4 months internship at Lavanya And Shankar Architects, Chennai
01 ENVISION
Project: School For The Blind
Project Area: 17520.72 sq.m.
Project Location: Porur, Chennai
This project aims at understanding the various ways in which the visually impaired individual relates to his/her environment, identifying how these interrelationships can be interpreted in architectural design to enable them to have a richer experience in any setting and illustrating it in an architectural proposal for a learning centre for the visually impaired.
Location: Porur, Chennai.
Total Area: 17520.72 sq.m.
OSR: 10%: 1752 SQ.M.
Maximum FSI: 2
The proposed site for the project lies in Porur, Chennai. The locality Porur falls in Thiruvallur district situated in Tamil Nadu. Karambakkam town.
Poonamallee Blind School and NIEPVD are present in the neighbourhood giving an opportunity to foster collaborative programs and share resources.
The area has a mix of residential properties ranging from affordable housing to upscale apartments catering to various income groups.
The site is located near Sri Ramachandra Hospital giving easy access emergency medical needs.
The area is served by multiple bus routes upcoming metro expansion may further enhance connectivity.
SITE CONTEXT ANALYSIS
UNIVERSAL DESIGN
“Universal Design” is a design that is meant to be most usable for the largest possible group of people. Story defines “Universal Design” as a design that is “[...] useable by people of all ages and abilities, to the greatest extent possible.
Sensory Landmarks like gardens are used to distinguish spaces with the help of different scents from plants.
MASTERPLAN
Vocational Training Block Exploded
Vocational Training Block East Elevation
South Site Elevation
HOSTEL BLOCK
Key Plan
Hostel
Hostel Block West Elevation
02 Flyover Nexus
Project Type: Urban Design
Project Area: 35904.67 sq.m.
Project Location: Medavakkam, Chennai
The project's aim is to transform the underutilized space beneath the flyover into a vibrant urban area, fostering community engagement, enhancing connectivity, and providing recreational facilities. This innovative design will create a dynamic, multifunctional environment, promoting safety, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal while addressing urban space challenges.
Location: Medavakkam, Chennai.
Total Area: 35904.67 sq.m.
Design Process
Walkability
Aspects
Medavakkam has witnessed significant residential development, making it a thriving residential hub.
It enjoys good connectivity with key areas in Chennai, including IT corridors like OMR and GST Road.
There's potential for increased commercial development, creating job opportunities and boosting the local economy.
Like many growing urban areas, Medavakkam faces challenges of traffic congestion, especially during peak hours.
Some parts might lack well-developed infrastructure, impacting the overall quality of life.
MAMBAKKAM NODE
OVERPASS
EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW
NODE
Keyplan
Pedestrian Crossings: Mid-block
03 TROPOS
Project: Residential Apartments
Project Area: 19258 sq.m.
Project Location: MRC Nagar, Chennai
The project is situated in a premium residential neighbourhood in Chennai. The objective of this project is to design luxury residences including communal ammenities and a clubhouse. The residences would also be offering a panoromic view towards the sea and allow cool sea breeze to flow in throughout the day creating a pleasant ambience.
Site Details Design Process
Location: MRC Nagar, Chennai
Total Area: 19258 sq.m.
Maximum FSI: 2
FSI Achieved: 1.78
OSR: 10%: 1925.8 sq.m.
MRC Nagar is a premium residential neighborhood in Chennai.
The site is situated along the banks of Adyar river.
It is a posh area comprising multi-storey apartments by well- known developers. The site is accessible through two junction points along Greenways road.
The site has proximity to essential amenities.
Transitional Space
Transitional Spaces are the connecting in between Spaces
Transition Space between two destinations
Transition Space between two static spaces
Entrance: transitional relationship between two distinct spaces. Linking space between two or more spaces. eg: courtyards, verandas, corridors, stairs, ramps.
Transition Space between nature and built form
Transitional spaces for communal amenities
To connect nature and landscape - backyard, courtyard, pavilions.
Semi open enclosure: Balconies, terraces, chhatri, trellis.
Circulation Space
Circulation refers to the movement of people through, around and between buildings and other parts of the built environment.
Public circulation. Private circulation.
Use of pergolas, pathways, aisles, foyers, lobbies to connect distinct spaces.
Path-space relationship: indoor circulation to be made short, safe and accessible. recreational outdoor circulation through transitional spaces.
Spatial Hierarchy
The articulation of the importance or significance of a form or space by its size, shape or placement relative to the other forms and spaces of the organization.
Vertical circulation - stairs and ramps.
Closed circulation - corridors
Open circulation - atrium. Horizontal circulation - corridors
Hierarchy by size: If one element is larger than another element in the design, it will appear more hierarchical.
Hierarchy by placement: A form or space may be strategically placed to call attention to itself as the most important element in a composition.
Hierarchy by shape: A form or shape can be made visually dominant by differentiating its shape from other elements in the composition.
1. Entry 2. Exit
3. Security Cabin
4. Visitor Two Wheeler Parking
5. Visitor Car Parking
6. Entrance Drop Off Point
7. Transformer Yard
8. STP
9. Pump Room
10. Garden Walkway
11. Grocery Store
12. ATM
13. Salon
14. Badminton Court
15. Multipurpose Court
16. Kids Outdoor Play Area
17. Outdoor Gym
18. Swimming Pool
19. Pool Deck
20. Landscaping with covered seating
21. Landscaping
22. Informal Gathering Spot
23. WTP
FORM EVOLUTION
Penthouse Floor Plan
4BHK Even Floor Plan
04 SAMVARDHAN
Project Type: Youth Empowerment Centre
Project Area: 10290 sq.m.
Project Location: Nandambakkam, Chennai
The aim of this project is to create a youth development centre to not only upskill and educate youth for better job opportunities but also to improve their mental health and well being by utilizing the therapeutic effect of architecture as well as enable youth from various sectors to a common space and to create a symbiotic relationship via networking.
Site Details
Location: Nandambakkam, Chennai.
Total Area: 10290 sq.m.
OSR: 10%: 1029 sq.m.
Maximum FSI: 2
Road Width: 30m
Design Process
Boosting productivity and performance of youth by creating salubrious spaces with the principles of therapeutic architecture. The space should be well connected to the natural environment as it would benefit the users in a psychological, social and physical way.
Viewing garden through window
Reading / doing work outside
The site is located opposite to Chennai Trade Center along Mount Poonamallee Road. It is connected to all parts of the city and is accessible through different modes of public transportation.
It is situated in a moderate economic zone which is easily identified by people who are new in town.
The surrounding is already in use and remembered by youth.
Eating with others
Natural Light is more pleasurable and calming than artificial light.
If a building is harmonious and close to nature, it has a positive effect on the environment.
Improved acoustics can have a positive effect on the psychosocial environment.
Thereby, stimulating all the senses transforms the interaction between people and the built environment.
Outdoor Spaces:
Landscaped grounds
Landscaped setback
Courtyard Plaza
Roof Garden
Paved Walkway
Raised Beds
Water Features
Patio
Viewing Garden
Landscape Lighting
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
FIRST FLOOR PLAN
AERIAL VIEWS
G.L.
G.L.
Section BB’
Section AA’
Architectural Sketches (Manual)
Design Theme:
Seamless Striations
Spatial relation through seamless striations which refer to the design flow through patterns created using straight lines.
