G ) OPENINGS

Large openings on the east, allowing natural sunlight to create a powerful setting. Some large open spaces are recessed with bamboo mats. The structure’s porous cell conceals a softer environment inside.

East facing windows are larger to get sea view, but radiations are less due to trees cover. Climatic design strategies like vents at ceiling level are applied. All the linkages between spaces are well lit and well shaded

Volume punctured with wedge like cut-outs to create light wells. To create a calm backdrop long slender skylight are made. Fins along the skylight cast different shadows along the wall throughout the day.

Theerthakundas receive natural light and ventilation from the large size vents at the top. Adiyogalayam a steel frame structure has openings from truss. Inside Dhyanalinga use of soft artificial lights.