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Featured Sustainable Architecture and Ethno-Modern Design Projects

byArchiopteryxTakes projects across Delhi NCR and HyderabadStarts from₹350 per Sq. Ft. (Carpet Area)View full gallery

My design philosophy in practice—sculptural homes built for humans, birds, and nature to coexist. These selected projects showcase my approach to truly sustainable, ethno-modern living.

This view captures the essence of the People Tree House, with its multi-level design creating a dialogue between spaces. A wooden walkway crosses over an indoor water body, connecting to a stone feature wall, demonstrating how I blend natural textures and biophilic design to create a home that feels alive.

The exterior of the People Tree House, named 'Ashvattha', is designed in deference to the magnificent sacred fig tree that anchors the site. The architecture embraces the tree, making it the focal point and creating a sustainable residence where nature is not just outside, but a fundamental part of the home itself.

In this open-plan living space, I've used exposed load-bearing brick vaults to create a ceiling that is both structural and beautiful. This ethno-modern approach combines the raw texture of brick with the clean lines of a contemporary kitchen, creating a warm, inviting area for family life that is connected to the outdoors.

Sustainability and function merge in this rooftop design. The splash pool is flanked by a staircase and a cylindrical core finished in hand-crafted stone-grit plaster, which also supports the solar panels. Rainwater is harvested from the curved roof and channeled into a storage system, showcasing a design where every element serves multiple purposes.

I believe light is a building material. This sculptural skylight in the People Tree House is designed with a unique geometry and volume that goes beyond a simple window. It is oriented to capture and sculpt the sunlight, creating a dynamic and ever-changing atmosphere within the home.

An internal bridge passes over a shaded water body, designed as a pond for local birds and plants. The ceiling features inverted earthen pots to encourage nesting, while a bold red pipe, which doubles as a handrail, carries harvested rainwater. This is a clear example of my goal to create harmonious living spaces for all inhabitants.

The Brick Vault House in Hyderabad showcases my approach to adaptive reuse. The facade features exposed brick and distinctive arched windows, creating a modern yet timeless look. This project involved adding two new floors to an existing structure while adhering to Vastu principles.

It was an honor to have the People Tree House featured on Dezeen, a leading global architecture and design magazine. This recognition highlights my focus on creating architecture that integrates nature, conserves resources, and enhances the quality of life for its inhabitants.

About Featured

In every project here, like the People Tree House, I start by mapping the site’s existing biodiversity—trees, bird paths, and airflow. Instead of leveling the plot, I work around what is already there. That is why you will see structures built around sacred fig trees or featuring rainwater systems where a pipe is not just plumbing, but a functional design element. It is about building a habitat, not just a house.

Featured in Dezeen and FuturArc publications. — Approved by the tribe
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Archiopteryx

Takes projects across Delhi NCR and HyderabadStarts from ₹350 per Sq. Ft. (Carpet Area)

I am an architect who believes buildings should be as wild and thoughtful as the nature they sit in. I do not do cookie-cutter; I do raw, sustainable spaces designed for humans, birds, and insects alike.

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