THE CONSERVATORY - where sound defines spaces

ANUSHKA DASGUPTA H00382317 TUTORS- DR HARPREET SETH | ELLI FRAGAKI

WHERE SOUND DEFINES SPACES

THE CONSERVATORY

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PAINTING MUSIC- DESIGN CHARETTE 1

UNLAYERING THE PAINTING - DESIGN CHARETTE 2

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SCULPTURE OF THE PAINTING - DESIGN CHARETTE 3

SITE FINDINGS - PATHS PEOPLE PLACES

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THE VISION- PERSPECTIVE COLLAGE - DESIGN CHARETTE 4

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THE ART OF SPACE - PLANS

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WHAT’S INSIDE - SECTIONS

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WHAT’S OUTSIDE - ELEVATIONS AND MODEL PICTURES PAGE 19,10,11,12,13

relates to the identity of firdaus as an orchestra, so many different intruments coming together in harmony.

IN THE CANVAS OF OUR LIFE, EACH AN INDIVIDUAL STROKE YET TOGETHER WE CREATE MASTERPIECE, A UNITY TO DEVOTE HARMONY EXISTS IN THE SYMPHONY OF TIME, THE MUSIC OF LIFE SOMETHING THAT CANNOT BE BROUGHT WITH ANY AMOUNT OF TIME BREATHING IN THE ESSENCE OF THIS SHARED PRESENCE. COMING TOGETHER TO SEEK GUIDANCE SOME MAYBE BOLD, SOME TIMID, SOME MAY GET OVERPOWERED DOWN THE LINE REGARDLESS OF THE CHAOS, EVERYONE SHINES. POWERFUL CHARTS OF UNITY, A CHORUS SO GRAND TOGETHER WE DANCE TO THE UNIVERSAL SONNG, HAND IN HAND.

INDIVIDUAL PRACTICE ROOMS CIRCULATION

scan to watch the painting of the music alive the red crystals signify small pockets of energy- individual practice rooms

THE PAINTING IS ALIVE

SECTIONAL EXPLORATION

POETICS OF FIRDAUS

solid - more people, denser, MORE SOUND light, reflective - less people, less dense, LESS SOUND

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UNLAYERING THE PAINTING

painting with our eyes closed, to the song that defines firdaus the most as an orchestra

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION

PAINTING MUSIC

THE CHARRETTES

solid concrete strokes surrounded by something light, reflective

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THE USER JOURNEY

Located in Expo City, adjacent to the India Pavilion and near Firadus Studio, the chosen site for this semester offers a rich contextual backdrop embedded within the vibrant tapestry of Dubai's urban landscape. Expo City itself stands as a testament to Dubai's FIRDAUS STUDIO commitment to innovation and global connectivity, being the host of the prestigious World Expo, where nations converge to showcase their cultural, technological, and architectural prowess.

SITE FIRDAUS STUDENT HOUSING

SITE FINDINGS being an extension of the forsan park, the centre of the site is a void, surrounded by the building. centre void acts as a place to bring the community together.

The forsan park, set to be the new cretive hub according to the dubai 2040 master plan for being a city home to many creatives

Sound defines spaces - journey from the metro station to the site, the different nodes ares identified by the sound arround it and the materials, texture and feel. Which is what this project has taken forward as a design driver.

METRO STATION

wasl dome - dreamy music, reflective texture

STEVEN HOLL PRECEDENT

WASL DOME

uae pavillion - arabic culture

The urban pattern model was defined by this difference in materials and sound for different nodes

UAE PAVILION

METRO STATION

using different materials to define the different spaces

WASL DOME forsan park - wood pavements, green environment

FORSAN PARK

URBAN PATTERN

THE SITE

dubai metro - authoritative announcements, solid concrete

UAE PAVILION

FORSAN PARK THE SITE

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MASSING

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SECOND FLOOR - PRIVATE SPACES

diffence in height also comes into play depending on the function of the space

FIRST FLOOR - PRIVATE SPACES

the width changes in certain parts depending on the function of the space private spaces are on the top floor considering the privacy factors, since it is a music conservatory and a mainly private building, the main users here are the student and staff MORE DENSE MORE NOISE music is for all, cocert halls, group practice rooms are placed on the ground floor with glass facades for visual connectivity to the central landscape.

LESS DENSE LESS NOISE

GROUND FLOOR - PUBLIC SPACES

building is pushed back to the site, to create this void in the centre which is a spaces for the community to come together

AXONOMETRIC DIAGRAM

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THE ART OF SPACE

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

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SECOND FLOOR PLAN FIRST FLOOR PLAN

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WHAT’S INSIDE

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SECTION AA’ Secondary Glazing: Adding a secondary layer of glass with an air gap between the original glass facade and the secondary layer can help improve sound insulation. This additional barrier can reduce the transmission of external noise into the concert hall and minimize reverberation.

Acoustic Performance: Mesh refractive ceilings are designed to optimize acoustic performance by diffusing sound waves effectively. They can help control reverberation, minimize echoes, and improve the overall sound quality within the concert hall. This is crucial for ensuring that musical performances are heard with clarity and richness Durability: Like traditional concrete, colored concrete is durable and long-lasting, requiring minimal maintenance over its lifecycle. Its resilience to wear and weathering means it can remain functional and aesthetically pleasing for many years, reducing the need for frequent replacements and conserving materials and resources.

SECTION CC’

Maximizing Views: Our site boasts breathtaking views of the forsan park, expo skyline and the landscape of the site itself. Glass facades allow for uninterrupted panoramic views from both interior and exterior spaces, enhancing the overall experience for residents, visitors, and workers.

Natural Light: Glass facades maximize the penetration of natural light into interior spaces, reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day. This not only creates a more pleasant and inviting environment but also contributes to energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

SECTION BB’

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group practice halls

concert hall

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WHAT’S OUTSIDE

EXISTING SITE SECTION

PROPOSED SITE SECTION

corridors with views to the outside

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BACK ELEVATION

LEFT ELEVATION

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FRONT ELEVATION

RIGHT ELEVATION

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