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Architecture in the Public Realm: Designing for Urban Connection

byThirdspaceStudios in Pune & Belagavi; Projects across IndiaStarts from₹200 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-up AreaView full gallery

We view architecture as a tool for shaping public life. Our projects focus on creating structures that seamlessly integrate with their surroundings while fostering community interaction.

This video captures athletes interacting with the bold, vermilion-red interior and exterior spaces of the "Figured Ground" sports arena, showcasing the project's dynamic and photogenic qualities.

A render of the interior of a proposed pedestrian footbridge. The design uses a deformed tube form to create a complex, light-filled structure that makes the simple act of crossing a highway a unique spatial experience.

This render shows the pedestrian footbridge at sunset. The sculptural form of the bridge is designed to be a landmark, an piece of urban art that is also a functional piece of infrastructure.

The dynamic, angular form of the footbridge creates a dramatic silhouette against the sky. The structure is designed to be experienced from multiple viewpoints, both by pedestrians and by drivers passing below.

An aerial view of the pedestrian footbridge concept, showing how it spans a major highway. The design provides a safe and engaging crossing for pedestrians, connecting two sides of the city.

The entrance to the footbridge is designed to be welcoming and accessible, with the structure lifting off the ground to create a sheltered gathering space.

The bridge's form is a result of a unified strategy that responds to various performance parameters, including structural efficiency and pedestrian experience.

The interior of the footbridge is a tunnel of light and shadow, with the structural frame creating a rhythmic pattern. Openings provide views out to the surrounding landscape.

The bridge is conceived as a piece of functional sculpture that enhances the public realm and creates a new urban landmark.

The infinity pool on the rooftop of "The Treehouse" apartments offers stunning panoramic views of the Bengaluru cityscape. This amenity provides residents with a resort-like escape in the heart of the city.

About Architecture in the Public Realm

When we design public infrastructure like footbridges, we look beyond simple utility. Our process involves deforming standard geometric forms to create light-filled, rhythmic shelters that prioritize pedestrian safety and comfort, turning the daily commute into a distinct spatial experience.

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Thirdspace

Studios in Pune & Belagavi; Projects across IndiaStarts from ₹200 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-up Area

I'm Praveen, working alongside Namrata. Since 2002, we’ve sketched out ideas in Koregaon Park, driven by the belief that buildings should act as extensions of their environment. Whether it's a sports arena or a city footbridge, we’re obsessed with the rhythm, proportion, and human scale of our interventions.

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