Chennai / Established 1998

Architecture rooted
in people and place.

Murali Patharala & Associates brings aesthetics and functionality together for residential, commercial and institutional spaces. ARCH foundations complements the design practice with construction and property development.

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Anna Nagar East / Chennai

Entrance to the MPA and ARCH foundations studio in Anna Nagar East

Murali Patharala & Associates office sign

The Chennai studio

A place to begin.
A practice to carry it through.

Murali Patharala & Associates brings architecture, interiors and construction together at its Anna Nagar East studio, from the first brief to decisions on site.

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W115A, AL Complex, 3rd Avenue, W Block, Anna Nagar East, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600040

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1992–97

Architectural education

Bachelor of Architecture at the School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University, Chennai.

1998

Murali Patharala & Associates

The architectural and interior design consultancy was established in Chennai.

1999

Professional registration

Ar. Murali Patharala registered with the Council of Architecture, India · CA/99/24904.

2005

ARCH foundations

Construction and property development expertise joined the architectural practice.

01 / The architect

Architecture & interiors

Founder / Architecture & interiors

Ar. Murali Patharala

B.Arch., AIIA

Founder of Murali Patharala & Associates and ARCH foundations, Ar. Murali Patharala brings architectural design and project execution into a connected practice. His work places the user’s experience alongside form, function and the cultural character of a place.

Education: Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
School of Architecture and Planning (SAP), Anna University, Chennai
1992–1997
Professional registration: Council of Architecture, India
CA/99/24904

02 / The builder

Established 2005

Established 2005 / Construction & promoters

ARCH
foundations

ARCH foundations handles construction and property development for homes, workplaces and institutions, coordinating engineering, site supervision and turnkey delivery.

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Engineered concrete structure under construction

Build with purpose. Deliver with pride. Endure with excellence.

Our philosophy

Respect tradition.
Respond to today.

Our approach respects tradition, embraces modernity and prioritises the user’s experience. Each project is a dialogue between form, function and feeling.

From serene homes to dynamic workplaces and public spaces, we seek designs that honour cultural roots while supporting contemporary aspirations. Innovation, user-centred planning and lasting elegance guide the work.

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