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PORTFOLIO ARUNIMA NAIR

“Whatever we end up building, builds us.”

I’m a Bachelor’s degree student from the College of Architecture Trivandrum. I’m passionate about exploring unconventional aspects of architecture and design. My portfolio showcases some of my academic work over the past three years, as well as my experience in art direction. ARUNIMA NAIR Student Architect Hello, arunima.nair.barch20@gmail.com Trivandrum, Kerala 9061840612 arunimaa.nair

DOB

06 May, 2002

SOFTWARE SKILLS

DRAFTING

AutoCad

LANGUAGES

Malayalam, Hindi, English

OTHER SKILLS

Sports/ Athletics

Dancing, Painting ( All medium)

Creative direction

COMPETITIONS

LBT 2021

CPK 2022

GSEN 2022

DESIGN PROCESS

3D MODELING

Sketchup

RENDERING

Lumion

Enscape

PRESENTATION

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Case Studies, Scribbles

Model Making

“Jindagi aur makkan ek haseen khwab hein jisme jeene ki chahat honi chahiye”

SETHU Information Centre 1. SAYA Residence 2. C O N T E N T S
MW Hotel 3. Miscellaneous Works 4.

Information Centre SETHU

The tourist information centre provides access to information about the area, transport facilities and prevailing tourism. The building also has a small restaurant adjoining it for refreshments.

01.

SETHU Information Centre

The whole concept revolves around the connection between the site and the akkulam bridge. Therefore the dtructure is to reflect the surrounding. Hence, the glass bridge and the water body under it.

SPACES

As we enter the site through the drive way the information centre is approached. The first block consists of waiting area and information desk. A cylindrical aquarium surrounded by seating is situated in the centre. As one passes the glass bridge, under which the water body is present, the next block is approached where the restaurant, kitchen. staff space and washroom is situated

SAYA

Residence

Designing a residence for a couple and elderly member. A boutique adjoins the residence based on user study and site analysis.

Semester IV

Site- Pattom, Trivandrum

02.

SAYA Residence

The boutique is provided to the front and the space os protruded to differentiate it with the entrance of the house.

Above the boutique is the theatre space and the library adjoins overlooking the courtyard.

The inhabitants of the building, consisting of a couple and their elderly mother, required space for a boutique and a library with workspace.

The portion along the flight of stairs is glazed which naturally lights the buiding irrespective of its narrowness. The stairs lead to the first floor which consists of 2 bedrooms, library and a theatre space

The site is located in Pattom along the branch of the main road. It is situated almost 300 meters from the main junction. A canal runs behind the site. The site is very narrow with some native vegetations and is slightly marshy.

The courtyard has a jali wall through which the sunlight enters and provide a serene feel. The courtyard also promotes stalk effect and enhanced ventilations. A tree is also situated here to show a play of light and shadow.

SET OUT PLAN

Hotel Design

A beachfront luxury hotel that offers breathtaking ocean view with serene and fun experience.

Semester IV

Site- Vizhinjam, Trivandrum

03.

BRANDING AND FEATURES

Analysis and Inference

The site is away from the central hub of the city and is commonly reached via NH66. Trivandrum Intl. Airport and Thampanoor Railway Station are both almost 15 km away and are reached via NH66. Vizhinjam Port, Vizhinjam International Port, and Adani Port are all closer in proximity to the site and are only about 1 km away from the site.

Replacing the traditional lobby with the "living room" concept allows guests to gather at the bar, providing a distinct experience different from traditional hotels, especially when combined with the adjoining boutique.

W Brand's swanky bars, lounges, and trendy in-house restaurants have a strong appeal to a younger crowd. The hotel also offers fitness centers and Bliss and Away detox centers, promoting the #Detoxtorefox concept.

In-room Jacuzzi suites can significantly enhance and differentiate the guest experience, leading to improved room rates and repeat traffic.

The hotel provides both outdoor and indoor spaces to host parties, concerts, ramp walks, and fashion shows, showcasing the culture and couture of Kerala.

W aims to create a platform that combines a taste of contemporary chic with Manish Malhotra's designs, capturing an epitome of royalty and subtlety.

There is a variety of slope gradients on site, ranging from very steep (<1:6) to relatively flat land (>1:20). Here is an equal abundance of walkable and drivable slopes that can be utilized to make walkways, driveways, etc. Most flat areas are towards the center of the plot.

The relatively immediately water collection

middle of the site, however, contains a relatively flat portion which comes immediately after a steep slope where water could stagnate. Proper drainage and collection systems must be put in place.

The first three floors follow the same form and have almost the same circulations, whereas the typical floors are V-shaped.

SPACES

The ground floor consists of the boutique and the banquet space for the guests. It also includes back-of-house (BOH) areas, parking, and other services.

The first floor leads to all the dining and concert hall located above the banquet area. BOH facilities and parking are also provided on this floor.

The second floor features the spa, beauty parlor, sauna, detox to retox center, specialty restaurant, and the pool area.

The top five floors comprise the typical guest spaces and suites, extending towards the end of the V shape.

Such a form allows the structure to complement the site because of its narrowness. To provide a view to the beach from the hotel, an A-like shape has been given so that the slant provides the maximum visual experience.

Restaurant adjoins the pool area, with most of it glazed to provide the best experience regarding the view from the restaurant.

The pool is designed in a way that it appears to blend with the sea, creating an exciting and memorable space.

TYPICAL FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR GROUND FLOOR

04. Miscellaneous Tiny House

Tiny House

Miniscule is a tiny residence which can accomodate a single person or a couple. The main concept behind the design is to provide maximumutility and functionality within a small and confined built space.

A R T D I R E C T I O N

Freelancing Art Direction and Set Designing has become one of my new found passion. Taught me about working in branding field and to cooperate with a team and enjoy my work.

P A I N T I N G S

“Painting Keeps me going!”

NASA TROPHIES

2021-2023 LBT 2021-22 CPK 2022-23
GSEN 2022-23

PRODUCT DESIGN Bunk Bed

Product Design BUNK BED

Thank You! arunima.nair.barch20@gmail.com arunimaa.nair

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