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The
client wanted a two bedroom farm residence unit,round
in shape,from natural materials, as a weekend retreat,
with basic modern necessities for relaxation and
meditation.The architects attempted to design and
build round units with modern amenities, from mud
and thatch, using the traditional expertise and
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craftsmanship
of artisans and craftsmen from
'Banni' area of Kutch, Gujarat
saving all the existing eucalyptus
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The
earth for the sun-dried mud blocks
for walls was dug up from the
site itself. The thatch for roof
was locally purchased & the
highly |
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resistant Babul wood was used for doors and windows
with carvings to visually dilute their inherent
irregularities. The project demonstrates the success
of combined efforts of traditional skills and contemporary
designers' inputs |
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