7.1 Fig.71 Orientation Diagram
30 deg.
N
a. Considering an axis tilted at 30deg. from the normal
ZONING
ORIENTATION
The zoning of the site is largely a derivative of the accessibility into the site. The requirement of different access points for different user groups was a major determinant for the zoning. The raod connectivity on three sides facilitates this design move.
The site has a N-S orientation. This is an appropriate orientation for climatic responsive design.
Thus, the road along the west side of the site is dedicated to judges’ entrance and exit. It is a secured access and no public entrance has been provided on this side.
b. Orienting blocks according to this axis
Similarly, the longer North side has the public and lawyers’ entrance. The service entrance has been allocated to the rear end of the site and enters into the service zone.
However, it was observed that with rotating the axis by 30 deg. from the normal, more otimal conditions could be achieved, based on the design requirements. The 30deg. tilt facilitates in: •
Allowing natural sunligh to penetrate even the areas which are due north as the sun rises in the NE during the summer days. Also, it is suitable for winter days when sun rises in due East. This could not have been possible in the conventional orientation.
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This orientation also takes into account the predominant wind direction : NW to SE. This will enable the winds to blow through the site and integrated open spaces.
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The harsh west setting sun is blocked throughout the year. It protects the users from the direct UV rays which penetrate during the setting sun.
ISSUES ADDRESSED : #4; #5; #6; #8
c. Better climatic response achieved for both solar and wind conditions of the site HIGH COURT COMPLEX, LUCKNOW | THESIS 2017
ISSUES ADDRESSED : #3; #7 91