bridging boundaries
portfolio Anna John
ANNA JOHN
12-08-1995
Nationality Indian Contact ar.annjo@gmail.com +91-9801160438
Education 2001-2012
2014-2019
ST.Thomas Residential School Primary - Higher secondary education Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala.
Birla Institute of Technology Bachelors in Architecture Ranchi, Jharkhand.
| Merit Scholar- Higher Secondary level
| Cumulatuve GPA-8.37 | Top 5% of batch-Rank 2
Professional Experience 2016 Environment Solutions Architecture Intern Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2017 Studio Chintala Architecture Intern Bangalore, Karanataka
2018 PowerSmash Badminton court and Cafe Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2019 Studio Chintala Architecture Intern Bangalore, Karnataka
2019 Stapati Bangalore Architecture Intern Bangalore, Karnataka
// Summer Internship
// Summer Internship
// Freelance
// Academic Training
// 4 Months
Competition, Enrollments & Achievements
Skills and Competence
2015 Participated in NASA meet (National Association of Students of Architecture) Laurent Fronier Workshop- Sustainable Architecture Pavilion construction team BITOTSAV (College festival) Participated in Regional NASA
2D, 3D, BIM
Autocad Revit Rhinoceros 3D Sketchup
Rendering
Lumion Vray Enscape
2017 Participated in NASA meet (Nari Gandhi trophy) Pavilion design team BITOTSAV Sustainable Technology Workshop by G.Shankar Inclusive Street Design workshop by Urban Works Institute - ITDP Top 41 entry for in ANDC-17 (Annual NASA Design Competition) Tessellation and Parametrism Workshop 2016 Arches ,Vaults and Domes: Auroville Earth Institute IGBC Conference and Training (Indian Green Building Conference) Sustainable Technology Workshop by G.Shankar Participated in IGBC Competition 2018 Green Building Workshop- GRIHA Thesis selected for NIASA (National Institute for Advanced studies in Architecture)
Roles and Responsibilities Operation Team , Students Society of Architecture (2016-18) Workshop Head, Students Society of Architecture (2017-18) Choreography-head, college Dance club (2017-18)
Computation Grasshopper Processing P5
Creative Suite Photoshop Indesign Illustrator Premiere Pro
2019-Present Khosla Associates Junior Architect Bangalore, Karnataka
CONTENTS 1. Water and People Marine Research Centre
2. Local Collaboratives Ayurvedic spa and resort
3. Constrain Living Nano-nest Design
Institute entrance ,View from the south, front view.
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WATER AND COMMUNITY
// FISHERIES & RESEARCH INSTITUTE
LOCATION :Thiruvananthapuram Kerala, India ACADEMIC: Thesis Studio, 2018 ADVISOR : PROF. Janmejoy Gupta janmejoygupta1980@gmail.com +91-7870807048 SEMESTER IX, BIT MESRA
DESIGN POTENTIAL
| To design a building as a part of
DESIGN INTENT
| Architecture to bridge gap
DESIGN TYPOLOGY
| Institute and Museum design
the contoured landscape.
between fishermen and CMFRI (Central Marine Research) and man and marine environment.
The project addressed the pressing issue of lack of awareness, exploitation to marine ecosystem, and research developments in the regional area. The buildings designed are a Museum for Marine exhibits, which puts forth a strong mark in awareness and education of marine ecosystem and biodiversity, and the Marine research centre which steers the researches related to marine ecosystem and fisheries issues in a positive direction.
Nothing FISHY about it !
Kovalam Beach
“When the ocean dies, we all die�
Lighthouse Beach
Kovalam
Vatuvachala village
CMFRI
Continuously affecting the food security and global fisheries market. Vizhinjam fish market
Lack of awareness of alternate fishing techniques and their implementation to reduce dependency on oceans. Endangerment and extinction of several marine species. Lack of proper infrastructure and resource attracting scientists and specialists.
Vizhinjam boat jetty Adjacent place Tourist places Proposed Site
Ignorance of problems related to the sea by people in all tiers of society.
Vizhinjam International port
Arabian Sea Site and the surroundings
CAUSES:
Kovalam beach | The favourite
haunt of tourists since 1930s dumping wastes into the sea.
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute |
Vizhinjam International port | Construction and
The government institute neither has infrastructure or facilities to tackle advanced problems nor attract fishermen or tourists.
running of the largest port in India imposes a huge threats and danger to the marine biodiversity.
Vizhinjam boat jetty | Large majority of people have
their lives depending directly or indirectly to the sea and its resources.
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INSTITUTE
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EXISTING FACILITY The existing CMFRI facility has one main building, aquarium which has the admin and 3 temporary structures with asbestos roofing for hatchery block.
SITE POTENTIAL The site is ideal because of its proximity to 4 major points for invigilation and attracting crowd 1. Kovalam light house beach- attracting tourists and locals coming to the beach 2. Vizhinjam boat jetty- solving problems of fishermen 3. Vizhinjam international port -keeping a constant check on the activities 4. Vatuvachala village- awareness programmes and education for fishermen community
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KOVALAM
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SITE CHALLENGES
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Existing site pictures
Warm humid climate To create an energy efficient building in a warm-humid climate and reduce heat load. Contour To design buildings on contour site, facing the sea, with adequate facilities.
SITE PLAN 1. 2. 3. 4.
EXISTING CMFRI BUILDING AQUARIUM MUSEUM ENTRY MUSEUM AND AUDITORIUM PARKING 5. AUDITORIUM 6. MUSEUM OF MARINE EXHIBITS 7. INSTITUTE ENTRY 8. INSTITUTE PARKING 9. CMFRI NEW BUILDING 10. WATER FILTERATION SYSTEM
INSTITUTE
View from the south, front view.
MARINE RESEARCH CENTRE The marine research centre is the extension of the existing CMFRI building with accomodating more facilities and space for more activities.The building houses the administration offices, experimental labs and event spaces. The design follows principles of traditional kerala architecture with contemporary materials and approach. Institute holds classes and demonstration for fishermen and helps them in fishery related issues. It also houses staff facility for more than a hundred scientists and researchers. The spaces are arranged around the central plaza which is the main node of all activities.
// DESIGN
INSTITUTE
A. HORIZONTAL STRATEGY
Admin
B. VERTICAL STRATEGY
C. GREEN STRATEGY
Research Floors
Views
The main two blocks Admin and Research are placed together with longer side facing the North-South direction to minimise heat gain.
Sliding floors along the contour maximising views and reducing the surface area on the EastWest direction.
D. LIGHTING
Stacking spaces based on function, view and proximity. Labs are placed facing north and the staff areas face south, towards the sea.
The blocks are connected together by three main cores containing 2 lifts. 1 passenger and 1 service, staircase and service ducts.
E. VENTILATION
Landscaping 80 percent of the terraces thus reducing heat load on the main building. These spaces are used as hatchery block and exhibits.
The top terraces are also ideal location for accomodating solar panels and the rainwater collection points take advantage of the natural contour collecting rainwater at two points.
F. ZONING
NORTH
PUBLIC PRIVATE
SOUTH
PLAZA
Plaza is the open to sky area in the building. North light is used for the labs and library. Different shading devices are used reduce heat load in the building.
SEA BREEZE
PLAZA
The sea breeze that blows from the south is the main source of ventilation. The stilt area on the ground floor lets the air inside the building which helps in removal of heat.
SEMI-PRIVATE
INSTITUTE G. SHADING & LIGHTING STRATEGY
2. LIGHT WELLS
3. SANDSTONE SCREEN
4. WOODEN BLINDS
1. TITLTED WALLS SANDSTONE SCREEN
Hydrology Lab Stairwell WOODEN SCREENS
Corridor
NATURAL GROUND
Light well
Corridor
Micro- algal Lab
LEVEL 1
Kuthiramallika, Trivandrum
By studying the methods used in traditional kerala architecture, 32 percent reduction of solar penetration can be obtained for walls (or glass windows) by designing them with an angle of 30 degrees to the vertical one.
The Light wells provide light to mainly Level 1 and 2 which are below the ground. The space separated from the outside by a wooden jaali acts a buffer and reduces the heat load on the building surface.
Entry Multipurpose area and Plaza
Entry Multipurpose area and Plaza : These spaces are used by the institute to host events and demonstrations to the fishermen community as well as for the staff. The lecture halls located around is used for Audio visual presentation
The corridors are protected by sandstone screens which filters the light. Used in the inner side of the plaza, they protect the inner walls and glass from intense heat as well as providing shade to the corridor.
Labs consume five times more energy per square foot than a normal office building. The labs are arranged based on their requirement of natural light. Automated wooden blinds are used on south facade inside the plaza to create shaded work spaces.
Hatchery Block
Hatchery : Located at the green roof this area is used for the breeding of local marine species. Square metal sections support the polycarbonate sheet on top and the wooden jaali filter the light in.
INSTITUTE
H. CONTEXTUAL ELEMENTS 1. SOPANAM The wooden bench in traditional kerala architecture is used around the central plaza.
WEST STAIRCASE
2. WOODEN SCREENS Wooden jaali is used in the institute to filter light and allow air flow. Contemporary modulation of the wood jaali used in traditional kerala architecture.
EAST STAIRCASE
HATCHERY BLOCK
GREEN ROOF- MULTIPURPOSE AREA
STAFF BLOCK
FISHERY BIOLOGY LAB
BREAKOUT SPACE
STAFF BLOCK
LIBRARY
ENTRY-MULTIPURPOSE AREA
CENTRAL PLAZA
SECTION OF INSTITUTE
MICRO ALGAL LAB
SERVICE AREA
INSTITUTE
Pathway connecting the museum and the institute
The path connecting the two buildings give people nice view of the ocean and the west facade of main building as they walk. West side gives a direct entry to the first floor of the main building.
Entrance court and lotus pond
The entrance court in the admin entrance and the central plaza has lotus ponds with fishes. The coffered rectangular ceiling with polycarbonate glass enhances the experience of this place through play of light and shadow.
MUSEUM
View from the east side
MUSEUM OF MARINE EXHIBITS ( m.m.e ) The museum is the part of the institute aimed for educating and spreading awareness among locals and tourists. Shaped in the form of ship, the brick beauty floats on the land. It houses the 25m long replica of a whale skeleton along with other marine species for the visitors. It attracts the public with its unique dynamic architecture. The exterior brick cladding along with windows makes a statement of contemporary Indian architecture.
A. CONCEPT
Naturally contoured land sloping towards the sea.
Building mass placed along the direction of slope.
MUSEUM
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Dividing levels and inlets.
Reclaiming 80 percent of green.
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ADMINISTRATION MEETING ROOM STORE ROOM TEMPORARY EXHIBITION SPACE-1 OPEN AIR SEATING TICKET COUNTER SECURITY GIFT SHOP TOILETS CAFE GALLERY 1 SERVICE ENTRY MAIN ENTRANCE LOADING AREA DROP OFF AREA SERVICE CORRIDOR GALLERY 2 TEMPORARY EXHIBITION SPACE -2 AUDIO-VISUAL ROOM SERVICE ROOM GALLERY 3
Entrance view of the museum
MUSEUM C. GREEN STRATEGIES
1. Reclaiming 80 percent of green occupied by the building which also helps in reducing the heat load and energy consumption.
VEGETATION
2. Solar panels in the roof take advantage of unobstructed sunlight throughout the day and reduce the energy costs of the museum.
3. Rainwater is channeled to an underground storage tank and is used for landscaping purposes.
600MM SOIL ROOF SLAB AND INSULATION
BRICK PATTERN
TRUSS ROOF SYSTEM MUSEUM CEILING
ROOF DETAIL TRUSS SYSTEM SUPPORTING THE ROOF RED BRICK CLADDED EXTERIOR FACADE
SOLAR PANELS FACING SOUTH TO GET MAXIMUM SUN GREEN ROOF WITH 600MM DEEP SOIL.
MUSEUM CEILING CIRCULAR SLANTED COLUMNS OF 300 DIA
A.V ROOM
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION AREA
25M LONG WHALE SKELETON REPLICA
GALLERY 3 GIFT SHOP
RAIN WATER COLLECTION PATH GALLERY
SERVICE AREA
STORE ROOM
CULTURAL SPACE RAIN WATER STORAGE TANK
SECTION OF MUSEUM
D. ROLE
MUSEUM
The museum plays a major role in the education of the importance for marine diversity and species, through the exhibitions and interactions, to all tiers of society.
• The main exhibit is 25m long replica of a whale skeleton housed in the central gallery.People can move along the ramp and observe different features.
• Gallery 1 has Interactive walls and Virtual reality room attracting more people to the museum.
Open seating area
• Different galleries showcase marine species some replicas and others preserved in chemical.
View from the west side
Front view of the Spa block
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INTO NATURE
// AYURVEDIC SPA RESORT-EXTENSION
LOCATION : Allepey ,Kerala, India PROFESSIONAL: Stapati Bangalore, 2019 GROUP ROLE: Team of 3 ( 2 architects, 1 interns) Architectural designer, Conceptual design, Development ( Drawings 2D and 3D), Client Presentation
DESIGN POTENTIAL
| Evolving new standards of
The Spa building and resort rooms are part of the extension project of an already existing Krishnendu Ayurveda Hospital, Chingoli in Allepey.
DESIGN INTENT
| Integrating local materials
Allepey (also known as the venice of the east) is a prominent tourist destination not only famous for its backwaters with house boat rides but also for ayurvedic treatment resorts.
DESIGN TYPOLOGY
Spa resorts using sustainable solutions. and craftsmanship to modern design. Traditional methods to modern buildings.
| Hospitality Design
The site is in close proximity to the Weaving and coir village in Allepey with the majority of population involved in local businesses based on it.
SPA BLOCK AND RESORT
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// CONTEXT Resort Rooms
The Spa building and resort rooms are part of the extension project of an already existing Krishnendu Ayurveda Hospital, Chingoli in Allepey. Allepey (also known as the venice of the east) is a prominent tourist destination not only famous for its backwaters with house boat rides but also for ayurvedic treatment resorts.
Spa building
Coir making
The site is in close proximity to the Weaving and coir village in Allepey with the majority of population involved in local businesses based on it. Located in the interiors portions of Allepey the place has lush green foliage. The idea was to create building which connects with nature in terms of spaces as well as material.
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Existing ayurvedic clinic and treatment centre
Weaving baskets
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Site plan: Existing and new buildings
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SKIN | Bamboo screen 1 2 3
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SPA BLOCK
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RECEPTION WAITING LOBBY CONSULTATION SPA ROOMS NATUROPATHY STORE TOILET PRIVATE GARDEN ACCUPRESSURE TURKISH STONE CAFE COUPLE SPA STAFF AREA
EXTERNAL WALL | Laterite blocks
Resort View of the backyard
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DOORS | Bamboo woven panels
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FLOORS | Polished Cement floor
// DESIGN
SPA BLOCK AND RESORT Sustainable Bamboo in the screen can be replaced with a fresh one every 6-7 years.
Local Materials and Workmanship Bamboo screen, laterite bricks and rammed earth are locally sourced made by the people nearby,
Laterite brick wall Bamboo screen
Rammed concrete wall
View of the site
Axonometric view of spa building
a | Local Workmanship
b | Local Materials
c | Sustainable
Contextual Rooms are spaced around the central courtyard with seating all around like in other Kerala architecture
d | Contextual
// DETAIL
SPA BLOCK WIRE MESH FOR MOSQUITO PROTECTION
BAMBOO WEAVE MAT
BAMBOO WEAVE MAT
COLORED PANEL
KHADI CLOTH FABRIC
STRUT 70MM BOX GALVALUME SECTION
CHEMICALLY TREATED BAMBOO
WELDED JUNCTION
TRANSVERSE 50MM BOX SECTION STEEL ROUND ROD
70MM BOX GALVALUME SECTION
BAMBOO SCREEN DETAIL
DOOR PANEL DETAIL
STRUT 70MM BOX GALVALUME SECTION 50MM BOX SECTION
LATERITE WALLEDSTAIR TOWER
150MM DIA BAMBOO
0.6M PLANTER
0.25M THICK LATERITE WALL DECKING PANEL 0.1M SLAB FOR DECK
SPA ROOM
SECTION OF SPA BLOCK
RESORT
MANGALORE TILES FIXED ON WOODEN FRAMEWORK POLYCARBONATE SHEET ABOVE CONCRETE PERGOLA
RAMMED CONCRETE LATERITE WALL
DECKING SLAB
RESORT ROOM
SECTION OF RESORT
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THE HOUSE
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// THE TINY HOUSE DESIGN
LOCATION : Bengaluru,Karnataka, India COMPETITION: Nano nest Design, Individual entry, 2017 ADVISOR : PROF. Janmejoy Gupta janmejoygupta1980@gmail.com +91-7870807048
DESIGN POTENTIAL
| Architecture to solve nuclear
DESIGN INTENT
| Improve design in limited
DESIGN TYPOLOGY
| Residential Design
housing for families with less land availability.
availability of space applying passive strategies and integrating nature to create a comfortable habitat.
View of the house
Conceptual sketches
NANONEST
// AREA OF INTERVENTION Bengaluru is among the fast growing cities in India. With increase in population growth, IT corridors and industrial developments the per capita availability of fresh air, land and water has considerably reduced.
The concept of Nano-nest is derived from Agraharam, old tamil brahmin settlements in southern India. Brahmins are religious hindus who lived near temple. These houses had plot widths less than 5m.The houses shared common exterior walls with only source of ventilation and lighting from front and top. Indiranagar, Bengaluru. Existing condition of houses
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They have a central space which is the center of all their activities and the primary source of light and air. Other active spaces occupy the lower levels of the house while bedrooms and private spaces occupy the upper levels.
NANONEST // DESIGN
// STRATEGIES With adjacent buildings on all three sides, the availability of light and ventilation has been restricted to the front and top. The maximum height the building could attain according to the byelaws is 16m. The form development has been done in such a way to allow continuous air flow and light through all major spaces throughout the day, with appropriate segregation of areas according to usage.
Available volume of 4 x 12 x 16
Mass subtraction for light and air well at the top, and porch at the front
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Dividing the floor plates, creating spaces
Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Master Bedroom Master Bathroom
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Bedroom 1 Bathroom 1
Circulation paths
Creating green pockets
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Adding shade
Artist’s studio Laundry space Deck balcony
// ZONING Arrangement of spaces have been based on accessibility. While common spaces occupy the lower levels, semi-private and private spaces occupy the higher levels.
2 Guest bedroom Library Kitchen
The house is designed for a typical Indian nuclear family of four members. The spaces include both active and passive spaces for all the members.
Public Washrooms Semi-private Private Spaces
1 Parking Powder room Lounge
Zoning diagram
Axonometric view of the house
// DETAIL
NANONEST CORTEN STEEL CORTEN STEEL
6MM PLYWOOD
CONCRETE SLAB DISTRIBUTION BARS
40MM C CHANNEL
4MM METAL PLATE
SHEAR STUD CONNECTOR (30MM DIA)
70MM BOX SECTION
200MM I SECTION POLYCARBONATE SHEET
STEEL PROFILED DECKING
CNC CUT CORTEN STEEL
ISMB 100(STEEL BEAM)
SPIRAL STAIRCASE ENVELOPE
MAIN STAIR DETAIL
DECK SLAB DETAIL
LIGHTING The provisions for natural lighting is given from the top and front. The top skylights effectively lights the central lung, stairs and the bathrooms. Use of bay window and recessed balcony also adds to the lighting of the rooms.
MASTER BEDROOM
GARDEN
ARTIST’S SPACE
GUEST ROOM KITCHEN
CAR PARKING LOUNGE
SECTION OF HOUSE
VENTILATION Inlets are provided at both sides of the building for natural air circulation in bathrooms and kitchen. Along with that forced ventilation is done using exhaust fans on either side.
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THANK YOU With my exploration in architecture and built environment I seek to bridge the gap between man and nature and upliftment of weaker sections of society. The projects showcased in this portfolio is my way to acknowledge the need for contextual and sustainable architecture and a glimpse of all what I have learned along the journey.
Anna John ar.annjo@gmail.com +91-9801160438
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