We designed this school in South Bangalore to be a study in form and materiality. The building's fluid geometry and curved terracotta façade create a dynamic yet harmonious presence, demonstrating how institutional architecture can be both monumental and welcoming.
At the core of the school, a circular courtyard with lush, tiered gardens serves as a biophilic sanctuary. This space embodies our commitment to creating environments that foster community and connect occupants with nature, enhancing the daily learning experience.
A detail of the façade reveals the rhythmic interplay between the warm, textured terracotta screen and the monolithic, curved structure. This juxtaposition of materials and a focus on refined detailing are central to our architectural language.
This conceptual design for an eco-conscious community in Kanakapura showcases our exploration of sustainable living. The architecture uses mud block construction and is integrated with natural water features and dense greenery, proposing a model for biophilic community design.
This render illustrates our vision for a public institutional campus, featuring a grand stepped amphitheater that encourages social interaction. The design balances the curved terracotta building with open public plazas, creating a dynamic relationship between the structure and its landscape.
We are honored to have our Principal Architect, Milana M V, receive the Young Architect of the Year Award at the 2024 Young Architects Festival. This recognition affirms our firm's dedication to pushing the boundaries of design and sustainability in Indian architecture.
This competition entry for an institutional building in Bangalore explores a more rectilinear form. The design uses a palette of red brick, exposed concrete, and black metal, with integrated terraces that serve as outdoor learning spaces, demonstrating our versatile approach to educational architecture.
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Institutional & Public Architecture in Bengaluru

Visit Studio in JP Nagar 7th Phase; Projects across Karnataka
Vivospace Architects

We design schools and public buildings with natural light, green spaces, and open layouts that help people connect and feel comfortable, using honest materials like brick and terracotta instead of just making boxy, functional structures.

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About Institutional & Public Architecture

How We See Institutional Architecture

For us, a school or public building isn’t just walls and roofs - it’s a space where people actually feel something. I care about creating buildings that connect with the folks using them, not just stuff that looks good on paper. It all comes down to how light, materials, and even small details make you feel when you’re inside.

What We Do Differently

  • I try to make every project more than just functional. My aim is to create what I call "institutional sanctuaries" - spaces that support learning, spark interaction, and blend into their surroundings.
  • Biophilic design for schools is something I believe in. You’ll see lots of green rooftops, leafy terraces, and open courtyards. Natural light and cross ventilation are a must - I hate dull, boxy rooms.
  • I’m drawn to honest materials. Terracotta and brick, sometimes with raw concrete, black metal, or big glass panels. These give warmth, and don’t feel too cold or too flashy.
  • Curves, not just straight lines. Fluid, gentle shapes help make spaces feel welcoming and less rigid.

Real Projects, Real Impact

  • Take a recent school in South Bangalore: Four storeys, terracotta brickwork, tons of glass, and outdoor terraces for learning. Not everything’s perfect - sometimes site constraints mean we have to compromise, but I always push for spaces that invite people in.
  • Central courtyards and open pathways help folks connect. It’s about building a sense of community, not just a building.

Why Trust Us

I’ve put in the work and it’s been noticed - picked up awards like the IIA Young Architect of the Year 2024, but honestly, I’m happiest when the people actually using the building tell me it just feels right.

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Vivospace Architects

Vivospace Architects

My Story

Hey, we’re Vivospace Architects - Milana here, Arvind’s my partner. We started this whole thing because, honestly, spaces should feel something, not just look fancy. Awards like iGen Top 50 under 40 and IIA Young Architect of the Year? Cool, but they just remind us why we do what we do. Dream project? A public campus that brings people together. It’s our team, clients, and collaborators who keep us chasing bold, timeless ideas. Architecture’s gotta connect, inspire, and mean something.

My Work

Architecture & Interior Design - We design luxury residences, apartments, offices, commercial spaces, schools, and hospitals.

Modern Minimalist Approach - Our style mixes modern minimalist architecture with refined material interplay and nature.

Purposeful Process - We’re all about details - light, textures, and creating the right vibe, whether it’s grand or chill.

Sustainable & Contextual - We love biophilic luxury residences and contemporary Indian interiors rooted in sustainability.

Collaboration - Best work happens with clients who value thoughtful design and want spaces that feel unique.

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