Ivana Rakshit Master of Architecture University of Illinois at Urbana -Champaign
I believe architects have the power to give direction to human activity and growth. A city, a building, cannot be isolated anymore; they have to be brought to life – Architecture must grow out of its surrounding and breathe with its occupants.
IVANA RAKSHIT
LEED Green Associate Master of Architecture Candidate ivanar2@illinois.edu iva.rakshit@gmail.com https://issuu.com/ivanarakshit www.linkedin.com/in/ivanarakshit (217) 693 - 2311
REFERENCE
Prof. Ralph Eugen Hammann,
LEED A.P., Thomas D. Hubbard Prof. in Arch. rhammann@illinois.edu
SOFTWARE SKILLS AutoCAD Rhinoceros SketchUp Revit ArchiCAD Photoshop InDesign Illustrator Lumion Climate Consultant WUFI Sefaira eQuest DIVA for Rhino
OTHER SKILLS Model Making 3D Printing Sketching Photography Team Work
WORK EXPERIENCE WATG Irvine, California Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
May 2017 – August 2017
- Gained great experience working on a renovation project and Code compliant modifications. - Worked on development of full scale, co-ordinated Revit model of the renovation project. - Played key role in visualizing conceptual urban design development for a masterplan. - Valuable experience of team work in a team based studio set up.
RailTEC, UIUC Graphic Designer, Part-time
June 2017 – May 2018
- In charge of full design related needs: Posters, web announcements, flyers, conference programs, cards and logos.
X-Architects, Dubai, UAE June 2015 – November 2015 Professional Training (Internship Semester - part of Undergraduate Curriculum) - Received a wholesome training in all aspects of an architectural project. - Worked on the design of 5 projects including masterplans and plans of individual villas. - Also worked on detail drawings and scale models of projects. - Went on multiple site visits and got firsthand experience of the construction process.
EDUCATION & ACHIEVEMENTS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Master of Architecture, focus on Technology and Performance National Institute of Technology, Trichy, India Bachelor of Architecture, minor in Energy Efficient Buildings
Gold Medal for Highest CGPA in Architecture, Batch of 2016 Academic Achievement Award (Years 2011-’12, 2012-’13, 2015-’16)
August 2016 - Current CGPA: 3.76 / 4.0
July 2011 – April 2016
CGPA: 8.74 / 10
LEADERSHIP & OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS Events Head for Archcult 2015 National Level Architectural Symposium held by the Dept.of Architecture, NIT Trichy Drafting Head for Louis I Khan (LIK) Trophy, NASA 2014 National level competition held by National Architectural Students’ Association (NASA) Part of Qualifying Team for ANDC 2013 Annual National Design Competition is a qualification round to NASA competition
01 Inspire Tower
HIGHRISE & URBAN DESIGN STUDIO Graduate: 3rd semester Re-Designing the Chicago Tower Group work
Most towers in Chicago are orthogonal in form. Our aim was to redefine this trend in form and height.
Equal Opportunity to Views
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Tower Culmination
Who get the better view? Wind Turbine & Viewing Deck
Preserve Privacy & Views
Privacy & View Compromise
Condo 360o Views for all
Hotel
The project was an opportunity to make a mark on the Chicago skyline.
Break the orthogonal form
Reduce Wind Loads
This studio focused on the design of a tower at the site of the original Chicago Tower proposed by Santiago Calatrava. The site posed a unique challenge as it is divided into two by the Lake Shore Drive. The proposed program was a high end condominium and hotel tower with a wellness center attached to it.
The pinnacle of the tower serves as a viewing deck that overlooks the city of Chicago.
Hotel & Condominium Recreational Areas
Lobby, Administration
Wellness Center
Level 15
Level 51
Hotel: - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bedroom
Level 119
Hotel: - Luxury Suite - 1 Bedroom
Condominium: - Studio - 1 Bedroom - 3 Bedroom
Condominium: - 2 Bedroom - 4 Bedroom
Resto Bar
The core is designed in a cruciform to accommodate the twisting nature of the Condominium and Hotel units. The slit in the plan which is expressed in the form, visually defines the two functions. The building core and diagrid structure also enhance the form and function of the building.
Core
Slabs
Diagrid Structure
Glass Facade
02 Chicago Center for Acute Care INTIGRATED DESIGN STUDIO
Graduate: 2nd semester Site: Northwestern Medical District, Chicago Group work
Cooling Towers + Mechanical Floor Medical Homestay
InPatient Oncology
Surgery Clinics Healing Garden + Mechanical Floor Ambulatory Clinics Healing Garden + Mechanical Floor Medical Offices Podium + Health Care Retail
The aim was to explore hospital design in a highrise setting. The hospital is located in the Medical district of Chicago and connectivity to neghboring hospitals was a priority. The program accommodates medical homestay for kin of patients with long recovery periods. This was to be designed considering future expansion of inpatient rooms. Another important design consideration was outdoor recovery spaces for patients.
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GENERAL SURGERY
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OTOLARYNGOLOGY & ORAL SURGERY
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OTOLARYNGOLOGY & ORAL SURGERY
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OTOLARYNGOLOGY & ORAL SURGERY
427'-6" LEVEL +25
OTOLARYNGOLOGY & ORAL SURGERY
412'-6" LEVEL +24
OTOLARYNGOLOGY & ORAL SURGERY ADMINSTRATION
397'-6" LEVEL +23
MECH. FLOOR 2
367'-6" LEVEL +22
TRANSPLANT CENTRE
352'-6" LEVEL +21
PAT CLINIC
337'-6" LEVEL +20
PULMONARY CLINIC & ADMINSTRATION
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PULMONARY CLINIC
307'-6" LEVEL +18
PACU
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PACU
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PREP & RECOVERY
262'-6" LEVEL +15
PREP & RECOVERY
247'-6" LEVEL +14
H&V CLINIC
232'-6" LEVEL +13
H&V CLINIC
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H&V DIG.
202'-6" LEVEL +11
H&V ADMINSTRATION
187'-6" LEVEL +10
STAFF FACILITIES
172'-6" LEVEL +9
MECH. FLOOR 1
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MOB
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MOB
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MOB
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MOB
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CONFERENCE/EDU CENTRE
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30' LEVEL +2
Urban Plaza cum Exhibition Space
Patient
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Winter Garden The harsh winters of Chicago was the driver for the design. The Winter Garden has both indoor and outdoor spaces which can be used flexibly, depending on the weather. Contact with nature helps in the healing process. This Winter Garden provides the patients with an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors within the sheltered comfort offered indoors.
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03 Parkland College Institute of Aviation at Willard Airport TECHNOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE STUDIO
Graduate: 1st semester Site: Willard airport, Champaign, IL Group work The task was to design an aviation maintenance institute with a hangar. It was challenging to design an elegant, functional long span structure. The idea was to design a single unifying structure for the hangar and the institute building. The aim was to design an iconic structure that can act as an attraction to the facility. It creates a learning environment using new technologies that hopes to inspire students to innovate.
Taking Flight
“ I n s p i r i n g Te c h n o l o g y � The project involves two parts: The Hangar and The Institute The design is intended to create an elegant longspan structure. The form wraps around the functions creating a complete enclosure. With strategic openings to allow light and air, the form optimizes functionality.
Diffuse light through GlassX
Optimized Natural Lighting
Direct light through glass
Flexible Natural Ventilation
Separated Volumes
A. Hangar Door
Thermodynamic Glazing: GlassX
A Hydraulically Controlled door system was designed. This was best to fit the curvature of the hangar opening.
Detail C
Summer
Temperature >70 F Solar Angle >40
B. Structure
C
Glass Pane
A Lattice Frame Structure was chosen to support the entire form. The members connect at a fixed connection. The secondary framework coincides with the primary frame and supports the GlassX panels that create the envelope.
Prism Panel Hermetically Sealed Polycarbonate
PCM Core Liquid State
Winter
Temperature <50 F Solar Angle <35
Hangar Door Detail A
C. Phase Change Material This is a Thermodynamic Material which changes state based on outside temperature. It reduces the need for mechanical temperature control by upto 50% annually. R value - R12 Thermal Capacity - 225 kJ/kg Thermal Storage - 315 BTU/ft 2 Internal Tem. Reduction - 5 to 9 F Heating Load Reduction - upto 200 KWh/yr
PCM Core Solid State
Structural Detail Section BBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;
Classrooms and Offices over look hangar and workshops from second floor. Envelope
Lattice Frame Structure
Hangar and workshops placed on first floor for ease of access.
Second Floor
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04 Surf & Sand Resort Renovation PROFESSIONAL WORK: BIM
Internship: Summer 2017 Team: 3 members Site: Laguna Beach, California The project dealt with restoration of the existing resort to bring it up to current ADA Standards. It also included remodeling of existing rooms. Surfside Building
Spa Conference Center
ADA Ramp
Since there is no digital documentation of the development, the major task was to develop an accurate BIM model of the resort. My role: Assisted in developing the Revit model of the project from surveys and old plans. Designed the ADA ramp entrance to the resort. Prepared the 50% SD package.
New mechanical unit addition to Conference Center Existing pedestrian entrance
Surfside Building: Renovation plans
ADA compliant entrance ramp
05 Qingshui Industrial New Town
PROFESSIONAL WORK: MASTER PLANNING & URBAN DESIGN Internship: Summer 2017 Team: 4-6 members Site: Quingshi, China
This master planning project was a competition to design the new Industrial Town in Quingshui. The idea was to create a city within a park. The masterplan preserves and takes advantage of the exsisting green areas and water bodies. The core is situated such that it serves as the entrance of the town. Located at the bank of a waterbody, the core and resorts surrounding it create a sense of arrival. My role: For phase 1, performed preliminary zoning and land use analysis based on Senior Plannerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawings. Participated in urban design of the core for Phase 2. Developed topography model and sketchup model for the uban design presentation. Developed in detail a mixed-use educational area of the core.
Masterplan Land Use
Town Core
View Cones & Green Spaces
Residential
Hospitality
Mixed-Use
Manufacturing
Civic
R&D
Educational
Preserved Land
Commercial
Mixed-use educational area designed by Ivana Rakshit.
View of Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Core & Approach
Major & Minor Pedestrian Routes
Interactive Plaza
06 150 Sesquicentennial Design Competition, UIUC Graduate: 3rd Semester Site: UIUC Campus Group work: Team Time-Space-Continuum The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign celebrated its 150th year in 2017. The design competition aimed to generate ideas to commemorate this event - the history of the university and its great achievements over the years.
Prospective Student
Informative
Collective
Walk of Fame
Interactive Plaza
Current Student
Alumni
Collaborative
IlliniConnect App
The Tri-fold Approach
IlliniConnect App The app connects the walk of fame with the history of the campus and makes it accessible to people across the world.
Each plaque describes the achievements of various visionaries across the Campus.
Commemorative Plaque
07 Experimental Envelope Design Graduate: Seminar Assignment Site: Anchorage Alaska Aim: Design a feasible envelope with the aid of Sefaira
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1/4” glass pane, 1/2” air gap Two Low-E Coatings U-Value = 0.16 SHGC = 0.25 VLT = 41% 2” extruded aluminium frame
2015 International Energy Code Requirements:
R-Value used
Walls = 15.2ci
Walls = 45ci
Floors = 15ci
Floors = 40ci
Roofs =
Roofs =
35ci
U-value Used
Fixed fenestration = 0.29
Fixed fenestration = 0.16
Minimum SHGC
SHGC Used
PF< 0.2 = (SWE) 0.45
PF< 0.2 = (SWE+N) 0.25 VLT Used
= (N) Not Required
Product used: Viracon triple insulating with a seconf low-e coating
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45ci
Minimum U-value
41% Glass Product Used: Viracon, triple pane with high transperancy Low-E coating
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Rainscreen Wall assembly (R 45)
2” Insulated Aluminium cladding unit 1” Air gap 9” Expanded Polystyrene (R 5 per inch) Vapour barrier
2’
4” Concrete wall Painted finish 3
Fixed Vertical Aluminium Shading Device
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Insulated Floor assembly (R 40)
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Suspended Ceiling
2’
4” Concrete slab 8” Insulated flooring 8” Expanded Polystyrene (R 5 per inch) Carpet padding and carpet (R 2)
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Minimum R-Value
Triple pane, fixed glazing unit with extruded aluminium frame
6’ 9’ 9”
30 % Glazing Location: Anchorage, Alaska (Climate Zone 7)
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08 Dubai Creek Masterplan
PROFESSIONAL WORK: MASTERPLAN DESIGN Undergraduate Internship Semester Group of 5: Two architects, three interns Site: Creek side plot, currently a parking lot Sustainable, interactive design with an active edge to both the creek and the city. Creating a modern hub for cultural exchange and traditional activities. My role: Site study, concept & form evolution, study models, context and mood study to generate appropriate renders and details.
CULTURAL
Network Connection Design Approach
Road Networks
Main Traffic Flow
Major Roads
Traffic Flow From Surrounding
Secondary Roads
Traffic Through Water
Tertiary Roads
Site Area
Surrounding City
Site Area
2 THE BLOCK Dubai Creek
1 THE PLOT
Total Area 3,400 sqm
Total Area 5,515 sqm
3 COURTYARD
S (1)
FINAL DESIGN
EXISTING SITE
Placing and defining the building mass accordingly with the preset BUA.
Open courtyards and edges activated by public programs to create strong public interaction level. LOAD AND UNLOAD AREA
AREA
Total Number of Existing Parking 1,348 Slots
and Elevations
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Rotating the building and breaking the blocks to allow for filtration of natural30% light Mass There are two loading and unloading areas. In these areas and ventilation.
Sections and Elevations
Masses distributed according to major access points and pedestrian flow. They work as assembled elements that define different spaces with different experiences. The combination creates courtyards and gathering points.
PHASES Phase 1 Phase 2
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the ships can easily unload their cargo and merchandise thus creating a direct relation between the creek and the city
Sections and Elevations
Parking Entry B
LOAD AND UNLOAD AREA
Breaking down the blocks to create courtyards.
5 NATURAL LIGHTING & Sections VENTILATION
Total Area 8,135 sqm
Total Free Area 17,050 SQM
4 COURTYARD FLOW PARKING ACCESS (1) IN/OUT
Parking Entry C
35% Mass
The masses are distributed according to major access points and pedestrian flow.They work as assembled elements defining different kinds of spaces with different experiences. There combination creates courtyards and gathering points
Parking Entry C
Parking Entry A
10 Right of Way Width
Parking Entry B
Street6width impacts the amount of light entering a street
THE RIGHT OF WAY
as well as the amount of rays hitting the building facades. WIDTH Right of Waynarrower Width streets to allow for greater amounts of We created
Narrow streets to allow for
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Right of Way Width
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Street width impacts the amount of light entering a street
Core & Services
as well as the amount of rays hitting the building facades.
We created narrower streets to allow for greater amountsWe of shade for the outdoor promenade.
7 TUNNEL EFFECT
created narrower streets to allow for greater amounts of
shade for the outdoor promenade.
Acceleration of wind due to small gaps between buildings. Outdoor comfort / wind Cutcomfort back Outdoor / windthe upper floor Furthermore the micro wind effects on a block scale can levelsthe micro towind effects allow Furthermore on a block wind scale can have a substantial positive impact on the outdoor comfort have a substantial positive on the outdoor comfort masses to impact relief at the andlevel need are above addressed within thethe design pedestrianOutdoor and need are addressed / wind within the design 8comfort OUTDOOR street level.
For ease of construction, the master Plan was broken down into 2 phases. Later, various options for Phase 1 were generated and studied.
UNDERGROUND PARKING: Slots Provided= 1,635
Design Phase
Furthermore the micro wind effects on a block scale can
COMFORT/WIND
have a substantial positive impact outdoor comfort Furthermore theon the micro wind
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Tunnel effect: Acceleration of wind due to small gaps between buildings, e.g. small streets Strategy: Cut back at the upper floor levels to allow wind masses to relief at the level above the pedestrian street level.
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Program [Ground Floor]
Design Principles
Retail - 11592 sqm Food & Beverage - 10892 sqm Floating Market - 3402 sqm Services - 1433 sqm Floating Cinema - 3028 sqm
Tunnel effect:
Baby Pool - 95 sqm
Acceleration of wind due to small gaps between buildings,
Scuba Diving - 250 sqm
e.g. small streets
Family Pool - 378 sqm
Strategy: Cut back at the upper floor levels to allow
Water Taxi Station - 995 sqm
Entire parking accommodated in underground parking in Phase 2 of design. Eight service cores for peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s access and three vehicular entry points provided.
Parking Entry A
Final Design Water Area Existing Bus Stop Art Installations
Main Hall Plaza Water Bus Station Water Channels
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drive-Inâ&#x20AC;? Boat Cinema
Ramp Parking Access C
Retail, Food & Beverage
Vehicular Drop Off Point
Ticket
BabyPool
Floating Market Area
Floating Bar
Scuba Diving
Fun Pool
Terraced Seating Decks Berth Marina Friday Market
Abra
Retail, Food & Beverage
Terraced Seating Decks
Promenade Promenade Load & Unload Access
Docking Area
Shaded Retail Walk
Load & Unload Access
Water Channels
Ramp Parking Access B
Recreational Area
Vehicular Drop Off Point
Floating Market Existing Bus Stop Abra
Terraced Seating Decks
Water Channels
Friday Market
The final master plan is a sustainable design that follows a strict grid layout. While the water breaks into the waterfront in places, the water enters into the land in others. The proposed open spaces and green patches encourage the feeling of community.
Interactive Courtyard:
Art Pavillions Retail, Food & Beverage
Ramp Parking Access A
Floating Stage
Sand Lounge Seating Area
Water Bus Station
Water Area Featuring most interaction of water with land, this area includes opportunities for drive-in boat cinema, floating bar, swimming pool, docking area, etc.
Floating Market Area This area features more traditional aspect of the Arab markets. Major provisions for temporary markets and kiosks made along the water front.
Recreational Area
All forms of family recreational activities are concentrated here. Sand lounges, public beaches, floating cinema, fruit tree groves are all located here.
09 Culture Village Design Guidelines
PROFESSIONAL WORK: MASTERPLAN GUIDELINE
Undergraduate Internship Semester Group of 4: Two architects, two interns Site: Culture Village Development, Dubai The objective of the project is to create design guidelines for a mixed use waterfront development. These are a set of basic principles, which will inform the design of any building in the development. The guidelines provide an overview of the design principles that establish a lanugage and character of the development. My role: To develop various facade treatments based on vernacular style, study them in detail and generate 3D model for rendering.
Full Glass Typology Horizontal Typology
Basic Volume
Vertical Typology
Final Massing
Massing Options
Solid Typology
Facade Typologies Various facade typologies were developed after extensive research on vernacular building styles. Each option was explored in terms of its behaviour in case of a terrace, podium or roof.
Final Guidelines Any building designed in the Culture Village would have to choose facade elements among a set of elements. This was done in order to obtain a uniform yet varied character to the development. GLASS FACADE
Elevation
Axonometric
VERTICAL FACADE
Glass facade creates interior spaces that are visually engaged with the public activities.It reduces the weight on the foundation and hence makes the building lighter.
The vertical facade typology is used to reduce the direct solar radiation while simultaneously emphasizing on the vertical height of the building.
Solid-Void Study
Solid-Void Study
Axonometric
Elevation
Final Renders These were produced by the rendering department on basis of mood boards made by me, which utilize the chosen facade elements.
Aerial View
Street View
10 Campus Square
URBAN DESIGN STUDIO Undergraduate: 5th Year Site: Crossing inside a college campus Individual work
The task was to design a square at a junction in a campus. Facility for formal and informal gatherings was to be provided. The plot is cut into four quarters by a junction. The design aims at unifying these into a single entity. The design â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ripplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; along the activity hubs. Using building form and subtle ground pattern, it creates a unique character to the campus square that sets it apart from the rest of the campus.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;RIPPLES OF ACTIVITYâ&#x20AC;?
Site divided by a crossing into four quarters.
Concentric circular ground pattern used to unite the quarters.
Suspended sculpture acts as a landmark for the square.
Existing activity hubs identified & made centre of concentric ground pattern.
New buildings proposed near activity hubs.
Meandering pedestrian path provided around buildings with shortest routes.
Book House and Cafe
Extension of existing Shopping Centre
Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affairs Centre
Interactive Seating
Student Activity Centre
Amphitheatre & Gathering Space
Sculpture Landmark
Subtle daylight from North
Book House and Cafe
Library
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Cafe
Cafe Kitchen
Cafe Counter
Toilets
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Outdoor Seating 4 Existing trees give good shade for outdoor seating
The book house is an existing building on site. The egg crate form takes advantage of daylight from North for reading spaces and provides mutual shading on the South. The cafeteria allows people to read while eating, while the library is exclusively for reading. The outdoor seating allows for informal activities.
Interactive Seating and Graffiti Wall There exists a graffiti culture in the campus. The permanent seating is easy to operate and provides efficient shading when needed. The back of the seating acts as a Graffiti wall, a permanent and constantly changing art work featured in the Campus square.
Seat Plan
Seat being Closed
Seat Open
Graffiti Wall being used as Seating Graffiti Wall facing the street
11 Louis I Kahn Trophy
DOCUMENTATION & MANUAL DRAFTING Competition: NASA 2014 Group of 15: Analysis, Drafting and Sketching teams Site: Udayarpalayam Palace (Built in 1450 AD) The competition conducted annually by the National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA).
“ARCHITECTURE IS CONSTANTLY EVOLVING OVER SPACE AND TIME”
Objective: To identify and document a pre-independence period structure in India that shows creative amalgamation of two styles from two periods/ places or transformation of structure over time as it evolved into a new resolution. My role:
Member of the drafting team. Documented the existing palace involving high precision manual drafting skills to the scale of 0.25mm. Drafted section A-A’ of the palace, while supervising drafting and composition of all sheets.
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Aerial View of Palace
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Drafted by Ivana Rakshit
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The Udayarpalayam Palace is an undocumented palace built in 1450 AD, displaying a fusion of the three periodic styles. Our group measured the palace and 25 documentation sheets were drafted and sketched manually. It was a process of understanding forces of time and architectureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tenacity to integrate it over the course of history.
Nadakashala View
Cut-Isometric of Darbar Hall
12 Other Interests Travel Photography Sketching Oil Painting
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