SKDO is a multidisciplinary design studio based in Chennai and Delhi, dedicated to shaping sustainable and adaptive spaces. For over seven years, we have crafted user-centric architecture and urban environments, integrating local heritage, craft, and participatory design.
Sustainability is at the core of our work—not just a principle but a commitment. Our projects emphasize adaptive reuse, blending innovation with tradition to create meaningful spaces. As a proudly woman-led studio, we celebrate inclusion and diversity, ensuring our impact extends beyond design into the communities we engage with.
Discover SKDO’s approach to urban design, architecture, and adaptive reuse, or explore our design internship opportunities.
OUR VISION AND APPROACH
HANDCRAFTED
Our multidisciplinary design studio is committed to preserving local crafts, traditional skills, and indigenous materials, ensuring they thrive through our handcrafted architecture and adaptive reuse projects. At SKDO, we blend innovation with heritage, creating sustainable urban spaces that honor the past while shaping the future.
USER -CENTRIC
At SKDO, we work towards empathetic design solutions that truly meet the needs of our users. Driven by a collaborative approach, we place people at the heart of our architecture and urban design process, ensuring every space we create is user-centric and impactful.
CLIMATE-SENSITIVE
Driven by our commitment to sustainable architecture, SKDO’s designs seamlessly integrate water-responsive techniques, prioritize resource efficiency, and promote low-carbon building practices. We focus on creating urban spaces that are both environmentally conscious and resilient, ensuring long-term sustainability and minimal environmental impact.