Maativan is a serene haven constructed from mud, harmoniously blending with the surrounding forest. This exquisite farmhouse, located on the outskirts of Wada's protected Tansa forest region near Mumbai, India, serves as a remarkable testament to the unwavering commitment towards environmental consciousness.
Architecture firm
Blurring Boundaries
Location
Wada, Maharashtra, India
Photography
Inclined Studio
Principal architect
Viral Gala
Collaborators
Bamboo consultant: Parag Rawool
Civil engineer
Gurunath Dupare
Environmental & MEP
Electrical Contractor: Prashant Patil. Plumbing contractor: Arun Bhaduri
Construction
Finishing contractor: Madhav Dupare. Fabricator: Sanjay Bangar
Material
Soil (sourced from site) - Cob walls, mud plaster. Black basalt stone (sourced from site) - random rubble foundations, exposed stone walls. Lime - Plasters, mortar. Wood (sourced from site) - roof rafters. Bamboo - roof, lintels, doors. Kota stone – Walls. Concrete - IPS flooring. Recycled metal - doors, windows. Recycled glass - roof, glass bottles used in walls.
Typology
Residential › House