Our Vision and Mission

COSTFORD - Center of Science and Technology For Rural Development, was formed on March 15th 1985 under the leadership and guidance of Shri. C. Achutha Menon, former Chief Minister of Kerala. The Head Office of COSTFORD is at Ayyanthole, Thrissur. Padmasree (late) Dr. Laurie Baker was the founding chairperson and guru.

COSTFORD - COST EFFECTIVE CONSTRUCTION - so that the scientific approaches to common materials, techniques and needs come within the reach of the poorest people but are equally accepted to all.

THE MAIN AIM IS tackling the problems of the poor and especially of the rural poor. However, so many people have been impressed by the simple, do- it-yourself, commonsense approach that quite a number of middle class people and government organizations and departments also seek and get help from us.