Department of Architecture,Thiagarajar College of Engineering,Madurai,India
Bachelor Of Architecture
CGPA-8.78/10(Till Semester 8)
2024 Department of Architecture,National University of Singapore
Design Summer Camp 2024
Exploration of design techniques and approaches in conceptualizing and designing public spaces and pavilions that enhance public engagement in the context of Green Singapore integrating regional and cultural contexts of locality.
2006-2020 Lakshmi School ,Madurai,India
Higher Secondary Education
Indian School Certificate(Mathematics,Science &Computer science)-84.6%
RECOGNITIONS & AWARDS
2024 1st Runner Up in Alchemy AI Vizualization Competition
Micro Nation
Reimagining History: Breathing new life into monuments by blending heritage with modern innovation using AI
2023
Shorlisted among Top 42 of 800 entries across India
CP Kukreja Design Trophy 2022-National Association for students of Architecture,India
Sanitation Pavilion: Reimagining Public Spaces for Community Narratives transforms public amenities into creative, context-sensitive spaces that foster dialogue on urban transformation.
2023 Certificate of Merit for Academic Excellence
Department of Architecture,Thiagarajar College of Engineering,Madurai,India
Secured the position of Overall Topper in Semester 5 (Year 3) for academic excellence in the Bachelor of Architecture program.
2019 Rave Dezoza Frienship Award
Lakshmi School,Madurai,India
Recipient of the Friendship Award in Highschool, recognizing strong interpersonal skills and collaborative spirit.
SKILLS
Digital Physical Language AutoCad/Rhinoceros 3D/SketchUp/Revit/Lumion/Enscape Photoshop/Indesign
Qualitative Research Data Collection/Data Analysis/Interviewing/Critical Thinking
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dec 2023 (1 month)
Architectural Internship
Architect Peri’s Design Office,Chennai,India
Worked on preparing working drawings, elevational design, and detailing for live residential projects in Pallthur,Madurai and Chennai,India.
LEADERSHIP
2024 Volunteer-Placemaking Week India 2024
Contributed to the team that developed the itinerary and schedule for Placemaking Week India, organized visits to the Chettinad villages of Kanadukathan and Athangudi, including tours of Chettinad mansions and villas, as well as a vernacular tile-making workshop.
2023 Hospitality Head
Served as hospitality head for the department of architecture symposium Archnexus 2023 organizing venues,sesion managing guest coordination, logistics, and ensuring a seamless event experience.
2022-2023 Case Study Visit Coordinator
Associated with TCE,organized and managed academic trips by liaising with faculty and external organizations to ensure a smooth, informative experience for students. Handled fund collection and financial planning, successfully coordinating trips to Auroville, Pondicherry, and Chennai for academic enrichment..
2020-2023 Student representation for 2025 B.Arch Batch
Served as Student Representative, facilitating case study trips, coordinating with faculty on academic performance, attendance, and submissions, while organizing studio sessions and lectures for the batch.
2018-2019 Member of Interact club,Rotary Foundation
Associated with Lakshmi School, Madurai, actively contributing to community development and rural economy. Organized an awareness event to raise $2,500 USD for flood relief efforts in Kerala.
2014-2019 Member of Student Council
Associated with Lakshmi School, Madurai, served as School Prefect overseeing student discipline, organizing events, and fostering a positive school environment through leadership and effective communication.
WORKSHOPS AND SESSIONS
Nov 2023 24th JK AYA awards,India
Attended the panel discussion and exhibition of entries for the JK AYA Awards, engaging with innovative architectural concepts and design insights.
Workshop in collaboration with Urvi Foundation, Kerala, focusing on traditional techniques such as wattle and daub, rammed earth, and mud architecture.
June 2022 Design workshop on Urban interventions
Workshop in collaboration with NASA,India organized by Ar.Aruna Sujit of SDEG discussing about live projects in the cit of Bangalore,India.
June 2022 64th Annual NASA convention
Attended the 64th NASA Convention, Bangalore, participating in various masterclasses, workshops, and sessions, enriching knowledge and networking within the architecture student fraternity.
Mar 2022 Earth Architecture workshop
Workshop by Studio Courtyard at Auroville and Kerala, focusing on mud architecture and indigenous techniques such as Compressed stabilized earth blocks, brick arches, ferrocement, and sustainable building practices
Oct 2021 Sastra 2021
Attended SASTRA organized by IIT Madras, participating in workshops led by architects and civil professionals on sustainability and the built environment. Gained insights into innovative practices and solutions for sustainable design and urban development.
HOBBIES
Cooking/Travelling/Photography/Fitness and Strength training
CONTENT
1 DSC2024project,NUS
2 CONVERGENT STUDIO EXPANSION: REDEFINING SPACES BEHIND SHOPHOUSES POCKET PARK PAVILION
Studioprojects,TCE
3 THE EARTH SCHOOL
4 ETERNAL RESILIENCE: A MEMORIAL FOR THE KERALA FLOODS
Dissertation
5 COLOURS IN CHETTINAD HOUSES
B.ArchThesis
6 REGENERATING HARMONY: BALANCING FUNCTIONALITY AND AESTHETICS IN AIRPORT
CPKukrejadesigntrophy
Alchemy-MicroNation
LouisIKhantrophy
7 SANITATION PAVILION INSTALLATION: REIMAGINING PUBLIC SPACES FOR COMMUNITY NARRATIVES
8 URBAN MOSAIC
9 DOCUMENTING HERITAGE: THE MAIN HALL,AMERICAN COLLEGE ,MADURAI
POCKET PARK PAVILION:
An intervention to nurture the sense of place in high density cities 01
Singapore’s vision of becoming a “City in Nature” is reflected in its diverse green spaces, ranging from manicured parks to naturalistic pockets within urban landscapes. Amoy Street Pocket Park, situated at the confluence of Amoy Street, Boon Tat Street, and Telok Ayer Street in downtown Singapore, embodies this ethos. Flanked by heritage shophouses, a Taoist temple, and an Indian Muslim shrine, this site serves as a cultural and social connector. Despite its potential, the park is often treated as a thoroughfare for office workers or a shaded break during meal times.
This project proposes a pavilion within a 4m x 4m footprint, accommodating six people, designed to elevate the park’s experience. It aims to transform the space into a meaningful place for rest and interaction, integrating contextually with the park’s circulation, shade, and existing elements. Through careful observation of human behavior and site-specific nuances, the design emphasizes creating a harmonious architectural intervention that enhances both ecological and cultural connectivity.
Individual Project Mentor:Tham Wai Hon,Sophia Tan Qi Ying and Lee Yik Heang
SITE STUDY AND INTERVENTIONS
There is a growing need to revitalize underutilized pocket parks in dense urban settings, transforming them into vibrant spaces that foster interaction, recreation, and continuous activity. Positioned at the intersection of Amoy Street, Boon Tat Street, and Telok Ayer Street, the park holds immense potential due to its proximity to cultural landmarks like heritage shophouses, a Taoist temple, and an Indian Muslim shrine. A thoughtfully designed pavilion can enhance its utility, connect diverse users, and celebrate its cultural context, creating a dynamic community hub that remains active throughout the day.
Located near the Central Business District , the park are well-preserved, low-rise heritage shophouses along Telok Ayer Street. These buildings typically have 2-3 stories and exhibit traditional architectural styles, creating a human-scale environment along the street edges.The park is juxtaposed with mid-rise and high-rise office towers providing a vertical contrast to the intimate scale of the park and the shophouses.The park is used just as a shortcut to access the roads and has some seating areas for working professionals and tourists.
DESIGN RATIONALE
Exploring on creating a pavilion that draws attention to the users,while harmonizing with the surrounding and creating a sense of contrast and interest to the whole urban establishment,questioning the rigidity of forms by creating programs and fuctions through intersection of various forms and projections. A form that creates impact activating to connect existing users,while also redefining user patterns and activities, hence activating the purpose of such green pockets.
Typical circulation of users -connecting Telok Ayer and Amoy Street,Boon Tat access is majorly ignored as an access point.
Nodes are created at shaded spots and landmarks,users access the shaded seating areas under landscaping to take a short breaks,presence of installation draw users attentions
Shaded spots are created below existing trees at edges ,the access from Boon Tat has a centrally shaded zone
The Boon Tat has various viewpoints of the surrounding context with skylines and various structures and links that would create an impact visually
DESIGN EXPLORATION PROCESS
The juxtaposition of various linear and non linear forms ,abstaracted from the surrounding site context is developed to come up with a paradigm of 3 dimensionality while creating small spaces annd niches ,creating joineriors and openings.The curves are harmonized with respect to the verticcality of surroundings and spaces creating a connect with the various components of connection.
Layered heights and geometries invite interaction, while seating and shaded nooks offer contemplative spots to appreciate the contrast between organic greenery and the urban backdrop. More than functional, the pavilion fosters connection and engagement with Telok Ayer Green’s layered context.
MASTERPLAN
The pavilion is located in the accessway from BoonTat street,creating an impact in terms of functionality and aesthetics.It serves the both as a passage with a lot of elements interest while creating a difference in the volume of the path as well as a place of interest for the various users who would want to use it throughout the day.Overall the pavilion activates the unused areas of Telok Ayer green.
Restful Zone
Longer planes memant for casual sitting
Observation Deck
Elvevated plane where users can engage with the Skyline and surroundings
Canopy Corner
A sheltered space under angular forms providing shade.
Reflection Hub
Photogenic spot
PLAN
The Overlook
Central tactile plane with distinct points of interest and interaction
Tranquil Nook
shaded seating areas, ideal for quiet relaxation or taking a nap.
Shade Retreat
Acozy,shadedspotforcoolingdown andresting.
Work Haven
Spaces designed for working or studying
The pavilion’s design uses varied heights, shading, and projections to create a dynamic, functional space. Tall elements serve as focal points, while semi-enclosed zones and shaded overhangs foster interaction. Openings filter light, casting shifting shadows. Positioned to enhance access from Boon Tat Street, it connects visually to nearby high-rises, activating the space throughout the day.
The pavilion bridges the human scale with the urban context, engaging dynamically with nearby skylines and buildings. Its angular forms frame views of heritage shophouses and modern high-rises, creating a visual dialogue between old and new. As users move through, shifting planes reveal glimpses of tree canopies, facades, and open sky, enriching their spatial experience.
CONVERGENT STUDIO EXPANSION: REDEFINING SPACES BEHIND SHOPHOUSES
Design fostering community interaction and private functionality, seamlessly integrated into vibrant Chinatown,Singapore.
This project explores the design of a compact architectural studio extension (50m² footprint) integrated with a historic Chinatown shophouse. The proposal balances public interaction and private functionality, creating a dynamic convergence of urban and workspace activities. Positioned along a reimagined pedestrian pathway, the design connects seamlessly to its vibrant context, inviting engagement during the day’s tranquility and the night’s bustling nightlife.
Key considerations include the interplay of enclosure and openness, and circulation to enhance spatial experience and connection. The design negotiates boundaries between public and private domains, fostering interaction while ensuring privacy. Thoughtful room layouts, adaptive functionality, and contextual integration embody the essence of a multifunctional urban intervention.
Individual Project Mentor:Tham Wai Hon,Sophia Tan Qi Ying and Lee Yik Heang
The project investigates the dynamic relationship between a small building and its urban context, emphasizing both public and private components. The design negotiates the boundary between these two functions, considering the site’s shifting conditions—light human traffic by day and a vibrant nightlife with restaurants and bars by night.
The primary users of the site include the architect’s office, a news agency, a design office, and a psychiatric clinic. The back entrance also serves as a secondary access point, providing connectivity to other roads and linking the various other establishments.
Thedesignformenvisionstocreateasenseof contrast in terms of form and function inorder tomakethebackyardusableforbothpublic aswellastheoccupantsoftheshophouse
An innovative school in Madurai fostering creativity, experiential learning, and harmony with nature through open, inclusive spaces. 03
B.Arch Semester 4 | Mar -June 2022
Revit,Enscape,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Indesign
This project envisions a primary school design (3,000 sqm footprint) that integrates vernacular architecture and sustainable techniques to create open, interactive spaces for children. Positioned in a serene environment with expansive views of surrounding greenery, the design fosters a connection to nature while promoting experiential learning and play.
Key considerations include the thoughtful use of colors, textures, and playful elements to enhance engagement and stimulate creativity. The interplay of open and semi-enclosed spaces maximizes natural light and ventilation, ensuring a vibrant, healthy environment. The design harmoniously blends traditional materials, creating an inspiring space that balances cultural relevance with innovative educational needs.
Individual Project Mentor:Karthikeya Raja S,Aarthi Maila Devi S
Central Courtyard – A dynamic, open space for outdoor learning, interaction, and community activities.
Library – A serene, naturally lit space with flexible seating, nooks, and views to the outdoors for focused learning.
Tree House – An elevated, playful space that encourages imagination, exploration, and connection to nature.
Open Arena – A multifunctional outdoor amphitheater for performances, group activities, and communal gatherings.
Pit Zone – A sunken, intimate area designed for collaborative learning, discussions, or creative workshops.
Classrooms with Outdoor Connectivity – Spaces designed to open directly to courtyards or gardens, blurring the boundaries between inside and outside.
Verandahs and Covered Walkways – Shaded transitional spaces for informal gatherings and social interactions.
Art and Creativity Labs – Flexible, open studios for hands-on projects, fostering creativity and experimentation.
Sustainable Garden Spaces – Green areas for experiential learning, including organic gardens The design adopts a holistic approach, blending sustainable practices, inclusivity, and experiential learning. By integrating earth materials and nature-inspired planning, the school creates a nurturing, eco-conscious space that supports children’s growth, creativity, and connection to their surroundings.
Designing to honor resilience and remembrance, blending architecture and nature to evoke connection and reflection
B.Arch Semester 7 |June-Aug 2023
Rhinoceros 3D,Sketchup,Enscape,Adobe Photoshop
The flood memorial design is a tribute to resilience and remembrance, commemorating the Kerala floods of 2020 in Kochi,India through a thoughtful blend of architecture and nature. The project explores the interplay of spaces that evoke connection, reflection, and solace, creating an environment that honors the human spirit and the power of collective memory.
A key aspect of the process involved leveraging AI as a tool for visualization and design development. Midjourney was utilized to generate conceptual forms, analyze spatial relationships, and enhance the formulation of ideas, pushing the boundaries of creativity. The design process also emphasized integrating elements with innovative spatial compositions to craft a memorial that resonates with its surroundings and purpose.
Group Project
Mentor:Thangalavanya S,Pavalavelsh P
Collaborators: Nivedhana P
NARRATIVE-DRIVEN SPATIAL SYNTHESIS – Deriving Abstract Interventions and Spatial Explorations from Narratives
Using AI to abstract events into spatial concepts generates generalized design outputs, capturing the essence of activities and relationships. These early iterations serve as a foundation for interpreting patterns, forms, and interactions, leading to further refinement through more contextual constarints and development.
WATER AS A DESIGN ELEMENT: Abstracting the Symbolism of Water in Space
A preliminary organization of spaces based on functionality, hierarchy, and relationships, ensuring efficient spatial flow and clear demarcation of areas for various activities.
An exploration of how globalization shapes regional architecture, with a case study of the traditional Chettinad houses.
B.Arch Semester 8| Jan -May 2024
This research explores the impact of globalization on regional architecture, with a particular focus on the role of color in Chettinad houses. Ever since childhood, I have been fascinated by these vibrant, intricately patterned mansions of Tamil Nadu, which have served as a profound source of inspiration throughout my architectural journey. Amid climate change and cultural homogenization, the study highlights how Chettinad houses seamlessly blend traditional design principles with modern influences, maintaining sustainability and cultural continuity under various aspeccts of influence. As a part of this research I documented about six houses in the village of Kanadukathan,Chettinad,India. Key findings reveal how new materials, techniques, and aesthetic shifts have shaped this architectural style, emphasizing its resilience in global change.
Individual Dissertation Project Mentor:Chandramathy S
SOCIOECONOMICINDICATOR
EVOLUTION OF NEW MATERIALS
METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION (EXPOSED WORK)
PURPOSE OF SPACEACCESSIBILITY
ROGRESIONAL CONSTRUCTION
DEGREE OF USAGE PURPOSE
MATERIALITY (ARCHITECTURAL PHASE)
CLIMATOLOGICAL
COLOURS IN CHETTINAD HOUSES
REGENERATING HARMONY: BALANCING FUNCTIONALITY AND AESTHETICS IN AIRPORT
An approach to airport design, harmonizing functionality, circulation, and contextual integration in Coimbatore 06
This thesis explores the design of an airport terminal as a harmonious blend of functionality, aesthetics, and planning principles, rooted in Coimbatore’s rich natural and cultural landscape. The proposal emphasizes efficient circulation, userfocused spaces, and contextual integration to enhance the traveler experience while promoting environmental sustainability.
Key aspects include optimizing passenger flow, vehicular access, and spatial organization, all while fostering a strong connection to the city’s identity. The design transcends the airport’s traditional role as a transportation hub, transforming it into a vibrant gateway that creates meaningful physical and functional impacts on the region.
Individual Project
Mentor:VijayAnand U,Sindhuja M
The expansion of Coimbatore International Airport is driven by the significant increase in passenger traffic and cargo operations,reflecting the region’s growing economic importance. Located in Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore is a major industrial hub, particularly known for its textile, engineering, and IT sectors. The current airport infrastructure is insufficient to handle the projected growth in passenger numbers and freight volume. Being a developing alternative IT hub in the south,the city ought to offer a diversified establishment for better connectivity and easy wayfinding while reflecting into city’s cultural and sense of place.
The airport curbside design features a multi-level system, with departures on the upper level accessed via a dedicated flyover. Separate lane systems efficiently segregate autos, two-wheelers, taxis, and private vehicles, while a VIP access lane ensures seamless entry along the terminal’s side. This approach minimizes congestion, streamlines traffic flow, and enhances passenger convenience, addressing the critical need for efficient circulation in busy airport environments.Dedicated pick up zones for taxis and hired services are segregated to the basement level,a seperate bus pickup/drop off point is also allotted in the arrival level.
LIVE PROPOSAL EXTENT
Sectional approach in zoning spaces with respect to their functionality and spatial relation,exploring vertical approach in connection spaces while creting columes of progressional interest and conceptual integration.
VERTICAL ZONING OF SPACES
VERTICAL SPATIAL CONFIGURATION AND CIRCULATION OF AIRPORT TERMINAL AND GATE CONCOURSE
LONGITUDINAL SECTION OF AIRPORT
Departure curbside area featuring a striking twisted canopy, complemented by abstract tree-inspired columns. The frontage is adorned with dynamic roofing that blends seamlessly with the innovative textile patterns of the ceiling, which is illuminated by skylights.
A vast, dynamic check-in area with sculptural fluid columns, soaring ceilings, and dynamic lighting, creating an open, futuristic, and seamless experience.
Vibrant green recreation spaces within the airport, featuring lush landscaping creating an open paradigm of circulation and tranquil seating areas, offering panoramic views of the airside and blending nature into spaces.
Gate lounge interiors featuring intricate patterned ceilings that create a sense of movement, complemented by biophilic furniture that incorporates natural materials and organic forms. The varied open seating layouts invite relaxation and social interaction, while vertical connections
The Virendel Roof Skylight for a ridge-like progression at the gate concourse features a central summit form created by a curved truss. This structure supports a waffle slab to enhance load distribution while maintaining a lightweight, open design. The skylights progress along the ridge, introducing natural light into the space and connecting the interior with the external environment. The curved truss forms a continuous, flowing curve that acts as both a structural and aesthetic element, while the waffle slab ensures optimal structural efficiency. The design integrates smooth, flowing curves with functional geometry, creating a harmonious connection between the concourse, light, and space.
EXTREMELY LIGHT
An innovative structural system featuring steel I-sections, offering exceptional strength dynamic forms while minimizing material This combination enables versatility in design, configurations with ease, all while maintaining
Used in long-span airport structures, combining glass fibers with polyester resin for enhanced strength and durability. GFRPP panels offer high tensile strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to environmental factors like corrosion, UV radiation, and moisture. They are ideal for large-scale applications such as airport roofing or facades, where long spans and minimal structural support are required.
POST TENSIONING SLAB
A post-tensioning slab is a reinforced concrete slab that creates compressive forces within the slab that counteract the tensile stresses from external loads, this process allows for thinner slabs longer spans, and reduced cracking, making it ideal for structures with large open spaces.
UNDULATING ROOF FORMS OF VIRENDEL TRUSS SUPPORTED BY 23M C-C 1.8M DIA COLUMNS AND WAFFLE SLAB
LOW E-COATED GLASS
GLASS FIBRE REINFORCED POLYSTER PANELLING(GFRPP)
featuring an extremely lightweight carbon fiber truss combined with strength and flexibility. The carbon fiber truss allows for sleek, material weight, while the steel I-section provides stability and support. design, accommodating complex geometries and adaptable maintaining high-performance structural integrity.
The curved roof can be designed using steel trusses, space frames, or long-span girders, which provide high load-bearing capacity and span large distances without intermediate supports.Steel Arched Trusses: Lightweight yet strong, these trusses follow the curved profile of the roof,efficiently distributing loads across the span.Vierendeel Trusses may be used for clean, open interiors while maintaining structural rigidity.
CURVED ROOF RIDGE STEEL STRUCTURE SUPPORTED BY LONG SPAN TREE COLUMNS
CARBON FIBRE TRUSS WITH STEEL I SECTION
SANITATION PAVILION INSTALLATION: REIMAGINING PUBLIC SPACES FOR COMMUNITY NARRATIVES
CP Kukreja Design Trophy 2022 as a part of National Association of Student of Architecture,India(NASA)
NASA 2022-23 | Aug -Sept 2022
Shortlisted among the top 42 out of 800 entries nationwide Sketchup,Enscape,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Indesign
Our design for a toilet-based pavilion embodies a unique approach to celebrating India’s 75 years of independence and its rich cultural legacy while addressing present-day urban challenges. By situating the installation within a significant public space, the pavilion becomes a catalyst for public interaction and conversation.
This design intervention redefines the utility of public amenities, elevating them into spaces that reflect creativity, respect the context, and inspire a dialogue about urban transformation and shared heritage. Through innovative form, materiality, and placement, the installation aims to unify, empower, and rejuvenate the urban fabric, resonating with the aspirations of a youthful, forward-looking nation.
Markets, despite being a hub of trade glows to portray its culture, aunting its history . From Agoras in Rome to Sandhai in Tamil Nadu, they hold the seats for democracy and dissent. A forum to collaborate and market a vast range of diversity. Rides as the messenger giving around long love letters to the people of the town. A place with so many activities, more cult cordial method of organization which might also include hygiene. Speaking of cleanliness, sanitation plays a huge role to function e ciently. The space lingers to grow to a place.
WHERE TO PEE ?
THE TALK. THE REMORSE.
Where to pee?
Breaking down a society, a dysfunctional one, is to turn the tunnel to listen a little closer to the demanding mouths. To respect what the walking and the talking express to graph a degree of spatial need. Why building museums pukes patriotism to wake up to a system crying over its lost purpose. Hiding the urge to question the ties that deny to clean that cubicle you couldn’t use on your period in a bus station. Focusing on the gut of challenges that still pose public hazards now screams louder over the glorious smirks of statues . To realise that a full bladder self questions the tax that goes into thin air. Calls for a practise to juxtapose urban sanitation and sanctity. The dirt of communal facilities and its resist to change runs on a treadmill. Sorting a governance roots to explicitly bind the A’s a facility speaks – allocations, a ordances and ambitions. Where the unspoken ‘restroom revolution’ dodges the common, pierces to open a stage to the revelations of a tailor-made ailment. ” A society can have anything it cares enough about and is willing to pay for.”, Alexander Kira , The Bathroom.
URBAN MOSAIC
Reimagining History: Breathing new life into monuments by blending heritage with modern innovation using AI 08
AI rendereing competition by Micronation| Aug -Sept 2024
Recognized as 1st Runner Up
Midjourney AI,Adobe Photoshop
This project envisions a transformative approach to historical preservation by adapting monumental architecture to meet contemporary needs. We were to reimagine iconic landmarks—be it castles, palaces, or temples—integrating modern functionality while honoring their architectural and historical essence. Using AI rendering, the design redefines these spaces for sustainability, accessibility, and social impact, fostering community engagement and cultural exchange. The challenge lies in crafting innovative solutions that blend history with modern sensibilities, ensuring these timeless structures remain vibrant and relevant in the 21st century.
Group Project
Collaborators: Nivedhana P
“Reimagining Vittavasal: A Gateway to Madurai’s Living Heritage”
Vittavasal, the historic “Victory Gate” of the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, is reimagined as a vibrant cultural and commercial hub. Honoring its Dravidian architectural legacy and ritual significance, the design integrates traditional motifs, kolam-inspired patterns, and interactive artworks to create inviting, spiritually resonant spaces.
The proposal enhances the gateway’s prominence with illuminated columns and structures, highlighting Pandya-era craftsmanship, while incorporating modern infrastructure to support cultural, recreational, and commercial activities.
DOCUMENTING AND REIMAGINING HERITAGE:
Louis I Kahn Trophy 2022 as a part of National Association of Student of Architecture,India(NASA)
NASA 2022-23 | Dec 2022 -Jan 2023
Autocad,Sketchup,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Indesign
The trophy challenged participants to explore the soul of historic architecture and envision its future through innovative design. Centered around the theme ENVISION, the brief focused on documenting the essence of a 100+ year-old public building and reimagining its extension by blending tradition with modernity.
Our project concentrated on the detailed documentation and reinterpretation of the historic Main Hall at American College, Madurai by Architect Henry Irwin.Through immersive observation and measured drawings we uncovered the architectural essence of Indo-Saracenic architecture.
In alignment with the theme ENVISION, we proposed a seamless extension that honors the hall’s original design language while incorporating contemporary needs.
