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Dhamma Anurakkhi Meditation Center: Sustainable Master Planning

byAmalgrain StudioBased in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru & KodaguStarts from₹65 per sq. ft. of Site AreaView full gallery

Scaling a 22.5-acre campus requires more than just construction. It demands a dialogue between the terrain and the architecture. Here, we designed a meditation center where every building, path, and drainage line respects the existing ecology.

The vision for the Dhamma Anurakkhi center is rooted in sustainability. This title image introduces the project, which incorporates passive ventilation, locally sourced materials, and comprehensive waste and water reuse systems.

This graphic illustrates how the campus layout is designed for passive cooling. Buildings are oriented to channel prevailing winds, while the surrounding landscape and trees help lower the ambient temperature, reducing the need for air conditioning.

This render details the administrative and service zones of the campus. The master plan is organized by intensity of use, with clear zoning for the Admin Block, long-term volunteer accommodations, and the Phase I development area for short courses.

A closer look at the Phase I development, which is currently under construction. This area is designed as a self-contained unit for short courses, with accommodation for 68 meditators, a dedicated kitchen, and common facilities.

This view highlights key features of the Phase I campus, including the main Dhamma Hall, a smaller mini-hall for meditation, and the use of vegetation as a natural barrier for privacy. The entire campus is designed to be universally accessible with ramps.

Sustainability extends to waste and water management. This diagram shows the closed-loop system I designed, where solid waste is composted and wastewater is treated through sand and bio-filters before being reused for irrigation, saving money and resources.

An early photo of the site, showing the tranquil landscape before construction began. This initial context was essential for developing a design that respects and enhances the natural environment of the future meditation haven.

About Sustainable Master Planning: Dhamma Anurakkhi Meditation Center

If you are planning a large campus, the biggest mistake is imposing a rigid grid on a fluid landscape. At the Dhamma Anurakkhi center, we prioritized passive ventilation by studying the sun and wind paths across the entire site. Instead of relying on energy-intensive cooling, we oriented the structures to channel prevailing breezes, reducing the need for artificial climate control while maintaining comfort for meditators year-round.

Designed for 22.5 acres of sustainability. — Approved by the tribe
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Amalgrain Studio

Based in Hoodi; Projects across Bengaluru & KodaguStarts from ₹65 per sq. ft. of Site Area

We design with nature, not against it. Our journey at Amālgrain Studio began with wild dreams and a deep love for spaces, and now we spend our days balancing eco-ideals with the grit of construction. When we take on a project, we are not just placing blocks; we are figuring out how to make a large campus breathe, age, and serve its community for decades.

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