vinay kumar talla
portfolio 2011
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2025
I am interested in the making of architecture. Architecture that participates in thoughtful dialogue with our interconnected environments where inherent complexities serve as the point of departure for design. My interest lies in architecture that fosters a meaningful relationship between people, building and place, at any scale using architecture as a tool to help us better understand the places we live and our places within them. This provocation prioritizes work that engages intimately with contexts in which they find themselves while extending beyond boundaries of the site.
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From the scale of Landscape to the scale of detail, a sensitivity and a scale of respect toward the conglomerate of layered and fragmented residues that determines a site specific spirit should be reinforced. I believe in the work that finds a consciousness for the system in which it finds itself while demonstrating a better way forward. Architecture has a capacity to frame our relationships and inscribe an increased consciousness in its inhabitants. Moreover it is the opportunity and responsibility of architects to regenerate places through sensitive design and building practice. In protest to the elimination marginalization, degradation and decontextualisation of places and landscapes, and living environments, the work follow emerges from an attitude towards the site, its physical and non physical characteristics, and the ground in which it engages.
Vinay Kumar Talla
Jersey City, NJ | vinayktalla@gmail.com |+1 314-280-8828 Education Washington University in St. Louis, Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, MO Master of Architecture II (M.Arch II), 2025
Selected Coursework: 419 Graduate Core Studio: International Housing Studio, Instructor - Monica Rivera & Emiliano Lopez 511 Graduate Comprehensive Studio: A Retreat for Painters at Salk Institute, California | Instructor - Robert Mc Carter 711 Graduate Degree Project: Library of Ashes | Instructor - Don Koster
Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture & Fine Arts University, Hyderabad,India Bachelor of Architecture, 2011 -2016
Selected Coursework: Undergraduate Core Design Studio:Student Activity Centre | Fall 2013 Undergraduate Design Thesis: Insight of Dwarka | Spring 2015
Professional Andrew Franz Architect | Architectural Designer Experience New York,NY | April 2026-Present
Contributed to a 2,500 SF high-end residential gut renovation at 105 Hudson Street, TriBeCa, advancing the design from Schematic Design through Construction Documents into the start of construction. Led space planning, kitchen and bath design, interior elevations, custom mill work detailing, and material and finish selection. Prepared permit and approval sets for the NYC DOB, the Landmarks Preservation Commission and Building Committee, along with bid and construction documents. Coordinated with MEP and structural consultants, general contractors, and fabricators, and supported bidding, pricing, and scope clarification. Produced coordinated drawing sets, 3D models, and presentations in Revit, Rhino, and AutoCAD, and integrated AI tools (Nano Banana, XFigura) into design development for rapid visualization and design options testing. Bahamas Residence – Construction Administration: Participated in weekly OAC meetings, responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, issuing supplemental sketches and clarifications, and tracking open items to keep construction aligned with design intent.
Studio PHH | Architectural Designer
Brooklyn, NY | September 2025-January 2026 Delivered Schematic Design through Construction Documents and permit sets for two Brooklyn townhouses, including one landmarked townhouse. Prepared and coordinated DOB NOW filings (ALT-1 / ALT-2), zoning analysis, and NYC Building Code compliance. Managed LPC review and approvals for the historic townhouse, incorporating preservation guidelines and agency feedback into revised drawing sets. Produced presentation drawings and visualizations for client meetings, translating design intent into clear, buildable concepts. Coordinated with expediters, structural and MEP consultants, integrating consultant feedback into filed sets and resolving code and agency comments to support permit issuance.
Trivers | Architectural Intern St. Louis, MO | June 2025 – August 2025
Contributed to institutional and multifamily housing projects through design development and construction documentation. Conducted on-site building surveys using LiDAR laser scanning, generating point cloud data for accurate Revit modeling. Developed toilet core layouts in compliance with code and accessibility standards. Prepared quantity takeoffs and coordinated with the estimator for cost analysis.
Kruthica Architects | Senior Associate Architect Hyderabad,India | 2016-2022 Progressed from Junior Architect to Senior Associate over six and a half years, leading projects from concept development through construction drawings and on-site execution. Specialized in alternative and sustainable construction methods, including Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks (CSEB) and rammed earth. Led client meetings, developed design and technical solutions, and mentored junior staff & provided hands-on training to artisans and facilitated technology transfer, ensuring project success and sustainability in diverse locales. Selected Coursework: Stone Acre Apartments, Kruthica Studio, Rural Community School, Hyderabad,India, House In a Farm,Chittoor, India
Independent Principal | V Atelier, Hyderabad, India | 2020 Work Founded and led an independent design practice alongside a full-time role at Kruthica Architects, and continued it after moving to the US for graduate studies. Led projects from client briefs and concept design through construction drawings and site coordination. Two residences in Chittoor, India, are nearing completion and are featured in the portfolio. Selected Projects: Palm Shadows House, Chittoor,India: A contemporary rural residence that reinterprets traditional Indian rural living for modern needs. It is built with earth-based materials and Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks (CSEB) to minimize embodied carbon. Garden House, Chittoor,India: A modern rural residence that reinterprets the traditional Indian courtyard house, shifting the courtyards to the edges of the plan. It uses passive design strategies for natural ventilation, daylight, and thermal comfort.
Software Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino, AI tools (Nano Banana, Skills Claude,Midjourney,Firefly,XFigura) Adobe Suite (Photoshop,Illustrator,InDesign), Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, Grasshopper, Lumion,Enscape, D5 & Vray
Additional SamFox School of Design & Visual Arts | Washington University in St Louis, MO Experience Graduate Research Assistant - August 2024 - May 2025
Assisting Professor Robert MC Carter in research for a forthcoming book on architect Harry Wolf, co-authored with Kenneth Frampton. Supporting research synthesis, cataloging materials, and refining content for publication.
Graduate Teaching Assistant - August 2024 - December 2024
Assisted instructor Pablo Moyano Fernandez in teaching Building Systems I, Provided feedback on assignments and supported students in understanding technical building concepts. Managed student queries, organized waivers for site visits, and coordinated attendance tracking.
Publications & “A Retreat for Painters: An Addition to Louis Kahn’s (unbuilt) Salk Meeting House at La Jolla, Featured Work California” – Featured in Dezeen (September 2024). Developed in the 511 Comprehensive Studio under
Professor Robert McCarter, the project explores architectural interventions that complement Kahn’s unbuilt project, while creating a contemplative space for artists. https://www.dezeen.com/2024/09/18/architecture-projects-washington-university-st-louis-schoolshows/
Shortlisted for Graduate Approach 2025, Washington University in St. Louis Stone Acre – Kruthica Architects, featured in The Plan magazine, 160th Issue (March 2025) Contributed to design development and execution, focusing on material innovation and integration of vernacular techniques. https://www.theplan.it/eng/magazine/2025/the-plan-160-03-2025/technique-and-construction-make-for-a-flexible-project
House in a Farm – Kruthica Architects, published in The Plan magazine, Issue 160 (March 2025) Involved in concept development, spatial planning, and detailing, emphasizing sustainable and context-driven design. https://www.theplan.it/eng/magazine/2025/the-plan-160-03-2025/technique-and-construction-make-for-a-flexible-project https://www.theplan.it/eng/whats_on/the-plan-160-the-first-issue-of-2025
Workshops Project Precast 2025 – PCI Foundation Competition, Indianapolis,IN (Feb 2025) Competitions Participated in a 48-hour design competition, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of two architects and civil engineers & Collaborations to develop an innovative precast concrete solution for the Indianapolis Zoo parking structure, emphasizing structural efficiency, sustainability, and constructibility.
Lively Cities Workshop | In collaboration with Schulze-Grassov, RIOS & SASAKI,LA
Participated in the Lively City workshop in Los Angeles, engaging in immersive field studies, architectural firm visits, and collaborative projects. Conducted public life surveys and data analysis to understand urban dynamics and inform user-centered design briefs. Demonstrated interdisciplinary collaboration by working with students from various backgrounds. Gained valuable insights into urban design methodologies and contributed to the transformation of urban communities.
Execution of Temple of Light Exhibition by Architect Peter Rich, at IIID Amaravati,India | 2019 (Originally designed for the Venice Architecture Biennale - 2018)
Collaborated with Kruthica Architects and Architect Peter Rich for the detailed drawings, mock ups, and execution of the Temple of Light at the IIID exhibition in Amaravati, AP, India. Contributed to the development of detailed drawings and mock ups in alignment with the original design intended for the Venice Architecture Biennale. Played a key role in the execution and realization of the exhibition & Engaged in collaborative discussions and problem-solving sessions to address challenges and enhance the exhibition’s conceptual and aesthetic aspects.
Lighthouse Sea Hotel | Young Architects Competition | May 2016
Designed a sustainable hotel concept within an abandoned lighthouse, integrating contemporary architecture with historical preservation and delicate coastal ecosystems. Focused on adaptive reuse strategies to create an enchanting tourist destination, aligning with the “Valore Paese FARI” initiative for with the Italian government and Rimini Fair
Certifications & Licensed Architect | COA,India Affiliations Issued by Council of Architecture, India - 2016 Indian Institute of Architects | IIA Associate Member
Reference Robert Mc Carter
Ruth and Norman Moore Professor of Architecture Washington University in St Louis. Email: rmccarter@wustl.edu
Donald N. Koster
Senior Lecturer in Architecture Washington University in St Louis. Email: dkoster@wustl.edu
Indian Institute of Interior Designers | IIID Associate Member
American Institute of Architecture Students | AIAS
Vice President for Washington University in St louis Chapter.
B.C. Sudhir Reddy | Kruthica Architects Kruthica Architects | Principal, Hyderabad, India Email: sudhir@kruthica.in kruthica@gmail.com
Pablo Moyano Fernández
Assistant Professor in Architecture Washington University in St Louis. Email: moyano@wustl.edu
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Selected Works | 2011-2025 Academic Graduate
01. Library of Ashes 711 Graduate Degree Project | Spring 2025
02. Painters Retreat at Salk Institute 511 Graduate Comprehensive Studio | Spring 2024
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04. Stone Acre Apartments Built Work 2017-2021 | Hyderabad | India
05. Rural Community School Built Work 2017-2021 | Siddapur, Telangana | India
06. House In a Mango Farm Built Work 2018-2021 | Chittoor | India
07. Kruthica Studio Built Work 2019-2021 | Hyderabad | India
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08. Palm Shadows House In Progress Work | Chittoor | Andhra Pradesh | India
09. Student Activity Centre UnderGraduate Core Studio | Fall 2012
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Library of Ashes
Rethinking Crematoriums in Urban Context St louis, Missouri. 711 Graduate Degree Project | Spring 2025 Washington University In St Louis | M.Arch 2 Instructor | Donald Koster | Assistant Professor
This project reimagines the crematorium and columbarium as a contemplative civic space one that acknowledges death not as an end, but as a passage. Located in North St. Louis, the project responds to a broader cultural shift, cremation rates are steadily rising across the United States, reflecting changes in environmental awareness, spiritual practice, and urban land use. In contrast to the sterile detachment of conventional funerary spaces, this design seeks to embody both the weight of the body and the ephemerality of the soul.
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frosted glass, turning each vessel into a glowing silhouette a quiet trace of the departed.
This project reimagines the crematorium and columbarium as a contemplative civic space one that acknowledges death not as an end, but as a passage. Located in North St. Louis, the project responds to a broader cultural shift, cremation rates are steadily rising across the United States, reflecting changes in environmental awareness, spiritual practice, and urban land use. In contrast to the sterile detachment of conventional funerary spaces, this design seeks to embody both the weight of the body and the ephemerality of the soul.
Inspired by the metaphor of body and soul, concrete and light, the design becomes a spatial ritual. It honors absence through presence, silence through materiality, and remembrance through architectural clarity. In doing so, it returns death to the urban fabric not as something to be hidden, but as something to be held.
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The columbarium is partially sunken, using site contours to enhance acoustic isolation and serenity. A sequence of open-to-sky reflection courts allows multiple individuals to grieve simultaneously, framed by shifting light and shadow. Niches holding urns are rendered in
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Main Entry Reception Lobby Columbarium Resrooms Managers Room Staff room Service/Commital Entry Hall for receiveing Coffins Cold storage / Mortuary Preparation room Viewing Room Ceremony Hall Outdoor Area Open to sky Ceremony Area Wash Area / Spout Temporary Ash Collection Area Outdoor Area Family Room Cremation Hall Courtyard Furance Cooling 7 Sorting Area Control Room Store Room Mechanical Room
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Main Entry Reception Lobby Columbarium Resrooms Managers Room Staff room Service/Commital Entry Hall for receiveing Coffins Cold storage / Mortuary Preparation room Viewing Room Ceremony Hall Outdoor Area Open to sky Ceremony Area Wash Area / Spout Temporary Ash Collection Area Outdoor Area Family Room Cremation Hall Courtyard Furance Cooling 7 Sorting Area Control Room Store Room Mechanical Room
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Graduate Academic | Painters Retreat at Salk Institute
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Painters Retreat, Salk Institute An Addition to Louis Kahn’s unbuilt Meeting House at Salk Institute, La Jolla, California
511 Graduate Compreshensive Studio | Spring 2024 Washington University In St Louis | M.Arch 2 Instructor | Robert Mc Carter | Ruth & Norman Moore Visiting Professor
Design a Retreat for Painters, an addition to Louis Kahn’s (unbuilt) Salk Meeting House in La Jolla, California. Inspired by Salk’s vision of bridging science and art, the studio aims to provide a space where six painters live and work, engaging with Nobel laureate scientists. The design should reflect Kahn’s concept of spatial experience, emphasizing the interaction between artists and scientists. The program includes atelier-monastic cells for painters, a gallery/colloquium for interdisciplinary meetings, and shared facilities with the scientists. The project seeks to foster creativity and intellectual exchange within the iconic Salk Institute setting.
Academic work Featured on Dezeen November 2024 Shortlisted for Graduate Approach -2025, Washington University in St.Louis
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Graduate Academic | Painters Retreat at Salk Institute
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PROJECT 1 - CUBE The Cube/Room(s) project involves a given “site”and a dual “program”. The space of action is given—is to design a live/ work space for making for a painter. The space of work is a 33 x 33 x 33 foot cube
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1 Ground floor Plan | 2 First Floor Plan Study Model - 3 Front Facade | 4 Perspective Artists studio
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1 Situation Plan - Salk Institute & Unbuilt Meeting House with proposed Floor Plan - Artist Studio
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Site Plan showing Ground Floor collaged with Louis Kahns Original Meeting House Plan Shortlisted for Graduate Approach 2025, Washington University in St. Louis Featured in Dezeen november 2024
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Graduate Academic | Painters Retreat at Salk Institute
Precast Concrete Coping to slope F.F LEVEL 2 EL. +213’-0”
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M40 Grade poured Concrete EL. +213’-0” Fire Proof Laminated safety sheet glass
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uilt is not really lost. emand for presence is undeniable. he right circumstances.” I. Kahn
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Graduate Academic | 419 International Housing Studio
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Threshold Image - Second Rotation in San Juan Exploring how Balcony/Verendah is an important space in Hot & Humid Climates - Extracted from physical model
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Tropical Thresholds
Climate Responsive Collective Housing, San Juan, Puerto Rico 419 International Housing Studio | Fall 2023 Washington University In St Louis | M.Arch 2 Instructor | Monica Rivera & Emiliano Lopez
In San Juan’s hot, humid climate, the most important room in a home is often the one without walls. This project treats the veranda as the primary climate device of collective housing: a deep, shaded threshold that filters sun, catches breeze, and carries daily life outdoors. Each unit is organized around its veranda. Living and dining open onto it through operable lattice screens that control light, air, and privacy while keeping the edge porous. The faceted plan turns every unit toward the breeze and gives each one a corner for cross-ventilation. At the center, an open-to-sky court ringed by shared walkways releases warm air upward and becomes a collective veranda for the whole building. The idea began in Barcelona, where studies of the galleria in La Barceloneta showed how one threshold can manage climate and community at once. San Juan carries the idea into the tropics.
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Threshold Image - First Rotation in Barcelona Exploring how Galleria brings light to other rooms - Extracted from physical model
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La Barceloneta La Barceloneta, the first neighborhood built beyond Barcelona’s historic city walls, serves as a case study in the evolution of urban thresholds. The project began with an in-depth analysis of threshold spaces in Barcelona, examining their role in shaping the relationship between private and communal realms. These studies were essential in understanding how traditional thresholds function as bioclimatic barriers, regulating light, ventilation, and privacy while fostering social interaction. By exploring the architectural and environmental effectiveness of these transitional spaces, the project reinterprets their significance in contemporary housing design, balancing climate responsiveness with community-oriented living.
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Professional | Stone Acre Apartments
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Stone Acre Apartments Banjarahills| Hyderabad | Telangana State. Professional | Kruthica Architects | 2017-2021 Role: Associate Architect Team: Sudhir Reddy, Anuja, Vinay Kumar, Anuja, Harini Contribution: Team Lead, Concept, Design Development, Construction drawings,Execution Supervision & Completion.
Nestled on the southern tip of the Banjara Hills in Hyderabad, India, the Stone Acre Apartments is a breathtaking marvel of architecture. Perched atop a hill, the apartments offer a sweeping, panoramic view of the stunning Taj Banjara Lake to the west. The building design is a studied response to this unique character of the site and leverages the topography which brings spectacular views into the apartments, lobbies, car park, drive, and the club, seamlessly integrating the landscape. The three meticulously crafted apartments are distributed on 3 floors each with one level of parking below.
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Situated at the beginning of a steep downhill slope, the project benefits from expansive city views on two sides. A narrow, winding road along the northern and eastern edges descends sharply, culminating in a cul-de-sac. This unique topography allows for multiple entry points at different levels, providing an intimate and varied approach to the building.
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Stone Acre is structured within a steel framework, expressed in its raw simplicity, accommodating three apartments along with a shared lower-floor service area for residents. The site’s natural elevation was strategically utilized to create a basement level, serving both as the building’s foundation and as a parking area.
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The open structural framework on the north and east façades creates a dynamic interplay of assembly and aggregation, partially dissolving the building envelope while seamlessly extending interior spaces into outdoor terraces. This porosity enhances natural ventilation and light, offering
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each residence a private green veranda that blurs the boundary between inside and out. Flexibility, a recurring theme is central to Stone Acre’s design— not only through its adaptable façade but also in the interior layouts, which can evolve over time to accommodate the changing needs of its residents.
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The north and east façades reveal an exposed structural framework interwoven with lush vegetation, creating a dynamic contrast against the solid western façade. Designed as architectural screens, these permeable elevations regulate temperature while framing private gardens on each floor within the vertical grid. The planted trees introduce seasonal variation, animating the façade with shifting
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colors. Alternating between exposed concrete planters and a finely detailed 150x150 mm MS steel reticulated framework with I-beam sections, the composition fosters an urban jungle aesthetic. Throughout the building, exposed concrete surfaces establish a cohesive material identity, enhanced by a curated palette of finishes that celebrate artisanal craftsmanship and tactile richness.
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The design is a studied response to this unique character of site and leverages the topography which brings in the spectacular views into the apartment interiors, the lobbies, car park, the drive and the club.The 3 meticulously crafted apartments are distributed on 3 floors each with one level of parking below. The club with an indoor pool is located at the lowest level and the terrace is developed as a sprawling community space with abundant landscape and panoramic views, overlooking the lake and city.
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Rural Community School Siddapur | Mahbubnagar | Telangana State Professional | Kruthica Architects | 2017-2020 Role: Project Architect Team: Sudhir Reddy, Anuja, Vinay, Sindhu Contribution: Reasearch & Development in Earth Based Technology, Design Development, Construction drawings, Hands on Site execution.
A high school for the village of Siddapur, built from the ground it stands on. Six classrooms, two labs, a library, a staff room, a kitchen and an open-air stage are arranged along a central axis around shaded courtyards and verandah corridors. Walls are Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks pressed on site from local soil; roofs are 2-inch precast ferrocement panels cast by local artisans, using far less concrete than a conventional slab. Construction became part of the program, training local villagers in techniques the community can reuse
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PROJECT VISION This project envisions the creation of social infrastructure that is deeply informed by its context, employing a holistic, sensitive, and responsible design approach to enhance the civic presence of settlements. It embraces alternative construction technologies that utilize locally sourced materials and human resources, fostering climate-sensitive, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solutions. By adopting a participatory model, the project encourages community engagement, instilling a sense of ownership and strengthening social cohesion. It aims to reinforce the belief that local materials and craftsmanship are not only adequate but also highly relevant in contemporary construction. The design aspires to create environments that are responsive to people and place, contributing to a more inclusive
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and pluralistic built environment. Additionally, the project demonstrates how architectural interventions in rural and semi-urban areas can serve as catalysts for positive economic and social transformation.
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The project involves the design and construction of a high school equipped with essential learning and support facilities. It includes six classrooms, two laboratories for hands-on learning, a library as a resource hub, and a staff room for teachers and administrators. Additionally, the school features hygienic toilet facilities, a kitchen for meal preparation, and a stage area for gatherings and cultural events. Designed to foster an engaging and functional learning environment, the program integrates sustainable construction techniques that align with the project’s broader vision of community-driven, climate-responsive architecture.
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The materials used in a precast ferroconcrete system are significantly lower than in a conventional slab system. Because it requires minimal transportation costs and a simple kit of parts, this system can be implemented in extremely remote areas. The system only requires four lightweight shutters that can be used to construct reinforcedcement concrete U-shaped panels. In comparison to a conventional slab, these panels require a smaller volume of concrete.
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In addition, the 2” thk U-shaped ferroconcrete panel can be inverted and reinforced to be used as lintels for openings or as seating with bearings on opposite walls. The panels are precast cast-in-place based on the specifications, implying less waste. Furthermore, the preparation of these can be carried out by local artisans, reducing the reliance on multiple agencies. The roofing system can provide unsupported spans of up to twenty feet, which can be increased by adding more gi reinforcements and increasing the thickness of the cross swection. The manufacturing process can also be carried out away from the construction site.
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COMPRESSED STABILIZED EARTH BRICKS (CSEB)
can promote sustainability while preserving a disappearing craft.
Compressed Stabilized Earth Bricks (CSEB) are eco-friendly, cost-effective, and durable alternatives to conventional bricks. Made by compressing a mixture of soil, stabilizers (such as cement or lime), and water, they are cured instead of fired, significantly reducing environmental impact.
CSEBs are highly eco-friendly as they utilize local materials and eliminate the need for firing, reducing their carbon footprint. They are also cost-effective due to lower material and energy costs compared to conventional bricks. Their high strength and durability, enhanced by stabilizers, make them resistant to weathering and load-bearing applications. Additionally, they provide excellent thermal efficiency, naturally regulating indoor temperatures and lowering heating and cooling expenses. Their versatility and aesthetic appeal allow them to be used in both exposed and plastered finishes, offering architectural flexibility.
Composition & Manufacturing CSEBs consist of locally available soil (15-30% clay), stabilizers (5-10% cement or lime), and water. Optional additives like fly ash or fibers can enhance performance. The manufacturing process involves soil selection, mixing, compression using manual or hydraulic presses, and curing for about 28 days to achieve full strength. By reintroducing this technique in modern architecture, we
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Earth as a building material has accompanied humanity throughout history. It is only in most recent industrialized and standardized building practices that earth has lost its credibilty as an auspicious building material for our future. A resegence of earth architecture can be seen over the last two decades, although innovation in rammed earth is relatively untapped. Current innovations in prefabrication mechanisation and geometric variation are still confined by undynamic conventional formwork limitations. Earth as a building material is a practice that dates back thousands of years and is still utilized in various forms of construction around the world today. Earth-based construction techniques are often sustainable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. Here are some common methods of using earth as a building material Using earth as a building material offers several advantages, including thermal mass properties, natural insulation, and sustainability. Additionally, earthbased construction techniques often utilize locally available materials, reducing the environmental impact associated with transportation. the revitalization of earth architecture, particularly in the context of rammed earth construction, presents exciting opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and cultural preservation. By leveraging modern technology and design principles, we can unlock the full potential of earth as a building material and create structures that are not only environmentally responsible but also aesthetically compelling and culturally significant.
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House in a Mango Farm Pileru| Andhra Pradesh Professional | Kruthica Architects | 2017-2021 Role: Project Architect Team: Sudhir Reddy, Vinay Kumar, Navneeth, Harini Contribution: Research & Development in Rammed Earth Systems, Design Development, Construction drawings, Hands on Site execution.
Designed as a retreat within a 60-acre mango orchard, this weekend home explores the quality of space through materiality, seamlessly integrating architecture with its natural surroundings. Rammed earth walls, with their rich, earthy tones and organic textures, serve as both structure and expression, grounding the home within the landscape. Their natural imperfections can be refined with the same soil mixture as plaster, creating a seamless, cohesive aesthetic.
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Thatch roofing, a traditional building technique, has long been used in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, where locally grown materials such as water reed and grass have served as sustainable roofing solutions. However, this craft is now a dying art, as modern construction techniques have led to a decline in demand, leaving skilled artisans without work. Through this project, we aim to revive and modernize thatch roofing by demonstrating its potential for contemporary residences and large-span structures. By integrating metal trusses and a bamboo overlay, we can create a durable and efficient roofing system. When laid by skilled workers, a thatch roof can last up to 60 years, provided it maintains a thickness of 9 inches to 1 foot and is installed at a 40 to 45-degree slope to ensure rapid surface water runoff.
The process of constructing a thatch roof begins with selecting high-quality, locally available thatching materials. A strong framework of metal trusses and bamboo is then built to support the thatch layers. The thatch is bundled and layered in an overlapping manner to create a thick, insulating, and waterproof surface. Skilled artisans secure each layer using natural fiber ropes or metal wire, ensuring durability. The ridge is then reinforced with tightly bound thatch or an additional protective material such as clay or turf. Once completed, the roof is trimmed for a neat finish and requires periodic maintenance to extend its lifespan. By reintroducing this technique in modern architecture, we can promote sustainability while preserving a disappearing craft.
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Kruthica Architects Studio Hyderabad | Telangana State | India Professional work | Kruthica Architects | 2019-2021 Role: Associate Architect Team: Ar Sudhir Reddy, Ar Vinay Kumar, Ar Kaushik. Contribution: Team Lead, Concept, Design Development, Construction drawings,Execution Supervision & Completion.
Kruthica Studio was conceived as a pioneering exploration of sustainable and alternative construction techniques, integrating locally sourced materials and innovative building methods. Designed as a pilot project, it employs Compressed Stabilized Earth Bricks (CSEB) as the primary walling system and 2-inch thick ferrocement panels for roofing, significantly reducing reliance on conventional concrete. The project’s vision centers around minimizing the environmental footprint by leveraging earthen building techniques that offer structural integrity while enhancing thermal comfort.
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The west-facing façade is designed to minimize heat gain and harsh sunlight through a combination of thermal mass and adjustable shading. A 1-foot-thick double-layered CSEB (Compressed Stabilized Earth Block) wall, made from locally sourced soil, provides excellent insulation by absorbing heat during the day and releasing it at night, ensuring a stable indoor temperature. This passive cooling strategy is well-suited to South India’s climate, reducing reliance on mechanical cooling. Complementing the wall is a system of adjustable GI (Galvanized Iron) louvres, individually integrated into each studio to regulate sunlight and ventilation. Unlike prefabricated shading systems, these
louvres were designed in collaboration with local metal artisans, supporting traditional craftsmanship while allowing for customized, user-controlled shading. This manually operable system reduces glare, enhances airflow, and offers flexibility in managing indoor comfort. By integrating high-thermal-mass CSEB walls with artisan-crafted metal louvres, the design promotes sustainability, energy efficiency, and local craftsmanship. This climatically responsive approach enhances comfort, reduces energy consumption, and preserves traditional building techniques while ensuring adaptability to user needs and site conditions.
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Palm Shadows House
Weekend retreat nestled within lush coconut plantations Chittoor | Andhra Pradesh | India Personal | V Atelier | 2023- Ongoing Role: Principal Architect Team: Vinay Kumar, Vaidehi, Sai Pavan Contribution: Concept, Design Development, Construction drawings
A weekend house on a 7,000 sq ft site in rural Chittoor, set among coconut palms that shape both its views and its microclimate. The design reinterprets traditional rural living for contemporary life: rooms gather around a large central courtyard, and verandahs on three sides carry daily life outdoors. At the heart of the house, a double-height space planted with two trees draws in light and air and becomes the family’s everyday meeting place. Walls are built in Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks to keep the carbon footprint low, and a play of flat slabs and sloping roofs gives the house a low, layered profile among the palms.
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1 . Main Entry 2. Car Parking 3. Entry Verandah 4. Drawing room 5. Dining room 6. South Verandah 7. Kitchen 8. Utility 9. Kitchen store 10. Laundry 11. Caretakers house 12. Outdoor wash area 13. Central courtyard 14. Living Room 15. West Verandah 16. Master Bedroom 17. Restroom/Toilet 17a. Walk in Closet 18. Bedroom 2 19. Powder room 20. Corridor 21. Waterbody
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The interior of the house has been designed with an open plan concept, connecting Living, Dining and Kitchen space. At the centre of the house, a double- .height space is created with greenery & natural light. Two big trees and low shrubs are planted at the centre of the house. This space has become the heart of the house where the residents interact with each other in the natural setting. To keep the house design simple and to concentrate on the quality of light, space, and greenery, a cement render is used as a single material for the floor and wall.
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Student Activity Centre Hyderabad, Telangana State, India 3rd Semseter | Undergrad Design Studio | 2012 Academic | Individual Instructor | Prof Praveen | Prof Praneetha
The design prompt focuses on creating a Student Activity Centre as an extension to an existing architecture college. The program is structured to promote seamless movement throughout the building and across floors, ensuring continuous activity from day into evening. The building presents two distinct identities—one engaging with the campus entry and the other with the campus center.
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movement the building andThe floors over the course of the entire day and into as simple planes thatthroughout undergoe an angular transformation. first floor is designed to accommodate areas that have Conceptually, the higest potential student interaction has and benefit at grade“faces”access or proximity to loadingentry and service the building two from differing the campus and campus c
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and activity spaces integrating with the existing building and site ac program is organised with spaces that encourage continunal e course of the entire day and into the evening. the campus entry and campus core.From the campus entry to reflect the materials of the existing campus, but it is treated mation. The first floor is designed to accommodate areas that efit from at grade access or proximity to loading and service
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The building uses traditional brick masonry to mirror the materials of the existing campus on the campus entry side, however it is handled as basic planes that undergo an angular metamorphosis. The first level is intended to house sections with the most potential for student engagement and that benefit from at-grade access or closeness to loading and servicing.
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