The Unfolded Davincian Dream

0. About Studio

1. Design Boot Camp

1.1 Architecture as Architecture

Gallery house

Abin Design Studio

1.2 Interior Design Sensibility

Baba’s restaurant

Harmit Singh

1.3 Interior Design Specialisation

Tori Tori Santafe Restaurant

Esrawe Architects

Module 01

2. Developing the Hypothesis

The BIG Re-think Tectonic Materiality of Interior Elements

Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel

Studio Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu

Assistants: Jay Odharia, Jhanavi Parikh

Brief Outline:

The Big Rethink is a series of postgraduate interior design studios focused on developing a multitude of notions, approaches, positions and arguments within the interior design field.

This semester, the fourth one in the series, the studio challenges the concept of Tectonic Materiality of interior elements. It offers an opportunity to develop a design position in different contexts by questioning preconceived notions of interior design. It emphasizes the relationship between Interior elements and tectonic materiality through experience, organization and construction.The studio focuses on representing experiential and ephemeral qualities, planning and organising strategies, detailing and construction techniques, exploring the relationship of interior elements and tectonic materiality.

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this studio unit, the student will be able to:

Ability to develop a systematic argument/position/approach on the interdependence between interior techniques and practice. Ability to translate/represent the design argument/position/ approach through 3- dimensional and material based outcomes. Ability to organize and evaluate the programmatic and pragmatic potential of derived design position.

Ability to build a design vocabulary and test it through the selected context (site/program).

Exploded Isometric showing the central design element for Tori Tori Santa Fe restaurant as Interior Design Specialzation

Ex. 01 | Specialisation of sensibilities

Knowing Architecture and Interior Sensibilities & Interior Specialisation

Tori Tori Santa fe Restaurant ESRAWE Architects New mexico

Week 01-04 | Design Boot-Camp Process:

Inspired by the subtlety and sobriety of Japanese craftsmanship, with a serene and monochromatic atmosphere, the project seeks to emphasize the scale of the space with two suspended elements made of oak wood. Its texture and monumental expression evoke the association of the construction of Samurai armour, especially an armour called dō. One of these elements frames a take-out food space called grab & go, and the largest one stands as a radial fireplace on the main teppanyaki table. Both are transformed into light objects that define and delimit the two poles of the restaurant with their scale.

Exploded image showing planar separation of functions through interior elements

Exploded image showing the highlight interior elements

Ex. 02 | Design Optimization

Familiarising - “Know it more through - Optimization”

Abstraction through optimization

The through and though dissection of the interior elements in terms of their performtive behaviour gives more idea about the optimization from exaction to abstraction.

Keeping in mind the essence of the project and the nature of the environment , we extracted the core ideology behind the design and through the lens of specialization we deduced several products from multiple factor.

This gave us the calculated abstraction of the interior project.

Final bootcamp model

One point perspective showing the curved wooden central piece

Side elevation showing the integration of the modules

Process photos

Matrices generating statement

Ex. 01 | Tectonics & Materiality

Part 01 | Exploring concepts of Tectonic Materiality

Hypothesis generation Through Matrices

Process:

The methodology for deriving the hpothesis starts with dissecting several modern interior design projects in it’s element as image,Element as program,Notion of space,Idea of volume,System of volume,Elemental configuration and then deriving a X x Y statement at the end.

This Statement is furthur put into a grid with statements fom other projects under the same pipeline and then this produces a final deduced statement which the Hypothesis which needs to be prven in 3 roles by us.

Generating the synthesis from Current modern practices (Elemenopi)

Generating the synthesis from Current modern practices (The Manzoni restaurant)

Generating the synthesis from project representing historical era(The Pub)

Generating the synthesis from Collaborative Practices(Ten Bamboo Studio)

Generating the synthesis from project representing historical era(Saint Fransesc Church)

Hypothesis Generation from all the 9 Synthesis statements from 9 different projects having different design approaches

Design interventions for FA Double Height

FA Double height, CEPT Site Attributes Analysis

Module 02 | Role 01 Historical practices through a project representing an ‘era’ Process:

Carrying the methodology furthur we started the dissecting the atributes for CEPT FA. Dealing with a such a legendary site, our prime focus was to preserve its authenticity and its essence with utmost sincerety and conciousness.

Given the two sites Sagara basement anf FA double height we analyzed both of them first with the visual attributes and then the factoral qualities emerging out of the product of two or more qualities.

This empowered us to design the space making elements generated out of the site.

Module 02 | Role 01 Historical practices through a project representing an ‘era’

Sagara Basement, CEPT

Process:

Sagara basement as a site is a whole new spectrum of possibilities even being a part of the same building.

The site which is a passageway froms a nice framing for the north lawns,the central glazed kota being the single reflective surface stiches the environment with the interior.

The junctions being mutually perpendicular to each other allowed us to play with the rectilinear modules as a unit and then modulating and orienting it furthur as Interior space making elements.

Caption for the Image

Design interventions for FA Staircase lobby

FA Double height, CEPT Site Attributes Analysis

Module 02 | Role 01 Historical practices through a project representing an ‘era’ Process:

Carrying the methodology furthur we started the dissecting the atributes for CEPT FA. Dealing with a such a legendary site, our prime focus was to preserve its authenticity and its essence with utmost sincerety and conciousness.

Given the two sites Sagara basement anf FA double height we analyzed both of them first with the visual attributes and then the factoral qualities emerging out of the product of two or more qualities.

This empowered us to design the space making elements generated out of the site.

Previous Iterations

Design interventions for FA Staircase Lobby

Design interventions for FA

Design interventions for Sagara Basement (Initial iterations)

Design interventions for Sagara basement (Initial iterations)

Comparison through the premise

Architecture as Architecture, Interior Design

Sensibility, Interior Design

Architecture as Architecture

Visual linkage through gradual graduation

Converging perspective lines to creating Indexical framing

Use of South West direct sun for direct sun angles

Interior

design sensibility Interior design specialization

Inducing porousity through vertical wooden partitions.

Repeatation of elements as a system in linearity.

Baffle ceiling dissecting the perspective lines

Using exposed conrete walls as a canvas for Davinci’s paintings

Reflective surface treatment on top and peripheral walls in order to increase the diffused sunlight intake.

Using wood and metal grid complementing the overall idea for exhibition.

Role 02 | ORGANIZING ‘MATERIALITY’

Current modern practices through a project representing a ‘Standardization’ 1. Design approach and process 2. Detail drawings 3. Criteria for material selection

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Part section showing the curved copper ceiling and the interior elements

Week 09-11

Module 02 | Role 02 | Organizing ‘Materiality’

Current modern practices through a project representing a ‘Standardization’

Divya Shanti Campus Flying Elephant Studio Bangalore

Process:

The soutth east side of the existing building recieves the direct sunlight through a series of louvres which casts strong staggered shadows on the floor. Taking this idea foreword I chose to complement the existing character of th site by furthur enhancing it by providing a panoramic wrap around ceiling which willSo the curved copper wall at the backdrop acts as a concave surface for all the direct shadows at the floor.

Inontrast my interior elements hanging from the ceiling having intermediate diffused acrylic light panels allows partial penetration of the light source.

This allows the copper surface to reflect the diffused light from the acrlic light panels and lit up the entire double height providing an immersive effect for the users at the night.

In the intermediate level of the double height a carved out space for davinci’s exhibit (THE WING) has been provided for it to suspend freely from the copper ceiling in order to provide a multi-level viewing experience for the users.

2nd floor level plan showing Dream machines along with the

3rd floor level plan showing Dream machines along with the

CRITERIA FOR MATERIAL SELECTION

Wood is used as a primay material for ceilling as well as for overall space. The individual modules are being made of wood and stainles steel. various orientations and combinations form my interior spaces through collective assemby justifying my Hypoth esis.The used of red tinted laquered glass has been wisely done on the pre existing reflective Kota stone defining the central datum point for the design.This justifies the inside outside relation of our space by reflecting the over all surrounding in the central part of the space.This combines the entire surrounding with our interior exhibition space thus establishing an intimate relation within each other.

Isometric view showing the design elements in response to the chosen exhibit

Ceiling fixation and tectonics details

HOW MATERIALS ARE BEING USED

Copper sheets add a luxe appeal when used as wall panelling or for cladding furniture. It is lustrous, has a long life and can endure most environments. “Its other properties like mallea bility and light weight make it highly popular amongst designers who make fur niture. Moreover, copper requires less maintenance and cleaning.

6 mm copper sheets have been used here in parts to form the curved profile.

Part section at AA’ showing Dream machines along with the design interventions at 3rd floor level

Sectional isometric showing the Elelmental and exhibit configuration for the double height

Sectional perspective showing the curved copper ceiling fixation

Sectional details of various junctions and contact points

Extracted cnceptual diagrams from the selected projects justifying the Hypothesis statement

Elements forming ornamentation

Qualia restaurant

Collective assembly of modules forming interior # 7 southlands, Square

Space making modules forming interior and

making forming and exhibits

Sou Fujimoto, V&A museusm

Collective modules forming space program through part tion and structural systems Social cum Distancing Bar,Delhi

Black and white image of Role 3 image inspired by an Alfred Hitchkock Classic

Week 12-16

Module 02 | Role 03 | Materialising the Interior Specialisation Collaborative practices through a project representing an ‘identity’

Compatible Contradictions

A seamless Dominance

Process:

The design approach for Role 3 was rather contradictory and it questioned the notions of modern day exhibition dessign,complementing the mindset of Davinci during his period. The progressiveness of his mind can be seen in his dream machines. This inclination of his thaughts inspired me to orient my Role 3 design in that direction where i can challenege the stereotypical notions of Floor, ceiling,walls etc.

1st iteration of 3d render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

1st iteration of 3d render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

2nd iteration of 3d render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

2nd iteration of Black & White render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

Criteria for material selection

The maintenance of furniture constructed from this material is minimal since it is not porous and resists stains as they do not penetrate the surface, making it easy to clean. Due to this advantage, and the absence of joints, Corian surfaces are great for minimal

Criteria for use of material

Corian comes in a variety of colours and models. When designing fixtures with Cori an, the cost varies depending on whether the furniture is straight, such as the pro fessionally-designed one in this image, or if it has curves, special design features or unusual widths. Even so, the price of the material is in the average-high range, but is more reasonable if we opt for standard sizes, for example, by choosing worktops with 60 cm width. While its cost is the main handicap of this material, if you consid er that its warranty is 10 years, it is worth the investment.

How the materials are being used

Used as a top surface for the morphed elements. it is applied on top of a layer of plexiply which is suported through a 12 mm ply waffle truss.The greatest advan tage Corian presents is its versatility in interior design. The moldable material can be designed to make the curvaceous piece of furniture you want for your home or workplace. The object has certain transparency to allow light to pass through and appear illuminated. This property is held by very materials like onyx. The mate rial is relatively stain-resistant and can be cleaned with great ease by using some soap and water. While the material is readily available in the market in pre-cut and pre-designed forms, it can be tailored to suit the requirements of the design.

Material Application

Design Developement Concept

Solid Surface

Surface Intersections Grid Divisions for Intersections

Highlighting the surface intersections

Rejecting the residue

Surface extractions as modules

Smoothening edges for final modules as interior elements

3rd iteration of 3d render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

3rd iteration of Black & White render showing Dream machines in a self designed environment with no architecture shell

Forward:

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