In all our years of practice, one principle has remained constant: great architecture cannot be separated from the quality of light within it. Light is not decoration — it is the primary material.
Orientation as a Design Tool
Every project begins with a careful sun study. We model the building's position on its site through every hour of every season. In Delhi, this means protecting east-facing glazing from harsh morning summer sun while embracing winter sunshine that sits lower in the sky.
Aperture and Scale
The size and proportion of an opening determines not just how much light enters a space, but its character. A high, narrow clerestory creates a shaft of directional light that can animate a wall throughout the day.
Material as Light Modifier
Rough plaster scatters light, creating softness and depth. Polished stone reflects it, creating energy and brightness. Timber absorbs it, creating warmth. The material palette of a building is inseparable from its lighting strategy.