Architecture Portfolio

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO Selected works (Bachelors | Masters) 2017 - 2023

TANAYA

GAWADE

EDUCATION: New York Institute of Technology , Manhattan, New York Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design (MS.AUD)

TANAYA

GAWADE

13.08.1999 I am Tanaya Gawade, an Architect holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, graduated in 2022, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Architecture and Urban Design from New York Institute of Technology.

Architecture, to me, transcends mere design; it’s about crafting environments that harmonize with both nature and humanity.

Throughout my academic and professional journey, I’ve honed my skills in architectural design while collaborating with diverse teams and engaging with clients. This journey also allowed me to discover my passion, which ultimately led me to pursue a master’s in Urban Design to broaden my perspective on creating sustainable urban spaces. I am passionate about shaping the physical form of urban areas and designing public spaces that foster community interaction.

I am eager to connect and work with like-minded professionals who share my zeal for pushing the boundaries of design and creating exceptional spaces. As someone dedicated to continual learning and growth, I am committed to contributing my skills to effect positive change in the field. I consider myself to be dedicated and a team player who will contribute full efforts towards the work I do. + 1 (201) 485 9647 tanayagawade.ar@gmail.com Jersey City, NJ 07306 , USA

Pillai College of Architecture , Mumbai, India Bachelor of Architecture, GPA 3.6/4

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Cultivated a diverse skill set while successfully contributing to a multitude of projects and efficiently coordinated with clients, vendors, and onsite workers to ensure seamless execution of projects.

Visualized and conceptualized designs, which has been instrumental in creating impressive working drawings, client presentations, and 3D visuals.

Acquired a cross-continental experience by working on projects based in New York which not only broadened my horizons but also equipped me with a global perspective.

2. Architect Hafeez Contractor , Mumbai, India Intern •

Graduated: April 2022

EXPERIENCE:

1. The Blank Slate , Mumbai, India Junior Architect •

Expected: May 2024

November 2020 - April 2021

Gained invaluable experience and honed the skills in a a diverse range of large scale residential and commercial projects simultaneously, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and under tight deadlines.

Entrusted with designing specific architectural details and elements of various buildings, which contributed to the overall design integrity.

SKILLS: AutoCAD | Rhino | Revit | Grasshopper | Sketchup | Photoshop | Illustrator | Indesign | Lumion | Enscape |Twinmotion | Vray GIS | Midjourney | 3D Printing | Microsoft Office | Sketching | Rendering | Model Making

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ATTENDED:

Sociology And Urban Planning - by ACEDGE Ethos , 2021 Construction Project Management - by ACEDGE Ethos , 2021 Earthquake Resistant Structures - Prof Shubhangi Bhide , 2020 Introduction To Sustainability- Prof Madurima Das , 2019 Interactive Design - Prof Sarvesh Kulkarni , 2019 Madhubani Workshop - Prajakta Wadalkar , 2018 Industrial Design - Anand Asinkar , 2017

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1920 -1929

C O N T E N T S

1800 –1912

1990- Present

Pearl industry continued solidly through until the Great Depression of 1929. The emergence of artificial pearls had begun to hit the economy of Dubai, and coupled with the effects of the depression caused the Sheikh to explore other

opportunities for expansion.

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Al Abu Falasa dynasty (part of the House of Al-Falasi) of the Bani Yas tribe established Dubai, which remained a dependent of Abu Dhabi until 1833

Dubai has become known for its successful building projects, including the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest freestanding hotel.

1966-1990 1958 - 1966 In 1958, upon the death of Saeed

bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum became Ruler. Rashid al Maktoum is widely regarded as the driving force behind the expansion of Dubai, causing its massive expansion, with the aid of the discovery of oil.

However, in 1833 the Al Maktoum dynasty (also descendants of the House of Al-Falasi) of the Bani Yas tribe left the settlement of Abu Dhabi and took over Dubai from the Abu Falasa clan without resistance, led by Maktoum bin Butti

The major turning point in the history and fortunes of Dubai was the discovery of oil in 1966.Once the first shipment of oil was made in 1969, the future of Dubai as an autonomous state was secured,and its ability to dictate policy in later years to the UAE was cemented

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The Palm Islands, a construction of three artificial islands in the shape of the date palm, on which residential and commercial property will be built and The World Islands, a massive man-made archipelago of 300 islands in the shape of the world, and Burj Khalifa, which is the world's tallest man-made structure.

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SYMPHONIC PROMENADE: WEAVING THE URBAN FABRIC 1963 1930 -1944

After various rulers, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Hasher Al Maktoum who became Ruler in 1912, was the first Ruler to rule for a substantial period of time and is regarded by many as one of the fathers of Dubai.

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Rashid al Maktoum embarked on a dredging of Creek as the creek was too Dubai

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small for modern ships to dock there, which caused severe negative economic effects.

He borrowed huge amounts of money to pull off the dredging, and it was a success, which enabled vessels of any size to dock at the port. This caused the gold re-export market to take off, and ensuring Rashid was able to begin the building of vital infrastructure in partnership with the British

URBAN DESIGN

Dubai suffered economically after 1920 due to the collapse of the pearl industry, the Great Depression of the 1930s, and the loss of extensive trade networks during World War II.

RE-IMAGINING WORKSPACES ( MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT ) ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

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DUBAI: A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE

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WATER AS AN ELEMENT IN ARCHITECTURE TO PROMOTE WELLBEING

1990-Present DESIGN AND URBAN OFal-Maktoum CITIES TheHISTORY death of Sheikh Rashid resulted in

Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum to the throne.Dubai continued to foster political alignment with the western world, and during the 2003 Invasion of Iraq, they provided refueling bases to allied forces in the Jebel Ali Free Zone as they did during the Persian Gulf War.

MODULAR HOUSING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

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ARCHITECTURE DRAWINGS AND REPRESENTATION WORKING DRAWINGS

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SYMPHONIC PROMENADE: WEAVING THE URBAN FABRIC Urban Design Studio : MS.AUD | Fall 2023 | New York Institute of Technology

HYPOTHESIS

The challenge in Newtown Creek, Brooklyn, lies in the intricate urban fabric that creates accessibility issues, isolating different zones along the creek.

This spatial division prompts questions about community connectivity and the underlying factors contributing to separation. Our hypothesis centers on strategically enhancing transportation systems and densifying key elements as a direct response to this multifaceted challenge.

Through comprehensive research, we aim to decipher the complexities of Newtown Creek’s urban fabric understanding the dynamics that have led to its current state. The hypothesis stems from an acknowledgment of existing disparities and a commitment to unravel the factors perpetuating this division.

This challenge goes beyond altering physical distances; it extends to redefining community and connectivity in Newtown Creek.

If our transformative approach succeeds, we envision a reshaping of the urban fabric, creating an interconnected Newtown Creek that transcends current limitations. This challenge becomes an opportunity not only to reduce accessibility distances but to fundamentally transform community dynamics, fostering vibrancy and cohesiveness in this unique part of Brooklyn.

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The proposed concept combines the principles of placemaking, the 10-Minute Neighborhood, and replicating positive urban elements along the creek. The aim is to create a connected, accessible, and vibrant waterfront area that enhances the overall quality of life for residents and visitors, not in a linear manner but cutting through the neighborhood- creating micro- neighborhoods which encapsulates more public life.

The challenge of the game was to effectively reduce the accessibility distance within Newtown creek by strategically enhancing transportation systems and densifying key elements, and ultimately altering the urban fabric, which would help to establish connections between isolated zones of the creek.

URBAN PROTOTYPING ( Developing the city as a board game ) Architecture Portfolio 2017-2023

To alter the urban fabric, components like mixed use, community and accessibility were identified which would help to connect the isolated zones of the creek.

Offers a multi-dimensional view of Brooklyn and its surrounding boroughs, illustrating how factors such as diversity, urban form, race, and transportation intersect and intertwine to create the rich tapestry of urban life in the region.

URBAN CONSTELLATION

MOBILE GROUND Illustrates the striking contrasts between the two sides of the site in terms of zoning, race, and transportation.

In this comprehensive exploration, this representation provides a compelling and detailed analysis of how these key factors play a key role in shaping the distinct character and dynamics of the site.

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The comprehensive intervention plan for Newtown Creek, encompassing parks, gardens, amusement parks, commercial plazas, retention ponds, parametric seatings, interactive installations, public art, e-bike spots, playgrounds, and sports courts, holds the potential to transform the area into a dynamic and vibrant community space.

By incorporating these diverse elements, the intervention zones not only address functional aspects like flood management and transportation but also cultivate a sense of community, creativity, and well-being. The holistic approach to revitalization aims to make Newtown Creek a multifaceted and inclusive space that reflects the needs and aspirations of its residents while fostering a vibrant, sustainable, and connected community.

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AXONOMETRIC

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MASTERPLAN

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Typical typology for Newtown Creek’s residential development

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Typical typology for Newtown Creek’s Commercial development

Typical typology for Newtown Creek’s Office development

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DUBAI: A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE History And Thoery Of Cities : MS.AUD | Fall 2023 | New York Institute of Technology

DUBAI'S URBAN MIRAGE:

A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE

TANAYA GAWADE | SHREYA SANGHVI

Architecture Portfolio 2017-2023

1920 -1929

1800 –1912

1990- Present

Pearl industry continued solidly through until the Great Depression of 1929. The emergence of artificial pearls had begun to hit the economy of Dubai, and coupled with the effects of the depression caused the Sheikh to explore other opportunities for expansion.

Al Abu Falasa dynasty (part of the House of Al-Falasi) of the Bani Yas tribe established Dubai, which remained a dependent of Abu Dhabi until 1833

1966-1990 1958 - 1966 In 1958, upon the death of Saeed bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum became Ruler. Rashid al Maktoum is widely regarded as the driving force behind the expansion of Dubai, causing its massive expansion, with the aid of the discovery of oil.

The major turning point in the history and fortunes of Dubai was the discovery of oil in 1966.Once the first shipment of oil was made in 1969, the future of Dubai as an autonomous state was secured,and its ability to dictate policy in later years to the UAE was cemented

Dubai has become known for its successful building projects, including the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest freestanding hotel.

The Palm Islands, a construction of three artificial islands in the shape of the date palm, on which residential and commercial property will be built and The World Islands, a massive man-made archipelago of 300 islands in the shape of the world, and Burj Khalifa, which is the world's tallest man-made structure.

However, in 1833 the Al Maktoum dynasty (also descendants of the House of Al-Falasi) of the Bani Yas tribe left the settlement of Abu Dhabi and took over Dubai from the Abu Falasa clan without resistance, led by Maktoum bin Butti

1963 1912 - 1944 After various rulers, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Hasher Al Maktoum who became Ruler in 1912, was the first Ruler to rule for a substantial period of time and is regarded by many as one of the fathers of Dubai.

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1930 -1944 Dubai suffered economically after 1920 due to the collapse of the pearl industry, the Great Depression of the 1930s, and the loss of extensive trade networks during World War II.

Rashid al Maktoum embarked on a dredging of Dubai Creek in 1963, as the creek was too small for modern ships to dock there, which caused severe negative economic effects.

He borrowed huge amounts of money to pull off the dredging, and it was a success, which enabled vessels of any size to dock at the port. This caused the gold re-export market to take off, and ensuring Rashid was able to begin the building of vital infrastructure in partnership with the British

1990-Present The death of Sheikh Rashid al-Maktoum resulted in Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum to the throne.Dubai continued to foster political alignment with the western world, and during the 2003 Invasion of Iraq, they provided refueling bases to allied forces in the Jebel Ali Free Zone as they did during the Persian Gulf War.

PEARL AND OIL INDUSTRY IN DUBAI

2007 Dubai Petroleum assumes control of all oil land gar related projects in Dubai following negotiations with international all compaines

“It was pearls, not oil, that we were first renowned for, and it is this naturally occurring treasure that brought us the first taste of wealth,”

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1930-1950

Dubai goverment owned Emirates National Of Company (ENOC) opens the first oil refinery of the company.

The refinery whichcosts around Dhi.5 billion and produces 120 thousand barrels per day.

THE GLOBAL APPEAL OF UAE PEARLS UAE's pear were in great demand across the wore they were a traded al the way to India, Siienka, Venice and Scandinavia.

Top-ranking brands such as Carter catapulted to fame by using these pearls due to their prestige and quality

1972-1973 Drilling exploration wells begin operations in the field at Falah. A new oil field is discovered at Rashid and production begins "Heavy oil exports ta international countries’

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1922 1920 National tributes include icons such as Ras Al Khaimah's Pearl Roundabout, Sharjah's pearl-topped union monument at Al Ittihad Square and the freehold development Dubai Pearl.

Dubai starts to export of oil.

The first export shipment of oil produced from he fieldfateh was around 180 thousand barrels.

Re-enactments held at heritage and cultural centres showcase the great hardships faced by the divers, in stark contrast to their simple gear of nose plug. finger guard, and cotton cloth or bodysuit.

1966 DISCOVERY OF OIL Oil is first discovered in Dubai at the offshore Fateh field When oil was unexpectedly discovered 15 miles olishore from Dubai

1912 UAE's pearling history appears both quixotic and quaint with its imagery of sleepy fishing villages roused into seasonal action, wooden boats leaving land in picturesque sail, and hardy men plying the waters for months on the mere promise of good fortune.

Start of the Pearl story...

1952 GREAT DEPRESSION The Gulf pearl industry began plummeting in the 1920s. It further declined by the late 1920s and early 1930s. By that time, the Japanese nad found a way to make flawless artificial pearls.

Dubai’s GDP breakdown in 2015

'The onset of the Great Depression and the reduction in yields from the pearl banks also added to the loss of business for pearl divers in the UAE. And the World War added to the situation.'

"Mumbai became the world's largest pearl: market. Stones were polished and dispatched from Mumbai to Europe, Iran, Iraq and Turkey."

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DUBAI'S ARTIFICIAL DUBAI’S ARTIFICAL ISLAND ISLANDS : A VISUAL SCAR OR SPECTACULAR OASIS?

Dubai's artificial island project involves five separate islands. There's the three palm islands, Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira, an archipelago of 300 small islands called "The World," and -- just to up the ante -- a final set of small islands configured after constellations called "The Universe."

Construction started in 2000 with the palm islands and was intended to create an oasis within the oasis of Dubai, containing more shops, more hotels, more resorts, more beaches, and more luxury goods. The palm islands even contain mansion-like homes built in wacky contemporary styles couched within gated communities and meant to mimic a lifestyle in the Hollywood hills.

IS IT A SUCCESS? At present, not one of the five islands is complete. Palm Jumeirah is the most developed and has functioning businesses, hotels, and homes on it. The other islands are "rather underdeveloped, if not desolate."

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Palm Deira

PALM JUMEIRAH ARTIFICIAL OFFSHORE ISLANDS

AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

DOLPHIN BAY

ATLANTIS THE PALM HOTEL SOFITEL DUBAI THE PALM

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ABDUL REHMAN SIDDIK MOSQUE

THE LOST CHAMBERS AQUARIUM

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- The crescent is a breakwater that nearly surrounds the other sectors. It is divided into three sections so as to facilitate the circulation of seawater. Most of the hotels and resorts are located on the crescent.

Developed by Nakheel, a real estate company now owned by the government of Dubai, to maintain the economic situation at the time by improving tourism. 5 Million tourists visited Dubai each year, which the Sheikh wanted to triple to 15 million. But the problem was that the coastline of Dubai is just 72 Km, not enough for 15 million tourists that were to come,hence an island was built which was 5.5 Km in diameter, that increased the coastline by 56 Km.

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- Another bridge connects the trunk to the spine, a narrow central axis from which 16 fronds protrude. Closely spaced villas line the long fronds.

- A vehicular tunnel connects the spine to the crescent, and a transit monorail runs about 3 miles (4.8 km) from the mainland to the crescent through the spine and trunk

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The Largest manmade island, that resembles a stylized palm tree within a circle. This “eighth wonder of the world”was built in the early 21st century and was largely financed from Dubai’s substantial income from petroleum.

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The master plan was drawn up by Helman Hurley Charvat Peacock, an American architectural firm.In the second decade of the 21st century, at least 10,000 people lived in Palm Jumeirah; some estimates were much higher.

1,380 ACRES

The islands were made mostly from sand dredged from the floor of the Persian Gulf. Work started in 2001, and land and basic infrastructure were in place by 2004. Construction of the buildings began in 2006, and the first residents arrived in 2007.

LARGEST MANMADE ISLAND

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$120 MILLION M3 ROCK & SAND

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CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

2004 VIBROCOMPACTION

2003 HIGH-TECH GPS

AUGUST 2001 MILLIONS OF TONS OF ROCK AND SAND !!

Instead of concrete slabs, the foundations of The Palm were created from 7 million tons of rock blasted from the nearby Hajar Mountains. And while the desert emirate is surrounded by sand, 120 million cubic metres of the stuff were dredged from the bottom of the sea to form the island. In fact, the amount of rock and sand used in Palm Jumeirah’s construction could form a 2-metre-wide wall that would circle the globe three times.

Nov, 2001 - 9 barges, 15 dumpers, 4 dredgers, 30 heavy land base machines and 10 cranes beside other construction machinery, were put to work.

To insure that the island is in it s required place and shape, 676 Km up in the space a Private satellite was used. The shape of island is nearly curved everywhere and it required pin point accuracy to shape it as a palm tree, hence, GPS (Global Positioning System) was used by the dredgers that sprayed the sand into place with pinpoint accuracy.

Mobile receivers were used as a grid reference for the island and the satellite gave coordinates of the point where sand was to be put. The dredgers would then fill the area of sea which they were commanded by the satellite.

After the earthquake of december 2003,it was a wake up call for the palm project. Due to lateral forces from the earthquake could make the island disappear as the ground was turning into a liquid, which is also called liquifaction.

In the quest to build a thriving city on the ocean, they had to make the ground really strong. To resolve this ,instead of using regular machines to press down the sand, they used special machines that drill holes and shake the ground. They did this over and over until the sand became super solid.This process is called Vibrocompaction.

2004 - 2006 BUILDING THE CITY !

Thousands of trucks and cranes, tons of materials, and a workforce of 2,000 laborers were used. The most complex aspect of the project was installing the necessary infrastructure, including gas pipes, electricity cables, water supply systems, and various buildings. Aim was to transform the island into a fully functioning city in 2 years.

Additionally, millions of tons of concrete and steel are imported from around the world and transported to the island.

2001 - 2003 11.5 -KILOMETRE BREAKWATER PROTECTS THE ISLAND

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The crescent-shaped breakwater was the first section of The Palm to be built, that protects the island from from strong sea currents and the seasonal "shamal" winds that blow across the Gulf from Iraq. With 3 meter height this geotextile membrane, stops the sand from washing away, was topped by a layer of one-ton rocks, followed by two more layers of rocks weighing up to six tons each.

A TEMPORARY DAM WAS BUILT

2007

A 6-lane sea tunnel — built using 200,000 cubic metres of reinforced concrete, 30,000 tons of reinforcing steel, and 110,000 tons of rock — connects the trunk to the crescent, 25 metres below sea level. To build the tunnel under dry conditions, two 1.2-kilometre-long dykes were constructed to form a dam.

THE GRAND OPENING !

A 100-metre-wide opening was added on each side of the crescent to allow water to circulate and prevent it becoming stagnant. A 6m-wide boardwalk stretches the length of the crescent and is a top spot for a sunset stroll.

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More than 5.5 million cubic metres of seawater was pumped out in just 45 days, with around 2,000 fish caught and relocated to prevent them getting trapped inside the drained space.

Meanwhile, the dykes were later used as temporary roads for construction vehicles.

It took just six years to build! In 2007 the island's first residents moved in. Today, the 16 fronds are home to around 1,500 beachfront mansions, with a further 6,000 apartments on the trunk.

Major hotels on the crescent include Atlantis The Palm and the Waldorf Astoria, while the 5*-star hotel St. Regis Dubai part of The Palm Tower by Nakheel is 80% complete. Investors and end-users will highly benefit by the luxuries and amenities of The Palm Tower Residences.Palm Jumeirah is the most developed and has functioning businesses, hotels, and homes on it.

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Sea-front projects ranging from d esalination plants to artificial islands in the gulf between the Arabian Peninsula and Iran have transformed the entire coastline in the past few decades. More than 40% of some countries’ shores are now developed.

The change is happening more quickly, and with greater environmental impact, than in any other coastal region.

Environmental assessments that could take a year in Western nations might be done far more superficially in ten weeks in the Gulf, for example.

And a lack of scientific input to the development process means that there is often little or no environmental monitoring. “There is a clear deficit, not only in the capacity but in scientific knowledge, and a limited amount of scientific data on which to base decisions,” says report co-author Hanneke Van Lavieren, a programme officer for coastal ecosystems at the UNU.

Water around some parts of the islands can remain almost stationary for several weeks, increasing the risk of algal blooms. And although fish have colonized the new environment, they are not all the same species that were there before.

The problem is becoming increasingly urgent. The region has already lost 70% of its coral reefs since 2001, with most of the remaining reefs threatened or degraded, for example- Construction of Dubai’s Palm Jebel Ali, an even larger artificial archipelago, has already destroyed 8 square kilometres of natural reef.

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"SHAPING TOMORROW: THE PROGRESSIVE URBAN LANDSCAPE OF DUBAI" 1

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LEGEND 1. Waterfront 2. Waterfront City 3. Palm Jebel Ali 4. Arabian Canal 5. Al Maktoum Airport 6. Palm Jumeirah 7. Atlantis The Palm 8. Dubailand 9. The World 10. The Universe 11. Burj Dubai 12. Palm Deira

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The Dubai 2040 Urban Masterplan includes focusing on development and investment in five urban centers (three existing and two new centers) that support growth of economic sectors and increased job opportunities for its diverse population, in addition to providing a wide range of lifestyle facilities that cater to the needs of all sections of the population The global economic and commercial centre encompasses the Dubai International Financial Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road, as well as Downtown and Business Bay. It serves as an international business hub for economic, financial and business activity. Lastly, the two new centres include Expo 2020 Centre, an economic and growth hotspot supported by the activities of exhibition,global events and integrated logistics services; and Dubai Silicon Oasis Centre, a knowledge and innovation international centre that attracts talents and minds, contributing to the global growth and leadership of Dubai..

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Arch 721- History and Theory of Cities

Tanaya Gawade & Shreya Sanghvi

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USING WATER AS AN ELEMENT IN ARCHITECTURE TO PROMOTE WELLBEING Thesis Project: Bachelor of Architecture | Sem IX-X | 2017-2022

ABSTRACT This dissertation attempts to foremost understand the healing powers of water. Throughout history, there is evidence of architecture celebrating the beauty of water.

• Water has been a crucial element in communities and nature since the dawn of civilization, symbolizing continuance. Water used to be a need for survival, but as the world became more urbanized, its value expanded significantly. Water has long been a symbol of grandeur in some cultures, while in others it is simply a recreational element. The world’s concept of architecture has shifted over time, and with it, new functions for water have emerged.

• This study examines how the presence of water as a function or feature enhances architecture, as well as how this relationship is experienced by humans through their senses.

This study looks at a variety of case studies to see how water is used in different locations and how it affects people’s senses.

Finally, the goal of this research is to learn more about the importance of water in architecture so that we may learn more about the advantages of water on human health and develop effective strategies for using water resources in a sustainable, practical, and aesthetically pleasing way.

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SITE CONTEXT AND ACCESSIBILITY This site is located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, near Bharati Vidyapeeth Colleges and hostels . The site is easily accessible as the Kharghar railway station is 650 M away from the site and the upcoming Kharghar metro station is 500 M away from the site. Also, the Mumbai-Pune Highway is 1.6 Km away from the site. So the site is well connected to railways and roadways.

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ARCHITECTURE AND WATER IMPACT OF WATER ON HUMAN SENSES

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presently we additionally have submerged designs constructed and are in process to be inherent in whats to come

The thought was to propose a design element that would aid in stimulating the senses of the users, hence water was proposed as such an element since water can summon the five primary faculties in people.

The multi-tangible degree of commitment with water permits individuals to contact, smell, taste, hear and see water.

Thus water could assume a significant part in design by making a climate where every one of the faculties is practiced in balance, it can permit an individual’s brain and body to open up to a mending experience. It can likewise add meaning or makes a spatial figment.

times when urban areas began to create,waterfronts came into the image

NEED TO BRING BACK HEALING POWERS OF WATER ?

Later on a few setlements prospered as islands over the ocean when water became one of the mode of transport

later on utilization of water bodies in design is seen through pools,wellsprings,cascades etc

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The relationship between water and mankind entails not just an understanding of natural behavior but also our biological roots.The healing effects of water fixes have been known since ancient times when humankind realized the importance of water as a vital component of human existence and built the first civilizations near oceans and streams since thewater was the most important aspect in mankind’s survival

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These five properties and the sensory effects of water on human senses , are the main reasons why water should be a part of peoples life. The water properties help people feel weightless, and this advantage can be used to help medical problems that are hampered by weight.

The conclusion then is that, if water is utilized in architecture where people engage with it can contribute to a person’s sense of well-being by allowing boosting of senses.

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If architecture can provide a place where the senses are exercised in balance, it can allow a person’s mind and body to open up to a healing experience. This thought has shaped the reason for this design dissertation project.

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SITE PLAN The circulation was based on the idea of maximizing internal exposure to the surrounding greenery. Therefore, individual functional zones surround an existing pond which acts as internal water courtyard along with trees, allowing for each zone to be surrounded by the nature.

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Section AA’ showcasing the entire stretch of the site cutting through the baths , locker rooms , pool , cafeteria and the lakefront.

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Walking through this dim path, people can leave behind their stress and frustration, and calm their minds to find their essence in life. The space makes visitors feel like they are under water as they watch water shadows from below . Then, with the guide of twilight at the end of the corridor, they can step into a different and open space hiding at the bottom of lake. They can see and feel the presence of water while they meditate.

This illustration showcases how the site’s existing water body was transformed into a vibrant water courtyard.

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RCC BEAM 300 X 600 MM 350 MM THICK BRICK BAT COBA SUNK SLAB

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100 MM THICK LINTEL 100 MM THICK LINTEL

VENTILATOR

FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL (PORCELAIN TILES) (500MM X 500MM X 20MM)

2100

100 MM THICK SILL SOLID CORE FLUSH DOOR

HINDWARE CLIPPER EWC WATER CLOSET

150 MM THICK SCREED

350 MM THICK BRICK BAT COBA

PLINTH BEAM

300 MM THICK RUBBLE SOLING 150 MM THICK MURUM

300 MM THICK RUBBLE SOLING

150 MM THICK SCREED

150 MM THICK MURUM ISOLATED FOOTING

ISOLATED FOOTING

Section CC’ showcasing the entire stretch of the site cutting through the baths , locker rooms , pool , cafeteria and the lakefront.

150 MM THICK PARAPET WALL

2600

50 MM THICK RAILING 100 MM THICK WALL

200 MM THICK BRICK WALL

ARCHED OPENING

150 MM THICK SCREED 300 MM THICK RUBBLE SOLING 150 MM THICK MURUM

300 MM THICK RETAINING WALL

PILE CAP

PILES

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2600

600 MM WIDE PLANTER

3 M WIDE PASSAGE

2750

ARCHED OPENING

3600

3 M WIDE PASSAGE

100 MM THICK LINTEL

650

AGE

150 MM THICK PARAPET WALL

150 MM THICK PARAPET WALL

Section DD’ showcasing the warm and hot bathhouses along with a connecting courtyard.

The connecting courtyard that links the bathhouses is seen in this illustration, which was designed around the existing trees on the site.

It can function as a space where people can meditate, relax, or practice yoga.

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This illustration shows how the lake that already exists next to the site has been developed into a lively lakefront for urban residents.

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AXONOMETRIC VIEW SHOWING STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS SKYLIGHT RING BEAM

300

RING BEAM

6641.22

900 3100

GLASS DOOR

230 MM BRICK WALL

4200

GRC JALI WITH ARCH

POST-TENSIONING BEAMS

3300

150 MM THICK PARAPET WALL

100 MM THICK DOME

WATER LEVEL 100 MM DOWN FROM SLAB LEVEL 150 MM THICK SCREED

GROUND LINE

PLINTH BEAM 300 MM THICK RUBBLE SOLING 150 MM THICK MURUM ISOLATED FOOTING

600 X 600 RCC COLUMN

12460

2500

POST-TENSIONING BEAMS

6600

1500

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1500

12460

3400

RING BEAM

2500

6600

230 MM BRICK WALL

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RE-IMAGINING WORKSPACES Architectural Design: Bachelor of Architecture | Sem IX |2017-2022

PROJECT TYPE : ACADEMIC ( GROUP WORK ) SITE AREA : 15 Acres LOCATION : GHANSOLI , NAVI MUMBAI The Project was about to design an office building along with other mixed use development which includes residential commercial and retail spaces.

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CHHATRAPTI CHOUK

SITE PLAN

PROPOSED SITE 15 ACRES

GAGA

NGIRI

MAHA

RAJ M

ARG

MANGRO

OVES

SITE CONTEXT AND ACCESSIBILITY The site is located in Ghansoli sector 9, which is a popular suburb of Navi Mumbai due to its strategic location and accessibility. The eastern part of Ghansoli hubs corporate office campus of Reliance Group which is a primary employment generator in this area. Rable, Kopar Khairane in south, Mhapeand Thane Creek in East.

The site has hot and humid climate according to that of Mumbai. Passive strategies like courtyards and pools could to done to provide cooling effect and cross-ventilation.

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The concept of the master-plan was to design keeping in mind the context and to design a building which would not hamper the surroundings. ‘FLUDITY’ of not only the form but also in the transition of spaces and user-experience through circulation isthe main concept between the design of this master-plan .

It consists of retail block in the left , office block in the centre and mixed-use block in the upper right corner with recreational ground in the right side of the site.

ELECTROCHROMATIC GLASS STEEL FRAME CHAJJA VEGETATION

ELECTROCHROMATIC GLASS

ALUMINIUM FRAME FLAT SLAB

DRAIN GATES

Section EE’ cuts the front office vertically through the courtyard showing corporate and coworking spaces .Semi-open terrace with green roof and arched window is shown.Next, open terrace with green roof in the deck is shown.Vegetation in the terraces cool and filter the air coming from outside and provide natural ventilation . They also provide shading from sunlight to some extent.The plants around the courtyard cut-out increase the user- experiential quality and cross-ventilation of these spaces.

WATER OUTLET HOLES

PROTECTIVE SCREED DRAINAGE LINE

CONCRETE SLAB

These Green terraces have been provided with Rain Water Harvesting to store the rainwater through the drainage line in the green roof terrace part layers.

Section BB’ cuts through the recreational ground and nala ,left side of the site, showing the trees,pathways in the gardens and park.

LOUVERS

Thermowood is commonly known as heat treated timber, a magnificent, environmentally friendly wooden medium created by the use of non-toxic and chemical free heat and steam processing.

VEGETATION SOIL LAYER

WATER STORAGE PANEL GEOTEXTILE FILTER ROOT BARRIER

ELECTROCHROMATIC GLASS

DRAINAGE LAYER CONCRETE TILE SCREED BEDDING THERMAL INSULATION WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE

Interior of Co-working space

Interior of Corporate office

Layers of green roof

PROTECTIVE SCREED

Use of Electrochromatic glass to reduce solar heat gain.

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AXONOMETRIC VIEW SHOWING WALL ASSEMBLY

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MIXED USE MODULAR HOUSING Architectural Design: Bachelor of Architecture | Sem VII | 2017-2022

PROJECT TYPE : ACADEMIC ( GROUP WORK ) SITE AREA : 31570 Sq.m LOCATION : SEWRI , MUMBAI

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CONCEPT AND DESIGN DEVELOPMENT The concept of the site plan is inspired from linear city development, since the site is aligned along the sea. In oreder to avoid the disadvantage of the long roads which are observed in linear city development, different zones adjacant to the sea are interconnected in between.

The placement of different blocks of modules is done in a staggered manner so that maximum modules enjoy the seaside view. Different colours of aluminium compostie

SITE CONTEXT AND ACCESSIBILITY This location is situated in Mumbai Port Trust , in Sewri , Mumbai. It lies in the midway on the West coast of India, on the natural deep water harbour of Mumbai in Maharashtra. The harbor spread over 400 square kilometers is protected by the mainland of Konkan to its east and north and by the island city of Mumbai to its west. The site is surrounded by commericial area consisting of HPCL , Bharat Petroleum corporation and institutional buildings.

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GROUND FLOOR PLAN

FUTURE EXPANSION

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DORMITORY SINGLE OCCUPANCY

The design of the dormitories - single , double and couple is purely based on simple forms leading to simple plans and interior arrangements.

DORMITORY DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

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The design of the dormitories - single , double and couple is purely based on simple forms leading to simple plans and interior arrangements.

DORMITORY COUPLE

The module has a courtyard, which is again divided into private courtyard, which is accessible through the bedroom. There is a semi-private courtyard which is accessible through the living room and the commercial area, where activities of loading and unloading of goods can take place making it multi-functional.

The private and semi-private courtyards have a green wall in between to maintain privacy to the bedroom and the private courtyard. The courtyards act as carrier of natural light and ventilation, through the sliding windows to the spaces inside .

COMMERCIAL + RESIDENTIAL

The module is designed in a such a way that the balconies are openable as and when required and have floor height sliding windows providing ventilation and natural light to the module and view.

The module is designed in such a way that the bedroom is provided on the mezzanine thus making it completely private from the living and kitchen spaces below.

The bedroom and living spaces are divided by a foldable door which makes it possible to extend the living into the bedroom or vice-a-versa, making the space multi-functional and flexible.

The living and the workshop spaces are public, while entering the kitchen which is semi-public. The stairs from the kitchen lead to the private space- bedroom. The workshop space has a door from the outside for the workers / employees and a door from the inside for the owner / head.

RESIDENTIAL

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CONSTRUCTION

DETAILS

Section through Dormitory and Residential Blocks

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ARCHITECTURE DRAWINGS AND REPRESENTATION WORKING DRAWINGS : Bachelor of Architecture | Sem VI | 2017-2022 T O I L E T D E T A I L S

S T A I R C A S E D E T A I L S

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