How Auroma Achieves Net-Zero Energy In Residential Architecture

Did you know? Buildings contribute to nearly 40% of global carbon dioxide emissions, with a significant chunk stemming from energy use. Amidst this pressing environmental reality, net-zero energy buildings emerge as a game-changing solution.

At Auroma Architecture, our mission is to lead this revolution—one home at a time—by infusing timeless wisdom with cutting-edge science. And at the heart of this transformation stands our visionary, Architect Trupti Doshi, based in the tranquil, experimental town of Pondicherry.

We believe your home should not just shelter you—it should nourish you. From sunlight to shade, from breeze to balance, every element is meticulously woven into a symphony that defines how green architecture can truly be a living, breathing experience.

What Net-Zero Means To Us

At Auroma, achieving a net-zero energy building is not a feature; it is a philosophy. It is the point where the total amount of energy used by the building annually is roughly equal to the amount of renewable energy it creates. But we take it a step further. For us, it is about restorative design—not just reducing harm, but adding value to the environment, health, and community.

Our flagship residential project, Gratitude EcoVilla, near Auroville, stands as a beacon of this philosophy. It embodies every principle of solar passive design, harnesses renewable energy in homes, and integrates community-centric living without compromising on comfort or aesthetics.

Architect Trupti Doshi’s Vision For Sustainable Living

Born on the shores of Versova Beach in Mumbai, Trupti Doshi discovered her calling to architecture from the dance of moonlight on water and the echoes of the ocean. Her work today is a seamless blend of sensitivity, sustainability, and science. A TEDx speaker and co-founder of The Auroma Group, she brings over two decades of expertise in ecological design, thermal comfort, and social transformation.

When you engage with Auroma, you don't just get a home—you participate in a movement that is reshaping India’s built environment for good. To book an appointment with Architect Trupti Doshi, simply fill in the consultation form and our team will schedule your appointment promptly.

Solar Passive Design: Let The Sun Do The Work

Solar passive design is the soul of every Auroma residence. We orient buildings to minimize heat gain and maximize daylight—north-south facades reduce solar load, while large verandahs and shaded balconies ensure thermal insulation. Natural materials like lime, fly ash bricks, and unfired earth allow the structure to "breathe," cooling your home as skin cools the body.

Imagine a home that stays cooler in scorching Indian summers without even turning on the AC. That’s low-energy design in action—where form follows function, and function serves nature.

Renewable Energy In Homes: Power That Heals

We integrate renewable energy in homes as a non-negotiable feature. Rooftop solar panels, solar water heaters, wind catchers, and rainwater harvesting systems are standard components in every Auroma project. Combined with energy-efficient appliances and waste water upcycling, our homes generate more power than they consume across the year.

Our Gratitude EcoVilla, heralded as India’s “House of Tomorrow,” embodies these principles. It not only powers itself but nourishes the surrounding ecology, turning a house into a generator of hope, health, and harmony.

Thermal Comfort: Designing For Human Well-Being

Trupti believes buildings should feel as comforting as a mother’s embrace. That’s why every Auroma home is designed around thermal comfort. Natural cooling techniques—like radiant floor cooling, water bodies, and thermal massing—replace artificial systems. We study wind paths, humidity levels, and temperature variations to create interiors that soothe body and mind.

For example, the vaulted roofs of Sharanam Convention Centre maintain up to 8°C cooler temperatures without fans or air-conditioning. Designed from unfired earth bricks and cooled via water evaporation, they prove that age-old wisdom and modern science make a formidable pair.

Material Intelligence Meets Craftsmanship

Each low energy design we execute uses climate-appropriate, low-embodied energy materials. Earth blocks from site-excavated mud, Chettinad lime plasters, recycled wood, and fly-ash bricks are staples. These materials don’t just cut emissions—they age gracefully and reintegrate into the Earth at the end of their lifecycle.

At Auroma, we train local craftsmen in forgotten building arts. In Sharanam, over 450 villagers became master masons, their lives transformed as they built not just walls—but legacies. When your home empowers the hands that build it, you participate in healing a community, not just creating a structure.

Real-Life Projects, Real-World Impact

• Sharanam Convention Centre: A United Nations-recognized hub built entirely from earth. Vaulted roofs double as acoustic amplifiers, eliminating the need for microphones.

• Auroma Architecture Office: A living lab of wellness, sustainability, and creative energy, built with reclaimed materials and designed around human-centered workflows.

• School for Integral Education: A campus where every space—from sundials to biodigesters—teaches students about life, not just lessons.

• Jagriti Enterprise Centre: An entrepreneurial ecosystem where the building maps the journey of a startup founder—from vision to execution.

These projects are not just architectural successes—they are blueprints of a better world. Clients from diverse sectors—health, education, enterprise—have turned to Auroma to infuse life and meaning into their built environments.

Why You Can’t Afford To Miss Out

If your dream home does not integrate green architecture, renewable energy in homes, and solar passive design, it’s not just a missed opportunity—it’s a lost legacy. Buildings outlive their creators. What you construct today will be the world your children inherit tomorrow.

With Architect Trupti Doshi at the helm, every home becomes an act of ecological gratitude and a testament to what is possible when design meets conscience. Book your consultation today by submitting the form here. Our team will contact you to discuss your dream project and how we can co-create it in the most sustainable way possible.

Let Nature Be Your Architect

Auroma Architecture doesn’t just design buildings. We script stories. Of communities revived, ecosystems restored, and futures reimagined. Join us on this journey—not just to live in a house, but to be part of something that lives and breathes with you.

Your future home awaits. Make it net-zero energy buildings ready. Make it life-ready. Make it Auroma.