(4,500 sq. ft.) A traditional Mangalorean home in Manipal, Karnataka | Vanaja designed by Vriksh

Designed by Vriksh, Vanaja is the story of a house with its roots in vernacular Mangalorean architecture. To watch the detailed house tour of the Vanaja - The courtyard house in Karnataka and download the entire PDF and floor plans, materials used and so much more, please visit: With the courtyard being the focal point, the interiors are inspired by various North and South Indian elements that are carefully handcrafted by expert artisans. The sloping roof and the carefully articulated structure make the residence a landmark among unremarkable concrete surroundings Principal Architect Sonal Shetty Rao explains the design aesthetics of this home that celebrates Indian architecture through locally available materials and decorated artwork. Videography by: Nit