Tarang

FATEHPUR SIKRI, AGRA, INDIA

The Fatehpur Sikri Visitor Interpretation Center is a proposed architectural project that aims to provide visitors with a comprehensive and engaging experience of this historic city. The center will be located near the entrance to the Fatehpur Sikri UNESCO World Heritage Site, and will serve as a gateway for visitors to learn about the city's rich history, culture, and architecture.

Tarang, which means waves, was an outcome of our studies, resulting in a design which flows on the contours of the city responding to its architectural elements.

The ruins of Fatehpur Sikri are one of the most significant examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. Its ruins are a testament to its grandeur and architectural significance.

The ruins of Fatehpur Sikri are notable for their eclectic mix of architectural styles, which draw on influences from India, Persia, and Central Asia.

The city's buildings are made of red sandstone with intricate carvings and geometric patterns.

Climate

Context

Diwane-e-Am

01 Forming Islamic patterns based on Girhi Tiles.

02 Extruding a solid mass.

03 Modifying mass according to the topography and circulation.

04 Folded plate roof is added to emphasis on Natural light and Ventilation.

05 Final Form with a combination of different types of walls to create an experiential space

Purpose of the center was to use the existing topography to our advantage and modulate our functions along the contours. Using cues from the city's architectural style of having modular spaces catering to both public and private audiences, we integrated different types of fenestration walls with modulating folding plate roofs to create intermingling between open and semi-open space. We implemented sustainable materials to minimize the impact of the building on the environment.