SHARMIN YEZDI B H A G WA G A R SELECTED WORKS 2009 2016
I N D E X DESIGN
CINEMA BEYOND B ORDERS
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S U B U R B A N A R T R E V I VA L
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THE MOUNT
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ARCHITECTURE + N O S TA L G IA I
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PORTFOLIO / SELECTED WORKS
O R G A N I C O F F I C E S PA C E S
R E ST RU C T U R I NG U R BA N L I F E
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T H E U N D E R B E L LY
A LINE, A D OT & A CURVE
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P H O T O G R AV E R T E R R A C E S
A S H F O R D PA L A Z Z O
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ARCHITECTURE + N O S TA L G IA I I
ARCHITECTURE + LIGHT
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01 CINEMA BEYOND B ORDERS Centre for Film Festivals at Goregaon Film City
“The Festival is an apolitical no-man’s land, a microcosm showing what the world could be if people would communicate directly with one another and speak the same language.” - Jean Cocteau The cathartic property of celluloid, which allows spectators to explore the uncharted territories of human imagination, occasionally untrammeled by convention and custom, as well as address realistic issues that society tackles or has done so in the past, is what makes The Holy Cinema so prestigious. From revolutions to reconciliations, cinema is indubitably interwoven in the history and future of the human civilization. Cinema, in India, is undoubtedly a valued form of education and entertainment. India is the world’s largest producer of films. In 2009, India produced a total of 2961 films on celluloid, that include 1288 feature films. Keeping in mind the fanaticism that Indians have for movies, it is important to preserve as well as promote this art form.
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Large Auditorium
A large auditorium to accommodate around 2500 people, the largest Mumbai has ever had, to host the opening and closing ceremonies.
Press Rooms A series of press rooms partitioned by movable walls to ensure maximum flexibility. Cine-plex A multiplex to make the center for film festivals economically feasible. Video-theque Video-theque for research purposes and entertainment, the collection of films in the film archive can be accessed here. Film Archives Restoration labs and Film Archives with attached offices dedicated to restoring and reviving films. Amphitheater The cine-plex exits open out into an amphitheater to allow visitors to pause for reflection after the movie.
Art Gallery
Drive In Cinema
All circulation spaces have been utilized as display areas making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
A Drive in cinema doubles up as parking space to revive the long forgotten Drive in cinema culture.
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.............. the spatial narrative Exploring the notion that all spaces have their own story to tell , the movie begins with a large curved wall , an element of curiosity, and leads to a maze like central spine with all activity centers running parallel.
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Area of Govt. Proposal :338 acres
The Maharashtra Secretary of State Cultural Affairs has proposed the development of film city but in a nascent stage, the proposal suffers from several limitations and needs to be radically consolidated.
Area of Proposal :8 acres
The Site Topography
The development scheme does not take into consideration the existence of Sanjay Gandhi National Park abutting it and the harm the proposal may cause to the flora and fauna of the park.
The Water-bodies
The Existing Studios
The site chosen is approximately 8 acres of land which is currently underutilized and therefore does not interfere with the activities which take place inside Film City. 6
The Road Penetration
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Video-theque
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Offices
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Conference Rooms
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Wi-fi Cafeteria
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Kitchen
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Indoor Exhibition
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Open Air Cinema
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SECTION AA A sequential of construction of images, which is metaphorically associated with how cinema moves with time.
SECTION BB The transition from day-light to dark corridors, and eventually to playfully lit passages was done intentionally to create a myriad of experiences through the entire complex.
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TOP CHORD 375 X 600 BOX SECTION FROSTED DOUBLE GLAZING UNIT WITH LED STRIPS IN BETWEEN LIGHT WEIGHT CONCRETE PANELS VERTICAL LINKS
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BOTTOM CHORD 375 X 600 BOX SECTION
The bridge connecting the Centre For Film Festivals to the proposed Bollywood Museum is envisaged as a catalyst for the Bollywood Museum. The bridge houses clippings and posters from the film industry’s bench mark films encouraging visitors to learn more about the rich history of Indian Film Culture.
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Entrance Landscape
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Workshops and Green Rooms
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Service Backyard
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Food Court
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Outdoor Food Court
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Amphitheater
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Entrance Foyer / Exhibition Space
10. Bridge over Natural Stream 11. Auditoriums 12. Offices 13. Press Rooms 6 8 7 10
14. Multi-purpose Halls
SECTION THROUGH THE AUDITORIUM The performance hall having a capacity of 1500 people would act as the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the various film festivals. It also doubles as an auditorium all year round since Film City lacks these facilities and it could prove beneficial to the film makers who frequent this area.
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PART SECTION CC
The exits of all the cinema halls are directed towards a large amphitheater overlooking the stream to allow visitors to pause for reflection after a movie.
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SECTION CC The press rooms and conference halls are partitioned by movable partitions allowing maximum flexibility in terms of space utilization.
Outdoor displays scattered through out the landscape to create pauses that makes the walk an experience tailored to fit a film festival experience. Internally too the corridors and links host exhibition spaces turning the building into a seamless museum dedicated to cinema. To complete the cinematic experience of a festival center, a variety of screening spaces have been provided. Drive-in, open air , cafeteria screening, large performance halls, as well as traditional cinema halls are all the various screening spaces that were envisaged. The walk between the center for film festival and the auditorium complex guides the guests under the open skies through spaces that are a marriage of the natural elements at varying levels. The spaces encourage pedestrian-ism which allows a visitor to drink in the subtle intermixing of architectural frames on a scenic landscape.
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02 O R G A N I C O F F I C E S PA C E S Redefining the architectonics of Bandra Kurla Complex
Bandra Kurla Complex is a planned commercial complex in the suburbs of Mumbai. The complex is the first of a series of “growth centers” created to “arrest further concentration” of offices and commercial activities in South Mumbai. It was expected to de-congest southern Mumbai and seed new areas of planned commercial real estate in the metropolitan region. Due to the increase in demand for office spaces, the area rapidly developed within a period of five years, leading to an architecture which is considered unresponsive to its context. Multi-storeyed glass towers have become an image associated with Bandra Kurla Complex. The idea was to break from the typical notion of a “BKC glass building” and to use the nature which surrounds it as inspiration and a driving force for organic work spaces. Our site opens up to a Stream and large green scape which is intended to seamlessly merge with the Office Complex.
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Sky Gardens Sky Gardens have been envisaged so that the office spaces become homogeneous with the landscape. Those working in the office have the chance to step out for a break and enjoy the River View.
Porosity of Boundaries The Built Form on the Stilt Level is kept minimal to blur the distinction between Public and Private and to allow for the free movement of individuals through out the space.
Concept Sketch indicating a dramatic variation in the architectural language.
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Workspace Courtyards
Circulation Core
Executive Office Reading Room Lobby Informal Conference Spill Out spaces Conference
Landscaped Garden
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The efficiency of hexagonal spaces was exploited to create a honeycomb structure. The honey comb allows for flexibility in spatial organization. The interlocking modules are interrupted by large Sky Gardens to allow the users to feel at one with the existing natural environment.
PLAN - LEVEL 3
Two main modules have been utilized, 1 ) Vertical Circulation 2) Connecting Modules Vertical Circulation : The Vertical Circulation Modules contain the Lift Core, the Pantry and other basic Facilities. Connecting Modules : The Connecting Modules contain Freely planned Work Stations and Seating areas.
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Composite Marble Flooring ( 12mm thk) Screed (50mm thk) Concrete Slab (100mm thk) Steel Decking Sheet Steel Truss Gypsum Board Burma Teak Wood 3” x 2” Box Sections
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Lift Lobby Executive Office Work Stations Work Stations Toilets Conference Room Pantry
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Steel Hinges Burma Teak Wood 3” x 2” Box Sections Burma Teak Sections Screwed onto Horizontal Wood Section
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10mm thk Toughened Glass Sliding Windows ( 12mm thk)
Terrace Level + 91’-0”
Detail of Module
4th Level +78’ - 0”
DETAIL SECTION Through External Facade - Openable Wooden Shutters
3rd Level + 65’ - 0”
2nd Level + 52’ - 0”
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Cabins for Fire Executive Officers
6mm perforated Corten Steel Sheets
8mm Gypsum Board False Ceiling
8mm Glass Windows
8mm Glass Partitions
10mm Steel Decking Flooring
Vertical I Sections 6” x 3”
Parking for Fire Engines
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03 RE-STRUCTURING URBAN LIFE R e d e f i n i n g M i x e d - U s e F i r e O f f i c e r ’s C o m p l e x a t B y c u l l a
Located along the South East Coast of Mumbai , Byculla is today a heavily congested district. The project attempts to revitalize an existing Fire Officers’ Complex. The proposal addresses issues such as a lack of community spaces, and inadequate housing for the community. It attempts to generate a variety of residential units within the given parameters. Consciously pushing the built form away from the congested road allows for comfortable pedestrian friendly pathways. The project brief assigned to us was to redesign the existing Fire Officers’ Complex, with a focus on vehicular circulation and re-organization and alignment of working + living spaces Simultaneously the project makes a conscious effort to ensure functional internal planning.
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Residential Building 4th - 11th Levels
Residential Buildings 3rd Level
SETBACK Parking + Recreation Levels
to allow for comfortable green pedestrian ways
ELEVATE to clear the stilt level for fire truck circulation
Meeting Rooms + Conference Halls
Executive Offices 1st Floor
Ramp Leading to Podium Levels
DEFLECT to create a green pocket for light and ventilation
GREEN FILTER a large mass carved out to incorporate a sky garden
Fire Station Workshops on Stilt Level
BRIDGE to connect all the common spaces 22
SPATIAL INTER-RELATIONS Residential Spaces
Recreational Spaces
Work Spaces
Circulation Spaces
UNIT TYPE I : 3 BHK residential apartments
UNIT TYPE II : 2 BHK residential apartments
UNIT TYPE IV : 3 BHK residential apartments
THE RESIDENTIAL BLOCK
UNIT TYPE III : 1 BHK residential apartments
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04 S U B U R B A N A R T R E V I VA L Exhibition Space for the Local Artisians of Virar
The goal of the project was to design a program for the local artisans of Vasai-Virar , a historical suburban town located 40km North of Mumbai city. Originally, a very important trading center, Vasai-Virar had a predominantly agrarian society. Vasai Virar has been changing rapidly due to a large influx of people in the early 80s leading to affordable housing complexes, schools and hospitals. Traditional handicrafts from agricultural waste is a dwindling practice among the local farmers of Virar today. Rice, betel, sugar cane are few among the crops grown here. The goal of the program was to encourage indigenous art forms practiced by farmers’ wives and to generate additional income for the locals by allowing foreign artists to visit and stay in the Artist’s Village.
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Envelope
Screens
The studio and exhibition spaces envelope the existing pond.
Screens randomly project out of the building and create a backdrop for outdoor display.
Materiality
Incisions
Using Bamboo skins as Filters for light and wind as a conscious effort to remind users of the traditional building materials of this region.
Using the same bamboo skins to generate slices of landscape.
Landscape
Artists’ Abode
Heavy forestation enveloping the structure to isolate it from the urban intervention in the neighborhoods.
Humble in size and statement these simple two storey structures protrude onto the Virar lake allowing the artists to enjoy their solitude.
INITIAL CONCEPTUAL AXONOMETRIC VIEW The Exhibition Spaces intentionally overlook the studio spaces to allow the visitors to imbibe the process of creation of these artworks.
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Bamboo Screens
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Outdoor Exhibition Space
Work Space for Local Artists.
KEY PLAN
Artificial Pond
Exhibition Space Overlooking Studios
Entry to Studios
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05 T H E U N D E R B E L LY Channels of Recreational Spaces in Sherly Village
Sherly Village, an Urban Village or locally referred to as a “Gaothan�, located in Bandra, a suburb of Mumbai has remained unaltered as the city rapidly rose above it. The project intention was to set out a search for stories. Stories that not only speak about the area, but about its future. This story has layers that seamlessly blend and weave together creating an architecture that intends to satisfy the needs and wants of a community which resides in this oasis, in the midst of a bustling financial capital. Sherly Village, has been targeted by real estate tycoons for years, however, it remains as one of the last few Gaothans in Mumbai. After interviewing almost all the community members it came to light that the reason for their resistance was their relentless spirit to maintain and enjoy their little village. No matter how many cars they could buy, they would rather walk through the village to reach their homes. However in this constant state of tension, due to the rapid development around them, they feel pressured and outnumbered. The idea was to create little caves for these residents, caves where they could experience peace and relaxation. The idea to go underground originated due to the sentimental value attached to the existing cottages.
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The interstitial spaces between cottages and homes are left as is; to avoid any change in existing circulation and fabric.
The libraries and study rooms are tucked below the ground. Skylights and slits are introduced to allow light to seep into these underground studies.
Sherly Village, has been targeted by real estate tycoons for years, however, it remains as one of the last few Gaothans in Mumbai. After interviewing almost all the community members it came to light that the reason for their resilience was their relentless spirit to maintain and enjoy their little village. No matter how many cars they could buy, they would rather walk through the village to reach their homes. However in this constant state of tension, due to the rapid development around them, they feel pressured and outnumbered. The idea was to create little caves for these residents, caves where they could experience peace and relaxation. The idea to go underground originated due to the sentimental value attached to the existing cottages. 33
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A LINE, A D OT AND A CURVE The Evolution of a Composition to an Exhibition Space
This project saw the evolution of two dimensional compositions to an exhibition space. The two dimensional composition was made after carefully studying the relationships between lines, dots and curves. 1.
The composition was extruded after several study models were made. The composition shows a central hierarchy radiating towards the periphery.
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Various levels were added in order to maintain rhythm with the radial composition. The central levels were kept higher than the outer levels.
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Slits and apertures were introduced in this composition in order to play with light and spatial connectivity.
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The fourth stage dealt with making small scale changes and refining the composition further. These included refining heights, widths and apertures of the walls.
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The Levels were further investigated in order to achieve the right combination of light and dark spaces.
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The last step in the process was to introduce human scale into the composition. The various spaces in the composition were envisioned as exhibition spaces.
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Conceptual Sectional Perspective and View to understand the Spatial Qualities of the Sky Garden and the Double Height Living Room Work in Progress 36
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Common Staircase Internal Staircase Kitchen Living Room Dining Guest Bedroom Study Balconies Utility
UNIT 1 The Client’s sister wanted a large Sky Garden as a Living Space since Gardening is her Passion. The Lower Level consists of a Dining Room and a Study / Guest Bedroom while the Upper Level is used for the Bedrooms.
07 THE MOUNT BUNGALOW Bungalow on Little Gibbs Road, Malabar Hill, South Mumbai
UNIT 2 The Client’s Unit comprises of two Bedrooms, a Guest Bedroom and a Large Living Room to entertain his guests.
Nestled in the heart of South Bombay, the plot is situated on Little Gibbs Road, surrounded by the only surviving forest of South Bombay. The bungalow is meant to house two related families. The clients expressed a desire to design two separate but interconnected units for each of the families. Since the site is on a Hilly Region a double height living room overlooking the hills and the forest is envisaged. A large sky garden has been provided over looking the hills to filter the harsh South Light and to enjoy proximity to nature.
STILT Due to site restrictions the Parking has been provided in the basement. The basement has been partitioned into two zones - Parking and Recreation.
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The Stilt Level consists of a Party Hall which opens out into a Large Garden which blends with the surrounding landscape 37
** Designed by Talati & Panthaky Associated ; Renders + Drawings by Sharmin Bhagwagar
Schematic Triplex Lower Level Layout
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Schematic Triplex Middle Level Layout
Schematic Triplex Upper Level Layout
Schematic Single Level Layout
The basement was designed to take advantage of the level difference of 9 feet between the two abutting roads. The second basement structure and services were worked out considering maximum flexibility in terms of future expansion and taking care of the proposed underground rail which passes through this area.
08 P H O T O G R AV E R T E R R A C E S Annie Besant Road, Mumbai Architects Project Leader Team Members General Contractor Structural Engineer
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Talati & Panthaky Associated Designers Anahita Hilloowalla Aashmi Shah, Sharmin Bhagwagar Steiner Struct Bombay Consultants
Individual Contribution 1 ) Assisting Conceptual Design Work 2) Design Development Drawings 3) Co-ordinating with Contractors and Structural Engineers 4) Site Supervision 5) 3-D Views and Renders Located on Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli , this Residential Apartment Building consists of units of varied configurations including Single Levels, Duplex as well as Triplex Apartments. This has been done to optimize the economic potential of the plot. The building has been designed to comply with the ancient traditional Hindu system of architecture known as Vastu Shastra. The designs are intended to integrate architecture with nature, the relative functions of various parts of the structure, using symmetry and directional alignment.
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Water-Proof Base Coat Water-Proof Top Coat Protective Screed China Mosaic Geo Textile Fabric
Siporex Filling
Brick Bat Coba
Detail of Planters on the External Facade of the Building As Built Details
Detail Section Through Compound Wall
The building facade consists of four feet wide in built planters to add warmth and life to this linear residential tower. However , due to the rain intensity in Mumbai extra care had to be taken to prevent water from seeping into the interiors of the apartments. This was tackled by creating a water tight trough to contain the planter soil.
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09 A S H F O R D PA L A Z Z O B r e a c h C a n d y, M u m b a i Architects Project Leader Team Members General Contractor Structural Engineer
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Talati & Panthaky Associated Designers LLP Anahita Hilloowalla Aashmi Shah, Sharmin Bhagwagar B.E.Billimoria Sterling
Individual Contribution 1) Working Drawings : - 18th - 20th Level 2) Building Finishing Details - Development and Drawings 3) Co-ordinating with Contractors and Structural Engineers 4) Site Supervision
Professional Work | 2016 | Construction Completed Oct. 2016
** Designed by Talati & Panthaky Associated & Drawings by Sharmin Bhagwagar
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A R C H I T E C T U R E + N O S TA L G I A Adaptive Re-Use of Framjee Dinshaw Petit Parsi Sanitorium Quietly nestled in the bustling heart of Bombay lies a sprawling 4500 square meter complex, belonging to the British Colonial era of Mumbai. The Framjee Dinshaw Petit Parsi Sanitorium lay silently, barren and dormant, immune to the rapid growth and chaos around it. Like an oasis, unaffected by its surroundings, it remains to be one of the last few remnants of virgin heritage architecture in Cumballa Hill which we must struggle to preserve. As a quest to revive and rejuvenate this heritage complex, I decided to make an independent proposal to the Petit Charity Trust, the owners of this Petit Sanitorium. The proposal involved refurbishing the existing building in order to use it as an exhibition and design center. The extension wing would comprise of an Auditorium and a restaurant intended to compliment the Exhibition Centre.
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ENTRANCE FOYER
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CONFERENCE ROOMS
ELEVATION 1 - 1 The arches on the external facade to be closed with wooden framed open-able glass in order to protect the interiors from dust and glare
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SECTION 3 - 3 The courtyard could be further excavated to create a split level open air exhibition space. The rest of the basement could be utilized for other services.
Elevators installed for comfortable vertical circulations Waiting Rooms and Lounges
Exhibition Rooms Sculpture Gallery
Amphi-theatre carved out from the Courtyard
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Frosted Glass Skylight inserted between the Wooden Purlins.
Wooden rafters to be repaired or replaced depending on the condition.
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Door frames to be replaced with matte black finished anodized aluminum frames. A skylight was proposed in the North Wing in order to bring in light and to liven up the corridors. The corridors being wide enough to accommodate sculptures and other art work also double up as display areas. The Flooring was proposed to be wooden in keeping with the existing flooring on the upper levels.
JUXTAPOSING a perforated Stainless Steel Matte Panel railing over local Malad Stone finished arcade. 47
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architecture + nostalgia II
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Te s s e l l a t i o n
Silent Light
30 cms x 12 cms charcoal and pencil on paper
30 cms x 12 cms charcoal and pencil on paper
Fragmentation and choreography of light, using strategically placed apertures varying in size depth and along a surface.
Dispersion
32 cms x 8 cms charcoal and pencil on paper Splitting and refracting light using closely spaced diaphanous films and surfaces.
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Gentle and even diffusion of light through surfaces, masses and spaces illuminating and radiating.
architecture + light
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Architecture’ s affair with light, natural or artificial, has fascinated artists for centuries now. Omnipresent, humans tend to forget the value and beauty of light, and only art and architecture subtly remind us about this miracle. Architecture’s ability to invite and reject light based on spatial requirements, and light’s capricious nature is what makes their relationship one of wonder. Is it light which illuminates or is it architecture which gives light meaning and life ? What began as a humble attempt to capture the whimsical , albeit ubiquitous nature of light in these 30 cm long charcoal and pencil drawings ended up becoming a small passion which I intermittently rekindle from time to time.
Evanescence 30 cms x 9 cms charcoal and pencil on paper Unpredictable and ever changing orientation of light through a single aperture.
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