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Monsoon Update - Zen and the Jazz of Green Building in India
The biggest news on the construction of the Main Building is in regard to our race against time to get the roof on our baby building before the onslaught of the monsoon rains this month…Well, we couldn’t win, so we’ve done our best to change the game!
Rocking the Foundations
Dharmalaya is pleased to announce the completion of the foundations for the Main Building of Dharmalaya Institute, an eco-friendly service-learning campus in the foothills of the Indian Himalayas. The Institute is being constructed in a style based upon the traditional vernacular architecture of the area, known as ‘Kangra style’, using eco-friendly materials and non-mechanized building methods.
Main Building
Our main building contains communal areas such as a multi-purpose hall (for classes, yoga, meditation, etc.), kitchen, dining room, office, co-working space and three private bedrooms, as well as showers and toilets.
Main Building: Dining Hall
Our dining hall enjoys breathtaking views of the mountains and valley, and also serves as a co-working space with ample natural light.
Main Building: Multipurpose Hall
Our multipurpose hall is the heart of our indoor activities, designed by Didi Contractor to serve not only as a classroom but also as the perfect place for yoga and meditation, with heavenly views of the Himalayas and the valley below.
Main Building: Multipurpose Hall (Northern View)
Our multipurpose hall is the heart of our indoor activities, designed by Didi Contractor to serve not only as a classroom but also as the perfect place for yoga and meditation, with heavenly views of the Himalayas and the valley below.
Main Building: Library Bookshelves
Our ever-growing library of must-read books on sustainable and compassionate living, including yoga and meditation, eco-architecture, organic farming and permaculture, philosophy, holistic health and well-being, and more.
Main Building: Dishwashing Area
Our dishwashing area features skylights for ample natural lighting. We use natural, plant-based soaps and we recycle our grey water in the garden.
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