REDESIGNING OF THE EXISTING WET AREA GAGAN DEEP IAD B 2012-2016
THE EXISTING WET AREA
ANALYSIS OF THE EXISTING WET AREA Analysis of the existing wet area had to be done in terms of functionality and aesthetics. The standards had to be compared with the existing dimensions and each and every area had to be carefully observed. The faults thus noted had to be listed.
LEARNING: -I learnt how to critically analyze a space. -I learnt how color add as an important element in our space and how it effects the mood created. -I learnt how the first element that we see in any space can create the difference. -I learnt that getting the standards correct in first place solve half the problems.
FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS There is no provision to keep basic toiletries like even a soap case in the bathing segment so each time one needs it, he has to move out from wet area to the dry space and then get it therefore its temporarily kept on the partition.
The nahani trap is right below the tap; when a bucket is placed under the tap; the water gets blocked till the bucket isn’t removed.
The floor is straight in the bathing section. At times the foam sticks to the corners: the water is to be wiped out each time the area is been used manually
There are is no electric switch (connected to lights, exhaust fan or the fan) in the bathroom: so it’s a matter of slight discomfort when one is inside and a person not aware of this switch it off from outside.
The WC is not placed at the center so while cleaning the space around it, one faces a lot of proper as the area to the right of it is not even sufficient for a wiper to get in.
• The mirror placed is a bit too long which slightly overlaps the window panel behind.
There is no provision to keep clothes except the hooks behind the door which are slightly inconvenient to access.
AESTHETICAL ANALYSIS The mirror placed is not aligned to the tile pattern on the wall.
The tiles, WC and washbasin is white (titanium white) whereas the plaster color as well as the floor marble is off-white (cream white) so it does not look nice.
• There is a provision for water storage on the roof above so there is dampness on the walls and the plaster is tipping off.
The blue tiles are not balanced; they are just on two walls whereas the other two walls are completely blank.
CLIENT PROFILE
NAME: Gagan Deep AGE: 19 years GENDER: Female OCCUPATION: Student
VOLATILE
D L O B
Y Z A R C
ADAPTABLE
ALIVE
TH OU G
HT FU L
FRIENDLY
MO OD Y
E V I T C E PROT
DEX TER EOU S
FLASHY
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MIND MAPPING
To understand the client, a mind mapping exercise is done in which all the qualities (good or bad) of the client are stated in order to understand his living and preferences.
DESIRED QUALTITIES OF THE SPACE TO BE REDESIGNED
DESIGN BRIEF • A vanity counter for sufficient storage • Fittings with smooth finishing. • Clear demarcation between the wet and the dry area. • No visual distraction. • Sense of enclosure to a certain extend • Sufficient ventilation • Automated fixtures • A place that helps me REGENERATE> RECREATE> REFRESH • An integrated space (altogether) that depicts continuity and connectivity • A provision to play music • I would redesign my wet area that should be intimate, warm and secure yet uncluttered and spacious in the visual context. • Need soothing light • Provision to keep the toiletries near the bathing area( should be easily accessible) • Proper drainage of water • Coordinated color look for fixtures, wall and floor finishes.
CONCEPT BOARD
TEXTURE BOARD
COLOUR BOARD
LEARNING OUTCOME -How to relate the likes and the dislikes with the design we come up with. -We learnt how to express our ideas and thoughts through a mood board. -We learnt how different words can be used to express a space and make a mood board expressing the same. -How to derive a texture board from a mood board. -We learnt how different textures can be incorporated in terms of our fixtures and fittings. -How to make a form and shape board.
SPACE PARAMETERS
NO SCOPE OF EXPANSION
CHANCES OF EXPANSION
R.C.C. COLUMN
CHANCES OF EXPANSION
CASE STUDY
FRAME OF THE GLASS/ MIRROR
COMBINATION OF COLOURS
AMBIENCE OF THE SPACE
SORTED OPEN VANITY
HIGHLIGHTED BY THE LIGHT
DIFFERENT LEVELS TO DISTINGUISH B/W AREAS
DEMARCATED ZONES FOR DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES
LEDGE WALL MAINTAINING LEVEL OF PRIVACY
ACCESSORIES COMPLIMENTING THE SPACE
SIMPLE YET DEMARCATED ACTIVITEIS
VANITY SLAB COVERING THE FIXTURES
AMBIENCE OF THE SPACE
LEARNING OUTCOME During the study of various bathrooms for residential purposes, I learnt the following things: How we research on various types of bathrooms, and how we pick up influential styles from it. How the colour combinations works About different mix and match of types of fixtures and fittings which compliment each other. About various ways to present it aesthetically. It helped me to create a vision of the space I desired for.
SPECIFICATION CHART S.NO.
Particulars
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PICTURE
COMPANY
MODEL NO.
DIMENSIONS (IN MM)
SPECIFICATION
Wall tiles
Nitco Tiles
Ultima DigitalAtacama Crema
300X600
Matte Finish in Ceramic Body
2
Flooring
Kajaria
Imperial Bianca
60x60
Satin Matt Finish
3
Bathroom Sink Faucet
KOHLER
Loure K-14660-4CP
Height 14-3/8" Length 5-1/4" Width 2-1/2"
Made of brass construction with brass valve bodies
4
Counter top
Puccio
#196 Good Honey
Custom
Backlit ONYX
S.NO.
Particulars
5
PICTURE
COMPANY
MODEL NO.
DIMENSIONS (IN MM)
SPECIFICATION
Towel holder
Kohler
K-6817-SN
Height 7" Length 6" Width 6-1/16" Depth 4-1/2"
Vibrant Polished Nickel
6
Bathroom sink
Kohler
K-2388-0
Height 6-1/2" Length 16-1/2" Width 16-1/2"
White polished finish
7
Shower base with right-hand drain
KOHLER
Ballast -K1936-0
Height 3-7/32" Length 60" Width 32"
The shower base is made of resin concrete core with acrylic surface
8
Toilet seat
Kohler
Veil K-6304-0
Height 13-7/8" Length 21" Width 15-1/8"
One-piece elongated dualflush wall-hung toilet with C3 toilet seat with bidet functionality, white finish
S.NO.
Particulars
89
PICTURE
COMPANY
MODEL NO.
DIMENSIONS (IN MM)
SPECIFICATION
Grab bar
Kohler
Margaux K-11885-S
Height 2-5/8" Length 389/16" Width 2-3/4"
Polished Stainless
10
Shower panel
Jazz
Angel seriesPearl white
21x150 cm"
Aluminum alloy body ( 1.5 mm thick ) with white matte finish powder coating.
11
Health faucet
KOHLER
K-12925IN
45x60x132
Polished chrome
12
Exhaust fan
Havells
Turboforce
38x38
Efficient motor
FINAL CAD PLAN AND SECTIONAL ELEVATIONS
SKETCH UP MODEL OF THE RE-DESIGNED WET AREA (PLAN)
Wall flushed in niches to be provided on both the opposite sides of the ledge wall where the internal one is to be used as toiletries storage space where as the external one is used to display accessories.
EXPLORATION VIA HAND MADE MODEL