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A rammed-earth cabin on a raised plinth, built from material and memory.

Bhumi Kutira

Typology
Farmhouse
Location
Kadur
Year
2024
Site area
2,000 sq ft
Built-up
1,400 sq ft
Status
Ongoing
Bhumi Kutira at dusk: a low rammed-earth cabin with a thin concrete roof on a grey plinth, set in dry grassland.

Bhumi Kutira emerges from a deep engagement with traditional construction techniques and material expression. Built within a coconut plantation, the structure is defined by rammed earth walls that anchor it firmly to the ground. Exposed concrete floors and roof introduce a contrasting precision, creating a balanced dialogue between raw and refined surfaces. A raised plinth subtly lifts the structure, giving it presence within the landscape.

The interior extends toward a deck that overlooks the plantation, reinforcing a direct connection with the surroundings. A crafted ceiling introduces a narrative layer, embedding local references into the architecture. The cabin reflects a quiet exploration of material, memory, and making, where simplicity and construction come together to create a space that feels both timeless and immediate.

Kadur, Google Maps
Corner detail of Bhumi Kutira showing layered rammed-earth walls above a textured concrete base, a slender timber window and stone steps.
Long elevation of Bhumi Kutira with its open deck, timber-framed glazing and continuous rammed-earth band.