Studio Alaya

About

We believe a home should feel honest, rooted, and alive. For us, building sustainably isn’t just about saving the planet, it’s about creating spaces that invite you in and make you want to stay. Some parts of the journey can get messy - decisions take time, and not everything will be super fast or slick. But what you get is a space with a soul.

Design Approach

We focus on connecting the built and the natural. Instead of just building walls, we shape the way light and air move through your home. Courtyards, skylights, and large windows aren’t just design features - they make rooms brighter, cooler, and more comfortable. Most of the time, this means you barely need to turn on the AC or lights during the day.

Materials & Techniques

Our projects feature earth block construction, local stone, exposed brick, and concrete. We use what’s available on-site whenever we can - like boulders for rubble walls. Techniques like rat-trap bond brickwork and filler slabs save energy and keep interiors comfortable. Sometimes, we get creative with upcycled building materials, like using bottles filled with soil for walls.

Projects & Process

We design sustainable homes for city plots, community centers, farmhouses, and more - mostly in Bengaluru but open to Pan-India work. The process is collaborative and hands-on. We explain, discuss, and decide together so every choice supports comfort, longevity, and a story that feels yours.