Architectural Media Features & Design Exhibitions
A look at the publications and design platforms that have engaged with our research on sustainable building technologies and indigenous architecture.
My project, 'Aangan - The Courtyard House', was featured on the cover of The Architect's Diary. The feature highlighted how the design intertwines outdoor and indoor spaces to create a cohesive, nature-centric living environment.
Design Essentia Magazine featured my studio, SAFE (Sustainable Architecture For Earth), in their 'DE Discover' section. The article discusses my mission to promote construction systems that resonate with nature and revive indigenous building knowledge.
A spread from Design Essentia's 'Beautiful Homes' edition, showcasing the 'Aangan' project. The article delves into how the pandemic reinforced the importance of designing homes that are safe, functional, and deeply connected to nature.
In this interview feature, I explain my studio's design philosophy. I discuss our focus on re-purposing indigenous building systems for contemporary use and our commitment to design through research and experimentation.
An interview segment where I discuss the core concept behind the 'Aangan' house. I explain how the inward-looking design with natural green courtyards was a direct response to the busy, industrial context of the site, creating a peaceful oasis.
My 'Hyber' installation at the Conscious Collective 2023, an event by Godrej Design Lab. This exhibit was the culmination of months of research into sustainable mass timber construction, bringing academic concepts to a wider audience.
Presenting my research on hybrid timber technology at the Conscious Collective. It was a wonderful opportunity to share how traditional knowledge from Northeast India can inform the future of sustainable architecture.
About this collection
When I share my work in magazines or exhibitions like the Godrej Conscious Collective, it is not just to display a finished project. It is to open up the research process behind building responsibly, like how our Aangan courtyard house uses passive cooling or why we developed glue-free timber joinery for earthquake safety.
Architecture is not just about the final structure. It is the result of testing, failing, and refining ideas. The media features and exhibition highlights showcased here reflect this journey. Whether it is an article in The Architect's Diary detailing the biophilic design of our Aangan house, or a feature in Design Essentia discussing the importance of indigenous construction systems, these platforms allow me to share the 'why' behind my work.
My participation in the Godrej Conscious Collective, where I presented my 'Hyber' hybrid timber research, was a turning point for the studio. It moved my practice from purely residential design to broader public discourse on sustainable mass timber construction and circularity. These features prove that sustainable design is not just a trend but a viable, scalable alternative to conventional concrete construction.
If you are evaluating my studio for your own project, these publications offer a transparent look at my design philosophy and technical capabilities. You will see how we prioritize seismic-responsive detailing, passive solar planning, and the use of upcycled materials. I believe in design by research, and these records are a testament to the rigorous approach I bring to every home, community space, or interior project I undertake.
SAFE Design Studio
I am Krittika, and my practice at SAFE revolves around sustainable architecture that actually protects the planet. I spend as much time in the workshop researching glue-free timber joinery as I do drafting floor plans, because I believe the future of building lies in blending traditional wisdom with modern science.
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