Sukham
Su-Kham of being holistic
Sprouted from empathy. Rooted in Joy. Built for Dignity.
Born from 27 years of Kham’s sustainable design practice, Su-Kham is the social conscience of our architecture. It is our outreach to communities that have long been left out of good design: rural schools, animal sanctuaries, community centres, vocational spaces, and more.
Su-Kham is designing structures that bring immeasurable joy for them, you and us.
We are a connection that will make your contribution holistic.
Su-Kham of being Kham
Let's acknowledge the gap: a lack of wisdom and execution plagues the structures of buildings meant for the underserved. Su-Kham address the elephant in the room by bringing to the project. ⬇️
30 Years of Purpose-Driven Architecture
Led by Principal Architect Chetan, a member of the IIA National Committee on Green and Sustainable Projects, Su-Kham is rooted in a practice that directly contributes to national-level green policy-making.
You will be investing in thought leadership in sustainable architecture.
Pan-Karnataka Reach, Local Sensibility
Our presence spans both rural and urban Karnataka. Whether it's the revival of village infrastructure in Chitradurga or animal rehabilitation spaces at Prani, Su-Kham responds to local needs with contextual design.
Aligned With Global Sustainability Goals
Su-Kham is deeply aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that every project contributes to global impact.
SDG 9
Building resilient infrastructure with innovative, low-carbon methods
SDG 12
Promoting responsible material sourcing and reuse
SDG 13
Prioritising climate-positive architecture through passive cooling, native landscaping, and reduced emissions
Proof of Purpose, Backed by Institutions
Kham’s impact is acknowledged by those who set the standards. We are recognised, studied, and trusted by institutions shaping sustainable futures in India.
- Invited speaker and contributor to TERI's Sustainable Construction Workshops, helping train Indian engineers and civil bodies
- Partnered with local Grama Panchayats to reintegrate mud-based construction into mainstream housing
- Selected projects recognised and studied by grassroots innovators and urban sanitation movements
These recognitions affirm that Su-Kham works on the ground and at policy tables.
Our experience and wisdom of being Kham will add depth to the campaign we collaborate on.
Our Projects
LIPI Mane
Aurinko
Gram Panchayath
Su-Kham of a good partnership
You bring the cause, and we bring the structure. Su-Kham helps eliminate the friction points that slow down good work, so your efforts reach further, faster.
❌ Fragmented Execution
Too many vendors, too little coordination
✔ Su-Kham is a design + build partner with full in-house capability. We take ownership from concept to keys.
❌ Token CSR Without Tangible Impact Visibility without fundamental transformation.
✔ Our spaces are functional, enduring, and people-first. Every build serves a lived need — education, shelter, healing, or community.
❌ High Carbon Cost of Philanthropic Infrastructure
Concrete CSR projects often worsen environmental footprints.
✔ Su-Kham buildings replace concrete with climate-responsive, carbon-neutral materials like mud, lime, and local resources, backed by measurable green metrics.
❌ One-Size-Fits-All Design- Spaces that ignore local culture or usage patterns fall into disuse.
✔ We embed regional materials, artisanal knowledge, and vernacular design into every project. Our buildings feel familiar and are quickly embraced.
❌ Lack of Reporting & Transparency
Donors and boards require measurable proof.
✔ We provide regular visual updates, impact documentation, and data that aligns with ESG and SDG goals. You always know where your investment stands.
❌ Unused or Unloved Spaces
Built environments that fail to engage or last.
✔ Our structures are made to be lived in, taught from, prayed in, and healed within. They’re intuitive, inclusive, and built to adapt.
We bridge your initiative to the grassroots level to create a holistic impact by solving your pain points.
Su-Kham of Regenerative Return
Su-Kham structures are regenerative assets that deliver long-term returns on your CSR investment.
Earn Carbon Credits
Every tonne of stabilised mud used in place of cement can offset up to 0.9 tonnes of CO₂, qualifying your project for green building credits and carbon offset programs.
Save Critical Water Resources
Su-Kham buildings reduce water usage by up to 40% compared to conventional construction through native landscape planning, rainwater harvesting, and greywater reuse.
Boost CSR & ESG Credibility
Aligning with SDGs and India's green infrastructure mandates strengthens your brand's social responsibility credentials and ESG reporting metrics.
Get Transparent, Measurable Impact
Receive visual progress reports, quantifiable data on energy and water savings, and documentation that supports grant applications, annual reports, and stakeholder communication.
By designing for the earth and those who live on it, Su-Kham helps you turn every square foot into an offering of dignity, sustainability, and accountability.
Su-Kham of building together
We are looking for leaders aligned with our perspective. If you are:
CSR Head looking to create a measurable, sustainable impact An NGO building infrastructure for long-term community care Or
A Foundation seeking a legacy that lasts
Su-Kham is your connect.
Let’s co-create environments where dignity lives in every corner.
Let’s Build Su-Kham Together. Let’s experience the #sukhamvibe
