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GRIHA Platinum Rated Sustainable Home Design

bySathya ConsultantsProjects across Bengaluru & Hyderabad; Visit Studio in BanashankariStarts from₹180 per sq ftView full gallery

See how we achieved India's highest green building standard in this Jubilee Hills residence, proving that sustainability and comfort naturally belong together.

The inviting entrance of the award-winning GRIHA Platinum rated home, featuring a mix of stone and brick, with a traditional tiled porch roof.

The main facade showcases a two-part design, with one section in exposed brick and the other in rugged stone, demonstrating a harmony of different natural textures.

A spacious lawn extends from the house, emphasizing the seamless connection between indoor living spaces and the natural environment.

A long, covered verandah with a curved terracotta tile roof provides a perfect transitional space, offering shelter while remaining open to the garden.

The interior living space features exposed stone and hollow clay block walls, with a patterned clay tile filler roof, showcasing a variety of sustainable materials.

An external spiral staircase offers a space-efficient and visually interesting way to connect different levels of the home, set against the backdrop of the garden.

A close-up of an entrance, where the warmth of the wooden door and tiled awning contrasts beautifully with the cool texture of the stone wall.

A duplicate image of the spiral staircase, reinforcing this unique design element.

A view of the residence from the street, showing how the building, with its earthy tones and green boundary, settles into its urban context.

A landscaped walkway along the side of the house, demonstrating how even narrow spaces can be turned into green corridors that enhance the living experience.

About Project Spotlight: A GRIHA Platinum Rated Home

Achieving a GRIHA Platinum rating isn't about expensive technology; it is about passive design. In this Hyderabad project, we utilized hollow clay blocks and strategic building orientation to naturally regulate temperatures, effectively reducing the need for artificial cooling while ensuring the living spaces remain in constant contact with the garden.

Awarded GRIHA Platinum green building certification. — Approved by the tribe
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Sathya Consultants

Projects across Bengaluru & Hyderabad; Visit Studio in BanashankariStarts from ₹180 per sq ft

For over 30 years, I have been designing homes that respect the climate rather than fighting it. I focus on bringing back the verandahs and courtyards that allow us to live in harmony with nature, using materials that feel grounded and real.

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