Figure 8 Ideals: Eternal embrace

A multi-faceted narrative composed of an Entrance Pavilion, a Cold Room, a

landscaped area, a pavilion for an Electrical Crematorium, Administration Blocks, Ceremonial Yards, a Waiting Hall, Changing and Rest Rooms, a Canteen,

Traditional and Public Funeral Pyre, Existing Graves and a Parking is generated.

Explaining the functional aspect of this layout, the architects say, “Due to building on an existing crematory, the open land pockets left a scattered layout to the built forms. This leaves an organic layout of spaces. A screen and stone posts and plants add further privacy to each pyre.”

VAIKUNTA MAHAPRASTHANAM is a manifestation of the deepest respects, remembrance of fondest memories and of those moments cherished with the loved.

Figure 8 Ideals: Eternal embrace (Source: https://archello.com/project/mahaprasthanam)

ETERNAL EMBRACE

Stalasuddhi: A stage where purification of the cremation ground and laying pyre is conducted.

Dahana-Samskaram: The final rites of funeral.

Cremation is one of the pure redemptions of those who have lost and loved one another. When the spirits of the dead leave home, one feels a moment of strength and vulnerability by living at the end; From where a form reaches as a monument, it is the most distant exit.