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WHAT WE DO02 AIR is an architectural practice built on three principles: Architecture, Intelligence and Research. Each project begins with understanding — how people live, move and experience space. Our approach often draws inspiration from traditional/ classical design principles, which makes it authentic, meaningful, and relevant across generations. WHO WE ARE01 AIR is an architectural practice built on three principles: Architecture, Intelligence and Research. Each project begins with understanding — how people live, move and experience space. Our approach often draws inspiration from traditional/ classical design principles, which makes it authentic, meaningful, and relevant across generations. WHAT WE BELIEVE03 We are living in a man fashioned world (buildings , clothing etc etc) and we should very much have god fashioned world (trees,animals,water basically earth) . all things we create are controlled by us.That is why when we go for vacation to the beaches or mountains - something that we cannot control. It's bringing us back to our senses to think differently and better. ROOTED IN RESEARCH. GUIDED BY INTELLIGENCE. DESIGNED FOR LONGEVITY.
#1 ROSEMOUNT Our first project was designing a school for children under the age of 7. The focus was to spark curiosity, exploration and fearless learning. Usage of natural light, ventilation, sensory elements, and spaces for discovery, every design choice supported early childhood development. We had gotten positive outcome from parents and teachers that the children grew confident and character development. DESIGN APPROACH STATUS COMPLETED BUILT - UP 1870 Sq.ft TYPOLOGY Instituitonal LOCATION Coimbatore , TamilNadu
NATURE IS EVERY CHILDS FIRST TEACHER WHERE NATURE BECOMES A CLASSROOM EVERY PATH LEADS TO DISCOVERY
WHERE LAUGHTER ECHOES LEARNING BEGINS
Our next project is a residence that is currently under construction. When the client showed us the empty plot, I asked, “How would you like your home to feel?” His answer was simple: “Calm, like a resort, and different.” That feeling became the foundation of Serenity House—a home designed around peace, comfort, and experience. DESIGN APPROACH STATUS On-Going BUILT - UP 8700 Sq.ft TYPOLOGY Residential LOCATION Coimbatore , TamilNadu Serenity house
TRANQUIL NATURE TIMELESSNESS CALMNESS What did you do as a child that created timelessness, that made you forget time? Life in itself is a form of balance, a balance between lightness and solidity, openness and enclosure, being present and timelessness. A carefully crafted home has the ability to enliven an inner sanctum for its inhabitants to forget time.
The most meaningful spaces are often the ones where time quietly disappears. At the heart of every home lies a place to gather, reflect and belong.
Designed as a retreat from the pace of contemporary life, Inaivu explores the idea of connection, belonging and calm living. The architecture is organized through layered spaces, filtered light and inward-looking courts that create privacy without isolation. Materiality, proportion and spatial sequencing work together to provide a sense of comfort, permanence and emotional well-being. DESIGN APPROACH STATUS On-Going BUILT - UP 3634 Sq.ft TYPOLOGY Residential LOCATION Chennai , TamilNadu INAIVU - REVIVAL.
FORM DEVELOPMENT
The Anganwadi is envisioned as a child's first connection to learning, nature and community. Inspired by the nurturing qualities of a tree, the design creates safe, shaded and welcoming spaces that encourage curiosity, play and growth. Through climate-responsive planning, natural light and sensory learning environments, the project supports early childhood development while fostering a strong sense of belonging. DESIGN APPROACH STATUS CONCEPT BUILT - UP - TYPOLOGY INSTITUTIONAL LOCATION ODISHA ANGANWADI - LEARNING , COMMUNITY , CARE
We see the Anganwadi not as a building but as a child's first experience of the world beyond home. The project seeks to create a nurturing environment rooted in play, nature, learning and community. AIR approaches the Anganwadi as a child's first connection to learning, nature and community. Through climate-responsive design, safe play environments and sensory learning spaces, we create places that nurture growth, curiosity and belonging.
Architecture is the search for harmony between people , nature and space. -Saqif S FOUNDER saqif@airarchitects.in Coimbatore , TamilNadu