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ANN MARY ALEX
ANN MARY ALEX Architect Phone : 0568472123 E-Mail : ar.annmaryalex@gmail.com CAREER OBJECTIVE Architect with 5 years of experience seeking long term career opportunity. Managing and designing challenging projects excites me, and I am confident of dedicating and expanding my expertise and efforts towards the multi-fold growth of the company.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS • Delivered architectural and interior designs for residential, retail and hospitality projects. • Coordinated site activities • Aided in Architecture and Interior Design Competitions
WORK EXPERIENCE April 2019 - December 2021 Senior Architect ATMOF ARCHITECTS, Bengaluru, Karnataka Works: • Conceptualizing and planning designs • Design and 3D Models • Contributed to 8 Residential Projects , 3 Hospitality Projects & 2 Retail Projects • Project Management - Asana • Preparation of design drawings, detail drawings & working drawings. • Coordination of site activities.
SOFTWARE SKILLS AutoCAD
SketchUp
Revit Architecture
Lumion
Photoshop July 2018 - March 2019 Architect - Freelance Works: • Residential + Commercial Project (Mixed Use) : Planning, Design and Drawings
Adobe InDesign
Microsoft Project
January 2017 - June 2018 Junior Architect Fahed+Architects, Kochi, Kerala Works: • Conceptualizing and planning, creating designs, drawings and models. • Preparation of working drawings. • Coordination and inspection of site activities. • Project Management • Office Management • Design Competitions
SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS
June 2016 - December 2016 Architect - Freelance Works: • Commercial+Residential Project : Design, Drawings and Site Supervision
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
• International Symposium on Tropical Architecture & Urbanism, 2015 In Association with the AA School of Architecture, London
• Live Emotions : Story Telling in Interior Design by Re:Urban Studio, Dubai Design Week 2017
• SUPERFUTUREDESIGN* - Buzzi & Buzzi, Dubai Design Week 2017
• Project Management • Software Proficiency • Creativity
June 2014 - December 2014 Architect Intern Abdulla Mukadam & Partner L.L.C., Muscat, Oman Works: • Residential and Commercial Projects : Drawings and Site Visits
EDUCATION B.Arch (Professional Degree) 2011-2016 T.K.M. College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala, India
COMPETITIONS T.K.M. Department of Architecture, Kollam, Kerala • Shortlisted, NASA Design Competition -ANDC 2013 • Participant, Louis I. Khan Trophy( Documentation). 2012 (NASA - National Association of Students of Architecture) Fahed+Architects, Kochi, Kerala • Participant, ARCASIA(Architects Regional Council Asia). 2017 • Winners, Vanitha Veedu Awards, Kerala, 2018
• Organizational Skills • People Management • Research Skills
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES • Painting (
@lexartbyann)
• Travel
PERSONAL DETAILS Date of Birth : 1st October 1993
Address
: Mulamkeezhil House Makkamkunnu P.O. Pathanamthitta Kerala, India
RESUME
C O N T E N T S 01
Professional Practice Works
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FAHED + ARCHITECTS
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Professional Prac
1.1 Abwab Pavilion 2017, Dubai
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2.1 Greens Residence
1.2 Silent House, Kollam
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2.2 Madani Residence
1.3 Residence at Kalamaserry, Kochi
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2.3 Aivaan Farmhouse
2.4 ABC Emporio, Koc
2.5 Ideal Decor, Calic
ctice Works
e, Kannur
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Academic Works
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3.1 Thesis - Print Museum, Kolkata
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3.2 National Institute of Design, Kollam
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e, Bengaluru
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3.3 Urban Design - Revitalization of Madurai
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chi - VitrA
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3.4 Louis I Khan - Competition
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e, Taliparambu
Professional Practice Works FAHED + ARCHITECTS
ABWAB PAVILION 2017, DUBAI DESIGN DISTRICT Involvement : Design Development Working Drawings Site Supervision The Abwab Pavilion is a temporary structure that was put in place as part of the annual Design Week in Dubai. The structure of the Abwab Pavilion 2017 was made out of recycled bed spring coils, tyres and crushed fine aggregates from Bee’ah, which is one of the largest waste management companies in MENA. These spring coils envelope the core structure furthur giving it an organic silhouette. Narrow corridors, surrounded by the mesh, form a space filled with filtered light and interspersed by shadows, creating a play of patterns. The Pavilion starts and ends with very concept of sustainability. All materials used in the development of this structure are sustainable and 100% recyclable. The core materials, which are the bed springs, was spray finished to protect it from corrosion. At the end of the exhibition all the materials were taken back to Bee’ah yard for recycling.
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Plan
Section 01
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The scope of the brief was to develop a temporary pavilion for Abwab 2017 as a part of the Dubai Design Week. The interesting part was that it needed to be made of a waste material that’s left for recycling from Bee’ah, which is one of the largest waste management company in the MENA region. On visiting the yard, there was a mount of majestically laid bed springs which was inspiring, light, porous, and had absolutely no resistance. However by virtue of its structuring, it had its own strength. Fascinated by its lightness and ephemeral character, the bedsprings and its mesh-like silhouette brought to mind the image of a cloud on earth, slightly abstract. Nature is a constant source of inspiration. The relevance of the structure in its context was its ability to act as a piece of art by itself, not just to showcase art within the pavilion.
The location of the pavilion is in between the built masses of D3. The idea was to erect a structure that floats like a cloud in between these volumes and would facilitate the viewing of various art exhibits. It also acted as a passage between buildings and the surrounding space. The pavilion was designed to showcase creativity through various domains of art. The structural system illustrates a series of interconnected posts to support the clouds of mesh. The structure is about going back to the basics, being in touch with the ground, seeing what’s around, experiencing light and interaction.
The unpredictability of the pavilion intrigues one to explore what lies within this venue of art. The play of light which distils through the bedsprings gives an ever-changing character to the space, attracting visitors into the pavilion throughout the day.
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Conceptual Stage - Sketches
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FAHED + ARCHITECTS
Interior Design Works La Pallazo Apartments, Bengaluru
SILENT HOUSE, KOLLAM, KERALA
Involvement : Design Development Working Drawings Site Supervision
The Silent House is a single storied residence set amidst the tranquil greens along the banks of the Kallada River at Puthoor. The Silent House displays sensitivity to the inherent beauty of natural materials expressed through clarity in construction, immaculate attention to detail and elemental architectural expression. The design hinges, in principle, on traditional climatic sensibilities that underline our concerted efforts to promote eco-sustainable architecture. The architecture and interiors draw inspiration from cultural and climatic nuances. Landscape and water features are integrated seamlessly with the architecture, blurring the distinction between the interior and exterior.
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Conceptual Stage - Sketches
Front Elevation
Front Elevation 16
FAHED + ARCHITECTS
Interior Design Works Sharjah RTI Interior Proposal, Office Area
RESIDENCE AT KALAMASERRY KOCHI, KERALA Involvement : Working Drawings Site Supervision The house is divided into public, semi public and private zones. The formal living room is located at the entry, away from the private bedrooms. The family living, dining and kitchen are located in the middle which is part of the semi public zones. The rooms face an indoor courtyard, allowing a sense of openness within the house. The various zones are connected through corridors that are enveloped with louvered wooden shutters and glass, allowing a glimpse at the scenic landscape. The walls are textured white combined with wooden cladding. This merges well with the seamless concrete flooring with brass inlay. It creates a simple pallette combined with plants located at various parts of the house. The library is a semi outdoor area which can be closed with a perforated shutter or opened to the garden behind. This allows complete cross ventilation even if the shutters are closed. This residence is covered with a single side sloped roof which is multilayered for protection against the heat. The large double layered glass panels allow natural light to enter the house, thus conserving energy.
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Ground Floor Plan
First Floor Plan Architecture Portfolio
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Professional Practice Works
GREENS RESIDENCE KANNUR, KERALA
Involvement : Concept Stage Design Development, 3D Model, Interior Design Working Drawings Site Co-ordination Greens Residence, Kannur is a double storied building which is divided into two blocks - the public/semi public zone and the private zone. The main block consists of the common areas like the living and dining rooms. The remaining rooms are located at the rear to provide privacy and yet maintain connectivity. The single sloped roof is designed keeping in mind the tropical locality and climatic conditions which are a mix of intense heat during the summers and heavy showes during the monsoon. The exterior and interior have been designed using modern elements and contemporary materials which highlight all the different aspects of the residence.
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Ground Floor Plan
First Floor Plan
Roof Section
Roof Section - Detail Architecture Portfolio
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ATMOF Architects Interior Design Works Greens Residence, Kannur, Kerala
MADANI RESIDENCE KANNUR, KERALA Involvement : Concept Stage Design Development, 3D Model, Interior Design Working Drawings Site Co-ordination
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Ground Floor Plan
First Floor Plan
Residence in Thalibarambu, Kannur is a double storied building located amidst a wide residential area with vast open areas and ample landscape surrounding it. This house showcases the use of locally available materials like laterite bricks as a highlight combined with textures that compliment the nature wrapped around the house. The interiors are designed with earthy tones while incorporating modern elements to bring about a contemporary design. Architecture Portfolio
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AIVAAN FARMHOUSE, BENGALURU Involvement : Concept Stage Design Development, 3D Model, Interior Design
Aivaan Farmhouse is a holiday home surrounded by large plantation plots of mango, teak and palm trees within the boundaries. The tropical style house with natural materials like wood and stone encompassed in warm tones seamlessly blends into the landscape that surrounds it. The house is divided into multipe blocks which allows various families to occupy different zones. The public zones face a swimming pool which is surrounded by landscape and all the necessary services hiding in plain sight. All the blocks face the central courtyard which acts as a barrier as well as a passage between the zones.
ABC EMPORIO, VitrA KOCHI, KERALA Involvement : Concept Stage Design Development, 3D Model, Interior Design
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ABC Emporio, Kochi, one of the largest sanitary ware and tile display showrooms in South Ind ia, displays a wide variety of international brands including VitrA. This renovation has taken on a very minimal monotone design style while highlighting each product and accessories. Architecture Portfolio
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ATMOF Architects Interior Design Works ABC Emporio, VitrA Renovation, Kochi, Kerala
IDEAL DECOR KANNUR, KERALA Involvement : Concept Stage Design Development, 3D Model, Interior Design Ideal Decor, Calicut is part of a series of furniture stores located across the state of Kerala. The requirement was to design the facade and interiors for a store to accomodate residential furniture while considering individual floors for various zones such as the Dining Zone, Living Zone and Bedroom Zone.
Ground Floor Plan
First Floor Plan
Second Floor Plan Architecture Portfolio
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THESIS PRINT MUSEUM, KOLKATTA
Academic Works
ACADEMIC WORKS - THESIS
PRINT MUSEUM KOLKATA
The museum is dedicated to preserve documents, graphic arts, printing equipment and printing craftsmanship that have lasted over the years. The site is situated in New Town, Rajarhat, a new commercial, industrial and residential district on the north-eastern fringes of Kolkata, one of India’s fastest growing cities. The district is destined to become a vibrant hub of cultural activity.
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5 ROOF PLAN
4 THIRD FLOOR PLAN
3 SECOND FLOOR PLAN
2 FIRST FLOOR PLAN
1 GROUND FLOOR PLAN
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ACADEMIC PROJECT NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DESIGN, KOLLAM
ACADEMIC WORKS
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DESIGN About the Project The National Institute of Design is situated in Oyur, Kollam on a contour site. The area around the site consists of various hills and vegetation. NID is designed in such a manner that it compliments the contours of the site while keeping in mind the various requirements for the structure. Concept The building is constructed along contour lines, providing space for interactions. The landscape between level creates a sense of openness.
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The institution is designed along the steep contours of a hilly region which provides a wide view of the vast greenery on the surrounding hills. The 35116.75 sq.m. site is far away from any bustling city or town. The tranquil atmosphere is enhances students’ creativity and productivity. The level difference designed within the structure not only respects the natural contour of the area but also provides a semi-open area between buildings wherein the studants can easily access the courtyards from their classrooms to be out in the open to work, play or rest. The institution’s main educational block consists of classrooms, workshops, staff rooms, design studios and conference rooms. Each space has a direct visual connection to the courtyards and easy accessibility, allowing the students to enjoy the surrounding view at every level.
Application of Concept to the Design
Typical Plan
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ACADEMIC WORKS - URBAN DESIGN
REVITALIZATION OF MADURAI TEMPLE CITY
Located on the banks of River Vaigai, Madurai has been a major settlement for two millennia and is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Madurai is built around the Meenakshi Amman Temple, which acted as the geographic and ritual center of the ancient city of Madurai. The city is divided into a number of concentric quadrangular streets around the temple. Vishwanatha Nayak (1159-64 CE), the first Madurai Nayak king, redesigned the city in accordance with the principles laid out by Shilpa Shastras (Rules of architecture) related to urban planning. These squares retain their traditional street names (Aadi, Chittirai, Avani-moola and Masi), which correspond to the names of months in Tamil, and festivals associated with them. The temple prakarams (outer precincts of a temple) and streets accommodate an elobrate festival calendar in which dramatic processions circumambulate the shrines at varying distances from the centre.
This urban design project taught us the complexities within a city or a town, the life within and the structures that contribute to the various activities and festivities of people and gave us an insight regarding their daily life. The study was a group effort that helped us work systematically in teams and understand the urban form of the temple town.
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Land Use Map
Urban Form - Figure Ground Map
Building Character Categorization
Street Sections
Character of Buildings Architecture Portfolio
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Concentration Map - Commercial Area
Concentration Map - Residential Area 52
Ownership Concentration Map
Concentration Street Map Sections - Mixed Use Architecture Portfolio
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LOUIS I KHAN TROPHY (NASA 2012-2013) (ACADEMIC DOCUMENTATION)
SREE THRIKKAIKUNNU MAHADEVA KSHETRA,KANNUR In the pristine soils of Koothuparambu, Kannur (Kerala, India), stands the ‘Sree Thrikkaikkunnu Mahadeva Kshetra’, an excellent manifestation of earth architecture. The temple stands aloof from its surroundings, an expression of control, privilege and pride, once the crown jewel of the Kottayam Dynasty. The temple continues it’s radiant reign even after 400 years. This is owing to the the convention of using traditional construction techniques which were once prevalent, but now long forgotten in these regions. This enthralling piece of traditional Kerala Temple architecture has presented laterite in all it’s glory, which weaves through the temple structure, right from the roots to its pinnacle.
Following the concept of earth archtecture, the temple built out of laterite blocks was documented and studied in detail and was expressed through dot rendering. This competition project was a group effort which helped us work together and understand the detail and intricacy behind the construction of a temple built out of laterite.
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Columns - Laterite Carvings
Compound Wall - Laterite Blocks
True Arch
Well Detail Detailed Zones
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Front Elevation
Side Elevation
Staggered Isometric View
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