Black sign with white text that reads 'USED & RARE'

One Studio.
Three Perspectives.

As our practice evolved, we recognized that design is not a one-size-fits-all solution. To honor the specific needs of our climate, our community, and our craft, we have distilled our work into three dedicated wings. While each operates with a unique focus, they are all bound by the same DNA: a commitment to contextual honesty and the rigorous search for beauty in function.

  • The Integrated Practice

    This is our core—providing comprehensive architecture, interior, landscape, and masterplanning solutions. Here, we tackle complex structural challenges by blending modern R&D with time-tested indigenous wisdom to create spaces that belong to their land.

  • The Grassroots Initiative

    Design is a right, not a luxury. 'Design for Everyone' is our commitment to bringing high-quality, sustainable architectural solutions to the masses. By simplifying complexities and focusing on affordability, we aim to make a tangible difference at the grassroots level, proving that good design can be accessible to all.

  • The Tactile Studio

    Our escape into the world of making. Think Elemental is born from our love for working with our hands, focusing on the "little things" that elevate a space. From minimal furniture to products, this is where we experiment with materials at a human scale, ensuring that even the smallest detail carries the studio’s soul.

Team

Studio Dot is a synergy of creative and technical minds who believe that the best designs are born at the intersection of the drawing board and the workshop.

We are architects, designers, and researchers with a shared tendency to move beyond the screen and into the field. By engaging directly with materials and local artisans, we ensure that every project is grounded in both technical rigor and the tactile reality of the craft.

We are always looking for fresh perspectives. If you are a student or a young professional who isn't afraid to get your hands dirty and explore the "why" behind the build, we’d love to hear from you.

Intern
  • Satya Vaghela, Principal Architect and Founding Partner at Studio Dot. Satya specializes in sustainable architecture, focusing on lime and earth construction, Catalan laminated tile structures, and upcycled timber.

    Ar. Satya Vaghela

    Founding Partner + Principal Architect

  • Portrait of Kiran Vaghela, Founder Director at Hunnarshala Foundation and Founding Partner at Studio Dot,. Kiran, a civil engineer and self-taught architect, specializes in integrating artisans’ indigenous knowledge into resilient contemporary work.

    Kiran Vaghela

    Founding Partner + Mentor

  • A smiling woman with dark hair tied back, wearing earrings and a traditional teal scarf, standing against a stone wall.

    Jyotsana Bhudia

    Architect + Project Lead

  • A man with short dark hair and a beard smiling, wearing a maroon shirt, standing against a light-colored textured wall.

    Er. Robin Rajgor

    Civil Engineer + Structural Designer

  • Sunil Dhadhar, a Karigarshala graduate and master artisan. Sunil, with over six years of experience, specializes in lime finishes, Catalan lime structures, and earth technologies like adobe, CSEB, and rammed earth.

    Sunil Dhadhar

    Master Artisan + Entrepreneur

An Evolving Collective

The Studio Dot family is ever-growing, shaped by a diverse network of individuals from all walks of life. We believe that architecture is at its best when it is a shared journey—one that is constantly enriched by the fresh perspectives, unique stories, and collective spirit of those we collaborate with.

  • A man sitting indoors with a serious expression, wearing glasses and a light blue shirt, with trees visible through a large window behind him.

    Dr. Sanjay Chikermane

    Prof. IIT, Roorkee

  • A woman sitting at a wooden table in front of a window, smiling, with cream-colored curtains and a decorative crystal lamp in the background.

    Ganga Kadakia

    Artist & Founder - Art Village

  • An elderly man with gray hair, wearing a light pink shirt, stands in a lush green field of crops during sunset, smiling and gesturing with his hands.

    Subhash Sharma (Sharmaji)

    Organic Farmer & Entrepreneur

  • Smiling man wearing a black jacket and backpack standing on sidewalk in an urban area with trees, buildings, and other pedestrians.

    Ar. Pratik Zaveri

    Founder - Studio Search & Faculty at INDUS CoA

  • Black and white photo of a middle-aged man with short hair and a beard, smiling slightly

    Somu Desai

    Artist

  • A man smiling outdoors near a river with trees in the background.

    Tejas Kotak

    Director - Sankalan

  • Black and white photo of a bearded man with long hair smiling, wearing a checkered shirt, sitting in front of a brick wall.

    Nirvair Singh Rai

    Photographer & Director

  • A woman with dark curly hair smiling outdoors with desert landscape in the background.

    Ar. Jani Gonawala

    Landscape Architect - Studio Search

  • A man standing on a balcony overlooking a golf course.

    Er. Vipul Mehta

    Structural Designer & Engineer

  • A person painting a circular design on a white surface, featuring a black swan silhouette against a blue background, with a gold-colored surrounding area.

    Smit Vegad

    Artist

  • A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a light-colored checked shirt, laughing and sitting at a table in a rustic setting with wooden walls and a thatched roof.

    Er. Arfat Sodha

    Civil Engineer

  • A black and white photo of a man with glasses at the beach, with water and buildings in the background.

    Darshil Rupareliya

    Founder - Design Occult