Chettiyar Opulence
project: 5-star hotel
semester: 6
typology: hospitality
site: Chennai
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To explore the thought that went into crafting house a chettinad and recreate the beauty and hospitality of chettinad interiors to provide the guest with an experience that connects them with the opulent culture and history of the site by reinterpreting the concept of luxury and demonstrate that an human eye view is sufficient to perceive luxury and culture.
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abstract...
Enveloping in a vibrant ambiance that reflects the fiery essence of the cuisine, the Chettinad restaurant offers an indulgent dining experience resonating with rich heritage, igniting your taste buds, and captivating your every sense.
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furniture layout
8 LOBBY SHAFT LIFT LIFT 3.99 SQ.M 3.99 SQ.M 21.36 SQ.M SHAFT 11.21 SQ.M LOBBY PANTRY 8.1SQ.M 8.37 SQ.M WET GERBAGE SHAFT EXHUAST SHAFT D4 D4 D4 SHAFT D1 LOBBY 25.55SQM GAS BANK LIVE KITCHEN SHAFT KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM STORAGE ROOM JC LOBBY SHAFT LIFT LIFT 3.99 SQ.M 3.99 SQ.M 21.36 SQ.M SHAFT 11.21 SQ.M LOBBY PANTRY 8.1SQ.M 8.37 SQ.M WET GERBAGE SHAFT EXHUAST SHAFT D4 D4 D4 SHAFT D1 LOBBY 25.55SQM GAS BANK LIVE KITCHEN SHAFT KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM STORAGE ROOM JC LOBBY SHAFT LIFT LIFT 3.99 SQ.M 3.99 SQ.M 21.36 SQ.M SHAFT 11.21 SQ.M LOBBY PANTRY 8.1SQ.M 8.37 SQ.M WET GERBAGE SHAFT EXHUAST SHAFT D4 D4 D4 SHAFT D1 LOBBY 25.55SQM GAS BANK LIVE KITCHEN SHAFT KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM STORAGE ROOM JC
sectional elevation - AA’ sectional elevation - BB’
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE MENTIONED IN MM key plan A’ A B’ B
flooring layout
ceiling layout
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A low seater, reminiscent of Chettinad heritage.
low seater
DINING VIEW
dining view
The Chettinad dining table exudes charm, adorned with masala trays and embraced by the timeless beauty of Athangudi tiles.
courtyard buffet view dining view
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The Chettiyars, are a prominent business community known for their prosperity, trade, and influence in the region. Quartz crystals, have been valued by the Chettiyars for their spiritual and symbolic significance.
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11 D2.5 D3 W2 D2.5 D3 W2 LVL +150MM LVL -150MM LVL -150MM LVL 0 LVL 0 D2.5 D3 W2 LVL 0
furniture layout
sectional elevation - AA ’ sectional elevation - BB’ B A A’ B’
flooring layout ceiling layout
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Chain linked to crossbar, attached to beam, concealed by cove lighting.
Floral block painting adorns the walls, complemented by a strip of theme-colored accent.
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detail
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Citrine crystals, treasured by Chettiyars for their spiritual and symbolic value, grace Chettinad houses, radiating prosperity and positive energy, embodying the community’s entrepreneurial spirit and cultural legacy.
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furniture layout
flooring layout
ceiling layout
sectional elevation - AA ’
sectional elevation - BB ’
14 D3 D2.5 D3 D3 D2.5 D3 TRANSITION TRANSITION TRANSITION TRANSITION TRANSITION D2.5 D2.5 A' B' A' B'
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Traditional Indian mural to attract prosperity and good fortune.
Lounge furniture inspired by chettinad diwan.
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“A space where the interplay of light, inspired by the beauty of eyes, creates a captivating space of refraction and wonder."
Reflexir
project: Lens showroom
semester: 3
typology: retail
built up area: 2000 sq ft
site: Chennai
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A shopping paradise where perception transcends, and light unveils profound depths. With inspired reflection and refraction, the showroom beckons, inviting your eyes on a poetic journey of discovery.
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zoning furniture layout
flooring plan and detail
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reflected ceiling plan and detail
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sectional elevation
sectional
sectional
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE MENTIONED IN MM
sectional elevation
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R enders
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VIEW FROM EXTERIOR
“This immersive hideaway invites you to wander, lose yourself, and find the beauty of solitude in nature’s whispered secrets, inspired by the mysterious appeal of forests.
Lonely Friendly
project: entertainment center
semester: 5
typology: cultural center
built up area: 20,000 sq ft
site: ECR, Chennai
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN
SECOND FLOOR PLAN
26 TIME CRISIS II SD TWIN INDY500 WIDE VR TWIN VIRTUAL FIGHTER RALLY SKY TARGET DX TOP SKATER SEGA SKI SUPER SUPER MEGALO 18 WHEELER DLX INDY500 WIDE INDY500 WIDE 19'-2" 19'-2" 22'-6" 14'-2" 13'-5" 10'-9" 8'-2" 8'-2" 22'-3" 8'-2" 8'-2" 4'-7" 9' 5'-7" 5' 5' 5' 6'-8" 22'-6" 39'-3" 7'-10" 35'-8" 17'-6" 17'-6" LOBBY AND RECEPTION 50'X22' ARCADE 43'-6"'X38'-6"' CHILE CARE ROOM 33'-6"'X17'-6"' WOMENS TOILET 19'-2"'X17'-6"' MENS TOILET 19'-2"'X17'-6"' ELEC. ROOM AHU PARKING 68'-6"X28'-3" 3'-1" 5'-3" 10'-4" 18'-8" 27'-3" 17' 22'-6" 38'-3" 1' 20'-6" 10'-7" 21'-9" 11'-3" 27'-10" 4'-4" 13' 10'-4" 25'-8" 18'-9" 6'-2" CIRCULATION AND SEATING GOLF SIMULATOR GOLF SIMULATOR CRICKET SIMULATOR VR GAMING SHOOTING GAME PC GAMING VR GAMING W. TOILET M. TOILET OFFICE SPACE MECH. BULL 17'-6" remove office frm that space and give space for ahu unit inc the corridor space till the wheelchair door opens and leave apce for circulation 3'-10"
THIRD FLOOR PLAN
TERRACE FLOOR PLAN
27 7 6 5 3 1 4 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 27 29 26 28 30 22 21 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 27'-8" 15' 4' 3'-1" 5'-3" 10'-4" 18'-8" 27'-3" 6'-6" 4'-3" 46'-11" 27'-3" 19'-2" 22'-10" 10'-9" 8'-11" 29'-7" 22'-6" 22'-6" 3'-1" 5'-3" 10'-4" 18'-8" 13' 4'-4" 7' 4' 7' 8'-10" 32'-8" 14'-2" 13'-6" 11'-2" 4' 64'-6" 28'-3" 20'-6" 1' 18'-8" 1' 18'-8" 1' 1' 22'-6" 38' 11'-8" MIRRIOR MAZE CAFE BAR KITCHEN STORAGE UTILITY W. TOILET M. TOILET W. TOILET M. TOILET BOWLING VENDING MACHINE SHOE STORAGE MINI THEATRE MINI THEATRE COFFEE STATION FOREST STATION KARAOKE SERVICE ROOM ELEC. ROOM AHU CASH COUNTER 5' 3'-8"
FURNITURE LAYOUT
REFLECTED CEILING AND LIGHTING LAYOUT
SECTIONAL ELEVATION AA'
SECTIONAL ELEVATION BB'
28 A' UB A B' B 50'-3" 4' 4" 7'-2" 4" 4' 4' 4' 4' 3'-8" 4' 4' 4' 4' 4' 2'-9" 1'-6" 4' 4' 4' 4' 4' 4'' 21'-6" 100 MM SKIRTING 40 MM THICK UNDER LAYER OF CONCRETE (1:2:4) 100 MM THICK BASE LINE CONCRETE (1:6:12) 100 MM THICK SAND FILLING 50'-3" 7'-10" 2'-6" 2'-6" 4' 19'-6" 7'-4" 6'-1" 10'-11" 3'-10" 4'-11" 14'-3" 7'-11" 2'-6" 6' 2'-6" 5'-2" 2'-1" 6'-2" 3'-3" 21'-6" KEY PLAN
FLOORING
LAYOUT
LOBBY AND RECEPTION 50'-3" X 21'-6" FOOD KIOSK RECEPTION TABLE BRANDING LOBBY FURNITURES TERRAZZO TILE EPOXY TERRAZZO BRICK WALL 6 MM THICK TERRAZZO MIX MATERIAL: TERRAZZO TILE SIZE : 4' X 4' COST RS. 250/SQ FT MATERIAL: EPOXY TERRAZZO SIZE : CUSTOM COST : RS. 400/SQ FT PLAN SECTIONAL ELEVATION 4' 2'-6" 1'-6" TEMPERED GLASS TOP THIN PAPER RED ORANGE LED LIGHT WOOD 6" 2'-3" 2'
16'-5" 14'-3" 19'-8" 21'-6" 5W RECESSED LIGHT LED LINEAR TUBE LIGHT 18 W CEILING LAMP (FALL LIGHT) TRACK LIGHTS REFERENCE IMAGE CHANDILIER LED STRIP LIGHT(COVE LIGHT) LEVEL +4" LEVEL 0" LEVEL +4" 2'-8" 9'-1" 5'-4" 19'-10" 20' 6" CONCRETE SLAB ALUMINIUM SECTION TO SCREW GYPSUM BOARD 2'-6" BEAM DROP FALSE CEILING 3' DROP FROM TRUE CEILING FALSE CEILING 3'-6" FROM TRUE CEILING COVE LIGHT CHANDELIER DRY BUSH FOOD KIOSK AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR LOBBY FURNTURES TERRAZZO FLOORING ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT 6" CONCRETE SLAB ALUMINIUM SECTION TO SCREW GYPSUM BOARD 2'-6" BEAM DROP FALSE CEILING 3' DROP FROM TRUE CEILING FALSE CEILING 3'-6" FROM TRUE CEILING COVE LIGHT SELFIE STATION WITH LED LIGHTS BRANDING WITH VERTICAL GARDEN RECEPTION TABLE TERRAZZO FLOORING TRACK LIGHT 7' 3'-6" 15'-6" 12'-2" 20' FALL LIGHT INSPIRATION REFERENCE IMAGE SELFIE STATION RECEPTION
FLOORING DETAIL FURNITURE DETAIL
29 M odel LOUNGE VIEW RECEPTION VIEW
SECTIONAL ELEVATION BB'
30 A' A B' B 4" 2'-8" 1'-5" 4' 3'-6" 3'-6" 1'-2" 3'-7" 3'-5" 2'-10" STONE WALL CLADDING STEEL ROD 6" RCC SLAB WALL CABINET CHANDELIER BAR COUNTER GYPSUM FALSE CEILING 6" RCC SLAB HANGING GARDEN STEEL ROD TOY STORAGE CHANDELIER BAR COUNTER GYPSUM FALSE CEILING
SECTIONAL ELEVATION AA'
FURNITURE LAYOUT REFLECTED CEILING PLAN RECESSED LIGHT LED STRIP LIOGHTING WALL WASHER LIGHTS LEVEL +4" LEVEL +4" 4'X4' WOODEN FLOORING FLOORING LAYOUT 8" 6" TOY CAFE
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BAR VIEW RESTAURANT VIEW
CARPET
32 A' A B B' 1'-3" 2'-6" 7' 2'-6" 2'-6" 8' 6' 8' 8' 8' 7' 7' 1'-6" 7' 8' 2'-6" 2'-6" 2'-6" 4'-6" 3' 8' 8' 4' 4' 4' 2'-6" 1'-6" 8' 2'-6" 2'-6" 3' 7'-4" 3' 4'-6" 2'-6" 2'-6" 4'-6" 4'-6" 5'-6" 1'-8" 4' 4'-6" 1' 8' 14'-8" 34' 64'-2" FREE STANDING WATER FOUNTAIN FREE STANDING LAMP POTTED PLANTS LANDSCAPE SEATER COFFEE MACHINE CAFE FURNITURE
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BROWN CARPET TILE - BLUE
CERAMIC TILE
GLASS WOODEN FRAME WOODEN POST PERGOLA FREE STANDING WATER FOUNTAIN SEATING AREA GLASS PARTITION CARPET FLOORING FLOORING LAYOUT FURNITURE LAYOUT SECTIONAL ELEVATION BB' SECTIONAL ELEVATION AA' ELEVATION - PERGOLA 3' 4' 34' 43'-9" 62'-4" 27'-9" 43'-9" 14'-3" STAINED GLASS WOODEN FRAME
CARPET
8" 2'-6" 3' 6' 7' 5'-9" 10' 8" 2'-6" 3' 6' 7' 5'-9" 10' WOODEN SLAT SUPPORT ANGLED SUPPOET GLASS PARTITION WOODEN POST BASE CERAMIC TILE CAFE TABLE AND CHAIR 1' 3' 3'-1" 5'-7" 3'-8" 7" 10' (CLEAR)
THICK CARPET TILE 100 MM THICK BASE LINE CONCRETE 100 MM THICK SAND FILLING
CENMENTITIOUS
METAL DIVIDER STRIP BRICK WALL ADHESIVE FLOORING DETAIL
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STAINED
FREE STANDING LAMP OPEN SPACE FREE STANDING WATER FOUNTAIN SEATING AREA POTTED PLANTS
FLOORING
0.5''
0.3" THICK CERAMIC TILE
BOND COAT
SIZE : 3'X3' COST : RS. 80/SQ FT
MATERIAL: CARPET TILE
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REFERENCE ELEC ROOM 12'-5" KEY PLAN FOREST STATION
MATERIAL: PATTERNED CERAMIC TILE
: 4'X4'
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100/SQ FT FLOORING
“A design proposal for taavi that seamlessly blends eco-consciousness with timeless style.”
taavi
project: pop up store
semester: 3
typology: retail
built up area: 120 sq ft
site: SRM, Chennai
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In the realm of sustainable fashion, Taavi, a visionary clothing brand, unveils a design proposal that seamlessly blends eco-consciousness with timeless style. Drawing inspiration from nature’s raw beauty, our concept integrates organic textures, earthy hues, and sleek lines to embody the brand’s ethos of ethical craftsmanship.
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Craft details communicated on display frames: Unveiling the intricate embroidery and artistry that shaped the silhouette.
To help the customers understand that they are paying for more than just their product, portraits of local artists are displayed on the wall.
The branding, which serves as an accent, is set up in an abstract form of the traditional handloom machine.
The sandals were displayed on a circular frame that mimicked after tambour frames (embroidery hoops).
Geometric Blooms: Wall paintings intertwine floral motifs and geometric shapes, harmonizing natural beauty with abstract allure.
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An innovative bank head office where the spirit of a playground inspires a dynamic, collaborative environment, breaking traditional banking norms with vibrant colors and playful elements.
