I have patience to gradually develop a design through various process and I believe that the amount of time spent on a design bring out its quality. I can be flexible and ready to adapt for varying works. I have enjoyed my time working on precision and detailing.
PERSONAL INFO
28-03-2002
Tamil, English
CONTACT INFO
91+ 9360270003
pradeep.n.2803@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/pradeep-n-928293273
AutoCAD
SketchUP
Rhino3D
MS Powerpoint
MS Word
MS Excel
Revit Photoshop
Enscape Illustrator
Lumion InDesign
2017 SSLC - SBOA Matric. Hr. Sec. School, Anna Nagar West.
HSC - SBOA Matric. Hr. Sec. School, Anna Nagar West.
B.Arch - Chennai Academy of Architecture and Design, Thumbakkam. Sonne Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd, Chennai. 2019
ANALOGUE SKILLS
Photography
Model Making
Sketching Haiku Writing
Drafting
WORKSHOPS
• Line to Lens - Photography workshop, March, 2020.
• Pedal to seed - Seed ball workshop, October, 2022.
• Urban Design Studio - Public exhibition, May, 2023
CLUB LAGUNA
• Type
• Location
• Year
• Page
: Recreational : Thirumazhisai : 2024 : 01 - 20
RURAL DESIGN
• Type
• Location
• Year
• Page
: Commercial : Markal
: 2020 : 21 - 24
HOTEL DESIGN
• Type
• Location
• Year
• Page
: Hospitality
: Injambakkam
: 2022 : 26 - 36
DETAIL DRAWINGS
Toilet Detail Drawing
Kitchen Detail Drawing
Bedroom Detail Drawing
Staircase Detail Drawing Page: 37 -40
CLUB LAGUNA
A Lakefront Oasis of Connectivity and Liesure.
AIM
Club Laguna aims to create a space for businessmen, travelers and public to have a leisure holiday or weekend in a serene lakefront club house with nature.
To create a lakefront with mood gradient stretch from Active zone to Calm zone during different time frames.
• Businessmen who wants to spend leisure holiday.
• Travelers who are seeking for adventures and calming weekends.
• General public around the neighborhood.
USERS
Public Travelers
Located in the serene embrace of Poonamalle Lake, the site exists along the Chennai Outer Ring Road and connected through service road. It is a haven for those seeking a blend of tranquility and recreational vibrancy. WHERE?
• Walk/cycle friendly roads encapsuled by trees.
• Adventurous and exploring outdoors for active sense.
• Mood gradient lakefront exhibiting active zone to calm zone in a single stretch.
SCOPE NEED
• Development of New Town at Thirumazhisai announced by CMDA.
• Upcoming growth in infrastructure during the development of New Town at thirumazhisai.
• Existing number of Private limited companies would tether with the club house.
With the help of Brutalist style and Biophilic concept combined, it brings out a nature enhancing open structure.
HOW?
- Recreational Spaces
- Commercial Spaces
- Residential Spaces
- Leisure Day Path
- Weekend Traveler Path
- Businessmen Path
Leisure day Travellers
Green Concept
Spatial Flow
Spatial Trait
To enrich design, series of analogies were generated and categorized into 4 Themes or concepts namely, Wall-less Building, Green Concept, Spatial Flow, and Spatial Trait. These concepts creates environment that resonates with tranquility, vitality, sociability and sense of playfulness.
CLUB LAGUNA
A Lakefront Oasis of Connectivity and Leisure.
INFO:
Location - Thirumazhisai, Adjacent to Poonamalle Lake.
Area - 63,580.50 m²
Total Built-up area - 1,27,161 m²
STRUCTURES:
• Main Block
• Recreational Block
• Accoms Block
• Admin Office
• Cycle Rental
• Sport Centre
• Event Venue
• Lakefront zone
The structure is separated into several blocks and placed around the site. Along with these Blocks the lakefront zone has been designed with zones distinguishing from Active zone to Calm Zone. The site is drawn with pathway for cycling and walking that stitches the lake along the land.
Main BlockRestaurant, Library, Mini-Theatre, Art Activity Centre, Conference rooms.
Wellness BlockGym, Spa & Sauna.
Accoms BlockSuite rooms, Deluxe rooms, swimming pool, Indoor Game room.
Miscellaneous BlocksCycle Rental, Sports centre, Event Venue, Amphi-theatre.
Lakefront ZonesThe Lake front is divided into 5 zones such as Viva Play, Floaty Pad, Trinity, Cozy Dock, and Ripple Board, respectively.
Mini-golf field
Indoor Sports court
Accoms Block
Indoor Gameroom
Cycle rental
Main Block
Amphi-theatre
POONAMALLEE LAKE
MAIN BLOCK
The Main block is a two storey structure that holds entertainment spaces like Library, Art centre, Mini-theatre, Gift shops, Antique shop and Restaurant with outdoor dining facility. It gives off a majestic raw look along with the openness. It is the first block found next to admin office in the center of the site.
GROUND FLOOR PLAN @+2.4metres
FIRST FLOOR PLAN @+6.3metres
The Wellness Block is a two storey structure that holds recreational activities like Gym in ground floor and Spa with sauna in First floor. It can be accessed from main block and accoms block through a walk bridge. It has a serene environment isolate from other block surrounded by tree for a peaceful rejuvenation.
ACCOMS BLOCK
FIRST FLOOR PLAN @+6.3metres
Typical rooms floor till third floor @+13.5 metres
Deluxe Suite Room
The Deluxe Suite Room, covering 97.25m², features a welcoming foyer that leads into a spacious living room. From there, it connects to two separate bedrooms, each with its own private balcony and bathroom, providing both comfort and privacy for guests.
Suite Room (Type-1)
The Suite Room, spanning 60.10m², features a thoughtfully designed living area that connects to a spacious bedroom. This setup includes a well-appointed toilet and a private balcony, offering a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the outdoors. With ample space and carefully selected amenities, this suite ensures a comfortable and relaxing stay for all guests.
Suite Room (Type-2)
The Suite Room, encompassing 51.60m², offers a welldesigned living space that connects seamlessly to a cozy bedroom. This room is enhanced by the inclusion of a private balcony, perfect for enjoying fresh air and scenic views. Additionally, the suite features a well-appointed bathroom to provide a comfortable and convenient stay for guests.
LAKEFRONT
The area seamlessly transitions from vibrant Active and Play zones to serene Calm and Peace zones. You’ll find spaces dedicated to food, discovery, fun, freedom, and fostering connections. The walking track weaves through the undulating landscape, connecting to the lake and creating picturesque observation decks.
Active Zone Calm Zone
RIPPLE BOARD
It features gently undulating floor plates situated at the end of a winding path. This calm and serene zone is ideal for morning yoga and moments of peace, offering a tranquil retreat for relaxation and mindfulness.
A long dock strip leading to a serene bay. The bay area is equipped with hammocks, recliners, and seating arranged around a campfire, perfect for unwinding and enjoying peaceful moments.
This zone includes three main features: Fun, Find, and Food. It offers an observation area with an undulating path, a café, and dynamic Active Arcs, providing a variety of spaces for both relaxation and activity.
This is a floating platform with integrated seating. It serves as a versatile dock that can function as an observation deck or a floating stage, with the steps doubling as seating areas. This design offers a unique and multi-functional space for various activities and experiences.
This is a lively zone designed for those who are full of energy and excitement. It features a playground that caters to children and their caretakers, providing a dynamic and engaging environment for fun and play.
View of Amphi-theatre
View in Active Arcs
Isometric View of Structure
View of Amphi-theatre
View in Ripple Board
Isometric View of Structure
Street next to Wellness Block
View in Cozy Dock
View in Viva Play
Street in front of Rental store
RURAL MARKET
INFO:
Site Area - 845 sq.m
Location - Markal, Karnataka
The Market was spatially designed to have a alternative and distant placement of module with same motive in order to not bring a economic collusion. The module’s functions were selected on the basis of the requirements of the village. Separation of access for different user activities such as buyers, seller, and unloading dock were schemed according to the roads traffic analysis.
Design Iterations & Activities
Site Zoning
The Site can be accessed from 3 entry points each way has its unique usage. The Entry 01 next to Livestocks is wide for temporary parking of trucks for unloading livestock. The Entry 02 on northern side of site is for people and associated with parking space for them. And finally a Entry 03 on the southern side of site is for loading and unloading of goods.
Placement of each modules are carefully planned to provides easy accessibility for pedestrian or vehicles, economical distribution, and flexibility of space. A central clock tower acts as a junction surrounded by modules. Informal Stall space for farmers during early morning sales.
EXPLODED VIEW
Each modules are featured with brick walls and concrete flooring, with access provided through a rolling shutter door. Side wall vents are included to allow hot air to escape. The roof is supported by a wooden frame structure that holds terracotta tiles.
Terracota Tiles
Wooden Framework
Brick Wall
Rolling Shutter Door
Concrete Floor
MODULE - 01
This Module is designed for Grocery store, Stationery Store and Medical store in the market. It has a restriction for the public to access the module from within. The User can enter through a small hinged gateway. It features with a counter, a table with drawers and shelves for storage.
MODULE - 02
This Module is designed for Vegetable vendors and Fruit vendors of the market. It allows the public to circulate around the module for their own prefernece. It features with a table with drawer, display racks and shelves for storage.
MODULE - MEAT STALL
This Module is designed for meat vendors of the market. It is a small module compared to other with a service counter, a wash basin and a table with drawer. This module is placed opposite to Livestock market.
MODULE - 03
This Module is designed for Tea & Snack bar. Users can circulate inside the module. It features a seater, a storage cabinet, and cook station with drawers.
HOTEL DESIGN
INFO:
Site Area - 35,800 sq.m.
Location - Injambakkam, ECR.
This Business Hotel boasts a spacious entrance lobby and a variety of dining options, including restaurants with continental and Indian cuisine, a special restaurant, Bar lounge and a coffee lounge. Entertainment amenities feature a gym, spa, salon, and a swimming pool. Accommodation options range from Executive Rooms to Grand Rooms, Junior Suites, Luxury Suites, and the prestigious Presidential Suite.
Special Amenities include a Ballroom with a capacity of 1,500, a Multi-purpose Hall, and a Business Centre equipped with open desk space, private cabins, team desk spaces, meeting rooms, and a conference hall.
This hotel features 50+1 Executive Rooms, 10 Grand Rooms, and 30 Junior Suites spread across 10 floors. The top floor is reserved for 2 Luxury Suites and the esteemed Presidential Suite.
Ballroom
Site Plan
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
FIRST FLOOR PLAN
ROOMS FLOOR PLAN
5th Floor - 14th Floor
1 2 3 4 5
EXECUTIVE ROOM
The Executive room offers a 45m² floor area, ideal for a single person or a casual business stay for a couple. This room features a foyer that connects the bathroom and bed area to an open balcony view. The room’s theme includes cotton candy blue walls, a walnut wood floor finish, and dark-shaded furniture, creating a chic and comfortable ambiance.
GRAND ROOM
The Grand room offers a spacious 55m² area, beginning with a foyer that connects to the bathroom and a small seating area, which then leads to the bed space. The room also features an open balcony view. The theme includes mild cream white walls, a wooden floor finish, and light-shaded furniture, creating an inviting and elegant atmosphere.
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
The Bathroom features a modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a freestanding bathtub, a wall-mounted toilet, and a minimalist shelving unit, all set against beige walls and flooring.
The modern, minimalist living room with an integrated kitchen features sleek furniture, contemporary cabinetry, and a stylish island with bar stools. Large windows with sheer curtains flood the space with natural light, creating an airy, inviting atmosphere.
The bedroom features a minimalist, modern design with recessed lighting, a geometric decorative panel behind the bed, lowprofile furniture, a cozy seating area, light wood flooring, and large windows with sheer curtains, creating an
and inviting atmosphere.
DETAIL DRAWINGS
TOILET TILE LAYOUT
GRANITE
1. SIZE OF WALL TILES ARE 600MM X 1200MM.
2. SIZE OF ANTI-SKID CERAMIC TILES IN DRY AND SEMI-WET SPACES ARE 300MM X 300MM.
3. SIZE OF VITRIFIED TILES IN WET SPACE IS 600MM X 600MM.
4. THICKNESS OF TILES USED ARE 10MM.
KITCHEN CHIMNEY
SNJ RESIDENCE
Option - 01 Day Render
Option - 01 Night Render
Option - 02 Day Render
Option - 02 Night Render
MOHAN RESIDENCE
Facade Option - 01
Facade Option - 02
Facade Option - 03
Facade Option - 04
BASIC DESIGN
The model is built by the Repetation of a element in angular movement creating a twister, with the basis of part to whole principle.
SPINNING THE WHEELS OF COSMOS
INTANGIBLE TO TANGIBLE
The model is to convey the experience and emotion of a path taken through a tangible objects. Each part denotes different intangible feeling like breeze, going down a slope, climbing a slope, jumping over puddles, arch, and a junction. It is to materialise a vision or a series of thoughts.
NATURAL OXYMORONS
Abstract art of a oxymoron living dead depicted by using corrugated sheet which are cut into triangles. The under lying image is a tree standing slant after being cut in a forest where even the dead tree provides the environment like a living tree.
PASSING OF TIMES
INTEGRITY OF DETAILING
REMEMBRANCE OF PAST
The essence of Minimalism is simplicity, but simplicity without depth is merely cheap. It is not enough. - Tadao
