Studio Saar has completed the Gaushala dairy facility in south Rajasthan, India, using 560 tonnes of reclaimed materials, including steel and rubble. The 800-square-metre facility accommodates a herd of 40 native Gir cows, providing milk for organic ghee and other products, and creating employment opportunities for local villages.
The building’s structure is designed in line with circular principles, with materials sourced within a 30-kilometre radius. The team reused 360 tonnes of reclaimed structural steel and 200 tonnes of stone rubble and crushed concrete. Locally available waste granite was used for the foundations, and broken traditional baked-terracotta bricks were used for the flooring.
Ananya Singhal, co-founder of Studio Saar, said, “Reusing existing components and materials can be challenging but doing so can help us reduce waste while producing thoughtful buildings that are embedded in their context.”
The Gaushala dairy facility showcases Studio Saar’s commitment to sustainable design and reducing waste. The studio’s innovative approach to material reuse and locally sourced materials has resulted in a unique and functional building that blends seamlessly into its surroundings.
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