant, and full of soul. - **Material honesty**: We use basalt, granite, rammed earth, salvaged teak – true materials, no shortcuts, for timeless quality. - **Simple, responsive approach**: We listen to the site. High roofs, courtyards, verandahs, keeping things simple and direct, especially for coastal climates. ## More services from Spasm Design - [Sustainable & Climatic Design](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/sustainable-climatic-design) · ₹120-350 per sq.ft. (estimate) - [Integrated Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/spasmdesignarchitects/integrated-interior-design) · ₹1,200-4,000 per sq.ft (estimate) ## Book To book Spasm Design, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Architectural%20Design%20by%20Spasm%20Design.)