At Jyaamiti, as artists, we find inspiration in the routine and design of our studio. It is a space that incites conversation and stimulates our creativity in various ways. The studio’s facade reflects our enthusiasm and passion, creating an inviting atmosphere. Beyond the entrance, a hidden garden awaits, adding an earthy brown contrast to the white exterior.
Project Name: Jyaamiti Architectural Studio by Jyaamiti Architectural Studio
Location: Bengaluru
Plot Area: 2400 SFT
Built-up Area: 1750 SFT
Approx Cost: 40L
Completion Year: 2022
Lead Architect/Principle Architect: Ashray Gowda
Photographer: Shamanth Patil
As we step inside, the core of our workspace reveals itself-a courtyard seamlessly integrated with the surrounding work areas. Instead of the conventional, enclosed office structure, we opted for openness and transparency to mirror our collaborative nature. Discussions flow freely, spilling into the greenery of the courtyard, where we design, contemplate, and engage in lighthearted conversations that echo off the floor-to-ceiling windows.
When we need a break, we can simply glance outside and immerse ourselves in the comforting shades of the lush greens that envelop the studio. These vibrant greens change with the seasons, resembling a story unfolding-bringing the vividness of summer, the colors of spring, the transformations of autumn, and occasional pockets of rain. Like our ideas, these spaces remain dynamic, reflecting the ever-changing seasons of creativity.
Every aspect of our work happens within these volumes, from intimate discussions to client meetings. The courtyard within is a prized feature, where we gather for social events, parties, and tea breaks, seamlessly blending work and leisure. To guide our movements and emphasize direction, red handrails accompany the light stone slab staircase that leads us to the mezzanine above. The upper floor evolves alongside our principles, combining utility and aesthetics in a carefully curated palette. In this space, silence is despised, and music constantly fills the air, reflecting our diverse tastes. Natural light floods the area through well-placed fenestrations, creating frames that connect us with the stories of the surrounding streets.
The choice of colors throughout the studio represents a canvas, where each individual’s unique personality contributes to the overall hues. Predominantly white, grey, and brown dominate the space, providing a backdrop for personal trinkets, colorful books, and vibrant plants that infuse a touch of home into our workspace. As time goes on, the walls become witnesses to our conversations, learning our secrets. Transparency is integral to the way we communicate, discuss, and even digress. The studio has become an instrument, fostering a wonderful symbiotic relationship between us and the space itself. We have no doubt that we need the studio as much as it needs us, an essential source of inspiration and creative energy that continues to drive our artistic endeavors.
