Architectural Portfolio - Pooja Nanavati by Pooja Nanavati

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PORTFOLIO Pooja Nanavati

01 02 03 04 05 Midrise Apartment Complex Transit Oriented Development Internship Conceptual Work Miscellaneous CONTENTS

SHIV NADAR SCHOOL, CHENNAI

A school between the trees. There are 1400 existing trees on this site and the main aim is to preserve the lush forest and use it to enhance the design. The site provides a natural water body which provides a focal point for the campus. Keeping these evergreens in mind, modules were designed to create a fragmented footprint, connected through one corridor sheltered throughout by a roof inspired by the banana leaf; there is a service shaft that follows this corridor path as well as connecting the entire school. Each module has separate HVAC systems. The school is divided into three parts: Pre-Primary school, Primary school and Senior School along with the Dinning Block, Sports Center, Admin, Heritage Block and Faculty Housing.

01 INTERNSHIP PROJECT OVERVIEW

A study model of the ongoing project in 1:50 scale, to understand the construction details, light and shade, and execution.

MDF LASERCUT MODEL OF SHIV NADAR SCHOOL, CHENNAI

SITE VISIT TO MALL HOUSE

A two storey residential bungalow project in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Key takeaways: material joineries, skylights, incorporation of trees within the built environment, construction techniques for barrel vaults.

‘SANGATH’ VASTU SHILPA CONSULTANTS LLP, Ahmedabad

Sangath focuses on the relationship between nature and structure. Currently headed by principal architect Ar. Rajeev Kathpalia, more than 100 projects, including low-income housing, private homes, public spaces, and galleries, have been completed. Integrating their philosophy in each of their works, a continuous search to see things that have become timeless. The use of overlapping spaces, natural and calming aspects, and material selection show how the firm views architecture as an extension of the body and carefully considers function while taking climate, landscape, and urbanisation into account.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Completed a 6 month internship, during which I had the opportunity to learn many core concepts through work experience and interaction with experienced professionals, such as:

• Working Drawings:

Understanding the techincal detailing required for execution of a building, in terms of - structual layouts, working drawings of floor plans, sections, elevations, and detailing of doors, windows, stairs, tiling and other detail oriented designs. Also of the format, line weights, line types and presentation styles based on the information being relayed.

• 3D Modelling:

Modelling on BIM software and Rhino, to include all design and structural details. The goal being to understand what is to be executed, it’s feasibility and possible errors. I gained an understanding of materiality, light and structural layouts.

• Physical Model Making:

Worked across multiple platforms - 3D and 2D, to build a lasercut MDF physical model in 1:50 scale to replicate and better understand the spatial relations, natural daylighting and the massing of the project.

• Site Visit:

Accompanied an architect onsite, to check for errors and ensure that the execution is happening as per design. Got to see the various stages of construction.

• Lectures:

Regular discussions with Ar. Rajeev Kathpalia about various topics like design, art and philosophy; and lectures from architects like B. V. Doshi, Ar. Soumitro Gosh, Ar. Peter Rich and more, helped me gain exposure to different ideologies.

INTERNSHIP

The objective of this project is to design and plan a building that is a plug-in to various modes of public transport. This is a commercial building that must be directly connected to the metro station, and other modes of public transport along the highway, where people can seemlessly enter and access the various spaces based on user type and usability.

Software used: AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Photoshop

FORM DEVELOPMENT

Using hexagonal geometries in massing and zoning.

Hexagonal form used for multiples axis of symmetry.

Hexagons: fragmented, skewed, and connecting. Heights varied for form, functionality and floor area.

Voids created for daylighting and site ventilation.

The floors are staggered for indoor-outdoor connection.

02 TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT

Vehicular Circulation

People should be able to seemlessly enter and access the required spaces based on user and usability. These spaces include a commercial hub or mall, it’s employees, an office tower and service apartments. The accessways are segregated based on users and accessibility, and is followed throughout the building, as well as, on site level.

Site plan is derived from climate, circulation and zoning.

TRANSIT HUB

Site Circulation

Office Commerial Service

Pedestrian Circulation Site Plan Apartments

This section depicts the connectivity from the metro station to the building from platform level and concourse level.

At concourse level (11.03m), it connects directly to the retail or commercial space.

At platform level (17m), it provides access to the office andservice apartments.

It also depicts the terraces with semi-open greenspaces that allow for indoor and outdoor connectivity on all levels.

TRANSIT HUB

OFFICE LEVEL 18 OFFICE LEVEL 8 OFFICE LEVEL 16 OFFICE LEVEL 7 OFFICE LEVEL 14 OFFICE LEVEL 12 OFFICE/APARTMENTS PLATFORM LEVEL APARTMENTS LEVEL 3 14 AMENITIES LEVEL 15-16 OFFICE LEVEL 10 MLCP LEVEL 0 - 4 RETAIL LEVEL 1 OFFICE LEVEL 17 SERVICE LEVEL 15 OFFICE LEVEL 13 OFFICE LEVEL 5 LVL 16 LEVEL 11 RETAIL CONCOURSE LEVEL OFFICE LEVEL 9 RETAIL GROUND FLOOR METRO STATION GF PLATFORM LEVEL OFFICE LEVEL 6 TRANSIT HUB Spatial Configuration

This midrise apartment complex was designed within the pandemic lockdown context. Hence it has integrated workspaces, multipurpose areas, amenities and multiple balconies in each flat. Daylighting and connection to nature is also a key characteristic.

Software used: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Photoshop

03 MIDRISE APARTMENT COMPLEX

SITE PLAN BLOCK LAYOUTS

LEGEND

Placement of blocks for natural ventilation, and to bring wind into the site.

Amenity Residential OSR Central Space Wind Views Common Areas Main Axis Greenspaces

Orientation of balconies and windows based on the the views and surrounding buildings.

Central axis for pedestrians from the entrance of the site to the riverfront. The secondary axes are for vehilcles.

Secondary Axis Main Entry Pedestrian Vehicle

SITE ZONING

MIDRISE APARTMENT COMPLEX

Area of Site: 23261 sq.m. Plot Coverage: 8707 sq.m. Built-Up Area: 12950 sq.m. Floor Space Index: 46623 sq.m. 1 2 2 5 4 3 10 9 8 7 6 1. 2BHK Block 2. 2+3BHK Block 3. Amenities 5. 3+4BHK Block 6. Walking Track 7. Children’s Playarea 8. Tennis Court 9. Basketball Court 10. Site Services 2+3BHK 2+3BHK 3+4BHK Duplex+4BHK 2BHK

APARTMENT UNIT LAYOUTS

The units are designed to be multipurpose as it is within lockdown context. Work stations, open areas, entertainment spaces, balconies and views overlooking nature have been prioritised. Open, multipurpose areas have been integrated for exercise or any other activity, whilst reducing the feeling of being confined.

2BHK FLOOR PLAN Multipurpose Area Master Bedroom 3.7m x 5.7m Bedroom 3.7m x 3.2m Balcony Balcony Bath room Balcony 4BHK FLOOR PLAN Kitchen 5m x 2.5m Multipurpose Area Master Bedroom 4.7m x 5.7m Bedroom 4m x 5m Bedroom 4m x 5m Workspace 4m x 4m Balcony Balcony Bath room Bath room Balcony Dining Utility 2.8mx 1.5m DUPLEX FLOOR PLAN GROUND FLOOR Foyer Living Room 5m x 6m Kitchen 5m x 2.5m FIRST FLOOR Dining 5.5m x 3m Bedroom 4m x 3m Balcony Balcony Balcony Master Bedroom 4m x 5m Utilities 1.5m x 2.5m Bath room 3BHK FLOOR PLAN MIDRISE APARTMENT COMPLEX

Bedroom 4m x 3m Workspace 5.5m x 2.5m Lounge 5.5m x 3m Master Bedroom 4m x 5m Bedroom 4m x 5m TV Room 4m x 3m Living Room 4m x 5m Living Room 4m x 5m Foyer Bath room Workspace 2m x 3m Living Room 5m x 4m Dining Kitchen Store Room Utility Foyer Workspace 4m x 4m Kitchen 5m x 2.5m Bedroom 4m x 3m Bedroom 4m x 3m Utilities 1.5m x 2.5m Bath room Bath room Bath room Balcony Balcony Balcony Balcony Dining Pooja Area Pooja Area Master Bedroom 4.7m x 5.7m

Blocks are oriented in a way to give privacy within the household, but can be used as social balconies between units and other block, to promote safe social interaction. Courtyards, large playgrounds and amenities have been provided for relief and entertainment.

MIDRISE APARTMENT COMPLEX

CONCEPT

Fragmentation of segments of an annulus, in form, creates fluid circulation, visual connectivity and integration of nature.

Integrating the segments around the tree, forming a courtyard. Courtyard is a passive cooling method for hot and humid climate, via stack effect.

Creating concentric pathways allow people to go around the entire block whilst walking in one direction.

Athangudi tiles, crafted originally in Tamil Nadu, are used to along the skirting to add a pop of colour to the brutalistic design. Irregularly burnt brick and terrazzo are also used.

The dance studios alternate their position on each floor to reduce noise and break the monotony. Similarly, voids alternate according to the floor plate, for natural ventilation, daylighting and landscaping.

CONCEPTUAL WORK

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

The Remembrance Pavilion in a crematorium is a structure for people to move through to experience space, time, nature and process their own feelings.

LVL +0m LVL +4000m LVL +2880m

FLOOR PLAN OF THE REMEMBRANCE PAVILION

LVL +5000m

THESIS

Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m LVL +0.49m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 2 3 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch Parking LVL +0.47m Handwash and Storage LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 2 3 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch 3.3m 1.3m Parking Handwash and Storage P3 P1 P2 P1 P1 P1 P6 P5 P7 P6 P6 P1 P2 P7 P6 P4 P1 1.59 1.5 0.27 1.78 0.6 2.5 2.5 0.6 1.04 1.04 1.5 2 1.5 0.5 2.34 0.84 0.5 2.27 2.27 2.5 0.95 2.08 0.5 0.67 0.5 1.5 3.08 2.86 1.8 1.83 P1 4'6" (5A) P2 1'6" (5A) P3 1'6" (TV, Data) P4 3'6" (5A) P5 3'6" (15A) P6 4'6" (15A) P7 1"6' (15A) N DRAWN BY: POOJA NANAVATI ELECTRICAL DRAWING DETAILS OF A 3BHK RESIDENCE SCALE 1:100 PAPER SIZE A3 1x6A, ONE WAY SWITCH 1x6A, TWO WAY SWITCH FOR LIGHT AND FAN 1X6A, ONE WAY SWITCH FOR EXHAUST FAN REGULATOR FOR FAN 1x6A, SWITCHED SOCKET 1x6/16A, SWITCHED SOCKET ON RAW POWER 2x18W, CFL CEILING LIGHT WALL BRACKET 1x11W, MIRROR LIGHT 1x36w, FTL LIGHT FIXTURE BULK HEAD LIGHT TELEVISION POINT EXHAST FAN WITH SOCKET 1x16A, 3 PIN SOCKET FOR GEYSER 1x16A, DP, SWITCH FOR GEYSER TELEPHONE POINT DESCRIPTION LEGEND SYMBOL GATE LIGHT MOUNTING HIGHT 1200 MM 1200 MM 2100 MM 2400/600 MM 1200 MM 2400 MM 2400 MM 600 MM 600 MM 2400 MM CCTV CAMERA DESCRIPTION LEGEND MOUNTING HIGHT SYMBOL 1.86 1.74 FALSE CEILING LVL 3.5m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m ELECTRICAL LAYOUT REFLECTED CEILING PLAN ONE WAY CONNECTION TWO WAY CONNECTION WORKING DRAWINGS VOID Oven Model Kaff OV 80ml 7 Bosch Chimney Crystal Craft Model No. - DWG068D60I Handles Ravinte Handles 0.1 2.1 1.2 0.67 0.06 0.02 1.25 0.6 FRIDGE W3 D2 SKIRTING CHIMNEY DUCT BOXING FALSE CEILING LOFT 1.21 0.62 0.62 0.45 0.65 0.05 1 0.22 0.1 0.77 0.67 0.87 0.6 0.67 0.9 CHIMNEY DUCT BOXING CHIMNEY OVEN BAR COUNTER DRAWERS SKIRTING FALSE CEILING 0.3 0.4 P5 P5 - Switchbox at 1m ht. FREE SPACE IN LOFT FOR STORAGE AND ACCESSIBILITY SECTIONAL VIEW OF CABINETS 0.23 0.18 0.23 0.23 0.13 0.3 0.3 2.86 Plywood Board for level Wooden Panel Plaster Over Wall Masonry Brick Wall Wainscoating Base Base Shoe Wall Stud COMPOSITE PANEL JOINERY DETAIL WALL SECTION WITH PANEL DETAIL Half Lap Joint 3 2 0.08 0.23 0.03 Wall Wall Plaster WALL SECTION WITH WALL TILE 0.04 0.02 0.75 2.55 Mortar Tile 0.02 0.23 FALSE CEILING P1 0.81 1.2 0.61 1.2 0.5 1.2 0.14 SECTION A-A' ELEVATION B WALL ELEVATION C 2 WALL TILE BEVEL BRICK FROM JOHNSON TILES 3 WALL PLANK WALNUT FROM SHERA PLANKS FINISHING DETAILS 1 CABINET DOORS IKEA - VEDDINGE W1 W1 W1 D2 1 3 A B W3 C P1 P5 UP 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 1 2 23 24 11 LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen Guest Room LVL +0.5m Porch 1.6m x 3.4m 3.6m x 6.8m 4.5m x 4.1m 3.3m x 1.3m LVL +0.5m Dining 18 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C 1.47 4.4 3.5 3.5 1.85 1.85 3.83 4.82 1.85 LVL +0.5m Road Level LVL 0m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m LVL +0.5m LVL +0.49m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 D1 D2 W1 10 12 13 W1 D3 D2 Height 0.15m Porch 1.6m 3.2m 1.6m 3.4m 3.6m 6.8m 4.5m 4.1m 3.3m 1.3m Parking 3.6m 5.0m Entry for House Help LVL +0.5m SUMP LVL +0.05m LVL +0.05m Handwash and Storage 12.33 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 2 2 A C A C 1.85 3.83 4.82 1.85 KITCHEN PLAN FLOORING PLAN Dining - 400mmx400mm No. of Tiles 100 Harmony Grey Manufactured by AGL Tiles Living Room Carpet roll:15ft Guest Room Hardwood 5inch x 25inch (0.12m x 0.65m) Porch - Oxide Flooring Light Grey carpet roll from Maharaja Carpets, India No. of planks- 36 Walnut Plank 148 from Square Foot Kitchen 600mmx600mm No. of Tiles 60 Anti-Bacterial, Colour CementoManufactured by AGL Tiles GROUND FLOOR PLAN LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m LVL +0.49m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 4 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch Parking LVL +0.47m Handwash and Storage LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 4 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 2 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch 3.3m 1.3m Parking 3.6m 5.0m Handwash and Storage P3 P1 P2 P1 P1 P1 P6 P5 P7 P6 P6 P1 P2 P7 P6 P4 P1 1.59 1.5 0.27 1.78 2.5 0.6 1.04 1.04 2 1.5 0.5 2.34 0.84 1.84 2.27 2.27 2.08 0.5 0.67 0.67 0.5 0.5 1.5 3.08 2.23 1.93 2.86 1.8 1.83 P1 4'6" (5A) P2 1'6" (5A) P3 1'6" (TV, Data) P4 3'6" (5A) P5 3'6" (15A) P6 4'6" (15A) N ELECTRICAL DRAWING DETAILS OF A 3BHK RESIDENCE SCALE 1:100 PAPER SIZE A3 1x6A, ONE WAY SWITCH 1x6A, TWO WAY SWITCH FOR LIGHT AND FAN 1X6A, ONE WAY SWITCH FOR EXHAUST FAN REGULATOR FOR FAN 1x6A, SWITCHED SOCKET 1x6/16A, SWITCHED SOCKET ON RAW POWER 2x18W, CFL CEILING LIGHT WALL BRACKET 1x36w, FTL LIGHT FIXTURE BULK HEAD LIGHT TELEVISION POINT EXHAST FAN WITH SOCKET 1x16A, 3 PIN SOCKET FOR GEYSER 1x16A, DP, SWITCH FOR GEYSER DESCRIPTION LEGEND SYMBOL GATE LIGHT MOUNTING HIGHT 1200 MM 1200 MM 2400/600 MM 1200 MM 2400 MM 2400 MM 600 MM 2400 MM CCTV CAMERA DESCRIPTION LEGEND MOUNTING HIGHT SYMBOL 1.86 1.74 FALSE CEILING LVL 3.5m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m ELECTRICAL LAYOUT REFLECTED CEILING PLAN ONE WAY CONNECTION TWO WAY CONNECTION LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m LVL +0.49m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 4 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch Parking LVL +0.47m Handwash and Storage LVL +0.5m Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room LVL +0.5m Bathroom UP W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W2 V1 D1 D2 W1 1 2 4 5 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2120 22 2 W1 23 24 11 D3 D2 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C Porch 3.3m 1.3m Parking 3.6m 5.0m Handwash and Storage P3 P1 P2 P1 P1 P1 P6 P5 P7 P6 P6 P1 P2 P7 P6 P4 P1 1.59 1.5 0.27 1.78 1.04 1.04 1.5 1.5 3 0.5 2.34 0.84 0.5 0.84 1.84 2.27 2.27 2.5 0.95 2.08 0.5 2.08 0.5 0.67 0.67 0.5 0.5 2.23 1.93 2.86 1.8 1.83 P1 4'6" (5A) P2 1'6" (5A) P3 1'6" (TV, Data) P4 3'6" (5A) P5 3'6" (15A) P6 4'6" (15A) P7 1"6' (15A) N DRAWN BY: POOJA NANAVATI ELECTRICAL DRAWING DETAILS OF A 3BHK RESIDENCE SCALE 1:100 PAPER SIZE A3 1x6A, ONE WAY SWITCH 1x6A, TWO WAY SWITCH FOR LIGHT AND FAN 1X6A, ONE WAY SWITCH FOR EXHAUST FAN REGULATOR FOR FAN 1x6A, SWITCHED SOCKET 1x6/16A, SWITCHED SOCKET ON RAW POWER 2x18W, CFL CEILING LIGHT WALL BRACKET 1x11W, MIRROR LIGHT 1x36w, FTL LIGHT FIXTURE BULK HEAD LIGHT TELEVISION POINT EXHAST FAN WITH SOCKET 1x16A, 3 PIN SOCKET FOR GEYSER 1x16A, DP, SWITCH FOR GEYSER TELEPHONE POINT DESCRIPTION LEGEND SYMBOL GATE LIGHT MOUNTING HIGHT 1200 MM 1200 MM 2100 MM 2400/600 MM 1200 MM 2400 MM 2400 MM 600 MM 600 MM 2400 MM CCTV CAMERA DESCRIPTION LEGEND MOUNTING HIGHT SYMBOL FALSE CEILING LVL 3.5m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m FALSE CEILING LVL 3m ELECTRICAL LAYOUT REFLECTED CEILING PLAN ONE WAY CONNECTION TWO WAY CONNECTION FLOORING LAYOUT GSPublisherVersion 0.0.100.100 W1 W1 W1 D2 1 2 3 A B W3 C W1 W1 W1 D2 A A W3 P P 18.000 1.473 4.395 3.500 3.500 1.845 1.845 3.827 4.817 1.845 UP 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 2120 22 1 2 3 11 LVL +0 5m Living Room Kitchen Guest Room LVL +0 5m Porch 1 6m x 3 4m 3 6m x 6 8m 4 5m x 4 1m 3m 1 3m LVL +0 5m Dining 1 3 4 5 5 4 3 1 2 2 A B C A B C 12.333 18.000 3.288 1.473 4.395 3.500 3.500 1.845 1.845 3.827 4.817 1.845 SITE LOCATION Along Lake Road Perungudi Chennai600096 Living Room Kitchen and Dining Guest Room Bathroom UP W 12 13 A Tread Height Porch 6 m Parking 0 Entry for House Help A SUMP LVL LVL 05 Handwash and Storage 1 3 4 5 2 A A KITCHEN PLAN FLOORING PLAN Dining - 400mmx400mm No of Tiles - 100 Harmony Grey Manufactured by AGL Tiles Living Room - Carpet roll 15ft Guest Room - Hardwood 5inch x 25inch 0 12m x 0 65m) Porch - Oxide Flooring Light Grey carpet roll from Maharaja Carpets India No of planks- 36 Walnut Plank 148 from Square Foot Kitchen - 600mmx600mm No of Tiles - 60 Anti-Bacterial ColourCementoManufactured by AGL Tiles GROUND FLOOR PLAN 0.08 0.02 2.16 0.83 0.15 0.76 1.63 2.16 0.84 1.00 0.87 2.37 3.23 2.25 3.03 0.10 1.00 2.00 0.80 0.35 1.00 3 1.63 3.73 0.60 0.12 0.17 0.60 0.26 0.91 0.16 0.80 2.54 1.97 2.27 0.12 1.00 1.20 0.35 0.50 0.19 0.15 0.08 3.01 1.63 3.23 2.37 0.87 3.39 0.15 0.07 0.04 0.17 2.01 2.25 2 0.50 2.00 0.22 0.28 2.16 0.84 2.16 0.83 0.70 0.17 0.60 0.15 LVL - 01 Wash basin LVL - 01m LVL 0 LVL - 03m ELEVATION- C ELEVATION- D BATHROOM DETAILS 12 PROJECTION m PROJECTION - 115m Access to Geyser WC Shower LVL -0 01m ELEVATION- B V1 D3 m m LVL -0 03 Bathroom FT FT LVL -0 01m WC Geyser provided in service shaft Wash Basin Shower Double Glass paned Ventilator Toilet paper holder V1 D3 LVL -0 03 FT FT Tile Dimension 0 40m x 0 45m Access Granite Flooring 0 9m x 1 1m Mirror Tiled Wall 0 25m 0 25m WC Wash basin Ventilator LVL -0 03m LVL - 01m LVL A ELEVATION- A PROJECTION + 45 PROJECTION 0 Start Shower TILE LAYOUT FLOOR PLAN C PROJECTION m PROJECTION 0m PROJECTION m Tiled Wall 0 25m x 0 25m Tiled Wall 0 15m x 0 15m FT Floor Trap - 0 15m 0 15m 05 MISCELLANEOUS

Hexagonal ceiling lights are used for ambient lighting. HVAC outlets and inlets are masked within the hexgonal composition. Pendant lights over tables for task lighting, whilst large windows allow for daylighting.

MOOD BOARD FOR A BOOKCAFE

A book cafe offers a variety of books for reading, along with drinks and light bites. It is a concept that combines the aesthetics of a cafe with a relaxing space for reading.

A simple, minimalistic palette with white, beige and black; with accents of dusty pink and olive green colours. Glass and metallic brass elements add to contrasting textures. Indoor plants brings visual interest and a tranquil ambiance. With grey ornate tiles and wooden textured vinyl for the flooring.

COLOUR PALETTE

the Pedestrian Zone

Creating a designated platform for the pedestrians to enter and use the site. This allows to have order in the terminus functions, and hence improves hygiene.

Parking space for 205 buses remains as it was.

The Terminus

A Rooftop can be much more.

The Terminus becomes a concave node from many directions, and as for the urban scenario, it is stuck in a high traffic area. Making a Terminus also an Urban Breakout Zone here brings a breathe of fresh air in the densely packed, movement filled lifestyle of the neighbourhood.

the Vehicular Zone

One point entry for buses to improve the pedestrian significance.

the ‘Pitstop’ bays

Service Station is moved near admin block. As hygiene and cleanliness of the vehicles will be more important, this allows to clean, disinfect & refuel the buses as needed.

The New Normal

Restrooms

Being a place where all kinds of directions meet, why should the germs?

Personal Hygiene will be the new requirement here on, even outside the toilets.

So washbasins provided at convienient locations of entry and exit. Restrooms feature a more open design.

Furniture Design

While interaction is the beauty of Indian bus stands. Interaction, while allowing social distance is the core of the furniture design here

A Better Lockdown

ANDC 2020 - 2021

S.S.A.691

The spaces on the rooftop are designed to bring a sense of relief and distraction for the neigh,borhood Gathering Furnitures and leisure Activities

Shade is provided with temporary structures, that could convert into kiosks or sheds if needed.

Considering the urban context of the site, this acts as a breakout space for improved mental health in the bustling urban context

Shadow and Light Planning

The form of the roof is designed based on the pedestrian pathways below, and opening given wherever pedestrians are not expected to use. Openings given allow light to spread inside. This gives the pedestrians an orderly pathway to cross and wait on the platforms.

Projected crossways also signify this path, while the projection grabs the attention of the bus drivers to not block.

Rooftop Breakout

A Better Lockdown

ANDC 2020 - 2021

S.S.A.691

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Photographs by Pooja Nanavati