Srividya Muralidhar
UrbanDesign&ArchitecturalDesignPortfolio
SelectedProfessionalWorks
THE JOG FALLS
Jog Falls Area Development Project Shimoga, Karnataka, India
Tourist infrastructure development and environmental conservation.
Area: 2.31millionsqft
Category: PublicArchitecture
Client: KarnatakaPowerCorporationLtd.(KPCL),Govt.ofKarnataka Stakeholders: DeptofTourism,KarnatakaJogManagementAuthority, DistrictAdministration,Shimoga. Status: Constructioninprogress
The Intervention
Identification of Critical Issues & Need for Development
Majorsiteissuesduetouncontrolledsprawlintheheritagearea.
Preservation of Green Cover:
● Ensuring that every tree on site was preserved and incorporated in the design.
● Ensuring that natural habitats and biodiversityweresafeguarded.
● Maintaining of the ecological balance butalsoenhancingtheaestheticappeal ofthearea
● Providing visitors with a tranquil and immersive natural environment to explore.
Minimal Environmental Footprint:
● Designing built structures only in clearances formed by demolished existingbuildings.
● Employing sustainable construction practices and innovative design solutions.
● Minimized its impact on the environment,mitigatingfactorssuchas soilerosion,habitatdestruction,andair andwaterpollution.
● Incorporating local, eco-friendly materials, and efficient waste managementsystems.
Enhanced Visitor Experience:
● Enhancingamenities,infrastructureand recreational opportunities, including well-designed trails, scenic viewpoints, interpretive centers, and interactive exhibits.
● Sustainable transportation options like electric shuttles and bike-sharing programs were integrated to improve accessibilityandpromoteeco-conscious travel.
● Elevatethevisitorexperiencebyoffering a harmonious blend of environmental stewardship, cultural enrichment, and recreationalenjoyment.
Proposed Design
TheRetailNodeandElevatedWalkway
TheViewingDecksandGalleries
THE SUN TEMPLE
Konark Heritage Area Development Project Konark, Odisha, India
Tourist infrastructure development and conservation of UNESCO site.
Area: 2.3 million sqft
Category: PublicArchitecture
Client: Public Works Dept, Govt of Odisha. Stakeholders: Archeological Survey of India, National Monuments Authority, Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation. Local Administration of Konark, Odisha.
Status: Technical drawings & Tender Documents Completed.
01PreservationofHistory
Lackofmanagementofnaturalresourcesin thearealargerbeyondtheTempleprecinctto showcasethegrandeuroftheWorldHeritage site.
Undefinedaccessanddisorganizedvendor encroachment.
of Critical Issues & Need for Development
02TheVisitors'Experience
Lackofdrainageandroadinfrastructure social,culturalandeconomicbenefits.
Poorlymaintainedandinaccessibleamenities, recreationalareas,culturalareas.
The Position
01ConnectivityAndCirculation:
Create strong regional linkages throughouterringroad.
The Heritage Area design is approached by re-establishing the East- West main axes of the three templesintheHeritageArea(1)The Konark Sun Temple (2) Navagraha Temple (3) Jagannatha Temple. A North-South axis runs through the siteconnectingtheEast-Westaxes.
Tourist infrastructure development and conservation of UNESCO site.
02Socio-EconomicConsiderations:
The Main Boulevard connects the Multimodal Transit Hub with the Vending Area and the Heritage area.
The existing vendors will be relocated along this boulevard reinvigorating their businesses due to the increased footfall. Enhance visitor experience of the region's naturalandbuiltheritage.
03Experience:
Thediagonalstietheplazatogether creating an intriguing movement grid to the visitors with Pavilions and amenities used for recreation andrelaxationofthetourists.The33 acreLandscape Plaza formed within the grids contain the local flora and fauna and rain gardens. The lush gardens moderatethemicroclimate.
01ProcessandZoningofKonarkHeritageArea
The Manifestation
Tourist infrastructure development and conservation of UNESCO site.
The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is an architectural marvel that attracts millions of people annually. The area of 300m around The Sun Temple is protected by the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) under the ASMRAct(1958).Thesurroundingareasfallshortofthebasictouristamenities, services and beautification to cater to the high number of visitors. With the Proposed Development, the Heritage Area will become a world-class tourist destination that can strengthen the identity of the Konark Heritage Area and createsocio-economicopportunities.
Pedestrian
The Transit Hub
Parking & Shuttle Services
Amenities
Area 11.7 acres/ 510,260 sqft
Themultimodaltransithubfacilitatestoaccommodatetouristparking(bus, two-wheeler,fourwheeler,shuttle),Shuttleservice(shuttlelane,shuttleparking, pick-up&drop-offpoints)andticketing&touristamenities(informationkiosk, toilets,drinkingwaterfacilities,etc).
Thefoot-overbridgeisdesignedfortouriststocrossNH,connectingthe multimodaltransithubtothemainboulevardleadingtothetemple,alsoacting asaviewing platformprovidingaglimpseoftheheritagearea.
Vending Areas
Vending Kiosks & Shops
Amenities
Area 6 acres/ 260,000 sqft
Landscape dPlaza
Landscaped Gardens Amenities and Activities
Area 33 acres/ 1,412,225 sqft
The Landscaped Plaza has been carefully designed using elements fromtheLocalKalingaArchitecture.
Theplazaisalsoequippedwith waste bins, drinking water fountains, walkways shaded with trees, pole mounted signages made in decorative poles and Khondalite stonesanddirectionalsignages.
LandscapedPlazawillhavefacilities such as restrooms, information kiosks, and shelter pavilions for shade and rest for the tourists visitingtheHeritageArea.
TheLandscapePlazaformedwithin themovementgridstocontainthe localfloraandfaunaandrain gardensthatwillformanextension totheexistingsanctuaryaroundthe Temple.
Heritageandculturalnodesare createdwithinthelandscapegrids topromotethecommunityto engageinperformances,exhibitions andworkshopsshowcasingand promotinglocalarts,craftsand culture.
5 - STAR HOTEL
5-Star Hotel at Bokkapatna Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Hospitality and interior design
Built-up Area: 120,000 sqft
Category: Hospitality and Interior Architecture
Client: SSNC Pvt Ltd
Status: Technical Design
TheHotel Design
Heritage Reimagined: A Luxury Hotel on the Grounds of an Iconic Tile Factory
Integrating heritage architecture, modern design & coastal landscapes
This 150-key luxury hotel is set on the historic grounds of an old tile factory. Designed to blend heritage with modern sophistication. Overlooking the serene backwaters of the Arabian Sea, the hotel embraces its unique location with a site-sensitive approach, preserving theessenceoftheoriginalstructure while incorporating contemporary designelements.
150keys 90riverfacingrooms Conferencing Spa&Sauna 600paxBanqueting &PartyLawns
3restaurants 1riversidebar Pool CafeandBakery FitnessCentre
breathtaking views of the sea, lush landscapes, and tranquil water
Amenities will include spacious rooms and suites with private balconies, a signature spa, infinity pools, and fine dining restaurants that emphasize local flavors. The hotel’s public spaces will foster a connection with nature, incorporating open courtyards, water features, and green terraces, creating a harmonious blend of luxuryandtradition.
5 - STAR
HOTEL &
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Sakleshpur, Karnataka, India
Hospitality and interior design
Category: Hospitality and Interior Architecture
Client: Undisclosed
Status: Conceptual Design
TheHotel Design
An Eco-Luxury Retreat Amidst Nature’s Tranquil Beauty
Integrating heritage architecture, modern design & coastal landscapes
luxurious, sustainable retreat, prioritizing both guest comfort and
The hotel’s design incorporates wellness-focusedspaces,includinga spa and meditation areas, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves features expansive indoor and outdoor banqueting spaces, designedtoaccommodateavariety of events, from intimate gatherings tolarge-scalecelebrations,allwhile offering stunning views of the surroundingnaturallandscape.
180keys Conferencing Spa&Sauna 2Banquetingvenues
4restaurants Pool CafeandBakery FitnessCentre
Banquets
Villas
Restaurant
Rooms
Atrium
Banquets
MAAVINA MANE
The House Around Mango Trees a.k.a. Mavinamane Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Site sensitive residential architectural and interior design
Built-up Area: 18,000 sqft
Clients: Family of a businessman with 2 young children.
Style: Tropical modernism
Status: Completed in 2020
The Design
The design philosophy draws inspiration from Tropical Modernism, a style influenced by the lady of the house's Mexican-American background. This architectural approach ingeniously adapts modernist principles to harmonize with the tropical climate, emphasizing elements such as ventilation, seamless integration of nature, andclimateresponsiveness.
Functional
Zoning: Organizing the Home into Service, Public, and Private Spaces
And integrating Twin Mango Trees into the Home Design
The architectural plan takes into accountthenaturaltopographyof theplot,strategicallyutilizinghard rockforthemoreprivatequarters andsoilforcommunalspaces. Natural light permeates the interior from every conceivable angle, courtesy of clear windows thatframethetwocentralmango treeslikelivingartworks.
The structure is self-reliant for both electricity and water supply, incorporatingmassivesolarpanels on the roof and a sophisticated rainwater harvesting system. This system channels rainwater into a substantial underground reservoir withacapacityofuptotwolakh liters,ensuringthesustainableuse of water for various purposes withinthehome.
The outer facade of 'Maviname' is adorned with luxurious yet sustainable materials such as zinc, limestone, glass, andexposedwood,creatinganaesthetic that seamlessly melds with its surroundings. This results in an understated sophistication that is bound to evolve gracefully over time, as weather conditions contribute to the development of a patina on these
Allopeningsdesignedtoprovideviewsof the mango trees & have them become living,breathingelementsofeachspace
PorothermBlocks TeakWoodFramesJaali TeakWoodRafters SandstoneCladding VMZincRoof
