Portfolio- Devi Mahesh Kulkarni

Portfolio (Selected Works 2017-23)

Devi Mahesh Kulkarni DESIGNER

Devi Mahesh Kulkarni DESIGNER A designer with expertise in spatial design and over one year of professional experience in

architecture, I bring a blend of creativity and practicality to my projects. I am a critical thinker who envisions usability in every aspect of my design, ensuring it not only meets aesthetic

standards but also enhances functionality. As a hard-working and proactive individual, I thrive in collaborative environments, consistently delivering innovative solutions.

I certify that the work included in this portfolio is my own original work. Work included which was conducted as a part of a team or other group is indicated and attributed as such - the

other team members are named and a true description of my role in the project is included.

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01. Smart Streetscape

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03. Social Distancing Housing

Pg. 15-16

02. Intermodal Transit Hub, Balewadi 04. Refugee House

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Pg. 09-14 Pg. 17-19

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Smart Streetscape Pune, India Urban Design and Research | Academic | 2020

An analysis of the Smart Cities Mission of the Government of India, Drafting Policies and Strategies, Executive Framework Preparation and Design Concept Proposal

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SITE ANALYSIS: Baner Road, Pune

Proposed metro line will follow path overhead

30m wide major road

Primarily a residential area

Retail on the ground floor

Cyclists and joggers observed on site

URBAN FABRIC- BUILT/UNBUILT

STREET SECTION

LAND-USE ANALYSIS

IDENTIFICATION OF ISSUES:

• No transit-oriented development

• Absence of organised parking • Crowded footpaths • Heavy traffic

BUILDING HEIGHTS

ACTIVITY ANALYSIS

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I.T. Integration

DESIGN SOLUTION: •

Central green corridor for enhanced user experience through biophilia

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ioT integration- Public transport tracking apps, free access Wi-Fi, citizen feedback booths

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Public transport infrastructure- promoting non-motorized transport

e-cycle stands- Tracking, integration with public transit infrastructure, online booking and payment

Streamlined vehicular movement through traffic assesment via cameras Pedestrian and cyclist safety

Accessibility for differently abled

Textured roads to avoid accidents 06

public furniture access to the internet

pedestrian safety

e-cycle stand online tracking, booking and payment

incorporating nonmotorized transport

designing for hawkers and small shops

ample parking and online tracking

STREET SECTIONS

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promoting public transport online tracking, booking and payment accessibility

DESIGN SOLUTION

PARKING SPACES CORRESPONDING WITH ACTIVITY

IDENTIFYING ENCROACHMENTS

UNINTERRUPTED FOOTPATHS AND CYCLING TRACK

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Intermodal Transit Hub Pune, India Undergraduate Thesis | Academic | 2022

Design thesis with research on the public transit in Balewadi, Pune and a design proposal for a transit hub connecting the multiple modes of public transport in the city.

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The research originates from a site in north-west Pune,

uniquely located in terms of transport infrastructure, at an intersection of expressway, upcoming metro and local

bus terminal point. The aim of the research is to check the

viability of an intermodal hub on subject site and shortlist the modes of transport to be integrated.

Visual Analysis

The site is clearly visible upon entry to the city as well as while exiting the city, any structure on the site will serve as a landmark.

Activity Analysis

On the west of the site, heavy vehicular activity, noise and pollution are observed. On the north of the site, a substantial amount of pedestrian

and slow vehicular activity. The third access road on the east is a lane with practically no activity.

The north face will be the closest to the upcoming metro station and will serve as a better pedestrian as well as vehicular entry.

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To Mumbai

Balewadi Stadium Complex

ZONING:

Public zone: Intermodal connectivity

Commercial with highway frontage

The most important design consideration in the project is the flow of

pedestrians, public transport and intercity buses on site. Preferably no

or minimum intersection of their paths should occur. The zoning is done keeping in consideration this factor as well as minimising road areas as much as possible.

Bus parking and maintenance Terminal building

The lower half of the site is retained as the city bus depot, but changed in design, the upper half where major pedestrian activity is located, is planned to be the terminal.

The terminal is planned to be barrier-free and semi-open for easy traffic flow

To Pune

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Upcoming NICMAR Metro Station Pick-up/drop-off

Intercity Bus Entry and Exit

Essential retail 2-wheeler parking

Bus Bays Waiting Admin

Car Parking Staff Facilities

Bus Parking Workshop

Bus Washing Fuel Station

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

UPPER FLOOR PLANS 12

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STRUCTURAL DETAILS Raised long-span beam roofing Calzip roofing panels on aluminium framework Aluminium gutter held using gutter straps from purlins with down take pipe in each column span Metal flashing to avoid leakage at junctions

Openings in semi-open part of roof to allow trapped heat to escape.

Transparent panels in long-span roof to allow light inside

RCC Column Gusset plate anchored

< 15 m

in column Pin joint welded to gusset plate, holding tension cable

RCC Column Long span beam resting on bearing plate using angle cleat

Reduced building width for maximum natural daylighting. Vertical

Column Capital

sun-breakers on west and south sides.

RCC Column

Calzip roof panels

750mm deep Built-up flat long-span beam

Aluminium framework Built-up long span beam

Long-span beam

lapped using gusset plate welded to both members

Purlin

Calzip roofing panels on frame 125x200x8 mm Box purlin

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Social Distancing Housing International Competition Entry | NonArchitecture | 2020 Team of two- Devi Kulkarni and Nitin Mhapsekar My role: Equal responsibility in conceptualizing, designing, 3D modelling and presenting the idea

Back to Square One Designed for the urban migrant youth, ‘Back to Square One’ caters to the exceptional need during lockdown, of sufficient private open space along with one’s residence.

40 young professionals will each be housed in a unit of 5mx5m that opens into a private balcony of 2.5mx5m. A winding staircase connects the different levels through a common lobby, which is connected

to the balcony of each unit, promoting better co-habitation and relationships among the residents.

The entry is from this balcony where one would sanitize oneself before entering the residence. This also provides for a touchless delivery

system, allowing the package to be dropped-off in the balcony. A

sliding-folding door creates a dynamic space for the user; both open

and private, with a green wall as backdrop, for a kitchen-garden or for basking in the sun!

The internal household organization is without partitions, making

daily activities and cleaning easier and the usage of floor space more efficient. All units have 3 open faces, ensuring natural crossventilation.

Keeping in mind the need to connect with the outside, a roof-top park is designed with social-distancing seating and jogging track, acting as a space for social interaction and mental well-being.

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SAFELY SOCIALISE IN THE

NATURE WITHOUT STEPPING OUT, ON THE OPEN TERRACE

REST COOK

WORK

RECOVER

BALCONY AS AN ENTRANCE TO THE UNIT

5 M X 5 M UNIT

SHARED LOBBY WITH A

NATURALLY VENTILATED STAIRCASE

SOCIALISE

INTERESTING FENESTRATION TO BRIGHTEN THE APARTMENT

EXERCISE

CONNECT SLIDING FOLDING

DOORS ALLOWING TO OPEN UP TO NATURE

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Refugee House Delhi, India Architectural Design and Research | Academic | 2018

A residence for a family of refugees in a host country. I assumed the role of one Rohingya Muslim refugee from Buthidaung and

participated in a simulation of my life (by means of an interactive

card game) with other fellow refugees. A house can play a vital role in the livelihood of these refugees in a foreign land.

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FAMILY TREE AND USER PROFILE

Based on the simulation. Each person contributes to the livelihood, using the house as a tool.

4m

3.5 m

When this piece of land is the only means of livelihood for the refugee family in a foreign land, floor space becomes currency.

4m

5m

Refugees can build upto one additional floor requiring a staircase and consuming floor space

THE SITE 5 m x 5 m plotting for 10 families

5m

5m

4m

Refugee families have to give away portions of their land for access roads

4m

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THE HOUSE

An open space with flexible furniture serves as a bedroom as well as a Madarsa (an educational institution) when needed

A general store that can be visually cut-off from the rest of the house

THE LIFE

An open corridor for better shading in the hot and dry Delhi climate

EARLY MORNING

MORNING AND EVENING

AFTERNOON

LATE EVENING

Space under the staircase shared with neighbour used for the collaborative laundry business

The house offers a space for practicing faith with some members of the community Store Laundry Madarsa Praying Cooking Sleeping

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Other work

CAMEL MILK DAIRY, Jaisalmer (Academic work)

An experiential dairy and a tourist center

COMMERCIAL COMPLEX, Navi Mumbai

(Academic work)

A business center with offices, co-working spaces, cafes and restaurants

INSTITUTE FOR ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS, Mussoorie

FREELANCE WORK

(Academic work)

(In collaboration with partners.

My role: Equal responsibility in conceptualization, design and 3D visualization)

Himalayas

A Devotee residence

A 300 intake college in the foothills of the

Interiors of a residence Interiors of an office

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PRATIKRITI, Pune

(College level design competition entry)

A Primary Healthcare Center

CORPORATE INTERIORS, Mumbai

FOOD COURT, JNMC, Wardha

A 3000 sqft. office

Extension of a college food court

(Professional work done at Group Phi My role: Design detailing, 3D visualization, working drawings)

(Professional work done at I.M.K. Architects.

My role: Design detailing, 3D modeling)

HOUSING, Mumbai (Academic work)

A housing complex with shared amenities

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More About Me

That’s ME! I am a designer at heart and enjoy creating! I

believe in collaborating to find solutions and lead innovation in my projects.

Apart from sketching and drawing, I enjoy reading and writing poetry!

On site with the contractor, consultants and project management team during my time at IMK Architects

Get in touch! devimkulkarni@gmail.com Pune, India www.linkedin.com/in/devi-kulkarni 22