Built out of Earth and Debris, this Eco-Friendly Home is a Work of Art (Home Tour).

On the outskirts of Tamil Nadu, and a 90-minute drive away from Bengaluru, is a village called Shoolagiri that is known for its eco-friendly community called Sanctity Ferme. To promote their vision of a natural ecosystem, sustainable model homes were planned for the residents. Flintstone6 is first of many such eco-friendly prototypes, designed to blend with the scenic untouched landscapes of the region.

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The poured earth debris walls, inverted stair room, and washrooms inside the bedrooms are some key highlights of the project. Principal Architect walks us through the home, insightfully breaking down the material palette as well as the design challenges that give this sustainable home an edge over most in this country.

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Architectural Journalist: Jaidev Tripathy
Cinematography: ArchPro Productions
Video Editor: Syed Shabahat Ali
Photo Credit: Syam Sreesylam

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[SuperKskalyan]

After watching quite a few videos in Buildofy, I wonder how people manage the mosquitoes problem when the houses are built as part of nature with massive doors and windows..

[computationdesign]

man house is luxurious but evokes luxury as nature does, the building is not shouting for attention for gold or richness, I can see u have worked vinu daniel, man big up

[Vidyasagarbb]

Highly impractical house for daily use - specially for families. Good for making a statement with the house.

[shruthitdilip]

You could also mention the cost involved in each of your projects. It would help people like us assess what could fit into our budget and reach out to you folks.

[SiouxNNTH]

Just amazing! Lovely open design. No safety grills or curtains to impede the view. Absolutely stunning!

[marinathomas]

Simply fantastic! A one-of-a-kind home that needed a ton of courage and creativity both from the architect and the owner! I truly hope that this was not his destination, only a milestone in a long and interesting journey unfolding with time.

[rosediamond]

I want an earthen home. It's natural and beautiful. These structures are no longer mud and stick holes of the past but gorgeous modern buildings. Combining ancient art and modern beauty.

[JagadeeshJage]

Simply fantastic.... Excellent design... No comments on the Architectural front.... Almost 100% Eco Design with 0% Safety features.... And so many low level vents in an area filled with trees n shrubs is like giving an open invite to the reptiles like snakes, insects n etc... Just a honest review... But design n architecture is 💯....

[ishitasingh]

PLAIN & SIMPLE?! THE WHOLE HOUS IS MY DREAM ITS SO BEAUTIFUL!

[abhishajoshi]

My heart just melted when I saw the stairs merging with the kitchen top...❤

[tarmaskhalifa]

When I built my house I will definitely take inspiration from this house. It's a beautiful mix bw nature and Egyptian/north African style architecture and eco friendly.

[jz_]

one of my fav homes, something like this would be very intresting, especially the glass works and the earthen materials

[seetu]

It's extremely beautiful but I think the roof with glass shed is a heater for sure. Also the tree trunk has no space to grow out bcz of small cutout provided. But it's a learning curve for sure. You guys should also update on problems faced afterwards.

[OfftoShambala]

Message to the architect & crew & the willing client… Stellar design! I totally appreciate everything you were aiming to do as I tell my gardening clients that I need to spend that kind of time to build their gardens, if they want stellar like this. Not that it’s not possible to install an effective landscape all at once over a week or month depending on scope… but, I personally don’t have the crew or equipment for larger scale instant installs… and those usually need adjustments later and the maintenance. The designs created by people such as yourself who are willing to take the time to consider the environmental location over a year… gets the best results. Truly wonderful!

[WildBanana]

It appears Buidofy project engineering is one of India premier natural home architects and his wisdom and sense of living art with function and style is testament to his motivation for building great homes. There are many note worthy home design first and brilliant art in this home but the wash basin was the rock that brought it all together for me.

[homolix]

this is a master piece, really integrated to environment

[wildroads]

Beautifully built a heaven on earth. Appreciate the idea and efforts in bringing this up.

[samyosef]

Absolutely stunning, for those who say it’s not practical it’s all about the brief and the client needs.

[al-karimabdulaziz]

An incredibly treasure, the house exudes a feeling as if Gaia herself had built it for a favorite child. Brilliant design for a hot tropical climate, I would only worry about the glass roof and sunburn.

[vivalaleta]

The best of everything. It looks like living art. What a joy it must be to live in such a place.