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SANDEEP SANKER S

2023

Hi, I’m Sandeep Sanker S

I am an Architecture graduate who is passionate and highly motivated with a strong foundation in architectural principles and design concepts. Eager to contribute my creative and technical skills to a dynamic architectural ﬁrm that values innovative thinking and sustainable design solutions. Seeking a challenging entry-level position to further develop my expertise and contribute to meaningful projects in the ﬁeld of architecture.

PERSONAL DETAILS

sankerssandeep@gmail.com

+91-7907607168

@ s_sanker_s

Manjusha (KRA-17), Market Road, Attingal - 695101, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

English

Malayalam

Tamil

COMPETITION

Pandemic Dwelling, Archdais, 2020

Breathing Spaces in Urban Neighborhoods, ISOLA Kerala, 2021

EDUCATION

Lourdes Mount Higher Secondry School

Trivandrum, Kerala

2006 - 2018

Marian College of Architecture and Planning

Bachelor of Architecture

CUSAT University

Trivandrum, Kerala

2018 - 2023

WORK EXPERIENCE

Intern Architect at Urvi Sustainable Spaces 2022 - 23

• Conceptual design and technical drawings of Auditorium, Academic block in Knowledge world, educational institution, Malappuram, Kerala

• Assisted in facade design for Knowledge world educational institution, malappuram, Kerala

• Conducted case studies based on material selection and climatic condition for designing farm house in UAE

• Prepared technical drawing interior design and render for Nabeel Residence, Kannur, Kerala

• Prepared Completion drawing for project Selvanend’s Residence, Trivandrum, Kerala

• Assistant and volunteer in workshops conducted by Urvi Foundation (NGO) based on Natural Building Materials.

Volunteer

Zonal NASA Convention : Moledro, 2019

Volunteer

Claygrid 2019, MCAP, Trivandrum

Overall Co-ordinator/ Designer History Inked Website, 2020

Illustrator/ Designer PRADYOT (Book Publication), 2021

Volunteer Wall painting, IIA Trivandrum, 2022

Graphic Designer Freelance

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Revit

Microsoft Ofﬁce

Global Mapper

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Team co-ordination

• Analytical Thinking

• Creativity and Innovation

• Data Analysis

• Problem solving

• Planning and Organization

Autocad Sketchup Lumion Rhino Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Wondershare Filmora

INCLUSIVE SPORTS HUB, KOCHI 01

REVITALIZING DEFUNCT AMBEDKAR STADIUM: A PLACEMAKING APPROACH TO AN INCLUSIVE SPORTS

THESIS I ACADEMIC SEMESTER 10 I PROJECT TYPE - LIVE I 2023

Vision is to Revitalize defunct Ambedkar stadium to a socially inclusive sports facility : fostering relationships throungh cross - social interactions.

The architectural thesis explores the redevelopment of the historic Ambedkar Stadium, located in [Kochi], into a vibrant and inclusive Community Sports Centre. The aim of this project is to transform the stadium into a multifunctional facility that not only accommodates various sports activities but also serves as a hub for community engagement and social interaction.

Through this redevelopment project, the thesis aims to revitalize Ambedkar Stadium into a dynamic Community Sports Centre that not only caters to the sporting needs of the city but also serves as a catalyst for social integration, community engagement, and healthy living. The proposed design embodies principles of inclusivity, sustainability, and user-centricity, with the ultimate goal of creating a vibrant and accessible public space for all members of the community.

IMAGE : Showing front elevation of the project which blended with the green corridor LOCATION : Ernakulam South, Kochi, Kerala

First ﬂoor plan Ground ﬂoor plan

Second ﬂoor plan

Third ﬂoor plan

CHILDRENS PARK GREEN CORRIDOR TURF

BLOCK

POND

GROUND

RESIDENTIAL

RETENTION

OUTDOOR

SPORTS ACADEMY SPORTS STREET

AKKULAM - BIODIVERSITY PARK

FOSTERING SYMBIOSIS : REIMAGINATION OF ECOLOGICAL INTERFACES

URBAN DESIGN I ACADEMIC SEMESTER 8 I PROJECT TYPE - HYPOTHETICAL I 2022

Vision is to regenerate Akkulam as part of an Eco Urbanism programme that create a symbiotic relationship between the citizens and nature.

Akkulam is a breathing blue-green corridor of Trivandrum city. It is diverse in terms of ﬂora and fauna with a wide range of ﬁshes in the lake.The rapid growth of Akkulam due the establishment of bypass, technopark, Lulu shopping mall etc affected the natural ecosystem of Akkulam.

The Akkulam-Veli lake and Paravathi Puthanar joining these are one of the primary ecological feature of this area. The estuary which joins the Veli beach is also one of the unique feature of this area The site area in Akkulam lies in the lowlands of Trivandrum city

Akkulam is rich in backwaters from akkulam lake to parvathy puthanar and hence has a surplus amount of water edges that deﬁnes the edge of the city. At the moment these water edges are uti�lised as a leisure spot which is defunct now called as the Akkulam-Veli walkway.

As Akkulam has a lot of infrastructre due to its accessibility and as a result many people started to settle here. this made many basic services and insfrastructre to rise in akkulam.

LOCATION : Aakkulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

IMAGE : Showing areal view of aakkulam and major landmarks in aakkulam

02

Master plan for entire aakkulam lake edge Activity study

Master plan for Biodiversity park

ENTRY 4 NATURE TRAIL RETENTION POND TREE WALK BIOSWALE PARK ENTRY 3

SKATING GROUND RETENTION POND RETENTION POND FAIR GROND WETLAND PARK FOOD STREET ENTRY 2 ENTRY 1

ART AND CRAFT VILLAGE, VARKALA 03

EMPOWERING ART VILLAGES: FOSTERING SOCIAL COHESION, INCLUSION, AND ECONOMIC UPWARD MOBILITY

CAMPUS DESIGN I ACADEMIC SEMESTER 7 I PROJECT TYPE - LIVE I 2021

Vision for the project is to foster social cohesion for a healthy interaction between artisans and tourists to promote inclusion to create an upward mobility in culturally and economically.

This design explores the visionary concept of designing art and craft villages to foster social cohesion, encourage healthy interactions between artisans and tourists, and promote inclusion as a catalyst for upward mobility both culturally and economically. It delves into the strategies and principles behind creating these dynamic cultural hubs, emphasizing their potential to enrich communities, empower artisans, and contribute to a more inclusive and prosperous society.

LOCATION : Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

IMAGE : Showing Entrance view of craft shops.

Making the accessiblity more welcoming

Arranging major functional spaces along the main pedestrian

placing cultural relevent sculpture at entrance

Crea�ng inclusive space for interac�on

Utilizing the semicircular arrangemen and the center space as interactive zones

Creating seating space along craft areas for interaction

Crea�ng porosity between ar�sans and cra�men

Arranging building blocks in such a way that tourists can have a view around workspace in craft area

Hinghest contour area is designed as a tourist vision zone

SITE DETAILS

SITE AREA: 36 acers

FAR: 0.1

MAX FAR : 1.5

COVERAGE : 0.9%

MAX COVERAGE : 40%

LOCALITY: Ayiroor

DISTRICT: Trivandrum

CRZ: Coastal regulation zone -3

ALTITUDE: 50 metre above sea level

Craft area detailed plan

Craft area Entrance hall Craft area areal view Pedestrian way

APARTMENT, KESWADASAPURAM 04

HARMONIOUS LIVING: A SUSTAINABLE AND SOCIALLY-ENGAGED APARTMENT DESIGN

Vision for the project is to create a dynamic and environmentally responsible living space that not only prioritizes sustainability but also fosters meaningful social interactions.

project seeks to redeﬁne contemporary urban living by merging sustainability and social interaction into a cohesive vision. Our objective is to craft an eco-friendly living environment that harmonizes with nature and cultivates community bonds. The design integrates cutting-edge sustainable technologies and architectural features, serving as a blueprint for eco-conscious urban dwellings. With a strong emphasis on fostering social connections, this project envisions a vibrant, green oasis where residents can thrive together while minimizing their ecological footprint.

I PROJECT TYPE - LIVE I 2021

RESIDENTIAL PROJECT I ACADEMIC SEMESTER 6

IMAGE : Showing front view of the design LOCATION : Keswadasapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Form development

THE BUILDING IS DIVIDED IN TO TWO TO REDUCE THE MASSING IN SITE. BY SPLITING THE BUILDING AVOIDS THE BLOCKAGE OF WIND THE HOLLOW PORTION IN EVERY FLOOR IS USED AS A COMMUNITY SPACE EVERY SPACE ABOVE PROJEVTED SPACE WILL BE A TERRACE GARDEN SPAC E WHICH ACT AS A COMMUNITY SPACE IN EACH FLOOR BY REDUCING THE FOUR CORNERS PROVIDE VENTILATION TO ALL UNITS EQUALLY PROVIDE A RECREATIONAL SPACE BEACAUSE COMPARING TO INDIVIDUAL HOUSE WITH APARTMENTS THE MAIN POINT IS THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSES HAVE A GROUND AREA THAT THEY CAN UTILIZE FOR GARDENING ETC. THEY CAN UTILIZE THIS SPACES FOR THEIR REFRESHMENT DURING PANDEMIC TIMES WHICH IS NOT POSSIBLE FOR USERS USING APARTMENT

3bhk detail drawing Ground ﬂoor plan Typical ﬂoor plan FURNITURE LAYOUT STRUCTURAL LAYOUT INVERTED CEILING LAYOUT FLOORING LAYOUT ELECTRICAL LAYOUT KITCHEN ELEVATION TOILET ELEVATION

3rd and 6th ﬂoor plan

First ﬂoor plan

Ground ﬂoor plan

Axonometric view

2nd and 4th ﬂoor plan

7th ﬂoor plan

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AUDITORIUM - KNOWLEDGE WORLD

URVI SUSTAINABLE SPACES

INTERNSHIP I ACADEMIC SEMESTER 9 I PROJECT TYPE - LIVE I 2023

Auditorium consist of lobby, guest launge, green room, conference hall, ballcony cafeteria and rest room, audiance capacity of 1200 people and Conference hall for 142 people. There are mainly three entrance to the building main entry for guests and the other two at sides of the building for students entry. Expect conference hall all other spaces are designed to bring and utilize natural ventilation.

LOCATION : Malappuram, Kerala

IMAGE : Showing front view of the design