DESIGN PORTFOLIO NIRMALRAJ THANIGAIVELU
SUMMARY I am a post graduate in MA in Architecture and Urbanism from Manchester School of Architecture, University of Manchester, United Kingdom. I did my undergraduate studies in MEASI Academy of Architecture, Anna University, Chennai with bachelor’s degree in Architecture in 2016. During the course of my undergraduate studies, some of my preferred electives were Urban Design, climate & built environment and energy efficient architecture. These effectively gave me insights towards innovations and advancements in planning of public spaces and built environment around in co relation to climate responsive architecture which led to a research interest in the technical advancements to incorporate into my designs. Incidentally, the process gave me an idea to direct my thesis towards integrating Urban Spaces and nodes with building technology in Urban spaces. In my thesis, I took up an existing heritage structure, a railway station which has a history of over 100 years and proposed a new railway terminal around it but with keeping the structure of the existing building unaffected. The project was ranked among the top 10 from my institution and was nominated for national and international competitions such as NIASA and Tamayouz Excellence Awards. I commenced my professional work experience immediately after my graduation. I have worked at KSM Architecture for 2 years under the guidance of Ar.Sriram Ganapathi under multi-disciplinary projects. He has a varied perception of Urban Spaces in relation to sustainable design and facade systems. His ideologies towards climate oriented architecture have encouraged me to learn more about scientific technologies and its impact on the Urban and the built environment. With all the knowledge and experience gained through the years, I felt that a course which involves Urban Design promoting technical and technological aspects in architecture would help me to expand my knowledge and also which can help to build up my career in Urbanism and Architecture. I joined Manchester School of Architecture to pursue my MA in Architecture and Urbanism, Under the guidance of Prof.Eamonn Canniffe we as a group of students worked on the revitalisation project of Northern Quarter in Manchetser, United Kingdom. Following which I did my dissertation on Influence of waterways in Urban Spaces in Cities, and then my thesis to revitalise a Urban man made island in Chennai, India. I wish to pursue my career in Urban Design and Architecture to expand my knowlegde and work towards and contribute to the society by designing better sustainable Urban spaces and structures in this age of raising global crisis.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC WORKS
Island Grounds Revitalisation Chennai, India (2019)
Northern Quarter ? Revitalisation Manchester, United Kingdom (2018)
The Pinnace Railway Passenger Terminal Chennai, India (2016)
The Edge Waterfront Development Chennai, India (2015)
PROFESSIONAL WORK MVM High School Chennai, India (2017-18)
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Island Grounds Revitalisation
Island Grounds, Chennai, India. Academic - Thesis I MA Architecture and Urbanism I August 2019. Tutor : Prof. Eamonn Canniffe (e.canniffe@mmu.ac.uk) This project is an extension to my dissertation “Waterways; Lifeline of Cities, Chennai - the rivers and its influence on Urban fabric�. In my dissertation I have dealt with the two major rivers in the city of Chennai and their present dilapidated condition, various research was made to identify the potential root cause for th problems faced in the rivers, those causes were directly linked to the improper planning by the local governing bodies as well as the declining social responsibility of the residents of the city. As a part of the revitalisation of the two rivers many ideas were formulated in terms of micro and macro level urban planning. One of the main proposals was to create a hub in one of the rivers, so that it could potentially develop into a focal point of development for the rivers. Island Grounds is one of the major landmarks in the city of Chennai, but always seen as an empty land by the residents. My design thesis deals with the entire redevelopment of the Island grounds located on the mouth of the river Cooum.
Island Grounds- The Forgotten Lands
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Island Grounds - Current Scenario Analysis In the current scenario the Island grounds is surrounded by dense urban fabric with major population of the city thriving from this part of the city. Due to the majority in population the settlement around the entire island is disorganised and dense organic manner. Apart from the city residents there a numerous admin-istration buildings located around the Island. Fort St. George on the northern end serves as a State assembly and the Chennai port trust is located on the North Eastern end. There are hospitals located on the North Western corner opposite to the Central railway station which serves as the main terminal for the city. The southern and south western side of the island is packed with dense urban settlement when compared to the northern side. Since most of the public amenities are present on this part of the urban fabric with hospitals, schools, railway lines, etc. Throughout the entire circumference of the site the island is prone to pollution from various sources and also the river Cooum being one of the major receivers of pollution and urban waste. The entire island is flocked with urban waste along the river banks, since most part of the island is abandoned, the government has shown least interest in clearing up the piled garbage around the site.
Cooum - Eastern end from Island Grounds
Cooum - Western end from Island Grounds
Cooum - Northern end from Island Grounds
Cooum - Southern end from Island Grounds
Estuary and Napier Bridge from Island Grounds
Island Grounds Trade Fair
Only during the trade fair, the island is cleaned in parts and used for public use since most number of tourist’s visit the island during that time of the year.
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Legend: Ecological Zone. MRTS Line Metro Rail Line 1. Island Grounds. 2. Cooum Estuary. 3. River Cooum. 4. Buckingham Canal. 5. Chintadripet. 6. Fort St. George. 7. Central Railway Station. 8. George Town. 9. Periamet. 10. Egmore. 11. Chepauk. 12. Triplicane. 13. Chennai Port Trust.
Island Grounds - Concepts and Ideas As a development approach all the existing conditions and factors were taken into consideration. Various concepts were developed which can re-introduce the lost treasure of the island grounds as well as the city of Chennai. The ideas were not only site specific but also City specific as the city has greater historical and cultural background. Island grounds being one of the main landmarks of the city, any development ap-proach has to be an example and benchmark set for the city’s growth.
1. Canal System
2. Stilt Planning
Instead of planning streets in the island an alternative approach of water canals was introduced. The main reason is to accentuate the water transport in the city, island grounds can be a focal point or a point of origin for water transport within the city. This can give way to a water based self-sustained planning ideas within the city.
The buildings are already located in the raised platform from the canal front, it is further raised from the platform by providing stilts in order for the pedestrians to have a seamless vision throughout the site. This also serves as an emergency measure during the flood events since the site is prone to flooding as well as constant cyclone threats.
3. Vertical Eco Towers
4. Arts and Crafts - Cultural Development
The vertical ecosystem is rather an mechanised tree, trees are usually 6-10 metres tall in the city of Chennai, but these vertical structures are built up to a height of 60 metres can serve as a tower as well as an entire eco-system can be developed inside these structures. These bridges and towers give a great panoramic view of the city as well as the ocean. The towers can also be interpreted as an identity for the entire island.
The location to develop and showcase the arts and crafts of the city and the state has always been a question mark in the city’s growth. In this island a place to help the artists to establish a community along with spaces for them to exhibit their talents is much needed. This is also aimed at improving the tourism since many of the people around the globe visit Chennai to learn about the cultural aspect of the state.
Island Grounds - Canals Model Study Study models were made as a part of the design process, the main objective of my study model was to un-derstand the functioning of canals along with the development zones. Each canal has different widths and functions and each canal fronts has to be treated in a unique manner. This exercise made me understand the importance of spatial management in the canal fronts. Canal 1- The smaller internal canals where there is a narrow strip of land is planned to establish smaller developments, In this case the depth of each canal varies and the land adjacent t it has to undergo level dif-ferences to have the sense of narrative connectivity.
Internal Canals
Canal 2 - The wide arterial canals which serve as the main source of transport and also acts as main streets in the entire island. Each side has to be treated in a different way based on the type of activity happening at each end and each needs to be connected to the raised ground level. Canal 3 - The entire width of the river Cooum near the ocean is divided into sub canals to establish a water induced ecosystem in the land developed in between these canals.
Canal 1
Wider arterial canals
River Cooum
Canal 2
Canal at estuary (Migration Zone)
Canal 3
Island Grounds - Canal Distribution and Zoning The zoning was initially planned based on the distribution of the Canal system. When the Canals where planned inside the site, the existing flow of water and also the axis of the urban fabric surrounding the site was taken into consideration. So the canals were directed along with the water flow and the existing axis. The new canal system accentuated the location of zones inside the site, each pocket of land after the canal distribution were identified as separate zones. The zoning also has an inter relation with the current urban fabric and the type of settlement surrounding on each and every part of the site. The more connected to the city, those zones were used of residential and commercial development. The furthermost zones connected to the ocean was identified as ecological and recreational zones.
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1. River Cooum. 2. Buckingham Canal. 3. Bay of Bengal. 4 Residential development. 5. Commercial development. 6. Institutional development. 7. Memorial grounds 8. Visitors zone. 9. Cultural development zone. 10. Vertical ecological Park. 11. Ecological Migration Zone. 12. Visitor’s entry zone. 13. MGR Bay. 14. Karunanithi Bay. 15. V.O.Chidambaram Canal 16. Sivaji Ganesan Canal. 17. Vivekananda Canal. 18. Kamaraj Canal.
Island Grounds- Master Plan
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Island Grounds - Spatial Connectivity The detailed plan shows the connectivity of zones between the canals and various types of usages in the waterfront. A careful consideration has been made before allocating spaces for activities such as bicycle riding and the drop off zones for the boats. The contoured landscape in front on the buildings gives a soft edge to the 4500mm difference between the two levels. The reason for the buidlings located at a much higher platform is the issue of flooding, most of the buildings in the site sits in stilts inorder to give a seamless visual connectivity throughout the site. The bridges serves as a pedestrian connection between the two zones which has a rough width of 4000mm which is sufficient for a emergency vehicle to travel around in case of emergencies.
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Island Grounds - People and Ecosystem
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The migration zone at the edge of the estuary and the island grounds serves as a place to establish the lost relationship between the people and the ecosystem. The main objective of this development is to regenerate the lost ecosystem of the estuary and also to serve as a spot for the migration of the birds. The entire zone is developed on the mouth of the river where it meets the ocean The entire mouth is been divided into chan-nels with landscape in-between, these strips of planned landscape has various types of water edges, it can be either hard edge or a soft edge, the more the people access it, the more hard edged it gets. The soft edge gradually descends into the river.
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Arts - Culture - Livability
Urban Connectivity
River COOUM
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Cultural Residential Development
Cultural Theateritical Development
Sivaji Ganesan Canal
Eco Islands With Water Canals Overlooking the visitors Centre
River COOUM
Urban Connectivity
* a referencing dimension is mentioned in one of the canals for better understanding of scale
Establishing Community
Spatial Connection
Canal
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Commercial Development
Spatial Connection
V.O.Chidambaram Canal
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Commercial Development
Recreational Zone
Canal
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* a referencing dimension is mentioned in one of the canals for better understanding of scale
Urban Connectivity
Existing Peripheral Road
MRTS Train Station
Urban Fabric Connectivity
River COOUM
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Recreational Zone
Residential Development
Kamaraj Canal
Mixed Use Development
* a referencing dimension is mentioned in one of the canals for better understanding of scale
Space Management The width of the canal fronts vary from zone to zone and also based on the canal widths. Based on the available space in the canal front, various types of demarcation of function has been followed in Island grounds. The types of functions vary from bicycle tracks to contoured landscape to canal front walkway, drop off zone for boats, etc. The width of each function varies from zone to zone depending on various fac-tors such as the type of buildings, magnitude of people’s footprint, etc.
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Contoured Landscape
Planter Line
Primary Collection Water Pipeline Secondary Collection Final Collection Water Canal
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Water flow Management The water flow management inside the site is of utmost importance during the time of monsoon and cyclones, since the site is very close to the ocean, it is prone to flooding from the backwaters in the estuary as well as excess of rainfall caused during the monsoon season. So a gradual flow of water from all parts of the site is primarily needed for a organized functioning of the entire island. The water from the upper level goes through a serious of collection points where it is partially filtered before it is let off into the canals. These collection pits as integrated as a part of the hard and soft landscape, so that they are part of the fabric and the system.
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Bicycle Track
Contoured Landscape
Water Pipeline Primary Collection Secondary Collection Final Collection Water Canal
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Vertical Ecosystem The vertical ecosystem is rather an mechanised tree, trees are usually 6-10 metres tall in the city of Chennai, but these vertical structures are built up to a height of 60 metres can serve as a tower as well as an entire eco-system can be developed inside these structures. There are plantations throughout the vertical span of the entire structure supported by a single core which acts as a main structural members, these vertical structures are connected at different levels by sky bridges, so that the general public can walk through the entire park at various levels. These bridges and towers give a great panoramic view of the city as well as the ocean. The towers can also be interpreted as an identity for the entire island. The bright red colour is used as an inspiration from Ar. Bernard Tschumi’s work, a structure which is in a sculptural form is emphasized by the colour red.
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Island Grounds - A Walkthrough A series of shots taken at different parts of the site to have a better understanding of the various spaces and the connectivity between these spaces. The canal fronts and the buildings in the raised platforms have a great co-relation and the transition is much simpler with a contoured landscape. All the buildings are made to sit on a stilt, so that the pedestrians will have a seamless visual of the entire site along with the canal. In these images, certain building types and functions can be identified. The importance of the height of the vertical towers which were discussed earlier is much evident in these images, as they seemed to have a strik-ing impact throughout the site.
A view from the southern end of the V.O. Chidambaram Canal
A view looking towards the west end of the Kamaraj Canal overlooking the residentail Development
A view looking towards the East of the Sivaji Ganesan Canal
A view looking towards the Vertical Ecological Migration zone (The vertical ecosystem Park)
Island Grounds - Beyond The Change Island grounds need to be revitalized in order to give a purpose to the entire portion of vacant land in a prominent location in the city. And also it can create huge impact in the development aspect of the city in terms of new identities and new communities. The water transport system can be rejuvenated if this is made into a reality, because this acts as a focal point for the river Cooum and also it gives a new identity to the Northern part of the city. The partial discrimination in the development can be equalled out if a development of a greater magnitude is imposed on the site. Introducing the city residents to new concepts and new way of living can be a path to a failure too, but it can bring in a change in the urban balance, all our forgotten roots and history can be rejuvenated with these kind of developments. This might introduce a new wave of development in the city and the state, might bring a balance in the community and living conditions. Urban changes needs to undergo drastic changes in order for older cities to sustain in this millennial age. Chennai (Madras) is one among the older city which needs to free up its arms to ideas for a better sustainable future. As a resident of the city, I believe Island grounds can be a introduction to new beginnings, since most of our history has originated from this part of the town. Cultural identity is the everlasting aspect of a city, this might accelerate and accentuate the existing cultural identity of Chennai. As the nickname suggests Chennai is the cultural capital of India, we as residents need to protect and develop that identity. As urban designers we can introduce new ideas which can pave a way for a better future without forgetting our history. As a resident I would like to see a change happen in the development aspect and live to see what happens beyond the change.
A view looking towards the Eco Park from an Internal Canal
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Northern Quarter ? Revitalisation
Manchester, United Kingdom. Academic - Group Work I MA Architecture and Urbanism I Decemeber 2018. Team : 85 International Students Work Contribution : Research, Conceptualization, Rochdale Canal Proposal. Tutor : Prof. Eamonn Canniffe (e.canniffe@mmu.ac.uk)
Aerial view of Northen Quarters - Proposal
Northern Quarter- The Reason The Northern Quarter Regeneration Proposal has been prepared by MA Architecture and Urbanism students from Manchester School of Architecture. Following a introduction to the city, it was identified that the Northern Quarter having had a successful period of growth and investment was beginning to lose its individual personality notably via; - A number of demolitions of abandoned derelict buildings - Planning applications submitted for new buildings not in keeping with the area’s architectural form. - Significant increase in the area’s ‘play’ culture without the continued balance of economic and residential sectors. The Northern Quarter Regeneration Proposal sets out how we, MA Architecture and Urbanism students suggest the future of the Northern Quarter should developproviding innovative transport and green space solutions all focussing on maintaining and enhancing the diversity and community sense of the area.
Aerial view of Northen Quarters - Existing
Analysis of Piccadilly Gardens There’s a whole world hidden away behind Piccadilly, the gateway to Northern Quarter.The studio started with us students being paired and assigned to the streets of the NQ. We then carried out in depth townscape studies using Gorden Cullens book ”The Concise Townscape” as a reference. Photographs, on-site drawings and diagramatic studies utilizing vibrant colors & textures were developed to convey the life of the area. Sequential views were made to understand street character and elevations.
Upper Piccadilly
The Piccadilly Spine
Transportation Map
Pedestrain Footfall
Lower Piccadilly
Intensity of the Activity Zones
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A spine that runs right through the city centre, from the end of Market St. to the start of Piccadilly station, Piccadilly is a 0.4 mile long container where life unravels. Bounded by voluminous commercial buildings, this street sees heavy footfall & vehicular movement. Varied user groups weaving through many architectural styles create a continuous hustle and bustle along this street. The turns and varying road widths create a continual fluctuation in the street elevation. The Northern Quarter spills out to the north, at very junction and every node, with history and development fighting each other for dominance.
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Northern Quarter- Proposed Masterplan National Football Museum
Shudehill Interchange
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Thomas Street Port Street Car Park
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Tib Street Car Park
New Islington
Rochdale Canal- Phase 2
Aldi Shopping Centre Piccadilly Gardens
Townhall
Central Library
Stevenson Square
Rochdale Canal- Phase 1
Manchester Piccadilly
Rochdale Canal Redevelopment
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Phase II Development: Play Areas with Co- Working spaces designed for public use, to accelerate the movement of public pedestrains on the canal front. The Landscapes include a series of contour differences to induce the element of adventure within the canal front limits. The North Western part of the proposal also includes a car parking to support the availablity of parking spaces for the Piccadilly Garden users.
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Phase I Development: Co- Working spaces and Cafes on top of a parking Facility designed for public use, to accelerate the movement of public pedestrains on the canal front. The Landscapes include a series of contour differences to induce the element of adventure within the canal front limits. The existing Piccadilly Basin ladmark arch is used as a gateway for the entire Rochdlae Canal front development.
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Rochdale Canal Redevelopment The east the Northern Quarter is sprawled across a majority of parking lots amidst few apartments. The Rochdale canal borders this edge of the NQ. Our vision for the area is to capitalize on the water front to create multipurpose spaces. The NQ lacks theatres and sports amenities, as well as children friendly and community centric event spaces. Also, there is no place to house large events. The design aims to tackle these drawbacks through two sites of. The northern one, aimed at the general public, and the southern aimed at the NQ community. While the north is a portal for people from Ancoats to flow into NQ, the south opens up the NQ to Piccadilly station. A play on soft and hard landscaping and introduction of terracing help meld the design into the context. MLCPs are proposed in both sites, where the lower and upper levels are for people to congregate, while the in-between levels house vehicles. Decks across and above the canal help tie up the two sides, allowing for activities to flow over. The design holistically tries to explore the needs of the micro context.
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Entry to Phase 1 Development
Entry to Phase 2 Development
View from the opposite side of the Canal
View from the opposite side of the Canal
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The Pinnace Railway Passenger Terminal
Royapuram, Chennai, India. Academic - Thesis I Bachelor of Architecture I April 2016. Tutor : Prof. Joseph N Thomas (joseph@measiarch.net) The aim of the project is to propose a third passenger terminal in Royapuram next to Chennai Central and Egmore in order to de-congest the traffic in both the stations. Rail transportation is a primary means of transport in Chennai city. Unlike other forms of transportation such as air travel, the ability for the train to enter the center of the city and interact with the city is more and this creates an increased need of a third terminal in the heart of the city. Chennai is in need of a new passenger railway terminal due to the extensive growth in the population of the city. The number of trains functioning in the city has been increased tremendously in the last decade. The new terminal can be built in an existing railway station so as to reduce the rail traffic in the other terminals. The number of trains originating from the existing terminal can be shifted to the new terminal. The pedestrian traffic and the vehicular traffic can also be considerably reduced in the other terminals.
Royapuram- The Lost Heritage
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Concept and Evolution Fisherman were the identity of Royapuram during the British period, traces of history shows their dominance towards this region. Since fishing was the primary occupation of the people of Royapuram, there was a primary concern to depict their culture and heritage in the Royapuram Railway Terminal. The boat - their primary commodity was taken as a massing element, the structure was exploded and the structural components were examined to incorporate into the structural system of the station building. The Rib/ Frame forms the main structural system for the roofing, the entire roofing system of the station building is an abstract from the frame of the boat’s skeleton.
1.Structural Box Member - The Arch
2.Arrangement
3.The Structural Roof
A structural box member is span over 160 meters for the arch to support the roof. Additional steel Members covering a span of 210 meters are provided for stabilization.
The Steel members are arranged as an array with a spacing of 2.5mts to form the skeleton for roofing, with a slanting member on the northern and southern faces.
The main structural roofing is done on top of the structural skeleton by fabric systems, Allowing maximum light intake and minimal thermal insulation throughout the day.
4.Structural Reduction
5.Cantilevered Shades
6.Evolved Structural Roof
Structural box steel Members anchoring the ground are reduced to have a larger footprint at the ground level with a spacing of 5 mts. The intermediate members are anchored to the adjacent members.
The cantilevered shades are placed at alternate bays provide shade for the staircases which connects the concourse level to the platform level on the external boundary of the main structure.
The main structural roofing is covered with fabric systems to allow light intake. The inclusion of cantilevered shades at alternate bays has maximized the airflow by creating a tunnel effect at the lower level.
Abstract from the boat Abstract from the boat Carcass. Forms the main structural system for the terminal roofing.
Structural Section Maximized airflow and lighting under the structural roof
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The Ground Level has all the administration facilities in the northern and southern wings . It also has a food court on the southern side directly accessible from the bus stand. The Heritage building which is located on Platform No.5 hosts a tourist Information Centre along with a gallery, the traffic flow of trains in this platform is comparatively higher. The Heritage building acts as a epicenter of the entire station. The refreshment Rooms are located on either sides with same facilities, staircase and escalators are provided on all platforms for vertical circulation between levels. The exit and entry circulation to the station is well distinguished by levels.
The Concourse Level has all the public activities, the waiting areas are provided on this level. There is a huge plaza on the southern side above the food court, which acts as a connection between the bus stop to the concourse level, prominently a bridge connection. Kiosks and food stalls are located on this level, the access to the platforms is through escalators which provide one way traffic, and then from the platforms the exit is through the subway -1 Level. First-aid centers and all basic amenities are located on this level. This entire level acts as a connection between the northern and southern entrances and also between all platforms.
The Upper level has the higher official activities. The station Manager Cabin and also the security personnel cabin is situated on the upper level. And public amenities such as a bank and also a Internet cafe is located on the upper level. The Air Conditioned waiting halls are also located on the upper level, its evenly distributed on both the wings , the east and the western wings, Other than the air conditioned waiting halls the entire station is naturally ventilated. The concept of having various levels for various activities is to have distinguished circulation pattern inside the station and also the public and private vehicle circulation has been separated.
Section Along the Subway
Auto/Taxi Stand
Covered Elevator
Elevated Walkway
Sectional Isometry
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Elevated Plaza Food Court
Station Building
Concourse Level
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Support for Traction Lines
Heritage Structure
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Subway
Access Road
Administration/Refreshment
Structure and Roofing The structural box members placed at 5ms interval act as the anchoring point for the entire roof system. The roof is covered by thin tensile sheets (PTFE tensile sheets) which induces maximum light intake and minimal heat induction. The PTFE sheets are supported by 300 mm dia steel tubes which are connected to the structural box members, 2mts spacing is maintained between these steel tubes since at each intersection the roofing sheet is anchored to an aluminum clamping strip. The intersection is covered by fabric flashing in order to protect the supporting members from external weather conditions. A gutter is placed a end of each bay in order to trap in the water sliding from the roof. The down take pipes are directed towards the structural members rather and directed to the underground storm water collection system. The upper concourse level internal roofing is used for services such as HVAC, electrical and plumbing. Catwalks are provided on the roof at alternate bays for maintenance jobs.
Composite Steel Box Member
Fabric Flashing
Aluminum Clamping Strip
Aluminum Clamping Strip
Extruded Aluminum Frame
8mm Sheet Bent to Shape
5mm PTFE Tensile Sheet
300mm Dia Steel tube 5mm PTFE Tensile Sheet
300mm Dia Steel tube Steel tension Cables
Tensile roof perpendicular Intersection 5mm PTFE Tensile Sheet
Structural Member and Fabric roof Intersection
Fabric Flashing 8mm Sheet Bent to Shape 300mm Dia Steel tube Aluminum Clamping Strip Glass Panel
Tensile roof and glazing Intersection Plastic Gutter on Sheet Metal Extruded Aluminum Frame Thermal Insulation 8mm Sheet Bent to Shape Tensile roof perpendicular Intersection Tensile roof and glazing Intersection
300mm Dia Steel tube High pressure Air Tube
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Gutter on the Tensile roof
Heritage Structure
Section Across the Subway
View from end of the Platform
Southern Entrance - Aerial View
The Edge Waterfront Development
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Foreshore Estate, Chennai, India. Academic - Urban Development I Bachelor of Architecture I Oct 2015. Tutor : Prof. Priya Sasidharan (priya@measiarch.net) Work Contribution : Research, Conceptualization, Design
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ment, Drawings, 3D visualizations, Presentation Chennai city has a wide coastline which stretches for 19kms has transformed over the years with varied land use. Land filling was done in order to create promenades, beach-fronts and ports. This site is a thin strip of land which was formed partially by land filling and also by the floods which happened in the 1980’s along the Adyar estuary. The site is exactly located on the coast with water surrounding on three sides, with Bay of Bengal on the eastern part and Adyar estuary on the southern and western ends. The site is a extension of the Foreshore estate promenade proposal by the Government. The current occupants of this land are mostly people from fisherman and labor community. The proposal is aimed at providing a new Economically weaker section housing for the current occupants and utilize the rest of the site for new buildings such as a hotel, convention center, commercial plaza and luxury residential apartments along with a beach-front promenade.
Foreshore Estate - The Forgotten Lands
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R.A.Puram
Santhome Mylapore
Adyar Estuary
MRC Nagar
Kotturpuram
Whale Island
Bay of Bengal
Adyar Theosophical
Adyar
Anna University
Foreshore Estate
Skyline
Water sport Complex
Eco Park
Private Docking Yard Information Centre
Business Class Hotel
Residential Apartments
CFPA
Convention Centre
Adyar River
Shopping Mall
Economically Weaker Section Housing
MRC Nagar
Visitor’s Car Park
Adyar Estuary
The Bridge Visitor’s Car Park
Bay Of Bengal
Cafeteria
OAT Cafeteria
Elevated View Deck
Master Plan
Water Tunnel
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The rectangular site for EWS housing was split into 6 blocks accommodating 950 families in a single bed module.
The parallel blocks were chamfered on the alternate ends to provide waterfront view and also to induce airflow
The chamfered ends are covered with landscape roofing along with view decks projecting at each level.
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Foreshore Estate Promenade
Existing Temple
Entry
View from Site Entry Site Entry
Connector Park Courtyard
Boat Parking View from Level 7 Deck Courtyard
Water Tunnel
Typical Floor Plan The Bridge
Existing Temple
Economically Weaker Section Housing - Site Plan
38 Sqm Single Bed module
View from The Bridge
Structure and Roofing The Economically weaker section housing has a sloped roof on the alternate ends in order to provide view ports to the waterfront on either sides. The entire slope is treated as a landscape element in order to increase the airflow and quality in the courtyards, the corridors are extended beyond the sloping roof to form view decks which can act as a gathering space. The space under the sloping roof is utilized for building services and also to accommodate a water tank at each bay to carter the water needs of the residents. The water tunnel from the beach is extended to the stilt and connected to the adyar estuary to form a central water navigation system beneath the stilt level, the stilt can also be used as a boat parking since majority of residents are fisherman. The water tunnel also will induce a mild current of water underneath the stilt to accelerate the airflow inside the entire complex.
Top landscape Layer Top soil Gutter for water drain Upturn beam Sub soil Sand fill Layer 200mm Thk RCC Slab
Landscape on sloping roof detail
Water Tank
Services Water connection Lines
Water Tank
Services
Landscape on sloping roof detail
Water Tank
Services
Water Tank
Section across the Sloped Landscape Roof
Services
View from the Elevated Sea Deck
View from the Sea
View from the Site Entry
View from the Water Tunnel
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MVM High School
Periyamet, Chennai, India. Professional - Institutional Project I Jan 2017 - May 2018. Team : Ar. Sriram Ganapathi (sriram@ksmindia.com) Mr.Seran and Nirmal Raj T Work Contribution : Design development, Drawings, Facade Research and Detail, 3D visualizations, Presentation, Quantification, Site execution and Co ordination
The requirement of the client was to build a CBSE school to house a capacity of 2100 students in a site which has an area of 7500 Sqm. The site is located in a dense urban setup in a prominent location in the city with access to public transport . The site is well inset from the main access roads by 20 meters on both the entry points, and was covered by residential apartments on all the sides with an hospital on the western quadrant. We had a restriction of a 3 floored structure along with the administration block due to the norms stated by the local governing body, the entire build up area accommodated to 8500 sqm addressing all their requirements. Since the site is considerably smaller in size for our requirements, we had to design a school with double loaded corridors with natural ventilation and lighting provided on all the sides. The facade system had to be innovative and climate friendly in order to withstand the scorching temperature of the city and also to induce only natural ventilation and lighting inside the building.
Kindergarden Enterance (29/05/2018)
Periamet- Lack of Educational Establishments Washermenpet N
Jawarhalal Nehru Indoor Stadium Doveton
George Town Periamet Jawarhalal Nehru Stadium
Veppery
Chennai Central
Planning
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Syddenhams Road
RT Mudali Street Entry Residential Apartments
Residential Apartments
Parking
The site has two access points in the north and east. The main intent was to retain all the existing trees.
The basic idea is to induce natural lighting and natural ventilation into the building to make it more energy efficient. The corridors were double loaded with classrooms on either sides, these corridors are ventilated by courtyards provided at regular intervals and also through ventilators, the western facade of the building is completely walled off without any windows but only the extension of corridor in order to protect the building from harsh western sun. The kindergarten block is planned in the ground floor with separate access on the western side with private play area and landscape spaces with berms. All the labs and ancillary facilities are planned on the eastern wing which is exposed to the direct morning sun. All the classrooms have north south orientation with openings on the all sides except the west in accordance with the position of the classrooms.
Residential Apartments Exit
Kindergarten access
3 separate blocks were designed initially Administration along with kindergarten,a primary and a high school
Administration
Courtyard Playground School Building
Residential Apartments
Courtyard
Landscape
All the blocks were connected to have uninterrupted access but courtyards were created for natural ventilation
Site Plan
Ground Level Plan
Construction Photographs
Corridor Construction (17/09/2017)
Finished Corridor (02/04/2018)
Site- Foundation Works (23/03/2017)
Superstructure Construction (21/10/2017)
Site - Aerial View (Before Constructuion)
Superstructure Construction (03/12/2017)
Facade Panel Section Across the Classroom
The facade panel was designed in order to induce natural ventilation and also to reduce the intensity of the sunlight entering the classrooms, this will also reduce the amount of glare inside the classroom. The facade panel is 8000mm wide and 3200mm high is made up of fly ash bricks of 300x100x50mm specially molded bricks. The bricks gaps between the bricks also acts as an air purifier as it captures the dust particles in the air. The 50mm high openings also doesn’t allow the birds to sit on the facade wall, the slope on top of the slab is also designed to protect the building from birds as the 45 degree angle doesn’t allow them to sit on it. The Two large openings in each facade panel is placed in order to drag more natural light and ventilation into the classroom and also to add a language to the building. The entire facade on all the sides except the western quadrant is covered with these facade panels. The inclined parapet wall on the end of the corridors is 1200mm high which doesn’t given an opportunity for the children to climb on it due to its inward angle and also the smooth finish on the outer edges.
Classroom
75mm Thk Inclined Parapet 50x100MM gap between Opening in the fly ash bricks the Jali wall
300x100x50mm 60x30mm LS Angle Fly ash Bricks
Chicken Mesh on both sides 15mm Thk Rough Plaster
Fly Ash Brick Facade with MS Angle Openings
15mm Thk Smooth Plaster 6mm dia MS weld mesh
Internal Flooring 50x10mm MS flat
300x100x50mm Fly ash Bricks Stafffroom
100x100mm base plate
External Wall 20mm Thk Lathe Concrete edge
Upturn for parapet support
3mm Adhesive joint
Extended Slab
60x30mm LS Angle
Gutter for water collection
Slab Projection
Structural beam
Facade Fixing Detail
Structural beam
Fly Ash Brick Facade Fixing Detail
Classroom
Inclined Parapet detail at Corridors
Construction Photographs
Inclined Parapet
Courtyard-Skylight
Fly Ash Brick Facade
West Facade
View from the Playground
View from the North entrance
Completed Photographs
East Entrance (29/04/2018)
Playground View from level 1 (29/04/2018)
View from North Entrance (29/04/2018)
Typical Classroom (29/04/2018)
Skylight in the Courtyard (29/04/2018)
Playground View from Ground Level (29/04/2018)