6.1 Sula vineyards

6.1 SULA VINEYARDS

6.1.1 About

Sula vineyards is a renowned tourist destination initiated from the idea and potential of growing grapes in the region and with the dream of introducing wines indigenous to India. Such industries developed in phases adding a new layer based on the demand and popularity. Started as a wine producing industry it was then opened up to the people by adding a layer of tourism and recreation to connect with the people and gain prominence over the globe thereby expanding the brand. It is located in the outskirts of the main city.

• Location : It is in Govardhan village 21 km from the main entry of Nashik • Architect: Ar. Sanjay Patil • Owner : Rajeev Samant • Area: Spread over a total area of around 35 acres, Plantation of around 23 acres, built up around 7 acres, remaining area is covered in open spaces, roads and open to sky amenities. • Footfall: Weekdays- 1000/day Weekends- + 1700/day Fests- + 10000/day

Over the years the project has developed a strong tourist attraction with various activities for the user visiting - for one day, a small vacation, and other events like weddings. The wine being the genesis of this entire setup, its significance is reflected in every activity or space that the user visits.

Figure 47: Program framewok ( Source: Author)

6.1.2 Planning

Since the site is located in the outskirts people come by either private vehicle, taxi or auto. People coming by auto are dropped off at the 1st checkpoint. • Various checkpoints are present to control the access and security to the different functions. Parking space for 4 wheelers is provided from where they enter the site further. In case large events or fests there is a scope to accommodate more vehicles in the extended parking space • Level of privacy is achieved in a sequence as one enters from the parking with the public functions in the front end and manufacturing and services at the back end interspersed by semi public/ public buffers. • Zoning - both private and public function get a frontage to the vineries- by articulation of movement through the pathways, junctions and green buffers

Figure 48: Master plan and sequence of spaces ( Source: Author)

6.1.3 Transformation of spaces during events

Entire space is transformed during the fest and a new character is added with the different functions merging into one another. The vehicular entry is also changed and extended parking arrangement is made.

Figure 49: Key master plan( Source: Author)

Figure 50: Aerial view( Source: Sula Wines)

Beside vineyard

Amphitheatre Event space

Events at Sula Wines • Music festival • Camping • Flea bazaar • Food and wine stalls

Figure 51: Activity spaces in the design ( Source: Google images,Sula Wines)

6.1.4 Sustainability

Being an agro-based industry, water supply and electricity are crucial aspects for sustenance. All these aspects are dealt with considering the sustainability aspect and suitable systems are adopted for working on these aspects.

Solar Energy Electricity demand is met by the solar panels installed on the roof of the built spaces. Solar contribution has increased from 37% to 73% in the current year.

Figure 52: Renewable sources of energy( Source: Sula wines, Author)

Water Management Water management systems are also incorporated into the design for maximum reuse and recycling of wastewater from activities and manufacturing to minimize the discharge outside the premises.

Figure 53: Water and waste management( Source: Author)