{"id":118240,"date":"2025-05-20T22:58:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T22:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/118240\/"},"modified":"2025-05-20T22:58:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T22:58:10","slug":"blurring-boundaries-maativan-farmhouse-embraces-biophilic-design-in-an-indian-forest-colossal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/118240\/","title":{"rendered":"Blurring Boundaries&#8217; &#8216;Maativan&#8217; Farmhouse Embraces Biophilic Design in an Indian Forest \u2014 Colossal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/blurringboundaries.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blurring Boundaries<\/a>\u2019 newest project, a woodland area in Wada, Maharashtra, India, and a serene architectural oasis converge in a remarkable farmhouse. The Mumbai-based firm (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/tags\/blurring-boundaries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">previously<\/a>) conceived of a sanctuary called \u201cMaativan,\u201d cradled by trees in a feat of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Biophilic_design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">biophilic design<\/a>, which is constructed from natural materials to create a synergy between interior and exterior experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Undulating beamed ceilings, open-air spaces, an organic layout, and plenty of ventilation allow for ample natural light, airflow, and heat control. With sustainability at the forefront of its mission, Blurring Boundaries incorporated mud, lime, bamboo, stone, wood, recycled bottles, wheels, glass, and other repurposed substances into the home\u2019s framework.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-7-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455629\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>\u201cMaativan\u2019s commitment to sustainability, cultural authenticity, and ecological responsibility is evident in every aspect of its construction and operation, making it a true sanctuary for those seeking a deeper connection with the natural world,\u201d the studio says. Find more on its <a href=\"https:\/\/blurringboundaries.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-3-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455625\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-8-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with a wall made of repurposed wagon wheels\" class=\"wp-image-455630\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-6-960x659.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455628\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-1-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455623\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-2-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455624\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-4-960x584.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455626\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-9-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455631\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/maativan-10-960x640.jpg\" alt=\"the interior of a biophilic residential design, with wood-beamed ceilings, organic walls, and earthy floors\" class=\"wp-image-455632\"  \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do stories and artists like this matter to you?<\/strong> Become a <a href=\"https:\/\/colossal.local\/members\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"118516\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colossal Member<\/a> now, and support independent arts publishing.<\/p>\n<ul 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