--- title: "Studio PKA Behind the Scenes | Creative Architecture Process Mumbai" description: "Step into The Loft, the creative hub of Studio PKA. Explore our architectural process, design philosophy, and the honest work behind our Mumbai projects." canonical: https://mytribe.in/studiopka/architectural-interior-design/additional-work-studio-moments last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Behind the Scenes at Studio PKA Tribe Verified · Design practice rooted in Mumbai's Fort By [Studio PKA](https://mytribe.in/studiopka) · Takes projects across Mumbai, Delhi NCR & Alibag; Visit studio at Fort, Mumbai · ₹550 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Architectural & Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/studiopka/architectural-interior-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/studiopka/architectural-interior-design/gallery) The messy, honest, and creative space where our architectural ideas take shape before they ever reach a construction site. ## Photos and videos - ![A glimpse of 'The Shell' studio in Alibag, a space where we host talks and exhibitions away from the bustle of Bombay.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0077dd1f-4541-49e7-a419-13b0e483cfd9) - ![Our principal architect sharing thoughts during a presentation at the SEA (School of Environment and Architecture).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02975beb-9fa1-414b-8b03-0c0b47f4ed95) - ![A snapshot of team reviews at The Loft. A space for critiques, laughter, and growth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4147431f-af69-446f-8f2d-2b72c700a83e) - ![A quiet weekend moment at The Mango House (TMH), sitting under the mango trees.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c08cada1-90a3-4ddd-ac1a-2aebb3335f5e) - !["5 facts you don't know about us." A candid shot of Puran Kumar relaxing in The Loft, inviting our audience to get to know us better.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a841186-ee1a-44ff-897f-f909b1fd23a9) - ![The context of our studio in the art precinct of Fort, Mumbai, is a constant source of inspiration for our work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c3c209b-738b-4950-8728-87ee95a7d26a) - ![The Loft converts from a studio space to an event space when we host 'Stories @ the Loft' or KGAF events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c99b16eb-c1f7-47a7-9e83-d590e31d2f87) - ![Random moments at The Loft, capturing the play of light and shadow on our hat stand, 'Alfred'.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52e06b9e-0f29-4267-8788-fbbc5b2bdb29) - ![Midday inspiration. Sometimes it's the random pages in the architecture books scattered around our studio that spark the next big idea.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12063146-656f-4731-9db6-deaa8b9e06ee) - ![Work desk essentials at The Loft. Sketches piled high, sticky notes scattered about, our thoughts spilled across the table.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6cdedc75-5dd0-4fc6-b73d-878cac0c19c2) - [Video: A peek into our creative mess. Studio essentials include laptops, architectural books, and stacks of magazines for inspiration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/753b1610-cef9-4a7f-b96e-25853f492de0) - ![Evening glow. Golden hour flooding the studio, highlighting the material samples and quiet corners of our workspace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf6b7bd4-0643-4628-9826-ccd76cc7edf4) - ![Golden hour at The Loft, with the sun soaking the leather furniture and casting long shadows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d847e0ba-c108-41a8-9cb3-4d709dc1cc30) - [Video: "The writings on the wall." A little tradition we have at the studio, where we wipe the blackboard clean every few weeks and scribble down whatever is on our minds.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bbe0c85-8dc9-4954-97aa-ec6a651215cb) - ![Faces, expressions, moments. Team members holding up artwork, a playful moment at The Loft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a531c2b-b094-497b-b640-21c206fd2a64) - ![A candid shot of Puran Kumar adjusting a custom light fixture, a moment of focused expression at The Loft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77adc33f-858b-4aa1-b0ab-9e66b6cad71c) - ![Two of our team members at The Loft. The people are the heart of our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8dc7b055-b656-4606-b424-6de2e28ea607) - ![A portrait of Puran Kumar looking through a window frame, a playful moment captured in the studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8a3465d-139c-4bf9-9ed5-da83813ce613) - [Video: In the stillness of material, in the play of light and shadow, we find stories quietly waiting to be seen. A reflection of our studio's evolving space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c0a49021-059b-491a-96af-2ca3fb92b174) - !["They say God is in the details. We think design is, too." Puran Kumar looking out a window, a moment of quiet obsession over the details that make a project special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/442601f5-4abc-4512-a7e9-256ddd92e202) ## About Additional Work & Studio Moments Architecture for us starts here, at The Loft, where we scribble messy ideas and debate over sketches. It is not just about the final blueprints; it is about the team huddles, the afternoon coffee, and the constant dialogue with our materials that makes the work real before it hits the ground. Our studio in Fort, Mumbai, is more than a workspace. It is a living, breathing part of our design process. When we talk about context, we mean it. We sit in a century-old Victorian building, surrounded by the art precinct's history, which constantly challenges us to do better. We believe in the power of 'creative mess.' You will find stacks of books, material samples, and sticky notes everywhere. This environment allows us to experiment with light and texture. We obsess over the raw finishes like exposed brick and Kota stone, and we test how they interact with the Mumbai sun throughout the day. It is also about the team. From the junior architects to our trusted craftsmen, every voice contributes to the story. We have a hat stand named Alfred who watches over us, reminding us that good design is simply about doing your job quietly and reliably. When we take on a project, we bring this same spirit of collaboration to your site. We do not believe in sterile, detached design. We believe in being present, getting our hands dirty, and ensuring that what we install, we install honestly. Whether it is an adaptive reuse project or a new residential villa, the energy we cultivate here in The Loft is exactly what we transfer to your space. ## About Studio PKA I am Puran, and this is where we debate, sketch, and build. At Studio PKA, we do not just design structures; we nurture ideas in this studio, surrounded by the materials we love and the team that makes it all possible. 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