A cement-less home? You don't hear that all the time. However, one homeowner in Bengaluru has succeeded in doing just that—building a house completely of stone with no traces of concrete or cement.
And now, the internet is talking about it because of content creator Priyam Saraswat. Priyam released a video tour that introduces viewers to the project's architect and homeowner. The owner is happy to say that this is the first zero-cement stone home in the world, built to last more than 1,000 years and be environmentally friendly.
The building is made of carefully chosen stone components, such as sandstone and gray granite, that are joined together using conventional interlocking methods. Just stone, expertise, and accuracy—no cement, no adhesives, and no blasting.
Although it may seem radical to build a house in the style of an ancient temple today, the concept is actually founded on centuries-old architectural principles. Stability is guaranteed by the interlocking technique, which also does away with the necessity for contemporary binding chemicals that greatly increase carbon emissions. watch the video below,
The internet had a lot to say, as was to be anticipated. The concept of a house that may endure for a thousand years captivated some individuals. "This is incredible! Similar methods were employed in ancient indian buildings. One commenter said, "This feels like a modern revival." Another said, "We need more homes like this—strong, long-lasting, and sustainable! What if whole cities used this approach?
However, not everyone was convinced. Some users questioned how practical such a house would be in different climates. "It looks stunning, but how will it handle extreme summers and winters?" one skeptic asked. Others pointed out that while the house may avoid cement, it still relies on quarrying natural stone. "Mining stone disrupts nature-how sustainable is this really?" someone argued.
One of the most debated aspects was the claim of originality. "How can he patent this? Temples have been built using interlocking methods for centuries," a user commented. Another joked, "So we're just rebranding ancient technology and calling it innovation now?"
And now, the internet is talking about it because of content creator Priyam Saraswat. Priyam released a video tour that introduces viewers to the project's architect and homeowner. The owner is happy to say that this is the first zero-cement stone home in the world, built to last more than 1,000 years and be environmentally friendly.
The building is made of carefully chosen stone components, such as sandstone and gray granite, that are joined together using conventional interlocking methods. Just stone, expertise, and accuracy—no cement, no adhesives, and no blasting.
Although it may seem radical to build a house in the style of an ancient temple today, the concept is actually founded on centuries-old architectural principles. Stability is guaranteed by the interlocking technique, which also does away with the necessity for contemporary binding chemicals that greatly increase carbon emissions. watch the video below,
The internet had a lot to say, as was to be anticipated. The concept of a house that may endure for a thousand years captivated some individuals. "This is incredible! Similar methods were employed in ancient indian buildings. One commenter said, "This feels like a modern revival." Another said, "We need more homes like this—strong, long-lasting, and sustainable! What if whole cities used this approach?
However, not everyone was convinced. Some users questioned how practical such a house would be in different climates. "It looks stunning, but how will it handle extreme summers and winters?" one skeptic asked. Others pointed out that while the house may avoid cement, it still relies on quarrying natural stone. "Mining stone disrupts nature-how sustainable is this really?" someone argued.
One of the most debated aspects was the claim of originality. "How can he patent this? Temples have been built using interlocking methods for centuries," a user commented. Another joked, "So we're just rebranding ancient technology and calling it innovation now?"
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