PARSONS SCHOOL OF
DESIGN PRESENTS:

Off Grid Assemblies: A guide to electricity in remote region of Turtuk, India

Parth

Creative Technologist
Parth is a creative technologist working at the intersection of nature, art, and technology. He is deeply interested in material intelligence, how physical systems behave, respond, and evolve with its surroundings. He has also been involved in exploring generative 3D forms as a way of engaging with spatial and procedural aesthetics. His background spans urban design and game development, grounding his work in both spatial thinking and interactive storytelling.
Thesis Faculty
Off Grid Assemblies

Abstract

The project aims to create a low-cost DIY kit for off-grid electricity in the remote region of Turtuk, Leh, India, in collaboration with the local community. The kit will include visual schematics for wind turbines and electronics such as inverter, MPPT Controller for supporting hybrid power system, empowering residents to construct and maintain the turbines independently, providing additional support for the electricity generation.

Conversations with the community

Small scale prototyping

Making it using local materials

A trip to Turtuk