“Rustic Reverie of She3″ showcases creativity, craftsmanship, and environmental consciousness by reimagining Christmas traditions sustainably. With millions of trees harvested annually, we crafted a tree from upcycled materials like sawmill bark, dried jackfruit leaves, and bamboo, proving that beauty doesn’t require harming nature. This eco-friendly design celebrates the holiday spirit while promoting sustainability, inspiring others to protect our planet through thoughtful and resourceful choices.
Vibrant poinsettias crafted from onion peels show how even the simplest kitchen waste can become an emblem of Christmas cheer. Pinecones, collected sustainably, were transformed into ornaments with dried wildflowers and sack yarn, embodying rustic elegance. Fallen bird feathers and pistachio shells came together as delicate angels, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. Each element was designed with care, blending functionality, aesthetic appeal, and a commitment to eco-friendly practices.
This tree tells a story of preserving forests, reducing waste, and embracing a more sustainable way of celebrating. By sparing a natural tree and giving new life to discarded materials, we hope to inspire others to see the beauty in upcycling and rethink traditions that impact our environment. It’s not just a tree it’s a call to protect our planet, one creative choice at a time.
Bamboo sticks
Tree Barks (collected from a sawmill)
Fallen Dried Leaves and Wildflowers
Onion Peels
Pistachio Shells
Sackclothes and Yarns
Moss
Pinecones
Dry Straw
Glue and White Paint
Casa de Silva
Architects: Iconcast Chartered Architects
Location: Malabe, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2021
Photographer: Ganidu Balasuriya
The site is a 19 perch land located in a residential suburb of Colombo. Despite its vicinity to green paddy fields; three sides of the site were contained by two storied houses and the access road was on the west face.
This was to become the home for a young family with working parents; both the owners drive to Colombo for work from their home at Malabe; and from the onset they wanted an extent of privacy that would still allow them to enjoy the outdoors. The site offered no direction to open the house out to yet its shape and size lent itself to the idea of a courtyard house.
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Feb 6
The Colour Burst House
Architects: LIJO.RENY.architects
Lead Architects: Reny Lijo & Lijo Jos
Location: Kerala, India
Project Year: 2022
Photographer: Praveen Mohandas
We want to enjoy the rain, from every room of our house”, was the initial statement made by the clients in their project brief.”The Color Burst House” was the result, and it included three enormous, double-height open to sky courtyards that all of the main rooms could open into, allowing the occupants to enjoy the rain, light and breeze with the changing seasons from the comfort of their rooms.
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Feb 5
Giving Back to Nature at Diyasaru Park, Thalawathugoda!
As part of the Tree Without a Tree competition, we proudly donated trees and fertilizers to support the green initiatives at Diyasaru Park. 🌱✨
This effort is a step toward fostering a sustainable future while honoring our commitment to the environment. A heartfelt thank you to all participants and supporters who made this possible. 💚
Let’s continue to grow and give back to nature together!
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Jan 27
Keeping Our Promise!
We are proud to announce that we have handed over the contribution to SOS Children’s Villages as part of the Tree Without a Tree competition. 💚
A heartfelt thank you to all participants and supporters for helping us make a meaningful impact this Christmas. Together, we are fostering creativity, sustainability, and compassion. 🌿✨
Let’s continue to inspire positive change—one step at a time.
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Jan 27
1st Place Winner
Congratulations to the Methodist Church Youth - Seeduwa for winning 1st place in the `Tree Without a Tree` competition 2024!
Their tree, crafted from coconut shell pieces, impressed the judges with its creativity and teamwork.
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Jan 10
2nd Place Winner
Congratulations to Pasindu Kithmina for earning 2nd place in the `Tree Without a Tree` competition 2024 with his inspiring and thoughtful design!
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Jan 10
3rd Place Winner
Congratulations to KWCA - Kosala Weerasekara Chartered Architects for earning 3rd place in the `Tree Without a Tree` competition 2024 with their inspiring and out of the box design!
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Jan 10
Congratulations to Rashane Fernando for winning the vote race and earning the title of Most Popular in the `Tree Without a Tree` competition 2024!
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Jan 10
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