Deekshid K Lal - Architecture Portfolio 2023 by Deekshid Lal

Deekshid K Lal Architecture Portfolio 2018 - 2023

Deekshid K Lal Bachelor of Architecture deekklal@gmail.com (+91) 93874 65677 behance.net/ar-dk instagram.com/dixit_lal/ Growing up I wanted to be an artist, a poet, a designer, and everything in between. I’ve always been told to pick one and make a career out of it. So I decided to be an architect and be all of it at once.

Education 2018 - 2023

School of Architecture MTC | Ernakulam Bachelor of Architecture

2012 - 2017

St. Mary’s English Medium School | Calicut ISC by CISCE Class XI | Grade A (2017 Passed) ICSE by CISCE Class X | Grade A (2015 Passed)

Experience 2017 - 2018

Sargaalaya Kerala Arts & Crafts Village | Calicut Kerala Traditional Mural Paintings. Studied under the guidence of Artist Naveen S.

2018 - 2020

Unit Secretary NASA | India Represented my college at the 63rd NASA General Council. Unit Designee for the 62nd year.

2021 - 2022

Collaborative Urban Design | IIA Cochin Conducted Urban Study of Shantipuram Colony, Kochin. Study in collaboration with Indian Institute of Architects Cochin Center.

2022 - 2023

Architecture Internship | Hexagram Design Pvt Ltd, Delhi Worked in the office of Ar. Ankon Mitra & Ar. Kanishqa Jain. Architecture Design, Interior Design, Furniture Design Site Management, Production & Fabrication, Origami

2020 - 2023

3D Visualizer | Freelance Works Building Render | Concept Visualization | Project Walkthroughs

Works 2018

Spot Fixing | Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam Revamping negative spots around Muvattupuzha town. Group Initiative by SOA MTC.

2020

Bus Terminus Design Proposal | Design Competition Anual NASA Design Competition.

2019

Climate Change Design Expression | Kuzhupilly Beach, Cochi Massive sand art sculpture demonstration at Kuzhupilly Beach A peacefull demonstration against Climate Change.

2020

ZAALA Design Collective | Branding + Design Branding and Face Design for ZAALA Design Collective.

2020

Light Earth Designs | Start Up Creative Designer for Light Earth Designers, based in Ernakulam.

Art Works & Paintings | Passion Works Various commisioned art works and mural painting works done.

Skills + + + + +

Selected Works Aalto’s retreat | Kothamangalam, Ernakulam Special Type Residence Page 9

Deva Natya | Kalamassery, Ernakulam Performing Arts Institute

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The Green Shift | Kakkanad, Ernakulam Responsive Vertical Housing The In Between | Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam Bus Terminus Proposal

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The Open Community | Vengola, Perumbavoor Gated Community The Reclaimed Greens | JNL Stadium, Ernakulam Urban Design Proposal

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Yum Yum Cha | DLF Mall Of India, Noida Themed Restaurant Shantipuram Colony | Thammanam, Ernakulam EWS Housing Redevelopment

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The Comtrust Renaissance | Mananchira, Calicut Adaptive Reuse of Comtrust Weaving Factory

DEVA NATYA WHERE GODS DANCE Location - Kalamassery, Ernakulam Site Area - 3844.8 sq.m | 9.5 acre Type - Performing Arts Institute Year - 2020 A performing arts school that teaches the Malabar holy art style of Theyyam Thira and the Keralan traditional art form of Kathakali. The proposal includes administrative spaces, classrooms, informal performance venues, a library, gym, canteen, staff offices, utilities, and a cultural center. making a hub for divine and human intervention. Theyyam is thought to be a dance performed by people whose bodies are momentarily occupied by heavenly spirits, whereas Kathakali is a theatrical dance that represents tales and mythology. The inner spaces can be roughly categorized as either heavenly spaces or humanistic spaces. Making a situation where one learns from the divine and performs in front of everyone.

PROGRAM

SITE

Theyyam is thought to be a dance performed by people whose bodies are momentarily occupied by heavenly spirits, whereas Kathakali is a theatrical dance that represents tales and mythology. The inner spaces can be roughly categorized as either heavenly spaces or humanistic spaces.

CONCEPT

DESIGN

Creating a shift in scale from divine to humane throughout the design. Classes, practicing areas and performing area embodies the divine scale. Whereas the admin, services and circulation spaces belong to human scale. Creating a space where man comes and learn from the Gods itself.

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ISOMETRIC OF THE CAMPUS

VIEW OF THE PRACTICE AREA

VIEW OF THE PERFORMANCE AREA

LONGITUDINAL SECTION THROUGH THE BUILDING

THE GREEN SHIFT RESPONSIVE VERTICAL HOUSING Location - Kakkanad, Ernakulam Site Area - 77322 sq.m | 1.91 acre Type - High Rise Apartment Year - 2021 The project is a 19-floor high-rise apartment building housing 70 dwelling units. This 68.0-meter tower is envisioned entirely made from responsibly sourced timber using cross-laminated timber (CLT). Including the elevator shafts are made entirely from CLT and columns made from glued laminated timber, Glulam. This project aims to shift perspectives from traditional construction to a responsible alternative. The program includes a basement parking facility, ground-floor commercial units, and first-floor amenities followed by 17 floors of dwelling units. The design aims to give much focus to the unnoticed basement floor by shifting the main lobby of the building underground. Thereby separately handling the circulations of the residents from the public. The semiopened basement acts as a wind tunnel capturing the wind from the river and transporting them to the higher floors. This along with the green terrace makes the building less energy-dependent. The vertical zoning aims to cultivate the communal feelings of the inhabitants. The communal connection which is often lost in vertical rise housing is preserved through the use of careful vertical zoning.

Through the course of time our lives our families our homes undergoes many changes. Then why should oru houses be stagnant? One main disadvantage that apartment buildings have over traditional houses is the inability to expand. This design aims to tackle this very issue. Challenging the core concepts of high rise apartment design and construction. Key concepts include: Adaptive flexibile apartment spaces; Structure not a limiting factor for flexibility; Basements not a neglected space; timber construction as the new norm.

Floor Breakdown Basement Parking Ground Floor Commercial First Floor Amenities 18 Floors Of Dwellings Unit Types 14% 1 BHK (10 Nos) 68% 2 BHK (48 Nos) 14% 3 BHK (10 Nos) 3% 4 BHK (2 Nos)

LONGITUDINAL SECTION OF THE SITE

THE SAHELI ENCLAVE A BETTER GATED COMMUNITY Loocation - Vengola, Perumbavoor Site Area - 22886.79 sq.m | 5.6 acre Type - Gated Community Year - 2021 A community for a total of 110 families comprising 21 individual villas, 2 low-rise apartments, and a 10-floor high-rise apartment. The units are placed along a green belt that runs through the heart of the plot. Vehicles are given less priority and designed in such a way that all amenities and services are accessible by walking. The project’s main aim is to reduce segregation within the community and encourage positive interactions. The project’s design of boundary walls nurtures neighborhood feelings. Instead of focusing amenities in one corner, they are instead placed along the green belt making it easily accessible as well as transforming them into activity nooks. Even the main entrance to the community is through pedestrian access with the vehicular entry shifted to the sidelines. The commercial unit provided ensures better relationships with outside people as well.

Gated communities are residential areas that are enclosed by walls or fences and have restricted access to outsiders. The phenomenon of gated communities has been studied by scholars for several decades. However, reviewed studies are critical of gated communities for promoting spatial fragmentation, privatization of public space and local governance, and for propagating socio-economic inequality and urban segregation. These issues have implications for the planning and management of cities; in terms of balancing between the need for secure neighborhoods and promoting inclusive urban societies. Reimagining Gated Communities without walls. Promoting more social interactions and fostering friendlier neighbours. Also proving every family equal access to amenities and open spaces.

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SPATIAL RELATION BETWEEN DWELLING UNITS

YUM YUM CHA ARCHITECTURAL INTERNSHIP Office - Hexagramm Design Pvt Ltd Loocation - DLF Mall Of India, Noida Type - Themed Restaurant Year - 2022 During my architecture internship, I had the opportunity to work on the interior design of ‘Yum Yum Cha’ restaurant in DLF Mall Of India, Noida. This restaurant is a part of the renowned Yum Yum Cha chain of restaurants, celebrated for its Japanese cuisine. Our project’s concept was inspired by Tokyo City, seeking to recreate the city’s vibrant ambiance within the restaurant. We achieved this by incorporating origami-inspired elements, abstracting Tokyo’s skyline and iconic buildings as slit-form origami sculptures suspended from the ceiling. This creative design brought the spirit of Tokyo to the diners. We met various client requirements, optimising dining space and providing a secondary kitchen with a view of the chefs at work, enhancing the dining experience. Our design was faithful to the brand’s colours and vocabulary, ensuring brand consistency. A significant challenge was the weight load restrictions imposed by the mall, requiring us to carefully select materials that met safety regulations while maintaining the desired aesthetics. This involved a delicate balance of creativity and engineering. In conclusion, our ‘Yum Yum Cha’ project is a testament to our ability to bring imaginative concepts to life within practical constraints.

Design challenges Weight Load Restrictions: Overcoming strict weight limits set by mall authorities demanded careful material selection to maintain safety while minimizing weight. Creative Representation: Crafting detailed origami designs to capture Tokyo’s essence required meticulous work and creative finesse. Space Optimization: Maximizing dining space while ensuring a spacious and inviting layout was a design challenge. Secondary Kitchen Visibility: Creating a visually appealing connection between diners and chefs without compromising functionality called for expert kitchen layout planning. Brand Consistency: Balancing brand identity with the Tokyoinspired concept challenged us to maintain harmony in design and brand vocabulary.

Grid Pattern in ThermoAsh Wood

Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.08

1105

2880

2534

900

3240

3567

2760

630

136

Concealed Door to kitchen Storage

Metal Screen-1

Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.07

EXTERIOR ELEVATION B

YYC Signage Letters

Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.01

Mall Corridor False Ceiling Bottom Lvl +3300 Grid Pattern in ThermoAsh Cladded Over Existing Circular Column

1950 2400

13164

Refer Drg. NoARC-HOS-609-D-1.04-B

Mall Corridor FFL ±0

Metal Screen-4

Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.07

Metal Screen-2

Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.07

12mm Tempered Glass with Frosting Pattern

(with 2 hr. Fire Rating) Refer Drg. No- ARC-HOS-609-D-1.06

EXISTING FRAME AT PREMISES TO SUPPORT SHOP FRONT

540

485

MALL CEILING 12MM THK SHERA BOARD 20MM THK THERMOASH CLADDING MS VERTICLE FRAME 50X50X3.6 MS SECTIONS 50X50X3.6

KITCHEN GRID CEILING

KIT

WINDOW TOP W

3300

MALL COMMON AREA

KITCHEN SERVICE DOOR

2700

WINDOW CILL W

BOH

12MM THK TILE FIXED W ADHESIVE BOH FLOORING (Lvl +435 MM) (40MM THK INCLUDING WATERPROOFING LAYER)

900

12 MM GROOVE 270

360

270

180

DOOR SHUTTER PART ATTACHED WITH AUTO CLOSE HINGES AND PIN GROOVE (AS PER DETAIL)

BOH FLOORING (40MM T WATERPRO WA - 3 COATS O (UPTO SKIRTING 4 WITH

270

400

MALL COMMON FLOORING AS PER SITE (Lvl ±0)

200X3 UND 12 MM THK PROTE

MEMBRANE WA (UPTO 300MM TO ALL EDGE WALL 72 HRS. P

EXISTING FRAME AT PREMISES TO SUPPORT SHOP FRONT

NG FRAME AT PREMISES PPORT SHOP FRONT

MALL CEILING DEMISE LINE OF YYC

600

CEILING M THK SHERA BOARD M THK THERMOASH DING

MS VERTICLE FRAME 50X50X3.6 12MM THK SHERA BOARD 20MM THK THERMOASH CLADDING

KITCHEN CEILING

MS SECTION 50X50X3.6

205

275

900

RTICLE FRAME 0X3.6 CTIONS 50X50X3.6

WINDOW TOP WITH SS FIINISH

COMMON AREA

COMMON FLOORING AS ITE (Lvl ±0)

900

12MM TEMPERED GLASS (with 2hr Fire Rating)

3300

2265

WINDOW CILL WITH SS FIINISH

REFER GLASS FIXING AND FROSTING DETAILS SHEET (ARC-HOS-609-D-1.06)

12MM THK SHERA BOARD 20MM THK THERMOASH CLADDING MS VERTICLE FRAME 50X50X3.6

200X300 AAC BLOCK UNDER RCC BEAM 12 MM THK PROTECTIVE PLASTER MEMBRANE WATER PROOFING (UPTO 300MM UP-COVERING TO ALL EDGE WALLS/ SIDES WITH 72 HRS. PONDING TEST)

1500 eq

MS BOTTOM FRAME 50X50X3.6

2 - Ø 12MM REINFORCEMENT BARS 150 300

12 MM GROOVE SEALED WITH SILICONE BOH FLOORING (Lvl +435 MM) (40MM THK INCLUDING WATERPROOFING LAYER) WATERPROOFING - 3 COATS OF TAPECRETE. (UPTO SKIRTING LEVEL OF BOH) 40MM THK PCC WITH GUARD MESH XPS FILLING

1040

12MM THK SHERA BOARD TILE FIXED WITH CHEMICAL ADHESIVE AS PER SPECS

393

SHUTTER PART ATTACHED AUTO CLOSE HINGES AND PIN VE (AS PER DETAIL)

MALL COMMON AREA

BOH

200 (8)

Ø8MM C-STIRRUPS C/C 200MM 12 MM GROOVE SEALED WITH SILICONE 12MM THK TOUGHENED GLASS STRIP INSERTED IN 20MM WIDE SPACE B/W TWO ALUMINIUM SECTIONS AND SEALED WITH SILICON ON BOTH SIDES. MALL COMMON FLOORING AS PER SITE (Lvl ±0) ALUMINIUM L-SECTION (7B) (50X50X5)

COMTRUST RENAISSANCE OLD FACTORY TO ACTIVE URBAN HUB Loocation - Comtrust Weaving Factory, Calicut Site Area - 12830 sq.m | 3.5 acre Type - Adaptive Reuse Year - 2023 The “Comtrust Renaissance” project endeavors to breathe new life into the Comtrust Weaving Factory and its surroundings within Kozhikode, India. This ambitious undertaking seeks to transform the decaying factory into a vibrant, sustainable public space that positively impacts the city. The project’s core objective is adaptive reuse, repurposing the factory buildings into a versatile mixed-use development. This new space will house a cultural center, coworking facilities, and a sustainable food market, adding vibrancy to the area. Moreover, the project emphasizes an enhanced public realm, featuring pedestrian-friendly pathways, green spaces, and water elements that link the Comtrust Precinct to the broader urban context. Beyond the physical transformation, the project has a cultural dimension. It aspires to rekindle the Majlis culture that once flourished in Calicut’s markets, fostering trade, artistic expressions, and community engagement. This facet recognizes the importance of preserving historical structures, offering insights and solutions to safeguard architectural heritage. The “Comtrust Renaissance” project stands as a holistic approach to urban renewal, promoting sustainability, cultural preservation, and community well-being.

The Comtrust Weaving Factory, founded in 1844, introduced modern textile production techniques to Kozhikode. Over the years, it has played a significant role in the city’s history and culture, providing employment to diverse communities. The factory, originally under German missionary ownership, later transitioned through British and Indian ownership before closing in 2009 due to financial challenges. The Comtrust Precinct, encompassing Mananchira Square and the factory buildings, is situated in Kozhikode’s core. Mananchira Square has historical significance, serving as the palace courtyard and a key gathering place. However, the site’s present condition reveals underutilization, with limited public access to Mananchira Park and a dilapidated state of the factory buildings. The Comtrust Precinct presents an opportunity for transformation, where past heritage merges with contemporary potential, offering a canvas for revitalizing a historically rich and culturally significant space.

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The design solution for “The Comtrust Renaissance” project is characterized by adaptive reuse, transforming the Comtrust Weaving Factory into a mixed-use development that includes a cultural center, coworking spaces, and a sustainable food market. Key features comprise pedestrian-friendly pathways, green spaces, and water features, connecting the Comtrust Precinct to its surroundings, promoting walkability and community interaction. A strong emphasis is placed on cultural revival, fostering artistic expressions and community engagement in line with the revival of the Majlis culture. Historical preservation is integral, protecting and restoring architectural heritage, while sustainability principles guide the use of environmentally responsible practices. The community-centric design offers spaces for public gatherings, events, and communal activities. This comprehensive approach aims to rejuvenate the Comtrust Precinct, creating a vibrant and culturally rich public space while preserving its historical significance and architectural character. Creating a dynamic and culturally rich public space.

TRANSVERSE SECTION THRO

OUGH THE MUSEUM BLOCK

WOODEN EAVE BOARD 5X25 WOODEN LOUVERS

GALVANIZED STEEL PLATE TERRACOTTA ROOF TILES 30X25 WOODEN RAFTERS 15X5 PURLINS 5X5 WOODEN BEAM 15X20

177

180

WOODEN CORNICE

CEMENT TILE FINISH

GROUND LEVEL ± 0

1m DETAIL SECTION OF INTERIOR COURTYAR & ROOF

310

147 82

200

WOODEN FRAME WINDOW WOODEN COLOMN 34X34

WOODEN EAVE BOARD 5x25 WOODEN LOUVERS TERRACOTTA ROOF TILES 30x25 WOODEN RAFTERS 15x5 PURLINS 5x5

RAIN GUTTERS

260

455

LATERITE STONE MASONRY WOODEN LINTEL 25X15

CEMENT TILE FINISH SAND FILLINGS GRATING GROUND LEVEL ± 0 EVAPORATION CHAMBER

STORM WATER DRAIN

1m DETAIL SECTION OF THE EXTIOR FACING WALL

Deekshid K Lal

Selected Works

2023