About Sustainable Architecture Design

Why I Design the Way I Do

I started SAFE Design Studio because I couldn’t ignore how much our buildings impact the earth. For me, sustainable architecture isn’t just about ticking boxes or getting green ratings. I design homes and spaces that actually help the environment and the people inside them.

What Inspires My Work

Most of my ideas come from the building traditions of Northeast India. I spend a lot of time researching indigenous construction techniques, like the Assam type house that’s built to handle earthquakes. These local methods are vanishing, so I bring them back—sometimes with a twist—to fit today’s needs.

My Go-To Materials

• Timber is my favourite—seriously, it locks away carbon and feels warm. I’ve even developed a hybrid timber construction system that skips the glue and uses upcycled wood from old buildings and tree bark waste.
• Bamboo and stone aren’t just backup options. I use bamboo for cool, complex roofs and stone from the site itself, minimizing transport and waste.
• Lime and mud plasters help tie the building to its place, and I love working with local artisans who know these materials inside out.

My Signature: Nature Inside

Every project is a chance to use biophilic design principles. I go for inward-facing layouts, big courtyards (the aangan), lots of sliding doors, green terraces and indoor plants. It’s about making a space that’s peaceful, filled with sunlight and fresh air—basically, a green sanctuary.

What You Get

A home or space that feels good to live in, works for you, and genuinely does less harm to the planet. No frills, just honest, eco-conscious home design.