12/07/2026
🏡 Nagarkot Rammed Earth Residence — view towards entry.
Key sustainability and passive design features of the project:
🧱 Structure: Exposed CSEB and rammed earth load-bearing walls.
🌱 Finishes: Mud paint made directly from site soil.
☀️ Insulation: Insulated roof and double-glazed windows.
💧 Water Management: Rainwater harvesting and an on-site Sewage Treatment Plant (STP).
🔥 Smart Engineering: Pre-heated water fed to a heat pump, and a system recirculating heated air from the living room fireplace to the master bedroom above.