DIVYA SRINIVASAN
2008 – 2012 Course – Bachelor of Architecture (expected 2013) RV College of Engineering, Bangalore, India
WORK EXPERIENCE
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NO . 236 , CROSS , BLOCK , PHASE , BANASHANKARI , STAGE , BANGALORE – 560085 Email ID: dvs736@gmail.com Contact : +918095173668 , +918026695041
INTENT In my pursuit to understand the formal intersections between architecture, computation and science; with a continued focus in implementing sustainable solutions in has led me along the path of academia , paper publications ,entrepreneurial experience and internships. This portfolio is a compendium of my work
ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE
2. COMPETITIONS - Finalist for design mile - Product design competition - Finalist for puma footwear art competition - Won the all India photography competition , Madurai
STUDIO 62,CHENNAI,INDIA
Design intern
(June 2011 - July 2011)
Design intern
(July 2010 – August 2010)
REFERENCE – MAHENDRA K studio62.design@gmail.com - Worked on interiors for a store - Overseeing construction and site work - Research , concept development, sketches /drawings for a resort project
P R A G R U P, B A N G A L O R E , I N D I A
Design intern
(June 2009 – August 2009)
REFERENCE – SHILPA S shilpa@pragrup.in - Drawings on auto cad and google sketch up respectively - Improved graphic and rendering techniques - Worked on design of a residence
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Software –AutoCAD, Revit architecture, 3ds Max, Photoshop, Google Sketchup, Corel Draw, HTML, Flash, Microsoft Office. Skills -Craft, Drafting and rendering with graphite, ink, watercolor, and colored pencil Modeling Skills -Wood, chipboard, foam, and plastic
MISCELLANEOUS - Elected as a part of college events board - Selected for various photography workshops - Trained classical dancer , singer and won various competitions in the same with additional hobbies in painting , sketching and sports.
E D U C AT I O N A L Q U A L I F I C AT I O N CGPA – 7.5 / 10
(July 2011 - December 2011)
REFERENCE – KEVIN D kd@esu-mean.com - Worked on concept and design of a reception centre - Worked on detail drawings - Worked on 3d modeling and rendering
1. RESEARCH PAPERS - Paper presentation in Green Design Symposium , Madurai - Research contribution for paper publication in UIA journal , Tokyo. - Paper publication in RVSA journal
Bachelor of Architecture
Design intern
REFERENCE – MATHAN R mathan@x-architects.com - Worked on design and detailing of a project from tender stage - Schematic report for a museum - Design and development for an urban planning project - Worked on schematics of a master plan
K & D A S S O C I AT E S , D U B A I , U A E
STUDIO VIABLE : - Designed interiors for the Vespa showroom in the city - Conceptual development for a boutique – Carnations - Schematic interior solutions for IACC office
ACHIEVEMENTS
CURRICULUM VITAE
X-ARCHITECTS,DUBAI,UAE
Nominated to Dean’s List
DOT-QA,BANGALORE,INDIA
Design assistant
(June 2010 – present)
REFERENCE – KARTHIK V N karthikvn@gmail.com - Design implementation and execution for a restaurant under the guidance of the lead designer - Research and concept sketches ,drawings for a boutique.
ADVANCED FRAMING Staff Intern - Studied over 20 homes in four months all over south India as a fast pace initiative - Gained confidence and familiarity with light frame construction and field work
(June 2008 - August2008)
SKETCHES
PHOTOGRAPHY
Case 1
SEMESTER 4 E X P L O R A T I O N O F F R A C T A L
C a s e
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TO EXPLORE ORDER WITHIN CHAOS
2 : To explain the same with fractals. importance of a base generator.
generator +
Interlocking of modules -
Order or chaos?
Resultant : chaos without a base generator. C a s e 3 : to explore the flexibility of a single module 12 blocks of the same module was used keeping the generator intact
sections
ANALYSIS
Type 1
Type 2
Unit plans
Type 2
SEMESTER 5 : site plan
The idea behind this project was to enhance the contrast between the adjoining lake and the site.
Type 3
HOUSING PROJECT
CONCEPT IDEAS cluster plan Site location : Bangalore Area : 3.5 acres Project : Group housing
The main intention was to keep the built form in harmony with the lake and to continue the fluidity the lake offered to the site.
SITE FEATURES - Adjoining lake - Marshy land - High income locality - Single approach road.
section - AA
Initial model : A contrast of fluidity and rigidity
Initial Zoning
Single module
Initial massing
S E M E S T E R 8 : MUSIC AND DANCE INSTITIUTE
The idea behind the institute was to integrate music and dance around a central Open plaza which ties them together . This plaza acts as a practice area for Students and a major pause point in the campus.
CONCEPT IDEAS
plans sections concept model
sketches
concept sketches
DESIGN ASSISTANT AT DOT QA
P R O J E C T 2 : INTERIOR DESIGN FOR A HOUSE
DOT QA provides design solutions with a focus on building low cost housing and sustainable interior finishes..
Here my brief was to remodel an existing house to a Guest House. The space was designed along the lines of a studio apartment
P R O J E C T 1 : RESTAURANT INTERIOR
The idea was to create two different entities inside the environment connected by the sense of vitality catering to both a Fine Dine Experience as well as a Lounge Camry. Since the need was to address two different setups a unique system of connect was introduced without creating a jargon or a chaotic approach.
Concept Conceptdevelopment development
Final renders
• Hybrid Thinking - A paper on a new approach to design and the paradigm of design philosophy by amalgamating various talents and ideals from a wide pool of skill sets benefitting an information oriented society of the future.Hybrid thinking and Hybrid Approach integrates the concept of design thinking and design approach with other ways of thinking in order to take on simultaneous problems in design related transformation, innovation and strategy. Author - Karthik V Narayan Paper presented in UIA World Congress, Tokyo Published in UIA Journal - Tokyo Chapter 2011 Research Assistant - Divya Srinivasan PLAN
• Trials and tribulations of a gen-x architect -
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“plight of the Gen-x architect has been constantly nagging us , in our architectural sojourn…”
TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF
A GEN-X ARCHITECT
A peak into the astounding rise of carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and the impact it has been having on nature . The motive behind this paper was if we as architects can bring about a difference or are we just going to remain as mute spectators. I went on to present a case study to formulate a method of reducing the impact of carbon dioxide by implementing some basic techniques which could help us greatly in becoming carbon neutral . Carbon Sequestration being one of the recent studies by global climate change initiative was studied and implemented in the case study . Author : Divya Srinivasan Green Design Symposium , Madurai
R o l e o f P o l i c i e s in achieving a Sustainable built environment
VIEW OF GALLERY
Paper published in RVSA Journal 2011
SECTION OF MAIN HALL
3. Role of Policies in achieving a Sustainable built environment - The impact of sustainable entities and environments on human mind, society and ecology, the unfortunate misinterpretations, policies necessary to implement this and a design module to work with. Author - Karthik V Narayan Paper published in IIA Journal 2011 Research Assistant – Divya Srinivasan
SKETCHES INTERNSHIP AT X-ARCHITECTS , DUBAI
PAPER PUBLICATIONS The architectural research I involved myself in has indeed paved a very interesting path in my learning. It helped me garner a lot of feedback that served as a medium for improvement.
CAFE
SECTION OF MAIN HALL
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
INTERNSHIP AT STUDIO 69
OPTION 1 PLANS
split
elevate
SECTION
With the concept being the monsoon theme , the main idea is to focus on the different cultural aspects of the places and to bring about a sense of versatility into the whole space .
The idea is to split the land mass into two main Branches just like the Indian landmass is split into the Arabian and the Bay Of Bengal branch which will constitute the different zones respectively.
Enhance views
OPTION 2 Zoning according to culture
orientation
Emphasis on linking element connecting The different cultural zones
The idea is to treat the site as the Indian Landmass itself, fragmented into different zones, With a common thread(link)that is connecting All the zones , with each zone having its own distinctive features..(cusine,traditional gallery, spa..etc)
OFFICE ELEVATIONS
INTERNSHIP AT PRAGRU - BANGALORE
COMPETITION PROJECT: MUSIC PAVILLION To design a music lounge to facilitate music listening and cultivate music culture among stressed out working individuals in offices. The lounge redefines music listening and experience. A space for exhibiting talents and to conduct program among individuals The concept was evolved to form single a continuous ribbon module entire module is made out of a single continuous running block of same thickness forming the modules The MUSIC LOUNGE is divided into four spaces PERFORMANCE SPACE For live bands to perform. this area will accommodate a convertible stage/dais for 2 performers. while not in use it can be used as a interactive seating space INTERACTIVE SPACE This area provides interaction between individuals while listening to music played in the music lounge SOLITARY SPACE For individual music listening where music is experienced in isolation SEMI SOLITARY SPACE Includes flexibility for both solitary environment and interactive space. the semi solitary space provides reading and relaxing space also
The primary module is the main single module which forms the basic structure or the skeletal framework providing support to the secondary module The secondary modules is interior framework of the design unit. the interior is broken into two or three modules. the modules are broken according to interactive and solitary spaces.
REAR AERIAL VIEW
GROUND FLOOR SECTIONAL VIEW
RESTORATION: THE MAIN BUILDING AND THE SERVANT’S QUARTERS ARE CONNECTED BY THE OUTER EXHIBITION AREA. THE MAIN BUILDING IS CONVERTED INTO AN INDOOR EXHIBITION AREA. EXTENSION: JUST ON THE REAR END OF THE MAIN BUILDING BETWEEN THE INDOOR AND THE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION AREAS, THERE ARE GALLERIES ON THE THREE LEVELS, SUPPORTED BY A PARALLEL WALL OF 10 METERS HIGH, SERVING AS A BACKDROP TO THE EXISTING MAIN BUILDING (INDOOR EXHIBITION AREA). THE WALLS OF THE BUILDING AND FRONT FAÇADE ARE PRESERVED AND RESTORED. EXTENSION TO THE BUILDING OUTDOOR EXHIBITION, GALLERIES AND AN AMPHITHEATRE. RENOVATION: THE ROOFS ARE DESIGNED AND RECONSTRUCTED TO FACILITATE EXHIBITION.
The entire design is split into two main parts. a prototype is developed for an flexible design according to the requirements of the offices. The prototype is split into two modules primary module and secondary modules
FIRST FLOOR SECTIONAL VIEW
SECOND FLOOR SECTIONAL VIEW
REAR AERIAL VIEW
COMPETITION The design of our furniture was purely an inspiration from the different Postures of a human body . The main intention was to Provide comfortable seating in different postures while reading.
3D MODELLING
FEATURES : •Reading light •Pull and push table •Storage deck for books. FIXING DETAIL : one of the major crises faced by a Lot of people in regard to furniture is maintenance. MATERIALS : The skeleton of the furniture is made of wood Memory foam for cushioning Leather used as exterior covering.
•The furniture is cantilevered by 1.2m and is Mounted by metal rods. •Steel rods run through the furniture acting as Reinforcement and hence avoids tension.
PHYSICAL MODELS
The idea was to study the hierarchy of spaces In a studio and assign functions accordingly In order to increase the communication between Students providing ample breathing space
TIME PROBLEM
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