India, April 16 -- Rahul Bhushan-an eco-architect, entrepreneur, and educator-is the visionary and driving force behind North, a creative, cultural, and social organisation in Himachal Pradesh that aims to revive Kathkuni and Dhajji Dewari, indigenous architectural practices of the Himalayas. An ecosystem of artists, craftspeople, designers, and business professionals helps make this possible.

But that's not all! Bhushan has also experimented with vernacular techniques to design and build resilient natural buildings, published first-hand research on Himalayan craftsmanship, and fostered grassroots-level systems, all while engaging in community-driven projects to empower villagers. His work also extends to conducting courses and hands-on ...