Sustainable Design Portfolio

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

S.O.U.L Design Studio

Location - Nottingham City University Project

Targets Carbon Neutral Nottingham 2028

Strategies in Building design incorporation following carbon neutral

Sustainable Design: Strategic placement of key areas near windows.

Community and Social Spaces: Common kitchenette, library, and outdoor garden. Balancing privacy and social interaction.

Resource Sharing and Efficiency: Shared facilities for low consumption.

Prime Location and Engagement: Conveniently located near amenities. Vibrant retail frontage and outdoor seating area.

Flexibility and Adaptability: Versatile layouts with foldable furniture., Movable room dividers for customizable zones.

Private Community Landscape Semi-Private Community Landscape with Seating OAT

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

ELEVATIONS

Construction :

Ground Floor Construction : ATTEMPT 1 DESIGN INTENTIONS

ATTEMPT 2

DESIGN INTENTIONS

ATTEMPT 3

MODIFICATIONS

DAY LIGHT ANALYSIS (Lesve)

ATTEMPT 4

PROBLEMS - Infeasible for year-round habitation due to colder climates.

- Convert dual space into a balcony with aligned window design for improved daylighting, while addressing affordability and high heating demands.

PROBLEMS - Potential cost increase for students/young professionals and inadequate lighting in the space.

- Redesigned façade with a tilt for self-shading during solstices, resulting in reduced heating demand but potential challenges with cooling load and installation.

PROBLEMS - Drastic cooling load and risk of overheating during equinoxes, along with installation challenges for tilted windows.

FORM DEVELOPMENT 600 7550 10500 12,600 Solar PV 4000 2950 2950 600 4600 7550 10500 Thermal Envelope Rainwater Harvesting SECTION MVHR Placement INCLINED WALL - 91.58 m² CUT OUT TOTAL AREA - 51.99 m²

MODIFICATIONSStraightened windows, added ground floor shading, resulting in reduced cooling demand but increased heating demand.

NATURAL VENTILATION

Attempt

ANALYSIS South Elevation : Wall Window Ratio 35 % East Elevation Wall Window Ratio 11.8 % North Elevation Wall Window Ratio 13 % West Elevation : Wall Window Ratio 14.6 % Social Spaces DF-2.9% DI-391 WFH AREA DF-3.2% DI-358.78 Studio DF-3.9% DI- 445.23 Studio DF-3.8% DI-427.84 DF-3.3% DI-431.1 Studio DF-3.3% DI-374.08 Studio DF-4.3% DI-481.72 Social Spaces DF-1.6% DI-159.24 Social Spaces DF-2.1% DI-258.54 30.41 14.97 0.93 30.41 9.46 0.93 ATTEMPT 1 ATTEMPT 1 ATTEMPT 2 ATTEMPT 2 Temp 13.7 15 16.2 17.5 18.7 19.9 21.2 22.4 23.7 24.9 26.2 Lime render Wood fiber insulation Foam glass insulation CLT timber panel Foam glass Insulation Plaster Lining Board Timber studs 60*60 Counter Battens Paving tiles Gravel Ballast Soft Impact Sound Insulation XPS CLT Panels Plaster Board Mineral Wool Oakwood Flooring Wood fiberboard Ply board Mineral wool with Strapping Reinforced Concrete Compacted Gravel EPS Daylight Factor (DF) - 3.7 % Daylight Illuminance (DI) - 372 lux DF - 2.8 % DI - 337.09 lux DF - 3.9 % DI - 444.19 lux Wall

Attempt 2 Summer

Winter

MODULATING VENTILATION PROFILE ASSUMPTIONS

The External Window Opens 30% while the Internal chimney windows open 90% Different seasons have different requirements, hence a consolidated annual Profile was created for Fall/ Autumn, Summer and Winter with different window opening parameters like Room CO2 levels (For reducing the room stuffiness), Room temperature and Air temperature conditions were:

Fall/ Autumn conditions:

• If the Room temperature is less than 20oC the windows will close

• Or If the Room Temperature is more than 25oC the windows will close Summer Conditions:

• If the Room temperature is less than 20oC the windows will close

• Or If the Room Temperature is more than 25oC the windows will close

• Or If the Room Temperature > Outdoor Temperature the windows will open

• And If the room CO 2 is in between 700 - 1000 the windows will open Winter Conditions:

• If the Room Temperature is more than 25oC the windows will open

• If the Room CO 2 Concentration is more than 7001000 the chimney window will start opening up to 30%

The energy generated from PV modules are 48.7 KWh/(m²a) which almost meets the overall energy requirement

CREATIVE PACE SCHOOL

Location - Trent Basin University Project

The vision of our school is to encourage movement and physical activity  with creative explorations. Creative activity can benefit a child’s health, learning and wellbeing.

The digital era comes with its own set of challenges and reduced physical activity is the most common side effect of the same.

Encouraging movement from a

Extruding of classrooms to get more light

FORM FACTOR 2.16

Higher form factor due to longitudinal form with lot of exposed surfaces

FORM FACTOR 1.65 Made the form compact to reduce the form factor

Summer Solstice 21st June

Autumn/Spring equinox

Winter Solstice 21st December

Changing the roof form of curve part to reduce the form factor

FORM FACTOR 1.8

Even though the form factor increased the height given to the atrium will help in stack ventilation for the building to keep cool in summer

Hanging Net

Final form

Lego Zone Board Games

The weather conditions in Nottingham can be challenging due to extreme weather conditions such as rain, snow, and cold temperatures. These conditions can discourage students from going outside and playing, which can negatively impact their physical and mental health. Hence the concept of indoor play pen area was introduced, the incorporation of them could potentially solve this problem by providing a safe and comfortable environment for students to play and engage in physical activity regardless of the weather conditions outside. Additionally, it could promote social interaction and team-building skills among students.

The analysis depicts that majority of the time the Playground doesn’t have over shadowing risk from the building. While the entry to the school is always shaded.

SHADOW MASK

SECTIONS DEPICTING SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES FLOOR PLANS

DAYLIGHT PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

• The atrium is receiving more than 3000 lux which can be too bright

• Adding shading and using roof light with less transmittance might imrpove the results

• The ground floor common area has dark spaces in the corners which has to be improved.

Spring/Autumn Equinox - 12 PM

Summer Solstice - 12 PM

• Addition of shadding

• Changed the transmittance of roof light to 50%

• Now the atrium receives 88% of the time between 300-3000 lux

• The ground floor common area darker spots has been improved by adding a transparent glaas floor opening in the first floor

Winter Solstice - 12 PM

Summer Ventilation

Winter Ventilation

ELEVATIONS WITH SHADOW ANALYSIS

Summer (June - August)

Winter (January - Febuary)

U-VALUES

• For the classrooms in the west the ventilation requirement for cooling and fresh air is achieved for both buoyancy and wind driven.

• It satisfies the summer, spring and autumn requirements when the atrium opening height is at 11m from the ground level.

• The aperture of inlet is considered 90% and outlet is considered as 90%

VENTILATION OPTIVENT

BREATHE VILLA

Location - Guwahati, Assam.

Freelance Project

CONCEPT

The villa is located in Guwahati, Assam, and boasts stunning views of the Brahmaputra River. Its design philosophy aimed to honor the indigenous shelters of the region while integrating necessary environmental considerations. This was achieved through a combination of traditional Assam-type house designs and contemporary elements.

Given Assam’s hot and humid climate, the villa was designed to maximize natural ventilation and minimize solar radiation. The north-facing front facade of the building features large fenestration to capture the picturesque views of the river while facilitating cross-ventilation and glare-free light. The room height is 4 meters with a ventilator on top, allowing for natural ventilation and heat dissipation. The front lawn landscaping acts as a buffer zone to maintain the building’s microclimate.

Efficient space utilization was a priority in the villa’s design. The ground floor contains the parking area, home office space, and maid’s quarters, strategically placed away from the main entrance for a more efficient and cohesive space. The living room, kitchen, and guest bedroom are on the first floor, while the kids’ bedroom and master bedroom are on the second floor, oriented towards the north for optimal thermal comfort. The balconies of the rooms act as shading devices to prevent direct sunlight from entering the interior spaces.

Overall, the villa in Guwahati reflects a seamless integration of traditional and contemporary styles while prioritizing the environmental needs and sensibilities of the region.

Image of a traditional Assamese House

Rennovating Deputy Commisssioner’s Office

Location - Silchar, Assam.

Freelance Project

I utilized my skills in research, analysis, problem-solving, and design to transform the space into a beautifully designed and meticulously detailed environment that retained the essence of the building’s old era British architecture. To achieve this, I decided to remove the weathered cement mosaic from the staircase and replace it with a luxurious granite staircase. Additionally, I added intricate details to the clearstory window to make the staircase look even more grand. Despite the challenge of working within a limited budget and timeframe while accommodating the needs of the office, I was able to complete the project successfully, and before and after images are available to showcase the transformation of the space with the use of bright white hues, interesting ceiling molding, and a black and white formal look, giving it a classic British feel.

3D Render designed for the Entrace of the office

Old interior of the site Interior space after rennovating

Rennovating Interiors

Location - Silchar, Assam.

Personal Project