1. SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR FINISHES
GAUTAM GULATI GCAD/16/108
LOVESH GARG GCAD/16/111
PRAJWAL GARG GCAD/16/115
SHUBORNALI SARKAR GCAD/16/124

2. Sustainable architecture is an important piece of the topic of sustainable development, a leading concern in
present day planning and design. Sustainable development strives to meet the needs and conditions of life
while not compromising the needs and resources of life in the future.
Sustainability means meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations
to meet their needs. So this means being smart with the resources currently available and not depleting
resources for generations of people beyond us.
Sustainable materials are those materials that provide environmental, social and economic benefits while
protecting public health and environment over their whole life cycle.
An Sustainable material limits the strain on virgin materials, fossil fuels, and other natural resources not only
by its composition, but also through the manufacturing process, transportation of the material, and end of life
recyclability.
SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE
SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL
SUSTAINABILITY

3. RECLAIMED WOOD
Reclaimed wood is high-quality “recycled” wood that’s been taken from various sources like:
● Factories
● Old barns
● Retired ships
● Stock farms
● Warehouses
● Wine casts
● And more
At some point, many structures constructed from virgin wood are either removed or demolished. When this
happens, there is a huge amount of air-dried wood left behind. This highly-sought after timber is ready to be
recycled by a reclaimed wood company and to be used again in various ways.
There is a real charm to this type of wood because it contains a lot of history. Reclaimed wood provides
whispers and echoes of the past and looks beautifully aged and unique. Reclaimed wood is popularly used in
homes and businesses throughout the country.

4. Multiple uses: Reclaimed wood can be used in hardwood flooring, decks, wall paneling, tables,
countertops, cabinets, shelves, etc.
Environmentally friendly: When we use reclaimed lumber, we decrease the demand for newly
sourced timber, which reduces deforestation.
Quality and strength: Reclaimed wood is up to 40 points harder on the
Janka hardness scale than virgin wood because it often comes from
old-growth trees instead of first-generation forests.
Looks: Because it’s aged and weathered, reclaimed wood has a desirably unique look that’s hard
to find in new materials.
THE ADVANTAGES OF RECLAIMED WOOD

5. Price: Reclaimed wood may be more expensive than virgin wood because of the process it
undergoes. A dealer sorts and prepares the wood so it’s safe for consumer use, and often there is a
lot of nail pulling and extra work involved over using virgin timber.
Toxins: Companies may treat (or may in the past treated) timber with chemicals and paint, which
can contain volatile organic compounds, adhesives, preservatives, insecticides or lead.
Pests: Many pests like to make their homes in wood. if we are using reclaimed wood as an
interior finish,, it should be dried to ensure invasive pests are killed.
Size Irregularities : When sourcing reclaimed timber it might be hard to find the exact sizes we’re
looking for. It is also sometimes challenging to find longer lengths of wood.
THE DOWNSIDE OF RECLAIMED WOOD

6. MARKET PRICE - Approx 8 Rs to 25 Rs per Kilogram as per quality
SOURCE - INDIAMART
SUSTAINABILITY AND RECLAIMED WOOD
● LOW FOOTPRINT
When we use reclaimed wood, we reduces the demand
of new virgin wood.
● LOW ENERGY
As we are using reclaimed wood, it does not need energy
to be produced.
● EASY REUSE
Massive wood is easy to revamp and reuse.
● LOW COST (in case of scrap wood)
We can easily find reclaimed wood at a very cheap price
than new virgin wood.

7. RAJASTHAN is the main hub of reclaimed wood in india.
GAURI KOHLI is the biggest producer of the furniture made up of reclaimed wood in India.
PHILOSOPHY
Investing in reclaimed furniture is a good idea both for your home and for the
environment too. Since handmade reclaimed wood furniture uses materials from
other discarded/used sources of wood, it not only reduces the demands on our
environment for more of natural resources but also makes a positive and much
needed contribution towards waste reduction. All the reclaimed wood has been
responsibly salvaged from old barns, floor boards, boats, furniture, wine
barrels and the list is endless.

8. USES IN INTERIOR
● FEATURE WALL
● FLOORING
● FALSE CEILING
● FURNITURE
● DOORS
● WINDOW FRAMES
● PARTITION WALLS
● WALL PANELS
● FIRE PLACE

9. FALSE CEILING
WALL PANEL FURNITURE DESIGN BATHROOM WALL PANEL
FEATURE WALL

10. REFERENCE LINKS
● https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf3pqbhKpjo - PREPARATION OF RECLAIMED
WOOD FOR USE
● https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWt1V8R2JO4 - INSTALLATION TECHNIQUE
● https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiEL7NVr7xM - INSTALLATION TECHNIQUES
● https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cWKgb8gDCs - IDEAS

11. RECYCLED PLASTIC
● Plastic is wonderful material with wonderful properties.
● Plastic is easy to recycle and can be used in multiple
ways.
● Plastic demand is increasing and creating a burden on
waste management system and municipality, who still
have no idea of how to deal with it.
● Recycling and reusing is a smart way to deal with it.

12. Some of the properties of plastic are:-
● Low cost
● Easy to use
● Easy to recycle
● Light weight
● Flexible
● Tailor made
● Varied colors and textures
● Insulation properties
● Waterproof
● Long life
● Low maintenance
CHARACTERISTICS
Benefits of recycling plastic are:-
● Saving environment
● Finding a solution to treat already produced plastic wastes in
landfills and oceans
● Energy conservation - recycling plastic saves 50% energy
required to produce new one.
● This is 80% less than required to recycle metals.
● Waste plastic is widely available.
● Disposed plastic is very cheap. This makes it highly cost
effective. PET scrap Rs 35-55/kg (depending upon quality).

13. ● There’s an almost limitless number of ways to use
plastics, but the following applications have proven
particularly successful:
● Store and Exhibition Design – display counters,
cabinets, signage, partitions and furniture
● Bar/Cafe/Restaurant Design – countertops, table tops,
partitions, bathrooms, toilet cubicles
● Office Design – table tops, shelving, seating,
bathrooms
● Product and Furniture Design – from jewellery to
homeware to dining tables, both indoor and outdoor
● Residential – bathroom panels, wet rooms, counter
tops, splashbacks, cabinet doors, furniture and shelving
● Recreation – playgrounds, swimming pools and spas
Application

14. Application
Bathroom countertopPartition walls
Table tops

15. Application Shelves
Walls tiles and Shelves
Sitting
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17. CORK
● Cork is the “lightweight, elastic outer bark of a cork oak
tree.”
● Cork forests are some of the most sustainable and
environmentally harvested forests in the world. According
to the Cork Forest Conservation Alliance, “approximately
6.6 million acres of Mediterranean cork forest extend
across Portugal, Spain, Algeria, Morocco, Italy, Tunisia
and France.” In fact, the majority of the world’s cork
comes from Portugal.

18. ● Cork is a natural yet sustainable material, “something more
and more manufacturers are tapping into as eco-awareness
grows.” In recent years, “the increase in the price of oil and
its derivatives has brought an increase in the use of cork as a
means of saving energy.”
● Cork is unique, offering a variation of grain, texture and color
choices. No two pieces of cork are the same.
● Cork is recyclable and biodegradable, as it’s reused and
ground to make agglomerated cork products. Cork can earn
points toward Green Star and LEED certification in design.
● Cork has an unmatched cellular structure, making it antistatic, antimicrobial and water-resistant (not
completely waterproof), which makes it great for people with allergies.
● Cork is resistant, lightweight, low-density and buoyant. This durable material is one of the most insulate of
any natural materials due to its low conductivity of heat, vibrations and sound. It is the only sold material
that retains its width while compressed vertically. The capability of the material to rebound to its original
shape makes it resistant to wear and tear, increasing longevity.

19. ● Cork coverings are a naturally decorative and modern
alternative to traditional wall and ceiling coverings. These
cork wall coverings are available in a wide variety of
unique styles, patterns and shades to compliment any décor
or furniture style, and will add character and warmth to any
room. Outstanding room designs created using cork to
accent or contrast walls or ceilings.
● Besides being decorative, cork coverings are also
functional. Available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses,
these decorative coverings can also serve as tack and pin
boards without damage to the cork. Ideal for offices,
children’s rooms, and any other area where pinups are
wanted. Cork is a natural insulator - both to temperature
and acoustically.

20. Cork Wall & Ceiling Panels are a naturally decorative alternative to
traditional coverings. Available in a variety of patterns to compliment any
decor. Though this cork wall covering tends to be more decorative than the
more traditional looking coverings, the tiles are also functional - acoustical,
insulation, pushpins (depending on thickness). These panels are 12" x 24"
with three thicknesses to choose from: Standard (3mm or 1/8" thick),
Tackboard (6mm or 1/4" thick) and Acoustical (13mm or 1/2" thick).
Price - Rs 70/sq feet - Rs 350/ sq feet

21. Natural Cork Top Wall Tiles are individually produced directly from the
bark of the cork oak tree. These tiles give walls, ceilings and other surfaces
uniquely natural look.
Insulation Cork Wall Tiles were designed for insulation purposes yet have
multifunctional uses. Possessing excellent heat/cold insulation properties as
well as acoustical insulation & anti-vibration properties, insulation cork
tiles can also simultaneously function as wall/ceiling tiles and tackboards.
Available in both dark and light grain.
Cork and Dry-erase Wallpapers: Cork wallpaper has all the beauty of
cork providing a rich, natural look to any wall. Dry erase wallpaper is just
that - it makes any surface a dry-erase/white board.
Jelinek Cork Mosaic Walls are produced from discarded wine corks
creating beautiful, ecologically friendly walls.

22. INSTALLATION
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV1AqzxisMk
Pros of cork
● Cork's antistatic surface makes it resistant
to dust and toxin absorption, making it a
great choice for people with allergies.
● Its soft, cushioned surface makes it a great
choice for the users.
● Cork's naturally antimicrobial and
water-resistant attributes also help combat
mold and mildew.
Cons of cork
● Although cork is water resistant, it's not waterproof, so take
care to seal your cork properly.
● It might need to be resealed every few years or so. Without
proper protection, cork can stain. Sharp objects can also cause
significant damage to cork floors.
MANUFACTURING
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-YWAcmGj

23. ● Bamboo, a versatile eco-friendly material, has been
traditionally used in construction since age-old times
which has now found prominence within the home
interiors of our home.
● The versatility that bamboo offers allows it to be
incorporated and adorned in many ways ranging from
simple furnishing, be it mats or window screens to solid
furniture, feature wall and flooring finishes.
BAMBOO

24. ● Versatility: Perhaps one of the widest worlds of applications is its use in building materials. In that
product category, you’ll find it used in flooring, countertops, cabinets, wall coverings, and much more.
● Tensile strength: Bamboo has higher tensile strength than steel because its fibers run axially.Bamboo is a
very solid, strong, and hard material.
● Fire Resistance: Capability of bamboo to resist fire is very high and it can withstand temperature up to
4000 C. This is due to the presence of high value of silicate acid and water.
● Elasticity: Bamboo is widely preferred in earthquake prone regions due to its elastic features.
● Weight of bamboo: Bamboos due to their low weight are easily displaced or installed making it very
easier for transportation and construction.
● Unlike other building materials like cement and asbestos, bamboo poses no danger to health.
● It is resistant to water absorption. Which is why it does not tend to swell, shrink, or warp.
● They are cost effective and easy to use.
ADVANTAGES OF BAMBOO

25. DISADVANTAGES OF BAMBOO
● They require preservation
● Shrinkage: Bamboo shrinks much greater than any other type of timber especially when it loses water.
● Durability: Bamboo should be sufficiently treated against insect or fungus attack before being utilized for
building purposes.

26. BAMBOO FLOORING
● There are several different types of bamboo flooring, each with its own
manufacturing process.:
○ Stranded bamboo is made by shredding the bamboo stalks into small
strands, which are compressed into sheets using heat and resin binders, then
cut into planks to use as building materials.
○ Horizontal bamboo flooring is manufactured by cutting the strands into thin
strips which are then glued together to form planks. This type of flooring has
a "grain," since the long stalk fibers are visible in the flooring.
○ Engineered bamboo flooring is made by bonding a thin layer of bamboo
onto a plywood or MDF core. This flooring is comparable to engineered
hardwood and is installed in the same way—usually with click-lock planks
that float over a foam underlayment.

27. BAMBOO WALL CLADDING
● For something entirely new, try mosaic tiles made from bamboo.
Bamboo mosaic tile is the perfect wall covering if you are looking for
something modish, modern, and fresh. This material from Modwalls is
sustainable, as bamboo re-grows quickly.
● Bamboo paneling can be used to make bamboo walls look natural.
● Bamboo Poles
● Bamboo Slats

28. ● Many developing countries (where most bamboos grow) suffer a lack of awareness
and professional treatment facilities.
● Furthermore, not all curing methods ensure satisfying results which leads to
uncertainties about the advantages of using bamboo all together.
● Chemical preservatives should be used to protect bamboo products from degradation.
These are well established methods providing good protection even in adverse
conditions.
● The selection of the appropriate treatment method depends on various factors:
○ State of the bamboo; green or dry.
○ Form of the bamboo: round bamboo or splits.
○ End applications; in ground contact, exposed to atmosphere,
undercover, structural/non-structural.
○ Scale; quantity to be treated and available time.
○ Potential causes of decay; biotic (fungus/insects) and abiotic (cracks/weathering)..

29. ● The correct use of bamboo in order to increase the durability, utilization, and popularity of this versatile and
environmentally friendly material. Increasing the shelve-life of bamboo to 50 years or more is certainly
possible by applying the appropriate treatments which is also more economical and sustainable in the long
run.
● Because of its green growth, sustainable harvesting, and wood-like properties, bamboo is widely perceived
as an attractive green alternative to other materials used in the building and interior decoration sectors.
● Items made from this versatile plant can be carbon neutral – or even carbon negative – over their
lifecycle.

30. ● Obtained from type of grass bamboo is an excellent choice of sustainability conscious people and grows
faster than that of wood.
● Moreover, Bamboo harvesting does not kill the plant and it grows again.Since it does not need to be
replanted, it is renewable.
● It is an eco-sustainable choice because the bamboo plant can grow up to one meter a day and entirely
regenerates after 5 years – preventing soil erosion and absorbing CO2 four times faster than forests. In
addition, it produces 35% more oxygen.

31. ● India is the second richest country in bamboo genetic resources after China. These two countries
together have more than half the total bamboo resources globally.
● 136 species of bamboos occur in India. Fifty-eight species of bamboo belonging to 10 genera are
distributed in the northeastern states alone.

32. BIBLIOGRAPHY
● http://www.yr-architecture.com
● https://superior-hardwoods.com
● https://elemental.green
● www.greenworldlumber.com
● www.lifestyle.com
● https://www.guaduabamboo.com
● https://www.foreverbamboo.com
● https://theconstructor.org
● http://smile-plastics.com
● https://www.thoughtco.com
● http://www.corkstore.com
● https://taliejaneinteriors.com
● https://amorimcorkcomposites.com
● Waste Plastic Bottles Offering Innovative Building
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