Dharatal is a Sanskrit word which means the surface of the Earth. We are a design collective with a focus on local communities and their heritage. The atelier was established in 2016 and embarked upon a diverse range of work, from design to policy making to speculative research projects. As a design and development agency we provide innovative case specific solutions while trying to harness the constraints of the projects. The atelier engages a distinctive group of experts based on the need of each project. Dharatal has an extended network in form of international collaborations and ongoing projects in and around India. ​ Vision We strive to conserve and interpret local cultural and traditional wisdom while catering to the contemporary need for development. This vision is reflected in our design of products and buildings.