Architectural Design Portfolio

Architectural Design Portfolio

Niyati Thakkar M.Arch. C.E.P.T. University B.Arch. Sir J.J. College of Architecture

Niyati Thakkar T +91 7738535858 E niyati.sthakkar@gmail.com A Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India- 400703

Spoken Languages

English, Hindi, Marathi, Kutchi, Gujarati

Software Proficiency

AutoCad, Revit, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp, Lumion

Education M.Arch. - CEPT University, Ahmedabad

(2017-2019)

Specializations:

Minor in Architectural Design (Studio) Minor in History, Theory, Criticism (Theory) Minor in Sustainability (Theory)

Exchange: CEPT x Politecnico di Milano (Research Thesis) B.Arch. - Sir J.J. College of Architecture, Mumbai

(2011-2016)

H.S.C. - Maharashtra State Board

(2011)

S.S.C. - Maharashtra State Board

(2009)

Work Experience Matharoo Associates, Ahmedabad Architect

(Feb 2020- May 2020)

Ranjit Sinh Associates, Mumbai

Junior Architect

(May 2016- May 2017)

Conceptual Design Development Design Detailing

Conceptual Design Development Design Detailing Site Execution

Projects:

Bungalow 491/2, Alibag, Maharashtra Office No. 10, Mumbai, Maharashtra Joy Kapur’s Residence, Alibag, Maharashtra

Competitions:

Convention Centre, Jabalpur Smart City Limited, Madhya Pradesh CSVTU Campus, Bhilai, Chhatisgarh

Training Programs Atto Atelier, Bangalore

Intern Architect

Conceptual Design Development Design Detailing

Project:

(Dec. 2015- Apr. 2016)

Unity Road Residence, Thrissur, Kerala

Exhibition:

Design X Design 2016, Delhi

Survey of Auditoriums, Maharashtra

Surveyor

(Jan. 2014)

Architect Satish Ahuja, Navi Mumbai

Intern Architect

(Oct. 2012)

Extra- Curriculars Writer at CEPT FA Newsletter Probe, CEPT University

(2018)

Teaching Assistantship

Critical Thinking and Argumentation, CEPT University(2018) Trained Bharatnatyam Dancer

Performances with Guru G.V. Ramani Natya Kala Foundation Margazhi Festival, Navi Mumbai (2017, 2016, 2015)

Tirupati Temple, Andhra Pradesh (2016)

Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, Mumbai (2015) Students’ Council, Sir J.J. College of Architecture (2013- 2014) Member of the Rotract Club (2009- 2010 )

Contents Selected Works

Masters in Architectural Design CEPT University (2017-2019)

01 sambharnum kinar

mitigating the edge, Ahmedabad

02 prayogshala

the labyrinth

oases, LRoK

urban insert, Indore

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04 between borders and boundaries, Milan

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an equalising collaborative Bhujodi

06 a liquid state of mind Representation of Space

Professional Practise Ranjit Sinh Associates, Mumbai (2016-2017), Atto Atelier (2015-2016)

07 house 491/2

08 office no. 10

Alibag

Unity Road residence

Mumbai

Thrissur

Bachelors in Architecture Sir J.J. College of Architecture (2011-2016)

10 recharacterising Matheran Matheran

Variegated Pursuits

11 the school

Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

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01// sambharnum kinar Mitigating the edge, Ahmedabad

Mentor: Prof. Urvi Desai Monsoon 2017, M.Arch., CEPT University Studio Intent and Process:

01// Developing a thematic understanding, based on readings shared in class, on a broad social intent to be adopted 02// Individually developing a proposal for an architectural response to a selected condition based on the chosen theme on a specific site picked from amongst a street stretch chosen by the faculty.

01. sambharnum kinar, Ahmedabad

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01. sambharnum kinar, Ahmedabad

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01. sambharnum kinar, Ahmedabad

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01. sambharnum kinar, Ahmedabad

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02// prayogshala Oases for the salt farmers, LRoK

Mentor: Prof. Miki Desai Spring 2018, M.Arch., CEPT University Studio Intent and Process:

After spending 2 weeks on understanding and engaging with the Agariya Community a design brief was formulated with the intention of taking forth the cause of bettering the life of the Agariyas. This project has 2 clear aims1// improving the social life of the community 2// introducing the community to different ways of life

02. prayogshala, LRoK

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02. prayogshala, LRoK

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02. prayogshala, LRoK

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02. prayogshala, LRoK

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03// the labyrinth Urban Insert, Indore

Mentor: Prof. Gurjit Singh Matharoo Monsoon 2018, M.Arch., CEPT University Studio Intent and Process: 1// Exploration of abstract models with unusual materials as a source of a design concept 2// Detailed design development under 5 parametersContext | Controls | City Grain | Serial Vision | Architectural Language in order to realize the imagined concept 3// Recognising a broader question that the building raises

03. the labyrinth, Indore

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03. the labyrinth, Indore

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03. the labyrinth, Indore

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03. the labyrinth, Indore

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04//between borders & boundaries

Mapping the condition of Public Spaces inside/ outside the Porta Nuova Urban Renewal, Milan Capstone Project Mentor: Prof. Giulia Setti Spring 2019, M.Arch., CEPT x Politecnico di Milano Research Question:

How is the built environment conducive to the experience of boundaries and borders in public space?

04. between borders and boundaries, Milan

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04. between borders and boundaries, Milan

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04. between borders and boundaries, Milan

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04. between borders and boundaries, Milan

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05//as equalising collaborative

Transformation and adaptation of traditional neighborhood patterns into Urban Settings, Bhujodi Winter School 2017 Mentor: Peter Rich, Manalee Nanavati Winter 2017, M.Arch., CEPT University Course Intent:

To develop a meaningful design to aid in the ongoing transformation and adaptation of traditional patterns into urban settings.

05. an equalising collaborative, Bhujodi

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05. an equalising collaborative, Bhujodi

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06//a liquid state of mind Graphic Novel

Elective: Representation of Space Mentor: Prof. Seema Khanwalkar Monsoon 2017, M.Arch., CEPT University Course Intent:

To explore, through the medium of graphic novels, the meaning and representation of space in a story of contemporary relevance.

06. a liquid state of mind

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07// house 491/2 Private Bungalow, Alibag

2016-2017, Ranjit Sinh Associates, Mumbai Junior Architect

07. house 491/2, Alibag

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07. house 491/2, Alibag

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07. house 491/2, Alibag

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07. house 491/2, Alibag

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08// office no. 10 Office Interiors, Mumbai

2016-2017, Ranjit Sinh Associates, Mumbai Junior Architect

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08. office no. 10, Mumbai

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08. office no. 10, Mumbai

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09// Unity Road residence Private Bungalow, Thrissur, Kerala 2015-2016, Atto Atelier, Bangalore Intern Architect

09. Unity Road residence, Thrissur

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09. Unity Road residence, Thrissur

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09. Unity Road residence, Thrissur

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10// recharacterising

Matheran Regulating tourism through design, Matheran Bachelor’s Capstone Project Mentor: Prof. Parul Kumtha 2016, B.Arch., Sir J.J. College of Architecture Project Intent

To refine tourist activities by providing functions that define this eco-sensitive zone and celebrate the hill-station.

10. recharacterising Matheran, Matheran

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10. recharacterising Matheran, Matheran

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10. recharacterising Matheran, Matheran

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11// the school

Primary and Pre-primary School, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai Semester 6 Mentor: Prof. Manu Shetty 2013-2014, B.Arch., Sir J.J. College of Architecture

11. the school, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

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11. the school, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

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12// variegated pursuits

12. variegated pursuits: indoor planter stands

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12. variegated pursuits: interiors

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12. variegated pursuits: parodic life

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