Nandana S by Nandhana S

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The art of learning, unlearning & learning

Hello, I'm Nandhana S, a fourth-year B. Arch student, passionate about the poetry of spaces, their emotions, connectivity, and the transformative power of architecture. I’m eager to explore diverse architectural styles and approaches, understanding how they shape human experience and interaction within built environments. This portfolio showcases my journey, my creative explorations, and my commitment to developing meaningful, sustainable, and innovative design solutions. I look forward to contributing my skills and perspectives while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative setting.

EDUCATION: WORKSHOPS:

LANGUAGES KNOWN:

2006-2018 : Alphonsa English Medium School, Thamarassery

2018-2020 : St.Mary’s Higher Secondary School, Koodathai

2020-2021 : Malabar Christian Collage (Bsc maths)

2021-present : Avani institute of design, Thamarassery

Wood Workshop

Clay Workshop

Travelling and sketching

Avani vertical elective

English

Malayalam

Tamil

INTERESTS:

TALKS:

SOFTWARES:

CONTACT:

Writing (script,short stories,poems)

Sketching, Handcrafts

Reading

Travelling/Hiking

Petting

Music (Writing and composing)

Social Service

Philosophy

Politics

Mathematics

Ar. Tony Joaeph

Ar Ujjayant Bhattacharya

Bose Krishn

roha

CK Vishnudas

Ar Mohit Mujumdar

Ar Dhaivat Panchal

Ar Kavita Mohanraj

Artist Anto George

Ar Chang Huai

Ar Goh Yu Han

Ar Neelkanth Chayya

+91 9778211474

nandhanas.21@avani.edu.in

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LIVING PAVILION

JANANI APARTMENTS

CAMARADERIE

SHANTI BHAVAN

MISCELLANEOUS

PAVILION

(ACADEMIC BATCH WORK 2022) OPEN BOX x AVANI INSTITUTE

Living Pavilion serves as a “hidden sanctuary,” designed for quiet reflection and gatherings. Constructed from wood, it blends with the natural surroundings, offering a sense of discovery in its semi-hidden location. Versatile and sustainable, the pavilion creates a calm, welcoming space that connects people to nature and each other.

SOFTWARES USED: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion

Picture courtesy: Pranav Prakash

JANANI APARTMENTS (ACADEMIC WORK 2024)

Janani is a village apartment.

The design basically have 4 towers with 8 floors each in which one is a relief floor. 17% of the land is used for construction and 19% of the land is used for farming. The shape of the plot gave a clear differentiation between residential area and farming area. The design is trying to preserve the rurality and agricultural practices as in 2035 there is a high chance of people getting distant from these practices.

SITE AREA: 5422.6sqm

BUILT UP AREA: 7134sqm

SETBACK: 3m

FAR: 1.3

COVERAGE: 946sqm

NO OF UNITS: 48

SITE DETAILS: SOFTWARES USED: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion

UNIT AREA:

3BHK: 124.57sqm

2BHK: 102.95sqm

1BHK: 78.2sqm

FLOOR AREA:

3BHK: 260sqm

2BHK: 213sqm

1BHK: 194sqm

As the design is conceptualizing the idea of creating a village atmosphere, the ground level is designed with maximum interactions. The users can set up their own stalls or workshops, tea shops etc in the recreation area and as the parking comes in periphery of the plot and beneath the first floors, near recreation area, the chance of people opting to visit those space is also high. Also as the user groups are expected to be people in their 50s or 60s and the youngsters, a sharing of generational practices and values also take place here.

Ideally, the design intends to work as a village.

The tree seatings, and personalised small chatting areas can make the space more rural in vibe. Also, in order to provide these to higher floors, on 4th floor of each tower, the recreation area is repeated in relief floors.

4 TOWERS WITH 48 UNITS IN TOTAL (12 UNITS PER TOWER)

3 BHK: 20nos

2 BHK: 20nos

1 BHK: 8nos

MAJOR AREA GIVEN FOR AGRICULTURE TO SUSTAIN THE RURALITY

CAMARADERIE (ACADEMIC WORK 2022)

Camaraderie is a community project. The design consist of a hospital, community hall and a food/store space. The whole structure is a little raised from ground level due to the flood prone character of the location. This project basically provides a platform for community togetherness and well being and facilitate people from crossing the river for emergency hospitality and basic essentials.

SITE DETAILS:

LOCATION: KAINAKIRY, ALAPUZHA, KERALA

SITE AREA: 713.5sqm

BUILT UP AREA: 123sqm

SITE FEATURES:

2.5m BELOW SEA LEVEL FLOOD PRONE AREA LOCATED INFRONT OF RIVER

This architectural community project is designed for a flood-prone area, featuring a hospital, food store, and community hall elevated on reinforced concrete stilts to ensure safety and accessibility during floods. The hospital, centrally located, includes a flexible ground-level space for emergencies, while the adjacent food store provides essential supplies, incorporating a rainwater collection system and reinforced design for flood resilience. The community hall serves multiple purposes, including as an emergency shelter, and is powered by solar panels to ensure functionality during power outages. All buildings are connected by raised, accessible walkways, with sustainable features like green roofs, rainwater harvesting, and native landscaping to manage water and promote resilience, creating a secure, adaptable, and inclusive hub for the community..

HOSPITAL

12,13

5,94

COMMUNITY HALL FOOD/STORE

3 , 8 4 10,61

2 , 8 1

7 , 9

3,89

DURING SUMMER SEASON

SHANTI BHAVAN (ACADEMIC WORK 2022)

Shanti Bhavan is a residential project.

This project was designed for Mr. Iyyer, a retired govt officer and his family. His family consisted of Mr. Iyyer, his wife Lakshmi, mother Ammalamma and his son Vishnu, a veterinary doctor. He put forward 3 bedrooms, a puja room, reading room and a natural pond as his demands. The design was created in a linear site with 3 zones as walking through with respect to the degree of privacy.

SITE DETAILS:

LOCATION: BEYPORE, CALICUT, KERALA

SITE AREA: 400sqm

BUILT UP AREA: 345sqm

SITE FEATURES: SEASHORE

SANDY SOIL

LINEAR IN 1:4 RATIO

BACKYARD WITH A NATURAL POND WITH “KADAVU” GIVING A NATURAL BATH EXPERIENCE ANG HANGOUT SPOT

CENTRAL COURTYARD WITH SEMI OPEN SPACE GIVING A NATURE INTERACTIVE MEDITATION SPACE

FRONTYARD WITH 3 DIVISIONS AS ENTRANCE, CAR PORCH AND ANIMAL CONSULTATION SPACE

1 ENTRANCE/SITOUT

2 CAR PORCH

3 ANIMAL CONSULTATION

4 LIVING ROOM

5 POOJA ROOM

6 BEDROOM

7 TOILET

8 COURTYARD

9 DINING HALL 10 KITCHEN

11 TERRACE

12 READING SPACE

KADAVU 14 NATURAL POND

15 LEISURE SPACE

This residential project in Beypore is thoughtfully designed to blend traditional aesthetics with modern comfort, tailored to meet the client’s specific needs. Embracing the rich cultural heritage of the region, the home features traditional elements like sloping tiled roofs, wooden beams, and a central courtyard that fosters natural light and ventilation. Locally sourced, sustainable materials such as red laterite stone and teakwood are used, supporting both ecological responsibility and local craftsmanship. The design follows Vastu Shastra principles for spiritual harmony while incorporating contemporary amenities like smart home technology for enhanced comfort. The surrounding landscape, with native plants and tranquil garden spaces, further enriches the connection between indoor and outdoor living, creating a home that is both timeless and practical.