mud homes

This architect from Chennai is showing that homes don’t need cement to be strong and safe. By using earth-based materials and age-old building methods, she’s helped families live in spaces that are healthier and more sustainable. Her work offers a practical path to greener living.

Collaborating with award-winning artist Lakhichand Jain and Geeli Mitti, Kiran Amati built a unique sustainable home near Mumbai using natural materials like wood, mud, cow dung, and straw.

Built by architect Vinu Daniel, ‘Chuzi’ is a sustainable home made with mud, old plastic bottles, and many other eco-friendly elements.

The Chittorgarh Bungalow in Rajasthan is a sustainable farmhouse that pays homage to the city’s rich history and culture using local materials and techniques, designed by architect Shreya Srivastava of Studio Shunya.

Bengaluru architect Sharanya Iyer runs Studio Verge, wherein she builds eco-friendly ‘earth buildings’ that ensure comfort and convenience. The venture has built over 50 projects across South India.

Manav Khanduja and Shyamendra Singhare, the co-founders of Pugdundee Safaris based in Haryana, share how they built a sustainable safari travel venture in the heart of India.

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