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Sri Achyutha Cherukuri Architecture Portfolio

THRESHOLD, St. Louis

School: Washington University in St. Louis

The Art Community Center, located in the heart of the Soulard neighborhood, is designed to create a seamless and engaging transition between public and private buildings through the threshold. The street-level entrance is carved into the terrain and enclosed with a cave-like structure sealed with a light steel north-light roof truss. The center’s orientation addresses the southeast-facing void in the city, providing a strong visual connection between the building and the surrounding community.

Art Gallery | Atmospheric Model 02

Zoning and Street Level Diagrams 03

Site Plan 04 30’ 0’ 75’

15’ 0’ 40’ Ground Floor Plan and Section 05

Exterior Model 06

Section Perspective 08 4’ 0’ 10’

Galvalume Steel Roofing Panel

8” Loose Fill Insulation

2” Thickness Metal Truss

Clamps

18” I - Beam

8” x 12” Rammed Earth Block

4” Mineral Wool Insulation

2” Thickness Stone Lintel Block

1/2” Double Layered Glass Pane

2” Concrete Flooring

CMU Concrete Blocks

Water Prooing

Groove

1/2” Double Layered Glass Pane

2” Thickness Stone Sill Block

2” Concrete Flooring

Concrete Retaining Wall

4” Pipe Outlet

Section Elevation 10 3/4’ 0’ 2’ 32 ft 12 ft 0 ft

INTERNATION HOUSING, Puerto Rico and San Juan

The Halifax Housing Project prioritizes maximizing sunlight and minimizing heat loss while incorporating porch-like spaces, offering culturally relevant and comfortable housing. In contrast, the design approach in San Juan focuses on passive cooling strategies, such as shading and screening, reflecting the distinct climatic needs of the region.

Communal to Dwelling at San Juan | Threshold Model 12

Site Context 13

Massing Model 14

15 20’ 0’ 50’ Ground Floor Plan and Section

Context Image 16

17 2’ 0’ 5’ Module Floor Plan and Sections

Dwelling to City & Dwelling to Communal at Halifax | Threshold Model 18

34 ft 51 ft 59 ft 68 ft 17 ft 25 ft 42 ft 0 ft Facade Elevation 20 5’ 0’ 12’

Greenhouse, St. Louis, MO

School: Washington University

This project harmonizes wooden tectonic principles with the natural surroundings of a forest park in St. Louis. The plaza, encircling a central tree, aligns with existing structures, guiding towards the Greenhouse. Inspired by Frei Otto, the Greenhouse, resembling a tree on columns, minimizes summer sun with angled facades. Its translucent roof invites natural light, promoting neighborhood interaction.

View from Mezzanine Level 22

Hybrid Analysis 24 20’ 0’ 50’

25 20’ 0’ 60’ Site Plan

First Floor Plan 26 10’ 0’ 25’

27 2’ 0’ 5’ Section Perspective

Context Image 28

Structure Model Scale: 1”= 2’ 30

TUFENWIES SCHOOL COMPLEX, Switzerland

Nestled amidst the trees on the property’s western side, the new school building features a triple sports hall and 24 classrooms. Public facilities occupy the ground floor, while classrooms and amenities are on upper levels. The top floor houses the triple sports hall. Outdoor areas and playgrounds are integrated, each with independent access. The sports hall is available for community use outside school hours.

Structure Model 32

33 Axonometric View

Context Image 34

3h-Schatten

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35 Shadow Analysis 40’ 0’ 100’

Site Plan 36 40’ 0’ 100’

NATIONAL DESIGN MUSEUM, Korea

The museum pavilion, resembling a pavilion with its modest roof, links the central plaza to a secluded garden and the river’s ecology. Visitors traverse through a multi-layered space with open-air patios, while exhibition areas lie below. Inspired by Jongmyo Shrine, entry points regulate movement. The ground floor houses a shop and entrance hall, while upper levels host a library and offices with limited views. Wood, featuring crisscrossing louvres, provides shade and ventilation, harmonizing with the garden’s setting.