Tag: T' AURA Studios - Thadshan Yoges Archphotography

Barista, Sri Lanka’s largest café chain, stands out as a recognizable name in the country’s coffee culture. This particular project is located alongside the bustling Colombo–Kandy main road and involved the renovation of an existing 3,000 sqft space, spanning both ground and first floors, into a well-planned café and restaurant with dedicated dining, kitchen, and service zones.

“The TRIANGLE,” designed to meet the needs of a contemporary family, is a modern and robust architectural design featuring simple geometric volumes that culminate in a minimalistic and highly functional home. This house is designed on a challenging, triangular-shaped, sloping plot of 12 Perches (303sq.m.) land. The existing sloping terrain is meticulously integrated into the design by incorporating a central courtyard and a connecting bridge to match the floor levels, resulting in a unique and site-specific design that harmonizes with its environment. The double-height volume and the Grand spiral staircase serve as the centerpiece of the common areas, enhancing the sense of space and providing a striking architectural feature.

This personalised residence stands as a heartfelt tribute to a late mother’s enduring wish to keep family roots alive in Jaffna. The contemporary design of this home blends tradition and modernity, drawing inspiration from the textures, spatial idea, and symbolism of traditional Jaffna architecture. This residence distinguishes itself from the surrounding built fabric as a space that embodies memory, continuity, and cultural connection.

Nestled within the mist-covered hills and vibrant greenery, Ahas Gawwa is a nature-integrated boutique hotel that rises like a miracle in the sky. The architectural vision is rooted in a deep sensitivity to context embracing the site’s natural contours, native vegetation, and expansive panoramic views.

A family-friendly boutique villa nestled in the lush tropics of Udawalawe, Sri Lanka where the essence of tranquility meets contemporary comfort, overlooking a beautiful waterway and wrapped by a cluster of Jack trees, draws inspiration from the jack fruit that symbolizes abundance and rejuvenation. The charming boutique villa comprises a semi-open restaurant with an infinity swimming pool, 06 deluxe rooms, 04 family rooms, 02 large suite rooms, and an ayurvedic spa with an entrance building all are crafted with eco-consciousness in mind. Each building features a unique design that blends the hues of nature with elements inspired by the jackfruit, capturing the tropical ambiance of the surrounding environment.

“URBAN OASIS” exemplifies an innovative approach to compact urban living. Situated on a 7-perch (177 sq.m.) plot in Thalawathugoda, Sri Lanka, this house is designed to achieve an impressive sense of spaciousness and greenery within a limited land area.

Nestled in a commercial neighborhood in the city of Wadduwa, standing as an escape from the hustle and bustle of city environment. This house consists of two car parking, spacious family living, dinning, three bedrooms, two common bathrooms, office area, kitchen, servant’s room, toilet and store room.

The villa, located near the Balummahara Junction in Sri Lanka, is a unique blend of contemporary architecture and tropical sensibilities. Utilizing used shipping containers, the design seamlessly integrates with the lush, tropical environment, reflecting a deep respect for nature.

The architectural project was initiated to fulfil the requirements of an import-export business professional seeking an office space in proximity to their warehouse. The envisioned space was to include an office area, guest accommodations, and staff lodgings, all wrapped within a visually captivating building design.