New Costford building in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram sets an example in eco-friendly, sustainable architecture
The Costford architecture firm has unveiled a new five-storey building in Thiruvananthapuram that emphasizes sustainable, eco-friendly construction. The structure utilizes bamboo, wattle-and-daub walls, and recycled materials to create a carbon-negative design inspired by the 'Baker model'.
Why it matters
This project serves as a practical, scalable alternative to the concrete-heavy urban development currently dominating Indian cities, promoting climate-conscious architecture.
Bamboo used for construction of ceiling of the multi-storey building of Costford architecture firm at Mannanthala, in Thiruvananthapuram. | Photo Credit: NIRMAL HARINDRAN
The article provides a factual, descriptive account of an architectural project without political or ideological spin.
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