Manuallaya Resorts
Manuallaya resort in Himachal Pradesh, captures the spirit of Manali in all its glory, embodying the history, art, culture, and vibrancy of Himachal with contemporary nuances. The resort pays tribute to local arts and crafts while bringing forth a global perspective to its composition and the experiences created within.
Aatam Hostel & House
Located in the coaching hub in Kota, Rajasthan, the design works with the regional features of rajasthan that make a ‘haveli’-like form suited to the programmatic needs of the students.
JSW Odisha, Township Project
The approach to designing the industrial township housing, often referred to as housing colonies, diverges from the typical hierarchical spatial segregation commonly associated with such developments. Instead, a conscious decision is made to build only in open pockets within a verdant site. This strategic placement of built forms, articulated along the edge of the site, facilitates the creation of a continuous green central community space. This design intervention aims to erase hierarchies of user groups and social class, fostering a sense of inclusivity and community cohesion.
UDAAN
Escalating land prices in Mumbai is forcing out the families that serve the privileged classes. The domestic help, drivers, sweepers, peons etc are the invisible cogs that daily ensure smooth running of the city. Currently they are being dis-housed from their decades old housing, since this has caught the eye of developers; and they are forced to relocate further from their primary sources of income. Currently, this segment forms 50-60 % of the urban population of Mumbai. The commute between home and work thus becomes a critical factor in site selection. If this isn’t handled adequately (eg, the commute is a 2hr+ journey each way), the new homes get rented out and the people return to squat closer to their places of work.
Mohameddi Park
In this competition, the plot under consideration, located in Karachi were separated by a thoroughfare, and the Mosques were to be the anchor points of this community development. After various iterations of grid planning, street development, row house development, etc., we settled upon a mixed cluster development plan.
Climatically, shaded pathways provided maximum benefit to the community as they went through their daily activities, to the mosque and back many times a day and thus became the cornerstone of the mixed cluster development plan. – Sameep Padora and Associates
Split House
The vacation home in Mahabaleshwar, situated on two combined plots within a gated community, presented a unique challenge due to its larger size compared to adjacent houses. To maintain visual harmony with neighboring properties and address concerns about potential simian threats, we devised an innovative design approach that reimagined the traditional courtyard organization.
SARK One
SARK ONE is conceived as a boutique gated community that redefines the traditional approach to residential design, focusing on both macro and micro-level interventions to create a unique living experience. At a macro level, the community is structured around a kilometer-long landscape strip that serves as a green buffer, providing relief from the harsh summer sun and enhancing the overall environmental quality of the development.
Quarry House
The Quarry House offers acaptivating spatial experience that unfolds in two distinct layers, each showcasing the inherent beauty and characteristics of the site in its own way. From the moment visitors arrive, they are greeted with a dramatic contrast that sets the tone for the entire journey.
Manas Tower
The 40-storey tower for Manas Shelters in Tardeo, Mumbai, represents a bold exploration of juxtaposed structural systems aimed at achieving both functional efficiency and architectural innovation. The design is characterized by a two-tiered structural approach, comprising a primary and secondary system, each serving distinct yet complementary purposes.
Choksi House
Nestled atop a serene hill enveloped by the tranquility of nature, the architectural vision behind this abode was meticulously crafted to harmonize with its surroundings while offering fulfilling vistas of the nearby lake. The primary focus was to seamlessly integrate the building into the landscape, ensuring minimal disruption to the existing state of natural equilibrium.