Rooted in the Elements
At Fateh Collection, sustainability is not a programme bolted onto the business. Built in harmony with the land and guided by traditional wisdom, each property is designed to exist with minimal disruption to its natural surroundings.
Powered predominantly by solar energy and supported by conscious design, our approach is structured around the four elements—Agni (Energy), Prithvi (Earth), Jal (Water) and Vayu (Air). Together they shape a system that is self-aware, resourceful, and deeply connected to the environment it inhabits.
Agni · Our Solar Impact
Through our solar energy initiatives, we have already saved 5,410 tonnes of CO₂ emissions—and continue to eliminate 670 tonnes of CO₂ annually. To put that impact into perspective, our yearly solar savings are equivalent to planting 33,500 mature trees, or avoiding the burning of 340 tonnes of coal every single year.
Figures as of 1st August 2026.
Guided by balance.
Every practice across our properties belongs to one of four elemental disciplines—a framework drawn from traditional wisdom and applied to the running of a modern hotel.
Building with the land, not over it.
Across each property, architecture and operations are guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention, material reuse, and a deep sensitivity to the surrounding ecosystem.
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Fateh Garh rises gently along the natural contours of the Aravalli Range, shaped by the land rather than imposed upon it. Built largely by hand and guided by traditional Vaastu principles, the structure allows natural light and airflow to regulate temperature—reducing the need for mechanical intervention while offering uninterrupted, panoramic views.
II
Every stone carries a past. Large parts of the structure have been carefully dismantled from heritage sites and reassembled—stone by stone—on the hills of Udaipur. Locally sourced materials and indigenous stone further root the architecture in its geography, reducing the need for new extraction and long-distance transport.
III
Spread across acres of the Aravalli landscape, the properties are designed to coexist with their natural surroundings. Low-impact development, renewable energy systems and chemical-free practices help preserve existing ecosystems—allowing native flora and fauna, including a rich variety of birdlife, to continue thriving undisturbed.
IV
The relationship with the land extends to its people. Local communities are actively engaged through employment, sourcing and cultural exchange—ensuring that the region's traditions, crafts and cuisine remain an integral part of the guest experience.
Doors, timber and architectural fragments from old havelis and historic structures are given renewed life across the properties. These elements are not decorative additions, but living artefacts—carrying forward stories, craftsmanship and a sense of continuity.
Reclaimed pillars, arches and stone details are thoughtfully integrated into spaces across Fateh Garh, Khas Mahal and Fateh Vilas. The result is an architecture that feels layered—where the ruggedness of Rajasthan's stone meets the quiet refinement of contemporary design.
Our approach to construction is rooted in what we call a “heritage renaissance”—reviving materials, techniques and sensibilities while integrating renewable energy and water systems suited to the terrain. It is an ongoing effort to demonstrate that luxury can exist not in excess, but in balance.
Beyond the property, into people and practice.
Sustainability at Fateh Collection extends beyond infrastructure. The team is largely drawn from local communities, supporting livelihoods while reducing travel impact. Each member is encouraged to carry these practices into everyday life—fostering awareness, responsibility, and a shared commitment towards a more conscious future.
A closed-loop approach to zero-waste hospitality.
Approximately 100 tonnes of food material is diverted from landfill each year through a system in which food waste feeds the dairy herd, manure and bone meal enrich the fields, and the fields grow the fodder. The full account—along with our reed-bed water treatment—is set out on its own page.
Eight heritage properties across Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh and Ranthambhore—built with the land, powered by the sun, and run in a closed loop.