WHAT WE DO

We are an Architecture and Design studio based in Almora, Uttarakhand. Our studio integrates architecture, interior design, furniture design, urbanism research and sustainability consultations for built spaces in the Kumaon Himalayas.

OUR STORY

Our love for mountains and nature, disfavour for metropolitan city lives; some opportunities and fluke moments; and passion to design differently led us to establish our studio in a Himalayan village near Almora in 2016.

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

The practice embraces the use of indigenous materials + techniques to craft contemporary built environments in the mountains. Aware of the sensitive and complex ecosystems in the Himalayas, the studio aims to minimize ecological impact through contextual resource planning for all buildings. This approach ensures that our designs not only respect but also enhance the natural surroundings, promoting a balance between modern living and environmental stewardship.

MEET THE TEAM

Kshitij Aggarwal

Founder & Principal Architect

Kshitij is a graduate from School of Planning and Architecture (Delhi) and has worked on projects in several Himalayan places such as Gangtok, Shimla, Dharamshala, Almora and surrounding places in the Kumaon region. He lives and works in Uttarakhand since 2014. He is a COA licensed Architect and specializes in hillside built environments. Realising his passion for architecture and the Himalayas, he founded this practice in Almora in early 2016. He is a trained professional in nature based waste-water management and rain-water harvesting solutions. He believes in minimizing the impact on the natural environment while designing for buildings.

Nikita Verma

Co-founder, Architect and Urbanist

Nikita is a graduate in architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture (Delhi) and holds a Masters in Urbanism from the Bauhaus University in Germany. She has worked in India, Slovenia, Germany, and Spain with several international organizations as an Architect and Urbanist for brief periods before moving to Almora. She has collaborated on several architectural and design projects with Kshitij apart from pursuing urban development research projects and venturing into curating design competitions for students and young professionals. She has assisted and participated in international planning workshops in Russia and France.

Bhaskar Bisht

Design Assistant

Bhaskar graduated from DBIT, Dehradun. He did his diploma in Civil Engineering and is passionate about the blend of design and technology. He is keen to learn new things in this field and is interested in on site execution and management. He is always ready to take up any given responsibility. Beside this, he loves to travel and explore and is a photography enthusiast. He is a core part of the studio since 2021.

Ankita Singh

Architect

Ankita, a SPA Bhopal graduate, is passionate about natural materials, craftsmanship, and contextual design. Living in the mountains has deepened her commitment to sustainability and hands-on construction. She explores natural building techniques, aiming to integrate them into her work. Beyond architecture, she enjoys photography and watercolour illustration as forms of storytelling and creative expression.

Deepak Arya

Site Supervisor

Deepak is a dedicated site supervisor from Balta village, who has honed his skills under the studio over the past few years. With hands-on experience in traditional and contemporary construction techniques, he ensures quality on-site execution while bridging local craftsmanship. His understanding of materials and attention to detail make him a valuable part of our team.

Get in touch

Write to :
kshitij@studiobardo.in
nikita@studiobardo.in