BBLOX Design

Our first BUILT project is HERE!

Deccan Gymkhana is one of Pune’s most respected clubs with more than a century of history in sport.

The joint competition entry by Studio Mariici and BBLOX Design went beyond upgrading equipment and finishes. The challenge was to create a modern, functional space while respecting the character and heritage of the institution.

Here’s what changed:

Floors & Flow: Beige vinyl flooring gave way to a blue-grey runway that guides members through distinct zones.

Lighting & Ambience: Orange beams and flat lights became futuristic LED profiles and an open ceiling adding dynamism and lifting energy instantly.

Cardio Zone: Once just a row of treadmills, now a dedicated cardio + spin hub, powered by motivational walls.

Weights Zone: From cluttered racks to sleek benches and open space — complete with the mantra “Lift Heavy, Live Light.”

Community Experience: Even the reception is redesigned as a vantage to observe the flow into the workout floor, creating an inspiring first impression.

Scope: Interior Design
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Size: Approx 8,500 Sq.Ft.
Status: Completed

Post 7/8: Many Faces of Beli Ghar

Beli Ghar is our first experience in community architecture. It serves as our classroom and a general meeting space for parents and teachers of Selenghat Valley School. Additionally, it is a versatile space where vital grassroots systems and processes are taking form towards realizing inclusive peace and prosperity for the rural community. For example:

Beli Ghar has been vital as a formative and meeting space for community representative governing and leadership bodies like the Board of Trustees and the School Management Committee.

It’s where we arrange meetings of visitors with our community. The visitors include diverse groups ranging from the state’s education department to scientists of the local Krishi Vigyan Kendra for training sessions with farmers.

In addition to students of Selenghat Valley School, other students from nearby schools attend tutoring and mentoring sessions here.

Last but not the least, Beli Ghar vitally serves as our symbolic identity that encapsulates the little steps of an empowering movement of people -- this last point cannot be overstated.

We invite you to join us in this movement for grassroots social impact any way you can!

1. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to Karunar Kheti Trust on this link (Indian nationals only): https://bit.ly/3a8nNII

2.Consider donating your skill, time or expertise by reaching out to Arjun Trivedi , Uday Ranjan Goswami or Jayesh Ganesh. You can make a real impact!

3.Consider sharing this post and its contents on your personal and social networks and help us magnify the impact!

Selenghat Valley School’s unique architecture and social impact strategy has been recognized internationally by Architecture-in-Development Global Challenge! We are one of the 25 shortlisted entries in this challenge. Read more about the project and the key contributors by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/3Agdsop

Post 6/8: Art and Architecture of Beli Ghar

The Beli Ghar has a square planform measuring 20 ft to each side.The base is a hybrid bamboo-RCC construction while the superstructure is almost entirely made of bamboo. Guided by the local community, the design of this hut is inspired by tradition with hints of innovation!

The facade consists of modular bamboo frames. Each frame can be opened independently. This gives the users an opportunity to control the amount of heat, light and ventilation in the space.

Based on initial user feedback, we discovered that the tin roof often heated up rapidly. Therefore, a second layer of insulating bamboo false ceiling was eventually added. Part of the funds from this campaign will go towards the layering of the tin roof with thatch.

The intricate infills of the facade frames as well as other ornamentation were locally made by the artisans and the design was largely a work of their imagination. The community feels that the artistry adds an empowering dimension to this simple yet beautiful space. The kids even coined the moniker ‘Beli Ghar’ and made an emblem to go on top of the door!

We invite you to join us in this movement for grassroots social impact any way you can!

1. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to Karunar Kheti Trust on this link (Indian nationals only): https://bit.ly/3a8nNII
2.Consider donating your skill, time or expertise by reaching out to Arjun Trivedi , Uday Ranjan Goswami or Jayesh Ganesh. You can make a real impact!
3.Consider sharing this post and its contents on your personal and social networks and help us magnify the impact!

Selenghat Valley School’s unique architecture and social impact strategy has been recognized internationally by Architecture-in-Development 's Global Challenge! We are one of the 25 shortlisted entries in this challenge. Read more about the project and the key contributors by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/3Agdsop