Sustainable Residential Architecture
Available across India
We design homes that use local materials, adapt to the land, and include passive cooling and natural light, so your house fits both your story and the climate.
Pricing Guide
Turnkey Urban Sustainable Residence
Core Structure
- Site-responsive foundations tailored for tight or odd-shaped urban plots.
- Filler slabs using terracotta pots to reduce structural weight and heat.
- Jack Arch roofing (brick arches) for aesthetic ceiling appeal.
- High-quality exposed wire-cut brickwork or stabilized mud blocks.
Climate Control
- Terracotta Jali screens on facades to filter dust while allowing airflow.
- Custom-fabricated skylights with metal grids for natural daylighting.
- Passive cooling design ensuring interiors stay 3-5 degrees cooler than outdoors.
Interior Finishes
- Hand-crafted Red or Yellow Oxide flooring and natural stone surfaces.
- Masonry-integrated seating niches and floating stone staircases.
- Reclaimed or sustainably sourced timber for doors and accent columns.
Sustainability & Services
- Rainwater harvesting sumps and greywater recycling loops.
- Sourcing of low-embodied energy materials like local stone.
- Full project supervision to ensure precise execution of arches and floors.
Turnkey Eco-Retreat & Farmhouse
Site Engineering
- Split-level foundations following natural slopes to minimize excavation.
- Integration of existing boulders and trees into the structural design.
- Logistics management for material transport in remote locations.
Rustic Finishes
- Sloped roofs using Mangalore tiles or insulated puff-panels.
- Rough-cut local stone masonry combined with exposed brick.
- Large semi-open decks and verandas using treated natural wood.
Systems & Interiors
- Eco-friendly septic systems like reed beds for areas without sewage lines.
- Setup for solar power integration and natural water heating.
- Cement finish or rough stone flooring with open roof rafters.
Sustainable Design Consultancy
Design Development
- Topography analysis and lifestyle consultation.
- 2D layouts and 3D walkthroughs showing light and ventilation strategies.
- Specialized structural drawings for filler slabs and jack arches.
Technical Drawings
- Comprehensive GFC sets for civil, electrical, and plumbing work.
- Detailed joinery drawings for brick Jali patterns and stone masonry.
Site Support
- Guidance on selecting non-toxic paints and testing local soil for blocks.
- Periodic site visits at critical stages like roof casting and flooring.
- Consultation for Green Home or Net-Zero certification standards.
About Sustainable Residential Architecture
For me, home should feel alive. I try to design houses that aren't just about walls and roofs, but about sparking a sense of belonging—spaces that hit you with calm the second you walk in. I call this idea 'Arivu', which just means 'to sense'. It's how I approach every project.
Listening First
Every home starts with a chat. I want to know your story, your quirks, even those little details about where you grew up. Had a client say, "Namage eradu uddesha ittu... Malenadu irabeku," meaning, they wanted Hampi’s vibe but with a Malenadu heart. That sort of mix is what I love weaving into design.
Letting the Land Lead
I work with the site, not against it. If there's a big rock or an odd plot shape, I’ll wrap the house around it instead of bulldozing it away. You get a home that actually feels like it belongs there.
Honest Materials & Smart Techniques
- Terracotta, stone, and exposed brick are my go-tos for that earthy warmth. All locally sourced building materials—keeps the house healthy and fits the vibe.
- I use features like courtyards, skylights, and jali screens for natural light and passive cooling techniques. Makes the air flow easy and keeps energy use down.
- Filler slabs and jack arch roofing for better insulation and less waste.
For City Plots or Hill Retreats
Whether it's a tight city house or a farmhouse, my goal is the same: climate-responsive architecture that lets your home breathe with you and nature.
Meet your Expert
Kham Design
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My Story
I'm Chetan from Kham Design. Honestly, a house isn’t just bricks and paint. It’s the way sunlight hits that old rock, or the feeling you get when you walk in—like Gifty’s family said, 'ನಾವು ಒಟ್ಟು ಈ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಮಗೆ a piece of mind ಇದೆ.' (Here, we’ve got peace of mind). We don’t fight the land. We listen. Sometimes a rock stays, sometimes a memory shapes a wall. That’s how we work.
My Work
What we do - We design homes, farmhouses, and apartments—right from architecture to interiors, anywhere in India.
Eco-friendly & sustainable homes - We use natural light, local stone, and terracotta. Our eco-friendly house design means less bills, more comfort.
Designing with the land - Split-level farmhouse architecture, city homes—every site is different. We let the land lead, not force it.
Your story, your space - Want a Mangalorean heritage home vibe? Or something that feels just like Malenadu? We weave your story into the plan.
