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Artiste and Aura | Architecture & Interior Design Studio — About the Office & Team

The Studio
Behind the Work

Founded on a philosophy of timeless design, Artiste and Aura brings together a collective of architects, interior designers, and makers who believe in the power of restraint.

Our Story

Crafting Spaces
with Intention

Artiste and Aura was founded with a singular belief: that architecture and interior design should not merely shelter, but elevate. We approach each project as a dialogue between light, material, and place — a pursuit of quiet precision that resonates long after the final detail is set.

From intimate residences to cultural institutions, our work is defined by an unwavering commitment to craft. We collaborate closely with clients, artisans, and engineers to realize spaces that are at once timeless and deeply contemporary.

Today, our studio spans multiple disciplines, with a team of architects, interior designers, and thinkers united by a shared passion for the art of building.

Studio archive image showing architectural plans and models Studio Archive Est. 2012
Principals

Founding Partners

Three visionaries who shape the studio's direction, each bringing a distinct mastery to the collective.

Portrait of Prabakaran

Prabakaran

Founding Partner

Leads client relations and strategic engagement, ensuring a clear understanding of client objectives and delivering a seamless experience throughout every stage of the project.

Portrait of Rakesh

Rakesh

Founding Partner

Leads on-site operations and project execution, overseeing contractors, timelines, coordination, and quality to ensure every project is delivered to the studio's highest standards.

Portrait of Karthikeyan

Karthikeyan

Founding Partner

Leads branding, marketing, and office operations, overseeing cross-functional teams and business activities to ensure strong brand presence, efficient management, and seamless organizational performance.

Collective

Meet the Team

A multidisciplinary group of architects, interior designers, engineers, and project managers committed to excellence at every scale.

Architects

Design leadership & concept development

12 Members

Interior Designers

Materiality, light & atmosphere

10 Members

Engineers

Structural & systems integration

8 Members

Project Managers

Delivery, coordination & quality

6 Members
Spaces

Inside the Studio

A glimpse into the environments where ideas take shape — from the drawing board to the finished space.

Office space with natural light

Office

Open, light-filled workspace

Meeting room for collaboration

Meeting Room

Collaboration & review

Design space with material library

Design Space

Material library & model shop

Vision

Mission &
Core Values

— guiding principles
Our Mission

To create architecture and interior design that endures — not just in structure, but in spirit. We believe that great design emerges from deep listening, rigorous thinking, and a reverence for the craft of building.

01

Timelessness

We design for longevity — spaces that grow more beautiful with age, refusing trends in favor of enduring principles.

02

Craft

Every detail matters. We work with the finest artisans and engineers to ensure that materiality and execution are inseparable from design intent.

03

Context

Architecture is a response to place. We listen to the land, the light, and the culture — creating spaces that belong.

04

Collaboration

The best work emerges from dialogue. We partner with clients, consultants, and communities to realize shared ambitions.

Clients

Trusted Partners

We've had the privilege of working with leading brands and institutions who share our commitment to excellence.

Tata Group since 2015
Godrej since 2017
Lodha since 2018
Prestige since 2016
Sobha since 2019
Mahindra since 2014
DLF since 2013
Embassy since 2020
K Raheja since 2016
Hiranandani since 2018
Credentials

Certifications &
Memberships

Accreditations and affiliations that reflect our commitment to professional excellence and ethical practice.

COA Registration

Council of Architecture

ISO 9001

Quality Management

AIA

American Institute of Architects

RIBA

Royal Institute of British Architects

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