Modern Facade Designs for Your Home
A building's exterior is its first handshake. We move past generic boxes to create landmarks that tell your story while staying true to the neighborhood.
This client wanted pure elegance, not the usual "jathre" of ideas. We designed a minimal, functional, and stylish exterior that stands out in the neighborhood while blending with the community. This modern house elevation was approved in the very first go.
This is how I imagine a classic dreamland. We translated the client's intangible dream into this intricate neoclassical facade, giving form to their vision. The arched window, detailed ironwork, and symmetrical columns create a timeless and romantic aesthetic.
How do you fit a full duplex, skylight, and balconies on a tiny 80 square foot plot? You play architectural Tetris. This project was a fun challenge in maximizing space and functionality without sacrificing design on a compact urban site.
This view highlights the minimalist structure and open spaces of the Nidhi Nilayam project. The projecting volumes and the distinctive corten steel finished box create a dynamic composition, showing how simple forms can be combined for an elegant and chic home design.
A look at a finished residential project where the design adds a sense of curiosity and life. The interplay of projecting and recessed volumes, along with clean lines and a glass balcony, gives this modern Bangalore villa its distinct character.
Here is a preview of our upcoming mixed-use building in Hennur, Bangalore. The goal is to create a landmark with an experimental facade design that brings back a sense of artistry to the city's skyline, moving away from repetitive glass and ACP cladded buildings.
For this project in Sarjapur, the design intent was to embrace natural light and the orange flowering tree right in front of the plot. The facade is framed to maximize views and create a seamless connection between the indoor living spaces and the outdoors.
About this collection
Most people think a stunning exterior means adding every trendy material they see on Pinterest. We take a different approach. We focus on how the facade interacts with the sun path, local wind direction, and the specific streetscape of your plot. It is about finding that balance where your home stands out without being loud—a clean, lasting impression rather than a chaotic one.
Beyond the Box
Many urban homes end up looking like identical glass or ACP cladded boxes. We believe your facade should have a soul. When we design an exterior, we are thinking about how the building breathes. We prioritize volume, natural light, and the way the shadows shift across the surface throughout the day.
The 'Jathre' vs. Elegance
We often encounter the 'Jathre' phenomenon—the urge to cram every design element from social media into one elevation. Our job is to help you edit. Whether it's a project like our work in Felicity, Sarjapur, where we utilized orange flowering trees and natural light, or a compact urban plot where we play 'architectural Tetris,' our goal is simplicity.
Our Approach to Elevations
- Contextual Design: We study the site before drawing a single line. Does the facade need to screen privacy? Does it need to welcome the morning breeze?
- Material Honesty: We love using wire-cut brick, textured plaster, and corten steel. These materials age gracefully, unlike plastic-heavy cladding that fades in a year.
- Technical Rigor: A beautiful facade is only as good as its construction. We provide detailed 3D renders and cross-sections so your contractor understands exactly how the skylights, overhangs, and joinery come together before construction begins.
From neoclassical homes with intricate ironwork to experimental commercial buildings in Hennur, we design to create landmarks, not just structures.
Unskrithi Design Studio
We are a team that believes architecture is more than walls and roofs. We love playing with volumes, light, and materiality to create homes that feel like a sanctuary. Whether you need a minimal, modern elevation or something neoclassical, we are here to craft that first impression for you.
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