ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO
LANKA ADARSH | B. ARCH 4TH YEAR | IIT ROORKEE
LANKA ADARSH + 91 9410577752 + 91 8218618294 16 -1 - 1997 DEHRADUN, INDIA
[academics] CLASS 10 (I.C.S.E) CLASS 12 (I.S.C) IIT-JEE (ADVANCED) 2015 C.G.P.A
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curriculum vitae
lankaniad@gmail.com
[internships + volunteering] SUMMER 2017 (3 WEEKS) SUMMER 2018 (2 WEEKS) FEB 2019 - JULY 2019
DHARMALAYA INSTITUTE, BIR HANDMADE, GHUGGUKHAM (WORKSHOP) DIDI CONTRACTOR DESIGN CONSULTANTS, RAKKAR
[competitions] 2016 2017 2018 2018
LOUIS.I.KAHN TROPHY LOUIS I KAHN TROPHY LAURIE BAKER TROPHY WRITING ARCHITECTURE TROPHY
SHORTLISTED SHORTLISTED CITATION (1ST)
[research] SUMMER 2016
CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTATION OF ADULT LITERACY PROGRAMS FOR WOMEN IN RURAL AREAS
SUMMER 2017
ESTIMATION OF EMBODIED ENERGY FOR LOW CARBON CONSTRUCTIONS
[workshops] 2015 2016 2016 2018 2019
HANDLOOM / TEXTILE WORKSHOP FRACTALS BRICK BONDS IN CONSTRUCTION THE ARCHITECTURE OF FOOD:RE-DESIGNING THE DEPARTMENT CANTEEN FRAGMENTED SPACES: INDIA’S URBAN HOUSING POLICY
[media proficiency]
SKETCHING DRAFTING BY HAND MODEL-MAKING AUTODESK AUTOCAD AUTODESK REVIT ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
[index]
0 0 1
2
3
CV
2
MEDIA PROFICIENCY
3
DESIGN STUDIO extension, royal society of sculptors, london
4
apartments, iit roorkee
10
house, rishikesh
16
kindergarten, roorkee
22
INTERNSHIPS + VOLUNTEERING dharmalaya institute, bir
30
didi contractor design associates, rakkar
34
COMPETITIONS laurie baker trophy, 2018
50
EXHIBITION SPACE EXCHANGE SEMESTER DESIGNER (GROUP OF 4) 280 M2
ROYAL SOCIETY OF SCULPTORS DORA HOUSE, LONDON
The Royal Society of Sculptors wanted to construct an extension in which to have exhibitions. This was to be connected to their present compound, the Dora House. The design details were the primary emphasis of the design excercise. Since light is indispensable in an exhibition space, we chose to work on a detail that modulated light: the “sandwich” roof.
view of northwest facade
We sought to maintain a continuity with the faรงade of the Dora house; the indent in the wall, the materials, and the translation of the cornice into a copper flashing, all reflect this attitude. The space in front of the new building is connected to the forecourt of the Dora house, but closed off from the street by a parapet wall.
front elevation
ground floor plan
2m
first floor plan 1m
4m
N
Our proposal consists of a singular, continuous interior space punctuated (and brought alive) by means of three inter-connected pieces: two identical bridges, and a lift. The introduction of the lift and bridges allows for a multiple usage scenarios. When drawn, they form a closed loop around the exhibition space; otherwise they function as two independent galleries.
usage scenario 1: bridges not drawn
INITIAL SITE PLAN
usage scenario 2: bridges drawn
longitudinal section
detail: “sandwich roof
a
b
c d e f
a b c d
glazing air void mechanized lo steel “I” sectio
100mm
400mm
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ouvres on
200mm
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artificial lighting glazing rain gutter copper flashing
h
APARTMENTS
TEACHERS’ HOUSING, IIT ROORKEE ROORKEE
3.1 DESIGNER 12,400 M2
A mix of Type V and VI units (GPRA norms) were ro be designed, exhausting both the site coverage (35%) and FAR (2.1). Parking was also to be provided on site. I strove to create a well-lit, well ventilated set of apartments, which I achieved through staggering. This created further complexities in the planning of services and structure, which I resolved succcessfuly.
derivation of site plan OVERLAP MODE 1
There are two types of overlap bewteen type 5 and type 6 units. Only the ends of the clusters use the second mode of overlap; the rest use the first
OVERLAP MODE 2
O1
SITE PLAN O2
CLUSTER PLAN
The cluster is mirrored along both axes and made to face the original one, thus creating a central space in between.
structure, services Service Core
Service Ducts Wet Spaces
AN PL
Main Building
E
form iterations
10
20
40 M
site plan
IN N
IT
IA
L
SI
views + site features
internal road
central courtyard
pedestrian path
central seating
terraces
(transverse) perspective section
type V
The Type V unit is 8m x 20m externally, having 3 bedrooms, a servant quarter, 4 bathrooms. The common balcony was designed as a sort of convertible living-space keeping in mind the sun path; winter sun exposure is maximized to combat the intense cold
master bedroom
dining room
kitchen servant’s quarters
utility balcony
type VI
The Type 6 unit is planned as a duplex, with an additional bedroom and family lounge (as compared to the type V module). Of these 4 bedrooms, 1 is downstairs. The landing of the staircase presents a view into the central greens, or outward. A patch of terrace garden is also present for the occupants.
living room
study + master bedroom
bedroom family lounge
Kitchen
LVL + 0.
LVL 0.00
Foyer
LVL + 0.75
servant’s quarters
Draw
LVL +
view from east side
RESIDENCE
CHAURASI KUTIA, BEATLES ASHRAM RISHIKESH
2.1 DESIGNER 3413 M2
The house was to be designed according to the stipulations of a wealthy businessman wanting to use it as a vacation home, for the period of about 2-3 months a year. He would use the compound to engage in reflection, meditation, and would coach other people on the same. The house was to have an “organic” aestehtic, and feel like a “modern cave”. The spaces were to be large and airy.
site plan
Bathroom LVL + 4.80
Study
LVL + 0.75
n + Dining Hall
.75
wing Room
+ 0.75
Master's Living Room LVL + 0.75
Spa + Sauna
Master Bedroom LVL + 4.90
LVL + 4.90
Sit-out
LVL + 0.75
Balcony
LVL + 4.80
first floor plan
INITIAL SITE PLAN N
2
4
8M
Study
LVL + 0.75
Kitchen + Dining Hall LVL + 0.75
Master's Living Room LVL + 0.75
LVL 0.00
Foyer
LVL + 0.75
Sit-out
LVL + 0.75
Drawing Room LVL + 0.75
Antechamber LVL + 0.75
Patio
LVL + 0.3
Guest Bedroom LVL + 0.3
Pool
LVL -1.5
ground floor plan
2
4
8M
sections
Crow
LVL
Sprin LVL Crow LVL Sprin
LVL
Sprin LVL First LVL Sprin LVL Land Crow
LVL
First LVL Sprin Land LVL LVL Sprin Plint
LVL
Cou
LVL
First LVL Plint Land Cou LVL
section A-A’
LVL
Plint Linte LVL Cou
LVL
Sill (F Linte LVL
LVL
Roo
LVL
Linte SillLVL (F
LVL
Roo LVL Linte LVL Linte Plint
LVL LVL
Sill (F Gro
LVL
Plint Roo
LVL
Linte Gro LVL
section B-B’
Plint Linte
LVL LV
Sprin Gro LVL
Linte LV Plint LVL Sprin
LVL
Grou Plint LVL Linte
LV
Sprin Grou LVL
Plint
LVL
Grou
section C-C’ B
A
C
A’
B’
C’
concept
unity with nature
use of local materials + techniques
An organic plan form, dictated by the position of and drawing attention to the trees on site.
Stone in random rubble masonry, and teak/Tectona grandis. All materials left exposed.
neutral aesthetic
framing views
Stone imparts a neutral aesthetic, and an atmosphere of austerity
Framing views of the river and the many trees around; capturing the beauty of the site.
spaces
patio
meditation
Octahedral form, signifying the confluence of Heaven and Earth
master bedroom
central courtyard Bathroom LVL + 4.80
Spa + Sauna
Master Bedroom LVL + 4.90
LVL + 4.90
Balcony
LVL + 4.80
spaces
Given at oblique angle to relate with nearby tree, as well as to direct the gaze to the river
guest bedroom
entrance
living area
cascading stairs
KINDERGARTEN
2.2 | DESIGNER 3500 M2
SOLANIPURAM ROORKEE
20 10
The brief stipulated that we design a Kindergarten for 40 students, and 8 teachers. There were to be 4 classrooms (2 each for LKG and UKG), a prinicipals office, and a teacher’s lounge. The rest of the program was to be synthesised by us.
40M
Kindergarten
site plan The Kindergarten is kept on one of the corners of the site, leaving two of its sides (the ones with classrooms) open to views. The playground is slightly irregular, and present atop the parking. The school’s form, then, is derived from the shape of the area left over.
Playground + Parking Secondary School
N
view from behind classrooms
ground floor plan
Spill Over LVL + 0.45
Multi Activity Space LVL + 0.45
UKG
LVL + 0.45
Corridor
Sculpture Court
LVL + 0.45
LVL + 0.45
LKG
LVL + 0.45
Playground
OAT
LVL + 0.00
LVL + 0.00
Spill Over LVL + 0.00
Teacher's Lge LVL + 0.45
Admin
Visitor's Lge LVL + 0.45
LVL + 0.45
Deck
LVL + 0.75
2
4
8M
Foyer
LVL + 0.45
sections
2
4
8M
Patio
LVL + 0.3
Pool
LVL -1.5
LVL -1.1
section B-B’
section C-C’
Antechamber LVL + 0.75
B
C
C’
Guest Bedroom LVL + 0.3
A
A’ B’
Roof (Top) LVL + 4.95
Crown - Arch
Top (Fenestration) LVL + 3.95
LVL + 3.45
Sill Level
Plinth
LVL + 0.95
LVL + 0.45
section A-A’
Sculpture Court (Top) LVL + 5.50
Ceiling
LVL + 3.95
Lintel
LVL + 2.45
Plinth
LVL + 0.45
Roof 2
LVL + 4.35
Ceiling
Roof 3
LVL + 4.85
Roof 1
LVL + 3.85
LVL + 3.20
Plinth
LVL + 0.45
concept
closed loop Closed shape/planform with minimal points of entry and exit for the children; ensures freedom without compromising security (idea borrowed from Takaharu Tezuka’s design).
textures + materials A variety of textures to explore (stone, brick, concrete, glass).
basic shapes Compositions with basic forms only, keeping the overall form simple and discernible.
spillover spaces Outdoor spaces attached to classroms for outdoor teaching and playing.
spaces
entrance foyer
A hexagonal foyer is present at an angle to the rest of the compound. A linear skylight illuminates the path into the school, while the two arches frame the sculpture and the school beyond.
admin block
The multi-activity hall is a large flexible space, meant to accomodate a wide variety of functions: assemblies, indoor games, lunches, and possibly even naps.
multi-activity hall
LVL -1.1
spaces alternate (universally accessible) entry
The entry is placed at the other end of the corridor, near a universally accesible toilet.
sculpture court
Present at the origin of the corridor, the sculpture court - made of stone - is composed of pedestals at various levels around a sculpture.
open-air theatre
classroom + spill-over Each clasroom has a buffer space, a teaching space, a (shared) spillover space, and two (attached) toilets.
The stage’s shape is derived mostly from the route of entry into the building, but retains the traditional circular seating arrangement.
volunteering + internship
DHARMALAYA INSTITUTE VOLUNTEER SUMMER 2017
BIR, BAIJNATH HIMACHAL PRADESH
Dharmalaya Institute for Compassionate Living is an organization committed to sustainability, reflecting this philiosophy at all levels. The process of construction of the buildings (designed by Didi Contractor) is outsourced to volunteers and interns, who work under the watchful eye of local masons and craftsmen. For most part, the tasks require unskilled labour, and are pretty routine.
processes
pugging
plastering
Piles were pugged by repeated stamping and turning. When the mix approached a certain age and consistency, it was declared ready to be used for construction. There were three “types� of piles to pug - one each for bricks, mortar, and plaster.
Owing to a series of storms, the plaster had come off in patches in some buildings. The first layer was done with a trowel, and the final with a tool called a Ghornala in the native tongue. Once dry, the surface was coated with an aqueous solution of fresh cow dung.
brick-making
masonry
There were three types of bricks. The bricks, once made, were allowed to dry fully before being used. This took anywhere from 3 days to a week.
Walls are made in flemish bond. Recesses, niches, and (corbelled) arches are generally half a brick deep. Piers and columns are made with a combination of corner and standard bricks.
3 1/4’’
3 1/4’’ 1’
6’’
3 1/4’’
standard brick
IN
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S1’I
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B
AN PL
queen closer
1’
A
3 1/4’’ 6”
mitred closer
elements + details
section through sit-out section through sit-out
octagonal column course 1 niche
corbelled arch
plan of building being constructed plan of building being constructed
course 2
Timber Purlin
Timber Purlin (30x60) Timber Tie (100x100) Timber Purlin (30x60) Timber Tie (100x100) RCC Slab Bamboo (Ф = 70-90) RCC Slab Plinth Bamboo (Ф = 70-90)
Glazing Timber Purlin Filling (Mud Mortar) Glazing Wall (Adobe Bricks) Filling (Mud Mortar) Lintel Wall (Adobe Bricks) Lintel
Plinth
1
2
4M
lean-to and gable roof lean-to and gable roof
N
detail at A
detail at B Masonry Plinth Band Masonry Plinth Band
foundation foundation IN
IT
IA
Ashlar Masonry Random Rubble Masonry Ashlar Masonry Random Rubble Masonry
HAIKU
SAMBHAAVNAA INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNANCE, KANDBARI
INTERN DIDI CONTRACTOR DESIGN ASSOCIATES FEBRUARY - JULY 2019
Haiku, formerly an semi-open shed-like structure was to be converted into a “learning center” for Udaan, an alternative school located on the Sambhaavnaa campus. Programatically, this implied adding a reading room on the north, and an office (for Udaan staff) on the south, while the shed was converted into a hall (to be used for workshops and movie screenings). A small (existing) make-shift room behind the hall was to be converted into an art room.
N
6"
2'
8'
1'
4'
LVL -12" LVL 0.00
LVL +6"
LVL -13"
LVL -25"
LVL -6"
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLAN
6"
6" 1'
2'
8'
1' 2'
4'
8'
4'
EXISTING STRUCTURE: SECTIONSTRUCTURE: A-A' EXISTING SECTION C-C'
One of the first tasks was to precisely document the existing structure of Haiku, since no record was available fore the same. Work had already begun, which accounts for the walls of th office and cozy room. EXISTING STRUCTURE: SECTION B-B' EXISTING STRUCTURE: SECTION D-D'
front elevation + shutter design
FRONT (WEST) ELEVATION
window frames
MAIN HALL (W5) (SOUTHERN WINDOW: 2 OPENABLE + 3 FIXED) - 1 NO.
OFFICE DOUBLE SHUTTER (W3) - 3 NOS. (to hold 33 12" shutters)
OFFICE (W4) (CENTRAL WINDOW: 2 OPENABLE + 1 FIXED) - 1 NO. (each openable shutter is 17")
window and door shutter design
SHUTTERS FOR D3
SHUTTERS FOR D4
SHUTTERS FOR W3, W1
My maiden design task was to draw shutters that harmonized with/ echoed the window and doors shutters on the west elevation.
SHUTTERS FOR W2
SHUTTERS FOR W5
SHUTTERS FOR W4
Here, the diagonal expresses the presence of a square, and not the direction in which it opens (Didi’s convention).
WINDOW W5
Shoring (adobe)
shoring pillar
PCC Bed Soling
Site visits and supervision were an integral part of my training as an intern. I was expected to communicate with the masons/craftsmen to ensure that the drawings were correctly executed, and to answer their questions, if any.
woodwork (office gable, east end window)
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LVL +4'6"
PLAN: LEVEL 2
KHIDKU INTERN LAKSHMI SWAMINATHAN MARCH - (ONGOING)
SALAG, RAKKAR-TANG ROAD DHARAMSHALA
Mr. and Mrs. Balaji, a Delhi couple fond of trekking (and part-time guides) initially asked for a 3-bedroom house, with 4 homestay units. After much negotiation, they settled on a 2-bedroom house with 2 homestay units, a Kirana store, and a room for the care-taker. The site has views to the east, west, and south sides (by virtue of its elevated location), and has a kuchha road along one of its sides.
ͳ LVL +3'
ͷ
LVL +4'6"
LVL +4'6"
LVL +1'6"
LVL +4'6"
level 1 plan
Ϊ LVL 0.00
N
6"
2'
1'
8'
PLAN: LEVEL 2
4'
level 2 plan
ͳ LVL +3'
LVL +4'6"
N
PLAN: LEVEL 1
LVL +4'6"
LVL +4'6"
6" 1'
2'
8' 4'
ย ย ย ย ย ย อณ LVL +3'
ย ย ย ย ย
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย อด
ย ย ย ย ย ย
LVL +4'6"
LLVL +11'6"
LVL +4'6"
level 3 plan ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ฬตย ย ย ย LVL +8'6"
N
6"
2'
1'
8' 4'
level 4 plan
ย ย ย ย ย ย อด LVL +13'
ย ย ย ย
LVL +13'6"
PLAN: LEVEL 3
N
6" 1'
2'
8' 4'
models + site supervision
roof: 1st iteration
site supervision: site sections
guest room + toilet
north facade
roof karyana store
south facade
ASHRAM INTERN AMOL MANKEEKAR APRIL - (ONGOING)
ISHWAR PARVAT, NEELKANTH MAHADEV ROAD RISHIKESH
Ms. Bettina, a scholar of Kashmiri Shaivism sought to retrofit a 25-year old “cottage” on her premsises; in addition to making it leak-proof, she wanted to convert it into a residential unit where her students/ disciples could stay. She asked for 2 independent rooms, one with an attached bathroom, and a larger floor area, but was also open to other possibilities and proposals.
documentation drawings
LVL +6"
LVL +2'
LVL +1'10"
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLAN
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLSECTION A-A'
EXISTING STRUCTURE: SECTION B-B'
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLSECTION A-A'
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLSECTION AC-C'
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLSECTION D-D'
EXISTING AC-C' EXISTING STRUCTURE: STRUCTURE: PLSECTION SECTION B-B'
6”
design proposal (rejected)
A core is built into the existing structure, which serves as both a partition and buttress. This divides the existing area into two cells of 10’ x 6’, with light shafts at two corners. The kitchen is re-oriented, and a utility space can be built if needed. A staircase with two reading alcoves leads upstairs; the kitchen storage is present under it.
N
ground floor plan
The upstairs area is left as a flexible space, that can be used as a dorm when needed. A toilet is built atop the existing ine on the ground floor. LVL +6"
first floor plan
LVL +2'
INITIAL SITE PLAN section A-A’
section B-B’
PLAN: LEVEL 2
6" 1'
2'
8' 4'
competitions
N
N
PLAN: LEVEL 4
LBC TROPHY DESIGNER WINTER 2017/18
GOVERNMENT SCHOOL SAFARPUR, ROORKEE
The brief called upon us to shortlist a village government school which satisfied certain statistical parameters. Thereupon, we were to draft a masterplan for the school, and design the spaces prescribed in them. A comparative cost and energy analysis was to be offered also.
6" 1'
2'
8' 4'
site plan (initial)
existing amenities
design programme
Taking RTE 2009 and the enrollment statistics of the school into consideration, it was decided that a classroom (for the primary school), a library, and a computer room would be built. Unification of boundaries was a pre-condition to the provision of more playing space for the primary school. The gallery, therefore, has to be re-adjusted. An arragement with a tree at the focus - and as the central space - is thus created.
Corrugated Sheet Purlin Truss Fixed Glazing Operable Shutters
1
2
3M
details + furniture
elevation
pier type 3 pier type 2 pier type 1
window - wall joinery window - pier joinery
plan (window) Glass Pane Wire Mesh
Corrugated Sheet Truss (ISA) Purlins (ISJC 100) EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLSECTION D-D' Lintel
Rain Gutter Compressed Thatch
site plan (final)
transverse section wall-pier joinery Burnt Brick (pier) Adobe Brick (infill)
Cement Mortar Mud Mortar
boundary wall (elevation) Sill level (+0.4M) Burnt Brick (for splashback)
savings
EXISTING STRUCTURE: PLAN
LVL +1'10"