House of Katha’s latest project, Sukoon, balances contemporary restraint with Chettinad-inspired details in this Bengaluru residence.

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House of Katha’s latest project, Sukoon, balances contemporary restraint with Chettinad-inspired details in this Bengaluru residence.
De.Solve Studio crafts a family home in Kollam, where arched forms, sloping roofs, and a courtyard-led plan draw from both colonial and traditional Kerala influences.
Volume and Space Genesis Studio design a residence in Raigarh for a multigenerational family, where expansive volumes, Vastu-led planning, and a restrained material palette come together to balance scale with simplicity.
Ikigai Studio shapes a home in Pune where neutral tones set the foundation, allowing moments of colour, texture, and form to define a space that feels both composed and full of character.
This home in Coimbatore by Bhutha Earthen Architecture Studio reinterprets traditional construction techniques through a contemporary lens, creating a space that supports a natural way of living while celebrating material honesty and a sense of rootedness.
Studio Nilasha crafts a striking monochrome residence in Hyderabad, where shades of black, grey, and white shape the identity of a villa designed for a client who envisioned a minimal, dark, and distinctly masculine home.
Studio SP_ACE designs a warm and layered apartment in Bengaluru, where earthy tones, curated artworks, cherished heirlooms, and thoughtful spatial interventions create a home that reflects the clients’ travels, memories, and love for calm living.
Kaviar:Collaborative shapes Kori Cafe in Mumbai as a compact yet expressive neighbourhood hangout, where visual openness, checkerboard flooring, and the recurring use of green (from facade to foliage), expand the perception of space.
Figure Ground Inc designs a tranquil holiday home in Jaipur where arches, soft light, and a restrained material palette create a setting for slower, more connected family living.