--- title: "Innovative Commercial Building Architects in Gurugram | VMA Designs" description: "Looking for innovative commercial building architects? VMA designs high-yield, mixed-use commercial spaces in Gurugram and beyond with a focus on sustainable layouts." canonical: https://mytribe.in/vma_architects/commercial-architecture-urban-planning/innovative-commercial-buildings last_updated: 2025-09-16 --- # Innovative Commercial Building Design Tribe Verified · 300+ successful projects across India. By [VMA Architects](https://mytribe.in/vma_architects) · Takes projects across India; Offices in Gurugram and Mumbai · ₹35 ₹ per sq. ft. of Landscape Area (estimate) Part of [Commercial Architecture & Urban Planning](https://mytribe.in/vma_architects/commercial-architecture-urban-planning). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/vma_architects/commercial-architecture-urban-planning/gallery) We rethink commercial architecture to improve financial viability, integrating mixed-use strategies and lifestyle amenities that bring buildings to life. ## Photos and videos - ![The Global City Centre 2 in Gurgaon is a prime example of rethinking commercial space. The facade is designed for high visibility, with large glass storefronts on the ground floor and open terraces for the upper-level amenities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef8a49a0-7d5e-492e-b118-05d77ade7bd7) - ![An evening view of the commercial project in Sohna, showcasing the interplay of architectural lighting and landscape design. The illuminated facade and decorative elements create an inviting and upscale atmosphere after dark.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f81f9458-284a-4b6e-a732-1973e9b1e273) - ![This closer view highlights the ground-floor retail experience. The design ensures easy access and visibility for storefronts, complemented by manicured landscaping and ample parking to create a pleasant shopping environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af2b9e82-7dc6-49a2-b818-90a7de126482) - ![A detail shot focusing on the integration of greenery and lighting at the building's edge. Uplighting on the trees and soft light from the storefronts contribute to a warm and welcoming street-level presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d7061eb6-d7fc-422c-a66e-1d708004e074) ## About Innovative Commercial Buildings Many commercial buildings struggle with low occupancy on upper floors, which directly hurts the property's financial viability. In our Sohna project, we solved this by moving the housing complex's clubhouse, swimming pool, and sun deck to the rooftop. This design choice transforms an otherwise neglected top level into a high-traffic destination, which naturally drives footfall and increases the value of the retail spaces below. Commercial architecture is often treated as a game of FSI (Floor Space Index) maximization, but we believe that approach is short-sighted. Our methodology for innovative commercial buildings focuses on the synergy between different users: retail customers, office workers, and residents. ### The Mixed-Use Strategy When we plan a commercial hub, we don't look at it as a stack of floors. We look at it as an ecosystem. By integrating lifestyle amenities—like rooftop sun decks, star-gazing terraces, or flexible community plazas—into commercial blocks, we create 'sticky' spaces where people stay longer and return more often. This is particularly effective in rapid-growth areas like Gurugram, where the demand for quality public space often exceeds the supply. ### Technical Execution Our shell and core services go beyond the basic structure. We focus on: * **Facade & Heat Reduction:** Using glazing, louvers, and specific glass types to lower HVAC costs without sacrificing aesthetics. * **Vertical Connectivity:** Designing atriums and circulation cores that guide the user flow through retail zones effortlessly. * **Basement Activation:** Through strategic skylights and cut-outs, we ensure the lowest levels are not just parking lots but functional, lit spaces. ### Why Context Matters Every building needs to contribute to the city fabric. Whether it is a luxury micro-housing retail hub or a corporate office park, our focus remains on creating spaces that are environmentally and economically sustainable. We work closely with statutory requirements to handle fire safety and municipal approvals, allowing developers to focus on the business model while we manage the building's physical performance. ## About VMA Architects We are VMA, an architectural firm based between Gurugram and Mumbai. We look at a commercial site and see more than just concrete; we see an opportunity to build community and improve local business performance through thoughtful design. 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