Noida Habitat Center , Architectural Thesis

NOIDA HABITAT CENTER

SECTOR 33A, NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH

ARCHITECTURAL THESIS

AMAN JINDAL

15GSOA101018

AMAN JINDAL

15GSOA101018

AMAN JINDAL

FINAL YEAR B.ARCH

GALGOTIAS SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

GREATER NOIDA

INTRODUCTION :

A convention center is a large building that is designed to hold a convention where individuals and group gather to promote a common interest. A convention center is designed in most cases for the purpose of conducting meetings, rallies , seminars. It may also be adopted for a specific event , such as appearances by well known speaker or musicians. In some cases meetings or other events takes place in center or building not specifically designed for conventions , but large enough to accommodate attendees. Convention center receives guests from local , national and international markets the various market segments that visit these facilities are dedicated by the types of events that are hosted

AIM :

The aim of the thesis is to design unique places to make people move from different cities and countries to attend conferences and exhibitions. To create a landmark through unique architectural design.

OBJECTIVES :

1. To create a place for social and cultural gathering.

2. To create a venue for exhibitions an meetings.

3. To create interactive spaces and landscaping to generate public interests and interaction.

4. To create a landmark through unique architectural features.

SCOPE :

To evolve a design with forms and spaces with distinct architectural features focusing on space utilization and functions. This project deals with the design which is well adoptable in terms of typology, functions and climatic conditions.

The Mice Industry

MICE is a type of tourism in which groups usually planned well in advance are brought together for a particular purpose. MICE is an acronym for the Meetings, incentives , conventions and exhibitions tourism segment. this is therefore a business oriented segment involving obligatory (or non discretionary) travel. The incentives part of mice is the odd one out - though it is related to business, as it is usually provided to employees or dealers/distributors as a reward , it tends to be leisure based

NEED FOR CONVENTION CENTRE :

Delhi has a 35 % share of the international conventions and meetings hosted in India. It hosted 37 international conventions out of a total of 110 conventions hosted in India. It hosts approximately 110 exhibitions and nearly 11000 conferences every year.

The supply of Delhi is characterized by the following : Stand alone convention or exhibitions centers like vigyan bhawan and pragati maidan. Five star and four star hotels. Industry association facilities like FICCI auditorium, PHDCCI auditorium as well as Indian Habitat Centre. None of these centers can cater to all kinds of mice events , some host exhibitions and host conferences and banquets. Though Pragati Maidan provides convention facilities . However it has not developed a key destination due to small size of convention halls and poor qualities of other facilities available. The largest convention center has a sitting capacity of 200 people. There is a clear lack of integrated convention and exhibition center of global standards in Delhi.

CLIMATE :

• In summer, i.e. from march to June ,the weather remains hot and the temperature ranges from maximum of 48° to a minimum of 28°c.Momsoon season prevails during Mid-June to Mid-September.

• The cold waves from the Himalayan region Makes the winters in Noida chilly and harsh.

• Temperatures fall to as low as 3 to 4°c at the peak of winters

• The prevailing winds Flow from north-east towards south-west.

• The prevailing winds flow from north-west to southeast.

LOCATION :

LIMITATION :

In this thesis i will design the convention center in detail and blocking of other facilities like exhibition halls, hotels and commercial area.

JUSTIFICATION OF THE TOPIC :

Nowadays the rapid development of mega cities and metro cities are the cause of the Growth of population , industries and business sectors. There is a need to expose the activities and creativities in front of people across the globe to promote new trends and cultures. As a result a space is required to gather people where this kind of events can betaken place. This is the concept of a convention center where people can gather to share and earn various experiences. These centers emphasizes both public and private events. encourages tourism developments, business developments, cultural activities, social gathering and amusements.

SITE ANALYSIS

INTRODUCTION :

The site proposed for convention center is located in sector 33- A , NOIDA , which is the new industrial city of Uttar Pradesh NOIDA has now emerged as a planned , integrated , modern industrial city well connected to Delhi through the network of roads , national highways and the ultra modern DND flyover , offering inter – road linkages to all the parts of the country. The project is expected to be the first fully integrated convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct in the district. The center is intended to provide an opportunity for organization, business executives, academics and professionals to gather and interact in an informal environment.

It is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh at the fringes of Delhi, the national capital, located at the doorstep of Delhi, NOIDA is only 14 KM away from Canaught Place .

The 550m long, eight lane NOIA toll bridge across Yamuna connecting maharani bagh in Delhi to Noida has further reduced the distance, time and cost of commuting to and fro Delhi-NOIDA. NOIDA has all the key advantages of Delhi without having its disadvantages. Noida is bounded by NH-24 Bye-pass in the north beyond which the Ghaziabad development area exists, in the east by river Hindon beyond which Greater Noida Development Area exists, in the West by river Yamuna , beyond which are the states of Delhi and Haryana and in the south is the meeting point of the rivers Yamuna and Hindon

GRID IRON CONCEPT :

Noida has been planned on the grid iron concept and employs state of the art technology in Engineering, urban planning and architecture . Significantly , it conceptualizes the needs of a fast Developing city of the future. The action plan and approach compares well with international standards and is aimed at providing rapid momentum to the growth of the industrial sector both in the state of Uttar Pradesh and the Country.

• With already existing buildings on the surroundings like hospitals, apartments etc. the electrical line are already laid along the site.

• Similarly the main drain lines are already laid on the site, which can be further connected to drain on the site

Vigyan Bhawan Hyderabad International Convention Centre

INTRODUCTION AND SITE ANALYSIS

EDGE ANALYSIS

• The road granting access to the site through the south east in SHIVALIK marg which has heavy traffic flow due to metro station nearby and also ISBT on the next roundabout

• To the north east has a service road which has least traffic flow

• This road connecting and hence sees heavy fast moving traffic , especially during the office hours by people commuting to work from the residential area .

INFERENCE

• Due to the already busy nature of the edge the entrance to the site from this direction can be restricted.

• The footpath along the site has scope for more pedestrian traffic although it currently sees little.

• The face of the site along this edge is the most public and extremely important.

• The road granting access to the site through the south-west is the golf road the development it leads to followed by residential area.

• The road branches out from the SHIVALIK MARG creating an intersection at one corner of the site.

• The blue metro line run parallel to this road .

• The traffic on this road is fast moving as well.

TOPOGRAPHY

• VEGETATION- lush green vegetation existing on the site and small green belt on the north

• SHAPE-the site is almost flat and rectangular in shape .

• SOIL TYPE –alluvial soil, bearing capacity off soil is 150kg/sq

SITE CONNECTIVITY

INFERENCE

• Due to the laid back nature of the traffic here, there is possibility to develop a pedestrian friendly edge of the complex here.

• There is also better opportunity for vehicular access to the site from this road.

• The public interface of the program can be developed along this face .

Along the site

• there is long patch of commercial land use which is about 2.2km long.

• In which there is sports complex ( cricket stadium, golf course, football ground, recreational land too), adobe headquarter , proposed corporate offices, wave city center etc.

• Below diagram shows the growth rate of different sectors over an decade.

• Rapid pace growth of these sectors specially commercial sector, pulls the need of habitat center.

• In which individual and group of people gather to promote a common interest.

• Conduct meetings, rallies, seminars etc. And also create the opportunities of jobs for commercial sectors.

ABOUT THE SITE :

AREA = 4.25 HECTARE

MAX. GROUND COVERAGE = 30%

I.E.. 12750 SQ.M

MAX. FAR = 150

MAX. B.U.P = 63750 SQ. M

MAX. HEIGHT = NO RESTRICTION SET BACKS : FRONT = 15 M

REAR = 12 M

CONNECTIVITY

1. STP is located at a distance of 2 km from the site.

2. Nearest Metro Station is 2.3 km away Wave City Centre Noida

3. Nearest bus stop is inter bus stop which is 1.2 km away

4. IGI Airport is located at a distance of 30 km

S.W.O.T Analysis : Strength

Site is located on a flat land .This allows the building to be in rhythm with the surrounding .easily accessible from metro , MMTS as well as bus stop , thus promoting public transport. Presence of important building in the precinct allows the project to function as a part of large network

Weaknesses

As the land around is still underdeveloped ,it is difficult to respond to the possible future development .

Opportunities

The location of the site is its most striking feature and can be utilized in the architectural expression as it is located on a corner plot .Giving full accessed view from outside . The slope of the is favorable for the creation of green spaces next to the road , where rain water run off can be collected .

Site has the potential to direct the kind of development that will come up in the future . Corner plot allows for better connection with the movement system around the site –better scope for creating a pedestrian edge

Threats

If the future development on adjoining plot does not go about as planned , the project may end being an island disconnected from the surrounding.

5. New Delhi Railway Station is at a distance of 20km

SERVICE ROAD MAIN ROAD

SPACE SHANDARDS

CASE STUDY IHC DELHI

INDIA HABITAT CENTER

Delhi, India (1989-92)

Architects

Joseph Allen Stein-Stein, Doshi &Bhalla Architects

Client

India Habitat Center Society

Site Area 4 Ha

FAR 1.4

B. Area 53000sq.m

S. Builtup 97000sq.m

Program

Offices

Convention Center Auditorium

Theatres

Art Galleries

Library & Resource Center Restaurants

Member Facilities

SITE CONDITIONS

INTRODUCTION

The Indian HABITAT CENTRE (IHC) was conceived as forum for handing multi- disciplinary issues involved in the development of human settlements. The project weaves urban design into a synergetic inter-relationship between institutions working in diverse habitat-related fields to optimize their total effectiveness. It mixes work, commercial and social spaces to result in an integrated urban physical form, with common facilities for information dissemination.

BUILDING PROGRAM

IHC is programmed as a moderately dense complex with institutional and office work spaces, conference and library facilities, including a diverse range of facilities for the members.

• 40,000 sq.m. of office accommodation

• Conference rooms with a total capacity of 1000 in various configurations holding 30 to 450 people

• 60 guest rooms, 5 suites, 5 service apartments

• Conference rooms, cafeteria, restaurants and private dining rooms can handle around 1500 persons at a time

• 700 sq.m. of exhibition space

• 420 capacity auditorium, 250 capacity amphitheater

• Parking for 933 cars and 2000 two wheelers

• 25% of the total area goes into landscaped courts

Architectural Vision And implementation

The genesis of the design, according to Stein, is rooted in the fact that he is a “horizontal architect with a profound dislike for automobiles and the need climate modification, the application of these with the co-operation of the client led to a conscious decision to under build” . Thus, the complex is realized as an oasis of quiet greenery in the midst of the chaos of the city.

Plan site located on Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The L-shaped site has frontage on three sides, all boundary by roads. The fourth side is flanked by Bal Bharti School. The area is predominantly institutional along Lodhi Road and residential as one moves deeper inside.

CLIMATE

• Humid sub- tropical

• Average temperature range from 19- 32 depending on the weather.

• Summer are hot ,winter are quite cold, with most amount of rain during monsoons.

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESS

• The site can be accessed from the three sides boundary by roads.

• Lodhi Road on the north serves as pedestrian entrance. Roads on the west, Max Mueller Marg, and south,

• Vardhman Marg serves as direct access roads to different area of the complex and entry by vehicle is allowed.

• The site lies 1 km from the main road connecting I.T.O and A.I.I.M.S

• 200m from Lodhi Corner Bus Stop

• 1Km from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Metro Station on the Violet Line.

• The creation of a green and healthy environment forms the backbone of the complex environment of the complex. This contributes to the urban level functions and also creates a healthy and pleasant environment for the working employees.

• The height of the building is 30m.

• The entire façade is cladded with red bricks which gave a majestic look to the structure.

• There are 5 main building blocks which are interconnected by means of aerial walkways.

• The external facade is in a language of exposed red brick, exposed concrete and glass, concrete frame with an infill concrete block and brick cladding.

• The atrium of the structure is beautifully designed with various landscape features such as sculpture, green areas in the centers resulting in the formation of the roundabout in the atrium . The atrium is rectangular in shape and is divided into 3 parts

• Massive steel girders have been used for the const. purposes.

• The entire office block rests on the steel girders without any support of the columns in between the longitudinal plan.

Satellite image of Indian habitat

Multi purpose space Landscaping courtyard serves as interactive space View from the terrace

RESPONSE TO SITE

The neighborhood is marked by free flowing traffic and not much public activity. The buildings here do not interact with each other or the street and this results in very little pedestrian movement and is essentially vehicular in nature. IHC, therefore, is an inward looking complex, whose public activity is removed from the surroundings.

• The India Habitat Centre was conceived to be a catalyst relationship between individuals and institutions in complete harmony with the habitat. It consists of 37 institutions committed to habitat and environment along with 58 guest rooms,20 function rooms,4 performance venues one stein auditorium, restaurants, and fitness club. The various institution includes TERI, HUDCO, MCD, COA, NID, Centre of building research, renewable energy development, etc.

ENTRANCES:

• Gate no. 1 is on the Lodhi road and act mainly as staff entry for people working in habitat Centre

• Gate no. 2 is situated on Maxmuller rad and is mainly used as a vehicular entry

• Gate no. 3 is situated on Vardhman Marg and acts entrance for habitat Convention Centre.

• Gate no. 3A is also on Vardhman Marg and is mainly used as service entry.

STUDY OF VEHICULAR & PEDESTRAIAN MOVEMENTS AND PARKING

ENTRANCES AND PARKING:

• The ground was perceived as a vehicle-free environment except for repair & fire.

• The paved areas and outdoor spaces are provided with a vehicle-free environment which has to lead to the beautiful landscaping of the entire.

• The vehicular movement is only restricted to the periphery of the site and separate entrance gateways are provided for handicapped and pedestrians.

• All cars and scooters are directed into two levels of basement.

• Only two drops off the points-convention center porch, hotel porch.

• Parking at ground level from gate 1-only for members The whole complex is the pedestrian creating campus-like character.

• Pedestrian spaces are separated into movement and rest spaces.

• Movement spaces are dynamic for walking and moving slowly whereas rest spaces are static for sitting eating etc.

PARKING SYSTEM

• Total 1000 covered car parking and 2000 two wheeler parking .

• 50 surface parking.

• Two lower basement for parking.

COMPONENTS IHC

• The Habitat Library and resource Centre: Offers a range of resources to its members –newspaper, periodicals, multimedia, internet media, etc. It also Wi-Fi enabled and the user’s cam brings their laptops if they to and can access the internet in half-hrs. slot.

• The Library Lounge: Provides a relaxing space for members and it is also Wi-Fi enabled. It has a seating capacity of 50 persons. The open terrace seating area with 20 seats provides a panoramic view of south Delhi.

• The IHC Visual Art Gallery: Area: 5000 sq. ft. Used as an exhibition hall cum a gallery; A reception, a print room, toilet, control room for control of the light and sound.

• Banquets for Conferences and Seminars: The IHC world provides one of the finest convention centers in the country that is equipped with states of the art facilities in the conference halls, auditorium, guest room, and documentation.

THE COMPLEX IS DIVIDED INTO TWO MAIN BLOCKS-

• The NORTH BLOCK along the main roads is made of seven storied office spaces. Lower floors remains public.

• The SOUTH BLOCK Lodhi Housing Colony holds functions like auditorium, theatres, library, member facilities and guest rooms. The height decreases progressively from the North to the South Block in response to the housing. The built is also set further back from the plot line on this edge.

The Habitat Library The Library Lounge

The IHC Visual Art Gallery Banquets hall

Schematic section showing the framing of the view by bridges

NORTH BLOCK :

• The block adjoining the Lodhi Road and on the northern side of the site is this block.

• North Block is further divided into four zones –4, 5, 6 and 7.

• This block primarily comprises of office places supported by different areas like lift lobby, staircase, A.H.U. etc

SOUTH BLOCK:

• This block is further divided into `two’ zones –1 & 2, and houses most of ancillary facilities for the North block like residential guest rooms, conference, library, health club, swimming pool and restaurant etc.

• The zone 3 comprises of a 537 seats of auditorium.

• The IHC contains a variety of functions that cater to almost all types of requirements.

• Secretariat and documentation center.

• Finest banquets and innovative theme parties.

OFFICE BLOCK & CONVENTION CENTRE AT IHC (NEW DELHI)

• GENERAL OFFICE spaces are located mainly in the blocks adjacent to the main streets and are provided as free-flowing spaces without internal partitions.

• Service core consisting of two lifts, one staircase, A.H.U. room, electric and telephone connections (adjustable), duct and toilets for both sexes serve the office space

• All office spaces have the flexibility of providing their own wet areas apart from those provided in the central court. Office spaces measure approximately 14.15m X 14.15 m, and 33.1 m X 14.75 m.

• The entire building is air-conditioned and the basements are mechanically ventilated ceiling, ceiling reduces to 3.0 m

• The floor-to-floor height is 3.75 m, but with A.C. Ducts running across the height of office space with a false ceiling reduces to 3.0 m.

AUDITORIUM BLOCK (SOUTH ZONE)

This block comprises of auditoriums of varying capacities and basement theatres being used forth conference purposes. One of the best Auditoria in the country, the Auditorium at Habitat World is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure enabling direct telecast, 35 mm projection. The hall is ideal for large conferences, seminars, film screenings, presentations, theatre and cultural performances of all kinds. Simultaneous interpretation can be made available on request.

MAIN AUDITORIUM

The main auditorium has a translation system for three languages. It is easily operable by the user as selection can be done from the seats itself. There is a provision for controlling volume too.

The main auditorium is also provided with a Mahagony room, a hall suited for a small gathering with attached kitchenette and washroom apart from control rooms and projector room on the first floor

• The greenroom lacks the usual requirements of toilets.

• The ground floor also has offices & coffee lounge.

• The level difference between two- seat platforms is 1-6 which makes viewing absolutely obstruction-free. This auditorium has been provided with balcony seating too.

• The double-wall system avoid sounds disturbance from outside.

The Theatre - Amaltas, Kadamba, Rudraksha

This 'trinity' of rooms is an extremely flexible set with individual as well as combined usage possibilities. Ideal for workshops, board meetings and theatre/cultural performances of all kinds when combined. Can be used as three individual meeting rooms too.

Conference hall

Banquet hall

Image showing seating and celling of auditorium

Stage View from the back seat

CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

Habitat World provides one of the finest convention centers in the country that is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the conference halls, auditorium, guest rooms and documentation center. Members and nonmembers can both avail of the facilities of banquets/conferences based on rates available at the Banquet Office. Confirmation of an event is based on first-come, first-served basis. There are special rates for members’ guests

MAHOGANY

A hall best suited for small gatherings. Ideal for VIP requirements when used in conjunction with the Auditorium.

GULMOHAR

A large fixed seating hall with excellent acoustics and state-of the-art multimedia facilities. Each table is equipped with a set of mikes. Ideal for large seminars, corporate presentations, press interactions, product launches etc.

CHINAR & WILLOW

Ideal for small functions, like conferences, board meetings, presentations, workshops, seminars and parties, these rooms can be used separately or together combining the foyer too.

SILVER OAK

One of the finest halls at Habitat, Silver Oak also has outdoor attachments in form of a patio as well as garden space. Ideally located on the ground floor level, the hall allows versatile use of space for everything - ranging from exhibitions, conferences, seminars etc. to the finest banquet parties in the evening. The hall could even be divided into two separate sections, further enhancing its versatility.

JACARANDA

Elegantly carpeted, Jacaranda could be used as one large space or further divided into two independent units. Ideal for corporate meetings, seminars, workshops and fine parties.

CASUARINA

A fixed seating hall equipped with state-of-the-art multimedia facilities and each table equipped with a set of mikes. Ideal for seminars, corporate presentations, press interactions, product launches etc.

MAGNOLIA

A free seating hall, allowing flexible seating option suited for both conference and party usage.

MAPLE

The Maple Room has been elegantly done up for that exclusively party or small conference

JUNIPER

Elegantly carpeted, Juniper is a large space ideal for corporate meetings, seminars, workshops and fine parties. Ideally located on the ground floor, the hall allows the versatile use of space with the food setup is provided inside the hall only

MARIGOLD

Marigold has been elegantly done up for exclusive parties or small conferences. Ideally located on the ground floor, the food setup is provided inside the hall only

TAMARIND

Elegantly carpeted, Tamarind allows versatile use of space for everything - ranging from conferences, seminars etc. to the finest banquet parties in the evening. Located on the first floor, the food setup is provided inside the hall only

CYPRESS

Ideal for small functions like board meetings, presentations, workshops and parties. Located on the first floor, the food setup is provided inside the hall only

DOCUMENTATION CENTRE

The Documentation Centre at Habitat has 6 cabins as well as 6 workstations that can be hired for variable periods of time. Fitted with all modern business aids, the Documentation Centre provides an ideal setting for a Secretariat for large international conferences

SPATIAL ORGANIZATION

The habitat center is organized as a series of four to seven-story blocks around linked shaded courtyards. The built forms are grouped around climate tempered courts, shaded by overhead sunscreens and are enlivened by vertical gardens.

Spaces are segregated on the basis of their level of publicans. All area which is expected to experience a large and regular inflow of public have been placed close to the entrances. Offices are accessed from the courtyards. Courts and landscaped areas connect the public with semi-public areas.

However, there is limited engagement between the office workers and the activity in the courtyards due to horizontal windows where vertical would have suited better

SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES

The interesting blue sunshade provided between two buildings in court helps maintain a comfortable environment and has a cooling effect. The trees help maintain a green environment. Fountains make the environment cooler & give an effect of lightness

The building is planned in such a way that maximum part of the floor enjoys sunlight. Sunlight is also allowed in the basement through interesting glass and metal structures in the courtyards

SERVICES

The entire building is air- conditioned, the basements are mechanically ventilated, sprinkler systems are installed in all usable areas and the complex has its own water purification plant. Fire escape staircases and lobbies are pressurized to prevent the spread of fire along vertical shafts.

All office spaces have the flexibility of providing their own wet areas, apart from those provided in the central cores, and a floor grid provides adjustable connections for power and telephones that can be integrated with the partitioning. Computerized building management systems, including have been watering of windows boxes and the detection of faults. The level of detail that has been applied to the services is indeed remarkable.

STRUCTURE SYSTEM

• The concrete frame is filled in with various types of cladding (local stone, pre-cast concrete panels), windows, and shading devices of various sizes, the particular quality of the site. The final construction was highly economical, largely as a result of efficient construction and use of simple exposed material which requires no additional finishes.

• Basically on most of the facade of the Indian Habitat Centre having the Exposed Brickwork.

• This combination of simple material and careful detailing has allowed the building gracefully

• The main Structure system is of R.C.C framed structure that is consist of foundations supporting the structure, the main vertical and horizontal members supporting the internal loads and special provision exterior forces of wind on walls.

• The use of precast bldg. Components, limits the uncertainties inherent in consist construction, reducing the variability in site wastes.

• The use of modular concrete bldg. System leads to the following benefits maximizing and optimizing energy performance as well as the potential reuse of existing structural or interior bldg. elements.

• Massive Steel girders have been for the construction purpose. The entire office block rests on the steel girders without any support of the columns in between the longitudinal plan.

• Most of the horizontal ribbon windows have slots for plantation purpose which add to the beauty of the entire complex.

STUDY OF ENVIRONMENT (ADVANCE OBJECTIVES)

LANDSCAPING -Each internal courtyard has been designed to impart a distinct-identity to the spaces and is conducive to the type of functions or activities that can be anticipated. This has been achieved by paving patterns in different materials, the use of water, a play of levels and plants.

• Stepped planters serve as sitting space too.

• Palm trees have been planted to create a refreshing environment inside.

• Sculptures have been placed at strategic points creating an element of interest.

• Water ponds are provided to cut the rigidity of harsh materials.

• The roof of the building, too, is designed as a series of terraces, which have been entirely converted into roof gardens.

• The external spaces have a more formal quality, to act as a foreground for the building.

• The facades abound in window boxes, where plants further soften the wall surfaces.

INFERENCES

Landscaping courtyards serve as interaction spaces

• As the original scheme is modeled on this building, many parallels can be drawn between the programs, and the study directly informs the proposal.

• Materials and proportions used for cladding and paving – brick, tiles, and stone – create an interesting façade and lend it a more humanizing scale.

• Vehicular circulation is restricted to the periphery, making the site pedestrian-friendly.

• Validation of the proposed area program, as similar functions have been provided for here and known to work.

• Effective zoning for handling crowds.

• Landscaping ties the scheme together and is critical for creating the ambiance and micro-climate that facilitates outdoor activity.

• Courtyards also act as important binding elements and tools for place-making.

• The nature of public space created is inward-looking, with volumes containing the inside from the outside.

• Hampered pedestrian activity on the road outside due to similar– inward-looking – building along the road.

• The premises are active at night because of the many events it hosts. The activity is restricted to within the site and the roads outside remain deserted.

• The project is very successful in terms of architectural expression and as a place for indulging in cultural and leisure activities.

Shaded courtyard and buildings

Plan of IHC showing circulation pattern

Shaded courtyard and buildings

Lotus pond

CASE STUDY (VIGYAN BHAWAN)

INTRODUCTION:

INTENT OF THE STUDY:

SITE PLAN:

Address: Maulana azad Road, New Delhi, 110003, India

Owner: Government of India

Built: 1956

Architect: Joseph Allen Stein

Vigyan Bhawan is India's largest and most prestigious conference centre which has been hosting conventions and conferences of the national and international level as early as from 1956 when it was designed and constructed by CPWD. It is one of the centres in India whose conferencing facilities can compete with those in any corner of the world very close to international standards

• To study the importance of the location of the center.

• To study the auditorium (capacity 1285) and its different components.

• To study the conference halls.

• To understand the common facilities provided for information and dissemination.

• To study facade treatment, materials, landscape, and climate- tempered courtyards.

• Finally to analyze the architectural character, circulation vehicular and pedestrian, the services provided and the parking for vehicles.

• To mark out the shortfalls in the current facilities to match global level convention centers.

LOCATION & ACCESSIBILITY

Vigyan Bhawan is located on Maulana Azad road, a few meters away from the intersection of Rajpath and Janpath

It’s located between National Museum and vice president's residence on the other side.

This building is hardly a furlong from the Rashtrapati Bhavan

The site is easily accessible through roads, airport and Delhi Metro.

ROADS: Site is surrounded by Maulana Azad road on thsouthem side.

DELHI METRO Udyog Bhawan Metro station is the nearest metro station (1 km)

AIRPORT: Indira Gandhi International airport is 17.2 km away

FORM AND ARCHITECTURE:

The building stands out as a cuboidal mass which gives no indications of its function. The structure is a bulky white mass with very little fenestrations. The entrance arch of the main building is embedded with granite and forms the most attractive architectural element. It rests on red sandstone podium. The western face done in sand stone demarcates the block as separate entity. The Annexe building and dining halls are cuboid masses subdued by main block with no noticeable fear trues. The main building incorporates elements of British raj architecture, along with Hindu and Mughal architecture, as well as ancient Buddhist architecture, especially the chaitya arches of Ajanta caves. The overall style of the building remains modernistic with revivalist elements.

Vigyan Bhawan consists of two components

THE MAIN BUILDING:

The main building has a plenary hall with a seating capacity of 1285 delegates. Besides this, it has six smaller halls with capacities ranging from 65-375 delegates. The building has a separate VIP lounge, secretariat, a documentation canter, business canter and an exhibition hall

THE ANNEXER BUILDING:

The adjacent building is the Vigyan Bhwan annexe which was built in 1970 to provide additional facilities to the Vigyan Bhawan Complex, It accommodates a conference facility and offices occupies by various authorities such as interstate council. The Vigyan Bhawan Annexe stands adjacent to the Vice President's House

ACCESS TO THE COMPLEX:

The complex can be approached by 3 main entrances through the Maulana Azad road on the southern side of the complex, Annexe stands adjacent to the Vice President's House. As per figure, Entry 1: VIP Entrance Entry 2: Delegates, journalists, media, etc. Entry 3: Staff and visitors of the Annexe Building. Entry 3 also serves as the service entry for the kitchen, AC plant rooms in the complex. All the three entrances meet the service road on the rear end of the building.

GROUND FLOOR PLAN:

The main building a three storied structure with a total plinth area of about 17222 sq..

ENTRANCE FOYER:

The main building has 3 entrances each of which leads onto a foyer. Main foyer has flight of steps leading to the main hall and upper floors. The staff entry is on the eastern side and has a chaitya arch in red sandstone.

The staff entry and the offices placed on one end generate a well de fined staff movement.

The VIP entrance lies on the western side of the building.

ATRIUM:

The ground floor has an atrium of 367 sq.. It is sailing three floors of the building height. It is provided with space frame and heat reflecting glass roof which permits natural light into the area. Used for dinning by the conference attended and is decorated with a water fountain.

The atrium can hold up TO 650 people while standing.

Flight steps leading to the main hall Atrium

CASE STUDY (VIGYAN BHAWAN)

PLENARY HALL:

Heralded by the insignia of Vigyan Bhawan the entrance foyer to this hall is a magnificent and elegant sight with a plush interior. The plenary hall has a seating capacity of 1200 delegates with a break up of 900 on the ground floor and 300 in the balcony. The plenary hall has a stage that is approached by steps.

• It measures 42X48 m.

• It is the largest hall in fan shaped curvilinear staggered seating arrangement.

• It extends from ground Floor to first floor.

• It has fixed tables and movable chairs for 900 and 300 fixed chairs for the rest.

• The stage is far and can be approached directly from the VIP entrance. It can accommodate 37 people

There are press observer galleries accessible and approached from second floor. There are three balconies on either side of the hall on an average height of ll m from the ground level

OFFICE BLOCK AND BUILDING CENTER:

• The support offices conventions are located in the office block on the eastern side covering an area of 77 sq..

• There are 15 rooms with an area of 15.5 sq. and 2 rooms of 47 sq..

• It has audio video recording studio with an area of 30 sq..

• A business canter with provision for a bank, travel desk, post office, secretarial services and telephones etc. is located adjacent to the main atrium lobby.

• The block is of load bearing masonry with RCC slabs for roof and terraces. the walls on ground floor are 450mm thick and 340mm thick on the upper floors with partition walls remain 115mm thick Foundation depth of RCC strip footing is 1.2m.

• The corridor linking the office spaces are 2.7 m wide and the block is carpeted

DINNING AND CENTRAL KITCHEN:

• An exclusive VIP lounge is located adjacent to the VIP entrance serving only the prime minister and the president of the country.

• A separate lounge adjacent to the VIP lounge serves the other delegates. Also, the atrium is used for dining purposes.

• A central kitchen is located on the ground floor which serves all lounges and banquet halls.

• The kitchen does not serve the atrium dining hall directly but serves VIP lounge and hall no. 1.

• A service corridor accompanies hall no.1 which leads to central kitchen. This acts as pantry not kitchen.

• There is a separate entry to the kitchen from the backside. The corridor has two lifts (one smaller for kitchen utensils and furniture transport).

VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION:

• For ease in vertical circulation, three different cores are provided in the main building segregating the users of the building.

• At the main entrance, two staircases are provided on opposite sides of the foyer.

• In the rear end, an atrium is pierced through the building which houses a pair of staircase and escalator.

• This atrium is also the major source of light within the area

• The third staircase is located at the western entrance of the building which is used by the staff only.

• Also, a separate core is located just of the VIP entrance including a lift and a staircase which can only be accessed by VIP.

FIRST FLOOR PLAN:

The first floor covers a plinth of 17000 sq. approachable by stair and escalator. It consists of an exhibition space and conference rooms 2,3 and 4.

The exhibition hall covers and area of 170 sq. and has an attached pre-function lounge that can be used to put a temporary small counter.

The conference hall 2,3a and 4 have seating capacity of 68, 83 and 171 respectively.

Conference hall 4 has a fan shaped curvilinear staggered seating arrangement whereas 2 and 3 has a round table conference seating arrangement.

SECOND FLOOR PLAN:

The second floor consists of preview theatres 5 and 6. Both the theatres have a fan type seating arrangement with hall no. 5 having and electric communication facility on each seat while hall no. 6 accommodating only staggered seats similar to an auditorium . hall no. 5 can comfortably seat 263 people while hall no. 6 has a capacity of 373 people

FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM:

CCTVs are installed in the entire building. There exists wet riser systems with three risers and an edernal yard hydrant.

An automatic sprinkler system is provided with a separate pumping system.

There is a separate underground fire tank with a capacity of 65000 litres of reserved water located in the rear of the complex.

Smoke detectors are installed to set off fire alarms with electronic panels located in each building to pin point the location of fire.

ORIENTATION OF THE BUILDING:

The orientation of the building is in North-South direction. The conference rooms, lounges and the cafeteria are all located on the northern side of the building as it provides a good view of central vista.

The VIP entrance is located on the western side of the building keeping it totally seperate from other entrances. The entrance foyer is located on the southern side of the building

INFERENCES:

By bringing together a number of institutes from various habitat related professions in one complex, the complex problems of meeting facilities, co-ordination between different professionals and the problems like car parking, food services etc. have been smartly solved

Approach:

Persons approach either by public vehicle park their vehicles in the parking lot (Meena Bogh) opposite to the Vigyan Bhawan, thus they are exposed to moving vehicular traffic while crossing the road

Entrance gate:

It was observed that separate gates control vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement.

GALGOTIAS SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

CASE STUDY MATRIX

To design a habitat center, the concept was to create a hierarchy of space.

After studying numerous case studies of the Convention Center and the Habitat Center, it became clear that the habitat should have flexible spaces and multipurpose spaces. Because there is no limit of programs or events to organize in a center. Therefore, there must be different sizes or spaces or dimensions required for the center to organize the event in better and enough space. The projects/events needed open space, semi-open space and even closed spaces, for the fulfillment of the event or program.

Convention centers begin with thoughtful design.

Successful facilities are characterized by these elements,

 Beauty

 Functionality

 Efficiency

 Urban integration

 A spirit of sustainability

 Open ,semi-open and closed space

 Window view, space of installation Their exteriors need to be as impressive as their interiors are functional.

Circles

• Circles are among the oldest of geometric symbols, and commonly represent unity, wholeness, and infinity. Pythagoras called the circle "monad," the most perfect of creative forms, without beginning or end, without sides or corners. He associated the circle with the number 1 and the practice of monotheism.

• These rounded shapes tend to send a positive emotional message of harmony and protection. The circle is often used in a logo to represent unity, commitment, love or community. Curves in general when used in shapes tend to be viewed as feminine in nature while straight lined shapes are more masculine.

• Circles have no beginning or end, they represent life and the lifecycle. The circle along with the oval is readily found in nature with the sun, moon and earth, not to mention fruit and flowers.

• Their movement may also represent power and energy. Due to their curved lines, ovals and circle are graceful and complete. They give a sense of integrity and perfection. They are not used as much in design for special reasons, but this means that when they are used, that they attract more attention than their right angled counter parts.

Cultural

Circles have been used for generations to represent unity.

Element of Spirit

The element of spirit, seen as an element equal to or superior to the physical elements of fire, air, water, and earth, is commonly represented by a circle.

V.I.P BLOCK &EXIBITION

PYTHAGORAS BELEVING

• Pythagoras was the first of the great teachers of ancient Greece. Born in 580 B.C., Pythagoras became one of the most well known philosopher and mathematician in history. Creating the Pythagorean Brotherhood, his teachings greatly influenced Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Pythagoras is considered as the first pure mathematician; he also founded a community/society based on religion and science. He is most widely known as the author of the Pythagorean Theorem. Some even venture to believe that the word “philosophy” was invented by Pythagoras. He claimed to be a lover of wisdom, for which the Greek word philo means love and Sophia means wisdom.

• Believing that nothing exists without a center, mathematical philosophers started with a point and drew a circle around it. This symbol is called the MONAD and represents the NUMBER ONE. This figure is the most stable, and the mathematical philosophers also called it The First, The Essence, The Foundation, and Unity. Pythagoras believed the monad to be god and the good. The monad is origin of the One. The monad is the seed of a tree for which the numbers are to the monad as what the branches of a tree are to the see of a tree. The monad in relation to other numbers preserves the identity of every other number or anything it encounters. Any number multiplied by one is itself, and any number divided by one is itself.

• “The Pytahgoreans believed that nothing exists without a venter around which it revolves. The center is the source and it is beyond understanding, it is unknowable, but like a seed, the center will expand and will fulfill itself as a circle” .

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ELEVATION AND VIEWS

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AUDITORIUM BLOCK ELEAVTION

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