Aakash Mani portfolio BFA I M.ARCH
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CONTENTS 01
ECO - TOURISM CENTER The Changing seasons and colourful tree leaves between summer and winter are quite inspiring. Drawing inspiration from this, I have conceptualised my design by splitting the structure into two parts to represent summer and winter and the changing colour of the leaves.
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HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY MUSEUM
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RE - IMAGINING ST.MARY’S
My concept for proposed museum aims to reflect both HISTORICAL and CONTEMPORARY design and integrate them just as the people of Charleston living in their Historical city in urban setting.
There will be significant new public spaces and the city fabric will be renewed. At the heart of St.Mary’s, A new promenade provides a range of amneities and becomes a symbol for the regeneration of the area.
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THE HOUSE OF HELIANTHUS
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GRAMMA VIDYALAYA NIKETAN SCHOOL
Based on my client's needs, I came up with a challenging concept of a layout in which the private rooms have a clear view of the sea all through. I was inspired by the Sunflower whose spiral formation allows a clear view from all sides.
My aim of the project is to bring about through my design concept “A Quality and efficient school in Rural communities in India which will increase the literacy rate.” It focuses on qualitative design, efficient use of materials, better infrastructure and a healthy environment in Rural schools.
SEASONS - AN ECO TOURISM CENTER JINHAI LAKE - BEIJING, CHINA
My site is located in the picturesque mountains region of Beijing; China surrounded by lush green forest. The tall trees with their changing leaf colours in season add grandeur and delight. My inspiration for Eco-Tourism in Beijing is inspired by the fantastic traditional architecture of dynastic type. The changing season and colourful tree leaves between summer and winter are quite inspiring. Drawing inspiration from this, I have conceptualised my design by splitting the structure into two parts to represent summer and winter and the changing colour of leaves.
SITE PLAN
KEY 1. PARKING SPACE 2. PERGOLA DECK 3. POND 4. SKYLIGHT 5. STEPPED FACADE 6. ENTRANCE 7. ADA ACCESS 8. VEGETATION
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FLOOR PLANS
LEVEL - 1 1. Administration Space 2. Fire exit 3. Restrooms 4. Elevator 5. Storage Space 6. Medical Room 7. Washroom 8. Cafeteria 9. Entrance 10. Mechanical & Electrical Room 11. Play area (Kids) 12. Pond 13. Outdoor Space
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LEVEL - 2 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26.
Pavilion Outdoor Space Restrooms Fire Exit Elevator Educational Lab Storage Space Mechanical and Electrical Room Computer Lab Library Lounge Classrooms Workshop Balconies
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LEVEL - 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Bedroom Bathroom Laundry Mud Room Living Room Dining & Kitchen Elevator
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PERGOLA DECK
SOUTH ELEVATION
WEST ELEVATION
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herry wood is a brown American hardwood that has a hint of pink or dark red to it. It darkens with age, and this quality is considered both desirable and beautiful.
SECTIONS
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SECTION - AA
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SECTION - BB
HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY MUSEUM CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
Charleston is one of the oldest cities in US holding history of over 300 years. The Revolutinary war at the battle of Fort Sullivan, Americas First Museum, Civil War, historical naval harbor and other amazingly preserved historical homes in Charleston. Over the years Charleston has developed entering into the Contemporary world of development and expansion and yet preserving its rich cultural history. My concept for proposed museum aims to reflect both HISTORICAL and CONTEMPORARY design and integrate them just as the people of Charleston living in their Historical city in urban settings. Taking inspiration from Gardenia plant, one side of the leaf would showcase exhibits of the historical times of Charleston. Both the buildings blend at a point leading to the openness towards the river where live performing arts and other activities will be held. The design would give ample space for human interaction at both sides merging into the openness where visitors and viewers can experience the transformation from historical to contemporary of Charleston and they can have a breathtaking view of the cooper river bridge and the happenings on the other side of the river.
GALLERY SPACE
Step 1
CONCEPTUAL DIAGRAM
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Step 3
SITE PLAN
VEHICULAR PATTERN
VIEWS AROUND THE SITE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
1. PUBLIC EXTERIOR SPACE 2. SKYLIGHT INTEGRATION 3. ADMINISTRATION SPACE 4. AUDITORIUM 5. SERVICE SPACE 6. ENTRANCE
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PUBLIC EXTERIOR SPACE
LEVEL - 1 1. Mechanical Room 2. Gift Shop 3. Elevator 4. Administrative Space 5. Staff Restroom 6. Information Booth 7. Locker Room 8. Storage Room 9. Workshop 10. Cafe
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PRIMARY GALLERY SPACE
LEVEL - 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Balcony Primary Gallery Space Elevator Women’s Restroom Men’s Restroom
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EAST ELEVATION
PERSPECTIVE SECTION DIAGRAM
LOW ENERGY DEMAND High Insulation of walls, windows, and roofs, reduced cold bridges, airtight building envelope, controlled ventilation and heat exchange
ENERGY SUPPLY Heat pump; Hot tap water
GREY WATER From Restrooms and Kitchen (Cafeteria)
Pre-heated Ventilation air
STORM WATER Reuse for water conservation and dishwash for cafeteria
SOLAR PANELS For Electricity and Hot thermal water Storage
WALL SECTION DETAIL
DETAIL A
Green Roof ACP Coping Cladding
DETAIL C
DETAIL A Vegetation
1” Thick Double Glazed Unit Glass Alumnium Transom with Finish
Lightweight Growing Medium Filler Fleece Membrane Insulation Board Waterproof Membrane
Alumnium Transom Finish Timber Flooring
Roof/ Deck
DETAIL B
Insulation Tray for Spandrel Panel
DETAIL B S.S Top Rail
Alumnium Mullion Finish
0.5” Thick Toughened Glass
Concrete Slab 24” Concrete Beam
Alumnium Base Section for Supporting the Glass Anchor Fastner Ledge Wall
DETAIL C
ACP
Alumnium Section to support ACP Alumnium Section
ACP Coping Cladding
Structural Glazing
Parapet Wall
Pile Foundation
ADMINISTRATIVE SPACE
PERSPECTIVE EXTERIOR VIEW
RE - IMAGINING ST. MARY’S ST.MARY’S, GEORGIA
GROUP PROJECT - AAKASH MANI, TARUN DUTT
There will be significant new public spaces and the city fabric will be renewed. At the heart of St. Mary’s, a new promenade provides a range of amenities and becomes a symbol for the regeneration of the area. The Design aims at creating St. Mary’s as a tourist centre by creating a modern approach towards it’s traditional style of Architecture without hampering the essence and beauty of the city.
SITE DIAGRAMS
TRANSPORTATION
ZONING
BUFFER AREAS
SECTION THROUGH RAIL LINK
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OARD WALK VIEW
The beauty of boardwalk is constructed for pedestrians to walk and go for a jog to experience overlooking the river and lush green area.
CITY MARKET The streets are planned with the central spine being the main link between the site and downtown and connecting the other tributary streets to form a seamless flow of traffic.
SECTION THROUGH CITY MARKET
WATER FRONT
The cultural centre forms the”heart of the city” which comprises of the riverfront marina, stepped water from where the entire city’s heirarchy is defined.
rfront ghat, and a central avenue with the city market in the middle and the hotel becoming the apex,
AERIAL VIEW
CLUSTER DETAIL
THE HOUSE OF HELIANTHUS AUCKLAND, NEWZEALAND
The House of Helianthus is located in a private area surrounded with sea and greenery. It’s far away from the city. Based on my client's needs, I came up with a challenging concept of a layout in which the private rooms have a clear view of the sea all through. I was inspired by the Sunflower whose spiral formation allows a clear view from all sides. I kept the Courtyard as the centre point or the Eye of the building around which various rooms are laid out. The private rooms and the unique seating room provide a breathtaking view of the sea from the comfort of interiors. A spiral form staircase has produced in the living room leading to the next level. The next level is a combination of private rooms for his children and other leisure areas like gym, playroom, and open terrace. A standard swimming pool with the heating system and greenery surround the outside of the house lending to its beauty.
SITE PLAN
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Vehicular pattern Pedestrian pattern Swimming Pool Vegetation N
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LEVEL - 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Bedroom Bathroom Laundry Mud Room Living Room Dining & Kitchen Elevator
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LEVEL - 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Bedroom Bathroom Gym Home theater Storage space Bar Elevator Balcony
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SOUTH ELEVATION
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EAST ELEVATION
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SECTION - A
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View of Swimming Pool
Dining and Kitchen
Coffee place with garden
Master Bedroom
INTERIOR VIEWS
GRAMMA VIDYALAYA NIKETAN SCHOOL SANTHAVELLUR VILLAGE - ANDHRAPRADESH, INDIA
Education is everyone’s birthright. The health of a country depends upon its economic progress which is directly related to the levels of literacy in the country. Education shapes and builds a persons character. However, in the majority of the countries in the world literacy rates are at dismal low owing to several factors like lack of quality teachers, funds and amenities. My project focus is in Rural India with specific reference to lack of Good Schools being one of the main reasons for low literacy rates. My aim of the project is to bring about through my design concept “A Quality and efficient school in Rural communities in India which will increase the literacy rate.” My project will focus on qualitative design, efficient use of materials, better infrastructure and a healthy environment in Rural schools. The plan would also aim to identify and use low-cost, sustainable materials and construction methods for an economical cost.
“Education is the most powerful weapon which can use to change the world”.
- Nelson Mandela INDIA
WORLD’S LITERACY RATE SUDAN
Sub-Saharan Africa
64%
South West Asia
70.2% AUSTRALIA
81% to 100% Literacy Rate 51% to 80% Literacy Rate
Oceania
71.3%
0% to 50% Literacy Rate
WORLD’S LITERACY RATE IS ABOVE 86.3 % 90%
82.7%
World’s Literacy Rate amongst youth aged 15 and 24 is:
91.36%
Refers to the percentage of people who can read and write vs. those who are not. World’s population has estimated to have reached
7.6 Billion.
LITERACY RATIO IS HIGER IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES
EDUCATED PARENTS
EVERY CHILD GOES TO SCHOOL AND COMPLETE EDUCATION
NO GENDER PARITY, ALL ARE EQUAL
LOW POPULATION LEADS TO BETTER PLANNING
SCALE
COMBINATION Elementary Middle Higher
CIRCULATION
ACCESSIBILITY
FLEXIBILITY
NATURE
CONNECTION
AERIAL VIEW
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ITE ANALYSIS DIAGRAMS
SUN WIND CIRCULATION SUNPEDESTRIAN ANDAND WIND CIRCULATION ICULAR PATTERN AR ANDAND PEDESTRIAN PATTERN
SUN AND WIND
VIEWS AROUND THE BUILDING VIEWS AROUND THE BUILDING WIND CIRCULATION SUN SUN ANDAND WIND CIRCULATION
VIEWS
SITEPEDESTRIAN DRAINAGE SITE DRAINAGE VIEWS AROUND THE BUILDING VEHICULAR AND PATTERN VIEWS AROUND THE BUILDING
VEHICULAR AND PEDESTRIAN PATTERN
NOISE ANALYSIS DRAINAGE SUN ANDNOISE WINDANALYSIS CIRCULATION SITE SITE DRAINAGE
SITE DRAINAGE
NOISE ANALYSIS VIEWS AROUND THE BUILDING NOISE ANALYSIS
NOISE ANALYSIS
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KEY 1. PARKING 2. OPEN SPACE 3. BIGGER PLAY AREA 4. KIDS PLAY AREA 5. COMMUNITY CENTER 6. ADA ACCESS 7. LOADING DOCK ENTRANCE
SITE PLAN N
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COMM U
NITY C ENTRE
FLOOR PLANS
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2 4
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4 8 9
ADMINISTRATIVE
4 3
HIGH SCHOOL BLOCK
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5
CAFE
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K BL OC
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TA RY
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ELEMENTARY
MIDDLE BLOCK
HIGH SCHOOL BLOCK
1. Classrooms 1a, 2a, 3a, 4a 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Staffroom 6. Workshop 7. Music Classroom 8. Dance Classroom 9. Elevator
1. Classrooms 5a, 6a, 7a 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Staffroom 6. Workshop 7. Music Classroom 8. Staff Restroom 9. Elevator
1. Classrooms 8a, 9a, 10a 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Staff Room 6. Workshop 7. Music Classroom 8. Staff Restroom 9. Elevator
LEVEL 1
EAST ELEVATION
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2 4
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EM EN
OC BL
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LE
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4 10 5
ADMINISTRATIVE
4 3
HIGH SCHOOL BLOCK
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CAFE
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K BL OC TA RY EM EN
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ELEMENTARY
MIDDLE BLOCK
HIGH SCHOOL BLOCK
1. Classrooms 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Kids Indoor Games 6. Workshop 7. Storage Room 8. Electrical Room 9. Elevator
1. Classrooms 5b, 6b, 7b 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Science Lab 6. Mechanical Room 7. Computer Lab 8. Staff Restroom 9. Elevator
1. Classrooms 8b, 9b, 10b 2. Boys Restroom 3. Girls Restroom 4. Courtyard 5. Science Lab 6. Biology Classroom 7. Language Room 8. Computer Lab 9. Elevator 10. Staff Restroom
LEVEL 2
NORTH ELEVATION
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OC BL
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LE
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DD
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MI
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SECTION A
A A
GALVALUME SHEET RAFTER 70x70 TIMBER
PURLIN
INTERMEDIATE VERTICAL & DIAGONAL 40x40 TIMBER 80 x 80 COLUMN TIMBER
D 70x70 TIMBER
T4
T8
COMPUTER LAB
COURTYARD AREA
TECHNICAL DETAIL
P
INSULATED GALVANIZED SHEET TIMBER WOOD FRAMING
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A
D
C
WOODEN BEAM RAIN WATER OUTLET RAIN WATER PIPE RCC CONCRETE COLUMN LINTEL BEAM
SILL BEAM RED OXIDE FINISH FLY ASH BRICK CONCRETE SLAB
SILL BEAM RCC BEAM GROUND LEVEL 0’-0”
PLAIN CEMENT CONCRETE
N.G.L -3’-0”
CONCRETE COLUMN FOOTING
PURLIN CONNECTION GALVUME SHEET ISA 80x40 PURLIN 50x50x2
DETAIL A
DETAIL B 6mm dia bolt
DETAIL C 6mm dia bolt
DETAIL D 6mm dia bolt
6mm dia bolt 5mm thick plate
5mm thick plate
5mm thick plate
5mm thick plate
HALLWAY
ELEMENTARY PERSPECTIVE VIEW
ENTRANCE AREA
MIDDLE BLOCK PERSPECTIVE VIEW
CLASSROOM
“ Cre at i vi ty i s i n fi n i t e ”