qx.design.studio

13/02/2026

THE SALON

The Gathering 2026


Mukesh Mills, Mumbai | 16–18 January 2026

Team:
Udit Mittal
Kirti Jalan
Rahul Singh
Ajimal da and team
Aditya Banik
G Shivani .shivani04

11/02/2026

THE GATHERING ‘26


Chef Doma Wang x Chef Sachiko Seth x Ar. Udit Mittal


Mukesh Mills, Mumbai | 16–18 January 2026

Team:
Udit Mittal
Kirti Jalan
Rahul Singh
Ajimal da and team
Aditya Banik
G Shivani .shivani04

09/02/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 400 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Kirti Jalan , Ar. Nina Pestel .pestel , Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

Watch the complete video: https://youtu.be/BOIcCjE-L2w?si=DahT4BzpW3kbpIQ6

09/02/2026

31/01/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 400 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Kirti Jalan , Ar. Nina Pestel .pestel , Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

Watch the complete video: https://youtu.be/BOIcCjE-L2w?si=DahT4BzpW3kbpIQ6

22/01/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves | Bamboo Pavilion at Raichak

Craft, Technology, and Collaboration
The project is an example of bamboo’s architectural potential when guided by advanced computational tools and executed through the hands of skilled artisans. It brings together sustainability, expressive form, engineering precision, and the deep craftsmanship available in India.

More than a structure, it is a testament to what emerges when natural materials, digital design, and human hands work in unison.

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 400 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Kirti Jalan , Ar. Nina Pestel .pestel , Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

21/01/2026

We are looking for architects to join our studio in Kolkata!⁠

Skills:
- Strong hand-sketching ideation
- Rapid 3D modeling (Rhino preferred) for form-finding
- High-end visualization and presentation skills (Adobe Suite, Enscape/Lumion/V-Ray)

Location: Kolkata or WFH

Send tour portfolios:
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18/01/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves | Bamboo Pavilion at Raichak

Concept and Inspirations
The design draws from two elements that define the site: the rhythmic waves of the Ganges and the soft, clustered forms of bamboo clumps growing in the garden. The core idea was to create a contemplative pause point that would not obstruct movement through the landscape. Three openings were aligned with three significant sightlines from the residence—one framing the setting sun along the corner axis of the plot, and the other two opening toward the gardens on either side.

Site Geometry and Spatial Configuration
Located at the corner of the site, the pavilion emerges from a triangular base whose three sides are precisely aligned with the landscape and the river’s edge. This triangular footprint acts as the foundation beam, from which the corners extend as intersecting lines. These extensions evolve into pedestals that anchor the bamboo arches, grounding the fluid form in a clear geometric logic.

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 300 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Kirti Jalan, Ar. Nina Pestel, Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

18/01/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves | Bamboo Pavilion at Raichak

Client Brief
The client wanted a comfortable outdoor seating space—one that would allow the family to enjoy the garden and river while staying protected from both sun and rain. Given their strong inclination toward natural materials and sustainable design, they reached out specifically for a bamboo canopy. They wanted a structure that not only served its functional purpose but also blended seamlessly with the surrounding trees and natural landscape. A true nature lover, the client wished to be immersed in nature while remaining sheltered from nature, creating a harmonious balance between comfort and the outdoors.

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 300 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Nina Pestel, Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

18/01/2026

URMIKA | Architecture of Waves | Bamboo Pavilion at Raichak

“Urmika” derives from the Sanskrit word “urmi,” meaning wave — a gentle ripple, a subtle undulation, a form shaped by movement. The pavilion embodies this idea, echoing the quiet, continuous rhythm of river waves in both spirit and form.

Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Ganges in Raichak, this bamboo pavilion was envisioned as an extension of the landscape for the private residence of Mr. Harshavardhan Neotia. Designed to be viewed directly from his study, the pavilion’s sweeping curves and bamboo-shingle roof echo the fluid movement of the river, allowing the structure to settle naturally into its surroundings. With its harmonious five-arch system and open configuration on three sides, it becomes a quiet pause within the garden—an architecture of waves that converses gently with both river and sky.

Client: Mr. Harsh Vardhan Neotia
Project Typology: Bamboo Pavillion
Ground coverage: 300 sq. ft
Status: Built | 2025

Principal Architect: Ar. Udit Mittal
Architects: Ar. Nina Pestel, Ar. Nandini Jalan
Structural Analysis: Ar. Laurent Fornier
Construction & Site Supervision: Rahul Singh and Aejmol da & team
Photography: Kounteya Sinha

06/11/2025

Come work with us!

QX Design is looking for junior architects and architectural interns.
Location: Kolkata

Send your portfolios!

18/09/2025

At Smart Design Conclave & Awards 2025 – Kolkata Edition , QX Design was honored with two awards: Hospitality-Architecture and Sustained Ecology-Architecture!

This achievement is a testament to the collaborative spirit of our studio and our ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of design with responsibility and innovation. A big thank you to the Smartex family & our fearless design team!