Perched atop a tranquil plateau near Sahyadri School in the Pune district of Maharashtra, Kalāvanam overlooks the scenic Bhima River and the surrounding valley of farmlands. The location was thoughtfully chosen for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and quietude—providing an ideal setting for deep reflection, creative collaboration and solitude
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The land is gradually being reforested, and water conservation efforts—such as bunding and indigenous planting—are underway to regenerate the landscape and restore ecological balance. This natural environment is not just a backdrop, but an integral part of the learning experience, where students, artists, and artisans live and work in active relationship with their surroundings.

The campus is conceived to be a living campus that takes into account the environmental, and socio-cultural impact the campus can have on the land it will occupy, seeking to achieve a net positive impact on the place.