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The Rise of A-Frame Cottages and Sloped Eco-Resorts: Why Shingles Are the Architect’s Material of Choice

• September 7, 2026
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From the mist-covered plantations of Wayanad and Munnar to coastal cliff retreats in Varkala and Goa, vacation architecture in India has undergone a major design shift. Bulky, boxy concrete structures are giving way to minimalist A-frame cabins, Nordic-inspired chalets, and organic steep-slope cottages. These designs celebrate a close connection to nature, vertical volume, and dramatic …