--- title: "Architectural Process & Materiality | The Purple Ink Studio" description: "Explore our architectural process at The Purple Ink Studio. We specialize in materiality, reviving traditional Indian crafts, and site-specific design." canonical: https://mytribe.in/the_purple_ink_studio/architectural-design/the-art-of-making-process-materiality last_updated: 2025-09-04 --- # Our Architectural Process and Materiality Tribe Verified · Reviving ancestral Indian crafts in modern spaces. By [The Purple Ink Studio](https://mytribe.in/the_purple_ink_studio) · Studio in Vasanth Nagar; Architecture projects across Bengaluru, Goa & Coastal Karnataka · ₹250 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/the_purple_ink_studio/architectural-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/the_purple_ink_studio/architectural-design/gallery) Architecture for us is a conversation with materials and the people who shape them. Here is a glimpse into the raw, hands-on construction journey behind our projects, where we blend traditional techniques like red oxide and brick weaving with modern structural needs. ## Photos and videos - ![The bamboo parasols at the TAPMI Centre are a testament to our collaborative process. This image shows the intricate steel framework being clad with individual bamboo pieces, a process that combines modern engineering with traditional craftsmanship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22540228-32bd-4563-bbff-5bf6383d1736) - ![We worked with local artisans to revive the craft of red oxide flooring at the TAPMI Centre. This image captures the meticulous, hands-on process of applying the red oxide, creating a vibrant, seamless surface for the community amphitheater.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/285873a2-d753-498f-95c3-70724c642f84) - ![The intricate brick facade of the Brick House required immense skill and patience. This site photo shows our team of artisans carefully placing each brick to create the complex, woven pattern that defines the building's character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/890ec713-1e7c-4494-978d-845f64fe2f0a) - ![This detail shot shows the weathering process of a Corten steel gate we designed in Raipur. We choose materials that evolve over time, developing a natural patina that grounds the structure in its environment and tells a story of its own.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d865525-6b4b-4145-aed9-e320d66e2b7e) ## About The Art of Making: Process & Materiality When you choose to build with us, you are opting for a process that values the artisan as much as the architect. We move beyond standard construction by testing physical models at our Bengaluru studio and collaborating directly with craftsmen on-site to refine every detail, whether it is a bamboo parasol structure or a complex brick-bond facade. ### Materiality as Language We believe in the inherent integrity of raw brick, concrete, bamboo, and black stone. These materials do not hide; they weather, age, and develop a patina that roots the building in its landscape. We select them not for their ease of use, but for the story they help tell about the place and the climate. ### The Artisan Partnership Architecture is a cultural force, not a product. At the TAPMI Centre, our work with bamboo parasols was not just an engineering feat but a revival of traditional skills adapted for a modern educational campus. We work hand-in-hand with local artisans to execute red oxide flooring and lime plaster finishes, ensuring that these ancestral techniques serve contemporary functions. This hands-on collaboration is how we ensure every finish feels intentional and authentic. ### From Model to Structure Our design process begins long before a ground-breaking. We build detailed scale models to test volumes, light, and shadow. This non-linear approach ensures that when we arrive at the site, the team understands the intent. Whether it is the corten steel gates in Raipur or the woven brick facades at our brick house projects, our focus remains on creating spaces that breathe and reflect the specific context of their location. ## About The Purple Ink Studio We are a group of architects in Bengaluru who see buildings as stories waiting to be told. We prefer getting our hands dirty on site with local craftsmen over sitting in boardrooms, because that is where the real work happens. If you are looking for a project that challenges the conventional and celebrates local craft, we are the right tribe for you. 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