This second home in Mysore is a true masterpiece of sustainable design. It is built entirely without the use of steel and concrete, making it an eco-friendly choice that is gentle on the planet. The timbrel vault, constructed from layers of brick tiles, creates a striking and unique frontage, while also building a dome-like space within the home that feels both cozy and spacious. Inside, the home is finished with a simple and natural aesthetic, with earthy tones and textures that blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.

Timbrel vaults are structures made of brick and mortar that has the ability to withstand the weight of the material from which it is constructed, without collapsing. It can be constructed with remarkable thinness and without the use of formwork. The timbrel vault does not rely on gravity but on the adhesion of several layers of overlapping tiles which are woven together with fast-setting mortar. Adding two or three layers makes the resulting laminated shell almost as strong as reinforced concrete. 

The use of advanced technology and digital modeling has allowed for greater precision and efficiency in the construction of such shells. The forms and structures have been designed and analyzed using specialized software, which has optimized the building process and minimized the risk of errors. Through the use of detailed digital models, guiding curves have been extracted to create a simple shell formwork, which in turn guides masons on site. This approach not only improves accuracy, but also reduces waste and promotes a more sustainable building process overall.