Shrinidhi Murugavel 2022-2024
PINN Sculpted by Wind, a Transformative Tower for Regenerative Urban Living
UIUC FALL 2025
HIGH RISE STUDIO
INDIVIDUAL WORK
The PINN is a twisting vertical landmark that reimagines the relationship between architecture, the riverfront, and the urban skyline. Conceived as a dynamic helix, the tower integrates high-end hospitality, residential living, and public experience into a cohesive sculptural form, transforming the tower into both a destination and a symbol of vertical elegance.
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HOTEL
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PODIUM
PROGRAMMING TAPPER
The Pinn emerges as a refned landmark, integrating with its urban context through a sleek and thoughtful architectural language. Internally, it celebrates contemporary design and comfort, ofering layered spatial experiences. The project cultivates a sense of community while preserving individual privacy, transforming vertical living into a vibrant and balanced lifestyle.
RIVERWALK VIEW
AWAKEN a transformative urban design for better self balanced community in Waukegan
UIUC FALL 2023
URBAN DESIGN STUDIO
The project aims to create a unifed circulation system that improves and enhances the connection between Downtown Waukegan and the lakefront.
Organic bike paths and pedestrian walkways weave with one another, and seamlessly integrate with the urban environment, allowing users to engage with city’s landscape.
COURTYARD WITH ACCESS TO WASHINGTON STREET FOR PUBLIC ACCESS
COMMERCIAL AT THE FIRST AND RESIDENTIAL ON THE UPPER FLOORS
INTERACTIVE JUNCTION FOR VIBRANT HUB FOR GATHERING AND COLLABORATION
MULTI -FLOOR SPACE FOR DIFFERENT PUBLIC AND PRIVATE USE
TUNNEL CARVING THROUGH ALL FLOORS FOR ENHANCED VENTILATION AND AIRFLOW
CONNECTION TO GROUND LEVEL WITH COURTYARD VIEWS FROM EVERY FLOOR
STUDIO APARTMENT
TWO BEDROOM
ONE BEDROOM
THREE BEDROOM
The project seamlessly blends with its context through its exterior materiality, ensuring harmony with the surrounding urban fabric. In contrast, the interior embraces a modern aesthetic and signifcance. Creates an elevated experience for residents, fostering engagement and interaction, turning the space into both a private retreat and a dynamic social connector.
PHYSICAL MODEL
INTERACTIVE JUNCTION FOR VIBRANT HUB FOR GATHERING AND COLLABORATION
MULTI -FLOOR SPACE FOR DIFFERENT PUBLIC AND PRIVATE USE
TUNNEL CARVING THROUGH ALL FLOORS FOR ENHANCED VENTILATION AND AIRFLOW
CONNECTION TO GROUND LEVEL WITH COURTYARD VIEWS FROM EVERY FLOOR
TRANSLUCENT CONCRETE BRICKS
BRICK JALI WALL
SECOND LEVEL - TOP VIEW
WALKER’S VILLAGE
community driven campus planning for upliftment and self sustaining and serene environment
THESIS 2022 INDEPENDENT STUDIO UNDERGRADUATE
The spaces encourage public-migrant worker’s interactions and skill-sharing, fostering social life and engagement, income generation, community-friendly dwelling units. The Center for Hope provides a space for and meditation, encourage social inclusivity for both public and residents.
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LOWINCOMEGROUP
PRIMARYSCHOOL
STRONGPHYSICALANDVISUALCONNECT(VEHICLEFREEZONE)
(MEDITATIONSPACE) CENTERFORHOPE
WORKSHOP
From daily activities to festivals, the gathering space accommodates people within the four blocks, while the central area enhances connection both visually and physically.
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