Spasm Design

About

We don’t believe in forcing buildings onto a site – it’s more like having a quiet chat with the land. Our approach is about listening to the sun, wind, and even the soil. Each project, whether squeezed into a city lane or sprawling by the coast, ends up with its own vibe because of this. We aren’t chasing cool looks or trends, just honest, lived-in spaces.

How We Work

• We design for Indian heat, aiming for comfort without running ACs all day. High ceilings and lofty roofs let hot air drift out on its own.
• Most of our buildings are one room thick, usually wrapped around courtyards. This isn’t just for show – it’s all about passive cooling architecture and letting that breeze do its thing.
• You’ll find lots of porous walls, like brick jaalis or terracotta cones, which keep things airy and shaded.
• Deep verandahs, pergolas, and sliding screens help cut the sun without shutting the world out.

Materials & Connection

• We use locally sourced building materials – rammed earth, Indian stones, salvaged teak. These materials age well, and honestly, plaster just gets in the way.
• Courtyards are our green lungs. They cool things down, bring in light, and feel a bit like a hidden garden in the middle of everything.
• Green roofs and planted terraces help us blend buildings into the landscape, while also keeping interiors cooler.

Everything we do is about making places that feel human and simple – nothing flashy, just spaces that work with nature instead of against it.