Vastheya

Vastheya: Traditional Kerala Laterite stone construction. In parts of India’s western coast, the land itself rises up in blocks of rust-red stone. Laterite stone —soft when quarried, hardening with air and age—has sheltered generations in this landscape. At Vastheya, it is more than just a building material. It is the starting point for a deeper way of constructing spaces: one rooted in sustainability, heritage, and time-tested methods. Vastheya is a small  laterite stone construction practice located in Kannur,Kerala working with a clear focus—building structures that are environmentally responsible, culturally grounded, and designed to last centuries. Their work is quiet, careful. They work mostly with laterite stone, blending traditional Indian building knowledge with selective use of modern tools and techniques. The result is architecture that looks and feels like it belongs—not just to a place, but to a long line of history. Crafted to Last for Centuries Each project—whether a...