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Impactful Renovation and Adaptive Reuse Projects

byStudio SkapaTakes projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad & across KarnatakaStarts from₹2,900 per sq. ft. of Carpet AreaView full gallery

We blend the old with the new, reimagining spaces to respect their roots while fitting today's lifestyle. From city cafes to ancestral homes, here is a look at our most impactful work.

This once-bare penthouse terrace was transformed into a luxurious Spanish-inspired outdoor lounge. Featuring a glass canopy, patterned tile flooring, and comfortable all-weather seating, it is now a magical spot for hosting and relaxation, showcasing our ability to create functional and beautiful exterior living spaces.

We converted a residential property into 'Kana', a vibrant urban cafe in Bangalore. The design integrates nature with a breezy, open-air patio and a warm, cozy interior, demonstrating our skill in adaptive reuse for hospitality and community-focused commercial projects.

This video showcases the dramatic transformation of a cluttered, compartmentalized living and dining area into a bright, open-plan space. By removing walls and introducing a cohesive Japandi design language, we completely redefined the home's flow and atmosphere.

A glimpse into the VIP Guest House we renovated for the Institute of Dharmasthala. The design features a grand vaulted ceiling with wooden beams, a stately chandelier, and classic furnishings, reflecting our capacity to execute high-end, formal interiors for prestigious clients.

The facade of the Meghana Foods corporate office in Koramangala, designed to command attention. We blended modern wood-finish panels, a structural glass front, and an integrated vertical garden to create a sophisticated and nature-infused commercial exterior.

A key feature of our Japandi-inspired renovation is this custom-designed rotatable partition. Crafted from wood and rattan, these panels pivot on brass rods to offer flexible privacy between the living and dining areas, exemplifying our focus on innovative, functional design details.

In this master bedroom from our 'Earthy Chic' project, we created a calm oasis using natural textures like wood and rattan. We also reupholstered the client's classic wing chair in a vibrant fabric, demonstrating our ability to integrate and give new life to cherished personal items within a new design scheme.

Witness the complete overhaul of a 40-year-old kitchen. We demolished walls, reoriented the layout around a new island, and integrated the utility area to create a spacious, functional, and visually connected Japandi-style kitchen that is now the true heart of the home.

About Featured

We rarely start from a blank slate. Instead, we analyze the existing site, the structural bones, and the material history to see what can be kept. Whether repurposing a 40-year-old kitchen or adapting an industrial shell, we prioritize maintaining the original character while upgrading functionality, ensuring the end result feels authentic rather than newly manufactured.

Completed major renovation projects across Bengaluru. — Approved by the tribe
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Studio Skapa

Takes projects in Bengaluru, Hyderabad & across KarnatakaStarts from ₹2,900 per sq. ft. of Carpet Area

I am Charita Kishore Rupa. At Studio Skapa Architects, we believe every space holds a story that deserves to be told. We do not apply generic templates, but instead observe how a site naturally functions, carefully balancing its heritage with modern requirements.

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This transition space at the Bangalore Club captures my approach to adaptive reuse. The custom PVC wallpaper, featuring illustrations of historic Indian architecture and peacocks, creates a narrative wall that guides members through the health club while honoring the building's colonial roots.7
Modern wellness amenities, like these new steam and sauna rooms, are seamlessly integrated into the heritage setting of the Bangalore Club. The design uses warm wood paneling and clear signage to create a functional, spa-like experience that respects the original structure.
In the ladies' washroom, a feature wall of patterned blue tiles provides a vibrant contrast to the warm wood cabinetry and colonial gold stone countertops. The custom-framed mirrors with rounded corners soften the space, blending classic and contemporary design elements.
For a modern duplex residence, I drew inspiration from Regency-era elegance to create a living room that feels both grand and comfortable. A bookmatched marble feature wall, fluted wood paneling, and integrated LED lighting come together to form a space that is sophisticated and livable.

Heritage Architecture and Modern Interior Design

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Amalgrain StudioBased in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru
This is our Hoverspace project, an office extension designed to float above a 50-year-old building. This night view captures the dialogue between the new structure and the existing campus, creating a new identity for the organization while respecting its history.10
The KLE Centenary Museum at dusk, where restored heritage architecture meets new landscape interventions. The interplay of light, water, and structure creates a serene public plaza, transforming a historic site into a vibrant urban space.
This is the starting point for one of our current commissions: the restoration of a significant Art Deco building designed by Claude Batley. We approach such projects with a deep contextual study to preserve the structure's soul while adapting it for contemporary family life.
The staircase in our Boxed In House project, fabricated from teakwood recycled from the original demolished structure. This element is a centerpiece of the design, demonstrating our commitment to material sustainability and bespoke craftsmanship in residential architecture.

Featured Architecture and Heritage Restoration Projects

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ThirdspaceStudios in Pune & Belagavi; Heritage projects pan-India
For us, a home is a place for connection. This solid wood dining table, intentionally placed at the heart of a renovated house, serves as a testament to that belief. It’s a space designed not just for meals, but for conversations, laughter, and the creation of memories, surrounded by the client's personal collection of art and travel artifacts.10
We believe architecture should be in conversation with its surroundings. This concept for an artist's residence, with its simple, monolithic form and large windows, is designed to be a quiet sanctuary that embraces the natural landscape, allowing creativity to flourish in a calm, light-filled environment.
We believe in the power of detail. This bathroom, with its bold marble inlay work, shows our commitment to craftsmanship and creating moments of unexpected beauty. It’s an example of how even the most functional spaces can be transformed into art through thoughtful material selection and execution.

Featured Residential and Commercial Design Projects

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Office of Cognitive DesignTakes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Design Studio at Lavelle Road
This is the kitchen of your dreams, where high-end style meets everyday function. We designed this open-concept space with sleek, handleless cabinetry, integrated appliances, and luxurious marble flooring, all illuminated by layered cove and accent lighting to create an atmosphere of modern opulence.8
We believe a living room should be both elegant and comfortable. This design features plush, custom-upholstered sofas, a statement tiered chandelier, and a sophisticated TV unit set against a textured wall, creating a perfect setting for hosting guests or unwinding in style.
This modern contemporary bedroom from a 3BHK project in Bannerghatta showcases our skill in blending minimalism with luxury. We used a palette of soft neutrals and gold accents, complemented by grooved wall panels, high-gloss wardrobes, and warm cove lighting to create a cozy yet sophisticated space.

Featured Interior Design Projects in Bangalore

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GV DesignsTakes projects across Bengaluru; Visit Design Studio in J. P. Nagar
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Adaptive Reuse and Heritage Restoration in Bengaluru

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Soumitro GhoshBased in Koramangala; Heritage projects across India
This dusk view of the Jindal Stainless Steel Office in Gurugram captures our expertise in large-scale commercial transformations, featuring an innovative 'shimmer screen' that redefines the building's façade.8
We designed this garden lounge for The Bandra Project to seamlessly connect indoor luxury with serene outdoor living, creating a private, versatile space for residents that opens directly to a leisure pool.
This sculptural spiral staircase at The Layered Office in New Delhi is a centerpiece of the renovation, demonstrating our focus on creating elegant architectural details that enhance the user's experience of a space.
For the Rustomjee Elements banquet hall, we created a bright, expansive, and minimal yet notable design, delivering a sophisticated and functional venue for elite residential communities.

Our Featured Architectural Projects

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ABMProjects across Mumbai, Delhi NCR & Bengaluru; Office in Prabhadevi, Mumbai

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