Billy O tea got published on Architectural digest India

Come rain or shine, you can count on architects Vignesh Sekar and Shamini Vignesh to show up to a job site. Referencing their latest project, a villa in Tamil Nadu shaped like a ship, the co-founders of Madurai-based architecture practice STO.M.P quip, “come rain or rain is more like it.”

 

The Country blue house got published on Archdaily

The country blue is a retrofit extension to a 30-year-old building in Maruthur South, a remote village in the district of Nagapattinam. The extension adds a new kitchen while converting the existing kitchen to dining on the ground floor and adding a bedroom with an attached bathroom on the first floor. Apart from these spatial additions, existing compound wall replacement and terracing came along.

Country blue residence got published on Designboom

Indian studio Architecture RIFF leads the retrofit extension project for The Country Blue, a 30-year-old home in Maruthur South, Nagapattinam, India. This renovation adds a new kitchen, reconfigures the existing one into a dining area on the ground floor, and includes a bedroom with an en suite bathroom on the first floor. To address level differences between the old flooring and the new kitchen, the architects add an indoor garden court to let sunlight in and improve ventilation while serving as a visual break between spaces. The project replaced the compound wall, added terracing, and incorporated local shades of blue, inspired by existing elements found on the site, like an old door and a painted wooden chair.

Billy O tea got published on Dezeen 

Nautical references nod to the coastal setting of this brick house in the port city of Thoothukudi, India, which has been completed by local architecture studio STOMP.Named Billy O'Tea after the ship in the popular folk song The Wellerman, the 464-square-metre home is intended to evoke a "docked ship", in which its residents can shelter from the city's heavy rains.




 

Kathae got published on Architectural Digest

In the relentless chaos of urban sprawl, houses grounded in native architecture like this home in Bengaluru do more than provide solace—they offer a sanctuary where the rhythm of tradition is congruent with the pace of modern life. When the clients approached Priyadarshini Veerendra and Sharanya Sekar—Tarsi's founders and principal architects—they envisioned a home that echoed native sensibilities. They wanted a culturally rooted abode, emphasizing open spaces while exuding timelessness. Staying true to their philosophy that design finds its essence in the balance between heritage and innovation, the architects delivered a sanctuary that honours its roots while embracing modern living.

Billy O tea got published on Archdaily

Sited on the outskirts of a port city, Tuticorin, the 5000sq.ft residence offers solace reflecting the relentless shoreline. The house, The Billy O’ Tea” is personified as a docked ship over the parcel, homing the residers to balance the synergy between the East Indian cultural background and the coast.





 

Tovo Got published in Rethinking the future

“TOVO reflects the brand’s ethos, where simplicity meets sophistication”. Nestled in the urban landscape of Bengaluru, the design embodies a seamless blend of modern design and functionality, curated to enhance the dining experience through a thoughtful spatial narrative. The design cleverly integrates with the brand’s elements, prominently emphasizing its identity to provide cohesiveness from inside to outside.


 

Aniketana House got published on Archdaily

Aniketana is placed in a calm residential area, a north-facing plot with a frontage of 40 feet and 60 feet depth. The existing tree at the entrance is retained as it brings a touch of nature to the space while also serving as a buffer and screen, creating a sense of separation and privacy for the site.  To create a sense of hierarchy and prioritize privacy, the house is divided into four main levels and stacked vertically: the entry-level, the family space, the private areas, and the master suite.  We enter the ground floor through a landscaped area leading us to the formal living and home theatre. The pet's living and services are neatly tucked away in the back. 

Onella got published on Architectural Digest

Every detail of this villa in Tamil Nadu reflects a commitment to ecological sensitivity and timeless aesthetics. Each room unfolds its own narrative through distinct architectural elements and finishes—ranging from reclaimed wood to the earthy elegance of Kota stone, terracotta tiles, and lime wall plasters. The deliberate use of eco-friendly materials and techniques fosters a warm, tranquil ambiance.
 

House in a farm got published on Archdaily

 

In the vibrant tapestry of Coimbatore’s urban sprawl lies a hidden gem—a harmonious blend of farmhouse allure and contemporary bungalow functionality. Crafted as a sanctuary for multiple generations, this home seamlessly intertwines private sanctuaries within an expansive, interconnected layout, merging indoor comforts with outdoor tranquility.

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The Reapers retreat got published on Archdaily

In the serene countryside of Vaiyampatti, nestled amidst the vast expanse of paddy fields, stands a humbly placed farmhouse exuding quiet grace and rustic elegance. It is a perfect setting reminiscent of William Wordsworth's "Solitary Reaper". The low-lying and spread-out nature of the home makes it humane and relatable to the surroundings, offering a fitting aesthetic response to the setting. While this house is conceived as a classic, straightforward courtyard house, stemming from the client's memory of their family home, it combines traditional principles and effortlessly blends them with the needs of modern inhabitants.

 

Karaikudil got published on Elle Decor

Chettinad homes are known for its lavish woodwork, Athangudi tiles, Tanjore paintings, traditional patterns and use of vibrant hues. More than just aesthetics, it is a reflection of South Indian values while honouring cultural preservation. Recently, this design concept has found a renewed prominence in a 6,000 sq ft Chennai residence, as co-founders and principal architects, Sidharth Lodha and Sonali Jain of Sonali & Sidharth Lodha Architecture dilute it with a contemporary yet deeply rooted Chettinad essence.


 

Billy O tea got published on Stir World

A cover of the folk song Wellerman from New Zealand, released by Scottish song artist Nathan Evans in 2021 and which went on to become a virat hit, is amongst the references that inspired Madurai-based architecture studio STO.M.P (Studio for Modernism & Practical Aesthetics) to conceive a residential design that embodies a marine spirit. Named after the ship referenced in the song, the Billy O’Tea house is a villa situated on the outskirts of the port city Thoothukudi or Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu, India.

Billy O tea got published on Dezeen ​Nautical references nod to the coastal setting of this brick house in the port city of Thoothukudi, India, which has been completed by local architecture studio STOMP.Named Billy O'Tea after the ship in the popular folk song The Wellerman, the 464-square-metre home is intended to evoke a "docked ship", in which its residents can shelter from the city's heavy rains.


 

Jade Got published in Home & Design Trends

This 2BHK apartment in Coimbatore designed by Studio Space for Architectural Practice is a serene reflection of the residents’ affinity towards minimalism and nature.
 

Aniketana Got published in Rethinking the future

Aniketana’s serene and natural setting is enhanced by the existing tree at the entrance, providing a sense of tranquility and calmness.

 

House in a farm got published on Dezeen

Indian practice Studio MOB has completed A House in the Farm, a modern farmhouse comprising intersecting concrete blocks and sheltered spaces to encourage indoor-outdoor living.


 

Country blue residence got published on Archello

The country blue is a retrofit extension to a 30-year-old building in Maruthur South a remote village in the district of Nagapattinam. The extension adds a new kitchen while converting the existing kitchen to dining on the ground floor and adding a bedroom with an attached bathroom on the first floor. Apart from these spatial additions, existing compound wall replacement and terracing came along.

Billy O tea got published on The HIndu

When Swathi Jhunjhunwala and Sumit Srimal, both professionals with backgrounds in marketing for the home decor industry, approached Madurai-based STO.M.P Architects to design their home in Tuticorin, they had a clear vision. “Rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Kolkata, they sought a design that would not only reflect their lifestyle but also celebrate their family traditions. From the outset, it was clear that this home would be a vessel for stories passed down through generations, says Vignesh Sekar, Principal Architect, STO.M.P, who decided to blend designs from the two cities.

House in a farm got published on Designboom


Studio Mob’s latest project in Coimbatore, India, seamlessly blends the charm of a farmhouse with the functionality of a modern bungalow. This generational home integrates private spaces for each family member within a spacious, interconnected layout, emphasizing indoor-outdoor living.



 

The Reapers retreat got published on Archello

In the serene countryside of Vaiyampatti, nestled amidst the vast expanse of paddy fields, stands a humbly placed farmhouse exuding quiet grace and rustic elegance. It is a perfect setting reminiscent of William Wordsworth’s “Solitary Reaper”. The low-lying and spread-out nature of the home makes it humane and relatable to the surroundings, offering a fitting aesthetic response to the setting.



 

Amaron mens hostel got published on Archinect

With the explicit goal of providing psychological and thermal comfort, the design of the Amaron Working Men’s Hostel adopts several design strategies. A design that is driven by an honest effort to address these two parameters, a design that assumes a logical process of listing the attributes and developing strategies for each of them.




 

Brick manor got published on Archdaily

n earthen residence on a forestry farm for clients committed to feasible living represents a harmonious marriage of environmental awareness and conventional craftsmanship. The clients' dedication to sustainable living has prompted our team to design an abode that corresponds with their everyday surroundings and epitomizes sustainability standards. The house's design prioritizes constructing a symmetrical living space that encourages interaction between family members and linking up with the surrounding environment. The central courtyard serves as the heart of the domestic, giving a visual network to all spaces on both the ground floor and the first floor. This form improves the stream of natural light and ventilation.