Thesis - Research and Training Institute for Alternative Agriculture Techniques

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IUCAA, PUNE

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

ABOUT The Inter-University Centre for • Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) is an autonomous institution set up by the University Grants Commission to promote nucleation and growth of active groups in astronomy and astrophysics in Indian universities. IUCAA is located in the University of • Pune campus next to the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, which operates the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope. IUCAA has a campus designed by Indian architect Charles Correa. The campus is known for its planning and aesthetics.

ABOUT It is a private biomedical research • foundation. The mission of Foundation is to • "develop programs of advanced biomedical research and provide clinical care of excellence, with focus on translating pioneering scientific discoveries into solutions which can improve the quality of life of individuals around the world. The foundation undertakes research • in the fields of neuroscience and oncology at the modernistic Champalimaud Center for the Unknown in Lisbon.

ABOUT Suzlon's One Earth campus designed • by Ar. Christopher Charles Benninger, is the Global Corporate Headquarter spread over 10 acres of land in Hadapsar, Pune, India. The campus is aptly named One • Earth as Suzlon's business believes in caring for the Earth; it further highlights the earth's unique existence as an eco system, signifies a unified view of the planet and reinforces the company's belief that co-existence and responsible usage of natural resources are the only way to achieve sustainability. LEED Platinum and GRIHA Five star • certified campus and India’s first campus 100% on renewable energy.

ABOUT UWC Mahindra College is a pre• university International Boarding School, located 40 km west of Pune in Maharashtra, India. It follows the International Baccalaureate (IB). It is one of the 18 United World • Colleges. The college is located near the • village of Paud in the Taluka Mulshi region of the western state of Maharashtra, India. It is around 40 km from the city of Pune. The MUWCI campus is situated on a hill surrounded by rural communities and overlooking the valley of the Mula river near Mulshi Dam.

CONCEPT Some of architectural concepts and principles seen in IUCAA are Focus • Hierarchy • Open to sky • Disaggregation • Interaction spaces • The main asset of a scientist are brain and book. The architect has designed spaces which promote productivity. Since the institution is a symbol of experimentation and innovation , the architect has incorporated some astronomical experiments and concepts into design itself.

CONCEPT Correa designed with the belief that • the building should seek to express the true essence and culture of their locations, taking into account the ultimate use of the structure in order to create perfect combination of form and function. Attempted to use nature as therapy. • Use of water around, open sky and • the healing presence of rain forests, these were the three elements used for patients.

CONCEPT Suzlon One Earth derives its • inspiration from large Indian historical campuses like Fatehpur Sikri and the Meenakshi Temple complex in Madurai. This took the shape of a land • Scraper opposing the idea of a Skyscraper. The entire campus is planned on the • lines of sustainability and renewable key energy elements like the sun, wind, water and sky, each denoting a different area of study.

CONCEPT The structures are a kind of mirror, • or reflection, of the mountains surrounding the campus, becoming a miniature model mimicking the jagged contours in the distance. The concept of the campus plan • evolved from that of a mandala. It centers the plan of this diverse, micro cosmos, around an academic quadrangle with passages radiating out from it, offering points of encounter along the way, as well as views towards the valleys in the distance and a series of interconnected, flowing spaces.

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Concepts evolved from the site locations or the requirements of the project and its campus facilities. Principles of basic architectural design taken into account.


IUCAA, PUNE

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

PLANNING The architect has taken advantage of • the trees as well as the moderate climate of Pune to create a campus which welcomes and respects nature. The structure has been designed in • such a manner that each and every frame of vision consists a natural element as focus. All spaces are planned around • courtyards.

PLANNING It has curved stone forms with • circular cut away. Comprises two buildings, first • research laboratories and treatment room, second housing an auditorium and exhibition area. A central pathway crosses the site • between the buildings leading towards two monolithic stone sculptures and an outdoor amphitheater. Above the pathway, a glass tubular • bridge connects the two buildings together. The buildings are arranged to create • a 125 m long pedestrian pathway leading diagonally across site, towards open seas.

PLANNING Site is well segregated into various • zones with respect to function Planning revolves around the central • focus, Deep Stambh. Dedicated spaces taking into focus • the elements of sun, wind, water and sky serving as transition spaces between departments. Building covers lesser area (40%) of • site leaving greater green area(60%).

PLANNING Using the auspicious North-South • axis to intersect the sun’s east-west movement in a plan centered on the academic quadrangle, a system of individual structures is laid out, each having their own character and identity, yet integrated via connecting walls and a strong architectural language While the individual buildings enjoy • considerable variety in terms of their generic order, the campus is bound together by a strict system of dimensions, proportions and a materials language.

CLMATE RESPONSE The courtyard play a vital role in • keeping the microclimate cool in summers. The courtyards also fulfill the • purpose of getting rid of hot air in summers, due to which cross ventilation takes place. The proportion of courtyards (except • black hole) and structure height is such that it allows mutual shading in summers. The transition spaces between the • courtyard and the built masses provide protection from sun and rain. The upper floors were protruding • out which automatically shaded the entrance doors or windows on the ground floor. Small green spaces were created at • different parts of the buildings to get in natural light and help in better air circulation.

CLIMATE RESPONSE The Champalimaud Center’s Interior • garden is the most breathtaking taking point of the main building. Covered by a glass pergola, it creates an ideal microclimate for the development of plants from Brazil,Africa,India,Timor and the far east. Considering the Mediterranean • climate, generally hot and dry summers and rainy winters the materials are thoughtfully used.

CLIMATE RESPONSE Usage of native flora. • Minimizing both, environmental • impact and reducing the need for landscaping water. Low energy/ green materials. • Appropriate orientation of the • building facades that ensures adequate day lighting and minimizes glare effect. Aluminum louvers that shade the • interiors while providing ample natural illumination and crossventilation. Large water body in the central court • helps in improving the air quality and for evaporative cooling. They have retained the existing trees • on the site and few more bamboo trees were planted. Bamboo trees are planted because • they need less water.

CLIMATE RESPONSE Climate ranges from hot-dry to cool• rainy to chilly-dry in annual cycle; this is exploited in design as all classroom has verandahs and extend into courtyard. The building blocks are placed in • correspondence to the site slope. Maximum vegetation and forest land • on the site has been retained.

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Spaces are planned taking into consideration the existing natural features on site. Well segregation of spaces with respect to their function. Weaving of the entire campus together by a common architectural language.

Planning to be done according to the orientation and site analysis. Preservation of the natural features on site. Strategies to be incorporated which reduce energy consumption. Climate responsive architecture to be implemented as far as possible. Natural light and ventilation by introducing small pockets for landscape or water bodies for evaporative cooling. Reusing and recycling resources.


IUCAA, PUNE

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

BUILT VS UNBUILT The three courtyards do not act as • individual interaction spaces for activities happening around it. These courtyards are interlinked to each other by semi-open passages which act as transition spaces. The structure has most private spaces opening on the inside of the courtyards, but the design is so that it provides visual connection with the exterior of building. .The form of buildings is simple and • doesn’t overpower nature. The two exposed concrete columns • create dominance over the surrounding landscape and defined the entrance. The central courtyard was • surrounded on all sides by either building facades or walls that had transition spaces which led to different spaces. The two smaller courtyards: One is surrounded by a semi private space that is the Library and the other is surrounded by a private space that is the hostel.

BUILT VS UNBUILT Comprises two buildings, first • research laboratories and treatment room, second housing an auditorium and exhibition area. A central pathway crosses the site • between the buildings leading towards two monolithic stone sculptures and an outdoor amphitheater. From the highest point, a large body • of water is visible which appears to connect to ocean beyond. The interior tropical garden creates • an environment to the public to pause at the place giving an experience of tropical climate at micro level.

BUILT VS UNBUILT Building covers lesser area (40%) of • site leaving greater green area(60%) Unbuilt space > Built space. • The pool rests at the basement level • wherein all of the cafeteria and the dining room open on to the water.

BUILY VS UNBUILT The college campus nestled in the • Sahayadri hills, between two river valleys. A system of individual structures is • laid out, each having their own character and identity, yet integrated via connecting walls and a strong architectural language The external gardens, passages, • courts, ramps, and quadrangles all serve to integrate interior and exterior spaces. Set in the foreground of vast rugged, • mountains, the building angles and geometry mimic the imagery of distant landscapes

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The built and unbuilt to complement each other in terms of proportion. The indoor and outdoor spaces blend with each other. The form of buildings is simple and doesn’t overpower nature. Planning to be done according to he site context.


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LANDSCAPE An avenue of trees led to the main • building of IUCAA. Landscape done at the • complemented the trees this visually appealing and attractive sight together created a welcoming and pleasant environment. One space led to another and every • space had indoor landscape enclosed or outdoor landscape. The courtyard landscape included • the softscape and the hardscape and sculptures. Softscape: lawn , flowering shrubs • Hardscape : the granite steps • The hardscape is well balanced with • the softscape using a contrast colour scheme, this creates a soothing effect. The cover of the creepers on one of • the walls enhanced the view of the courtyard and made the building merge with the landscape A symmetrical pattern was created • using flowering shrubs in the center which was the focal point. The geometric forms of landscape • highlighted the inorganic forms creating emphasis.

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN LANDSCAPE The Champalimaud Centers Interior • garden is the most breathtaking taking point of the main building. This garden is a space for public • enjoyment which allows all those that who wish to enjoy the lush green and piece of this unrivalled space. Visitors to the Champalimaud • Foundation are met by the Anna Sommer Garden. In tribute to the mother of the • founder, this vast, green space was created without boundaries or fences to be used by all. The shadows of the trees give • shelter, stone path show the way, and the green marks the return of this area to the public.

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

LANDSCAPE Usage of native flora. • They have retained the existing trees • on the site and few more bamboo trees were planted Bamboo trees are planted because • they need less water . Large water body in the central court • helps in improving the air quality and for evaporative cooling.

LANDSCAPE Courtyards in all blocks are • integrated with landscape features. All transition spaces are • interconnected to one another through walkways and gardens. The academic wing and residential • wing physically separated by a forest land which acts as the partition.

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Hardscape and softscape to merge with each other. Trees to be used as shading devices. Courtyard and verandah planning. Waterbodies used for evaporative cooling.


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ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES Shades of acrylic distemper, buff, • purple, pink and white used. Wide and large square and • rectangular openings of different sizes, use of voids of various shapes and sizes in coordination with the openings. The roof of the library and lecture • hall has been constructed using hollow concrete blocks

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES Use of open paved plaza having • granite cobbles slices through site. Limestone walls towards water edge. • Concrete monolith frames which • gave a view of pool of water and Atlantic beyond. Extensive use of glass walls in many • places, laminated glass foot-long bridge which was supported by tension cables. Also stone curved walls topped by • pergolas Elliptical windows with its view of • the river Tajo and Belem tower creates a welcoming effect. Square shaped windows are seen on • the front façade of the structure, which has a equal sized square windows and one with larger size breaking the monotony of the front façade.

ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES Aluminum louvers act as a protective • skin allowing daylight and cross ventilation. All work areas have operable • fenestration allowing cross ventilation when desired. The building employs a complex • building management system that monitors energy, lighting, temperatures, and occupancies of various areas and the efficient running of systems.

ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES It has a strong architectural language • of masonry and terracotta tile roofs. There are gargoyle to convey water • from roof and away from the side of the buildings, thereby preventing rainwater from running down the masonry walls and eroding the mortar between . Maximum use of natural lights • through skylights is mostly seen. Columns and walls are used as • counterpoints, while square windows break the solidity of heavy masonry. Derived from the vernacular, • waterspouts, ottas, ponds and steps, engage the eye and catalyze movement on visual planes.

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The architectural language is developed from the site context and its surroundings. Sustainable techniques and environmental friendly architecture. Elements which bond the entire campus together


IUCAA, PUNE

CHAMPALIMAUD RESEARCH FOUNDATION, LISBON, SPAIN

SUZLON-ONE EARTH, PUNE

MAHINDRA UWC, MULSHI

INFERENCES

CONNECTIVITY The indoor space was blended with • the outdoor spaces. On all four sides of the courtyard • was a pathway that enabled circulation around the entire courtyard. The paving blocks separated the • vegetation area from the lawn for pedestrian movement

CONNECTIVITY Connecting outdoor spaces to indoor • open space. Linkages were well thought of which • surrounded the structure and eventually connected to open spaces. Linear corridors and simple • circulation pattern throughout the structure.

CONNECTIVITY All circulation spaces are well • connected to the outdoors. Service cores are provided at • appropriate locations for vertical circulation. Well organized spaces, public and • private spaces are mainly subdivided floor wise.

CONNECTIVITY Low covered walkways in teaching • areas provide spaces for informal gathering Covered porches acts as pavilion for • discussions, project meetings and contemplation The academic wing can be accessed • from two roads, by the main road at the entrance or by the pedestrian walkway linking the academic wing to the residential wing. All circulation spaces are well • connected to the outdoors.

SERVICES WATER SUPPLY : The entire IUCAA • campus is provided water by the underground water tanks installed near the recreational centre in the residential block. They use a hydrometric system, which is a pressurized water supply system throughout the campus. There are no overhead water tanks provided in the campus.. ELECTRICITY : The electricity would • be distributed to the different areas in the campus from the meter room placed near the academic block. GARBAGE SEGREGATION : All the • garbage is collected from the campus and then taken to the IUCAA Organic Waste Segregation Centre which is located behind the auditorium, over here the garbage is segregated in dry waste and wet waste. The wet waste is processed to make manure which is then used in the nursery beside. FIRE : At the time the building was • designed and constructed, there were no fire extinguishing facilities provided as the building has a lot of openings and it’s easy to escape in case of a fire.

SERVICES FIRE : Every structure in the complex • connects to outdoor open space. Hence no special fire fighting system is needed. Also max height of built up structure is 7m.

SERVICES  PARKING : Staff parking is Provided in basement. 450 Cars, 900 Bike. Visitors parking is provided near the entrance.  ELECTRICITY : Floor trunk system is used. 7% of electricity is generated within the campus through solar panels and wind mills.  DRAINAGE SYSTEM : Majority of waste is been treated within the campus and further used as a manure.  VENTILATORS : Fans are installed in basement parking to remove excess of CO2. These fans work on sensors which gets activated when amount of CO2 increase.  RAIN WATER HARVESTING : Capacity of rain water harvesting in the entire campus is 10 lakh litres. Harvested water is used for utility purposes.  ORGANIC WASTE CONTROL : Waste generated is recycled and used as manure. Plastic wastes are then distributed to other management areas.

SERVICES It is a rugged landscape historically • known for its mountain top forts and water lift system from the river; a water purification plant; a rural electrification grid , backed by transformers and generators , internal distribution cables; a sewage treatment plant; and an independent satellite link for communications. There are gargoyle to convey water • from roof and away from the side of the buildings, thereby preventing rainwater from running down the masonry walls and eroding the mortar between . Drainage system run along the slope • of the contour. Plumbing runs through the ducts, • and there is good concealed wiring.

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Simple circulation layouts for ease in connectivity and commute. Seamless blending of indoor and outdoor spaces.

A well integrated system of services to be in place making the campus self sustaining as far as possible.


LABORATORY

GREENHOUSES The ventilation of greenhouses should be calculated such that, when fully ventilated, the inside temperature can be held close to that outside. For this it is necessary about 20 % of the roof area consists of a ventilation strip or windows that can be individually. An adequate supply of fresh air must also be ensured. While there is a insufficient natural shading from outside it may be necessary to install sun blinds in order to maintain temperature conditions during bright sunshine. Blinds can be installed on the inside or outside of the greenhouse. Although those inside are more economical, exterior blinds are more effective, particularly when there is a sufficient gap between the blinds and the glass.

STANDARD GREENHOUSE

SOLAR GREENHOUSE

GREENHOUSE DIMENSIONS AND ROOF SLOPES

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Commercial Hydroponic and Aquaponic Research

These facilities form the central administrative and control functions of the Campus. They shall form interface of activities between the public, academic, research and administrative domain. Total No. Staff Each area nos. (sq.m.) area

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Laboratories

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AV Room

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Research Cubicles for 4 persons

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Records

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(sq.m.) Aquaponics and Integrated Farming Systems 1.

Reception and Waiting

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Information Centre

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Administration Office

80

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80

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Chief Administration Officer

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Director's Office

30

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Accounts

50

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Meeting Rooms

30

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60

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Server and Systems Manager

60

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Store and Records

30

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30

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10. First Aid Room

20

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20

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30

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20

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Laboratories

80

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80

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AV Room

40

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40

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Research Cubicles for 4 persons

60

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60

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Records

30

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Water Recharge and Conservation 1.

Laboratories

80

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AV Room

40

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40

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Research Cubicles for 4 persons

60

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60

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Records

30

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Adequate Toilets, Janitor, Services distribution node suitably distributed

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TRAINING

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Hydroponic systems have been utilized as one of the standard methods for plant biology research and are also used in commercial production for several crops, including lettuce and tomato. Within the plant research community, numerous hydroponic systems have been designed to study plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses The use of a hydroponic growth system is most advantageous in situations where the nutrient media need to be well controlled and when intact roots need to be harvested for downstream applications. Key topics for aquaponics include : ideal conditions for common plants grown in aquaponics; chemical and biological controls of common pests and diseases including a compatible planting guide; common fish diseases and related symptoms, causes and remedies; etc.

Hydroponic Training Content 1. Introduction to hydroponics 2. Types of hydroponics 3. Technical aspects of hydroponics 4. Market trend and commercial aspects 5. Business opportunities in hydroponics 6. ROI of commercial hydroponic 7. Greenhouse management 8. Farm tour 9. (Similar for Aquaponics)

Plant Biology Research

Commercial Farm Professional Consulting 10. Design 11. Plant Nutrition 12. Irrigation 13. Pest and disease management 14. System management 15. Marketing plan

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Laboratories

80

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AV Room

40

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40

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Research Cubicles for 4 persons

60

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Records

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Course 1: Hydroponics

PUBLIC INTERFACE FORUM

1720

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Class Rooms

60

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240

80

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Orientation Centre

30

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30

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Practical Laboratory

120

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120

4

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AV Room

60

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60

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Faculty Room for 6 persons

80

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80

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Auditorium

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Hydroponics and Aquaponics Farm

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Live Demonstration Room

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Course 2: Aquaponics 1.

Class Rooms

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240

80

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Market/Stores

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160

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Practical Laboratory

120

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120

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Curator’s office

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Faculty Room for 6 persons

80

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80

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Nutrition Consultant

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Professional Consulting Room

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Science and Experimentation Room

150

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Other Courses 1.

Class Rooms

60

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240

80

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Café

100

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100

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Practical Laboratory

120

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120

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Theme Restaurant

250

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250

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Faculty Room for 6 persons

80

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80

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Adequate Toilets, Janitor, Services distribution node suitably distributed

Adequate Toilets, Janitor, Services distribution node suitably distributed

COMMON ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH FACILITIES

1370

RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES

1780

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Academic Head

40

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40

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Gents' Hostel - Single

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480

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Research Head

40

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40

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Ladies' Hostel - Single

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40

480

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Seminar Rooms

60

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120

2

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Recreation Hall

80

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80

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Training Rooms

60

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120

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Dining Hall (50 Covers) with kitchen

120

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120

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Workshops

80

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160

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Guest Suites

50

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400

10

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Faculty Room

80

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80

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Care taker residences

60

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120

10

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Laboratory

120

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120

2

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Director’s residence

100

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100

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Meeting cubicles

30

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90

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Library

500

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500

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100

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100

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10. Canteen with kitchen Adequate Toilets, Janitor, Services distribution node suitably distributed

TOTAL SPACE PROGRAM – CARPET AREA Add 40% towards Circulation, Lobby, Public Toilets, Public Waiting spaces, Service areas, wall area etc.

7760 3104

TOTAL SPACE PROGRAM – BUILTUP AREA

10864

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Arrival Courts, Promenades, Outdoor Exhibition and displays, Amphitheatres, Outdoor Games, Various landscape elements could be added to make the space active and lively.

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VIEW OF COURTYARD

VIEW OF AUDITORIUM EXIT AND SPILL OVER

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VIEW OF COURTYARD

VIEW OF CENTRAL AREA WITH CORRIDORS

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EAST ELEVATION BRICK ITERATIONS ON WINDOW FACADES AND INTERIOR WALLS FOR VENTILATION

VIEW OF COURTYARD AND PASSAGES

RESEARCH BLOCK

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VIEW OF THE HOSTEL COURTYARD

VIEW OF THE GUEST HOUSES

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ROAD EDGE AND PARKING

CLASSROOM

LIBRARY

BICYCLE PARKING

LABORATORY

AMPHITHEATRE

TESTING FARMS

MARKET AREA DIRECTOR’S BUNGALOW

VIEWS AND VISTAS

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VIEWS AND VISTAS

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DETAIL STEPS

DETAIL HANDRAIL

DETAIL OF LOUVERS

TYPICAL WINDOW DETAIL

DETAIL OF SKYLIGHT

ELEVATION OF RAILING

DETAIL OF RAILING

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