PRIYA BADRI | ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO | SELECTED WORKS 2017-2021
Priya Badri
Thomas Jefferson University College of Architecture and the Built Environment Bachelors of Architecture Minor in Sustainable Urban Preservation and Regeneration May 2021 As a future designer and aspiring urbanist, my aim focuses on employing the fundamental principles of sustainable design and furthering my knowledge on preservation/restoration techniques that keep buildings eco-friendly. Buildings to me are a form of art that can constantly be manipulated for the benefit of human comfort. It's most intriguing that as designers, architects have the power to choose how people can experience certain feelings, emotions and connect to a physical space to make it their own. I aim to do this in a sustainable manner that promotes community growth and wealth both in the built and natural environments to improve existing infrastructure and enrich existing cultural idenities.
invasive territory Centralia, PA | 2019 Spring Architecture & Interior Design Collaborative Project
connecting roots Hudson Yards, Manhattan, NY | 2019 Spring ASCA Steel Competition - Participant
portland center of wayfinding East End Beach, Portland, ME| 2019 Fall
district hospital infrastructure -
investigating air quality in Open Wards through material study Kasungu District Hospital , Kasungu, Malawi | Fall 2020 Submittal to Malawi Ministry of Health (MOH)
tesselation East Falls, Philadelphia, PA | Spring 2019 C_ABE Glass Competition Participant
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Centralia, PA | Spring 2019 Interior Design Collaboration Team: Madison Cottelese, Chase Halter An investigation of philosophers and author prompted a conceptual architectural investigation. This architectural space is focused on the scientific fictional works of H.G. Wells. Well’s beliefs stemmed from what would be designated as postapocalyptic. It is designed to resonate his futuristic ideologies of aliens, invasions and the framework of space and time. In this underground pod, located in the fiery underground of Centralia, PA, a user of the space would be able to feel that essensence of descent through the high ceiling to the base of the ground above them and the slow progression of circulation to the very bottom of the sphere to recreate a feeling of “smallness” in comparison to the grandiosity of the space.
Programs Employed: Revit, Adobe CC [Photoshop, Illustrator], Rhinoceros vRay Rendering
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invasive territory
Foliage to “Hide” site above ground
Graffiti Pathway Along Site Edge
To create the experience of “finding the unknown” as per H.G. Wells’ futuristic perspective
Meant to mimic Graffiti Highway
SITE PLAN 5’
Distanced Entryway
Two separate entry points furthest from main structure underground.
Preliminary Sketches
Viewing Dome (External) Users can walk around site and use this dome to have an inside view from above ground
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15’
FIRST FLOOR ENTRY
Users are met with an initial grand introductory space overlooking the structure
RECEPTION
Through the catwalk, a lone reception desk greets , forcing their circulation to the ramp
VISUAL ARCHIVES
An introduction to the museum and as a finishing element for users once completing the full experience.
THIRD FLOOR
COMMON AREA
This acts as a common area between employees and the visitors. It provides as a space of relief.
READING ROOM/ARCHIVES
The archives and the readings rooms showcase the works of H.G. Wells. It provides opporutnities for users to learn more about the esteemed author and perform further research
SECOND FLOOR
RESTROOMS CURATOR’S OFFICE
The curator’s office views the reading room and archives allowing for opportunites to monitor the reading rooms archives.
READING ROOM/ARCHIVES
The archives and the readings rooms showcase the works of H.G. Wells. It provides opporutnities for users to learn more aboutthe esteemed author and perform further research
FOURTH FLOOR
MEDITATIVE SPACE
The meditative space is a reflective room which emphasizes the grandiosity of the space. Users will be able to look from the bottom of the dome all the way to the top of the ground level.
Distanced Entryway Hidden entryway along the hillside in the ground meant for users to “find”
Slow descent into the underground facility
Pathway above ground leading to dome
Slow descent encompassed by heat from burning coal mines & depth of entryway.
A graffitied pathway above ground leads users to the see through dome to get a preview of the underground space
Main Entrance Reception Area Greeted with initial bridge to give first glance into depth of space
Exterior Internal View from atop dome Users along the outside above ground can view into the space through a small dome extruding from the top of the structure
Structural Tension Cord Beams
These beams act as tension rods running across each level to support the structure holding it taut.
Acension To Above ground This is the slow acension as the users are guided towards a beam of light to the outside world - a relief from the depths of the structure.
Final Exit Point
SPATIAL INTENSITY & HIERARCHY
MAIN CIRCULATION
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
Hudson Yards, Manhattan, New York | Spring 2019 ACSA Steel Competition Submission
In large cities like Manhattan and the greater New York City area, getting from point A to point B is primarily achieved through the use of public transportation systems. New York City is connected through roots and passages of buses, taxis, access to the subway,to the highline and in a futuristic approach, access to drone taxis. Cities are like a forest with the transport systems being the roots that connect to all ends of the city. This specific site is located in close proximitity to two subway stations, the highline, th Hudson Yards and multiple bus stations. All the while, there is also heavy taxi and cab activity in this area. The design of this transit hub brings in the impression of a nature through the physical representation of the structure. It depicts two structural “leaves” acting as a canopy for shading the spaces beneath it while also expressing the structure underneath the exterior image. This is expressed through the underside of the structure in this specific transit hub. It houses access to all the main transport systems in the city, having spaces for bus stops and subway stations. It uses the ground floor for public interaction spaces through a small strip of stores as well.
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connecting roots
SUBWAY LEVEL
GROUND LEVEL
Open space allows for small businesses and public space and public seating.
Access to: Underground subway levels Taxi Station Bike Racks Upper level transit systems
Double Level Subway Access Uptown on the upper level Downtown on bottom level
Shops/Cafe Space Public Seating & Promenade
SECOND LEVEL
THIRD LEVEL
Access to: High Line Public Seating & Gathering Space
Access to: Taxi Drones Public Seating & Gathering Space
Shops/Cafe Space Public Seating & Promenade
Shops/Cafe Space Public Seating & Promenade
WATERPROOF TEXTILE
PLASTIC
Waterproof textile system that is sandwiched between two layers of the basic framing system. Translucent in quality and texture, it does not let it much light but helps bring enought to keep the shade
STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM RIBBING TRUSSES These ribs extend from the center of the tripod and are welded and bolted against the ribs extended from the center of the steel leaf frame. This prevents wind loads from overturning the structure of the leaf while maintaining stability on the ground.
Steel frame is curved, being held in tension through the ribs extending from the tripod system as well as tension cables between each frame.
TEMPERED INSULATED GLASS This glass system allows heat to become trapped within the enclosed space. It provides bracing against laterl loads as well for the structure as it leans against the tripod structure.
NON REFLECTIVE - REUSED ALUMINUM CLADDING REINFORCED STEEL TRIPOD STRUCTURE Tripod system allows for bracing against wind loads and other lateral loads. Supports are connected through a center point to help distribute the dead load of the canopy
EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC
Aluminum cladding is reused adding towards environmental sustainability. Creates opportunity for reuse and reducing energy used in creating a brand new cladding system.
Ground Floor Promenade High Line Access Point
Access to Drone Taxi
Circulation
Access to Subway
Public Space
CONSTELLATION DIAGRAM
STRUCTURAL SYSTEM - TRIPOD BRACING
Welded connection join at attachment
Bolted and welded connection at the joints of the trusses
RIB TO TRUSS CONNECTION DETAIL
SUSTAINABILITY This structure reuses materials like the waterproof plastic mesh that is used for the canopy as well as recycling steel and molding it to the shape needed for the shell structure.
DOUBLE CANOPY HIERARCHY
Loadbearing truss system transfers loads to the tripod structure
PROCESS MODELS
FINAL MODEL
East End Beach, Portland, Maine | Fall 2019 Team: Alexa Karakitsios Portland holds significant importance towards its relationships withthe sea. The goal of this project aims to educate the general population, residents and visitors on the nautical history of the ports in collaboration with wayfinding and the economics of the city. Not only will this act as an archive center, but as an open resource to house materials like maps, wayfinding tools, economic standards of the port industry which affected the development of the prevalent city ports. Constellations are the beginning elements in wayfinding that are an added design through the building along the interior, providing illuminated pathways as guided elements to engage users as they find their way through their sapce. The library is segregated into three main spaces: gallery, private archives and the open library which houses items open to public use. The gallery acts as introductory space, attached to a lobby to provide a preview into the archive space and open library. The archive room is separated physically with only one physical connection to people, initially entering the building. This holds the documents which require a second hand from experienced historians and the open library houses all the tools with economic information about the city’s industry. This whole space is connected by one processional stairwell leading to an plank overlooking the cliff and towards the sea. thi acts as the physical visual connection between the land and the sea as users move through the building.
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portland center of wayfinding
SITE
MAJOR LOCAL ANDMARKS WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD DIFFERING SIZE MARKS IMPORTANCE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY
SCHOOLS & EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES AROUND NEIGHBORHOOD LOCAL COMMERCIAL AREAS
THIS INCLUDES LOCAL CAFES, GROCERY MARKETS, SHOPS, ETC.
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BUILDING TYPES PARKS & COMMUNITY SPACES
THIS COULD INCLUDE COMMUNITY PARKS AND PLACES OF WORSHIP
RAILWAY SYSTEM EAST END PROMENADE - MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTION
PRIMARILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT START OF COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Prevailing Wind
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East End Beach
n Fort Allen Park
Sumer Sea Breeze
FORM BASE
ARCHIVE SPACE THE SECOND LEVEL HOUSES THE PRIVATE ARCHIVES WHICH REQUIRE EXPERIENCED USERS TO AID RESEARCHERS WITH SPECIAL DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS. LARGE STANDING TABLES ALLOW DOCUMENTS TO BE SPREAD OUT ACROSS THE SURFACE.
GREEN SPACE
SUN CHART
SLIGHT PITCHED ROOF THE ROOF SYSTEM IS ANGLES DOWNWARDS IN RESPONSE TO THE SNOW AND RAIN LOAD DURING THE WINTER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ADDITIONALLY IT ANGLES DOWN TOWARDS THE FOCAL POINT BEING THE OVERLOOK THAT EXTENDS BEYOND THE 3 SPACES.
GALLERY & EXHIBITION MULLION SYSTEM THE MULLION SYSTEM VARIES ON ALL THREE LEVELS - EACH LEVEL IS INTRODUCED WITH A NEW LEVEL OF CLARITY IN VIEWS AND DIFFUSION OF LIGHT. THE PATTERN ALSO RELATES BACK TO THE MOVEMENT OF WATER WHICH CREATES THE CONNECTION BETWEEN LAND AND WATER.
PROCESSIONAL STAIRWELL
THE GALLERY SPACE ACTS AS AN INTRODUCTORY SPACE WHICH SLIGHTLY FORCES DIRECTION OF USERS INTO THE SPACE BEFORE PROCEEDING TOWARDS THE SPACES HARBORING RESEARCH MATERIALS. THIS SPACE HAS THE LEAST AMOUNT OF VIEWS BUT THE MOST AMOUNT OF DIFFUSED LIGHT.
ADDITIONAL EXIT POINTS BECAUSE OF THE MAIN STAIRWELL BEING THE PRIMARY NAVIGATIONAL TOOL, TWO ADDITIONAL STAIRS ON THE SECOND AND THIRD LEVELS CREATE EXIT POINTS AT GRADE
THIS PROCESSIONAL STAIRWELL ACTS AS THE CONNECTING FACTOR TO ALL THREE LEVELS. IT IS BRIDGE THAT PROMOTES NAVIGATION AND DISCOVERY OF EACH SPACE GIVING A GLIMPSE INTO EACH LEVEL AS A USER PROCEEDS DOWN.
OPEN RESEARCH LIBRARY FOCAL POINT - THE PLANK THIS IS THE LAST POINT IN THE STRUCTURE THAT GIVES INDIVIDUAL USERS A PHSYICAL AND VISUAL CONNECTION TO BEING EXPOSED IN THE PROCESS OF DISCOVERY. IT CONNECTS BACK TO THE ORIGINS OF SHIPS AND THE IDEA OF “WALKING THE PLANK.”
THIS PORTION OF THE LIBRARY FEATURES SHELVING UNITS THAT REFLECT THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY THE SPACE, CREATING DYNAMIC ELEMENTS THAT IMPLEMENT THE IDEA OF DISCOVERY AND NAVIGATION. THIS ALSO HOUSES ELEMENTS LIKE TOOLS AND DATA
investigating air quality in Open Wards through material study Kasungu District Hospital, Kasungu, Malawi | Fall 2020 Team: Alan Davidson, Kaitlyn Cusumano In sub-saharan Africa, COVID-19 and other airborne illnesses such as Tuberculosis create issues of proper ventilation and air quality within a space. This is calling for new design needs, better and more aff ordable and natural materials in order to create an ideal environment and system to reduce the risk factors and improve air quality. This investigation was developed on the factors of taking in air quality control within healthcare facilities specifi c to airborne infections and diseases like COVID-19. The final goal was to create a series of wall assembly structures to improve internal conditions of air quality and investigate the relationship with the outdoors based on guidelines and research from the W.H.O and existing air quality conditions of Malawi. Moving forwards, these designs can be modifi ed and implemented in healthcare facilities that are in need of systems to improve air quality and regulate internal air temperature to improve comfort of space for all users. For existing systems or newer systems, these proposals can provide simple additions to the building assembly to promote a healthier air quality and environment for the patients and workers using the space.
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district hospital infrastructure -
Program Layout Scheme 1
Program Layout Scheme 2
Wall Assembly Scheme 1
HEAT TRAP -
USING PLASTIC FABRIC MESH TO REPEL ANY POLUTANTS & HARMFUL CONTAMINANTS IN THE AIR
DOUBLE LAYER FABRIC MESH -
LINED WITH PHOTOCATALYTIC MATERIAL - IDEALLY TITANIUM DIOXIDE
ACTS AS HEAT TRAP FOR COLD WEATHER PLASTIC BASED FABRIC MESH TO HELP TRAP HEAT AND CREATE ENCLOSED UNIT. USABLE DURING COLD WEATHER/INCLEMENT WEATHER/ETC.
HEMPCRETE CMU - AIR FILTERATION & THERMAL MASS TO RETAIN HEAT IN THE WALL
Wall Assembly Scheme 2
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL LAYER OF TITANIUM DIOXIDE - PURFIES AIR ON
INTERIOR CONDITION AS WELL
Wall Assembly Scheme 3
CLERESTORY CURTAIN SCREENING LINED WITH TITANIUM DIOXIDE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION
8” HEMPCRETE SEPARATION WALL
WALL ATTACHED WOOD BASED FOLDABLE BED/SEATING SPACE -
CAN BE USED BY GUARDIANS FOR OVERNIGHT STAY
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTON FABRIC PRIVACY SCREENING 8” HEMPCRETE SEPARATION WALL
WALL ATTACHED WOOD BASED FOLDABLE BED/ SEATING SPACE -
CAN BE USED BY GUARDIANS FOR OVERNIGHT STAY
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTON FABRIC PRIVACY SCREENING
SCHEME I
SCHEME 2
Team: Alan Davidson, Kaitlyn Cusumano
East Falls, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Spring 2019 C_ABE Glass Competition Participant
Tessellation is an interactive wall structure using varying sizes of operable triangles. It is located on the corner of Kelly Drive and Calumet Street along the street facing the river. It creates an interactive environment for people of all ages using glass and steel. It is hung on suspension cords along a mesh to provide a loose, fluid structure while also being manually operable. The purpose of this project is to create an interactive environment for the people of East Falls, a place where they can create a community and bring in the essence of the community into that space.
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tesselation
MAIN SET PINS - HOLD UP CABLES ALUMINUM MESH GRID -
OPERABLE PINS FROSTED GLASS MAIN STEEL FRAME This section view shows the interaction between user and structure. As seen within the detail of the wall, there are multiple operable pins within reaching distance for people of all heights and sizes. This allows for the dynamism to be explored as everyone interacts with each other through this wall.
VEGETATION
The vegetation creates a secondary barrier screen to block the view to the interior of the garage. This could also provide to be a way to make use of stormwater runnoff instead of letting it flow into the river
OPERABLE GLASS PANES
STEEL GRID
The glass panes are the front layer of this structure. Attached and hung from the suspension cables, they provide a sort of dynamism and fluidity through the mobility of the window panes.
This grid is is constructed out of steel to provide the main basic structural support required to hold up the components of the glass wall
SUSPENSION CORDS & CABLES
The suspension cords run along the top and bottom of the structure. They attach to the triangular pieces of glass and have enough flexibility that they are able to move and act fluidly.
ALUMINUM MESH OPERABLE PINS
These pins can push and pull through the second screen of aluminum mesh and vegetation. They act through several notches which allow different distances from the mesh. They push against the tension cables which connect to the glass. This allows a user to push and pull the glass creating varying shapes.
Aluminum Mesh will allow for structural support as well as a providing a base for the vegetation to grow on. The vegetation provides a secondary means of covering into the garage
Priya Badri priya.badris@gmail.com priya.badri@students.jefferson.edu 610.290.2869 Thomas Jefferson University College of Architecture and the Built Environment