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architecture institutional Belagavi

KLE Centenary Museum

Designed by Thirdspace Architecture Studio | Principal Designer: Praveen Bavadekar & Namrata Betigiri

Project Narrative

In 1916, seven young men returned to Belagavi with a dream—to transform education in their hometown. With the support of three local landlords, they establis...

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About the Architect

Architect

Praveen Bavadekar & Namrata Betigiri

Principal Designers

Praveen Bavadekar blends research, context, and experimentation to shape architecture that inhabits the in between—urban and rural, old and new, landscape and structure. Educated at Bangalore University and the Architectural Association in London, he returned to Belagavi in 2003 to found Thirdspace, exploring architecture through professional projects, teaching, writing, and urban advisory. Namrata Betigiri, partner at Thirdspace Architecture Studio alongside Praveen, brings rich global exposure from her education and work in Mumbai and the United States. Her diverse background in multinational practices informs her design approach—anchored in context, community, and innovative strategy.

About the Firm

Thirdspace Architecture Studio

Founded in 2002, Thirdspace Architecture Studio operates from Belagavi and Pune, celebrating the diversity and dynamism of contemporary India. This multidisciplinary firm span architecture, interio...