Hemp Solutions
BUILDING NATURALLY
Why Building Naturally?
Most modern buildings are designed for speed, not for wellbeing. Building Naturally brings us back to a way of construction that respects the Earth, the body, and the climate. Instead of concrete-heavy designs, we use breathable, non-toxic, locally rooted materials that make homes:
Cooler in Summer
Healthier Air
Quiet and Calm
Natural building is not a trend. It’s the way homes were always meant to be.
Our Building Naturally Philosophy
We combine materials that carry the wisdom of nature with methods grounded in science and craftsmanship. Each home is designed to feel earthy, intentional, and nurturing.
Natural materials that belong to the Earth. Every material is chosen for health, sustainability, and harmony. hyrated lime, hemp, natural oil, natural paints, bamboo, surkhi. All materials are manufactured locally in Nepal.
Bamboo Structures & Furnishings
Hempcrete Walls & Roof Insulation
Lime Plaster & Natural Paint
Materials We Work With
How to Build Naturally with SHIV
From family homes to community buildings, SHIV partners with you to design and build resilient spaces.
1. Share Your Vision
2. Co‑Design & Build
3. Build Your Sanctuary
We help you create a space that breathes with you.
Project Showcase
From family homes to community halls, SHIV’s building naturally projects prove resilience and beauty across Nepal and beyond.
Why Building Naturally with SHIV?
Pioneers of Hempcrete in Nepal: Nearly a decade of research, development, and homes built.
Community-Driven : Artisans, engineers, masons trained in natural building.
Design + Execution : From concept to completion, guided by natural building experts.
Living Naturally Philosophy : We don’t just build—we` create spaces aligned with who you want to become.
What People Experience
A few words from people who have lived, worked, or learned inside SHIV's building naturally
“Ability to build your own space with your own hands is real empowering experience, an experience money cant buy. Building with Hempcrete and with Shah Hemp has been life changing.”
Our Experience with Materials
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Materials like hempcrete, lime, and bamboo regulate humidity, improve insulation, and support a healthy indoor environment.
Natural finishes are low in VOCs, non-toxic, and safer for both inhabitants and builders compared to petroleum-based alternatives.
Lightweight materials like hempcrete and bamboo withstand seismic movements better than rigid concrete, offering safer flexibility in earthquake zones.
Yes—hempcrete is carbon-negative, bamboo regenerates quickly, and lime naturally absorbs CO₂ over time.
With proper design and maintenance—from preventing moisture in bamboo to protecting hemp walls—natural materials can last for generations.
Initial costs may be comparable or slightly higher, but long-term energy savings, health benefits, and local sourcing deliver better value.
Absolutely. SHIV supports every stage—from custom natural design to sourcing, training artisans, and building safely and sustainably.
Living Naturally is just one choice away.
