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A Heavenly Ayurveda Clinic Designed for Well-being

An Ayurveda clinic designed to enhance the client’s physical and mental well-being, Uvas Ayurveda designed by the Design Thoughts Architects certainly provides a holistic experience for anyone who enters this holy place. “Ayurveda is a science of life- Ayushveda. I need my setup which is designed by a heart as we heal physically, mentally, and emotionally with a holistic and spiritual approach”. These were Dr. Priya’s words when our team met her for the first time, that’s when we started designing her thoughts. This Ayurveda clinic design is made in the entire 4000 square feet.  The Uvas Ayurveda aspires to promote health and well-being. Design Thoughts Architects has designed with the idea of preserving and adapting Indian interiors to help elevate the way of living. We believe in giving the best experience to our clients and catering to their needs with precision. Uvas Ayurveda has been a passion project which we enjoy immensely. Karma Room: Karma, the therapy room as the name means is a simple yet well-equipped space that is used for Ayurveda treatments. The simple flooring with minimal wall paintings helps to keep the focus only on the clients and the treatments. The use of cool tones on

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5 Simple Steps for Better Living at Home

Healthy living leads to a healthy mind. As we all face the raw challenges posed by the pandemic, we are bound to feel overwhelming emotions such as anxiety, fear, worry, and anger. However, during these distressing times, it’s more crucial to maintain a calm and composed mindset to efficiently get through the day positively. To aid you all lead a better and more fulfilling life, we give you 5 secrets that will help you discover a happy life! Here are 5 simple steps for better living at Home:

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Relevance of Courtyard in Modern Architecture

Courtyards have been the primary focus points of homes since ancient times to provide optimal Light and Ventilation. Modern architecture has enhanced the concept of courtyards to optimize space and add an aesthetic touch to space. The courtyard not only caters to its conventional function of ventilation and light. But can be a space to relax, regroup and enjoy quality time with family and friends. It also provides the much needed connectivity of the exteriors with the interiors balancing a space. It provides a multi-functional extension to a home.

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Importance of Bricks in Residential Structure

Do you know how brick can be used as a core element in modern residential homes ? Bricks are one of the oldest building materials that humans got adapted into for both Residential homes & Commercial structures. India goes back as early as 3000 BC in Early Indus Valley Cities such as Mohenjo-Daro, Harappa and Mehrgarh. Production of bricks increased massively after an independent style of brick architecture, known as brick Gothic flourished into places where there was no supply of stone. The components of a brick have varied over the period of time, taking into consideration the climatic conditions, availability of materials and etc.

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Use of Metal in Residential Building

How to use Metal as an Aesthetic Material in Residential Building Metals are used for architectural purposes such as roofing, windows, and decoration which have structural and other uses. The most commonly used metals are lead, tin, zinc, copper, aluminum, nickel, and alloys!  Here are structural applications where metals are used as aesthetic materials: Window grill: Metal window grills are part of a tradition and integrate security features with attractive designs. They have become more popular over the years. They are available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and degrees of ornateness. detailed metal window grills do have many advantages. The most common material used to make window grills is steel, aluminum, and iron. But, today window grills are generally made of steel that is bright steel or mild steel because of their durability, and sturdiness, and also because they can be customized to various shapes and sizes.   Canopy:      Canopies have been adding shelter for many years. Nowadays canopy comes in various shapes, and sizes. And is made up of various materials. For typical projects such as a metal canopy, aluminum is the metal of choice. It survives well in the outdoors and is much more affordable and

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Versatility of Glass in Residential Buildings

Glass is the most versatile and oldest material in the building industry. From window panels to structure materials, glasses have evolved tremendously in the last few decades. Here is some versatile Glass in Residential building designs ideology about glass and how it can be utilized uniquely in residential buildings. Glass is one of the most favored architectural elements that can be molded to suit its functionality and also it serves as a decorative piece of art. Glass in Residential buildings is a fascinating material and is usually available in most places in both, conventional and contemporary architecture. Its function in the construction industry has proved it to be the best. The sleek and transparent nature of the material gels well with cement, mud, or metal. Glass has gained popularity in architecture because of its vivid properties, especially in residences. Here are some ways it is used in the structures : As a Window Panel: Extra Clean Glass: Lightweight Structural Wall (External Surface): Roofing Material: Railings: Toughened Glass: The skylight above the Living, Dining, and Entrance Lobby: Partition, within the Interiors of a Building: Tinted Glass: Shatterproof Glass: Laminated Glass: Float Glass: Chromatic Glass: It is used in conference halls, assembly

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Ventilation design

Successful Design Strategies for Hot and Dry Climate

  Climate has always been a pivotal factor in Architectural design. Thermal comfort, energy-saving schemes, and Eco-friendly principles are required to be kept in mind while building homes to make them most comfortable for the families that reside in them. Variations in weather conditions are beyond our control, thus preparing for changes is mandatory for architects to implement while designing a space. Here are a few successful strategies that can be used during hot and dry climates: Building Design Strategies: Detailing building fenestration design and construction details to promote shading, heat loss, and insulation. Larger building dimensions should face north & south. Double walls with insulation in between are a suitable solution The size of the windows on the east and west sides should be minimized in order to reduce heat gain The flat roof is a good reflector and re-radiates heat efficiently, especially if it consists of a solid, white-painted material. The courtyard is provided with water and plants, it acts as a cooling source. Internal courtyards provide cross ventilation and natural cooling. Inlets are to be provided at lower levels and outlets at a higher level as they serve to vent the hot air. Suitable radiation barriers in

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Athangudi special tile

Tracing the Legacy of Athangudi Tiles

Are you searching for a good quality tile? Haven’t you got any of them despite multiple searches? Haven’t any building materials firm offered you the best one till now? Don’t worry, Athangudi tiles are your answer. Purpose of the Tiles : The architects always choose these tiles for residential and commercial projects. As Athangudi tiles are essentially made from cement, what sets them apart is that they are pressed and molded by hand on glass surfaces. Athangudi falls in the Chettinad region, where the palatial mansions of the Chettiars are filled with these specialized tiles.   The affluent Chettiars had their mansions kitted out with products from all over the world. Tiles from Spain, teak from Burma, enamel from Czechoslovakia, marble from Italy, and ceramic tiles from Minton. While traditional South Indian homes had floors made of clay or stone, the homes of the Chettiars were a veritable melange of cultures and products from all over the world that included floors sporting tiles that were easy to manage and came with a glazed, fine finish. Walk into Athangudi, and you will enter the world of color. Small and big homes contain with famous intricately patterned and gloriously hued tiles.  

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Balcony

Balcony Design in Residential Buildings

A cool breeze on a rainy day, an array of potted plants arranged or a hammock to relax in are some of the little pleasures in life one can experience in a balcony, a space private only for oneself. Balcony designs are made to resemble the front facade. As an additional space, they are often utilized for storage, relaxing or entertaining guests where one can enjoy the pleasures of outside while still being at home. Often treated as another small room, the trend to decorate balconies with upscale and modern designs is becoming a practice in homes. We would like to express the relevance of a balcony in a home citing a few client projects we have worked on. Balcony 1 : Balcony 2 : Balcony 3 : Balcony 4 : Balcony 5 : In conclusion, We would like to encourage clients to focus on the Balcony area while building their dream homes. We assure you, you can certainly enjoy the morning sunlight by holding a cup of morning coffee, sitting on the chair and reading some book that feels like you have got a real meaning for “Good Morning” . At Night, use the space for late-night hangouts by installing an outdoor

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Kitchen cum Dining

Designing Kitchen cum Dining

Did you know that people tend to spend the maximum time in the kitchen? Whether it is to cook, to eat or to just relax, the kitchen is often called the heart of the house! Just as exercise is needed for a healthy heart, a well-defined space with appliances is needed for a kitchen. One should feel at ease and comfortable while doing the chores in the kitchen. Most often kitchens are attached to the dining area so food can be carried over easily and meals can be eaten with the family. The spacing of the two areas i.e., Kitchen cum Dining must be well planned and strategically thought of so the transition is at ease.  By knowing the different concepts of Kitchen cum Dining, will help while building your dream home. Check out these layouts where dining spaces have been successfully integrated within the kitchen areas. Role of the Kitchen cum Dining area: Kitchens play a vital role in Architecture design. Kitchens are spaces that require considerable thought when one is planning them. It is essential to spend some time working through the design as one needs a functional space that also reflects the user’s tastes. It’s the designer’s job

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Design Philosophy

This article “Design Philosophy” speaks about the various steps involved in design process. As the expertise for ‘modern simplicity’ to ‘classical minimalism’. Our core principle is to create spaces keeping all functional aspects in mind, giving full efforts to satisfy our client. Each of the projects envisions to enrich one’s experience of space, light, ventilation, context & materials through the experience of Architecture and Interior design.  Process: It Involves the following steps: Step 1 – The Thinking Process As a first step of the Design, Good Architects deal with constant interaction between the clients and space. The outcome of this interaction will eventually become the basis of our thinking process that leads towards the final concept of a livable space as per the client’s desire. Step 2 – Evolution of Concept Once the Thinking process completes, The firm ideates through the use of design tools which is one of the main principles followed.  These tools help in the research process that in turn evolves a concept. Step 3 – Building an Outcome After the Building concept completes Emotional sensibility helps seek good spatial quality, and this is best portrayed through a series of images invoking the same. 3D visualization &

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Fusion of Contemporary and Traditional Architecture

“Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.” The design of explicit time and culture is appeared to act as a perfect mirror, which will replicate a correct understanding concerning the manner within which the society has developed over the years. The house fuses ancient forms and native materials in a trendy thanks to modifying the use of the natural facet and orientation of the location. In straightforward words, it presents a transparent insight into all the most recent developments a society has witnessed with the days. If you closely investigate the design history, you will be able to simply comprehend the shift that has taken place from the normal design observation to today’s up-to-date observation. However, the class and therefore the richness that ancient design styles will bring around a building structure remains well-admired by several design enthusiasts all around the globe. People who would like to maintain a link to their past invariably value more highly to ancient design while constructing their new building structures in order that their regional heritage continues best bet is to stay alive. . Blending within the ancient design in conjunction with trendy up-to-date styles is that the best

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The Beauty of Minimalism in Architecture

What is Minimalist Architecture ? Minimalism or minimalist art can be seen as extending the abstract idea that art should have its own reality and not be an imitation of some other thing.  Minimalism is also important to visual arts and design. While it may seem like a simple principle, achieving excellence in the Minimalist style requires great skill. It asks artists, designers, and architects to break things down into their essential elements, using simple forms to produce harmonious work. Minimalism describes movements in varied kinds of art and style, particularly visual art and music, wherever the work is stripped right down to its most elementary options. As a selected movement within the arts it’s known with developments in the post–World War II Western Art, most powerfully with Yankee visual arts within the late Nineteen Sixties and early Seventies. distinguished artists related to this movement embrace Donald Judd, John McLaughlin, Agnes Martin, Dan Flavin, Robert Morris, Anne Truitt, and Frank Stella. it’s stock-still within the subtractive aspects of Modernism and is usually understood as a reaction against the art movement and a bridge to genre art practices. The terms have expanded to cover a movement in music that options repetition

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Madivala Lake

[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Headline_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Concept: The Madiwala lake, less than a stone’s throw away. And your home that leaves no stone unturned to please you the hilt. The environ- ment, clean, calm and tranquil. The green cover, ample. The locality, strategic and growing rapidly in importance. Project Type:  High Rise Apartments Location: BTM Layout, Bengaluru Plot size: 4.5 Acre Land No of Units: 180+ Units [siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Media_Gallery”][/siteorigin_widget] [siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Custom_HTML”][/siteorigin_widget]

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Associate Consultant

[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Headline_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Concept: It is ensured that every apartment’s styling is distinctively contemporary and the finishing is absolutely uncompromising. Enjoy serene breeze throughout the living space with 3 sides open apartments and many more such unique features that would make living an everlasting pleasure. Project Type: High Rise Apartments Location: Bengaluru Plot size: 30 Acre Land No of Units: 1500 Units [siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Media_Gallery”][/siteorigin_widget] [siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Custom_HTML”][/siteorigin_widget]

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Designing Children’s Rooms

Designing Children’s Rooms Kids aren’t easy to please. They’re very specific with their preferences and tend to have strong likes and dislikes. So, when designing children’s room, their tastes have to be kept in mind. After all, the tiny tots will be very vocal about their opinion, no matter how elegantly the room is designed. What to keep in Mind when Designing Kids’ Rooms ? Go bright: Children love rooms that are colourful. However, each colour can have its effects on psychology, so choose what shades to use judiciously. For example, blue is known for it’s calming effects while red is known for the opposite. Hence red works as an accent colour instead of the colour for the whole room. Keep in mind that kids grow out of some shades very quickly- such as pink. So, using wallpapers, wall decals, art, rugs and textures in the colour and keeping the walls neutral can help the room grow with the child. This can also help when accessorising as it is easier to pair neutral palettes with other colours. Alternatively, mixing multiple colours strategically can also look great. [siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] [siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Add multiple lighting to the room: Be sure to provide

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