The Lodsi Community Project works with the past, present and the future to present a contemporary vernacular prototype for off-grid hill architecture, showcasing it as a medium for creating a self-sustaining ecosystem of humanity and habitat. Passive design and local construction strategies helped achieve an energy-efficient building with EPI 35kWh/m2/yr Net Zero Energy: Solar roof generating 56kWp, generating surplus thus Energy+ Net Zero Waste: repurposed fixtures, use of existing foundation & top rubble Net Zero Water: RWH system meets 100% water requirement & 2days additional storage.