PROJECT: Residence for V Das
LOCATION: Odisha
YEAR: 2016 -2019
BUILT UP AREA: 128 m²
PROJECT TYPE: Residential
Nestled in a village in Orissa, this petite two-story, 4-bedroom home unfolds on a plot that is elongated and deep, featuring a small frontage of 3 meters. The unique layout necessitated arranging living spaces in a linear fashion, resulting in a slender home. With limited space for common areas, a terrace was introduced to provide much-needed respite from the smaller interiors.
PROJECT: Ghanashyam Samant
LOCATION: Dona Paula – Goa
YEAR: 1998 – 1999
BUILT-UP AREA : 118 m²
TYPE: Residential
Situated in a residential neighbourhood surrounded by houses, this modest 2-story, 3-bedroom home stands on a small plot, tailored for a retired couple seeking simplicity. A welcoming sit-out near the entrance invites moments of relaxation and friendly conversations with neighbours. The living room, thoughtfully designed, features a cozy window seat—an ideal nook for unwinding with a good book. The first floor unfolds with additional spaces, including a family room and a small terrace, providing a perfect setting for evening gatherings.
PROJECT: Kanaka
LOCATION: Duler-Goa
YEAR: 2018 (Unbuilt)
BUILT-UP AREA: 777 m²
PROJECT TYPE: Multi-residential
Within this commercial-residential block are four generously proportioned apartments. The stilt floor serves dual purposes, offering parking convenience and a commercial space. Each apartment is bathed in natural light and ventilation through expansive windows. Residents can unwind and socialize on the terrace floor, where a communal pool invites relaxation amidst the urban landscape.
PROJECT: Sanskruti
LOCATION: Bainguinim, Old-Goa
YEAR: 2021 (Ongoing)
BUILT-UP AREA: 392 m²
STRUCTURAL CONSULTANT: Shekhar Panandikar & Associates
PROJECT TYPE: Commercial Multi-Residential
A versatile home-workspace sanctuary for an extended family on a plotted development. The workspace and home are vertically separated, sharing a single expansive roof with a dormer window that brings ample natural light into the loft space at the topmost level. Every level features ledges with abundant greenery, and prudently placed large windows enhance both the aesthetic appeal and adaptability to the evolving development in the surrounding area, ensuring optimal light and ventilation. The project envisions vertical vegetable gardens all around the workspace area.
PROJECT: KUMI
LOCATION: Ribandar-Goa
YEAR: 2019-2021
BUILT-UP AREA: 428 m²
PROJECT TYPE: Residential
On a compact corner plot, surrounded by roads on two sides, our cost-effective home and studio embrace a varied mix of materials such as bamboo slats, matting, steel, and wood—creating simple trellises and textured soffits. Prioritising functionality, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance, the design incorporates technology where required, for secure locking systems, solar energy, automated watering, and lighting. Rough sponge finish sand-faced plaster, both inside and out, contributes to its unique appeal. Overlooking a lush green space, habitable areas enjoy tranquil views. The living room, though modest, exudes volume through double height and expansive glazing. An extended ribbon window along the roof ridge enhances natural light. Strategically placed potted plants blend interior and exterior boundaries. On the third level, an open-plan loft offers captivating views of treetops, the neighborhood, and the river, enhancing the dwelling’s connection with its environment.
Being within the municipal limits and yet surrounded by nature, we were blessed to have found a plot that has an acre of open forest area as part of the colony’s common land. The site overlooks the conservation zone of Ribandar village, ensuring unobstructed views of the Mandovi river and the Salim Ali Bird sanctuary beyond.
STRUCTURAL CONSULTANT: Paresh Gaitonde & Associates
PROJECT: Jiv Kamal
LOCATION: Penha-De-Franca, Bardez-Goa
YEAR: 2012-2015
BUILT-UP AREA: 979 m²
STRUCTURAL CONSULTANT: Paresh Gaitonde & Associates
PROJECT TYPE: Commercial Multi-residential
Located in the heart of a residential area, this structure serves dual purposes as commercial and residential space. Positioned on different levels, each function has distinct entrances to safeguard the privacy of its occupants. Unfazed by the lack of captivating surroundings, the structure becomes self-reliant, relying on its thoughtfully designed openings, semi-covered decks, and a deliberate effort to integrate the outdoors within, thereby elevating both functionality and aesthetics.
PROJECT: Tropical Shades
LOCATION: Dona Paula-Goa
BUILT UP AREA: 307 m²
YEAR: 2013-14
PROJECT TYPE: Residential
Three modest existing row houses were revamped into two generously proportioned 4-bedroom residence.While the existing property’s configuration dictated the placement; the redesign strategically harnessed light and ventilation on two sides, enhancing the perceived spaciousness. Internal green spaces and double-height living rooms contribute to the expansive ambiance. Well-positioned balconies and ample glazed areas guarantee abundant light and ventilation. The inclusion of trellises serves both functional and aesthetic purposes, mitigating the sun’s glare while adding a touch of design finesse.
PROJECT: P- VILLA
LOCATION: Miramar-Goa
YEAR: 2020 (Ongoing)
BUILT-UP AREA: 987 m²
STRUCTURAL CONSULTANT: Rajesh Mhambre
RCC CONTRACTING FIRM: Rajesh Constructions Engineers and Contractors
PROJECT TYPE: Residential
Situated in an ever-changing urban residential area, this expansive residence graces a corner plot, bordered by roads on two sides. Designed to accommodate a family of five, with ample living space for frequent visits from extended family, the architecture boasts voluminous spaces and bold, clear lines. Expansive glazed areas usher in an abundance of natural light and ventilation. The thoughtfully crafted terraces, featuring lush foliage at multiple levels, offer unique outdoor spaces with abundant greenery. The terraces provide captivating views of treetops and the surrounding neighbourhood, weaving a narrative of urban tranquillity.
The structure is designed and built to accommodate more far for future expansion.
PROJECT: Rainbow Residences
LOCATION: Cuchelim -GOA
YEAR: 2018 (Unbuilt)
BUILT-UP AREA: 2144 m²
PROJECT TYPE: Multi-residential
A duplex residential project featuring seven duplex apartments, with five identical units arranged in a linear fashion. Each unit enjoys a small front yard, creating a tiny private oasis to enrich the spatial ambiance. Abundant balconies grace the facade, offering luxurious outdoor spaces. The meticulously framed balconies, windows and stairwells add character to the overall structure, while strategically placed skylight shafts infuse the apartments with required additional natural light.
LOCATION: GOA
YEAR: 2008-09
BUILT-UP AREA: 340 m²
PROJECT TYPE: Residential
This beachfront retreat embraces a straightforward rectangular design crowned by a single expansive roof with a generous overhang and a large deck to soak in the 180-degree sea view. All spaces, excluding the bedroom, blend into one expansive area, providing uninterrupted views of the sea. A simple minimalist beach house that invites occupants to bask in the serenity of coastal living.
