--- title: "Architectural Design Features & Project Insights | Studio Skapa" description: "Explore our architectural design features, from office interiors to Japandi residential transformations. See our process and press recognition in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/studioskapa.architects/interior-design/behind-the-scenes-in-the-press last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Behind the Scenes & Design Features Tribe Verified · Featured in Architect and Interiors India By [Studio Skapa](https://mytribe.in/studioskapa.architects) · Takes projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad & across Karnataka · ₹2,200 per sq ft (estimate) Part of [Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/studioskapa.architects/interior-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/studioskapa.architects/interior-design/gallery) A glimpse into our design process, site visits, and the publications that have recognized our work. ## Photos and videos - ![A photo from the final wrap-up of the 'Spanish Country Home' project. I shot this in my first month of pregnancy and can't believe I'm in my last month now. So many more exciting projects to share soon!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a5044d4-748b-44bc-8c4c-c19f12dab979) - ![A productive Saturday shopping for gorgeous marbles and granites for a four-floor project. Selecting the right natural stones is a crucial part of my design process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db498f29-4865-41a0-bad4-0ce83d3f2384) - [Video: Starting the week on a high! I was so delighted to be a part of the cover story for Building Material Reporter's "40 Inspiring Architects & Designers."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33984fd6-759e-41ff-8e3e-24ce635a0c8a) - ![Absolutely thrilled and grateful to be featured in Building Material Reporter's list of India's 40 inspiring architects and designers. Thank you for this wonderful feature!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8a9cba4a-c4f4-4e96-a627-a6ae6353976c) - ![The cover of the Building Material Reporter issue featuring "40 Inspiring Architects & Designers." It's an honor to be included among such talented peers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f218db3-b14d-45a2-8301-687ebbd44362) - ![Our swanky designs for the Meghana Foods corporate office were featured in Architect and Interiors India! This is a look at one of the meeting rooms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d92277d4-fca8-40e8-9e3c-4c00f6756904) - ![More shots from our feature in Architect and Interiors India for the Meghana Foods office, showcasing the director's cabin and a lounge area.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dbd3e4db-a874-4383-b96c-cf48bfe28bc4) - ![A feature from The Architect's Diary on the luxurious design of the Meghana Foods Corporate Office, a fine collaboration with Atelier 108.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7aa863ff-0388-47e1-b030-d056918ddd9c) - ![Another image from The Architect's Diary feature, highlighting the elegant and opulent feel of the executive cabins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/803573c2-c906-4312-b804-b61dd06a8525) - ![A featured shot of a lounge area in the Meghana Foods office, where we used curved sofas and a mix of white and wood paneling to create a sophisticated yet comfortable space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9dfca604-82ee-4e38-a45a-799941d8032a) - ![A cozy meeting nook from the Meghana Foods project, as seen in The Architect's Diary. The design focuses on warmth, comfort, and a touch of opulence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab9b0ddd-d19b-4a20-b75b-ea61a1cac035) - ![The reception desk from the Meghana Foods office feature, showcasing the blend of concrete-finish surfaces, wood paneling, and a dramatic light fixture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6857a3d-f5be-44df-bb20-b1923bb9c28d) - ![An executive desk setup from the Meghana Foods project, highlighting the use of rich materials and natural light to create a powerful and pleasant workspace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1947a1d-5022-447a-a254-d3d5f557f920) - ![Duplicate of image 76, showing the executive cabin.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f276ce32-76cc-4cbc-bc46-22840053c81a) - ![A collection of images from The Architect's Diary feature on my "Rooted Japandi Home" project, celebrating its simple, elegant, and soulful transformation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ed01126-f6b9-45a0-8b78-8983add8009e) - ![A collection of images from the Architectural Digest feature on the "Rooted Japandi Home," which received a full spread detailing its 40-year-old makeover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a48cc78e-8e53-45ac-8e1e-951b1274b472) - ![A collection of images from the Architectural Digest feature on the "Rooted Japandi Home," which received a full spread detailing its 40-year-old makeover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5ddb193-a415-404d-a26b-ee42bc9a9aa9) - ![A collection of images from the Architectural Digest feature on the "Rooted Japandi Home," which received a full spread detailing its 40-year-old makeover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d22d0ff-a1e0-4d9b-b710-7e83011a28f1) - ![A collection of images from the Architectural Digest feature on the "Rooted Japandi Home," which received a full spread detailing its 40-year-old makeover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72da3eea-8b25-49fe-b3aa-c1e5ca1fb1fc) - ![A collection of images from the Architectural Digest feature on the "Rooted Japandi Home," which received a full spread detailing its 40-year-old makeover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb711eb0-0914-4a07-98b8-52216a999d8d) ## About Behind the Scenes & In the Press Design is rarely just about the final photograph. It is a process of frequent site visits, from scouting the right natural stone for a multi-floor residence to coordinating with craftspeople on bespoke furniture. We share these moments to provide transparency into how we balance structural integrity with aesthetic intent, ensuring every project, whether a corporate office or a family home, is crafted with precision. Our work often bridges the gap between raw industrial aesthetics and warm, personalized interiors. This requires a rigorous commitment to material integrity and contextual design. When you see our work featured in publications like Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, or The Architect's Diary, it is a testament to the collaborative effort involved in every square foot. ### Our Design Methodology For projects like the Meghana Foods corporate office, our focus was on merging sophisticated executive zones with an open, welcoming atmosphere. By utilizing concrete-finish surfaces, bespoke wood paneling, and strategic lighting, we created a space that balances opulence with professional functionality. This project, completed in collaboration with Atelier 108, showcases how we approach commercial interiors to enhance productivity while maintaining a distinct visual identity. ### From Site to Space Beyond the final reveal, the reality of our practice involves: * **Material Curation:** Regularly visiting quarries to personally select marbles and granites that match the specific color palette of a project. * **Collaborative Design:** Partnering with other architects and consultants to ensure MEP, HVAC, and data networking are integrated seamlessly into the aesthetic layout. * **Adaptive Reuse:** Renovating older properties, such as our 'Rooted Japandi Home' project, where we blend traditional elements with modern structural changes to improve light and air circulation. Whether we are designing a boutique cafe or an ancestral home, our goal remains the same: to create spaces that are enduring, functional, and deeply personal. We invite you to explore these features to better understand the rigor and care we bring to every design challenge. ## About Studio Skapa We are Studio Skapa Architects, a design practice led by Charita Kishore Rupa. We believe architecture is about more than just walls and roofs, focusing on creating spaces that foster well-being through thoughtful, context-driven design. 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