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Kanasu: Luxury Nature-Inspired Architecture in Bengaluru

byTechno ArchitectureProjects across Karnataka; Visit Architecture Studio in BasavanagudiStarts from₹220 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-up AreaView full gallery

Kanasu is more than a 13,500 sq.ft. residence. It is an urban sanctuary where light, shadow, and nature converge. This is our vision of architecture: raw, honest, and deeply rooted in the soil of namma Bengaluru.

The double-height dining area in Kanasu, where natural light floods the space, highlighting the open-plan layout and connection to the upper floors.

A view from the dining area towards the living room, showcasing the seamless flow between spaces, defined by subtle changes in level and material.

The open layout of Kanasu connects the dining, living, and mezzanine levels, creating a cohesive and social environment for the family.

A bedroom in Kanasu designed as a tranquil retreat, with large windows framing the lush greenery outside and warm wood tones creating a cozy atmosphere.

A corridor in Kanasu where raw concrete pillars and teak wood paneling meet, with sunlight filtering in to create a serene passage that feels connected to the garden.

The front facade of Kanasu, recognized by Volume Zero's Hot 100, shows how the structure is nestled amongst trees, with cantilevered balconies and green spaces.

A detail of a cantilevered balcony at Kanasu, where a glass railing provides an unobstructed view of the trees, making the greenery an integral part of the home's facade.

The vertical connection in Kanasu is key. This view shows how the dining area is overlooked by the upper floor, enhancing the sense of volume and family connection.

Another perspective of the double-height volume in Kanasu, emphasizing the scale and the way light and space are used to create a dramatic yet welcoming interior.

The transition from the interior living space to the outdoor deck in Kanasu, designed with large sliding doors that blur the line between inside and out.

About Project Showcase: Kanasu

We did not just build this 13,500 sq.ft. residence. We carefully planned every cantilever and corner around the site's existing trees to ensure the house breathes with the city. The double-height dining area is not just for show, but a light-trap designed to shift the mood of the entire house as the sun moves across the Bengaluru sky. If you want a home that feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being placed on it, this is the approach we take.

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Techno Architecture

Projects across Karnataka; Visit Architecture Studio in BasavanagudiStarts from ₹220 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-up Area

I am Rajesh Shivaram, the principal architect at Techno Architecture. Since 2003, I have been obsessing over how light, shadow, and local trees can turn a concrete structure into a living, breathing sanctuary. We do not just build houses. We build your Kanasu, or dream, into something you can actually live in.

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