The initial consultation is a structured discussion to understand your brief, aspirations, functional requirements, budget parameters, and timelines. It is also an opportunity for you to gain clarity on our design philosophy, process, and approach.

Initial discussions can happen over the phone. However, we encourage in-person meetings at our office, as they help build clarity, trust, and a more collaborative decision-making process.

Once our design philosophy and ideas resonate with you, we welcome you to schedule an in-person discussion at our office. Appointments are scheduled based on the Principal Architect’s availability. Click here to fill out the form.

Yes. We present a curated portfolio of completed and ongoing works during discussions. Client references may be shared upon request, subject to confidentiality and consent.

You may be able to visit a project that is currently in progress. For finished projects, we prefer to walk you through them using photos and videos, as we value and protect our clients’ privacy.

Yes. We are a registered architectural practice under the Council of Architecture (COA), India, and operate in strict adherence to its professional code of conduct.

Our practice engages with a diverse range of projects including private residences, villas, residential developments, commercial and institutional buildings, hospitality spaces, and comprehensive interior design projects. Each project is approached with the same level of rigour, regardless of scale.

Yes. We provide integrated architectural and interior design services. Our work is conceived holistically; we do not undertake standalone services such as only elevations, façades, or partial detailing.

Yes. We undertake renovation, adaptive reuse, and retrofit projects where the scope allows for meaningful spatial, architectural and interior intervention.

At S+A Architecture, design begins with listening—to the client, the site, and its context. We create architecture that is purposeful, emotionally resonant, and rooted in climate, culture, and material honesty. Our work balances intuition with intent, blending the traditional and contemporary to craft spaces that are timeless, functional, and deeply human.

Our design process is carried out in stages, with client approvals at each step:
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1.Concept planning and layout development
2.Design detailing in 3D visualisation after concept approval
3.Preparation of construction drawings once the design is frozen
4.Architectural supervision and coordination during execution

Design intent is communicated through a combination of spatial diagrams, sketches, 3D visualisations, digital models, material palettes, mock-ups, and detailed construction drawings, depending on project complexity.

Client involvement is integral to our process. Design development is guided through periodic reviews and discussions to ensure clarity, alignment, and informed decision-making.

The design phase typically takes around 2–3 months. This period includes understanding the brief, developing concepts, refining and freezing the design, and preparing detailed drawings. Delays in decisions or additional revisions may extend the timeline.

Our fees are structured in accordance with COA guidelines, either as a percentage of the estimated construction cost or as a fixed fee, depending on the project’s nature and scope.

The project commences upon signing the Architect–Client Agreement and receipt of the agreed retainer fee.

The agreement outlines the scope of services, professional fees, payment schedule, timelines, and conditions of engagement to ensure complete transparency.

Yes, engineering consultants are involved where required. For projects up to 25,000 sq.ft, the fees for Structural and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) consultants are included in our professional charges. For larger projects, these consultants will need to be appointed separately, and their fees are not included.

The following links will help you understand what services are generally included in architectural and interior design work, along with the typical payment stages.
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Comprehensive Architectural Services

Comprehensive Interior Design Services

Once you decide to proceed with us, we share an Architect–Client Agreement. This document clearly outlines our scope of work, professional fees, payment stages, and other terms, so everything is transparent before the project begins.

We begin the design process after the project agreement is signed and the initial retainer fee is received. This allows us to officially allocate time and resources to your project.

Yes. Budget considerations are integral to our design process. We align design decisions, material selections, and specifications with the defined financial framework.

Yes. We assist with preliminary cost estimates, tender documentation, contractor coordination, and comparative bid evaluations.

We assist with architectural documentation required for statutory approvals and coordinate with relevant consultants where required.

Timelines may be affected by statutory approvals, site conditions, decision-making cycles, contractor coordination, and material availability.

No. We maintain an independent role from construction to safeguard design intent and represent the client’s interests objectively.

Over time, we have built working relationships with contractors who align with our design philosophy and execution standards. Their familiarity with our drawings often supports smoother on-site coordination. We initiate builder discussions during the schematic design stage, focusing not only on cost but also on compatibility, communication, and execution approach. You are also free to work with a builder of your choice—we are always open to new collaborations.

During construction, we provide design support by clarifying drawings, addressing queries and ensuring the design intent is followed.
Regular site visits and additional coordination can be availed as optional services.

Yes. Where required, we assist in obtaining and reviewing quotations from multiple vendors and suppliers.

Each project is led by a principal or senior architect who remains the primary point of contact throughout the engagement.

Updates are communicated through scheduled meetings, drawings, and written correspondence. Minutes of Meetings (MoMs) are shared via email and whatsapp with the client, contractors, and vendors involved after every meeting

Yes. During the civil construction and interior stages, our team conducts periodic site visits (weekly or bi-weekly) to review work progress, ensure adherence to the finalized design, and carry out quality checks. A site visit report is shared with the client after each visit.
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Note: Continuous, on-site supervision (24/7) is not included in our scope. Clients are required to appoint a dedicated site supervisor or engage a Project Management Consultant (PMC) for day-to-day coordination and site presence.