Iki Builds’ Aurva Illam in South India uses rammed earth, local stone, and terracotta vaults to echo the rocky Deccan Plateau, giving the house a grounded, landscape-first feel.
Here’s a look at the earthy vaulted home Iki Builds shaped in South India.
Rammed earth plus terracotta vaults is a smart combo here since the mass and curvature both help with heat, so the landscape-first vibe also pays off in comfort.
BobaMilk
Monsoon is the make-or-break detail with rammed earth and terracotta, so the plinth height and roof overhangs need to be generous to keep splashback and wicking off the walls.
Sarah
Also worth detailing a sacrificial lime plaster or limewash on the exterior so you can recoat after each monsoon season without trapping moisture in the rammed earth.
Hari
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