Sanjay Sharma
Founder & Chairman
Today, the market for sustainable and eco-friendly construction in India is rapidly growing, with increasing demand for energy-efficient, environmentally conscious buildings. As urbanization accelerates and climate concerns heighten, consumers and developers are seeking alternatives to traditional concrete structures. This is where Wood Barn India, founded by Sanjay Sharma, has become a go-to company when it comes to prefabricated wooden structures, offering fast, sustainable building solutions in India. In partnership with Finland’s Lameco, they leverage advanced European technology to assemble structures quickly, including a house built in 12 hours that went viral on social media. Their work challenges India’s concrete-focused construction, promoting the benefits of wood for it’s efficient construction, aesthetics, Vastu compliance, and improved indoor air quality. Wood Barn India’s buildings, made from wood sourced from the sustainable managed forest of British Columbia, Canada, the Baltic, and Nordic regions, provide over 40 percent energy savings, keeping interiors cool in summer and warm in winter. Their eco-friendly approach, including carbon credits for clients, positions Wood Barn India as a leader in green, carbon-negative construction.
Wood Barn India offers innovative, eco-friendly solutions beyond traditional wooden homes, including DIY kits, modular structures, and sustainable designs. Their DIY Pergola and Log Cabin Kits, India’s first, come with manuals and videos, enabling customers to easily assemble outdoor spaces like pergolas, cabins, pet houses, and playhouses. They’ve also introduced wooden caravans in Goa, creating a caravan park for unique mobile accommodations, and 360-degree transparent glamping domes for luxury camping with panoramic views. In partnership with an American firm, they are pioneering helical pile foundations, a terrain-friendly anchoring system, and utilizing patented sandwich insulated wood panels made from wood waste.
A key advantage of modular homes is their simplicity. Unlike traditional construction which involves coordinating multiple contractors, modular homes are turnkey solutions managed entirely by the company, offering a seamless experience for homeowners.
Customization is a major benefit, allowing homeowners to personalize layouts and details, with 3D walkthroughs provided before construction. After-sales service includes manuals, a one-year warranty, and a 15-year guarantee against wood rotting and wobbling along with optional Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) for ongoing support. This combination of quality, efficiency, and customer service makes modular homes a smart, sustainable alternative to traditional housing.
Driving Excellence
Wood Barn India has pioneered modular home manufacturing in India, including the country’s first three-story wooden building in Dharamshala. The company is now planning multi-story wooden skyscrapers, advancing eco-friendly architecture. Featured in a Harvard Business Review case study, Wood Barn India’s journey has earned global recognition, and founder Sanjay Sharma’s contributions have led to a Padma Shri nomination. With over 1,000 completed projects, including custom homes, resorts, and commercial structures, Wood Barn India is renowned for its sustainable, energy-efficient modular homes.
Notable projects include the award-winning The Tamara, Coorg, The Kashi House, Ama Stays & Trial by Taj, Radisson Dharamshala, Postcard Netravali Hideaway in Goa and River Mist Resort in Chikmagalur. The company has also conquered extreme terrains like the remote Auli Skiing Resort in the Himalayas. Using prefabricated interlocking technology, Wood Barn India built structures that can withstand seismic forces up to 8.9 on the Richter scale and winds up to 165 km/h, ideal for remote and cyclone-prone areas.
Modular homes offer an energy-efficient solution with faster build times and reduced opportunity costs. Built with high-quality materials like wood for insulation and aluminum windows for durability, these homes are eco-friendly and long-lasting. Advanced techniques like Glue Laminated Timber (Glulam) and Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) enhance structural strength, while energy-efficient features like solar panels and non-toxic finishes minimize environmental impact. “To stay current, we frequently engage in exhibitions and platforms, sharing my expertise and collaborating with partners like Ranta Salmia to incorporate the latest trends. The market now leans toward minimalistic, contemporary designs, with hybrid materials like steel, wood, and glass. We also prioritize natural light and ventilation, enhancing comfort without relying on electricity. Despite challenges, our 15 years of experience have taught us to continually refine our processes for improved quality and customer satisfaction”, concludes, Sanjay Sharma, Founder & Chairman, Wood Barn India.
Wood Barn India is redefining construction with eco-friendly, energy-efficient wooden homes that are not just sustainable, but beautifully designed to withstand the challenges of tomorrow’s world
Noteworthy Journey
Founded by Sanjay Sharma, Wood Barn India was born from his passion for wood, ignited at 18 and further inspired by a stay in a wooden home in Poland. He sought to bring eco-friendly wooden structures to India, emphasizing the sustainability of renewable wood that regrows within a human lifetime and sequesters carbon. Despite initial skepticism over deforestation and durability, Sharma highlighted the energy efficiency, aesthetic warmth, and sustainability of wooden homes. Through successful projects and word-of-mouth, Wood Barn India has completed over 1,000 builds, making it a leading company who has been successfully spearheading India’s eco-friendly construction industry with high-quality, sustainable homes.
Wood Barn India’s core values focus on environmental responsibility, craftsmanship, education, and innovation. Using renewable wood from managed forests, the company minimizes its carbon footprint. Combining quality craftsmanship with modern techniques, Wood Barn India creates durable, functional, and beautiful structures efficiently.
With a mission to lead India’s sustainable construction, Wood Barn India promotes energy-efficient, eco-friendly homes that prioritize both sustainability and beauty. Its objectives include reducing environmental impact, promoting cost-effective building methods, and supporting global carbon reduction efforts through carbon-storing materials.
Going forward, the company aims to simplify modular homes further with a DIY approach. By creating flat-pack homes that are easy to transport and install, it focuses on making modular living more accessible, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient, all while pushing the boundaries of design and sustainability.
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