THAMINI- UG - ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

ARCHITECTURE

THAMINI. D

HELLO there ! I am a student of architecture from Chennai , In my approach , I believe that good design is not just about aesthetics, but rather a thoughtful approach to problem-solving, which considers the needs and preferences of the people who will ultimately occupy the space.

COMPETITION & WORKSHOPS

TRANSPERANCE 16.O - COMPETITION

Mixed use hybrid structure.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ADOBE INDESIGN

LANGUAGES

TAMIL - Speak | write | listen

ENGLISH - Speak | write | listen

HINDI - Read | write

CORE INTEREST

3d modelling

Rendering

Drafting and detailing

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE

Chennai Academy Of Architecture And Design |

2019-2024

HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION:

I am a dedicated individual with a meticulous eye for detail and a strong work ethic. I am confident that these qualities make me an asset to any team I work with. CONTACT

Velankanni Matriculation Higher Secondary School (Class -XII)

SECONDARY EDUCATION : Doveton Matriculation Higher Secondary School |

2016-2017 (Class- X )

IDCS INDIA - IIID DESIGN CONFULENCE AND SHOWCASE 2022

URBAN DESIGN STUDIO 2023 - Ar. Durganand balsavar

WALK THE TALK EXPOLORING ARMENIAN STREET – AR. Durganand balsavar

LINES TO LENS BY TRIPLE O PIXEL STUDIO – Photography workshop

NIPPON PAINTS - Pain technology and surface preparation

SWAT – Model making and manual presentations

SEMINARS

thamini.d@caad.ac.in

ethamini125@gmail.com

SOFT SKILLS

Communication skills

PRIMARY EDUCATION : Shebha convent school

Primary Education | 2005 - 2007

OUTSIDE ARCHITECTURE - Ar. Akash Muralitharan

MICROSOFT OFFICE

LUMION

RHINO

ENSCAPE

VRAY

REVIT

SKETCHUP

AUTOCAD

6374398982

Teamwork and collaboration

No.4A solaiammankoil street , kodungaiyur , Chennai600118

Time management

Problem-solving

Professionalism

HOBBIES

Sketching | Social Networking | Wall art/painting | Collage designs | Roving | Beauty & makeup.

ARCHITECTURE AND CULTURE IN LENS OF TAMIZH FUTURISM – Ar. Adhavan sundaramurthy

CO-CREATING CIRCULAR CITIES – Ar. Bala Nagendran M

ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN FOR COVID 19 CONDITIONS – Ar. William LAU

GOING BEYOND EFFICIENCY – THE ROLE OF ARCHITECTS – Ar. Kimmy El-Dash.

ECSTASY EPANOUIR 01

In the lap of luxury

PROJECT BRIEF: This is an convention and conference hotel project, rising 14 stories high in Injambakkam, ECR, designed to offer guests ample space and luxury accommodations for large events and meetings. The hotel's coastal location provides a picturesque setting for guests to enjoy. The project aims to create a seamless blend of luxury and aesthetics, offering a comfortable and visually appealing experience for the users

COMPREHENSIVE SITE STUDY

SITE LOCATION : Injambakam, east coast road, Chennai.

VIEW POINTS CLIMATE

SITE DETAILS

− Site area : 38500 sqm

− Open space ratio: 3850sqm (10%)

FORM DEVELOPMENT

Single mass occupying 50% of site

− Set back: 7m

− Front main road width : 30m

Splitting the block into 2 sections with a Sole Access Point

Dividing and raising the structure into 3 zones Private SemiPrivate

Creating a central open space allowing light & ventilation.

FAÇADE DETAIL

Sensors-nodes

SOLAR CONTROL GLASS DETAIL

OUTDOOR INDOOR

Solar control glass

FAÇADE CONCEPT

Facade structure

ETFE Plastic Pillows

Solar radiation

Solar Infrared

heat gain

ETFE FAÇADE- ETFE (Ethylene TetrafluoroEtilene) is a transparent plastic material designed to have a long durability for outdoor applications.

ETFE Outer layer

Middle layer

Inner layer

Air valves

Air supply

Voronoi shapes in facade architecture utilize irregular patterns to enhance visual appeal, create texture, and evoke a sense of organic beauty.

TYPICAL ROOMS FLOOR PLAN

Visible light

Solar Control coating

Typical room plans incorporating efficient space, optimal circulation, and harmonious integration of furniture and amenities for guest comfort.

Long – wave infrared

SOLAR CONTROL GLASS - featuring selective coatings, optimizes natural light while reducing solar heat gain, enhancing energy efficiency

SINGLE BED-ROOM

Color palette

Executive room

Minimalistic gold and yellow tones, enriched by textures and materials, exuded elegant opulence, inviting guests to embrace refined warmth and tranquility.

Color palette

Neutral earth tones

Material Board

The executive suite harmoniously blended earthy tones, textures, and reclaimed wood finishes, creating a tranquil space that embraced the beauty of the natural world, captivating guests with its serene ambiance.

BEDROOM + LIVING ROOM + KITCHEN

Material Board

Color palette

DOUBLE BED-ROOM

Opulent materials and a rich pinkish and burgundy color palette imbued the hotel room with luxurious elegance, creating a sumptuous haven of glamour and indulgence for guests.

Junior suite

Material Board

3 Bedrooms + Living room + Kitchen + Walking wardrobe

Opulent and grand, the presidential suite boasts three bedrooms, a kitchen, and a lavish walk-in wardrobe.

Presidential suite 03

FORECOURT

KITCHEN: The presidential suite kitchen gleams with beautifully furnished orange wood.

Material Board

BEDROOM-1 : The classic touch imbues the bedroom-1 with its white and light colors.

LIVING ROOM: The living room boasts luxurious, finely finished wood furnishings.

BEDROOM 2&3: One exuding elegant dark tones, while the other embraces a fresh light-colored theme.

MELODIC ENSEMBLE

National Institute Of Design

PROJECT BRIEF: The NID campus in Taramani – Chennai is envisioned as an innovative hub for design education. Spanning across a sprawling area, it harmoniously integrates academic blocks, studios, recreation facilities, hostels, and outdoor spaces. The design prioritizes sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, providing a nurturing environment for students' creativity and collaboration.

SITE DETAILS

Site area : 40,000sqm

− Open space ratio: 4000sqm (10%)

LAWN VIEW

Enchanting vistas of open gardens, lawns, and meandering pathways await.

SITE LOCATION : Taramani ,Chennai

− Set back: 7m

− Front main road width : 30m

COMPREHENSIVE SITE STUDY

NOISE POLLUTION

VIEW POINTS CLIMATE

Thebuilding orientation should be placed such that the longer face of the buildings faces the predominant wind direction perpendicularly. In this case the building shall be oriented as shown below

FORM EVOLUTION

Creating a central open space allowing cross ventilation

Adding another block in cross direction Expansive blocks, central openness, ample light. Adding atrium to the mass

Projected mass by concept occupying the site

CONCEPT

MUSIC ARCHITECTURE

Harmoniously blending music and architecture into a captivating design concept.

III. MUSIC IN VISUAL Dynamic form levels difference create rhythmic arrangement in captivating concept.

II. MUSIC IN VISUAL – (TEXTURE)

Materials indicate dynamic form, evoking rhythmic architectural composition.

I. MUSIC IN VISUAL - The design of the form incorporates a rhythmic pattern, resembling the ebb and flow of music waves, creating a visually captivating and dynamic structure.

LEVEL DIFFERENCES

Sandwiched a coloured resin called PVB between panes of glass to create the building’s undulating, exterior.

PVB - Poly Vinyl Butyral

FAÇADE CONCEPT

Decreasing and increasing waves Derived form

MUSIC IN VISUAL - The building's façade adorned with randomly-patterned music keys embodies a design concept that merges music and architecture in a unique way.

SITE CUM GROUND FLOOR PLAN

The National Institute of Design campus boasts an architectural ensemble and an harmonious ecosystem fostering creativity and growth.

SPACES:

HOSTEL BLOCK FLOOR PLAN

VIEWS

FOYER GARDEN

A verdant sanctuary welcoming guests with serenity and natural beauty.

MELODIC HAVEN

The enclosed wooden pergola stands as a harmonious sanctuary, adorned with a hierarchical music pattern structure. It invites visitors to immerse in the tranquil ambiance while experiencing the rhythm and flow of architectural composition.

VAGABOND

Co-space hub

PROJECT BRIEF: The co-space building in Anna Nagar, Chennai showcases a contemporary architectural style with a green-dominated exterior. It offers diverse workspaces, collaborative zones, breakout areas, and Co-living facilities. The design seamlessly blends sustainability, functionality, and aesthetics, fostering a vibrant environment where professionals thrive, connect, and innovate.

SITE DETAILS

− Site area : 3075 sqm

− Open space ratio: 307sqm (10%)

− Set back: 6m

Front main road width : 20m

COMPREHENSIVE SITE STUDY

SITE LOCATION : Shakthi Colony, Anna Nagar, Chennai

VIEW POINTS CLIMATE NOISE POLLUTION

FORM EVOLUTION

Including an additional unit in the perpendicular direction.

Blocking and stacking with angular blocks alternatively & adding angled rectangular block. +

Final streamlined structure

Secluded tunnel seating arrangement

Revamped wall design concept

CONCEPT - VAGABOND

Integrated wall niche seating solution

Transformed tent seating/ conversation space concept

Elevated wall-mounted dining area design concept

Embodying the essence of a carefreewanderer , the design concept takes shape in a versatile and sharp and angled structure allowing the vagabond spirit to roam freely within an environment that effortlessly harmonizes with nature and fosters a sense of liberation and exploration.

FAÇADE CONCEPT

- The façade showcases a deliberate randomness based on concept, creating a dynamic composition that embraces freedom from rigid arrangements and allows for a sense of liberated expression and exploration.

SITE CUM GROUND FLOOR PLAN

SECTION -A

-2

MATERIAL BOARD

Tempered glass

Porcelain cladding is a durable and aesthetically pleasing material used for facades, offering resistance to weather, fire, and stains.

The entrance garden welcomes visitors with lush exterior green walls and hanging greens on the facade, creating a vibrant and refreshing atmosphere that sets the tone for a tranquil experience.

Tempered glass has been preferred for front exterior of the structure due to its robustness, safety, and aesthetic appeal. Stone wall

Wood wool

Procelaine cladding

VIEWS

NIGHT RENDERS

ENTRANCE WAY

Enchanting Pathways

The exterior glows with a mesmerizing ambient gold light, casting a warm and inviting aura that captivates onlookers.

TRANSCENDENT SANDS

Parsis Crematorium

PROJECT BRIEF: The crematorium project in Kannamapet, Chennai is envisioned as a serene and inclusive space for the Parsis and other communities. With a nature-inspired texture finish material design, it harmoniously integrates functional facilities, tranquil surroundings, and sustainable elements to create a peaceful and respectful environment for mourning and remembrance.

SITE DETAILS

Site area : 34,00 sqm

− Open space ratio: 3400sqm (10%)

Set back: 10m

− Front main road width 19m

COMPREHENSIVE SITE STUDY

SITE LOCATION : Kannamapet ,Chennai

VIEW POINTS CLIMATE NOISE POLLUTION

FORM DEVELOPMENT

A rectangular mass occupying 50% of site

Splitting the mass into 2

Introducing “Tower of silence” in the central part

Adding elements for circulation flow

COMMUNITY : PARSIS

The Parsis, also known as Parsees, are followers of Zoroaster in India. Descendants of Persian Zoroastrians who migrated to escape persecution, they primarily reside in Mumbai and other nearby areas, as well as in Karachi (Pakistan) and Bengaluru (India). Although not a caste, they form a distinct and well-defined community. The term "Parsi" translates to "Persians," reflecting their Persian ancestry. Their presence in India has contributed to their unique cultural heritage and significant contributions in various fields.

DESIGN ELEMENTS

FLOWING SERENITY 1

The tranquil water within brings solace, inviting mourners to find peace in its harmonious flow.

TOWER OF SILENCE PARSIS DEATH RITUAL

Parsis, an Indian Zoroastrian community, practice distinctive death rituals. Deceased individuals are placed on a Tower of Silence, allowing nature and birds of prey to dispose of the remains. After purification, the remains are stored in an ossuary, honoring the cycle of life and nature.

ALTERNATIVE ADAPTION SOLUTION

Giving the body away to animals to feed on (especially vultures) is also considered an individual’s final act of charity.

CONCEPT

The higher realm epitomizes the essence of existence - LIFE

The fleeting path leads to eternal rest.

The lower realm signifies the end - DEATH

To address the decline of vultures, Introduction of specially designed crematoriums for their rituals. This solution emerged as vultures were no longer available to consume the dead, necessitating an alternative method for Parsi death rituals.

DIVINE PURITY

The pure white exudes purity, serenity, and divine essence, enveloping mourners in a sacred atmosphere of goodness and spirituality.

TOWER OF SILENCE

The upper realm embodies the finality, symbolized in black, as cremation embraces the transformative journey from life to eternity.

The lower realm symbolizes life, portrayed in white, offering peace and serenity to mourners as they enter its embrace.

The Tower of Silence, a symbolic emblem, once embodied the Parsee tradition of offering their bodies to feed animals, particularly vultures. Today, its significance remains as the central element in the crematorium.

The incorporation of raw textures in the crematorium concept development adds depth, authenticity, and a profound connection to nature.

White cladding

Dark grey stone wall

Seamless wood

Front white part

Central pathway

Tower of silence Tunnel point

Spaces tailored for Parsis and diverse communities alike.

FURNITURE DESIGN

Concrete Table

Project Description: A sleek and contemporary office table with a minimalistic design, featuring a concrete color paint finish. The table combines functionality and aesthetic appeal, providing a professional workspace that embraces modern design principles.

MISCELLENOUS

PRODUCT DESIGN

Concrete Pedestal

Project Description: A minimalist monochrome home pedestal with a modern touch, using concrete material. The pedestal complements the minimal theme, providing a stylish and functional display platform for art or decor items.

Inbuilt light setups

WORKING DRAWINGS

Refined academic working drawings

Crematorium ground floor plan

Convention and conference hotel ground floor pan

Sections of auditorium

Toilet plan and section detail

Kitchen plan and section detail

NID (Hostel block floor plan)