Architecture Portfolio | 2023

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01. THE BRICK KILN: AN ADAPTIVE REUSE An urban edge development project as a prototype for reusing abandoned Brick Kilns accross the country Undergraduate Thesis Project

02. A CITY IN SPACE A group housing project developed to conceive a housing complex, as a multifunctional neighborhood Design Studio Project

03. A CHIC BOHO APARTMENT Refurbishing and Redesigning an apartment in Gurgaon, a major satellite city of the capital city, Delhi.

Interior Design Project in Gurgaon, India

04. BRICK AND BAMBOO ABODE A 350 sq yards residential project in DLF Hyde Park, New Chandigarh Residential Construction in New Chandigarh, India

05. OTHER WORKS

01 THE BRICK KILN - AN ADAPTIVE REUSE This thesis will be a study into how an old brick kiln can be rethought, designed and accentuated post its manufacturing phase through adaptive reuse Site in Baagwali, Haryana, India

Over the past few years, a lot of brick kilns have been closed down throughout the country leaving these land parcels abandoned or under - developed. Continuous urban sprawling has resulted in the exploitation of fertile agricultural land while ignoring the available land resource. There is a need to realise the potential of such land parcels. This adaptive reuse project will help create possibilities of infrastructural development and bring about awareness regarding the fact that - former kiln sites are not merely degraded areas, but can add value to the site and act as a catalyst for development of the neighbouring regions.

Undergraduate Thesis Project, 2021

The aim is to understand how an old brick kiln can be rethought, designed and accentuated post its manufacturing phase through adaptive reuse. The trilogy of the dying land, weak rural economy and crowded urban infrastructure will benefit from this study.

Zone 5 Complete experience of The Brick Kiln.

Dining area inside the kiln would be a very exciting experience for both the urban and rural users

Zone 4 Building material users i.e. architects, vendors and buyers. A place to showcase various materials

Avenue wide walkway leading to The Brick Kiln and providing direct, clear views

Public Plaza

Parking

Various public plazas acting as meeting and activity points.

provided at comfortable distances from all zones

Zone 3 Zone 4 Informal market area with a food street to create a rural experience and encourage local artists and artisans to participate

Zone 1 Highway complex users to use public amenities like toilets and quick service restaurants

Community hall users for small events like birthday parties. A flexible space for a gathering of 50 - 200 people with closed, semi open and open areas

SITE LOCATION

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Sun/Wind Pattern

agricultural fields

Zone 1 30 minutes - 1 hour

poultry farm

poultry farm

Winter winds trees planted in the NW to block the chilling winds

Zone 2 | 2 - 3 hours, Zone 4 | 4 - 5 hours

Winter winds bigger masses to prevent strong winter winds

Zone 3 | 3 - 4 hours, Zone 4 | 4 - 5 hours

agricultural fields Summer winds bigger built masses to block the summer winds

Shaded region suitable for open air activities

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Summer winds trees planted in the SE to block the hot and dry loo (summer winds)

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Service Pattern

Program Pattern

circulation paths drainage pattern water supply pattern Maximum slope (Direction of surface runoff) Rainwater harvesting system

poultry farm

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Zone 1 QSR and food courts

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Zone 1 highway retail facilities

Zone 2 Building material showrooms

Zone 3 cafetaria Zone 4 Informal retail, artisan shops, food street

Zone 3 multipurpose hall

agricultural fields Direction of drainage arrows indicating surface runoff

Service Road services for food courts and retail

Zone 4 restaurant / food court

steel industry steel industry

Service Area rear part of the site, inaccessible

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Landscaping Pattern

Circulation Pattern

Shape of the site due to the shape of site, this acute angled corner becomes good for landscaping

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Since brick kiln industry is a polluting industry, it is usually located far from rural or urban settlements or in the middle of agricultural fields. Continuous urban sprawling has resulted in the exploitation of fertile agricultural land while ignoring the available land resource.

The aim is to understand how an old brick kiln can be rethought, designed and accentuated post its manufacturing phase through adaptive reuse.

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Major Axis axis governing circulation

Vehicular Circulation vehicular movement restricted to zone 1 NH7 30 feet wide road used as access to the site

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The abandoned kiln site is located on the National Highway 7 and is easily accessible to the passers by - both visually and physically. It experiences traffic of religious tourists travelling to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Other tourists travelling to Nainital, Dehradun, Mussoorie and other hill stations of Uttrakhand will also take this route.

agricultural fields Service road existing 7 feet wide road used as service road

Avenue to provide a clear view of The Brick kiln Pedestrian Circulation pedestrian pathways connecting the zone 2, zone 3 and zone 4, leading to The Brick Kiln

poultry farm North, West edges To block the smell from the poultry farm and avoid undesirable views

Gulmohar trees to catch the eye of the passers by Existing row of trees along NH7

Jacaranda - ornamental trees

agricultural fields

Mango trees to bring in a native character and provide shade

Existing trees on site

Amaltas - medicinal properties can treat soil East edge To block the view of the industry and block the summer winds Ficus on the avenue because they can be trained according to requirement

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PROPOSAL FOR REINTERPRETATION OF THE BRICK KILN

Reimagining the Chimney used as the focal point and landmark for the site.

1. Dismantle the existing roof Due to the poor condition of the existing roof, it must be dismantled

Thick walls to create a walkway for people to experience The Brick Kiln

enclosed structure to create an accessible garden

Creating avenues and vistasto draw attention to The Brick Kiln structure and provide clear views.

voids leading to the interior of the kiln - used as a dining area

2. Walkways and Gardens using the thick walls of the kiln to create public spaces and break down the huge solid mass by creating green spaces

MS framework to support the upper floor deck area

display areas and exhibitions for the industries in the vicinity

What makes a great public space ?

new walls added to accomodate services

3. New Roof covering creating a see - through covering to protect the kiln and let the users have a clear view of the site and the surroundings

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Great public spaces are those places where celebrations are held, social and economic exchanges occur, friends run into each other, and cultures mix.

SITE LAYOUT The site layout is such that multiple paths and avenues have been created, having a visual connection with the Brick Kiln. Pathways are pedestrian friendly and each one provides a different experience of exploration giving users the flexibility to choose as per the availability of time. A footbridge over the vehicular road ensures safe movement of pedestrians.

The vehicular movement is restricted to some part of the site with parking spaces available at appropriate distances. Kos Minars spread throughout the site, act as places for drinking water. The landscaping is such that each zone is dominated by specific type of native plant/tree namely Amaltas, Jakaranda, Amla and Gulmohar. Planter beds with ornamental trees provide shade and space for people to sit and relax.

twisted brick columns as street lights

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1. Kos Minar - availability of drinking water

2. Brick sculptures acting as mini focal points

3. Footbridge to allow safe pedestrian movement

4. Soil banks for planting ornamental trees and allowing seating for visitors

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LEGEND

KITCHEN RESTAURANT RESTAURANT CIRCULATION INSIDE KILN ICE CREAM / PAAN SHOP PUBLIC TOILETS HANDICRAFT SHOPS INTERIOR SHOWCASE SHOWROOMS

LONGER ELEVATION( ALL DIMENSIONS IN METRES)

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The plaza at the rear side of the kiln with gradual steps acting like a sit out space. It can host live music for a complete fine dine experience

A covered walkway on the upper level helps people experience the entire kiln and the site. Laser shows depicting the culture of Haryana on the vaulted roofs will become a major attraction making the local communities proud

During the night, The vaulted roof of the kiln is used to project the historically rich culture of Haryana making the local people feel proud. This could also motivate people to realise the potential of such land parcels and use the resource wisely.

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The locational characteristic of the site has been used to the advantage of this project. By providing QSRs right at the entrance to the site, we can increase the footfall of people travelling on the NH7.

“If we could combine Starbucks spirit with the spirit of the artisan, we know we could achieve something special.”

- Kengo Kuma

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To promote the local artisans and craftsmen, an informal market street has been provided for them to sell their handicrafts. Since most of the footfall shall be from the destination-oriented urban youth, this will encourage rural-urban exchange and contribute to the nearby villages' local economy.

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The architectural language is in line with the concept of celebrating brick. The brick jaali wall and a concrete gargoyle become the stand-out elements here. The inverted arched windows bring a touch of modernism to the otherwise traditional brutalist materials.

Type 1 : Handicraft stalls PEBBLES TO COVER DRAIN STORAGE

REMOVABLE PARTITION TO ALLOW FLEXIBILITY

Each unit has a semi-covered spillover space with pergolas providing shade. The plaza leading to the QSRs has gradual steps with green pockets allowing people to sit and enjoy the clean air of the villages.

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metal framework with a basic brick structure and green roof

A 6m wide space covered with pergolas between two units act as a spillover

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This area is connected to the rest of the plaza by means of a footbridge to facilitate pedestrian movement.

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A catanary vault in the plaza area acts like a sunshade and enhances the overall experience of the user

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shaded seating and activity zones with a view of the brick kiln from the market street Tensile roof to cover the market units

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STRUCTURE Multiple informal pathways eventually leading to the Brick Kiln have been created with a different experience along each. The market street with food courts, street food stalls, and handicraft stalls have been placed along the central vista and the informal pathways.

Each unit has a metal framework with a tensile roof. The interior is a temporary brick structure that can be modified per the vendors' interpretation, contributing to cultural and communal exchange.

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MS Frame 10 X 10 cm to support tensile roof Mesh frame supporting the hanging planters Drain covered with pebbles MS columns 10 X 10 cm

brick jaali wall and a concrete gargoyle pouring rainwater into the planter bed

View of the outside with the Brick Kiln as a backdrop

COMMUNITY CENTRE

SHOWROOM / EXHIBITION

VALIDITY On analysing the area near the site, it was realised that there are no places for local people and organisations to meet and socialise.

VALIDITY Many people from the neighbouring cities and villages visit the nearby kilns to procure construction materials.

Showcases and exhibits regarding innovations in terms of types, colours and techniques of brickmaking can help people make informed decisions.

To enhance the experience for the urban crowd by familiarising them with the historical art and architectural elements, a conscious effort was made to integrate the architectural language of Haryana.

This provides a single platform to discuss multiple aspects of the construction industry.

Front Entrance towards the Brick Kiln. A 6ft. deep corridor to provide a shaded walkway

Laser shows depicting the culture of Haryana on the vaulted roofs will become a major attraction making the local communities proud. The community centre and Open-Air theatre provide a platform to generate a rural-urban mutual exchange of culture.

Stepped plaza in front of community centre to hold outdoor events

STRUCTURE STRUCTURE

The structure is a vaulted roof resting on RCC columns.

Towards the front is a 6 feet deep corridor to create a shaded walkway with arched fenestrations to allow for unrestricted movement between various exhibits.

It was essential to provide flexibility in terms of indoor and outdoor spaces, which can be broken down into smaller segments when required.

The gargoyles collect rainwater from the vaulted roofs and pours the rainwater into the adjoining planter beds.

The layout is such that a visual connection is maintained with The Brick Kiln by providing a plaza in front of the building. A pre-function space in the form of a wide corridor looks out into the open space.

A parking space has been provided close to this area to assist the movement of heavy articles/exhibits

The meeting hall has been designed to be converted into smaller halls to cater to smaller gatherings. A service and a guest parking space allow the easy movement of users and services.

Rear entrance with a parking for people who don’t wish to experience the entire site

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The arched doorways frame scenic views of the site

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CITY IN SPACE Social Group Housing proposal for a 12.44 acre site in Greater Mohali Region, Punjab

Individual Academic Project

People need an identifiable spatial unit to belong to, but today’s pattern of development destroys neighbourhoods. The idea of creating a city in space came from the need to create an area to allow people to feel included in a close-knit community.

A need was felt to impart a unique identity in order to bring about a positive growth in the urban morphology of this developing part of Greater Mohali, which is a new development.

The design language and understanding of spaces is inspired from the Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill.

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LAYOUT CONCEPT In order to have a comfortable space for a larger number of people living in a restricted space, it is important to ensure that public and private realms are taken care of.

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Balconies have been provided such that no two balconies face each other. This provides flexibility to the user to enjoy their personal space while leaving scope for interaction once they step out of the home. Various overlooking terraces have been provided to promote exchange. This allows more light and better ventilation subsequently.

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1. ENTRANCE 2. LIVING ROOM 3. KITCHEN 4. TOILET 5. BATHING AREA 6. BEDROOM 7. NICHE/POOJA SPACE 8. BALCONY 9. SHAFT

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Each module has been planned around a central courtyard with 8-9 units around it. To make the building more habitable and keeping in mind the lifestyle of the people, there is a four storey limit.

EWS BLOCK PLAN Housing units have been planned around a central courtyard providing a common space for communal activities. On the first floor, a bridge connects the blocks together

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1,2 BHK BLOCK GROUND FLOOR PLAN Lift lobby with a central courtyard. Shafts have been provided for ease of maintainence of services

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1,2 BHK BLOCK FIRST FLOOR PLAN There is flexibility in terms of open spaces for each block including private balconies, stepped terraces and courtyards opening up into larger green areas

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a sliding folding door between the bedroom and living area to open up the space in case of a gathering

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Arched entance to the lift lobby of the 1,2 BHK block reflecting the architectural language of punjab havelis

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balconies and open areas were given equal importance for natural light and ventilation

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2 4BHK DUPLEX BLOCK GROUND FLOOR PLAN There are four apartments on each alternate floor with a common lift lobby.

The layout is such that each apartment gets a double height balcony

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3BHK DUPLEX BLOCK FIRST FLOOR PLAN Staggered overlooking terraces have been provided for each apartment.

This gives the users a private open space in their home. The uppermost levels have similar overlooking terraces acting as activity nodes

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3BHK DUPLEX BLOCK GROUND FLOOR PLAN A central service core with emergeny staircase. Multiple entrances through arched doorways are oriented such that cross ventilation is possible. Green planter beds in the lift lobby create a suitable microclimate

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The image shows 3 BHK apartments in the front and 4 BHK apartments towards the rear

03 THE CHIC BOHO HOME Refurbishing and Redesigning an apartment in Gurgaon, a major satellite city of the capital city, Delhi.

Project with Studio Mohenjodaro

The clients, a young couple moving here from Chandigarh, reached out to us with the major concern of a lack of space since they are used to bigger houses. The couple wanted us to do this apartment in natural materials and finishes with easy breezy furniture. We were supposed to make sure that no space looked cluttered.

The primary demand was the annexation of the social areas of the apartment with the kitchen, to provide ample space to invite friends and family.

To help them escape the industrial looking Gurgaon scenes and keeping in mind the overall aesthetic demanded by the clients, we took the liberty of adopting a free-spirited approach to interior design — a style that fully embraces playful colours, textures, and patterns and embodies individual expression through the careful curation and layering of multicultural artworks and textiles.

LAYOUT LEGEND

The project program redesigned the kitchen space to accommodate more space and allow its open integration into the dining area. In the intimate portion, the master bedroom and two guest bedrooms were kept, which also serve as offices on a daily basis. The guy being a music enthusiast, wanted the front sun room to be converted into a home studio where he could put his drum set.

1. MAIN ENTRANCE 2. LIVING ROOM 3. BAR AREA 4. DINING AREA 5. KITCHEN 6. DRUM ROOM 7. PASSAGE 8. BEDROOM 9. DRESSING AREA 10. TOILET 11. POWDER ROOM 12. STAFF AREA 13. SERVICE ENTRY 14. STORE ROOM 15. BALCONY 16. DRUM ROOM 17. POWDER TOILET

In order to achieve a boho aesthetic, we added curves and arches in the ceiling and door openings and used pine wood because of its naturally light shade wherever planned.

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pictures taken at site Another major concern was the lack of storage and the small dressing areas. For this reason, we tried to accommodate storage in furniture pieces to keep essentials under wraps but at the ready. The goal was not to clutter the space by adding extra fixed storage units. All beds are box beds with storage inside them. The sitting ledge in the living room as well as the drum room, are designed such that they can be moved around and have ample storage space.

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Wall hung rack to keep decoration pieces and planters

A sliding wooden partition with glass and cane panels to make it seem see-through

arched opening with a wooden moulding leading to the private area

arched opening with a wooden moulding leading to dining area

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Stepped seating with inbuilt storage

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THEME AND DESIGN

At its core, the bohemian aesthetic is carefree and tied with this relaxed approach is a deep appreciation for art, culture and nature. The arched openings and curved ceiling designs provide a softness to the house. Hints of bold colours have been added by means of furniture pieces like a forest green sofa for the living room. The cane and glass partition between the living and drum room also gives a very earthy look. The kitchen cabinets also have a curved shutter design and are painted in a light blueish grey.

Partitions and wall decor makes use of glass and mirrors to make the interior look lighter, brighter and larger. For the dining area wall, we chose a textured finish in beige colour. The walls behind the bed in the guest rooms have abstract graphical wallpapers in subtle but vibrant colours and wooden accents in bed designs. The furniture was designed mindfully to not make it look bulky in the available space.

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SUSPENDED SHELVING

Wooden accents used in combination with patterned wallpapers

wooden shelving connected with jute ropes to keep planters in the living room.

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DINING AREA A five seater circular dining table was designed to allow unobstructed circulation. A pendant bamboo lamp was chosen as the highlight element.

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bar cabinet with a wall hung mirror

balcony with a hammock and lots of plants

partition in cane and glass

stepped seating in living room

sitting ledge in drum room

bed and dressing table for master bedroom

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MASTER BEDROOM Wood and wicker was the theme for the master bedroom. A sleek pine wood pelmet to conceal exposed beams and curtains was integrated in the false ceiling design. A bamboo ceiling lamp complements the overall scheme.

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04 BRICK AND BAMBOO ABODE A 350 sq yards residential project in DLF Hyde Park, New Chandigarh

Project with Studio Mohenjodaro

Designed for a family of four, this house is a 10-minute drive from the main city of Chandigarh in a gated community. The house is built at the edge of a street of row houses with an enthralling view of the Shivaliks and part of the green belt adjoining the plot.

The client, currently residing in Aurangabad, wanted a spacious house with clear views of the Shivaliks. A firm believer in Vastu, the aesthetic, including the material palette, orientation, and flow of spaces, was greatly influenced by the principles of Vastu.

In terms of the facade, we wanted to use natural materials as much as possible to make it look timeless.

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FRAMING VIEWS Looking at the greenery around the plot, we considered designing a structure that can coexist with the existing landscape, without superseding it. At the same time, we aim to enhance the choreography of the home—how the residents interact with and move throughout the house. By framing views, it’s possible to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor space and encourage that natural flow.

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Planter bed cladded with brick on the outside and a granite top

Planter bed cladded with brick on the outside and a granite top

Cut-out on the first floor

Rear Porch overlooking the green belt

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Metal and Bamboo pergola

Front Porch with a view of the Shivaliks

Double height dining area

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EXTERIOR FINISHES The exterior has brick cladding in combination with a rough stucco finish. The exterior aluminium doors and windows are painted in steel grey colour. Jaisalmer stone has been used around the exterior doors and windows to create an elegant moulding design.

The pergolas over the patios are made in metal and bamboo, complementing the idea of a rustic aesthetic for the facade. Indian granites in shades of grey and brown have been used for flooring.

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main entrance gate and railing made in bamboo and metal

front patio on first floor with a bamboo and metal pergola, stone moulding around doors and windows

rear patio on the first floor with a bamboo and metal pergola, stone moulding around doors and windows

second floor terrace

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kitchen garden in backyard on ground floor

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PANDORA’S BOX

LAHORI TOLA

A “Room” for Communication 120 Hours Competition, 2018 Team of 3 members

A traditional human settlement NASA Competition, Louis I. Kahn Trophy, 2018

Brief : To design an ideal room for communication and express how architecture can initiate communication. A physical space in a world where interactions have become intangible.

Brief : to document the evolution and construction of a dwelling that has a unique significance in terms of culture, community, crafts, and beliefs.

It should have the potential to be termed as a heritage structure.

BRAHMSTHAN

COURTYARD

The Brahamsathan is the most important zone of courtyard or open space in the centre, around which all other spaces are placed.

BRACKETS

The fenestrations in the building, face the South-East side which ensures passage of summer winds and the wall facing the North-West side is devoid of any openings, blocking the unwanted winter winds.

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COURTYARD

TEMPLE The temple should be in N-W direction of building and should be south facing with no other level above it.

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The space is a complete physical manifestation of the unconscious thought that governs communication. A metaphorical but timeless statement that aims to transcend morphological and semantic conventions. It has no doors, and communication with it doesn't require access—just being there is sufficient. The surrounding environment serves as its skin, providing points of reference with synthetically reproduced chaotic landscapes on each side. The viewer's perception is a reflection of their unconscious selves.

The gravity that pulls it into the world of reality obscures its communicative quality. Of course, it still speaks, acts, transmits, and communicates. It is commonplace.

ENTRANCE The entrance of the dwelling should be in the east or west according to the vastu of Lahori Tola.

Binding material made using gudd and gond

Lakhauri Itta (bricks originated in Lahore)

SECOND FLOOR BALCONY

THIRD FLOOR

“Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together.”

- Mark Twain Lahori Tola is a result of organic expansion of houses and temples arranged in a manner that creates open and closed spaces between the houses, creating an interactive environment among the locals. The above is a 130-year-old house, with the seventh generation inhabiting it. It is majorly made from stone, acquired from the Vindhyachaal range To improve the city's tourism landscape, the Kashi Vishvanath Corridor project was introduced and carried out, resulting in the demolition of nearly 300 stone-built buildings.

PARTITION DESIGN M

33 4"

2"

3"

B

A B-Groove on all edges

2"

Client: Mr. Kulwant Singh Design: The partition is meant to be a visual barrier between the prayer room and the living room. Due to the size of this partition, we decided to choose very easy breezy materials. A sliding partition which touches the false ceiling was designed in wood and cane.

2"X612" thk Wooden Frame 2"X2" thk Wooden Frame

2" 2"

2"

2"X612" thk Wooden Frame 2"X4" thk Sliding Wooden Frame 4mm thk Veneer pasted on 1" board

2"

2"

2"

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Office Project, 2023

2"X2" thk Wooden Frame 2"X2" thk Wooden Frame

2"X612" thk Wooden Frame M

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2"X4" thk Wooden Frame 4mm thk Veneer pasted on 1" board

2"X2" Wooden Frame

1"X1" Wooden Supports Hollow Space Cane Work 2"X2" thk Wooden Frame

8'-5 1 4 "

9'-4"

9'-6"

Fixed Panel

Sliding Panel

8'-1"

9'-6"

Cane Work

Sliding Panel

Fixed Panel

8'-1 1 4"

9'-6"

Cane Work

Fixed Panel

Sliding in this direction

BABA JI'S ROOM

2"

3 3 4"

2"

2"

41 2"

4mm thk Veneer pasted on 1" board 2"X6 12" thk Wooden Frame Hettich Topline 80 / 120 2"X4" thk Sliding Wooden Frame 2"X2" thk Wooden Frame 4mm thk Veneer pasted on 1" board Hollow Space Cane Work

2"

4"

Sliding Panel

Fixed Panel

3" 2"

Partition in the making !

The photographs have been taken from outside the prayer room.

Once the partition slides to the left, the inverted arch design comes together to look like a capsule.

4"

SECTION FROM B

SECTION FROM A

Bottom of False Ceiling

1 " 2 1 6 2"

ELEVATION FROM OUTSIDE PRAYER ROOM

2"X4" thk Sliding Wooden Frame Fixed Panel

Sliding in this direction 2" 3" 2"

2'-921 " 2"

2" 2"3" 2"

2'-921 " 2" 3" 2"

3"

3'-91 2"

61 2"

4"

4"

1 " 2 61 2"

1 " 2 2"

2"

3" 3 3 4"

2"

2"

2"

4" 3"

Hollow Space

2"

LOBBY 2"

LOBBY

BABA JI'S ROOM

X

2"

4'-0"

SECTION AT X

For the convenience of use, a sliding divider was adopted. The left panel of the partition was left fixed due to the living room's furniture arrangement in order to prevent any circulation obstructions. The cane creates space for natural ventilation and lets light flood the living room.

61 2"

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The hardware is manufactured by the German business Hettich. This timber construction was supported from the top by a topline 80 channel.

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