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Selected Works|2019-2024
Samiksha Chandaliya
Namastey!
I am Samiksha, an architecture undergrad at School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi.
I see architecture as a means for understanding how different people coexist, use space and if needed provide solutions to some of their problems. My attempt has always been to create unique user centric design that offers an architectural experience. Being an inquisitive person, I crave new experiences, love to explore new things and always keep learning.
Education
2019-24
samikshachandaliya@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/samiksha-c
Aurangabad, Maharashtra, 431005 +91 8275199384
2017-18
2004-16
School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi
Graduated in June 2024
8.6 CGPA, Rank 3 in batch of 120
Sarosh Junior College, Aurangabad
12th Class HSC Board
Maharashtra Public School, Aurangabad
10th Class CBSE
Skills and Interests
CAD Drafting
Architectural rendering
Conceptual Diagrams
Post process drawings
3D Modeling and rendering
Languages
English - Fluent
Hindi - Fluent
Marathi - Basic
Others
Painting | Music | Reading | Photography
Samiksha Chandaliya
Curriculum vitae
Software Efficiency
Drafting
Autocad 2D
Autodesk Revit
3D modeling and Visualization
Trimble SketchUp
Rhinoceros 3D Lumion
Presentation and Graphics
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Indesign Figma
Analysis
Climate Consultant
Google Earth Pro
PMV Tool
Ecotect
Academic Projects
Five-Star Luxury Hotel Pragati Maidan, Delhi | Semester X
Urban Design - Buisness Promotion District Qutub precinct, Delhi | Semester IX
Mixed-Use High Rise Building Gurgaon | Semester VI
Urban Centre of Excellence Hyderabad | Semester V
Crafts Centre: Design and Landscaping Delhi | Semester IV
Residence Design Delhi | Semester III
Visitor’s Centre, Measured Drawing Jaisalmer Fort | Semester II, III
Workshops / Electives
Sustainability and Design
Elective Instructor: Pankaj Khanna
Hexagramm Infrastructure private limited Full-time architectural intern
January 2023 - July 2023 Work Experience
Competitions
Volume Zero | Tiny Library 2021 self-learning, educational space
ARCH8 | THE LABYRINTH 2.0 2021 elements of architecture
ANDC Trophy NASA India 2020
Bus Terminal Design
Top 100 shortlisted
Ethos Trophy NASA India 2022
Student Portfolio
Individual academic work
Parametric design Rhino + Grasshopper DesignMorphine Webinar 2021
SketchUp for Architects & Designers Kaarwan Workshop 2020
Site Analysis & Climate Study for Architects Kaarwan Workshop 2021
Research Projects
Role of Street Vendors in Enhancing Walking Experience of an Indian Street: A Case of 3 streets of Delhi Dissertation | Semester IX
Regeneration of Soil Fertility Seminar Research | Semester VII
Jayati Agrawal Residence, Guwahati
working drawings and details, visual graphics
Raj Darbar Spaces Township, Hissar
working drawings, BOQ, concept presentation, 3D modeling, rendering
Style Guide, Residence, Jaipur
research and development, facade design, 3D modeling, rendering
LA City Township, Clubhouse, Dehradun
working drawings, concept presentation, interior moodboards
104, Hauz Khas Residence, Delhi
furniture design, interior design presentation, BOQ and specifications
Cheval Realty Office, Friends Colony, Delhi
concept video presentation for interiors
Sanskriti Greens Farmhouse, Gadaipur
drawings,
urban centre of excellence residence miscellaneous 05 06 07
Five-Star Luxury Hotel, Pragati Maidan 01
Crafting Narratives Through Hospitality Design
New Delhi | Top 6 - Thesis Semester 10
Location of Pragati Maidan w.r.t Delhi
Location of site in Pragati Maidan
PROJECT NOTE
India’s architectural heritage and cultural character of its cities are significant contributors to the country’s identity. Hospitality buildings play a pivotal role in crafting experiences for visitors and portraying the unique identity of a city. By reinterpreting and recreating experiences from the past through planning and design principles, hotels can act as a meaningful connection between the past and the present.
Developing a state-of-the-art Hotel in Pragati Maidan, the thesis aspired for a contemporary design language that promotes Responsible Luxury and responds sensitively to the Context of a place.
• Site Area: 3.7 acres = 15002 sqm
• Land use: Public-Semi public (Zone-D)
• Max Grnd Cvr: 40% = 6000 sqm
• FAR: 3.75
• Max. permissible Height: 124.55m
• Max Built Up Area: 56257.5 sqm
• Setbacks: 12m all sides
• Parking: 721 ECS
ZONING
Public functions placed adjacent to the road, while guest rooms and BOH can be placed at rear.
BUILDABLE AREA
Preserving existing trees, building within setbacks.
GUEST AND SERVICE ENTRY
With Bhairon Marg, as the only access road, entry-exit points through - gate 1 & 2, servicing - gate 3.
VIEWS FOR HOTEL
Views of iconic Purana Qila, Yamuna, India Gate, Humayun’s tomb provide the USP for the hotel.
EXPLODED ISOMETRIC DIAGRAM | VERTICAL ZONING
25th-26thFLOOR
ROOF-TOP SPECIALITY RESTAURANT
AQUA LOUNGE/ CLUBHOUSE
• Restaurant with great views
• Roof-top seating
11th-24thFLOOR
SUITE ROOMS: Great views outside Privacy required Attached toilets
• Airconditioned space
• Natural light with option of shutting windows
• Calm and peaceful environment
4th-10thFLOOR
DELUXE GUESTROOMS:
• Adequate sunlight
• Good outside views
• Terraces at every third floor
SERVICEFLOOR
SERVICE FLOOR: Turning of shafts into main Accommodates services
GROUNDTOTHIRD
F&B, BANQUET, BUSINESS CENTRE, SPA & HEALTH CLUB:
• Connection to BOH & Kitchen areas
• Visibility to public important
• Easy access
LOWERGROUND BASEMENT
BACK OF THE HOUSE & SERVICES:
• Natural ventilation
• Connection to service cores
PARKING & SERVICES:
• Double-stack parking
• Adequate artificial lighting Airconditioned space
FIRST FLOOR (Business centre)
SECOND FLOOR (Banquet Hall)
FIFTH FLOOR (41 Keys: Deluxe - 39, Luxury Suite - 2)
LOWER GROUND BOH AREAS (STAFF ONLY)
THIRD FLOOR (Health Club)
25th FLOOR (Roof-top Speciality Restaurant)
26th FLOOR (aqua-lounge/ clubhouse)
FOURTH FLOOR (37 Keys: Deluxe - 35, Luxury Suite - 2)
18TH - 24th FLOOR (luxury and presidential suites)
GUESTROOM LAYOUTS
DELUXE ROOM
Area = 40 sqm
EXECUTIVE SUITE
Area = 75 sqm
DISABLED FRIENDLY SUITE
Area = 75 sqm
LUXURY SUITE
Area = 150 sqm
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Area = 200 sqm
FACADE DESIGN: CONCEPT FROM HALL OF NATIONS
Green design implies that each façade should receive different treatment to adequately address wind direction and solar orientation.
SOUTH-EAST
Orientation Angle: 120°
HSA : -50° TO -90°
VSA: +35°
SOUTH-WEST
Orientation Angle: -60°
HSA : -20° TO -90°
VSA: +35°
A. The triangular trelis framing on south side designed will have 1.5 m cantilever planter space accessible from common corridor on floor.
Structure itself as brises-soleil or jaali
The triangular pattern used in hotel facade as sun breakers with appropriate Horizontal Shading Angle and Vertical Shading Angle of fins for Delhi’s climate.
B. Northern facade to have terracotta cladding with insulation such that the glazing is recessed by 450mm.
X Semester
Indian Jaali Hall of Nations
hotel entrance porch view of purana qila from suite
pool
Advantage: Lightweight material - reduces the load of the building, thereby reducing
Paving
FACADE
DESIGN:
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
Advantage: Locally available, can be created on-site, resulting in a cost-effective build mass. Biodegradable material and allows unskilled people get a job, rise in social values. Application: Internal walls
Advantage: Locally available, can be created on-site, resulting in a cost-effective build mass. Biodegradable material and allows unskilled people get a job, rise in social values. Application: Internal walls
Terracotta tiles
Terracotta tiles
Advantage: Highly durable, with robust composition and resistance to impacts, scratches, weather conditions. It is UV-resistant and maintains its colour over a lifetime, ensuring long-lasting durability and visual appeal.
Advantage: Highly durable, with robust composition and resistance to impacts, scratches, weather conditions. It is UV-resistant and maintains its colour over a lifetime, ensuring long-lasting durability and visual appeal.
Application: Cladding
Application: Cladding
FACADE DESIGN: CONCEPT FROM HALL OF NATIONS
CONCEPT FROM HALL OF NATIONS
Green design implies that each façade should receive different treatment to adequately address wind direction and solar orientation.
Green design implies that each façade should receive different treatment to adequately address wind direction and solar orientation.
Structure itself as brises-soleil or jaali
The triangular pattern used in hotel facade as sun breakers with appropriate Horizontal Shading Angle and Vertical Shading Angle of fins for Delhi’s climate.
The triangular pattern used in hotel facade as sun breakers with appropriate Horizontal Shading Angle and Vertical Shading Angle of fins for Delhi’s climate. Structure
B. Northern facade to have terracotta cladding with insulation such that the glazing is recessed by 450mm.
URBAN NEXUS 02
City level hub for enriching public life
Delhi | Urban Design Semester 9
Keywords | public realm | business promotion district | pedestrian spine | urban design
PROJECT NOTE
With the aim of rejuvenating public spaces and local economies, the project includes, co-working spaces, library, tuition, performance spaces and galleries with transit housing. The public functions are designed to cater city level needs and create a happening night-life in Qutub precinct.
• Location: Qutub Institutional Precinct
• Site Area: 41,250 sqm (10.1 Acre)
• Permissible FAR : 3
• Total Built-up Area: 1,23,750 sqm
CO-WORKING OFFICE CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION
BUSINESS HOTEL (300 KEYS)
TRANSIT HOUSING WOMEN’S HOSTEL LIBRARY AND TUITION RETAIL AND PUBLIC REALM
HOUSING
OFFICES
LIBRARY
RETAIL OFFICES
Abhiram B Anshika Khatri Chandaliya Samiksha Nipun Malik
MIRAI 03
A mixed-use high rise
Gurgaon | Semester 6
PROJECT
NOTE
Keywords | Mixed use | Public exposure | Quality space | Envelope, Shading
Mixed-use high rise development, the intervention welcomes the community to celebrate every gathering. The program fosters a fluid transition of public to private, and functional segregation between: Retail, Office and Residential. The building form is stepped back to incorporate stepped platforms and balconies. The entire complex articulates the same language.
Location: Sector 88B Gurugram, Haryana
FAR: 3.5 (Intense tod zone)
• Site area: 10,655 sqm
• Ground coverage: 60%
• Usable area (after setbacks): 5583.5 Sqm
Commercial: 70% | Residential: 30%
1. Rectangular Extrusion to utilize maximum space
2. Subtracting volume to form a central focus
3. Segregation of functions to maintain privacy
4. Creating terraces to serve as recreational hotspots
5. Connectors and vertical supports
6. Articulation of form
FIRST FLOOR RETAIL PLAN AREA = 2120 SQ.M.
RECREATIONAL FLOOR PLAN
LEVEL = +21600 AREA = 820 SQ.M
RESIDENTIAL FLOOR PLAN
TYPE 1 | AREA = 950 SQ.M
OFFICE FLOOR PLAN
TYPE 1 | AREA = 1120 SQ.M
RESIDENTIAL FLOOR PLAN
TYPE 2 | AREA = 740 SQ.M
OFFICE FLOOR PLAN
TYPE 2 | AREA = 1060 SQ.M
SKYBRIDGE
Connection between the towers, seating with lush planters
OFFICE
Total area = 20,000 sq.m No. of floors = 19
SOUTH AND WESTERN FACADE
Egg crate shading device blocking south sun
NORTHERN FACADE
Breakout terraces, balcony projects
RESIDENTIAL
Total area = 11,100 sq.m No. of floors = 15
ATRIUM
Allows for maximum natural lighting in retail
SERVICE FLOOR
TRANSFER SLAB
Allows for changing grid in tower
RECREATIONAL FLOOR
Cafe with terrace seating
RETAIL
Total area = 8,500 sq.m No. of floors = 4
RESIDENCE
The residence building forms an overall zig zag pattern through out its verticality, giving an impression of interconnectivity.
The arrangement of units is such that the overlap of balconies form a skin which provides mutual shading to the floors.
Towards the western facade, a vertical shading unit forms a semi egg crate structure.
In the office tower, terrace projections form a visual connectivity between the two vertical levels.
Clay Pottery
Jawaharlala nehru marg
Mahatma
TRIKAYA 04
Crafts centre
Delhi | Semester 4
PROJECT NOTE
Keywords | crafts workshop | community | respecting context | courtyard
Adhering to the context, design of the complex follows the idea of POROSITY and CONTINUITY to maintain the open texture of surrounding context within the site, achieved by integrating multiple courtyards with clustered built-up organisation.
LOCATION : Site is a corner plot, Opposite Raj Ghat, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, New Delhi, India
SITE AREA : 10115 sq. m
COTTON WEAVING CRAFT
Workshop to serve for: “Weaving process,” where thread (raw material) is woven into fabric. Later finish dyed.
CLAY POTTERY CRAFT
Workshop for pottery: Making Clay products (raw material clay powder) Finished by polishing/paint.
WOOD CARVING CRAFT
Workshop to hold: Chip Carving and Relief Carving from wood.
DESIGN STRATEGIES
JALI PERGOLAS
:
Shades pedestrian pathway and shadow-play on ground beneath.
GREEN ROOFS
: Remove heat from the air and reduce temperatures of the roof and surrounding air.
EXSITING TREES
: Scheme created where trees on the site treated with chabutra as spots for resting/sitting
LANDSCAPE BUFFERS
: Trees planted around the periphery and South, West sides of built-ups
ZONE 2
Exposition space: built on sparsely sloped north region
Legends pedestrian path greens built-up vehicular path semi-open
RECREATIONAL ZONE OAT, Café, Audi: exploit the dense slopes, open onto existing greens
ZONE 1
Office, Admin, library: high visibility, regular use
SITE PLAN
UNNATI 05
Urban centre of excellence
Hyderabad | Semester 5
PROJECT NOTE
Keywords | collaborative office | exposition | pedestrian network | sustainable
Unnati, is a seamless blend of urban oasis & outdoor activities, designed keeping in mind ecological preservation. Centre serves for innovation office space and expo along with facilities for stay, restaurants, open sit outs, etc.
LOCATION: Rajendranagar mandal, Hyderabad, Telangana
The exsiting contours on plot have been the guiding idea behind the design. Office, Café functions placed on edge along 30m road with greater exposure to the public. An existing pedestrian path modified to create central spine along natural contours. Relatively flatter regions used for large span exposition hall.
TERRAIN ANALYSIS
Vehicular Service
Legends
Pedestrian pathway
vehicular road built area semi covered area
EVAPORATIVE COOLING
Trelis screen façade with planters species
SOLAR PANELS
Placed at 15 degree angle facing South direction
ROOF GARDENS
Insulation of the built-up
PASSIVE STRATEGIES
MATERIALS
Double-glazed units with argon gas filling enhance the thermal properties of windows
NATURAL LIGHTING
Atrium, narrow floor plates ensures 80% of spaces have day light access and views outside
SKIN CONCEPT
THE FAÇADE
1. Trelis screen with 2.4m wide balcony
2. Reinforced Concrete wall + Double-glazed units with argon gas fill windows
The principal of the facade is inspired by the idea of a skin that allows a modulation of light and air through the building.
Aluminium Trellis with planters, to prevent glare, and allow EVAPORATIVE COOLING
Double-glazed units with argon gas filling enhance the thermal properties of windows
Schematic Representation Incubation Office
Respecting the site contours
Orientation and grid
User-centered design
Library direct access to public+ classrooms above
PLAZA
Toilets
PRANGAN
single family residence + office
Delhi | Semester 3
LOCATION : Ashoka park road, Block B, New friends colony, New Delhi
CLIENT
• Pooja Khanna, an independent law practitioner
• Requirment: residence + office.
• Client’s brief to have laid-back leisurely house design, with openess in both house and office.
IDEOLOGY
Every space interacts with an open/semi-open space serving for natural ventilation and views. Separation between private and public life of the lawyer achieved through vertical zoning of functions. All spaces connected through central courtyard.
GROUND PLAN level +450 inward looking office with central courtyard and patio
SECOND FLOOR PLAN level +7650 3 bedrooms + family gathering area + gameroom, study space
TERRACE PLAN level +11250 outdoor lounge+ bonfire+ barbecue alongside terrace garden as party space
FIRST FLOOR PLAN level +4050 double height dining, family and formal lounges, kitchen, bedroom, balcony garden
cenotaphs - measured drawing
FRONT ELEVATION
Bada Bagh, Jaisalmer | Semester 2 PLAN
FINIALS DETAIL
portfolio
Samiksha Chandaliya