Architects in Mumbai Blending Sustainability with Nature

We focus on ecological practices and sustainable thinking in design, considering the potential health benefits and ecological impact of greener design solutions. We encourage embracing better environmental practices, believing it’s crucial not to isolate individuals from their surroundings but to highlight their connection to the natural environment through biophilic architecture designs.

Our experimental approach to projects ensures that user needs are met innovatively. We believe design can be fun and playful, rather than always serious. As architects in Mumbai, India, we believe that  collaboration with like-minded individuals and the sharing of knowledge opens up new avenues of discovery and design.
Our approach embraces the contrasts in human nature, behaviors, and social practices, translating these contrasts into design and physical spaces, hence the name Blurring Boundaries.

We believe that sustainable design creates buildings that are not only environmentally responsible but also economically viable and beneficial to human health and well-being.  As ecologically conscious architects in Mumbai, we integrate sustainability into every aspect of our projects.

How We Practice Sustainable Architecture

Passive Design Technologies

We design buildings in harmony with native climatic conditions — sun paths, wind patterns, and rainfall — to create naturally comfortable environments with minimal energy use.

Our passive design strategies include:

• Analyse site context

• Incorporating local materials

• Orienting building correctly

• Inducing natural light

• Designing for cross ventilation

• Thermal massing to minimise heat gain

• Cool roofs and green roofs

• Creating micro climate

Biophilic Architecture Design

We aim to bring building occupants closer to nature by integrating natural elements and processes into the built environment. This approach enhances physical and psychological well-being, boosts productivity, and fosters more sustainable and harmonious living and working spaces.

Appropriate Local Materials

We work with appropriate, locally available materials. We have explored variety of building  materials like bricks, stone, mud, wood, bamboo, lime, terracotta, recycled materials like glass etc.

Eco-Friendly & Cost-Effective Technologies

We incorporating eco friendly and cost effective technologies like rat trap bond, filler slab, random rubble stone masonry, brick arches, lime wash & plasters, rammed earth which create naturally comfortable built environment.

Our Team – A Collective of Contextual Creators

Blurring Boundaries is led by principal architects Shriya Parasrampuria and Prashant Dupare, alumni of Sir JJ College of Architecture, Mumbai with over 15 years of experience in contextual, sustainable design.

Shriya moves fluidly between fine detailing and master planning, translating user values into thoughtful, grounded spaces. Prashant draws from nature’s rhythms, guided by passive design and ecological wisdom from the very start. Together, they shape a practice rooted in listening, collaboration, and care for both people and place.

Our Studio

As collaborative architects in Mumbai, we’re supported by a growing team of architects, engineers, and curious interns — all united by a sensitivity to context and craft. Together, we cultivate a studio culture where thoughtful design, hands-on exploration, and quiet innovation come together to shape spaces that resonate.

• Swarnim Waingankar – Architect, Social Media Manager

• Priya Suvarna – Civil engineer, Project Coordination & Management

• A team of dedicated interns, contributing with curiosity and fresh perspectives

Press & Publications

Blurring Boundaries has been featured in numerous esteemed publications, highlighting our unique approach to eco-friendly and biophilic architecture. As recognized architects in Mumbai, our projects are frequently showcased for their innovative design and sustainable impact.

The better India – Asmalay published on TBI
The better India – Eco friendly, sustainable  practices by us
Archdaily – Asmalay published on archdaily
The hindu – Featured on The hindu newspaper
NDTV – Featured on NDTV as architects of the year
Architecture digest – AD covers works of our founders
Word architecture community – Asmalay featured on WAC
Re-thinking the future – Maativan published on RTF
Volume zero – Asmalay published on Volume zero
Amazing architecture – Maativan published on AA
TAD originals – Founders interviewed on TAD originals
Dezeen – Asmalay published on Dezeen
Creative Gaga – Asmalay published on Creative Gaga

Awards & Recognitions

At Blurring Boundaries, our commitment to sustainable architecture has earned us several prestigious awards. These recognitions reflect our pursuit of thoughtful design and our place among Mumbai’s most innovative and eco-conscious architectural practices.

Let’s Build Something Together

We’re always open to meaningful collaborations. Whether you’re a client, creator, or curious soul — reach out, and let’s imagine something beautiful.

Call us, message on WhatsApp, or drop an email — we’re just a tap away.

Job applications: work@blurringboundaries.in
Vendors: vendors@blurringboundaries.in

Location

Our address – A/G1, Morya house, Off Veera Desai road, Andheri west, Mumbai 400053

Social – Our Evolving Story

From site visits to sketches, quiet reflections to playful experiments — our social channels offer a window into how we think, imagine, and build. Follow our journey on social.