The Lion-Roar of Advait
Building in Harmony with Mother Earth
Project Overview
The Lion-Roar of Advait embodies a Mother Earth conscious approach to construction - honoring the wisdom of traditional building practices while creating structures that breathe with the land.
This project demonstrates how we can build homes that are not just on the earth, but of the earth, creating a harmonious relationship between human habitation and natural systems.
Located in Gorhe Khurd, Pune, this project serves as a living example of regenerative architecture that gives back to Mother Earth more than it takes.
Mother Earth Conscious Construction
Our building philosophy is rooted in reverence for Mother Earth and the understanding that every construction decision impacts the delicate balance of natural systems:
- Respectful Material Sourcing: We use only materials that can be sustainably harvested without depleting natural resources
- Zero Waste Construction: Every element is designed to return to the earth naturally at the end of its lifecycle
- Regenerative Design: Our structures actively contribute to soil health and local ecosystem restoration
- Sacred Geometry: Incorporating traditional principles of harmony and proportion that reflect natural patterns
- Community Stewardship: Building practices that strengthen local communities and preserve traditional knowledge
For detailed information about mud, soil & lime construction methods, benefits, and case studies, see our comprehensive guide: Mud, Soil & Lime Construction
Site Plans & Documentation
Site plans and detailed construction documentation will be shared here under CC-BY-NC-SA-4.0 license, allowing others to learn from and adapt our methods while respecting the non-commercial and share-alike terms.
Client, Architecture & Contractors
- Architectural Design: Shri Adwait Patankar, Satara
- Lead Contractor: Shri Vishal Walunj, Pune
- Client: Shri Yogesh Ashok Powar, Pune
Inspiration & References
Our approach is inspired by successful sustainable construction projects across India:
- Auroville Earth Institute, Tamil Nadu: Modern applications of traditional earth building techniques
- Hunnarshala Foundation, Gujarat: Pioneering earthquake-resistant mud construction in Kutch
Project Timeline
Timeline: 2025 - 2026
Contact & Collaboration
We welcome collaboration with architects, builders, and sustainability enthusiasts who share our vision of eco-friendly construction. For inquiries about the project or opportunities to contribute, please contact us through our main website.
About the name
The name “Lion-Roar of Advait” draws inspiration from Swami Vivekananda’s vision of bringing ancient wisdom into modern practice:
Shankara left this Advaita philosophy in the hills and forests,
while I have come to bring it out of those places and scatter it
broadcast before the workaday world and society.
The lion-roar of Advait must respond in every hearth and home,
in meadow and groves, over hills and plains.
Come all of you to my assistance and set yourselves to work.
--- Swami Vivekananda
This project represents our commitment to building a more sustainable future, one structure at a time, using methods that honor both tradition and innovation.