Avneet Kaur Portfolio by Avi Jagdev

PORTFOLIO SELECTED WORKS BY

AVNEET KAUR

RETAIL Big Box Store/ Pg 6

RETAIL Financial Services/ Pg 9

RESIDENTIAL Adaptive Reuse/ Pg 11

CRITICAL FACILITIES Data Center/ Pg 14

RESIDENTIAL Interiors/ Pg 16

TABLE OF CONTENTS RETAIL Perfume Stores/ Pg 22

INSTITUTIONAL Auditorium/ Pg 24

INSTITUTIONAL University/ Pg 26

ACADEMIC Convention Center/ Pg 30

ACADEMIC Urban Design/ Pg 31

PROFESSIONAL WORK

Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 53 locations and 6,000+ professionals networked across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, the firm works globally with more than 3,500 clients across 33 practice areas spanning the work, lifestyle, cities, and health sectors.

Roles & Responsibilities

Project Kickoff & Research

Concept Design

Schematic Design

Design Development

• Detailed Programming • Preliminary Space Planning • Preliminary Structural and MEP Integration • Further Development of Design Intent

• Technical Documentation • Technical Problem Solving • Technology Proficiency • Quality Control

• Collaboration with Design Teams • Program Analysis • Building Codes and Regulations • Case Studies • Conceptual Research

• Inspiration and References • Design Intent • Spatial Organization • Massing and Form • Sketches and Visualizations

RETAIL BIG BOX STORE

The primary business of the client involves engaging in wholesale operations. Currently, there are 150 stores of varying sizes, 11 stores are located within the Bangkok area and the remaining stores are in the provinces. The plan was to refresh and improve the store image and clarity of in-store communication. Makro Store Sathorn 11,500 sqm sale area was the selected one to develop a prototype store.

LOCATION: BANGKOK, THAILAND CONTRIBUTION: • LED DEVELOPMENT OF EXTERIOR FACADES • CONCEPTUALIZED INTERIOR DESIGNS AND SPACE PLANNING • EXECUTED DESIGN DEVELOPMENT • CREATED COMPREHENSIVE TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

Goal of the project was: To create an appealing yet cost-effective wholesale format, integrating advanced technology. Emphasize customer focus, maintain brand strength, and optimize Makro’s core capabilities. Design implementation includes a standards manual and creative phases for consistent rollout.

SOFTWARES USED: REVIT, SKETCHUP, ENSCAPE, PHOTOSHOP, INDESIGN, ILLUSTRATOR

Objective was to transform the current product-focused operation into a customercentric wholesale format. Establish the store as the preferred destination for affordable, high-quality wholesale, utilizing the latest technology and leveraging core competencies. BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

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KEY DELIVERABLES: • Wholesale Format Evolution • Implementation Methodology • Standards Manual

PROJECT TAKEAWAYS: Throughout this project, I gained valuable insights into branding and the impact of external and internal signage on enhancing customer experience. I delved into the intricacies of exterior facade development, zoning, and space planning, while also venturing into a new skillset of creating 3D presentation videos for client communication.

Wooden crate

Cut-Out letters

Backing – Corrugated sheet

Vinyl Print over Micro-Concrete Plywood Flooring

The lite renovation initiative involves a meticulous "like-forlike" replacement approach, incorporating modifications to the layout on a site-to-site basis. This comprehensive strategy encompasses the upgrading of fixtures, furniture, finishes, and selected equipment, all seamlessly executed without the requirement for permits. The project extends its focus beyond mere aesthetics, as it encompasses deliberate BEFORE modifications to the existing services and office spaces. These modifications are strategically tailored to align with newly established brand standards, ensuring a cohesive blend of modernization and continuity. Despite these transformative changes, the project maintains its commitment to preserving the unique layout and configuration of each site, acknowledging and adapting to the specific needs and characteristics of each location. AFTER

RETAIL FINANCIAL SERVICES

LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, USA CONTRIBUTION: • TEST FIT DESIGN • SPACE PLANNING • LAYOUT STUDIES • EXECUTION PACKAGE CREATION • ACCURACY ASSURANCE SOFTWARES USED: REVIT, ENSCAPE, PHOTOSHOP

BEFORE

AFTER

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KEY RESPONSIBILITES: My responsibilities for the project encompassed the design of test fits, involving preliminary space planning and layout studies to align with the client’s requirements and implementation of the project. I then translated the approved test fits into detailed execution packages, ensuring that the finalized designs were accurately and comprehensively represented.

AFTER

PROJECT OVERVIEW: Homekey-Funded Motel Repurposing

BEFORE

RESIDENTIAL

OBJECTIVE: Transform a 52-unit motel, covering 45,668 sq. ft., into Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) to address homelessness and support at-risk individuals/families. RENOVATIONS: • Addition of kitchenettes • Fire-life safety enhancements • System upgrades • Finishes improvements • Incorporation of social services space for case management offices ARCHITECTURAL APPROACH: Utilized existing features like tile roofs and terracotta paving for design inspiration. Introduced warm colors with subtle and calming hues for an inviting atmosphere. Integrated bio-philic elements, such as hanging planters, to create a restoring environment. ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIVITY: Added ramps and railings for full community accessibility and inclusivity. ROOM TRANSFORMATIONS: Converted existing rooms into single occupancy units with kitchenettes.

ADAPTIVE REUSE

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LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, USA CONTRIBUTION: • CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT • FULL SCOPE DESIGN • PERMIT SET ISSUANCE SOFTWARES USED: REVIT, SKETCHUP, ENSCAPE, PHOTOSHOP

LOBBY REPURPOSING: Converted the existing hotel registration lobby into offices providing counseling and supportive services. POOL AREA ENHANCEMENT: Filled the existing pool and replaced it with a covered patio for community gatherings and outdoor dining.

BEFORE Utilizing existing features like tile roofs and terracotta paving for design inspiration. Introduced warm colors with subtle and calming hues for an inviting atmosphere.

AFTER

For the planning, the existing administrative structure and pavilion were merged together to form a single building thus accommodating the counseling offices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

PROJECT TAKEAWAYS:

I played a key role in the project, contributing to concept development, full scope design, and permit set issuance. I actively designed various unit types, incorporating kitchen additions. I compiled a comprehensive document covering egress plans, demolition plans, finish plans and construction details, showcasing attention to detail and demonstrating proficiency in ensuring project success.

As the only collaborator from the BG office with the LA team, I led the entire project independently, from conceptualization to completion. Working single-handedly, I gained valuable skills and insights, becoming proficient in Revit. This experience has not only honed my technical abilities but also instilled a deep sense of ownership and accomplishment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

CRITICAL FACILITIES DATA CENTER

As a contributor to the team, my primary responsibility centered around the creation of meticulous construction drawings tailored specifically for these advanced facilities, where I focused on façade, roof and plan details and also for door schedule of the 47,500 SM building. PROJECT TAKEAWAYS: Reflecting on my involvement in the data center construction project, the key takeaway lies in the successful fusion of architectural vision with meticulous technical detailing.

LOCATION: BIRMINGHAM, UK & PUNE, INDIA CONTRIBUTION: • DESIGN DEVELOPMENT • CONSTRUCTION DRAWING SOFTWARES USED: REVIT

Livspace is a home interior and renovation company headquartered in Singapore. It provides interior design and renovation services in Singapore and India. Livspace launched its operations in India in 2014. It has two services for the customers, namely Livspace Select (for modular products) and Livspace Vesta (full home interiors).

Roles & Responsibilities

Client Coordination

Design Development and Presentation Assistance

Space Planning, Material and Product Research

3d Visualization and CAD Documentation

RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS

Working at Livspace, I was given the oppurtunity to work on residential projects in Delhi-NCR, ranging from medium-sized to high-end budget. I was responsible for drawing out the concepts for a space to detailed designing of it and client interactions to close the final design. I made 2D dockets for the production team, making furniture layouts, ceiling plans, ceiling electricals, flooring plans, wall elevations and electricals, wall panelling details, false ceiling details etc.

LOCATION: DELHI-NCR CONTRIBUTION: DETAILED WORKING DRAWINGS FOR RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS ALONG WITH THEIR 3D VISUALIZATION SOFTWARES USED: AUTOCAD, SKETCHUP, VRAY, PHOTOSHOP

Along with making drawings, I was also assigned to make 3D visualizations for all projects using Sketchup and Vray.

This design for a family lounge inculcated a new and unique false ceiling design with curved corners and gold finish paint on its edges. The complete vibe was to bring in all the elements in a cozy and informal get up, completed with gold accents in the form of trims, false ceilings and shelves beside the Tv unit. A touch of luxury is also intended with marble finish and warm wood finishes.

A house in Lucknow, their concept was to build a contemporary theme, with vibrant colours and themes. So with this brief in mind, I started with space planning for the house. Moving on to creating personalized mood boards for each of the room, deciding their colour palettes, furniture, wardrobes, cabinets, curtains, upholstery, wall décor etc. Each room had an interlinked yet a different colour theme from others. A separate concept was developed for its kitchen, where the client needed optimized storage, built in ovens and microwave, tall cabinet storage and décor items for a small wall. Detailed working drawings were made for the same.

I was in charge of creating the detailed technical drawings for over 50 pieces of furniture, including their elevations, sections, construction details. Furniture included chairs, cabinets, consoles, wardrobes, bars, dressers, tables etc.

RETAIL

FLORAIKU AND MEMO LOCATION: ABU DHABI, DUBAI & PHILLIPINES CONTRIBUTION: DETAILED WORKING DRAWINGS, WITH ELEVATIONS AND SECTIONS OF ALL UNITS AND COUNTERS SOFTWARES USED: AUTOCAD FIRM: PURPLETOUCH ADVERTISING LLC

Floraiku, Memo and Hermetica are three international perfume brands whose retail merchandising units need to be set up at a number of different locations around the globe with different designs according to availability off space and mall guidelines. I had to work on creating their detail working with detailed elevations, sectional drawings that are good for production. Work included creating the concept of backwalls by keeping the client’s brief and mall guidelines in mind, planning and designing of the whole retail shop or a single retail merchandising unit, detailing of the same and corresponding retail counters or their accessories.

INSTITUTIONAL AUDITORIUM

PSG CONVENTION CENTER

The PSG Convention Centre, a building in the complex of PSG Institute of Technical Education & Applied Research, Coimbatore is an individual auditorium in the campus with a seating capacity of 1500. In this project, I was required to make detailed 3d model of the building in REVIT software, including structural columns, beams, truss system etc. The auditorium is a hybrid structure, working with both RCC as well as steel. Due to its egg-shell roof structure, only the roof had to be supported by curvi- linear Isections and hollow sections, while it’s columns and beams are built in RCC.

LOCATION: COIMBATORE CONTRIBUTION: DETAILED 3D MODEL WITH STRUCTURAL DETAILS AND LANDSCAPING ON REVIT SOFTWARES USED: AUTOCAD, REVIT FIRM: SD SHARMA & ASSOCIATES

INSTITUTIONAL UNIVERSITY CAMPUS

HIMACHAL PRADESH TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY LOCATION: HAMIRPUR, H.P. CONTRIBUTION: WORKING DRAWINGS OF BOTH ADMIN AND ACADEMIC BLOCKELEVATIONS, PORCH DESIGN, FALSE CEILING, 3D MODEL OF THE CAMPUS, RENDERING OF THE MODEL SOFTWARES USED: AUTOCAD, SKETCHUP & LUMION

Himachal Pradesh Technical University, Hamirpur, another institutional project spans across an area of 4 acre. Being the new campus of HPTU, the project consisted of an Admin and Academic Block so far. As a part of the project team, my work involved producing working drawings that consisted of building elevations of both the blocks, 3d views of the individual blocks and then of the site. Other details such as front porch detail, terrace plan, false ceiling design for the admin block were also worked upon whilst the duration of my professional internship. A site 3d view in totality was first generated before making rendered views of the project.

ACADEMIC BLOCK

Above are the working drawings of elevations of the Academic Block at HPTU, where the front elevation stood out from the rest of the facades, with its projected stairwell, ahead from the rest of its plane. Complimenting the staircase which stood right at the main entrance to the building, was its porch, constructed in RCC, whose plane is in the same plane as that of the staircase behind it. Below are the porch details and terrace plan of the Admin Block, which has truss roof.

PORCH DETAIL – ADMIN BLOCK

TERRACE PLAN – ADMIN BLOCK

ACADEMIC WORK

CONVENTION CENTRE AT SABARMATI RIVERFRONT

The site although flat, plays in levels with its river side having a difference of 6m from the Sabarmati promenade, while its roadside level has a difference of 3m from the riverfront market. The convention center is divided into two zones: formal & informal, with the left side comprising of informal zone, which has exhibition hall and food court with restaurant while the right side has the formal areas i.e. an auditorium having a capacity of 500 delegates while a bigger convention hall having a capacity of 1000 people.

An oblong site with an area of 13 acre, sitting right next to the Sabarmati Riverfront, with an attempt to capitalize from its location and expand its economy with a project like this while also producing revenue through tourism.

DESIGN EVOLUTION

STAGE-1

STAGE-2

STAGE-3

STAGE 1: At the first stage, the idea of separating the two main blocks was conceived with the buildings connected through a common corridor, promoting walkability to the users. STAGE 2: At the second stage, a common central piazza was introduced in between the buildings to serve as a common corridor. The green spaces for both the buildings were defined. STAGE 3: At this stage the building took the form of how it stands today with its iconic wave form, both the convention block and exhibition block distinct from one another, along with their outdoor spaces defined.

BUILDING FORM The building form originated from the need to provide individual green spill out spaces for both the zones. For exhibitions it was essential to provide an outdoor space which could be utilized for outdoor artisan exhibitions when needed. For conventions, this space was thought of to provide an outdoor relaxation space, when could be doubled up as an outdoor buffet. Both of these areas were thought about with the context of the site, and thus a wave form symbolic of the Sabarmati River, was generated.

URBAN DESIGN This project included redevelopment, renewal, rehabilitation and revitalization of small-scale urban areas. It focused on mapping the area to be studied, addressing its persistent issues and producing interventions to cure the same.

EXISITING LAND USE MAP

EXISITING ROAD NETWORK MAP

The urban pocket of old Manimajra city, around the Manimajra Fort, was studied under this project. It included the study and analysis of all the peripheral and interlinking streets as well as buildings around the fort to identify the problems which obstructed the development of the area as an urban centre despite the presence of the historical fort. The study by creating various maps for the fort and its surrounding area. These included but not restricted to: Land Use Plan to study its inhabitation pattern and use of buildings as such, EXISITING FIGURE GROUND MAP Figure Ground Map to study the open spaces and built-up area, giving an idea of density of the area, Building Height Map which depicted the relation of a building height (whether single storey, double or triple) with its adjacent street width, Vehicular & Pedestrian Circulation Maps, to understand which roads are wide enough to cater to four wheelers, Time Travel Maps, which roughly showed the traffic level in equal intervals of distance, Parking Maps to see the existing opportunities of parking as well as the future ones, Streetwise, Building Age and Condition Maps, to determine the outbreak of problems existent in the area and scope for future renovations. EXISITING BIUILDING HEIGHT MAP Studying the area, led to selection of two main streets that connected the fort to highways. One being Sadar Bazar street that connected to Manimajra market and then towards Panhckula, while the other was Kalagram Street which opened to the road connecting to Chandigarh. This led to further detailed studies of both the streets with respect to the maps listed above, and then providing necessary and suitable interventions for both as well as the fort while being coherent of the context, that is the Manimajra Fort.

The old Manimajra city saw development when it was under no jurisdiction, neither Chandigarh Ut nor Haryana. As a result, all or most of the construction took place without conforming to any bye laws and on top of that no judiciary checked the uncontrolled development of this area. According to the undertaken study, suitable interventions came up, such as:

INTERVENTIONS AT STREET 1

PROPOSED LAND USE MAP

FACADE TREATMENT

• Widening of streets at certain junctions as dictated by Chandigarh bye-laws, • Pedestrianizing streets and limiting access of vehicles on them, • Providing eating joints to cater to needs of pedestrians, • Relocating temporary structures and turning them into permanent ones, • Multilevel parking at already built paid parking to accommodate all vehicles whether of shop owners, or residents of the area, • Taking character of old structures still intact on the street, and then merging it and uniforming other shops according to it, to establish character, • Demolishing any illegal encroachments and thus widening of streets, • Improving street scape, making it more people-friendly by erection of street lighting, street furniture, running electrical connections through ground rather than on poles on streets. As per study, lack of any community space was also one major part of street traffic. And to rejuvenate the shambled fort, in such a way that it becomes an integral part of the community, interventions inside it were also thought upon. Turning the empty space inside the fort to usable community spaces which could generate revenue for the maintenance of the fort was one solution, while it would automatically increase its popularity among the residents surrounding it.

INTERVENTIONS AT STREET 2

PROPOSED FIGURE GROUND MAP

FORT INTERVENTION

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