DC South and HF staff visit the rehabilitated kharadar police chowki that has been converted into a library for the local children.

DC South and HF staff visit the rehabilitated kharadar police chowki that has been converted into a library for the local children.

Charting a green future! DC South Karachi Altaf Saario and HF Project Manager Mr. Naheem Shah visit Kharadar Library, part of the eco-friendly makeover at Kharadar Chowk. The library is housed in a structure previously used as a Police Chowki, a heritage building that was left to neglect and ruin. 

Dr. Yasmeen Lari talks to Architizer about the impact of her architecture practice & the future of design as a social & climate action lever.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari talks to Architizer about the impact of her architecture practice & the future of design as a social & climate action lever.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari discusses how her architecture practice transcends buildings to become a catalyst for social change and climate action. Join her as she illuminates the future of design as a powerful lever for a sustainable tomorrow. 

Our Women’s Center is now open in the heart of Ram Naghar, a Rotary Smart Village, nurturing growth, independence and solidarity.

Our Women’s Center is now open in the heart of Ram Naghar, a Rotary Smart Village, nurturing growth, independence and solidarity.

Empowering women, transforming communities. Our Women’s Center is now open in the heart of Ram Naghar, a Rotary Smart Village, nurturing growth, independence, and solidarity.   

Chulahs’ and women’s center being built and decorated by village women in Ram Naghar, a Rotary Smart Village.

Chulahs’ and women’s center being built and decorated by village women in Ram Naghar, a Rotary Smart Village.

Breaking barriers, igniting hope. As Rotary Smart Village takes shape in Ram Naghar, our holistic approach includes not just building homes, but also nurturing empowerment with a Women’s Center and Chulahs, lighting the path for a brighter future for all.

LOG Shelter being readied to be shipped to Qatar for the Pakistan Exhibition to be held in the National Museum of Qatar in Nov. 2024.

LOG Shelter being readied to be shipped to Qatar for the Pakistan Exhibition to be held in the National Museum of Qatar in Nov. 2024.

Preparing to transport cultural heritage: The LOG Shelter bound for Qatar, soon to grace the Pakistan Exhibition at the National Museum of Qatar in November 2024.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari is on the panel of speakers for the Australian Architecture Conference to be held 8-11 May, 2024.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari is on the panel of speakers for the Australian Architecture Conference to be held 8-11 May, 2024.

Join us at the Australian Architecture Conference, May 8-11, 2024, as Dr. Yasmeen Lari, an esteemed panelist, shares insights and inspirations at the forefront of architectural innovation. Hosted by the Australian Institute of Architects, it promises to be a visionary journey into the future of design.

Philippine researchers explore innovative bamboo construction techniques in Pono Village, learning from HF’s pioneering methods.

Philippine researchers explore innovative bamboo construction techniques in Pono Village, learning from HF’s pioneering methods.

Philippine researchers explore innovative bamboo construction techniques in Pono Village, learning from Heritage Foundation’s pioneering methods. Inspired to replicate this sustainable model in disaster-stricken communities back home, they seek to empower resilience and community strength.

Researchers from Philippines interview dr. Yasmeen Lari to  learn about her sustainable construction methods using bamboo.

Researchers from Philippines interview dr. Yasmeen Lari to learn about her sustainable construction methods using bamboo.

Researchers from Philippines interview dr. Yasmeen Lari to learn about her sustainable construction methods using bamboo. With Philippines also a regular target for natural disasters, the team wants to uncover the wisdom behind her eco-conscious designs, forging a path towards a more resilient future for their own communities. 

The Earth and I published an article titled, “Barefoot Architect  brings Sustainable Housing to Pakistan’s poor.”

The Earth and I published an article titled, “Barefoot Architect brings Sustainable Housing to Pakistan’s poor.”

The Earth and I published an article titled, “Barefoot Architect brings Sustainable Housing to Pakistan’s poor.” The article talks about how Dr. Yasmeen Lari and her ‘Barefoot Social Article’ (BASA) program work to uplift impoverished communities without impacting the environment.

Shankarkohli village, Sindh celebrates the fruition of their women’s savings program with the opening of a new school.

Shankarkohli village, Sindh celebrates the fruition of their women’s savings program with the opening of a new school.

Empowering Futures: From community efforts to a thriving school! Shankarkohli village in Sindh celebrates the fruition of their women’s savings program with the opening of a new school. With 75 eager learners attending in two shifts, the future looks brighter than ever.