CONCEPT

from portfolio '23

by Vishnu K Vinayan

Exterior Renders

Design Evolution

This completed project involves the redevelopment of a selected site, specifically an island in the backwater area of Kochi. The project focuses on designing a low-energy building with sustainable characteristics, specifically a proposal for a central public library. Throughout the design process, relevant planning policies, regulations, and legislation have been applied and utilized as justifications for design decisions.

The initial design concept involved a rectangular plan with voids strategically incorporated to maximize sunlight penetration, while an 80% glass facade was implemented to enhance natural lighting. The design was created using Autocad Revit and further refined in Google Sketchup, which facilitated the development of a double facade design. Energy simulations were conducted using elmhurst DesignBuilder to inform the design process and ensure optimal energy performance.

To address heat gain, a thermal wall was implemented on the west side of the building, effectively reducing thermal transfer. Additionally, perforated panels were incorporated as a double facade on the north and south sides to minimize glare and optimize visual comfort within the building.

Overall, this project showcases a sustainable and energy-efficient building design for the proposed central public library on the selected site in Kochi. The design decisions were guided by planning policies, regulations, and legislation, and were supported by advanced modeling and simulation tools to achieve an environmentally conscious and visually appealing outcome.