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Project • By Bionique • Housing
Villa SHAH
The plot is located on the very edge of the Avala National Park. It is surrounded by dense coniferous forest, with trees reaching heights of up to 30 meters. Within the plot itself, there are areas covered with trees as well as zones completely without vegetation—the central and southern parts of the site. Along the access road, there is a zone with the highest concentration of trees.
By Bionique
The terrain is very steep, with elevation differences reaching up to 15 meters over a horizontal distance of 40 meters. The southeastern part of the plot is the highest point, from where the land descends sharply toward the west.
The shape of the plot is such that the eastern and southern bound... More
Project • By blurring boundaries • Individual Buildings
Maativan
Maativan, a natural building sanctuary nestled on the fringes of Wada’s reserved forest area in India, is a testament to environmental consciousness and sustainable architecture. Located near the Tansa forest and spanning 5,000 sq. ft., Maativan is constructed from mud and other natural materials that harmonize with the surrounding ecosystem. The design intentionally integrates nature into the building's structure, preserving existing trees and vegetation. This careful planning ensures that the spaces evoke the sensation of being in a forest, enveloped by a lush outdoor environment under a dense natural canopy.
Inclined Studio
Inclined Studio
Maativan epitomizes a seamless blending with its environment, sitting low an... More