Spacious, inviting and intimate, courtyards have an integral place in the vernacular architecture across India. Beyond their climatic purposes, courtyards assume the role of a social space, a space for contemplation, and a space where something happens.
Project name
Courtyard House
Architecture firm
23 Degrees Design Shift
Location
Mansanpally, Hyderabad, India
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Srikanth Reddy, Raghuram, Neelesh Kumar
Typology
Residential › House
Project Hira by Fulcrum Studio is more than just an architectural creation —it is a deeply personal ode to memory, legacy, and reinvention.
Architecture firm
Fulcrum Studio
Location
Bangalore, India
Photography
Naresh And Nayan, Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Husna Rahaman
Design team
Tejaswini Rajanna
Interior design
Fulcrum Studio
Structural engineer
Civitech
Environmental & MEP
Bays Consultants
Lighting
Studio Plus- Abby Lighting And Erco Lighting
Construction
Civitech & As Engineering Work
Supervision
Fulcrum Studio
Visualization
Fulcrum Studio
Tools used
Autocad, SketchUp, Enscape And Photoshop
Material
Metal, Concrete And Wood
Typology
Mixed Use › Residential and Commercial Architecture Interiors
Architecture is more than just constructing spaces; it is about shaping experiences and crafting environments that reflect individuality while addressing the nuances of daily life. For Hiren Patel Architects (HPA), this philosophy has been a guiding force since its inception in 1989.
Architecture firm
Hiren Patel Architects
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Hiren Patel
Typology
Residential › House
A spiritual journey is an inquiry into one’s own existence, or rather an inquiry into existence and non-existence and the relation between the two, culminating in the realisation of pure existence beyond inquiry.
Architecture firm
Design ni Dukaan
Location
Himatnagar, Gujrat, India
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Veeram Shah
Interior design
Veeram Shah
Structural engineer
Saunrachna Strucon Pvt. Ltd
Environmental & MEP
Anjaria associates
Construction
Vastu Engineers
Typology
Residential › House
A holiday home to a diamond merchant in Surat, this elemental yet contemporary house has been designed to embrace extended families making room for warm interactions as it seamlessly connects the indoor with the outdoor.
Project name
Retreat Home
Architecture firm
Neogenesis+Studi0261
Location
Surat, Gujarat, India
Photography
Ishita Sitwala / The Fishy Project
Principal architect
Chinmay Laiwala , Jigar Asarawala, Tarika Asarawala
Design team
Heta Patel, Prachi Jariwala, Nilufer Contractor, Dhruvi Bhatt
Collaborators
Nilufer Contractor (Text Credits). Window Vendor: Facaade- Mr. Pawan Iyenger. Furniture Agency: Carpenter Arjun Bhai. Flooring Agency: Harshad Bhai. Neocement Flooring Agency: Colortek. Stone Vendor: Platina Stone. Tiles Vendor: Stone world. Exposed Brick Agency: Mukund Bhai. Fabricator: Vasudev Engineering and Pramod Bhai. Color and Texture Agency: Vinod Yadav. Soft Furnishings: Isral Bhai. Mangalore Roof Tile Vendor: Surface Element. Landscape contractor: Tulsi garden consultant- Yogesh Avaiya
Civil engineer
Ronak Khambhadiya
Structural engineer
Jalil Sheikh
Environmental & MEP
Electrical Engineer: Jayesh Bhai Patel, Ajju Bhai & Jitu Bhai. HVAC Consultant: Cooline Agency PVT. LTD- Daikin
Landscape
Neogenesis+Studi0261
Lighting
Custom designed by Neogenesis+Studi0261
Construction
Riva Contructions & Consultancy
Typology
Residential › House
In the heart of Ahmedabad, Intrinsic Designs unveils its latest triumph: a 2500 square foot show flat in the prestigious Avant development. Led by the architects Shivraj Patel and Shruti Malani, this project exemplifies the firm's philosophy of crafting spaces that embody luxury and humane touch.
Architecture firm
Intrinsic Designs
Location
Ahmedabad, India
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Shivraj Patel, Shruti Malani
Design team
Shivraj Patel, Shruti Malani
Interior design
Intrinsic Designs
Environmental & MEP engineering
Lighting
Harshita Jhamtani, Atelier Lumys
Material
Lime stone, Lime plaster, wood, Concrete
Visualization
Sohaib Ilyas
Client
Ravi Desai Signature real estate
Typology
Residential › Apartment
The owners of this space are a family of four. The husband is a founder of a closed fund and wife a PHD scholar ably assists him in his venture. The couple has two grown up kids doing their advance studies in foreign countries.
Project name
Vaulted B/W Haus
Architecture firm
DIG Architects
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Amir Khanolkar, Advait Potnis
Design team
Fenil Gala, Esha Indulkar, Manasi Pawar
Collaborators
Laxman interiors
Environmental & MEP engineering
Material
Ceppo De Gre, granite, lime plaster, Avacado leather finish
Visualization
Mrunit Churi
Typology
Residential › Apartment
The project is also a deep dive into using and showcasing Indian art and crafts in small doses, blending their absolute beauty with a utilitarian canvas.
Architecture firm
Purple Backyard
Photography
Ishita Sitwala
Principal architect
Kumpal Vaid
Collaborators
The rocking chair, Arjunvir Gujral studio, PB home, Olie, Stem and leviosa, LZF Spain
Interior design
Purple Backyard
Environmental & MEP engineering
Material
Wood and veneer with line texture, Indian Stones and Metal accents
Tools used
AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max
Typology
Residential › Apartment
