Apoorva Shroff

Proud to share lyth’s proposal for the ADFF 2026 pavilions. While this year we made it to the shortlist let’s hope next year we get to build it! Echoes of Infinity In a city as dynamic, layered and unpredictable as Mumbai, movement defines existence. People, materials, cultures and ecologies are in a constant state of flux, creating transient yet deeply meaningful narratives that reshape the city every day. Echoes of Infinity gives form to this condition. Shaped as the infinity symbol (∞), the pavilion embodies the boundless loops that characterize the metropolis: uplifting and disorienting, chaotic and harmonious, alienating and embracing all at once. Its undulating curves mirror the pulse of daily life. As light slips between the bamboo slats, shifting shadows stretch and dissolve across the ground, like scenes unfolding on a reel of film. The gaps become thresholds, carrying the unspoken stories of those who fill Mumbai’s in-between spaces, where much of its identity truly resides. Walking through the loops is to be both inside and outside at once, a paradox every Mumbaikar knows while navigating belonging in a city that overwhelms and liberates in equal measure. Each visitor forges their own path, turning movement into meaning. Some may find clarity, others may lose themselves, just as the city both anchors and unmoors. More than an object, the pavilion acts as a stage. Encounters, conversations and pauses become the real architecture: unscripted performances that animate the structure. In this way, Echoes of Infinity is less a form to be looked at than a space that looks back, recording the city’s energy through its people. It stands as a living loop. A spatial metaphor for Mumbai’s resilience and complexity, where every crossing, every moment, is part of an ongoing story without beginning or end. @khushi_saraiya @stir_world #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #adff2026 [adff 2026, pavilion design, architecture competition, conceptual architecture, installation design, shortlisted architecture, architects india, design proposal, temporary architecture, architecture ideas]

Part 2 of Lyth Legends: Arjun Malik. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign [indian architecture, arjun malik architect, architecture conversations india, sketching architecture, hand drawing architects, indian design intelligence, architecture philosophy, architects india, design process, lyth legends, ifbe, ice factory ballard estate, Malik Architecture]

Lyth Legends: Arjun Malik From studying architecture in Mumbai and New York to returning home and joining his father’s practice, Arjun Malik reflects on the journey that shaped his approach to design. This conversation explores the embedded intelligence that exists within Indian design traditions and has been passed down through generations. He also speaks about resisting an overdependence on technology, and why he still prefers to sketch ideas by hand, with pencil on paper. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign [indian architecture, arjun malik architect, architecture conversations india, sketching architecture, hand drawing architects, indian design intelligence, architecture philosophy, architects india, design process, lyth legends, ifbe, ice factory ballard estate, Malik Architecture]

The Hungry Caterpillar by Ar. Apoorva Shroff The brief was to create a food street with a distinct identity an engaging destination where children and families could experience more than just a quick meal. During the very first site visit, the vision emerged organically: a cocoon-like space tucked beneath dense tree canopies, inspired by the quiet comfort of a caterpillar nestled safely in its natural habitat. Beyond aesthetics, the project was guided by a deeper responsibility toward conscious and meaningful design. The result is a food street that not only offers a memorable spatial experience, but also reflects a thoughtful approach to environment, community, and interaction. Brought to life through collective effort and shared belief, the space stands as a vibrant blend of imagination, warmth, and sustainable intent. 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦 Project Name: The Hungry Caterpillar Location: Ashoka University, Sonipat, Haryana, India Area: 6996.54 Sq.ft Cost: Undisclosed Completion Year: 2025 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗦 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦 Firm Name: Ar. Apoorva Shroff @lythdesign 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗦 Photographer: Sohaib Ilyas & Avesh Gaur @iamsohaibilyas & @avesh.gaur Have you tried featuring your work with Volume Zero? Publish your work with a few simple steps here: Go to linktr.ee/volume_zero or bit.ly/4fTGoYt Click on "Feature your project with Volume Zero. {Home Design | house front design | bungalow | India House Design | modern house design | brick house | |Contemporary House Design | Indian Architecture | Modern Indian House | Traditional Indian House } #volumezero #Haryana #volumezeroindia

One night. Endless lights! Sharing my favourite captures from a whirlwind trip to Bangkok. If something catches your eye, drop a comment and I’ll share the details 👀🇹🇭

Most homes try too hard. The ones that feel expensive usually don’t. It comes down to a few decisions. 1. Sliding doors that shift the layout. 2. ⁠Doors that sit clean within panelling. 3. ⁠Hardware that works smoothly. 4. ⁠Surfaces that hold depth. 5. ⁠Materials that are layered with intent. These are the moves that stay with you, long after you’ve walked through the space. @grandeur.in @twc__india @sambhav.shrivastav @embelliish.homes #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #instagramreels [luxury interiors india, high end design details, sliding door design, concealed doors, 270 degree hinges, textured wallpaper india, layered interiors, subtle design details, modern home india, interior upgrades]

The Lyth Lens: Khotachiwadi In Khotachiwadi, the architecture is driven by climate and craft. Timber and stone structures, deep porches, large shuttered windows, and high ceilings work together to manage heat and airflow. The lanes are narrow and closely built, shaping how the neighbourhood functions day to day. Part of The Lyth Lens. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #mumbaidiaries #mumbai [khotachiwadi mumbai, Indo portuguese architecture india, mumbai heritage, vernacular architecture india, climate responsive design, timber houses india, urban fabric mumbai, heritage conservation india, mumbai daily, Bombay, Girgaon, Charni Road, South Mumbai, Mumbai Tourist, Travel blog, things to do Mumbai, architectural observation]

Honoured to receive the Excellence Award for residential architecture at the Smart Space Awards 2026. Grateful to our client for the trust, and to our entire team for seeing the project through with care and precision. A special thank you to MCBEE for the collaboration and for seamlessly integrating technology into the design. And to everyone who continues to support and believe in our work, thank you. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #smarthome [smart home india, smart space awards, award winning architecture, home automation india, luxury homes india, tech integrated homes, residential architecture india, design collaboration, modern homes india, architecture awards india]

Watch till the end. Designing a bar goes beyond the obvious. We’ve added tassels for texture and movement, built in hidden storage to keep things clean, and introduced details like a cooker tap for ease. And the best part? A wine cooler with a fingerprint lock that shuts itself if you forget. @grandeur.in @twc__india @sambhav.shrivastav @embelliish.homes #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign [home bar design india, bar styling ideas, hidden storage design, smart home features india, wine cooler design, luxury bar interiors, tassel detail interiors, functional design, modern home india, design details]

Lyth Legends: Atul Soni Decades of experience, and a deep understanding of how things come together on site. With Atul Soni of Zigma Enterprise, the focus is always on execution, precision, and getting the details right. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #podcast [lyth legends series, atul soni zigma, interior contracting india, execution on site, carpentry work india, civil work contractors, architecture collaboration, behind the build, construction process india]

Sometimes it comes down to a few key moves. Colour, texture, and material. A rug placed right. A living wall added in. Lighting that changes how the space feels. Small changes, big difference. #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #beforeandafter [before after interiors, colour in interiors, texture and materials, rug styling ideas, living wall design, interior lighting design, small design changes, interior transformation india, styling details, space upgrades]

There is more to this space than what you see at first. A sliding door opens to reveal a hidden room, and the layout shifts instantly. The same space begins to function in a completely different way. We think about how spaces can change with use, and how a single move can redefine them. @grandeur.in @twc__india @sambhav.shrivastav @embelliish.homes #LythDesign #fyp #architecture #interiordesign #slidingdoor [hidden room design, sliding door architecture, transformable spaces, flexible interiors, multifunctional design, space planning india, adaptive interiors, modern homes india, design details]