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HOW-TO SERIES | COMPASSIONATE LIVING | DESIGN | EDUCATION | FOOD-GROWING & LANDSCAPING | HEATH & WELL-BEING | NATURAL BUILDING
From Here to There Lies a Path - Is it Practice?
What is a path? A path is a trajectory from here to somewhere else—a desire to leave one destination or state of being, or reality and arrive into the next. There are two frames of mind that lead to voluntary movement, but only one can be called a Practice.
Making Space & The Art of Subtraction
One of the first things we learn in math class is the art of addition. Fast-forward and we’ve all graduated with a Masters degree in Addition. We buy, we collect, we consume, we swap, we take, we build, and we produce. Let's take it a notch up - how much can you subtract?
Defining Yoga, Defining Ourselves
Definitions give us context. Putting an identity to what we do is an essential piece of our parcel. It helps us to formulate and understand concepts on a gross level and from where we currently stand. On the flip side, an overkill of identity leads to rigidity, impedes a vast spectrum of possibilities and puts a restriction on an otherwise seamless stream of energy…
Upcoming projects - 2021/2022
our plans for the next building season.. retreat huts, infinity seating area, etc, from design conception to completion of building process as part of ND, —> Link to programme
Organic Food Growing
Waste management - segregation bins
Waste management and compost units
Organic garden beds
To promote healthy and sustainable food-growing methods and protect both the public health and the natural environment, Dharmalaya Institute is working with local villagers to create model organic gardens, and is transforming part of its campus into a showcase for natural edible landscaping. Read More
Rainwater Harvesting
A rustic bamboo gutter directing rainwater into a concrete collection tank.
Waste management - compost units
Waste management and compost units
Solar Energy
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Waste management - Reuse and Recycle
Waste management
Compost toilets
A double compost toilet under construction for the duplex unit. What's a compost toilet? Learn more here.
Main Building
Our main building contains communal areas such as a multi-purpose hall (for classes, yoga, meditation, etc.), kitchen, dining room, office, co-working space and three private bedrooms, as well as showers and toilets.
Main Building: Dining Hall
Our dining hall enjoys breathtaking views of the mountains and valley, and also serves as a co-working space with ample natural light.
Main Building: Dishwashing Area
Our dishwashing area features skylights for ample natural lighting. We use natural, plant-based soaps and we recycle our grey water in the garden.
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