Architectural Portfolio-Satish Tiwari-2023

SATISH TIWARI

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Education

- Hetauda School Of Management (2014/15 - 2016/17)

College of Science and Management

High School | Hetauda

- Pulchowk Campus (2017- 2023)

Central Institute of Engineering

Undergrad In Architecture | Kathmandu Valley

Experience

- Karma Studio | Internship (Dec 2020 - Aug 2021)

Karyabinayak Homes | Landscape Design (Design Formulation + Detailed Drawings)

News Center | News Set Design (Design Conceptualization)

Soltee City Apartment | Landscape Design (Design Formulation + Detailed Drawings)

Other Tasks | Residence Conceptualization / Structural Drawings / 3d Design Aid

- Freelance Works

Poudel Residence | Nawalparasi (2019)

Devghat Meditation Center | Devghat (2021)

Cabin - 01 Residence | Sarlahi (2021)

Dreamville Residence | Hetauda (2022)

Achievements

Prarambha Bridge Design Competition | 1st Place Supertecture 2021 School Design Competition | Winner

Skills

Design

Rhino, Autocad, Sketchup

Illustration

Photoshop, Lumion, Illustrator

Multimedia

Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Indesign

Languages

Nepali | Native

English | Fluent

Hindi | Fluent

Selected Architectural Works

Competitions

Prarambha Bridge Design 2023

Supertecture Future Flassroom 2022

120 Hours 2022

Academic Works

Alaya Community Center

Drumlin Cafe

Freelance Works

Dreamville

Morphology

Urban pockets in Kathmandu lack nature, its tenacity of evoking ones senses, the ambience it creates. While a mere bridge may not be able to fulfill all these notions but instead of creating a highly functional pedestrian alleyway, I proposed an urban park in the form of a bridge as my design entry.

The task in hand was to reimagine the Ratna Sky Bridge that connected the nodes of the hectic streets of New Road to Putalisadak. The concept for the design came from a painting by Sandra Schulz titled “blinding edge”. The node naturally depicted a morphological nature which inspired the connection between the painting and the structure.

Any space, if architecturally calculated can be a standard space fulfilling every requirement possible but if the public spaces we see today don’t evoke the artist in all of us, the value of architecture will diminish which is why, even though the standards of accessibility and sustainability have been met, I have chosen to focus on the art of it.

Concept

The plan of the structure is designed using the organic patterns of morphology which was inspired by the abstracts of Sandra Sculz - ‘blinding edge. The central large domes are used as the focal points from which the outside roof structures morph. The roof was in itself designed as an artform with some architectural reflection of shade and shadows.

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Organic lines were drawn out tangentially to the footpath encasing the total area for the proposed pedestrian bridge.

Additional organic domes added to infiltrate light into the enclosure with some vacant spots to allow tree plantation.

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Circles drawn out inside enclosed space at intersection of pathways to influence pedestrians to walk under domes.

Using the outlines from the first step and the domes drawn out, a roof was patched in which was mimicked in the floor.

Glass supporting truss in Voronoi Pattern

Central Glass Domes in Intersections

Steel Space Truss for Roof Green Planes in roof to mitigate negative Roof Volume

Translucent PTFE Roofing as main roofing material

Roof Stratified to create framed views

Outlining Tubular Steel Structure

Steel Base as Urban Park

Supertecture 2022

Free Folds

The task at hand was to design a “Future Classroom” that was sutainable and could respond to the social and architectural needs of Dhoksan village. The existing educational curriculum, rooted in the industrial age, neglected contemporary considerations such as time management, creative thinking, and the diverse cognitive inclinations of young minds.

In order to embody this educational philosophy within the architectural framework, we advocated for the establishment of a library as opposed to conventional classrooms. Each distinct section of the library was dedicated to a specific subject, inviting individuals of all ages to immerse themselves in scholarly pursuits. Departing from the conventional arrangement of chairs and desks, the classrooms were equipped with mats, books, and tables, fostering an environment that encouraged children to explore their passions and learn in an unbounded and organic manner.

By employing one-way slopes and segmented flat roofs, the architecture established a visual hierarchy while ensuring a cohesive integration with the landscape. Additionally, the walls were designed to be foldable, offering flexibility to the indoor spaces. This adaptability allowed the classrooms to serve as both a library and a public open space during unofficial hours, responding to the communal needs of the village.

Elevations

Materials

Stone Base

Composite Roof

Wattle & Daub walll

120

Hours 2023

The Fabled Dream

Architects have long sought to solve the puzzle of creating a sustainable society. When tasked with depicting sustainability through a building’s life cycle and a narrative behind it, I found inspiration in nature’s offerings, particularly the concept of igloos. These structures embody sustainability, using local materials, serving their purpose effectively, and leaving no trace upon dissolution. This concept of birth, growth, and dissolution, without causing harm to the environment, resonated with me as the true embodiment of sustainability.

To visualize these ideas, I departed from traditional architectural approaches and instead embraced the expressive medium of my beloved comic artist, Jean “Moebius” Geraud. The imagery from the pages of utopian comics such as “The Garden of Eden” and the adventurous tales of “Arzach” seamlessly aligned with my narrative, offering a fitting visual language to convey my message.

The greatest of minds came together to build a dream. A dream of building a sustainable structure that becomes a statement for the historians and cynics of the world. To conjure such dream, sustainable materials were sourced from the deepest of oceans and the highest of mountains.

The statement was printed on the canvas of site with golden letters of sustainability. Its utopian ideology became a beacon of hope for the optimists. The world thrived in its awe as people started singing tales of it in journals and newspapers.

But just like every other utopian ideology, the utopia created stood upon a dystopian reality. A reality where oceans were tainted and mountains were chiseled to shape the utopian sustainable dream of designers who were too naïve to foresee the future price of “sustainability”.

The sustainable dream thrived for eternity. But the underlying horrors it created lurked within its walls. The horrors of the dystopian world it hid, to present its utopian dream. In the end, people realized, true sustainability is not about the past or the future but about the present where dreams are built, fostered and rested without leaving a mark.

Alaya : Revitalizing a Community

“Alaya,” derived from Sanskrit, signifies shelter. In line with its name, my undergraduate thesis project aimed to create a shelter for a flourishing community—a place where individuals from diverse socio-cultural backgrounds could interact, fostering a lively and immersive environment. Hetauda, renowned for its cultural diversity and picturesque landscapes, has long been in need of a community center that can serve as a focal point for communal gatherings and activities. Consequently, the center was meticulously designed to represent the town’s identity and culture, while also providing a versatile space for individuals to engage in activities aligned with their interests and requirements.

Site Study

Mass and Void

Major Nodes

The site existed as a void in the urban fabric which was already being used by the locals as a communal space to carry out different day to day activites.

Major Landmarks/Roadways

Pathways

Entrance Plaza

Master Plan

Pillar Typologies

Service Cores

Exposed Steel I-Beams

Concrete Infill between falnges

Dynamic facade with the use of reflective curtain walls making it a part of the landscape itself.

Change in sense of place with night light providing transparency revealing indoor activities.

Minimalist accents with the use of bold forms minimal brutalist facades.

Complimenting minimal facades with vertical elements adding noise to evoke dynamism.

Exploded Axonometric Diagram

Site Elevations and Section

Physical Visualization

Drumlin Cafe

Being a public space, the restaurant provides an opportunity for self-expression, where the concepts of contrast, sound, nature, and ambience take center stage. The project was meticulously crafted to embody these key elements, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and memories.

Recalling the fondest memories of communal dining atop a mound in the primary garden, I explored the contrasting elements that made that spot special. The interplay of light and shadow, textures, colors, and materials became integral to the design, creating a dynamic and visually stimulating environment.

Combining the concepts of contrast, sound, nature, and ambience, the project reflects a thoughtful approach to design, providing a unique and expressive dining experience for visitors.

Project Finalization

The site is connected with roads from north and the south. The southern road, being the smaller one, is used for service entry. Meanwhile, the northern road, which is used as the main entrace is referenced for placing building blocks. The master plan is composed of two main building blocks. The northern block houses the primary public dining spaces, kitchen areas and mangerial rooms. The southern block consists of a conference hall and a rooftop dining. The two blocks are connected by a trail running over a waterbody housing a private dining zone.

Since the site is located in a commercial area, the northernmost space in the site is provided with a store to properly utilise the high vlue roadside land. Similarly, a small outdoor cafe is setup between the shop and the restaurant block to provide a spot for office workers, working in neighbouring offices, with a public area, they can retreat to during their evening breaks and enjoy their evening coffee.

SPACES

19. KITCHEN W/C

20. MALE CHANGING ROOM

21. FEMALE CHANGING ROOM

22. FREEZER ROOM

23. STORE ROOM

24. WATERFRONT DINING SPACES

25. WAY TO FIRST FLOOR

26. SPILL OUT AREA

27. BACK ENTRANCE

28. EXHIBITION AREA

29. FEMALE W/C

30. MALE W/C

31. WAY TO BASEMENT PARKING

32. WATERBODY

33. DINING BOOTH

34. RESTROOMS

35. ROOFTOP DINING SPACES

SECTION THROUGH A-A | FIRST FLOOR PLAN

Situated in Hetauda, the site had physical and legal constraints which limited the built up area into a linear recatngular form. Although it has its benefits, the major drawback faced when bulding in such constraints was the lack of openings. The only openings naturally available were from the front facade and the back elevation. In order to counter this problem, the house was firstly divided into grids and then spaces were subtracted from the grid to form internal voids which can act as lightwells and air-flow generators.

To add to the quality of spaces, volumetric contrasts and linkages between outdoor and indoor spaces were emphasized with the help of indoor gardens and water bodies. A minimalist approach was taken for the overall form and facade of the building emphasizing on its entrance, which takes its concept from the traditional pidhis, to the interior lightwells, opening up portals to green voids filled with trees and water resonating indoor spaces with a gentle yet everchanging life.

Legend

1. Outdoor Landscape

2. Outdoor Porch

3. Bedroom-1

4. Living Room

5. Indoor Garden

6. Master Bedroom

7. Kitchen

8. Bedroom-2

9. Bedroom-3

10. Waterbody

THIS WORK DEPICTS THE JOURNEY OF A STREAM LEARNING TO DRIBBLE DOWN TOWARDS THE OCEAN. MAY IT LEARN THE WAYS OF WATER AND FLOW.