MUD
Collaborative
A research and design initiative led by multidisciplinary architects to mainstream sustainable urban development.
The 'Journey'
The utilization of traditional and local materials in construction has garnered significant attention in recent years due to their potential to reduce transportation costs, decrease the environmental impact of building projects, and support local economies. These materials also frequently possess unique properties and characteristics that can contribute to the overall sustainability and resilience of the built environment. India is one such country, where circularity is deeply ingrained in age-old practices, and many older structures built using such techniques remain standing strong without the need for repairs. However, with the increasing trend towards westernization, a number of cities, including smaller villages, have begun utilizing concrete structures, which not only impacts the skyline and cultural fabric of the space, but also threatens the extinction of the traditional knowledge system.
Exploration of the Ghughuti Dhar Village at the banks of Kosi river, Uttrakhand
M.U.D Collaborative is a research and design initiative that aims to mainstream sustainability in the built environment through multi-disciplinary collaboration with various stakeholders. As a co-founder of this initiative, I have leveraged my expertise as an architect and researcher to explore the potential of working with communities and documenting traditional practices that can be transformed into viable business models through effective dissemination. Furthermore, my background in research has allowed me to approach these traditional practices with a critical eye, seeking to enhance their structural integrity through the integration of advanced technologies while preserving their cultural and historical significance. Presently, as a growing initiative, M.U.D explores the possibilities of using natural and bio-based building materials in the built industry – reviving age-old practices.
Fat + Lime Plaster Sampling
