01 · Residential
Gulshan-2, Dhaka2024·4,600 sq. ft (428 sq. m)
The Gulshan Sky Loft
Examine →A high-floor panoramic duplex in Gulshan-2 sculpted with imported Roman silver travertine partitions and custom acoustic smoked oak ceiling ribs.
EST. 2016 — SPATIAL ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR STUDIO · DHAKA
Sculpting Quiet Spaces for Modern Living.
At the intersection of quiet luxury and architectural minimalism, Decorative Architecture crafts timeless residences, bespoke millwork, and turnkey commercial environments across Dhaka. From our Mirpur-10 studio to penthouses in Gulshan, Banani, and Baridhara, we compose raw stone, acoustic timber, and natural light into spaces that quiet the mind.
01 / THE GULSHAN SKY LOFTGulshan-2, Dhaka · 4,200 sq. ft
02 / BANANI COURTYARD RESIDENCEBanani, Dhaka · 3,650 sq. ft
03 / BARIDHARA EXECUTIVE PENTHOUSEBaridhara, Dhaka · 5,100 sq. ft
120+ Spaces · Mirpur-10 · 15+ HonorsDhaka Atelier & Millwork Studio
SCROLL01 / PHILOSOPHY & MANIFESTO
Silence as an Architectural Material.
In an age of sensory overload, Decorative Architecture pursues the profound quiet of deliberate architectural reduction. We believe the spaces we inhabit in Dhaka should not scream for attention; they should anchor our attention to what is elemental.
Choreography of Void & Daylight
We do not merely illuminate rooms; we sculpt the trajectory of natural daylight as it shifts across morning alabaster to golden twilight plaster.
Honesty of Raw Materiality
Every surface speaks its inherent geological or botanical truth. Stone is left unlacquered to breathe; timber is wire-brushed to reveal natural grain and warmth.
Sensory & Acoustic Silence
True luxury in urban Dhaka is acoustic tranquility. We engineer sub-floor sound dampers and micro-perforated acoustic timber to filter out city noise.
“When you strip away the extraneous ornamentation, what remains is not emptiness, but presence—the raw dignity of stone, the gentle weight of timber, and the quiet ritual of breathing in peace.”
Fig 01. Light & Acoustic Ceiling
Fig 02. Travertine & Oak
Fig 01 & 02. Studies in natural light choreography & tactile finishesDhaka Spatial Archives
We reject seasonal trends in favor of enduring substance. When we source Italian Roman Silver Travertine or seasoned timber for a Gulshan penthouse or Baridhara estate, we consider how that surface will age decades into the future. A well-designed room welcomes natural patina as an enhancement rather than a flaw.
By harmonizing modern architectural proportioning with our master craft guild in Mirpur-10, our architecture creates a gentle envelope for human inhabitation. Lighting fixtures are hidden inside structural coves; mechanical systems are silent and draft-free; doors pivot effortlessly on concealed ball-bearing hardware.
02 / SELECTED WORKS & ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVES
Spaces of Enduring Restraint.
02 · Residential
Baridhara DOHS, Dhaka2023·5,800 sq. ft (538 sq. m)
Baridhara Courtyard Villa
Examine →Intertwining tropical courtyard ventilation with Nordic minimalist proportioning around a central meditative basalt water garden.
03 · Residential
Banani, Dhaka2024·3,200 sq. ft (297 sq. m)
Banani Waterfront Loft
Examine →Monolithic brushed steel kitchen casework framed by room-length Douglas fir flooring and soft breathable chalk wash.
04 · Residential
Dhanmondi, Dhaka2023·3,800 sq. ft (353 sq. m)
Dhanmondi Heritage Suite
Examine →Modernization of an established family estate in Dhanmondi, preserving exposed historic red clay brickwork alongside brushed brass joinery.
05 · Residential
Uttara, Dhaka2024·4,200 sq. ft (390 sq. m)
Uttara Sector 4 Duplex
Examine →A floating cantilevered spiral staircase links two stacked floors with vertical light shafts and tactile terrazzo steps.
06 · Commercial
Mirpur-10, Dhaka2024·3,500 sq. ft (325 sq. m)
The Mirpur Creative Headquarters
Examine →A flagship creative studio and design consultation salon adjacent to Shah Ali Plaza, celebrating honest materials and acoustic isolation.
07 · Hospitality
Gulshan Avenue, Dhaka2023·4,000 sq. ft (371 sq. m)
Boutique Private Dining Lounge
Examine →An exclusive private dining haven sculpted with flamed quartzite, heated stone benches, and low raking perimeter cove light.
08 · Bespoke Objects
Dhaka Workshop, Bangladesh2024·Numbered Series
Monolith Furniture Edition
Examine →Solid carved blocks of imported Italian stone cantilevered upon patinated brass plinths. Handcrafted in our Mirpur workshop.
SPATIAL METAMORPHOSIS · INTERACTIVE COMPARISON
From Raw Void to Tactile Sanctuary.
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Completed Sanctuary (After)
Raw Industrial Shell (Before)
01
Monolithic Roman Travertine Island
Replaced disconnected masonry walls with a 14-foot continuous travertine island with flush induction surfaces and mitered waterfall ends.
02
Acoustic Smoked Oak Ceiling Ribs
Tamed the harsh concrete reverberation using micro-perforated acoustic battens backed by natural sound-dampening insulation.
03
Continuous Wide-Plank Hardwood Flooring
Unbroken room-length seasoned timber planks create a warm, unified horizon line throughout the living quarters.
04 / ARCHITECTURAL BLUEPRINT & SIGHTLINE EXPLORER
Interactive Spatial Anatomy.
Select any numbered camera sightline pin on the 2D architectural blueprint to inspect its directional field of view and real Dhaka interior intervention.
Schematic 2D Floor Plan · Dhaka Residence
Scale: 1:100 · 3,800 sq. ftActive Camera Pin: 01 (Living Lounge & Media)Click any numbered pin to inspect spatial sightline
Sightline 001 · TV Cabinet & Living Millwork
Living Lounge, TV Cabinet & Showcase
Area: 680 sq. ft (63 sq. m)·Ceiling: 10'-6"
Bespoke TV Millwork & Acoustic WallAngle A
Lighting Choreography:2700K Indirect Perimeter LED + Magnetic Low-Glare Track
Signature Materials & Joinery:
Acoustic Smoked Oak RibsRoman Silver Travertine PlinthConcealed Cable RoutingSoft Linen Sheers
03.5 / AUTHENTIC BESPOKE MILLWORK & INTERIOR CATALOG29 Signature Designs
10 Interior Specialties. Crafted in Mirpur.
Explore all 29 custom millwork interventions engineered at our Dhaka workshop. Click any design to inspect architectural specifications and request instant WhatsApp pricing.
DA-AK-01
Acrylic Kitchen3 –
Monolithic Seamless Acrylic Kitchen Island
High-Gloss Alabaster Acrylic with Integrated J-Pull Channels
Ultra-Gloss Alabaster Inspect→
DA-AK-02
Acrylic Kitchen3 –
Smoked Cashmere Modular Acrylic Suite
Two-Tone Matte Acrylic with German Blum Concealed Lift-Ups
Velvet Soft-Touch Cashmere Inspect→
DA-AK-03
Acrylic Kitchen3 –
Obsidian Nero High-Gloss Galley Kitchen
Reflective Black Acrylic Facades with Under-Cabinet LED Rails
High-Gloss Obsidian Inspect→
DA-AK-04
Acrylic Kitchen3 –
Warm Truffle & Fluted Glass Acrylic Composition
Matte Neutral Acrylic Overhead Cabinets with Aluminum Profile Glass
Warm Truffle Matte Inspect→
DA-KC-01
Kitchen Cabinet4 Weeks
Solid Seasoned Teak & Lacquer Cabinetry
Natural Chittagong Teak Lower Drawers with Semi-Matte Cream Upper Units
Hand-rubbed natural oil Teak Inspect→
DA-KC-02
Kitchen Cabinet3 –
Minimalist Birch Veneer & Stainless Steel System
Architectural Clean-Grain Birch Faceframes with Soft Dampers
Matte Polyurethane Clear Coat Inspect→
DA-KC-03
Kitchen Cabinet4 –
Contemporary Charcoal Shaker-Profile Cabinetry
Subtle 12mm Beveled Border Rails with Solid Brass Hardware
Deep Charcoal Satin PU LacquerInspect→
DA-KC-04
Kitchen Cabinet4 Weeks
Travertine Countertop & Fluted White Oak Pantry
Full-Height Floor-to-Ceiling Millwork Storage with Wine Cubby
Micro-fluted textured Oak Inspect→
DA-TV-01
TV Cabinet & Media Wall2 –
Floating Travertine Slab & Fluted Oak Media Wall
Concealed Cable Raceways, Soundbar Niche & Ambient Backlight Halo
Honed Natural Stone Inspect→
DA-TV-02
TV Cabinet & Media Wall2 –
Charcoal Acoustic Slat & Backlit Onyx Console
Sound-Absorbing Polyester Felt Core with Natural Walnut Floating Base
Matte Charcoal Acoustic Felt Inspect→
DA-TV-03
TV Cabinet & Media Wall2 Weeks
Monochrome Low-Profile Modular Credenza
Push-to-Open Drop-Down Acoustic Fabric Mesh Speaker Doors
Warm Putty Lacquer Inspect→
DA-TV-04
TV Cabinet & Media Wall3 –
Full-Height Architectural Bookcase & TV Niche
Integrated Library Shelving with Concealed Pivot Sliding Panels
Natural Teak Wood Grain Inspect→
DA-WC-01
Wall Cabinet & Wardrobe3 –
Floor-to-Ceiling Flush Walk-In Wardrobe Suite
Concealed 9ft Doors with Leather Pull Straps and Internal Sensor Lighting
Cashmere Matte Lacquer Inspect→
DA-WC-02
Wall Cabinet & Wardrobe3 –
Anodized Black Aluminum & Smoked Glass Wardrobe
Showcase Walk-In Closet with Warm Vertical LED Profiles
Smoked Glass Inspect→
DA-WC-03
Wall Cabinet & Wardrobe3 Weeks
Natural Rattan Cane & Teak Wood Bedside Wardrobe
Breathable Natural Hand-Woven Cane Insets with Solid Wood Joinery
Natural Teak Oil Inspect→
DA-WC-04
Wall Cabinet & Wardrobe2 Weeks
Minimalist Master Vanity & Concealed Linen Storage
Integrated Backlit Mirror Wall with Push-Latch Deep Linen Shelves
Seamless Warm Alabaster LacquerInspect→
DA-CD-01
Architectural Ceiling10 –
Recessed Perimeter Cove & Micro-Trim Fluted Raft
Hidden 2700K Architectural LED Cove with Zero-Glare Trimless Downlights
Chalk Matte Gypsum Inspect→
DA-CD-02
Architectural Ceiling2 Weeks
Acoustic Natural Timber Ceiling Ribs
Linear Wood Slat Baffles with Integrated Magnetic Track Lighting
Golden Teak Inspect→
DA-CD-03
Architectural Ceiling2 Weeks
Coffered Geometric Ceiling with Brass Inlay
Contemporary Shallow Coffers with Precise 6mm Brushed Brass Reveals
Warm Bone White Inspect→
DA-CD-04
Architectural Ceiling10 Days
Floating Minimalist Plaster Canopy with Chandelier Slot
Continuous Negative Shadow-Line Ceiling Drop with Center Lighting Recess
Raw Mineral Plaster Inspect→
DA-OF-01
Corporate Office4 Weeks
Executive Boardroom Suite & Acoustic Wall Paneling
Custom 16-Person Fluted Oak Conference Table with Embedded Tech Docks
Matte Walnut Oil Inspect→
DA-OF-02
Corporate Office3 –
Managing Director Private Atelier & Credenza Suite
Executive Cantilever Desk with Fluted Marble Return & Trophy Niches
Honed Black Marble Inspect→
DA-PT-01
Spatial Partition2 –
Minimalist Black Aluminum & Reeded Glass Screen
Bi-Folding Room Divider Separating Drawing & Dining Environments
Textured Matte Black Inspect→
DA-PT-02
Spatial Partition3 Weeks
Rotating Architectural Teak Louver Screen
Floor-to-Ceiling 360-Degree Pivot Slats for Daylight Choreography
Hand-Waxed Natural Golden TeakInspect→
DA-SH-01
Custom Shelving2 Weeks
Floating Thin-Profile Brass & Smoked Oak Bookshelf
Architectural 8mm Laser-Cut Solid Brass Uprights with Concealed Stud Fixings
Satin Brushed Raw Brass Inspect→
DA-SH-02
Custom Shelving10 Days
Sculptural Recessed Plaster Niche Display
Curved Radius Archway Shelving with Warm Micro-Puck Illuminators
Textured Natural Travertine RenderInspect→
DA-SC-01
Showcase Design3 Weeks
Curated Crockery & Artifact Vitrine Cabinet
Ultra-Clear Low-Iron Glass with Illuminated Warm Oak Backdrops
Matte Oak Wood Grain Inspect→
DA-SC-02
Showcase Design3 –
Monolithic Bronze & Fluted Marble Display Cabinet
Dining Room Buffet Credenza with Backlit Crystal Glass Enclosure
Polished Dark Emperador Inspect→
DA-ST-01
Study & Reading Table3 Weeks
Executive Cantilever Solid Teak Study Desk
Integrated Wireless Charging Pad, Cable Management Channel & Leather Inset
Hand-Polished Natural Teak Inspect→
03 / MATERIALITY & TACTILE PALETTE LAB
The Geometry of Raw Surfaces.
Choreographed Ambience:3500K Low Solar Angle
Roman Silver Travertine
Filter: Golden Hour 17:303500K Low Solar Angle
Material Profile · 01
Roman Silver Travertine
Honed Porous Mineral Stone
Formed over millennia by geothermal mineral springs, Roman Silver Travertine carries a quiet, stratified dialogue of soft greys, ecru, and silver quartz veins. We specify it cross-cut with an unpolished, tactile hone that deepens in character under low-raking daylight.
Tactile & Acoustic Performance
Thermal Tactile Warmth68%
Acoustic Damping Coefficient54%
Patina Aging Grace & Depth94%
Recommended Spatial Applications
Monolithic kitchen cooking blocks
Cantilevered vanity sinks & bath surrounds
Architectural fireplace reveals & low benches
04 / CAPABILITIES & BESPOKE SERVICES
Rigorous Architectural Execution.
From initial structural demolition to the final placement of tactile textiles, our atelier directs every millimeter of spatial realization.
We strip existing structures down to their essential architectural truth. By re-engineering load paths, orchestrating light wells, and designing bespoke portal transitions, we turn disparate floorplans into continuous, harmonious volumes across Dhaka's premier residences.
Typical Project Horizon: 14 – 24 Weeks
Key Studio Deliverables:
Comprehensive volumetric space planning & demolition schemes
Full construction documentation sets & MEP coordination
Daylight path simulation & circadian lighting design
Integrated acoustic modeling & wall assembly detailing
Direct on-site architectural administration in Dhaka
05 / METHODOLOGY & TIMELINE
Transparent Four-Stage Realization.
Our architectural process is calibrated to eliminate ambiguity. We guide every client through four rigorous milestones from laser audit to turnkey move-in.
Phase 01
Spatial Audit & Concept Formulation
Weeks 1 – 3Uncovering the structural essence of the building and distilling the client's sensory living rituals.
Phase Deliverables:
- On-site precision laser measurement
- Volumetric massing & daylight path study
- Tactile moodboards & raw material palettes
- Initial architectural layout proposals (Plan A / B)
Phase 02
3D Architectural Visualization & Detailing
Weeks 4 – 8Iterating light, scale, and materiality in photorealistic clarity before physical construction begins.
Phase Deliverables:
- Photorealistic 4K architectural ray-traced renders
- 1:20 scale millwork sections and joinery sheets
- Full MEP, electrical & acoustic insulation schedules
- Contractor tendering package & transparent cost ledger
Phase 03
Material & Bespoke Object Sourcing
Weeks 9 – 13Hand-inspecting raw materials at quarry origins and commissioning our master woodcraft guild.
Phase Deliverables:
- Physical material sample box presented to client
- Stone slab reserve photos & dry-lay diagrams
- Custom millwork shop drawings & finish sign-offs
- Furniture and lighting procurement ledger
Phase 04
Site Execution, Delivery & Spatial Styling
Weeks 14 – CompletionOverseeing physical craftsmanship with zero tolerance for compromised standards.
Phase Deliverables:
- Weekly on-site photographic progress reports
- Defect-free architectural handover protocol
- Complete spatial styling with art & accessories
- Personalized spatial care & maintenance guide
Full Architectural Fee Transparency
All architectural fees are structured around milestones with zero hidden markups on direct-to-quarry procurement.
CRITICAL MONOGRAPHS & PRESS RECOGNITION2020 – 2026 ARCHIVES
The Daily Star Architectural Showcase
“Pioneering Quiet Luxury & Spatial Minimalism in Dhaka.”
Architecture & Interior Bangladesh
“Excellence in Bespoke Millwork and Tactile Material Craftsmanship.”
Dhaka Tribune Living
“Harmonizing natural ventilation with contemporary monolithic stone.”
Bengal Design Review
“Redefining urban acoustic tranquility in residential interiors.”
South Asian Design Monograph
“Where architecture dissolves into contemplative domestic silence.”
CLIENT VOICES & PATRONS
01/ 03
“Decorative Architecture transformed our 4,600 sq ft Gulshan penthouse into a cathedral of serene light. Living here has fundamentally altered our family's psychological rhythm. Every threshold and joinery detail feels intentional.”
Engr. Farhan & Sarah Rahman·Private Homeowners·Duplex Penthouse (Gulshan-2, Dhaka)·Completed 2024
06 / INITIATE A DIALOGUE & PROJECT ESTIMATOR
Commission Decorative Architecture.
Visit our flagship design studio in Mirpur-10, Dhaka or configure your project brief below for direct partner oversight.
Mirpur-10 Flagship Atelier
Located on the 2nd floor of Harun Super Market (directly on the back side of Shah Ali Plaza), our studio houses our tactile material library, 1:1 joinery mockups, and client design suites.
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Harun Super Market, Road No: 03, Plot: 03, Shop No# 109/110, 2nd Floor (Back Side Of Shah Ali Plaza), Mirpur-10, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh
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