Project:

• Post Disaster reconstruction, Ladakh 2011

• Design and construction of 12 residential units

 

Site:​​

• Extreme temperatures, varying from -30C to +30C

• Remote sites leading to huge transportation cost and energy loss

• The region in a phase of cultural transition because of a sudden escalation in tourism and external influences, leading to inappropriate and unsuitable construction practices.

  

Design: 

• An attempt to redefine post-disaster reconstruction vocabulary towards being more sustainable and environmentally responsible. 

• The design of the houses as a model for the rural/urban Ladakhi community- a modern interpretation of vernacular building and design methods, using natural materials and passive heating techniques.

• Simplified local construction techniques, easily replicable by the local community.

• Earthquake and flash flood-resistant design.

• The houses/community shelters were constructed using natural local available materials like adobe, rammed earth, clay, stone, hay, waste wool, and wood through the active community participation. .