Undergraduate Architecture Portfolio - Melvin Juancy Panicker

A R C H IUNDERGRADUATE T E C T U R E ARCHITECTURE P O R T F PORTFOLIO O L I O Selected works from

2017 - 2021

MSAP, MAHE

MELVIN JUANCY PANICKER

Hi, This is Melvin Panicker currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Architecture at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning.

I have always felt like a person who likes to venture and understand the dynamics that is prevalent in this life form and so, pursuing architecture has been like a stepping stone to face any obstacle with confidence and courage.

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Residence Project Semester 2

13°21’29.0”N 74°47’39.8”E

S i te L o c a ti o n - Man ipal, Karn atak a S i te A r ea - 0 . 0 8 A cre s

In a town filled with lots of vibrancy and life, where it is a microcosm for the presence of students, it becomes a challenge for a family to live amidst the fast pace and commotion that is prevalent. Hence this strategically located residence tucked away from the major interactive spaces in the town allows its users to experience the serene nature present, to sit back and relax, to enjoy

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The residence follows a contemporary style of architecture which has an integrated materials of brick and stone masonry. Large openings have been provided inorder to experience an openess within the space. Moreover interactive spaces have been emphasized to promote and support the cultural importance of family time. Another highlighting feature about this design is the skylit atrium that has integrated green spaces within the space which lets the exterior to blend with the interior spaces and disallow any kind of disconnect.

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Karnataka Public School Project Semester 4

14°11’09.2”N + 74°29’17.3”E

S i te L o c a ti o n - Man k i, Karn atak a S i te A r e a - 4. 3 1 A cre s

The project requirement was to build a government school for students of 8th to 12th class and so a Vernacular style of architecture was adopted that can adhere to the perceptions of the young ones. The site initially lacked a proper infrastructure that could allow the students to have a better learning environment. The existing structures were made of laterite stones and so this design has reused those laterite stones to form a Cluster development.

This design ideology of cluster development is put together with multiple hexagonal shaped classrooms put together to form a clustered form that can promote various non - mechanical effects like reduce heat gain and have a proper cross - ventilation system that is complemented by several interactive courtyards which act as a safe space for the young ones. Another important feature emphasized in the design is that a good vision has been attained allowing one to have a long sight thus avoiding any kind of visual barriers.

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CLUSTER

Conceptual form development

The impact of cluster

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The schooling system was developed in tandem with the changes in social, political and economic needs. Therefore schools should not be an isolated entity because the development and improvement of these organisations are important.

Grouping schools into clusters is an effective way to improve primary education quality in rural areas while remaining cost effective. Since teacher quality and attendance is an important aspect which is accountable, allows cluster system to have more centrally focused teaching and create more interactive persepective.

Hexagonal form

Such spaces provides flexibility in function as one wall is used for teaching, the other can be used to display work of students and also serve as a reading corner. It can accomodate certain teaching styles like demonstrator, facilitator, individual learning and group learning.

The courtyards also act as a safe interactive space and let the young ones to have the benefits of outdoor learning as well.

Materials The use of laterite bricks allows the building to achieve certain features like being cost - effective providing a rustic beauty which youngs ones find appealing. Moreover it is locally available material and reduces heat within the building.

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Hospital Project Semester 6

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13°22’10.0”N 74°44’49.9”E

S i te L o c a ti on - A m bagilu , U du pi, Karn atak a S i te Area - 2. 8 4 A cre s

This hospital serves the residents of Udupi district and has total capacity of 140 beds for inpatients. It is located in the closest proximity to the National Highway 66. The hospital facade is integrated with exposed brick texture and louvres that act as an external shading device. Another striking feature that has been included in the design is the use of curtain walls for an experiential foyer where one could leave behind the concept of cold and dark corridors of an usual hospital and make the user feel more comfortable and confident while the access the building.

A dedicated circulation within the site has been provided for different users to move freely without a conflict point. The building also caters to basement parking to avoid lare vehicular movement on the ground level. Staff residential quarters have also been provided that are units of 1BHK and 2BHK that is located towards the NorthWest of the site, along with its dedicated parking spaces.

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SITE PLAN

AXONOMETRIC FLOOR LAYOUT

INTEGRATED CONCEPTS

CIRCADIAN LIGHTING CICARDIAN LIGHTING

ATRIUM ATRIUM

SENSE OF MOVEMENT SENSE OF MOVEMENT

ISOMETRIC SECTION

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Interior Design and Detailing Semester 7

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9°59’50.8”N 76°17’43.5”E Site Location - Kochi, Kerala Floor Area - 20.6sq.m.

The interior follows a minimal kerala traditional style which incoporates design elements like earthy tones, handicrafts and paintings, intricate patterns and motifs that complements the wooden textured furnitures and cabinets providing a state of tranquility.

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Interior Design and Detailing Semester 7

9°59’50.8”N 76°17’43.5”E Site Location - Kochi, Kerala Floor Area - 18sq.m.

The interior follows a minimal kerala traditional style which incoporates design elements like earthy tones, handicrafts and paintings, intricate patterns and motifs that complements the wooden textured furnitures and cabinets providing a state of tranquility.

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- COLOR PALETTE

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05 Working drawings and detailings

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THANK YOU

UNDERGRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO 2017 - 2021 + 91 84474 30484

Melvin Juancy Panicker

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal, India

melvinpanicker@gmail.com