Architecture & Ecology
Every structure at OMAO is conceived as a dialogue with the undulating land — materials chosen for their regional roots, systems designed to give back more than they take.
Design Principles
Contour-following architecture
Materials Palette
Energy Systems
Photovoltaic panels harness the high-altitude Sahyadri sun, feeding a self-sustaining energy system across the estate.
Wind turbines capture the consistent plateau winds, supplementing solar generation for year-round energy independence.
Architectural orientation, shading, and natural ventilation reduce reliance on artificial cooling — the building breathes with the land.
Water Systems
Systematic collection across rooftops and hardscapes replenishes on-site reserves, reducing dependence on external supply.
Biological and gravity-fed filtration systems treat harvested water through natural processes before distribution.
Efficient on-site treatment closes the water loop — processed wastewater is reused for irrigation and landscaping.
Live Within the Land