--- title: "The Art of Material & Craft | Sustainable Architecture Design" description: "Explore our material-focused design approach. We specialize in sustainable architecture, custom joinery, and honest textures for homes and offices across India." canonical: https://mytribe.in/collectiveproject/interior-design/the-art-of-material-craft last_updated: 2025-09-03 --- # The Art of Material & Craft Tribe Verified · Proven expertise in sustainable material innovation. By [CollectiveProject](https://mytribe.in/collectiveproject) · Design studio in Indiranagar; Projects across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad & India · ₹4,800 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/collectiveproject/interior-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/collectiveproject/interior-design/gallery) We believe materials define a space. From lime plaster to repurposed granite, we test every texture on-site to ensure it feels right. ## Photos and videos - ![A mockup for a jaali screen at our Nandi Hills house. We are building the load-bearing walls using waste off-cuts from nearby granite slab processing, turning discarded material into a beautiful, functional architectural feature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a81d5e70-4ffb-4cc9-955a-ff398c89a8f3) - ![A closer look at the stacked granite off-cuts used to create the jaali. This exploration of material allows us to innovate with sustainable building practices while achieving a unique, monolithic texture for the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85accacb-d3db-49b5-b6a5-cf8c60c58d7d) - ![Reviewing a full-scale mockup of the granite jaali on site. This process is crucial for us to understand the play of light and shadow and to perfect the construction details with our craftsmen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b26a7b7a-f92d-4338-aa98-490c9fc95ad8) - ![The beautiful and simple wall finish at our Alibaug house, created from a mix of white cement, lime, and river sand. We love the subtle texture and the way it catches the light and shadows throughout the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41bbe404-b449-46dd-bcdb-891fa30d5c09) - ![The verandah bar at our Alibaug house taking shape. Here you can see the meticulous process of cladding the curved bar front with individual pieces of marble, a testament to the skill of our collaborating craftsmen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c77d8f70-d40a-44ad-b4ba-0afe6a20d0ab) - ![A wider view of the verandah bar under construction. The play of light filtering through the bamboo screen highlights the texture of the unfinished walls and the new marble cladding, showing the space in its raw, honest form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f31bfa66-b067-495a-bd03-5b11870e8a41) - ![A craftsman carefully grouting the marble tiles on the verandah bar. It is this attention to detail and precision at every step that brings our designs to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6fb6e584-2c33-4192-977c-a0ef7798a885) - ![A detail from our Courtyard House in Hyderabad, showing the precise junction between a granite wall and the black stone flooring. Reviewing these material mock-ups on site is a critical part of our process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/01c1e825-1dae-4f37-82b2-47a5e3c4edaf) - ![The contrast of textures at the Courtyard House in Hyderabad. We paired rough, hand-finished black stone tiles with the smooth, speckled surface of a granite wall to create a rich, tactile experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/feba062a-58b1-4995-8750-599a65e36aee) - ![Reviewing mock-ups on site at our Courtyard House in Hyderabad. This image captures the raw concrete structure and the beginning of interior finishing, a stage where we work closely with our specialized team of contractors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/749e09c9-3b42-482f-897e-b8fb929a94fa) - [Video: A short video capturing the collaborative spirit on our Alibaug site. It shows the skilled team of workers crafting the bamboo screens, a process that is both traditional and integral to our tropical architectural designs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6261523f-46c4-4bcf-b2c2-7d25560339ca) - ![Site progress at the Alibaug home, showing the large sliding doors that open the main living pavilion to a central courtyard. Even during construction, you can feel the connection between the interior and the tree at its center.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/372df7cc-6cfe-4aaa-827f-7d8ad3fd000b) - ![A view across the unfinished pool towards the different volumes of the Alibaug house. The design breaks the home into a series of interconnected pavilions, creating a sense of a small village.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d6a4ef8-8cf6-478f-a9cf-e38cb3c462be) - ![The main pavilion of the Alibaug house, with its tiled roof and expansive opening. This space is designed to be completely open to the elements, embodying a slow and relaxed way of living.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a98f5d89-bc68-4811-9ce8-5641ef948802) - ![A glimpse of the corridor connecting different parts of the Alibaug house during construction. The design creates covered walkways that are open to the air, blurring the line between inside and outside.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8dc9173a-b0b0-4359-8fb5-f2aea43cd396) - ![The play of tree shadows on the lime and sand finished wall at our Alibaug project. We are always looking for ways to let nature interact with and become part of the architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8463ca2-d13e-478a-9e9d-ecec92bae618) - ![Another shot of the exterior wall finish at the Alibaug house, showing how the building settles into its natural, green surroundings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a4731e8-043f-4160-85af-ae86465ee238) - ![An overhead view of the staircase in the Debris Block House. This highlights the clean lines of the steel structure and the warmth of the wooden treads, showcasing our focus on honest material expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/083f744a-0189-4414-9ef9-c90c48446e6f) - ![An overhead view of the staircase in the Debris Block House. This highlights the clean lines of the steel structure and the warmth of the wooden treads, showcasing our focus on honest material expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ac460f22-f85b-4d6c-9376-d77f7507ea00) ## About The Art of Material & Craft Our process starts with full-scale mockups on-site, like the granite jaali we tested for our Nandi Hills project. Seeing how the sunlight hits a sample, or how a specific lime and sand mix ages, allows us to make design decisions that are physically grounded in the environment. We view interior design as an extension of architecture, not a final layer of decoration. Whether we are using waste granite off-cuts for a load-bearing wall or applying a traditional lime and river sand finish in an Alibaug home, our goal is to reveal the character of the materials. We prioritize hyper-local resources, working alongside specialized craftsmen to ensure the finish meets our standards. In our Hyderabad courtyard house project, for instance, we spent weeks reviewing material junctions to ensure the stone flooring and granite walls interacted perfectly. This collaborative method ensures that every element, from the custom joinery to the lighting, serves a purpose. We invite you to visit our studio in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, to see our material palette in person and discuss how we can bring this same level of detail to your home or office. ## About CollectiveProject At CollectiveProject, we are a team of architects obsessed with the tactile nature of building. We work closely with craftsmen to ensure every brick, stone, and plaster finish feels intentional. We believe the story of your space starts with the materials we choose together. 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