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Climate & Sustainable Green Design

Passive solar heating, microclimate analysis, natural daylighting, and energy-efficient building massing built for Nepal's microclimates.

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Licensed architects & engineers
150+ designs completed
Structural review on every design
Clients across Nepal, US, UK, Australia
Climate & Sustainable Green Design
Sustainable Architecture

Architecture tuned to natural light, wind & thermal mass

Sustainable architecture is not just adding solar panels; it starts with massing, orientation, and thermal envelope design. We analyze sun paths and seasonal winds to keep your interiors warm in winter and cool in summer without expensive air conditioning.

"Our heating bills dropped significantly thanks to Design Square's passive solar orientation and thermal mass wall design."
Anita Gurung • Eco Residence, Nagarkot
What's included

Every stage of the climate & sustainable green design process

Passive Solar Thermal Massing

Building orientation and shading overhangs optimized for winter heat and summer shade.

Microclimate & Sun Path Analysis

3D solar radiation mapping to position windows and living zones.

Natural Daylighting & Ventilation

Strategic window placements to maximize daylighting and cross-breeze airflow.

Rainwater & Greywater Recycling

On-site water catchment and filtration systems for sustainable landscape irrigation.

R-Value Thermal Insulation Design

Double glazing and insulated brick/roof envelope specifications.

Zero-Carbon Material Selection

Sourcing locally crafted compressed earth blocks, stone, and sustainable timber.

How it works

5 stages, start to finish

STAGE 01

Sun & Wind Mapping

Simulating solar angles and wind currents specific to your plot altitude.

STAGE 02

Orientation Optimization

Adjusting building footprint to maximize south-facing winter solar absorption.

STAGE 03

Thermal Envelope Specification

Selecting wall insulation, roof overhang depths, and double-glazed windows.

STAGE 04

Renewable Integration

Designing rooftop solar PV generation and rainwater harvesting tanks.

STAGE 05

Post-Occupancy Audit

Verifying internal temperature stability and energy performance.

Wherever you're starting from

Built for how different clients actually work with us

Eco-Conscious Homeowners

Wanting low energy bills and comfortable indoor temperatures year-round.

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Boutique Eco-Resorts

Attracting sustainable tourism with net-zero energy and water recycling infrastructure.

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Institutional & NGO Campuses

Building sustainable, self-sufficient facilities with low carbon footprints.

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