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Dhajji Cabin
Location
Himachal Pradesh, India
Year
2021 - 2022
Role
Project Documentation & Site Integration – Architectural Intern
Documented and delivered a fully carbon-negative, seismic-resilient cabin using reclaimed materials.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
An experimental carbon-negative cabin, constructed using traditional Dhajji Dewari techniques without detailed drawings. Situated in a high-altitude seismic zone, the project explored climate-resilient design and adaptive reuse of reclaimed materials.
KEY FEATURES
01
Documented Dhajji Dewari construction across RIBA Stages 2–7, capturing structural and material behaviour.
02
Co-authored a published report advocating carbon-negative construction.
03
Developed a compliance system for seismic safety in remote terrain.
04
Coordinated local artisans and contractors to integrate reclaimed materials.
05
Curated and presented the project at a design exhibition with 1,000+ attendees.
PROJECT IN NUMBERS
01
Project Value: ~£30,000
02
RIBA Stages: 2–7
03
On-site exhibition audience: 200+ attendees
TOOLS
AutoCAD, InDesign, MS Project, Manual Field Logs, Illustrator, Procreate
CREDITS
Architects, Local Artisans, Curators, Contractors
