We let the land lead the landscaping
A gentler way
Over the past five years, we have reforested the land degraded by centuries of monoculture practice initiated by the British in this drought-prone region. By documenting the oral histories of the local people, 300 species of trees and shrubs have been identified and are putting their roots back into their original habitat.
We grow our own food organically.
Our apiaries contribute to biodiversity, and our seasonal menus.
We have reforested Tipai with thousands of native trees, shrubs and grasses.
Almost all our landscaping needs are met by harvested rainwater.
We have rejuvenated groundwater reserves with scientific building of check dams.
Our self-cleaning bio-pools are 100% chemical free.
Naturally cool rammed earth and stone villas reduce our carbon footprint.
Most of our electricity is harnessed from the sun that shines.
In drought-prone Tipeshwar, water is precious.
Working with a permaculturist, we rejuvenated the land with natural vegetation, strategically located water bodies, and a robust rainwater harvesting system to reduce our impact on fragile ecosystems. Instead of importing labor, we trained the neighboring village folk in rammed earth construction and stone masonry. Our vaulted roofs are made of terracotta tiles made by local potters. 80% of our staff is from our neighbouring villages.
With no hospitality industry baggage, we were free to reimagine everything a sustainable luxury stay could be.
Sustainably sourced, consciously curated
Moving away from staple hotel furnishing, all our textiles have been handwoven by Magankhadi with organic natural fibres. From the tea to the toiletries in your room, every detail has been curated for Tipai with small batch boutique brands who share our value for sustainability, quality, and fairness.
“The vision was to create a space that cares for the earth, respects the people who live off the land, cares for the animals, and finds harmony in between all these forces through intelligent design.”
PARAG MODY
Lead Landscape Designer
A forest for every season
In the summer, the palash trees bloom, defying the arid heat, and then the rains paint Tipai a lush green that turns a lighter shade as winter falls. The scenery changes dramatically across the seasons, and so does the produce from our food forest — nourishing both humans and animals that call this quiet wildscape home. Frequent visits by deer and a surge in the variety of birds and insects tell us we are doing something right.
