--- title: "Sustainable Homes & Residences: Eco-Friendly Architecture Design" description: "Build a home that breathes. We design sustainable residences using earth, stone, and reclaimed materials, focusing on circularity and passive comfort." canonical: https://mytribe.in/biomearchitecture/ecological-sustainable-interiors/sustainable-homes-residences last_updated: 2025-09-04 --- # Sustainable Homes & Residences: Building with Earth and Heart Tribe Verified · Ecological homes built since 1995 By [Biome Environmental Solutions](https://mytribe.in/biomearchitecture) · Studio in Vidyaranyapura; projects across Bengaluru & India · ₹2,200 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Ecological & Sustainable Interiors](https://mytribe.in/biomearchitecture/ecological-sustainable-interiors). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/biomearchitecture/ecological-sustainable-interiors/gallery) Homes should hold more than just a roof. We design living spaces that breathe, utilizing mud, stone, and reclaimed materials to create a sanctuary that is gentle on both you and the earth. ## Photos and videos - ![The renovated and extended residence for Sunith and Shruti in Hyderabad. The new facade features a striated pattern of alternating brick courses, a design choice that was both an aesthetic decision and a practical solution to material shortages during the pandemic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93a268ec-0dd2-4322-932a-efa1b58602ca) - ![A before and after view of the Hyderabad residence. We chose to renovate and extend the existing structure rather than demolish it, significantly reducing waste and preserving the building's embodied energy while completely transforming its appearance and functionality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85b02331-e100-4b12-8d4a-2494ac4d860b) - ![The new staircase in the Hyderabad home is a central feature connecting the floors. By replacing an older, bulkier staircase, we opened up the interior volume, creating a sense of spaciousness and improving the flow between living areas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86bb8040-5e2e-488f-85bd-143dbd697749) - ![A bedroom in the renovated Hyderabad residence. The exposed brick wall adds warmth and texture, while the simple window frames a view of the surrounding greenery, creating a calm and restful atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cba25da5-8ae0-4023-99f7-04ac9ea5e623) - ![To connect to a laundry room in a very compact space, we designed this unique alternating tread staircase. This detail shows our approach to finding creative, space-saving solutions without compromising on design or functionality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24e52841-7259-4c83-a668-99ee5f129eca) - ![The living room in Radhika and Manoj's residence features a prominent wall made of rammed earth from the site. Paired with simple furniture and natural light, it creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that is both rustic and modern.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/406800b9-b962-4e73-8af9-ec3fa146589a) - ![This serene seating area features exposed brick walls, a vaulted brick ceiling, and a vibrant yellow oxide floor with a flowing green inlay. The space opens to a small balcony, connecting the interior with the outdoors and ensuring cross-ventilation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54f7646d-9006-42a4-ac77-35789d1c4949) - ![We designed this narrow, open-to-sky passage to bring a strip of nature right into the home. This biophilic design element acts as a green lung for the house, improving air quality and providing a constant visual connection to the outdoors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0ce35e7a-50e7-4731-9dd7-21711874ff7c) - ![The staircase and entryway of the Radhika and Manoj residence. The wall on the left is made from 'mud concrete', a technique where we used debris from the demolished old house as aggregate, turning waste into a core structural element.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f090e2e-9038-4178-99e1-04c6f20adeb8) - ![The staircase and entryway of the Radhika and Manoj residence. The wall on the left is made from 'mud concrete', a technique where we used debris from the demolished old house as aggregate, turning waste into a core structural element.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9011463c-3322-4f10-8272-3fa0f602b816) - ![The exterior of the Sans Souci residence, our experimental home built in 1995. The house is enveloped in lush greenery, much of which is part of its own ecosystem, including a rooftop garden for growing food and reed beds for treating wastewater.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6ca152bf-d102-443b-b955-a45de5be7c00) - ![The exterior of the Sans Souci residence, our experimental home built in 1995. The house is enveloped in lush greenery, much of which is part of its own ecosystem, including a rooftop garden for growing food and reed beds for treating wastewater.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c328537a-21ed-4ff1-b6de-eb0cdc04c44f) - ![The living area of the Sans Souci residence showcases our early explorations with earth architecture. The space is defined by exposed stabilized earth blocks, brick arches, and a multi-level layout that creates distinct zones while maintaining an open feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08364a79-0ebc-479c-ae65-32d6abda1ff3) - ![The living area of the Sans Souci residence showcases our early explorations with earth architecture. The space is defined by exposed stabilized earth blocks, brick arches, and a multi-level layout that creates distinct zones while maintaining an open feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40077955-c5ba-4d56-87fe-7281e802c7c7) - ![Another view of the living room, filled with books and art. The design uses skylights and a yellow-painted truss to bring in light and add a playful touch, while the terracotta floor tiles help keep the space naturally cool.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5901e39-08ba-49c2-90e6-5ef2e078b319) - ![Another view of the living room, filled with books and art. The design uses skylights and a yellow-painted truss to bring in light and add a playful touch, while the terracotta floor tiles help keep the space naturally cool.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25aa1995-e76f-4264-826c-baf97f3d9e26) - ![This bedroom in the Sans Souci residence uses a mezzanine level to create an additional sleeping or study space. This vertical design maximizes the use of a small footprint and enhances natural ventilation by allowing warm air to rise and escape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74648349-79c2-4429-93b6-378cb24c8a31) - ![This bedroom in the Sans Souci residence uses a mezzanine level to create an additional sleeping or study space. This vertical design maximizes the use of a small footprint and enhances natural ventilation by allowing warm air to rise and escape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58eef136-b67a-4802-a0f6-8875a7870945) - ![A view of the mezzanine bedroom, showing the simple ladder access and the compact, efficient use of space. The walls are made of compressed earth blocks sourced directly from the site's basement excavation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce454bce-e36e-4cda-a0fe-e9e7f70bfe3d) - ![A view of the mezzanine bedroom, showing the simple ladder access and the compact, efficient use of space. The walls are made of compressed earth blocks sourced directly from the site's basement excavation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3e223e9-2ff5-46a5-80d7-7ee93f651be0) - ![This image shows the clever integration of storage and structure within the bedroom. The wooden cabinetry is built in, and the mezzanine structure is left exposed, reflecting an honest and functional design approach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af46e74e-9dd6-4383-8468-7ec36918b39b) - ![This image shows the clever integration of storage and structure within the bedroom. The wooden cabinetry is built in, and the mezzanine structure is left exposed, reflecting an honest and functional design approach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8e450d6-38ab-41bf-b7b0-7a628fcaaa96) - ![The veranda of the Sans Souci residence, where the line between inside and outside is blurred. The exposed brick and surrounding plants create a perfect example of biophilic design, making nature an integral part of daily life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/27911a9d-9920-4b6e-99d9-c58a456169dc) - ![The veranda of the Sans Souci residence, where the line between inside and outside is blurred. The exposed brick and surrounding plants create a perfect example of biophilic design, making nature an integral part of daily life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5351300-4152-438f-8b9b-f388a6e4d4ae) - ![The rooftop garden at Sans Souci. Here, we grow rice, millets, and vegetables, irrigated with treated greywater from the house. This productive green roof also provides excellent insulation, keeping the home cool without air conditioning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a86a4ec3-aba9-47ec-b6b5-ca595863ecd9) - ![The rooftop garden at Sans Souci. Here, we grow rice, millets, and vegetables, irrigated with treated greywater from the house. This productive green roof also provides excellent insulation, keeping the home cool without air conditioning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25aab8a4-8687-4f64-8a90-40a6fbfcc5b8) - ![This architectural section drawing illustrates the multi-level design and passive strategies of the Sans Souci residence. It shows how the basement provides earth for blocks, and how different levels are used to create comfortable living zones for different seasons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2fd83af9-fa25-4fca-a4cc-8a25776a512a) - ![This architectural section drawing illustrates the multi-level design and passive strategies of the Sans Souci residence. It shows how the basement provides earth for blocks, and how different levels are used to create comfortable living zones for different seasons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d7b00765-92b8-4820-aa88-279bf8c30d21) - ![The sunlit corridor of Mr. Petachi's house, featuring exposed brick walls and a skylight. The row of indoor plants adds life and freshness, demonstrating how even transitional spaces can be designed to connect with nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d95a7f82-6f0b-4006-92e2-7a4c5aafd8cf) - ![A comparison of the kitchen and corridor from 2011 to 2025. It shows how a well-designed space can gracefully accommodate changes over time, with the core architectural elements remaining timeless while appliances and usage evolve.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7e0938f-e6e8-46c9-bb65-e8a873e13172) - ![A bedroom in Mr. Petachi's house, with walls of exposed local stone and a ceiling of filler slabs using terracotta tiles. These natural, heavy materials provide excellent thermal mass, keeping the room cool and comfortable year-round.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acd56006-282f-49e8-b83c-6c78380a52f2) - ![The staircase in the Verma's house is designed with small, illuminated niches built into the compressed earth block wall. This feature turns a simple stairway into a personal gallery for displaying small treasures and adds a warm, ambient glow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8821ebd-a228-41a5-8f0a-32bc112aa6cd) - ![The exterior of the "Prof's Residence," a project where we experimented with vaults and domes. The crocodile sculpture on the roof, created by artist Sanjay Singh, adds a whimsical touch to the earthy structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aa15bb68-562f-48a3-97ce-34b8374d0207) - ![This meditation room under a brick dome features a beautiful mural on the ceiling. The circular space and warm tones of the exposed brick create a serene and contemplative atmosphere, perfect for yoga or quiet reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7ee9220-7fcd-4398-849d-c2f707cc2a82) - ![This meditation room under a brick dome features a beautiful mural on the ceiling. The circular space and warm tones of the exposed brick create a serene and contemplative atmosphere, perfect for yoga or quiet reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47ae2e6c-e1b6-42a0-86f1-c47dac3e0063) - ![A guest bedroom in the Prof's Residence with a vaulted brick ceiling. The simple, clean design and natural materials create a restful environment, while the arched roof adds a sense of volume and character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8d7989b-4a7b-43b0-9ef6-72125456e444) - ![A guest bedroom in the Prof's Residence with a vaulted brick ceiling. The simple, clean design and natural materials create a restful environment, while the arched roof adds a sense of volume and character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6dbf02b8-4ccd-4bcf-a242-a076ab255108) - ![The dining and living area of the Prof's Residence. The open-plan layout connects different spaces, while the use of exposed earth blocks and simple furniture maintains a consistent, natural aesthetic throughout the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7cb13da-8c30-459b-9e97-e232a32cdd7a) - ![The dining and living area of the Prof's Residence. The open-plan layout connects different spaces, while the use of exposed earth blocks and simple furniture maintains a consistent, natural aesthetic throughout the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1044d02-7115-4f24-b039-a09b8ad0ae78) - ![The library space in the Prof's Residence. The bookshelves are made from reclaimed wood and Cuddapah stone, and the flooring is a dark, natural stone, creating a cool and studious environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e88b30a-df8d-4e2d-9e07-31b02baa3b3e) - ![The library space in the Prof's Residence. The bookshelves are made from reclaimed wood and Cuddapah stone, and the flooring is a dark, natural stone, creating a cool and studious environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c6d210b-827b-497c-9ecc-b159e7419b59) - [Video: A walkthrough of a rammed earth house during construction. This video shows the beautiful, layered texture of the walls, which are built by compacting a mixture of soil, sand, and a stabilizer directly on site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3712bba5-cd29-4f16-87b1-84dc99b9db53) - ![A clever detail from a residence in Coonoor. The central steel pipe that supports the spiral staircase also functions as a downpipe, channeling rainwater from the roof into a collection tank below.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e18e64fe-9ef2-4e6c-ba54-e670b8415d14) ## About Sustainable Homes & Residences Think before you demolish. In many of our residential projects, we start by evaluating the existing structure to see what can be repurposed rather than carted off to a landfill. From transforming demolition debris into structural mud concrete to giving old windows a new life in a different room, we focus on retaining the embodied energy of your space while reshaping it to fit your modern life. Our residential design philosophy isn't about fitting a project into a specific aesthetic; it’s about responding to the land. When we approach a home, we look for ways to reduce your footprint before we even break ground. ### Circularity in Action We don't view demolition waste as trash. Instead, we see it as a primary material. By using techniques like mud concrete, we integrate construction debris back into the walls of your new home. This isn't just eco-conscious; it creates interiors with unique texture and thermal mass. ### Passive Comfort True comfort shouldn't require constant air conditioning. Through thick earth walls, brick-vaulted ceilings, and careful fenestration design, we create passive cooling systems that keep your home naturally comfortable throughout the year. Your interior spaces are designed to facilitate cross-ventilation, reducing the need for artificial cooling. ### Biophilic Connection A home should blur the lines between inside and out. We integrate green lungs, open-to-sky passages, and living facades to ensure you remain connected to nature. Whether it’s an oxide floor that feels cool underfoot or a skylight that pulls daylight deep into your living area, these details are what make a house feel like a living sanctuary. Every project involves a dialogue with the site’s unique conditions. Whether you are planning a new build or looking to retrofit an older structure, our process prioritizes local materials—CSEBs, terracotta, and stone—to ensure your residence is rooted in its context. ## About Biome Environmental Solutions We are a collective dedicated to mainstreaming ecological architecture. We design with the land, not against it, ensuring every home we build tells a story of local materials, community craftsmanship, and resourcefulness. 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