JAALI WALL

India’s construction industry faces a growing challenge: its reliance on carbon-intensive materials and practices contributes significantly to its carbon emissions, exacerbated by inadequate waste management infrastructure. Exploring alternative materials is crucial to mitigating this environmental impact. This paper examines the innovative use of biodegradable eggshell bricks in constructing jaali walls. Jaali walls, traditionally crafted from intricately carved stone or wood, are renowned for their aesthetic appeal and ability to provide natural ventilation and light filtration through perforations. This research investigates the feasibility of utilizing eggshell waste, a readily available and sustainable material, to create eco-friendly jaali wall systems. The study examines the manufacturing process of eggshell bricks, their structural properties, and their suitability for creating complex jaali patterns. The environmental benefits of using eggshell bricks, such as waste reduction and reduced reliance on conventional building materials, are discussed. The findings of this research contribute to the development of sustainable building practices and offer a novel approach to traditional jaali wall construction.