Undergraduate Portfolio | Shrinithe Ramesh

Portfolio

-Shrinithe Ramesh

SHR INITHE R AME SH

P:+(91)9442527023

E:shrinitram96@gmail.com

B.Arch,

Puducherry https://www.linkedin.com/in/ shrinithe-ramesh-3b3449136/ ABOUT ME I am an architect both by education and experience. To me this field is about organizing spaces in a way that allows people to do their work efficiently. The space-design that is at once functional and inspiring is the ultimate ideal that I wish to actualize. Studious, curious and meticulous, I intend to use this profession as a vehicle to forge a dwelling order that conspires to get the best out of us. This outcome of enabling excellence is what attaches me to this field and lends an allimportant meaning.

EDUCATION 2013-2018 B.S. Abdur Rahman Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.

1999-2013 St.Joseph of Cluny Higher Secondary school,Pondicherry.

SKILLS AUTOCAD SKETCHUP REVIT PHOTOSHOP ILLUSTRATOR IN-DESIGN LUMION

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Architect Freelance works 2019-2021

• Worked primarily in the design development phase of residential projects. In the tenure managed small interior projects, coordinating design decisions with consultants, engineers and contractors.

• Designed across all phases from conceptual design to working drawings and development.

Junior Architect Murali Architects, Chennai 2019 • Involved in the design for residential and commercial projects of the company. Ideated and developed residential homes.

• Worked also on a resort project applying green building strategies to construction.

Architect Freelance works

2017

• Designed a comprehensive interior of an apartment called Coral Ennar, Coimbatore. Scope of work included entryway, living, dining, modular kitchen, bedrooms, and false ceilings. Designed an exclusive spaceconscious dining table.

• Renovated a home in Pondicherry, and transformed it into a duplex house. The process of renovating the entire house was challenging due to my aspiration of balancing antiquity and modernism.

Internship Ovoid Atelier, Pondicherry 2016-2017 • Developed detailed designs for residencies and commercial projects including schools and community housing.

• Prepared detailed furniture and product design drawings.

• Also assisted with the production of architectural drawings such as electrical & plumbing schemas.

CERTIFICATION

ENSCAPE

• Registered as an Architect under Council of Architecture (COA), Delhi; Registration No. CA/2019/109298.

• Qualified in IGBC examination and was awarded the title ‘Accredited

MS.SUITE

PARTICIPATION

LANGUAGES KNOWN

• Wood and metal workshop by Ovoid Atelier, Pondicherry-2019.

• Exchanged program with Malaysian students from UIT MARA2017.

• Participated in Bamboo and earth workshop, Satprem Maini at Auroville-2015.

• Wood and bricks workshop, Crescent school of Architecture -2014.

• Glass blowing workshop, Crescent school of Architecture, Vandalur -2013.

V RAY

ENGLISH FRENCH TAMIL HINDI TELUGU

TA BLE O F CO NT ENTS

UNDERGRADUATE THESIS High Court at Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh Sem: X | 2018 Individual Project

IGBC -COMPETITION Sports Park-Indian Green Building Council Competition Sem : ix | 2017 Individual Project

INTERNSHIP -OVOID ATELIER Projects as an intern architect at Ovoid Atelier, Pondicherry Sem : vii-viii | 2016-2017 Team Project

FREELANCE WORKS Design architect, planned and designed residential projects 2018-2021 Individual Project

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03 Pg 15-22

04 Pg 23-27

Thesis| High Court at Amaravati |2018

INITIAL CONCEPT | CHARBAGH

INTERNAL COURTYARDS

MOVEMENT

SUN AND WIND PATHS

CONNECTIVITY

INTRODUCTION The Government of Andhra Pradesh started the work of designing and developing the “People’s Capital of Andhra Pradesh,” a world-class new capital city for the state entitled “Amaravati.” The proposed capital city site, which covers around 217 square kilometers, is situated between the existing towns of Vijayawada and Guntur in Andhra.

Pradesh, India.

Because of the new capital city’s proximity to historically significant Buddhist archaeological heritage sites at Amaravati village, which is located inside the Capital City Region, it is given the name “Amaravati. “The objective of the Government of Andhra Pradesh for the new capital city was to develop a lively, inclusive

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The capital city master plan was prepared to synthesize the best features of contemporary urban planning, sustainability, technology, and effective governance in order to create an inclusive, livable world-class urban eco system that enabled the ideal work-home-play relationship in the Indian context.

Thesis| Master Plan and Section |2018 A’

SCALE: 1:2000 SITE DETAILS The site was around 138 acres in size and situated in the Amaravati government city. For security reasons, the high court was separated into three divisions.

A

SECTION AA’

It had six gates, two of which conform to security requirements. First and second can only be accessed by public.

G3 served attorneys, G4 and G6 allowed the general public and litigants, and G5 was for judges.

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Thesis| Lawyers block |2018 G+ 5 levels were planned for the attorneys’ block. The public area was in the middle, while the lawyer’s office was placed at the four corners sides of the building, making it easy for the public to access their separate offices. Courtyards were used in this block to provide adequate ventilation and sunlight.

This block was accessible from both sides of the road.

Lift

Section AA’ Courtyard

Lawyers Office Space

Common Space

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A’

Basic Geometry

Typical floor plan (G+5) 3

Thesis | Admin block | 2018 Connecting bridge

Chamfering the edges

A

A’

Disintegrating into separate blocks

Ground Floor

Single block

A

Basic geometry

A’

First Floor

Concept Evolution

Section AA’ 4

Thesis| Court Block |2018

View of Court hall Court hall Judges space

Judges corridor

Courtyard

Corridor

Basic Geometry

Concept evolution

Typical floor plan (G+5)

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Thesis| Judges block |2018

Interior view of courtyard

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A

A’

Ground Floor

First and Second Floor

Section BB’

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A’

Thesis| Court Block |2018

Judge Block

Thesis|Landscape Details |2018

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IGBC Competition | MEND THE MIND - Sports Park| 2017

Why Sports Park?

The chosen location was Tirusulam in Chennai. The place welcomed diverse mix of people. The property was bordered on airport, a market, and temples. But there was an acute shortage of meeting space. We found recreational and communal space would be beneficial to the public. We selected two distinct leisure activities: sporting and parks for sauntering.

Project details Sport is seen as a cultural trend in today’s activities. We picked a sports park in which we combined two activities and coined the name “Sports Park.” The location featured a variety of curves, steeps and water bodies. The concept was that the steeps remain steep, the slope remains slope, to not disturb the natural contours of the site. The athletic activities chosen were of the adventurous kind, such as water zorbing, rock climbing, archery, and honeycomb mazes.

Location

: Thirusulam, Chennai.

Total area : 20,000sq.m Built up area : 3000 sq.m Chennai Internation- 4km al Airport Thirusulam Railway -3km station Soil type-charcoal light soil

Site analysis

The sun travels from North East to South West and the prevailing winds travels from Northwest to South East.

The site was easily accessible by nearby adjoining main roads and sub roads.

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The site attracted people from all walks of life and ethnicities, several colonies were present around the site. The site was surrounded by busy spaces such as airport and market temples etc.

IGBC Competition | Concept| 2017 Stages of concept development

Central Zone

Pathway

Landscape

Activity

The concept was a combination of 3 major features such as multiplicity, flexibility and sustainability. The reverse concept of utilizing landscape was designed here as focal point from where all the designed spaces radiated. The two major recreational activities such as sports and park were combined in this design proposal.

Multiplicity

Flexibility

Two or more activities were introduced to provide users with a variety of options, making the area more engaging and interesting.

Sustainability

The flow from one zone to the next can be seamlessly maintained, allowing users to move about more freely.

The building’s energy consumption was reduced by preserving site’s water bodies, vegetation and by using locally accessible materials.

Activities Activities that can be seen are rock climbing, archery, skating, water zorbing, amphitheater, central park, vistas and paint ball.

Site section Vegetation found around the site

Tallest point-39 m highest cliff

Lowest point in the site 200 m water body

Ground level

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IGBC Competiton |Master plan and section details| 2017

Section of maze and Skate park

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IGBC Competition | Landscape details| 2017

Pathway

Lush greenery

Landscape

Central spot

Tall trees for shelter

Lush greenery

Activity pathway

The central zone served as a gathering point, and we zoned the sports activities radially, allowing the user to enjoy the wholesome experience around the site.

Each chord was planted with medicinal plants in circular landscape. This meeting spot with lush landscaping provided a panoramic view of the quarry.

Section AA’

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A’

Landscape plan

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IGBC Competition |Views| 2017 Beautiful rocks lined both sides of the entrance, making the environment more appealing. Timber was utilized since it was a readily available resource in the locality. For better air quality, large windows were placed along the wind direction.

Entrance

Restaurant 13

IGBC Competition |Views| 2017 This jogging track used discarded pavement components to generate a lot of active area. This is an example of how sustainable materials can be used.

Central Park was encircled by bamboo trees, which ensured the park was oxygen-rich. The center location was ideal for getting a panoramic view of the quarry.

Central Park

Sports Park 14

Internship | Ovoid atelier | Kalpana housing |2016-2017

The macro level of Kalpana Housing was greatly influenced by its placement within Auroville’s broader master plan. A flat apartment with long shared walls and courtyard housing were two apparent possibilities, but the Kalpana team chose to investigate a form that will have the benefits of apartment dwelling while retaining the shape and character of an individual house. The feature that allowed to enjoy light and wind, and views from more than two directions was highlighted as a significant distinction between apartments and homes.

PROJECT DETAILS Plot Area : 7046 Sq.m Built Up Area : Housing 455Sq.m Office 460 Sq.m Population - Housing (117) + Office (50) Total - 67 Total No:units : 42

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Internship | Ovoid atelier | Kalpana housing |2016-2017 Living space opening out into a covered veranda maximized views, natural light and ventilation and allowed for engagement of personal/ collective activities at outdoors. Kitchen was provided with under- counter and overhead cabinets along with sink and energy efficient refrigerator. All units were given energy efficient fans and L.E.D lighting.

Corridors were wide enough at unit’s entrance, thus easing out the transition and giving a welcome feel. Materials used for walls and roof reduced the heat, keeping the space naturally cool.

NORTH BLOCK UNIT : NF3 NORTH BLOCK PLAN

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

TERRACE FLOOR PLAN

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Internship | Ovoid atelier | Kalpana housing |2016-2017

Landscape

South block elevation

North block Parapet details

FINISHING DETAILS: We expected to finish and give for occupancy the 42 units in a record period of 10 months. Approximately 85 percent of the scheduled work was performed on time. The most appealing aspect of this structure was the adornment, done with pigment plastered coping, sill band, vertical and horizontal pergolas. A 4m long cantilever was an intriguing aspect in this house, made feasible through good structural design and material selection.

My Contribution : I had assisted in the preparation of the detailed drawings for the north and south blocks. I worked on detailed drawings of electrical and woodwork. Created conceptual landscape renderings and presented them to the client. At regular intervals, I visited the site and updated the site modifications in the drawings. Also involved in the markings of the East Block site coordinates.

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Internship | Ovoid atelier | Spring Days School,Vellore|2016-2017

Central Courtyard

Admin block Project details Plot area : 8 acres Built up Area :50,000 sq.ft and expanded up-to 125,000 in stages

Landscape garden

Spring days school is a world class co-educational CBSE School founded by Geethanjali Charity Foundation. It is a living testimony to the recent concept of ‘Green Buildings’.

The design and construction were planned in 2 stages, namely Phase1, consisting of Primary block, Entrance block and other infrastructure while, Phase 2 would constitute Admin, higher secondary school and hostel.

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Internship | Ovoid Atelier | Spring Days School| 2016-2017

Floor plan of Admin block

The spacious classrooms, each sitting on 80 sq. Ft of floor space, was built with fresh ventilation and natural lighting to offer the ideal environment for research and study.

The roof was designed with roof gardens to conduce natural cooling and the solar panels obviated the need for artificial power supply.

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My contribution From June 2016 through April 2017 I worked with a senior architect on primary and administrative block designs, as well as site coordination. Prepared detailed designs of doors, windows and ventilator. Involved in courtyard’s landscaping design as well.

Internship | Ovoid atelier | Spring Days School,Vellore|2016-2017

Details of Doors, Windows and Ventilators 5400 ( Check measurements on site) 5400 ( Check measurements on site)

EQ

EQ

D Q

1690

1690 285

EQ

240 ( check the tile size ) 560

5400 ( Check measurements on site)

1800

1800

285

285

EQ

EQ

240 ( check the tile size )

560

EQ

240 ( check the tile size )

5 6 O Roa S Mud E m aF

U E

560

560

1800

560

1690

1690

OV S

DRAWI QUERIE

12 x100 mm WOODEN LOUVERS

INSIDE

12 x100 mm WOODEN LOUVERS

OUTSIDE

INSIDE

120 MM 9040X X 40MM OUTER FRAME SHUTER FRAME

PIVOT POINT

12 X 100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

OUTSIDE

OUTSIDE 90 X 40 MM SHUTTER FRAME

90 X 40MM SHUTER FRAME 40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME

8X 20NOS MM FLAT GRILL TYPE 2: 66 NOS TYPE 1: 66

10 X10 MM BEADING

40X 90 MM SHUTTER FRAME 12 X100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

INSIDE PIVOT POINT

12 X 100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

OUTSIDE

90 X40 MM SHUTTER FRAME

5 MM THK GLASS

OUTSIDE

10 X10 MM BEADING

5 mm THK GLASS 40 x90 MM SHUTTER FRAME

INSIDE

12 X 100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

PIVOT POINT

90 X40 MM SHUTTER FRAME 40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME

90 X 40 MM SHUTTER FRAME

INSIDE

STRUCT C CONSU

A

MEP SU CONSU

8X 20 MM FLAT GRILL WITH 50 X 50 TILE 5 mm THK GLASS

90 X 40 MM SHUTTER FRAME40 x90 MM SHUTTER

40X 90 MM SHUTTER FRAME

FRAME

INSIDE

INSIDE

SL. NO.

WITH 50 X 50 TILE

90 X40 MM SHUTTER FRAME 5 MM THK GLASS

INSIDE

12 x100 mm WOODEN LOUVERS

INSIDE

T C

40 x90 MM SHUTTER FRAME

90 X 40MM

40X 120 SHUTER MM FRAME OUTER FRAME

5 mm THK GLASS

10 X10 MM BEADING

40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME

OUTSIDE

M C

285

OUTSIDE

5 MM THK GLASS

8X 20 MM FLAT GRILL WITH 50 X 50 TILE 40X 90 MM SHUTTER FRAME 12 X100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

12 X100 MM WOODEN LOUVERS

A

A

5 MM THK GLASS

40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME

Phase 1 included 30 classes while Phase 2 had 22 classrooms. Internal courtyards provided natural lighting in the classrooms.

TENSILE CONSU D

CLIENT

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SUBJECT

90 X 40MM SHUTER FRAME

40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME

S C

TYPE 2: 66 NOS

TYPE 1: 66 NOS OUTSIDE

FFL S UFL N EGL

TYPE 2: 66 NOS

TYPE 1: 66 NOS

345 OUTSIDE

- ALL D SPECIF - ALL D OF STRU SPECIF

285

285

1690 560

345

1690

345

DWG. N

NOTE : 1.Please check the measurements on site 2.Please check the tile size for the width of the grill

40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME 90 X 40MM 40X 120 MM OUTER FRAME SHUTER FRAME

The classroom windows were pivoted with a unique lock system for improved light and shade.

90 X 40MM SHUTER FRAME

5 MM THK GLASS

5 MM THK GLASS

The windows, doors and vents were painted in appealing colors that youngsters would enjoy.

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NOTE : 1.Please check the measurements on site

NOTE : check 1.Please check the 2.Please measurements onthe site tile size for the width o 2.Please check the tile size for the width of the grill

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PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT BENCH

BENCH

BENCH 640

640

F.F.L. U.F.L. -0.15

900

F.F.L. U.F.L. -0.30

PLANTING LEGEND :

900

TREE

F.F.L. U.F.L. -0.75

S.NO. CODE 1.

T-CR

BOTANICAL NAME

QUANTITY

OV

003 Nos.

SAGO PALM

SLAB ABOVE

COMMON NAME

S.NO. CODE 325

325

325

325

650

650

455

TEMPLE TREE (DWARF)

BOTANICAL NAME

QUANTITY

DRAWING QUERIES T

COMMON NAME

BOTANICAL NAME

QUANTITY HATCH CODE

1.

GC-CD

BERMUDA GRASS

CYNADON DACTYLON. SP

33.50

2.

GC-WT

MORNING DAISY

WADELIA TRILOBATA

14.00

- ALL DIM SPECIFIED - ALL DIM OF STRUC SPECIFIED

100 100

50

0

100

50

0

100

50

0

0

100

50

0

500

FFL UFL EGL

PEBBLE BED NAME

100

50

0

1.

100

50

0

100

50

0

100

A

PB

S.NO. CODE

100

50

500

-0.60

-0.60

-0.30

8

R1

R445

-0.45

R8425

25

WPB

WHITE PEBBLE

100

50

0

100

50

0

5 6 C Road Mudal Email

030 Nos.

PLUMERIA SINGAPORE DWARF

85

-0.30

PB

SH-PSD

S.NO. CODE

R85

A

1.

GROUND COVER

BENCH

650

650

-0.45

SPECIFICATION 25 mm average diameter, unpolished, bright white, 100 mm thick bed

QUANTITY Cu.M

FIN UN EX

HATCH CODE

5.00

100

50

0

650

BENCH

650

445

325 500

500

325

SL. NO.

660

100

HAND DRESSED GREY GRANITE (25 mm) WITH BULL NOSING 12 mm 780

-0.15

780

STAGE ±00

STRUCTUR CONSULT

BRICK WORK FOR STEPS PCC 1:5:10 (100mm )

MEP CONSULT

LANDSCA CONSULT

WALL 2.4M HT.

BENCH

LABYRINTH PLAN SCALE :1:75

CLIENT

SUBJECT

DWG. No. GRASS STRIP BASANT BETONS (PEBBLE BEACH) PAVER BLOCKS (80-100 mm) SAND BED

A

SAND GRAVEL MIX (200 mm)

B

SECTION A-A SCALE :1:75

Labyrinth landscape pattern of the courtyard

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT

Internship | Ovoid atelier | Spring Days School,Vellore|2016-2017

Grid landscape pattern of the courtyard 21

Originally, the garden’s meeting place was designed in the Labyrinth pattern. Sago palm and temple tree were proposed trees. The most chosen grasses for this project were Bermuda and Morning daisy.

Following numerous discussions, the idea turned simpler, resembling a grid layout.

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Internship | Ovoid atelier | French Consulate, Pondicherry|2016-2017

Bench design

Reception Desk

Aerial view of the interior French consulate is the only diplomatic mission in town. The colonial building has changed over the years and yet maintained to retain its original 18th century charm.

My role: Assisted with Principal architect and furniture designer with interior drawings, 3d views and actual scale drawings.

Column Lamp design

Column Lamp plan details

Circular Bench The four tall, massive existing columns in the area were effectively used by encircling them with a circle bulb, which illuminated the whole room. The lamp illuminated the ceiling as well as the floor. Instead of glass, acrylic sheet was used to reduce glare. Both sides of the lamp were covered with acrylic sheets.

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Freelance| Residential | Coimbatore |2020-2021

FACT FILE

Typology Client Name Project Architect Design Team Structural consultant Contractor Completion Site Area Built up Area

Residential Mr.&Mrs K.M. Balaji Shrinithe Ramesh Shrinithe and Ramesh Ashhirwaad Associates Er.Manibalan Dec 2021 2000 sq.ft 1332q.ft

Gayatri Nagar in Coimbatore was the location of the site.

The client’s specifications were more precise: they desired a classic house with a courtyard and traditional pillars. The home was built to allow for plenty of ventilation and sunshine.

SECTION

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Because the client preferred to spend more time in nature, we designed courtyard, to permit rain into the house.

Traditional Aunthangudi tiles were selected which gives the house a vibrant feel. Stone columns were an attractive feature in the courtyard.

Freelance| Residential | Coimbatore |2020-2021

GROUND FLOOR PLAN LEGEND 1.Foyer 2.Thinnai 3.Car parking 4.Living 5.Dinning 6.Courtyard/ Mutram 7.Pooja

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

8.Bedroom 9.Common Washroom 10.Kitchen 11.Service area 12.Kids bedroom 13.Master bedroom 14.Terrace 15. Manglore Roof Front elevation

Open kitchen

Living Room

Courtyard

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Freelance| Residential| Chennai |2020

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

LEGEND 11.Kitchen 1.Commercial Space 12.Hall 2.Bedroom 13.Lumber Room 3.Car Parking 14.Terrace 4.Pebble Courtyard 15. Open well staircase 5.Common Toilet 16.staircase to TF 6.Dinning 17. Study room 7.Living 18.Master Bedroom 8.Conversation Pit 19.Walk -in- Wardrobe 9.Hand Wash 20.Master Bath 10.Store The client desired a three-bedroom home layout with a commercial area in front of the building. The house was designed with a courtyard to offer natural ventilation. With their open layouts, the kitchen and living areas were not separated by walls, while the pebbled courtyard gave the impression of a double-height space.

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FACT FILE Typology Client Name Project Architect Design Team Structural consultant Site Area Built up Area

Residential Mr & Mrs. Antony Shrinithe Ramesh Shrinithe and Ramesh Asshirwaad Associates 2400 sq.ft 2000 sq.ft

The kitchen was open and on the opposite side was the living room with the conversation pit. The discussion pit was built in such a manner that facilitated lively discussions. A vertical wooden fenestration covered the external wall.

Freelance| Residential| Cuddalore |2019

Front Elevation

Stair way Details

FACT FILE Typology Client Name Project Architect Design Team Structural consultant Site Area Built up Area

Residential Mr.Senthilkumar Ansari Architects Shrinithe Ashhirwaad Associates 3000sq.ft 2500 sq.ft

I worked with Ansari Architects in Chennai on this project. I collaborated on working drawings and interior finishes with a team. This home was designed to last three generations. High-quality materials were used to furnish the residence. False ceiling drawings, bedroom interior design, wardrobe design, TV panels, modular kitchen design, and gate design were all part of my work in this project.

Throughout the construction process, I made effort to visit the site at regular intervals to keep the client and team informed.

Main Door detail

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Freelance| Residential | Cuddalore |2019

Gate design details

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Miscellaneous| Sketches of village : Kavithanmandalam

Dot composition : Azhagi amman temple Housing typologies

Street scape sketches

Hut houses

Thatch houses

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“God is in the details.”

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