About

Why I Do This Work

Architecture, for me, means creating spaces that feel good now and in the future. I’m not interested in just putting up walls - I want buildings that bring khushali (well-being) and work with nature, not against it.

How I Think About Green Building

• Holistic sustainability is my starting point. It’s about balancing social needs, resource use, and cost, not just chasing energy ratings.
• Climate-responsive architecture matters. I study the local climate and use design tricks for comfort, rather than relying on heavy tech.
• I keep pushing for thoughtful innovation - finding materials and techniques that actually cut down our impact.

What I Actually Do

• My consulting is built on years of practical research. I use passive building design strategies, like courtyards for airflow, evaporative cooling, and smart shading (think chajjas and jaalis) to keep buildings comfy without AC.
• For net-zero energy buildings, I focus on insulation and rooftop solar, aiming for homes that barely need outside electricity.
• I’m big on sustainable construction materials. If we dig earth for a basement, why not use it for wall blocks? I reuse old doors, windows, anything with a story. Bubble Deck Slab technology is another favorite - it saves concrete and weight.

Research That Helps Communities

• My team and I have built guides for affordable green housing, created design handbooks for energy-efficient homes, and even made tools like econiwas.com for everyone to use.
• Whether it’s a disaster shelter in the Sundarbans or urban regeneration through green design for Delhi’s tight spaces, I try to solve real problems with practical solutions, using local materials and ideas people can actually build themselves.