Architectural Design
Available across Noida
We design buildings that fit their surroundings, use sustainable materials like rammed earth and brick, and stay involved from first sketch to final build using physical models.
Pricing Guide
Urban Residential Architecture
Conceptual Design & Modeling
- Site Analysis: Detailed sun path and wind direction studies to maximize natural light and privacy.
- Physical Models: Hand-crafted wood or foam board models to visualize volume and shadow play.
- 3D Visualization: High-definition renders showcasing material textures and facade aesthetics.
Detailed Documentation
- Working Drawings: Comprehensive floor plans, sections, stairwell details, and elevations for execution.
- Signature Facades: Custom detailing for pixelated brickwork, exposed concrete, or metal lattice skins.
- Material Selection: Curation of tactile mood boards including terrazzo, wire-cut bricks, and local stone.
Structural & MEP Integration
- Utility Planning: Concealed routing design for HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to maintain visual minimalism.
- Structural Coordination: Integration of complex forms like cantilevers into the engineering design.
Site Supervision
- Milestone Visits: Scheduled inspections at critical stages like plinth, lintel, and slab casting to ensure design fidelity.
- Vendor Support: Assistance in selecting window systems and facade fabricators.
Hillside Retreat & Eco-Villa Design
Terrain Engineering
- Slope Analysis: Designing stepped structures that follow the mountain gradient to minimize soil cutting.
- Climate Response: Passive heating strategies and insulation planning specifically for cold climates.
- View Orientation: Architectural positioning to maximize panoramic valley or peak views.
Sustainable Construction
- Vernacular Materials: Specifications for using local stone, mud, or rammed earth walls to reduce carbon footprint.
- Green Roofs: Detailing for live vegetation roofs that provide natural thermal insulation.
- Water Systems: Integration of rainwater harvesting and drainage crucial for slope stability.
Structural Hybridization
- Composite Design: Combining traditional stone or wood with modern steel and glass elements.
- Glazing Layouts: Large format glass design to connect indoors with nature while maintaining heat retention.
Execution Guidance
- Remote Coordination: Detailed communication loops for local contractors unfamiliar with modern drawings.
- Sourcing Assistance: Guidance on procuring eco-friendly materials viable for remote locations.
Commercial & Institutional Architecture
Spatial Planning
- Area Optimization: Layouts designed to maximize carpet area, lift cores, and fire exits for high rental value.
- Grid Flexibility: Modular planning capable of adapting to micro-offices or large corporate setups.
- Compliance: Adherence to FAR limits and commercial building bye-laws.
Signature Facade Design
- Building Skins: Geometric envelopes using metal lattices, louvers, or kinetic elements.
- Climatic Control: Solar shading analysis to reduce cooling loads without sacrificing daylight.
- Identity Creation: Use of experimental brick patterns or industrial steel aesthetics.
Structural Aesthetics
- Exoskeleton Concepts: Design of visible structural members like columns and beams as part of the exterior elevation.
- Large Spans: Engineering column-free spaces suitable for factories or large office halls.
Documentation
- Construction Drawings: Complete set of civil, elevation, and section drawings ready for site.
- Vendor Review: Approval of shop drawings from glass and facade vendors to ensure design intent.
About Architectural Design
We see architecture as a journey, not just a job. Every project starts with a raw idea and ends with something you can actually touch and feel. Sometimes it’s messy, sometimes it’s slow, but we’re always hands-on, figuring out what works best for each space.
How We Design
- Context matters. Whether it’s a city home or a mountain villa, we try to make every building fit right in, not stick out awkwardly.
- Our style is modern and minimal. Clean lines, open spaces, lots of natural light. We want the place to feel calm, not cluttered.
- Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for us. We use eco-friendly stuff like rammed earth and mud, and design green roofs to keep things cool and cut down on energy.
Materials & Models
We love experimenting with materials. Wood, brick, steel, concrete - each has its own vibe. Physical models are a big part of our process. They help us see how things will actually look and feel, way better than just staring at a screen.
What We Build
- Minimalist residential architecture in cities and hills - from penthouses to hillside homes with killer views.
- Contextual urban design for offices and commercial spaces, with facades that play with brick and metal.
- Retreats and hospitality projects, especially in the mountains, using sustainable building materials.
- Schools and factories, where planning and structure matter most.
We stick around from the first sketch to the last brick. Sometimes it takes ages to get every detail right, but seeing it all come together is worth it.
Meet your Expert
Studio HKAD
15 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, we’re Studio HKAD. Our studio’s got this green courtyard - it’s not just a pretty spot, it’s where we breathe and think. We’re a bit old-school, always making models with our hands, figuring out how light falls, how spaces feel. There was this project in Himachal, felt like meditation just to get started, but seeing it blend into the mountains? Magic. We also hang out at colleges, keeps us sharp and connected.
My Work
What we do - We design architecture, interiors, and furniture for homes, offices, schools, and retreats.
Our way of working - We love contextual architecture design, minimal interior design, and blending buildings with the landscape.
Materials we use - We play with rammed earth construction, exposed concrete, brick, rattan, and steel - honest, raw stuff.
Hands-on process - Every project starts with handmade architectural models. We’re there, from the spark to the final nail.
