Chronicling Our Journey

The Journal

The making of Haat at Dhaar. Following the ideas, artisans, architecture, and living heritage shaping this sanctuary in the hills.

Chapter 01 •

The Beginning: Why Haat at Dhaar?

A quest to capture the gentle cadence of Dharamshala—not as a fleeting stop, but as an enduring cultural sanctuary.

As construction advances across the Dharamshala slope, our journal records the hand-chiseling of slate, the harvesting of pine beams, and conversations with Kangra’s cultural custodians.

The Beginning: Why Haat at Dhaar?
Designing the Haat: Natural Materials & Clean Lines
Chapter 02 •

Designing the Haat: Natural Materials & Clean Lines

Balancing Kath-Kuni interlocking cedar wood, slate stone, and generous air to create a tactile sanctuary.

We invite travelers and storytellers to witness how mountain tradition can be translated into a modern, tactile destination.

Chapter 03 •

Rooted in Himachal: Living Heritage & Crafts

Working with village potteries, weavers, and farmers across Kangra to weave authenticity into every surface.

As construction advances across the Dharamshala slope, our journal records the hand-chiseling of slate, the harvesting of pine beams, and conversations with Kangra’s cultural custodians.

Rooted in Himachal: Living Heritage & Crafts
Building the Haat: Mountain Timelines & Slow Craft
Chapter 04 •

Building the Haat: Mountain Timelines & Slow Craft

Following the artisans, masons, and carpenters crafting each room high upon the ridge.

We invite travelers and storytellers to witness how mountain tradition can be translated into a modern, tactile destination.

Chapter 05 •

The People Behind It: Makers & Collaborators

Meet the visionary community, chefs, architects, and folk artists bringing Haat at Dhaar to life.

As construction advances across the Dharamshala slope, our journal records the hand-chiseling of slate, the harvesting of pine beams, and conversations with Kangra’s cultural custodians.

The People Behind It: Makers & Collaborators