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2.1
› occupied during the night › personal study & family space
residence - office design
secluded
private
outdoor space enclosed from public zone
Residence for Veterinary Physician, Trichy family outdoor space enclosed SITE PLAN
› occupied during the day › access to office staff › surveillance to all zones
CONCEPTUAL MODEL
semi public public / office › clinic for domestic animals › access to road & animal shed › noise & odour
FF PLAN
OBJECTIVE To understand the user pattern of a home -based entrepreneur & design a residence based on this hierarchy of space usability. METHODOL OGY The work-spaces were zoned based on the proximity from the visitors access – animal usage of space was the criterion foll owed within the public space. GF PLAN
Passive solar energy techni ques have been employed to create comfortable li vi ng spaces in the hot & humid rural setting of Trichy.
Wind catchers in the predominant wind direction – thermal comfort in hot & humid weather conditions.
FF PLAN
2.2
shopping centre Informal Student Hang-out Zone & Convenience Shopping
GF PLAN
OBJECTIVE To und erstand the necessities & preferenc es of the users and design the shoppi ng precincts for the NIT campus, Trichy. METHODOL OGY Segregati ng users based on crowd association. Peak time patterns, crowd movement and congregation space factors. Categorisi ng shoppi ng preferences on campus as › Services › Quick Access › Casual Access › Convenience Access
moderate availability of time & space
quick access
casual access convenience access
SITE PLAN maximum availability of time & space
minimum availability of time & space
service
parking landscaped zone
sub-way to plaza from convenience shopping zone CONCEPTUAL MODEL
› access oblique – focus view on enclosed plaza › parking proximal to plaza & shopping zone
ROOF PLAN
mixed income housing
3.1
High Density – Medium Rise Apartment Complex, NOIDA
OBJECTIVE To prioriti ze on effecti ve usage of space and provi de amenities associated with cluster housing METHODOL OGY 3 user categories identified on the basis of i ncome groups, their priori ties and capabili ties i n NOIDA’s context formed the baseli ne of the design
3 BHK 1515 SQ.FT
Service cores, vertical transportation and Del hi’s composite climate bec ame critical design factors.
2 BHK 1260 SQ.FT
EXTENDED LEARNING › Bye-laws & FAR › Priorities of LIG, MIG & HIG › Split Level Planning & its interventions. › Passive cooling strategies in high-rise buildings
1 BHK 810 SQ.FT
1 BHK
12
2 BHK
12
3 BHK - DUPLEX
8
landscaped zone stairs & elevator core
CONCEPTUAL MODEL
parking
3.2
ANDC 2010 War memorial & rehabilitation in Post-war Srilanka
OBJECTIVE An attempt to attai n utopi a - an idea of a perfect & sustai nable environment for users. METHODOL OGY Focus on the problems of a concentrated popul ace & propose an ideal environment. Sri lanka and its post-war scenario was chosen. Ideas to re-develop the war stricken nation were proposed. Shortlisted entry at NASA Convention 2011 held at Hubli, Karnataka
utopia sustainable community living credits swati bali satish d.k.v.k kumaresan muthukumar
Content analyst for war statistics, feasibility study of the project and report editorial & design.
The proposed utopian settlement is a cure to any war-plagued state - a convergence for people from all walks of life who share similar sentiments. It aims to rehabilitate and lead them towards a sustainable living with the multifunctional hub as its focus CONCEPT a sense of being sheltered in the womb of earth with water around. The user moves through a dark path in fear with hope that leads to illuminance. The community centre & workshop encourages interdependent living – SYMBIOTE
3.3
NASA 2011 Golconde, Pondicherry
OBJECTIVE Analyse how design & craftsmanship have led to an unequalled spati al experience i n an iconic building. METHODOL OGY Studied the Ashram dormitory i n situ wi th particular emphasis on the design philosophies .
Content analyst in sustainability aspects of project management , construction techniques & material usage.
Climatic considerations were identified and interpreted in a methodical and scientific manner. Bye-laws: Practised with the welfare of the user as the primary concern. User security & comfort are not mistaken.
Understood the mammoth importance of the buildi ng i n the Indi an architectural scenario.
Cues taken from pre-historic architecture to heighten spatial quality - Utopia
Shortlisted entry at NASA Convention 2011 held at Hubli, Karnataka
Designed spaces are a direct function of the site and have an integrity that can’t be replaced by substitutes.
utopia sustainable craftsmanship credits chamanlal mehta . sustainability expert nehaa bhavaraju varsha valli
Architects weren’t so hard-pressed for time – the outcome – Evocative architecture.
3.4
OBJECTIVE To re-design the Ghats to meet the spati al preferences of the users in regard to the rituals and cultural imagery of the setti ng, initiating a sustainable development.
re-design of temple ghat complex Padithurai of Perur Pateeswaraswamy Temple, Coimbatore
METHODOL OGY The outcome is the demarc ation of the padithurai i nto Domestic & Ritualistic . The padithurai for rituals is purposefully kept proximal to the kiosk with i ntermed iate platforms for functional requirements . Better sight lines. Gracious entry- point. Transit- friendly spatial organisation. Strong entry image & gathering place. Pavilion - centrepiece for gathering events & festivals. Phase plan to allow for future growth & economic viability over time. Creating landmark destinations to organise crowd & increase overall experience of space.
credits prof. p. gopalakrishnan. studio head shilpa kalaichelvan satish d.k.v.k
Site documentation Feasibility study Detailed drawings
4.1
professional training Hundredhands, Bengaluru
The experience revi ved a plethora of interests, provided a suitable ambience to understand one’s shortcomi ngs and measures to overcome them.
Worked primarily on an industrial development for M/s TAB-India Granites. Involved in making physical & 3D models for initial phases of design development.
existing
Weekend assignment on an on-going urban design proposal for Brigade road, Bengaluru. Involved in photo-documentation & presentation drawings.
Miraya Village, Kodungalloor. ›Site layout options & flooring options generated within limitations of land, material availability & cost.
TAB-India Granites, Hosur. › Views of the visitors’ pavilion – presentation & design development. › Initial design phase of entry/security pavilion. › Setting out on site and feasibility study of PEB building.
credits bijoy ramachandran .creative head kulshresht patel nishith urval
Urban Redevelopment: Brigade Road › Photo collages, CAD elevations & sketch study of the upmarket shopping street.
4.3
change transition degradation development
environment control & design workshop Visual Imagery of Temple Towns in South India
OBJECTIVE To und erstand the signific ance of protecti on of views of heritage structures that lends a signatory character to temple towns. METHODOL OGY Pil ot study Vaishnavite temple town Sri rangam, Tamil nadu. Pattern evolution and ad verse impacts development evaluated . TYPICAL TEMPLE LAYOUT This Rajagopuram expresses more of structure & elements such as the pilasters, entablatures, little pavilions - salai, rather than sculptural dominance – an expression in Raja gopurams of Kancheepuram, Tiruvannamalai.
SRIRANGAM TEMPLE LAYOUT Atypical arrangement of the Gopurams – Non- linear axis – added in an unplanned manner, against ‘Agama's’. Adding to these, the sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha) faces the south.
LATE 1800’s
2012
Visual imagery over 2 centuries – comparative study of archival photos Documentation of additions to temple.
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of of of of
N.S.B ROAD
revitalisation of teppakulam precincts
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BURMA BAZAAR
Urban renewal of CBD & re-design of temple thoroughfare
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5.1
OBJECTIVE Study the context of the Teppakul am preci ncts, propose a 20 year projection for erad icati ng the deadloc ks in the erstwhile CBD of Trichy city.
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METHODOL OGY Multifarious layers religious, historic al, commercial educational converge in the region.
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The crossroad – the ori ginal access to the ‘Mal ai kovil’ is re-i nstated with its func tion enhanci ng the pil grim concourse › Pedestrian road width increased to 5 m with cycle & 2 wheeler parking. › Street lights & signage introduced. › Central access to cross road from vehicle parking. › Landscaped, shaded seating zone at the junction of Nandikoil street.
pilgrim concourse the widens towards the temple opening up the temple view
pilgrim facilities - building stepped towards the temple to increase the impact of perspective thro’ the concourse
from parking lot CONCEPTUAL MODEL
METHODOLOGY
5.2
dissertation Centre For Learning - An Approach to the Design of an Alternative School
An educational space is not an end to itself; it is a tool, an instrument towards an end.
OBJECTIVES › design spaces for the varied functions that the school curriculum offers. › to develop a favourable link between academic & residential milieu. › to blend academic & professional settings. › allocate spaces wherein the school functions all-year round
SITE LEVEL CONCEPT EVOLUTION
STUDENT RESOURCE CENTRE
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ELEMENTARY MODEL INTERIOR VIEWS
KINDERGARTEN MODEL
credits
6.0
latha kovelamudi .creative head saarla krishnaveni padma ragavan
work experience Research Design Office, Hyderabad Sept 2013 – Aug 2014
Film production unit with actors workshop spaces_ Prashanti’s Studio Interior design of luxury villa_ Orion Villa #36
WORKING MODELS
Upper class private residence for the extended family of the Rajsekhars_ Rajsekhars residence
The experience was devoid of all frills & gave a very real i stic & crude approach to a design practice.
Working drawings, Detailed drawings for ongoing projects _ Glendale Academy, Skylounge #1102 & Trident #52
It primarily taught the importance of communic ation skil ls – thro’ drawings & verbal methods. Worki ng with 2 others – organisational skills pl ayed a key role in affec ti ng decision taki ng & releasing drawings to site.
FURNITURE_DESIGN
• Salvaged wood doors • Double inset vintage doors • Saw-horse table • Metal cage with fabric scrap infill
prashanti’s studio
6.1
Adaptive Re-use : Residence/Studio Sept 2013 – Dec 2013
SITE PICTURES
FACT FILE LOCATION : JUBILEE HILLS, HYD
Film production unit with actors workshop spaces_ Prashanti’s Studio
AREA : 2050 SFT DURATION : 4 MONTHS COST : 30 LACS USERS : 15 NO.S
Involved in making 3D models for initial phases of design development. On-site design & coordination for 6 months.
oxide walls stucco walls & folded glass roof
services work hub actors studio patio
cement jali free standing walls
FLOOR PLANS
FACT FILE LOCATION : RAIDURGAM, HYD
Interior Design Dec 2013 – Ongoing
AREA : 5200 SFT DURATION : ONGOING TYPE : UPPER CLASS RESIDENCE USERS : 5
Interior design of luxury villa_ Orion Villa #36
Landscape
Involved in making 3D models for initial phases of design development. Working drawings for execution; coordination between builder/developer, site staff & client
Bedroom Toilet Activity
SECTIONAL VIEW
FIRST FLOOR
metal & wood composite stairs
Commons
GROUND FLOOR
orion villa #36
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
family room landscape
SECOND FLOOR
6.2
6.3
rajsekhar residence Private residence Dec 2013 – ongoing
FEASIBILTY MODELS
FACT FILE LOCATION : JUBILEE HILLS, HYD AREA : 5200 SFT DURATION : ONGOING TYPE : UPPER CLASS RESIDENCE USERS : 8 + SERVICE STAFF
Landscape MATERIAL_PALETTE
• Nuzuvid bricks • Porotherm Bricks • Hollow bricks suspended by metal rods • Form finished Bricks
Hardscape ‘Street’
Upper class private residence for the extended family of the Rajsekhars_ Rajsekhars residence Involved in making conceptual sketches, 3D models for initial phases of design development. Onsite design & co-ordination for 8 months.
Bedroom Toilet Activity
FLOOR PLANS