Profile
Monsoon Collective is an architecture practice shaped by the spirit of the monsoon. Rooted in the land we come from, our design approach celebrates water not as a challenge but as a life-giving force—something to be welcomed, not resisted. Rain shapes our architecture, influencing form, material, and atmosphere. Our spaces breathe with the rhythm of the weather, inviting the monsoon through courtyards, porous boundaries, and shaded overhangs that blur the lines between inside and out.
Each project begins with the land. We design with sensitivity to site, drawing from its ecological and cultural memory. Local materials—brick, terracotta, wood—form the tactile language of our buildings, allowing them to age gracefully and belong naturally to their setting. Greens flow through our work, dissolving edges and fostering a quiet dialogue between built and unbuilt.
Sustainability, for us, is not an add-on—it is intrinsic. We emphasize passive design, efficient resource use, and enduring craftsmanship. Technology finds its place in service of comfort and performance, never at the cost of character. At Monsoon Collective, we design buildings that remember rain, respond to context, and resonate deeply with the earth beneath them.
The practice, founded and led by Ar. Manoj Madhu, a B. Arch graduate from IIT Roorkee, brings a wealth of experience from his time at ITC Limited, as well as with international architectural firms Gensler & EHDD, and the renowned Indian firm HundredHands. Ar. Manoj has contributed to architectural magazines, served as a visiting faculty member and jury at various institutions, and actively participated in the architectural community through the Indian Institute of Architects. Known for his attention to detail, Manoj is passionate about integrating digitalization and sustainability into architectural design.
Our Services
Residences
Architecture and design for private homes — from concept to completion. We work closely with clients to craft spaces that reflect their lives and aspirations, ensuring thoughtful detailing, functional planning, and aesthetic harmony. Our services extend to end-to-end project management, ensuring quality, timelines, and seamless execution.
Residence Interiors
Comprehensive interior design solutions for homes, with a focus on materiality, craftsmanship, and comfort. We provide design and project management services, coordinating with vendors, consultants, and site teams to bring every detail to life.
Workplace Design
Designing workplaces that balance productivity and well-being. Our services include spatial planning, design development, and coordination of MEP and allied services, ensuring that workspaces are efficient, inspiring, and tailored to organizational culture.
Architecture & Planning
Design and master planning for larger projects—institutional, commercial, and mixed-use developments. We bring a contextual, sustainable approach to scale, integrating landscape, infrastructure, and architecture into cohesive, human-centered environments.
Design Consultancy
Advisory and design inputs for projects at any stage—concept, detailing, or execution. We collaborate with architects, developers, and organizations seeking creative direction, design refinement, or technical guidance.\
Project Management
End-to-end project management services for architecture and interiors, ensuring quality control, budgeting, scheduling, and on-site coordination. We bridge design and delivery with equal care.
Recognitions
IIA Kerala Chapter 2016 - Gold Leaf Award
IIID Design Excellence Awards 2017 - National Runner Up
IIID Design Excellence Awards 2017 - South India Runner Up
Indian Architect & Builder 2018 - Young Designer
IIA National Young Architects Festival Awards 2021 - Shortlisted
IIID Kerala Regional Chapter Awards 2023 Young Practice of the Year - Commendation
FOAID Architecture Ideas Awards 2023 Residential Villa Bungalow - Shortlisted
Publications / Features
Archdaily Brasil - On The Brooks
Archdaily - Finding the Indian in Contemporary Residential Architecture