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Urban Plaza & Public Space Design Concepts

byStudio WightVisit studio at Richmond Road; Projects across BengaluruStarts from₹650 ₹ Per Sq. Ft.View full gallery

We design plazas that act as community destinations, blending sculptural forms, tactile materials, and green landscapes to make city life feel a little more human.

This render shows a modern food and beverage kiosk designed for an urban plaza. The structure features a rooftop green space and is made from brushed metal, glass, and oak paneling. Minimal seating at the kiosk encourages people to explore the surrounding plaza.

An overhead master plan of the urban plaza. The design uses terraced landscapes and organic pathways to break up the space and create diverse experiences. The layout seamlessly integrates open seating, green pockets, and walkways, blurring the line between the built and natural environment.

About Urban Plaza Concepts

For the kiosk units shown here, we focused as much on operational reality as we did on aesthetics. We integrated discreet maintenance access panels and concealed cable management directly into the metal and oak framework, so the plaza stays looking professional without needing invasive repairs down the road. It is about building for the long term.

Public space design projects across Bengaluru — Approved by the tribe
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Studio Wight

Visit studio at Richmond Road; Projects across BengaluruStarts from ₹650 ₹ Per Sq. Ft.

We are Ambica and Jhashank from Studio Wight. Architecture to us isn't just about the structure, it is about the energy you feel when you step into a space. Whether it is a public plaza or a private villa, we love merging tradition with modern, clean lines.

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