Inside the Philosophy of Auroma: People, Planet, Prosperity, Place, Progress

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, buildings account for over 36% of global energy consumption and nearly 40% of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions. This sobering figure calls for immediate and innovative action—one that centers people, nature, and purpose. At the heart of that action lies the Auroma Architecture philosophy, brought to life by the brilliant Architect Trupti Doshi from Pondicherry, India.

At Auroma Architecture, sustainability isn't a checkbox—it is a living, breathing philosophy rooted in the 5 Ps of sustainable design: People, Planet, Prosperity, Place, and Progress. It is a worldview that transcends buildings to touch lives. This integrated approach weaves together regenerative architecture, local context design, and climate responsive planning to deliver spaces that don't just exist but elevate.

People – The Soul of Every Space

Every project at Auroma begins with the people it seeks to serve. Architect Trupti Doshi envisions buildings as people themselves—homes as nurturing mothers, schools as curious teachers, and workspaces as visionary entrepreneurs. This people-first thinking defines the core of the Auroma Architecture philosophy.

For instance, in the design of the Sharanam Centre—a project recognized by the United Nations—over 450 unskilled villagers were trained in 20+ sustainable techniques. This wasn’t just about building a center; it was about building people. Here, the architecture didn’t speak for itself; it became the voice of community empowerment.

Planet – Design That Heals, Not Hurts

In an age when the construction sector in India alone contributes to 22% of total CO₂ emissions, Auroma chooses to tread gently. Regenerative architecture is the answer. Unlike conventional sustainability, regeneration means going beyond reducing harm—it means giving back to the Earth more than we take.

Take the Auroma French Villaments as a case in point. Built using fly ash bricks, reclaimed wood, and passive cooling methods, these villas showcase how climate responsive planning can create serene, thermally comfortable homes in hot tropical climates—without mechanical air conditioning. Solar harvesting, rainwater management, and ecological landscaping complete the circle of regeneration.

Prosperity – When Sustainability Meets Abundance

Too often, sustainability is misunderstood as a compromise. Auroma believes in the opposite. With the right integration of design and nature, prosperity and ecological balance can co-exist. This philosophy is brought alive by the 5 Ps of sustainable design, which view wealth not merely in economic terms but as a confluence of well-being, creativity, and long-term value.

Whether it’s the Jagriti Enterprise Centre for entrepreneurs in North India or the Heaven 360 luxury eco-home, Trupti Doshi proves that environmental intelligence and architectural elegance are not mutually exclusive. They are, in fact, interdependent.

Place – The Genius of the Site

No two places are alike. That’s why Auroma’s spaces are born from local context design—a deep engagement with the spirit, climate, materials, and culture of the location. “A building must emerge from its soil the way a tree does,” says Trupti Doshi. This is not metaphor. It’s literal. At Sharanam, buildings are constructed entirely from unfired earth excavated from a pond onsite. The buildings feel like extensions of the land itself.

In the School for Integral Education in Indore, students don’t learn inside boxed classrooms. Instead, they interact with the natural world through open-air amphitheaters, sun dials, and seed banks—showcasing the true potential of contextual education architecture.

Progress – Designing for Generations

Progress, for Auroma, is not about speed or scale. It is about purpose. And longevity. The final ‘P’ in the 5 Ps of sustainable design stands for future-resilient innovation that honors ancient wisdom while embracing modern science. This is where climate responsive planning blends seamlessly with aesthetic finesse and functionality.

Architect Trupti Doshi is not just designing buildings; she’s designing a better world. One that can outlast us. One that understands that buildings are not static—they evolve, adapt, and respond.

Experience the Auroma Difference

The Auroma Architecture philosophy is not just about design. It’s a transformative experience. From institutional campuses to personal homes, each project by Architect Trupti Doshi becomes a manifesto of hope, dignity, and sustainability. And the process is participatory—clients become co-creators in shaping their legacy spaces.

If you’ve been thinking of building a home, an office, a school, or a sanctuary that embodies nature, culture, and timelessness, now is the time to act. Because the longer we delay, the more we lose the chance to contribute to a future that needs us—all of us.

To explore how your space can embody this philosophy, book a consultation with Architect Trupti Doshi. Her team at Auroma Architecture will assist you in every step of the journey, from ideation to realization.

To Summarize

Architecture can destroy—or it can heal. The Auroma Architecture philosophy demonstrates that true architecture is about people, for the planet, ensuring prosperity, rooted in place, and progressive by nature. Through the 5 Ps of sustainable design, Architect Trupti Doshi is charting a path forward that’s not just smart—it’s soulful.

And in a world drowning in glass boxes and concrete shells, her work is a breath of fresh, earthen air.