Design Portfolio- Akshaya Ashok

2022

Akshaya Ashok Kumar Po r tfo l i o

2023

INDEX PROJECT 1

Architecture

Al Taqlid Center

PROJECT 2

UX/UI Design

EVENTR Mobile App

PROJECT 3

Branding Design

Amore Design

ARCHITECTURE 2022

Project Details: Architecture Thesis Project Duration: 6 Months

AL TAQLID CENTER FOR ARTS & CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE

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AQLID CENTER is a chance to visually and emotionally connect people. The project concept is to bring togetherness in the diverse community of Dubai.

My Dissertation research topic was “Cultural Disparities and Vernacularisation of Architecture in the U.A.E”. I have addressed many socially relevant topics in this design project:

1. Importance of designed space for Cultural exchange. U.A.E is a multicultural country with almost 88% of it’s population from around the world, while the emiratis make up only about 12% of the overall population index. Therefore, there is a possibility that people overwhelmed and intimidated. This project is focused on the user groups who face isolation and discrimination or are simply curious about the people around them.

2. People can network and showcase traditional and cultural programs, conduct seminars and exhibitions, and share local or traditional cuisines and entertainment programs.

3. Supporting local and small businesses, encouraging them to exchange economic views and providing insight on market trends in participating hosts.

4. Encouraging healthy habits by including walking ramps, cycling tracks, and complementing the surrounding landscape to provide seamless fluid movement within the center.

5. Accessibility and Inclusivity: The center is designed with priority to senior citizens and people of determination with ease of connecting to public transport. Private parking facilities for visitors are also designed as required by the law of the Dubai Government.

6. Sustainable Design Features: Each block within the center has a design element blocking the direct sun

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The site is located near a • cultural center that hosts local programs and award ceremonies.

It is opposite Mamzar beach which is a landmark with good views.

Good public accessibility with bus stops nearby.

Availability of RTA public parking

There are no particular historic or cultural development facilities around the area.

SI T E ANALYSIS LOCATION: AL MAMZAR,DEIRA, DUBAI • • •

Location Coordinates: 25.32°N 55.35°E The majority is occupied by residential buildings and amenities connected by an immense road network.

Al Mamzar Dubai is one of the earliest waterfront projects in Dubai, located in the northeastern region.

Since its beginning, it has housed many households, while some projects are fairly recent and focus on providing more residences, offices, and recreational areas.

WHY AL MAMZAR? •

Al Mamzar is a stronghold for people to come by and relax, with stunning walkways along the beach. It is usual to see people come around and have a dip in the beach during the evening or early morning. It is also a major community center place, usually busy during weekends and public holidays where families come together. It’s a quiet place, away from the hustle of the city, providing peace of mind to visitors.

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The project will be able to • cater to the residents of the area since there are no • such facilities nearby.

Beachside site will provide a cooler microclimate.

May attract more visitors since Mamzar is a place where people come for small leisure activities.

It can affect the natural quiet environment.

The architectural style of the existing buildings might not relate with the project.

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URBAN LEGIBIILIT Y

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Al Mamzar Beach Park is a popular destination for both locals and visitors. The island, the community in Dubai, and the rest of the Al Mamzar area in Sharjah make up this beachside attraction in Dubai.

Major Road Network Minor Road Network Existing Bus Stops View of water and Cityscape

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BUILDING HEIGHTS

Predominantly G+1 of the residential area

Adjacent cultural centers Residential Commercial Facilities Utilities Green space G+1 to G+2 G+3P+15 to G+3P+20

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Interactive nodes between the building blocks

LANDUSE

Al Mamzar is a predominantly residential area Facilities like schools, health centers, shopping center, petrol station, DEWA etc are also available.

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URBAN MOBILIT Y

Existing bus stops are convinient since it stops at all nearby facilities and leads to the nearby metro station.

CLIMAT IC AND CON T EX TUAL ANALYSIS BUILT VS UNBUILT SPACES The build environment around the sites are mostly residential and government buildings.

Unbuilt spaces are either used as play grounds or left unused.

Al Mamzar Beach

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There are two Major road connections which joins to the main junction: Al Mamzar Rd (Cairo Street ; Baghdad Street); D82 (Al Naif Road; Al Rasheed St); Al Mamzar Beach Rd (Provides with direct access to the site); All are 3 lane roads, total width :one way 10.5m

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The public can take Bus C28 which runs around mamzar Dubai International Airport is only 10 mins (6 km) away from Mamzar

ARCHI TECTURAL CON TEX T AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE

Public Transport: Unbuilt Built

CLIMAT E ANALYSIS Average Temperature: • • • • •

Cairo Street

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Collector Roads

High: 48°C(July- August) Low: 23°C(July- August) High:27°C(Dec-Jan) Low: 10°C(Dec-Jan)

Sunpath: Al Mamzar Beach Rd Pedestrian Access

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Mamzar is known to embrace both the vernacular and modern architectural styles and houses many governmental bodies and cultural center in the Islamic context.

The site has adjacent cultural centers which are currenlty used occasionally for award ceremonies, lectures, seminars and for hosting government events.

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South-east to North East during day.

North West to North East during night.

The area naturally has light and comfortable breeze occasionaly due to the beach.

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Humidity

The sun rises from the North-west, • reaches the peak in south east • and sets in the south-west.

Highest in July goes upto 89% Lowest in January upto 1% 1.The Cultural and Scientific Association

Pedestrian Crossing

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Contours: The site is mostly flat

with a slight contour from 1m to 3m.

Flora & Fauna:

The land currently lies barren.

Migratory birds are often found in the area in the colder months.

Cloud Condition:

Mostly stays clear throughout the year May tend to be slightly cloudy in colder months

Average Precipitation: Light

rainfall occur during the months on December (5mm) to March (13mm)

2.Dubai International Holy Quran Award

3.Muhammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Est.

PLOT AREA: 0.499 SQ.K M GROUND COV ERAGE: 6244.977 SQ.M BUILT UP AREA: 11623.34SQ.M LEGENDS SITE ENTRY POINTS LOADING/UNLOADING SPACES 2

BUILDING ENTRY POINTS PARKING SPACES FOOD KIOSKS

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WALKING/ CYCLING TRACK 3

POTENTIAL VIEWS PEDESTRIAN ACCESS

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Building Heights +9.725M

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+14.7 M

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+10.7 M

SITE PLAN

SITE SECTION 1-1’

SITE SECTION 2-2’

KEYPLAN

LEARNING

INTERCONNECTION AND CROSS CULTURAL

CONCEP T

DESIGN DEVELOPNMEN T

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RECREATION

Movement in the terms of natural landscape(like waves or desert dunes) and artistic (dance moves and swift movements).

The natural landscape is one of the cultural aspect of any place and serves as an identity to the natives of the place.

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Understanding a culturally valued place was important for design development, where people would be engaged with each other and encouraged to learn and be appreciated.

Space mapping and zoning were done on the basis of the functions and the nature of the spaces required (introverted, extroverted spaces).

Learning and improving skills, along with appreciating upcoming artisans and encouraging young minds.

Physical and mental connect with people regardless of their cultural background.

Enjoy and appreciate different art and festivities from different parts of the world.

Leisure activities where each individual feels valued and relax

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DESIGN FEATURES • •

Cycling Track Detail

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Site Plan was designed incoperating parking facilities, inclusive for all.

There are active cycling tracks alongside encouraing local or nearby visitors and which may also be utilised as play areas for CamScanner children Food kiosks and gathering courts are also placed around each block, making it possible for the visitors to meet and greet people The patterned designs is a wayfinding system with each open end leading to a main entrance and the bigger circles represents the gathering area with the food carts and sitting spaces..

PERFORMANCE AND ART

GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

ARTISTRY & SOCIAL CONNECT Any form of art is a part of history, tradition, and culture. There is provision for studios and workshops where artists or anyone who is interested in learning could book themselves with classes and be a part of a wider audience. Artists can get feedback from critics and improve themselves. It is designed with a serene view of the beach on the opposite street. People from different cultural backgrounds are given chances and are encouraged to conduct music, art or drama, performances, live or recorded with the audience on stage.

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FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

SERVICE/UTILITY ROOM EMERGENCY STAIRCASE TOILETS/PRAYER ROOM ELAVATORS LEGEND 1. LOBBY 2. MULTIFUNTIONAL HALL 3. PREPARATION HALL 4. LOADING/UNLOADING AREA 5. ARTIST WAITING ROOM 6. STAGE 7. AUDITORIUM 8. SNACK BAR/TICKET COUNTERS 9. ENTRY TO THE HALL 10. PLAY ARENA 11. PERFORMANCE HALL LOUNGE 12. STORE 13. ART STUDIO 14. REHEARSAL AREA 15. DANCE STUDIO

An open spill out area (open courtyard) was designed specifically giving access to the artists who perform on the stage where they can cool off or take a break .

MUSEUM & EXHIBITIONS

GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

SERVICE/UTILITY ROOM EMERGENCY STAIRCASE TOILETS/PRAYER ROOM ELAVATORS

ARCHIVES AND TECHNOLOGY

LEGEND 1. LOBBY 2. TALENT ARCHIVE 3. RAMP TO MUSEUM 4. LOADING/UNLOADING AREA 5. MUSEUM STORE 6. RESTORATION 7. LIBRARY 8. SEATING AREA 9. CAFE/CONFECTIONERY 10. INTERACTIVE MUSEUM 11. MUSEUM WALL 12. VIEWING BALCONY 13. DANCE STUDIO 14. STAFF AREA

Understanding tradition and ethnic styles is important to being in a multicultural society.

This block gives a multisensory experience with a lot happening within. The gallery and exhibition space ends on the first floor, where people are met with an interactive modern museum with designated installation space followed by a viewing deck to the open amphitheater at the ground level. Besides the museum, cafe or restaurant space is also provided.

The interactive museum indulge a wider audience. This way it is creatively informative and encourages user participation. Active engagement is ensured with design and technology incorporated in light, visuals, and touch systems where visitors can explore and have firsthand experience.

L E I S U R E & R E C R E AT I O N

RELAX AND INDULGE

Shared experiences help people break the ice and form a bond wherein people can get a glimpse of the lives of others from different cultural backgrounds.

People with membership or regular customers can access the swimming pool and gym on the ground floor and the clubhouse on the second floor. Apart from this, a restaurant is also situated on the second floor with seating options (indoor and outdoor) overlooking the interactive space and the two other blocks.

GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:1000

SERVICE/UTILITY ROOM EMERGENCY STAIRCASE TOILETS/PRAYER ROOM ELAVATORS

LEGEND 1. LOBBY (WITH RECEPTION) 2. CAFE 3. GYM 4. STORE 5. TRAINER’S ROOM 6. SWIMMING POOL 7. POOL DECK 8. PUMP ROOM 9. CLUB HOUSE 10. SNACK BAR 11. WAITING AREA 12. SMOKING AREA 13. RESTAURANT OUTDOOR SEATING 14. RESTAURANT KITCHEN 15. RESTAURANT INDOOR SEATING 16. CASHIER

Organic Soft Cozy Trendy PROJECT DETAIL: Freelance DURATION: 1 month (August 2023)

Baby Ca re B R A N D I N G P R O J E C T

Brief: Create an appropriate and consistent visual system, and timeless logo.

Amore is a fashion company specializing in trendy baby clothes targeting young couples. The company prefer gender neutral setting with minimalist design. Client wanted to emphasize sustainability and timeless design.

The main design challenge was to create designs which satifies the parents and looks fresh on babies.

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