Earthville Stories
Earthing: A Film Based on the Works of Didi Contractor
In honor of International Women’s Day (March 8), the Council of Architecture in India released a new documentary film (directed by Gurvinder Singh) on the life and work of Didi Contractor, the cofounder of Earthville’s Internship in Vernacular Eco-Architecture in partnership with Dharmalaya Institute.
Leadership Training in the Himalayas
We have some big news to share with you about the future of our Himalayan sister campus, Dharmalaya Institute, and the headline is that you’re invited to be a part of it!
How to Make Himalayan-style Adobe Bricks
Dharmalaya Institute’s localized recipe for Kangra-style Himalayan mud bricks. Building an adobe structure that will stand the test of time begins with using best practices for each individual brick. As the saying goes, “a chain is only as strong as its weakest link.” The same is true, to an extent, for buildings.
Designing an Outdoor Seating Area with Earth and Upcycled Waste
The latest addition to Dharmalaya Institute’s dormitory building is an outdoor seating area for al fresco classes and discussions. Dharmalaya architecture intern Anushka Joshi breaks down the process as part of our How-To series.
Bringing a Vision to Life: Dharmalaya Institute
Reflecting on the birth of Dharmalaya Institute (Earthville’s Himalayan sister school), from the early design conversations between Earthville founder Mark Moore and award-winning eco-architect Didi Contractor, and the epic volunteer-driven adventure to bring Didi’s inspiring designs to life.