Pradyumna G P | Undergraduate Architecture Portfolio | RVCA
PRADYUMNA G P
Architect
Driven by a strong work ethic and passion for architecture, I thrive on challenges and continuously seeks to broaden my knowledge.
My approach combines rigorous critical analysis with innovative problem-solving techniques, aiming to create seamless connections between the tangible and intangible aspects of design.
I am currently seeking for an opportunity that will offer the greatest potential for learning and growth in my architectural journey. My aim is to contribute meaningfully to the impactful projects while improving my skills and enriching my professional path in the field.
EDUCATION
PrimaryEducation:
S M S English Medium School, Udupi, Karnataka.
SecondaryEducation:
Alvas’s P U College, Moodbidri, Karnataka.
BachelorOfArchitecture:
R V College of Architecture, Bangalore, Karnataka.
Internship:
PMA Madhushala, Pune, Maharashtra
ProjectArchitect:
Gaurav Roy Choudhury Architects, Bangalore.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Rhinoceros 3D
Autodesk Revit
Enscape
Lumion
Vray
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
QGIS
MS Office
pradyumnagp01@gmail.com +91-6366277814
SPOKEN
Kannada English
Konkani
Hindi
Marathi Hand Drafting
LANGUAGES
COMPETITIONS
• StudentsAwardsForExcellenceIn Documentation Of Architectural
Heritage – Council of Architecture
Madhavaraya Temple, Gorantla, Andhra Pradesh 2021
• SolarDecathlonIndia
Net Zero Energy Building 2022
• Archdias
Residence Interior Design
Competition 2022
• TheDrawingBoard
Charles Correa Memorial 2022
• VolumeZeroCompetitions
Tiny Library Competition 2023
• KarawaanIndia
Transforming spaces 2024
OTHER ENDAVEOURS
• Ideapreneurship Workshop
• Bamboo Workshop
• Hafele workshop
• Rendering workshop
• Blood Donation Camps
CO-CURRICULARS
Visualization team member Kalpa – Official College Magazine
MediaCommitteeHead
Dimension 15 : College Exhibition
VolleyballTeamplayer
Inter-college Sports events
MemberofPanelsCommittee
Dimension 14 : College Exhibition
OppositionleaderoftheSchoolParliament
S M S English Medium School
Participated
GrandJuryWinners Office Division Winners
Honourable mentions Top – 15 ( out of 525+ teams)
Participated
Participated
Participated
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Freehand sketching
• 3D Visualization
• Graphic skills
• Photography / Video editing
• Sports : Volleyball, Football, Badminton
INTERESTS
01
Thesis – Aleeve
Infrastructural Development Project
A community Hub with Marine Research Centre
Built-Up : 6053sq.m
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03 04 Academics and Work Experience
Project Architect
Gaurav Roy Choudhury Architects Oct2024 – Jan2025
Internship Work
PMA Madhushala Jan2024 – Jun2024
Urban Connect
Redefining Moodbidre town’s connectivity
A Transit Hub
Built-Up : 8625sq.m
Aleeve
Empowering Coastal Communities with a hub of unity and Marine Insight
Community Hub with Marine Research Facility
Built-Up : 6053 sq.m
Sem IX, Thesis work
Site : Kundapura, Udupi, Karnataka, India
Studio Mentors : Bikramjit Chakraborty, Dinesh Rao, Nagraj Vastarey, Sandeep Sen
How can principles of participatory design empower fishermen community, fostering ownership and pride in shaping their built environment and decisionmaking processes?
Aleeve is a visionary thesis project with the goal of catalyzing Kundapura, India, into a sustainable hub Central to its mission is the integration of a Marine Research Centre with the local fishing community, aimed at enhancing fishing techniques and promoting aquaculture practices
Complementing this integration is the establishment of a vibrant Community Hub, complete with healthcare facilities and accommodations for researchers, fostering both economic growth and cultural exchange Aleeve places a strong emphasis on resilience, employing elevated structures and locally sourced materials to ensure functionality even during floods a critical consideration in the region. Additionally, the project proposes a thoughtfully designed walkway to enhance the efficiency of movement for fishermen
Aleeve is not only addressing the pressing socio-economic challenges faced by Kundapura but also laying the foundation for its sustainable transformation
Lacking public facilities : Lack of public facilities for the fishermen tourists and the costal village.
Lack of opportunities : Due to the absence of infrastructural development, the community lacks opportunities to learn and use improved techniques of fishing.
between the town and the coastal belt: The infrastructural development does not happen parallelly. Issues
The ‘W’ Factors :
Locations of Centre for Marine Fisheries Research Institute
What : A community hub associated with the marine research centre for the fishermen community providing necessary facilities supporting their daily activities which acts as a Centre for improvement in the community as well as the town and tourism
How : A dedicated space for the research centre and the fishermen focusing on the occupational needs and a focus on infrastructural improvement
Why : to make the coastal fishing sector a productive and economically profitable, improve the way of life for the community with the help of marine research centre.
Where : Kundapura, Karnataka, India
Who : the stakeholders – Fishermen, Fish mongers, govt Authority, Tourists and the town population
Fisheries Statistics : Contribution of Udupi District for the Karnataka State
Project’s Contribution with its Setting
What is CMFRI?
Central for Marine Fisheries Research Institute’s vision is ‘Sustainable marine fisheries through management intervention and enhanced coastal fish production through mariculture for improved coastal livelihoods’
1. The fishermen community
• Directly benefitted from access to research findings, resource for sustainable knowledge, improving long-term livelihoods
• Receive training in modern fishing techniques and safety protocols
2 The Agricultural Community
• It can be benefitted by exploring aquaculture opportunities where marine research can optimize sustainable practices and diversify the source of income
3 Dock Station
• Integration of marine research activities and improvement in facilities at dock station ( accommodation for deep sea fishermen along with the research officials and provision for warehouse space )
4 Sea-walk
• Considering sea-walk into design allows visitors and community to learn about the marine environment
• Educational displays or facilities on the way to sea-walk could provide information about marine life and ecosystem
• Research can provide data for availability and sustainability of marine resources This helps in optimizing operations and reduce waste
• Research can identify new market opportunities
6. Gangolli Port
• Promoting the training facilities for the fishermen of Gangolli, improved jetties for easy accessibility
• Efficient accommodation of boats
ResilienceCharacteristics
Mission : To develop an information-based management system for changing over from open access to regulated regime in marine fisheries, augment coastal fish production through mariculture and sea ranching and restore critical marine habitats
What does CMFRI do?
• Monitor and assess the marine fisheries resources of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) including the impact of climate and anthropogenic activity and develop sustainable fishery management plans
• Basic and strategic research in mariculture to enhance production
• Act as a repository of geo-spatial information on marine fishery resources and habitats
• Consultancy services; and human resource development through training, education and extension
Connected Training centres, gathering spaces and workshops
Raise in sea level by 0.76m by the end of 21st century ( 77 years )
By Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology ( IITM )
Based on the article published on Sept 11, 2023
Reasons : human activities, expansion of sea water due to heat, melting of glaciers
Threat to : Coastal communities, Low lying areas, marine ecosystem
Major research focus and its impact on marine fisheries sector in India
• Support to strengthen the marine fishery management regime in India
• Estimation of marine fish landings
• Integration of satellite technologies into fisheries management
• Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM)
• Addressing climate change concerns in the marine fisheries sector
• Fishery socioeconomics, marketing, trade and fisheries governance
• Innovations in mariculture
• Marine biotechnology
Survey with the Local Fishermen Community of Kundapura – Complete Document
Program Flowchart
Design Strategies
Design Development
Public Health Care for the local fishermen community
Accommodation for the research officials Training Square for awareness related events
Fish Cutting Unit restructured improving the functionality of spaces
Street View looking towards the training square OAT aligned perpendicular to the already existing Landing Dock on site
Cafeteria serving the local food, facing the sea
Jetties for the domestic fishermen and tourists
Buffer Space between the public spaces and the private offices
Community Hub for the community and the tourists, with artifacts narrating the story of old port city (Basrur)
Waiting Lobby at PHC flexible to have an open courtyard
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ProjectArchitect
At Gaurav Roy Choudhury Architects, I worked as a Project Architect on a residential project, where I developed a deeper understanding of design approaches and intentions in architecture. I learned to analyze projects thoroughly, simplify complex ideas into actionable solutions, and manage the project effectively on-site, ensuring the design vision was realized seamlessly. This experience enhanced my ability to approach architecture with a thoughtful and practical mindset
Inferences : understanding the plaster types and their properties. Using the typologies based on the place of usage. Also understanding the aesthetics of different plastering typologies
Inferences : understanding the plaster types and their properties. Using the typologies based on the place of usage. Also understanding the aesthetics of different plastering typologies
Inferences : Regular site visits for invigilating the site work based on drawings provided, checking bills and to attend meetings with client, contractor and site engineer
Inferences : understanding the plaster types and their properties. Using the typologies based on the place of usage. Also understanding the aesthetics of different plastering typologies
Internship
During my time at PMA Madhushala in Pune, I undertook an immersive architecture internship that left a profound impact on me The experience served as a nexus of theoretical learning and practical application, offering a comprehensive understanding of architectural processes. From conceptual ideation to meticulous construction documentation, every aspect of the internship presented valuable opportunities for growth. I am deeply grateful for the mentorship and support provided by Prassana Morey sir, Divya ma’am and the talented team at PMA Madhushala, which was instrumental in shaping my perspective and skill set This internship has instilled in me a deep sense of confidence as I move forward into the next phase of my architectural career.
Project Drawings
Agro tourism – Resort at Goa
• Structural drawing
• Wall drawing
• Wall drawing – Elevation
• Electrical drawing
• Electrical drawing – Elevation
• Electrical Table
• Plumbing drawing
• Ghat End Drawing
Waje House – Residence at Pune
• Entrance Drawing
• Kitchen Drawings
• Staircase Fabrication Drawings
Fulfagar House – Interior Project at Pune
• IPS Flooring groove drawing
• Wardrobe Drawings
Vaara – Housing at Bhor
• Road levels marking drawing and Sections
Kalokhe Resort – at Mahabaleshwar
• Slab and Staircase Drawings
Unbuilt Explorations 01 – Exhibition at Pune
• Project Drawings and Execution of the Project
The Fort School ( Invited Competition ) – at Solapur
• Design Development to Presentation Drawings
Miscellaneous
• Jagdale House – IPS Flooring drawings, Fabrication drawings, BOQ
• Waje House – Flooring drawings and Stonework drawings, fabrication drawings, BOQ
• Padmaja House – Electrical Drawings
• Vault house – Modelling and renders
• Housing at Hampi – Modelling and renders and walkthrough
• Eolith at Bangalore – Design Development, Presentation
• Jaltarang House – Landscape drawing and model etc
Inferences : Structural idea of the roof and its integration with the wall and other members of the cottage.
Inferences : plumbing pipe fixtures based on the usage of the sanitary, inlet and outlet for the sanitary equipments, slope requirements based on the nanahi traps planned
Inferences : connectivity of the light fixtures, number of switches and plug points based on the electronics used accordingly.
Inferences : purpose of the design, procedure of making a GFC drawings based on the way it must be executed on site, different material palette and the way it is used.
Inferences : different materials that are used for the fabrication of the staircase and the joineries near the cantilever, mathematics based on the finishes
Inferences : Idea of gradient slope that is convenient based on the purpose, efficient cut and fill that could be achieved, intervals of levels provided for the ease of execution of the same
Inferences : understanding the clients’ interests, incorporation of the client's requirement, standard anthropometry, overall aesthetics and functionality of the spaces based on wardrobe designed.
Inferences : understanding the clients’ interests and habits, incorporation of the client's requirement, standard anthropometry, overall aesthetics and functionality of the spaces based on wardrobe designed.
Inferences : marking of the grid on site, execution of the plinth on site based on the level difference, material and structural understanding
Inferences : wall drawings based on the grid marking and their elevations executed on site, partitions understanding based on the functionality and structural support for the exhibition
Marking Plinth Experimentation
Water Body
Carpet Finish
Cloth Installation
Carpet Finish Paint Finish
Light Fixtures
Unbuilt Explorations – 01 : The Process
THE FORT SCHOOL
Inferences : The journey from understanding the site, case studies to complete set of the design drawings and details of finishes of the built, innovation that makes a difference of the built being a unique experience, understanding the clients’ requirements and expectations, design development, presentation aspects
NH 169, opens out many mixed use and commercial built spaces It also leads to the ALVA’s PU College on the south-west side Residences are located away from the national highway
SettlementPattern
Density of built spaces is more compared to the old settlement with less percentage of land for vegetation
Residences are located away from the main roads (NH 169), with small patches of land for plantation behind The architecture language of the buildings does not involve sloped roofs, instead have conventional flat roofs (G+1 or higher)
STUDY OF THE OLD SETTLEMENT
Saavira Kamba Basadi
Settlement Pattern
Immediate access to residences from the main road Plantation were seen behind the residences, (unpaved roads to access)
Density Of Built Spaces
As compared to the new settlement, it is seen that the density of built spaces is less with more percentage of land used for plantation or left unused
The new settlement is dense and compact and hence it is necessary to provide relief spaces amidst the built spaces. It has also lost the connectivity with the older town neglecting the roots of its culture which is evident in the architecture and built forms of the older town
Settlement
The road network has conventional paved roads which is comparatively wider to the old settlement There is no buffer space between the built and the circulation path
Settlement
Residences built around the basadi showed similar language of architecture, in terms of sloped roofs and materials used
Village Street
Jain Street
Road towards new settlement
New
Old
LAND USE - AROUND THE SITE
• The site is mostly covered with spaces indulged in commercial and mixed-use activities and building typologies
• Few green spaces are located which provide an advantage to the project
• Swaraj Maidan is another key location near the site
POTENTIALS
CONNECTIVITY - TO SITE
There are 3 roads which runs along the site :
• One is State Highway, connecting Mangalore to Karkalla This road has high traffic
• A new By-Pass has been proposed to reduce the traffic in old part of town by deviating vehicles
• Others are small internals roads connecting the site
• The existing market area is a temporary structure, but is a crucial space within the town and is frequently accessed by people of both new and old town
• Swaraj Maidan can be brought to full potential for cultural and other programs take place regularly
• The existing bus stand drives the busses into the city and only caters to the intra-city travel, inter-state from Moodbidri could be improved
• Chowk forms a visual marker to the people travelling towards Moodbidri, providing a sense of arrival
Market area is present right next to swaraj maidan
All the shops are built show the temporal character since people were promised by government to have a market complex Surface is not paved, it is just a mud surface
maidan acts as open space for multiple purpose This space is a sports ground for the students and the youths of the town
CHOWK-JUCTION
The chowk acts as an entrance gate for the entire Moodbidri Junction deviates traffic into four direction
One road leads to the old part of the town, other leads to new part of the town, one leads to the new by-pass road , and last one leads to Alva’s college Thus, this junction becomes prominent for the future proposals
The section depicts the connection between the bus terminal and the public Centre and the roof being a landmark
EXISTING BUS STAND Site is 1KM away from the existing bus stand
Swaraj
SWARAJ MAIDAN
CONCEPT AND DESIGN INTENT
Concept
Bringing in the character of the older settlement pattern and of the basadis based on the aspects such as hierarchy, axis, openness and typology of the built environment to enhance the town’s architectural character considering it to be the emerging nuclei of the town. The materiality of the built enhancing the local material and the history of native plants makes it a landmark creating a sense of contrast in reference to the context
Materiality
Public Centre
The Kalyani which acts as a public centre and the buffer for the bus terminal. The idea behind this being the public centre is with respect how the 18 lakes ( water body ) creates a sense of identity of the town
The access to this public centre happens from all the sides, from OAT, food court, bus terminal and market
Placed based on the wind direction of the place, promoting evaporative cooling
A Temporary Kiosk
The other part of the site is dedicated to the temporary kiosk spaces for the locals which could promote the local food and other community-based activities
Neighborhood Relationship
Considering the site force from the densely built context being more on the site, part of site is left open creating open-built relationship.
The Axes
The axis is derived from the Basadis of the town bringing back the essence of the old town and for the ease of movement in and around the terminal
The Market
The market is designed in a linear manner resembling the old market and is modular and flexible to all types of retail and commercial spaces
The Landmark
The roof of the bus terminal is an element of datum which is an abstraction of the traditional sloped roof It creates a landmark in reference to the context
The roof is built using concrete with bamboo formwork which depicts the lost character of the town itself as the name ‘Moodbidre’ was derived from its bamboo forest
SECTION – BB’
The section depicts the various levels and integration of green buffers with the public Centre and the terminal SCALE – 1:250
A. Proposed bus terminal
B. Swaraj Maidan
C. Temple
D. Auditorium
E. Community Space
F. Health care
G. Scouts-Guides Bhawan
H. Existing Auto Stand
Route-01
Toilet
Lounge for officials
Courier office
Space for traffic officials
miscellaneous
01 02 03 04 05
Solar Decathlon India
Net Zero Energy Building
Grand Jury Winners 2022
Archdias
Residence Interior Design Competition
Honourable mentions : Top-15 2022
The Drawing Board Charles Correa Memorial Participated 2022
Adaptive Reuse of Built Form Vidyarthi Bhawan
Semester VIII – Elective 2023
Freelance
Residential Project – Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
60’x40’ – 2670 sq,ft Built-up 2024
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Artworks, Sketches, Travel and Architectural Photography Interests
Solar Decathlon India 01
02 Residence Interior Design
03 Charles Correa Memorial
Artworks, travel and architectural photography
This Portfolio is solely created for the purpose of application for job in architectural firms. All works are primarily carried out by Pradyumna G P , unless mentioned otherwise
