Root Cause EP 09 | Malaksingh Gill | Neil & Momo

This episode explores the inspiring journey of Malaksingh Gill, a visionary architect, sustainability pioneer, and champion of regional identity in design. Guided by the principles of balance, resilience, and cultural empathy, Malak’s work celebrates the soul of place while confronting the ecological challenges of our time. In a thoughtful conversation with Swapnil Rao, a creative storyteller and director of Neil and Momo, Malak reflects on his architectural philosophy; one that embraces climate, community, and craftsmanship as core to meaningful design. Together, they uncover what it truly means to build consciously in modern India. From earthen materials to innovative building practices, this dialogue is a masterclass in how tradition and technology can coexist to shape a more harmonious, sustainable future. 🌍✨ __________________________________________________________________________ Root Cause – A Podcast by Neil & Momo Productions! 🌍💚 Root Cause dives deep into the environmental challenges we face and the inspiring solutions that can help heal our world. From regenerative farming to climate activism, join us as we explore the real root causes of the climate crisis and how we can collectively create a greener future together. 🔥 Subscribe now and be part of the change! 📍 Follow us on: / neilandmomo https://www.neilandmomo.com   / 1lcuit.  . #RootCausePodcast #malaksinghgill #sustainablearchitecture #community #spirituality #BiodiversityMatters #nature #Sustainability #GreenPodcast #swapnilrao #ecology #conservation #naturelover #rootcausepodcast #Resurgence #climateaction #climateactivism [Root Cause, Podcast, Makaksingh Gill, Sustainable Architecture, Nature, Conservation, YouTube, Neil & Momo, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Swapnil Rao, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Permaculture, Spirituality] __________________________________________________________________________ This Episode was sponsored by Nature Care Fertilizers Pvt. Ltd. Vita 📍Follow Nature Care : www.facebook.com/naturecarefertilizers www.instagram.com/naturecarefertilizers / naturecarefertilizers Contact Nature Care : www.naturecarefertilizers.com 9881584160 9272178826 __________________________________________________________________________ CREDITS : Director - Mrunmayee Deshpande Host - Swapnil Rao DOP - Prathamesh Rangole Drone Operator - Aditya Kamble Gimbal Operator - Prasanna Rangole Camera Team - Rahul Narvekar Hitesh Gosavi Tushar Udeg Aumkar Pawaskar Mahesh Mane Audiography - Nikhil Lanjekar Production Sound - Kshitij Sutar Logo Music - Mayur Raut Art Director - Neha Kanekar Editor - Nehal Jambhulkar DI Colorist - Abhijeet Abde Social Media & Graphics - Tanishka Panse Research & Development - Tanishka Panse __________________________________________________________________________ 00:00 - Highlights 01:21 - Intro 03:13 - Roots and Childhood 06:55 - Journey to NDA 07:19 - Where Malak Grew Up 10:18 - Early Career Path 12:56 - Meeting Laurie Baker 15:14 - Learning Under Laurie Baker 33:31 - Purpose over Profit 33:41 - Property Walk and Arches 40:20 - House vs Home vs Habitat 44:37 - Reconnecting Urban Life with Nature 46:46 - Mud House and Local Artisans 48:49 - True Role of an Architect 01:03:01 - Ideal Vision of Architecture 01:11:26 - Designing with Nature 01:22:23 - Path to Sustainable Architecture 01:27:26 - Lifespan of Buildings 01:30:16 - Ideal Human Habitat 01:33:31 - Keeping Sustainable Development Going 01:38:49 - Daily Motivation 01:42:30 - Conclusion