Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Swarangi Dharmadhikari, Dhwani Doshi, Yug Dudhara , Pratima Wagh Foundation studio I Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Yagnik Bhatija, Ar. Mythili Shetty, Ar. Parnavi, Ar. Devayani Deshmukh swarangi20@gmail.com , yugd20@aoamumbai.in , dhwani20@aoamumbai.in , pratimaw20@gmail.com : : : : : : : : : The exercise focused on material exploration of volleyball with respect to different surfaces. Through personal interaction with the ball, we figured out how the material of the ball reacted with the hands of the user while playing, the surface of the ground, net, shoes, etc. analyzing the failure of material and its response with respect to climate, ground, equipment, etc. Understanding the role of the ball in the sports, different types of balls according to material and conditions and its manufacturing process were studied. All the study was represented by sketches, drawings and graphics. Volley Ball

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Aaksha Trivedi, Tasneem Vali, Hetika Vani Foundation studio I Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Yagnik Bhatija, Ar. Mythili Shetty, Ar. Parnavi, Ar. Devayani Deshmukh aashka20@aoamumbai.in , tasneem20@aoamumbai.in , hetika20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : The project started with documenting the garbage collected in a day ,for a week . Thereafter each group was given an item from the garbage which was then to be translated into an infographic. We followed the journey of a simple matchbox from manufacturing to disposal. The infographic consists of the entire lifecycle of matchbox particularly- SHIP matches, right from manufacturing to disposal. The process starts with matchstick and matchbox manufacturing. Thereafter comes the stacking and packaging of matchbox.After packaging the matchboxes are ready for distribution at wholesalers and retailers. The graphic also speaks about the afterlife of the matchbox along with the entire history of SHIP safety matches. Analyzing the various steps that a simple matchbox goes through before ending up in our garbage made us realize the importance of every minute thing that we use and discard without a second thought. Ship Safety

Previous Next The Courtyard Dairies Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Khushi Patel, Riya Godambe, Niket Vira Archdais Studio Container VI khuship18@aoamumbai.in riyag18@aoamumbai.in niketv18@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The aim of the competition is to design a designers work studio which can break the conventional model for small office spaces, and create a space that fosters innovation, collaboration and productivity. Narrative: The design aims at offering a spatial experience to the clients and a creative work environment for the designers while also acting as a perfect hub for cultural exchange in the form of exhibitions, art festivals, and recreational space for the surrounding commercial hub and IT offices. A studio is like a home to a designer hence in our design we have treated the container like micro-living units. We wanted to restore Baner’s status as an agricultural city amidst the rapidly growing concrete jungle by incorporating botany such that it becomes a part of their daily routine and calms their senses at the same time. The intent was to create a flexible work environment that provides interaction among the designers in every part of the studio. The different spaces are tailored around a central courtyard which acts as a workspace full of natural atmosphere and flexibility. The journey of the client through the studio also revolves around this courtyard which is represented as a Storyboard. A Storyboard is a collection of cells that each depicts an image and together narrate a journey. Creating storyboards helps developers to think through a process in a step-by-step manner allowing them to design streamlined user experience. Likewise, while understanding the work culture, we also wanted the clients to be a part of this journey of developing a product right from the first stage to the final prototype.

Previous Next Pacing the Space Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Adnan Motiwala Shanaya Wadia Tasneem Vali DAC - Academy's Recess - Rethinking Amphitheatre Area I adnan20@aoamumbai.in shanaya20@aoamumbai.in tasneem20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: Academy's Recess proposes the generation of architectural ideas for outdoor activities for the institution's amphitheatre area while retaining the original functionality of the space. Interaction and Activity in a natural environment is the key focus of the competition. Narrative: The Amphitheatre is a fusion of various departments. The design provides a space where all the students come to unwind and just be themselves. To make it lively, the space is equipped with a musical niche with pre-installed instruments like a foot piano, a clap box and a xylophone. A watchtower stands in the middle of the amphitheatre, encompassing the banyan tree, giving the students a panoramic view of the space. The place is littered with crescent-shaped stools, and their retractable nature prevents them from being an obstacle. The college logo is seen in the form of a seating area, bordering the walls. It's the perfect spot for relaxing with the overview of the banyan tree, and it makes an excellent background for pictures. The logo is bordered with an LED lighting which compels you to stay and extend the experiential nature of the place.

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Shruti Yelane Architectural Design VI Ar. Swapna Hankare syelane18@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Mahesh Nilakh, Ar. Swapna Hankare, Ar. Shekoba Sanap, Ar. Mahesh Khanolkar, Ar. Rupa Sheth, Ar. Rajan Kulkarni : : : : : : : : : : : Overlooking the vast expanse of the Arabian sea, the site offers the potential to be developed as a distinct landmark. The design aims to form a cocoon for the maritime cadets while developing attributes required for the profession by nurturing their experiences. The intent was to create an open atmosphere by courtyards to break out from the compact spaces of a ship. Ramps are used throughout for universal access to all parts of the campus. The Maritime Museum is a highlight establishing a landmark and thereby attracting attention from maritime enthusiasts all across. Previous Next Maritime Institute/ Veterinary Institute 7

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Harsh Tank Architectural Design V Ar. Mahesh Nilakh harsht19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Mahesh Khanolkar, Ar. Rajan Kulkarni, Ar. Rupa Sheth, Ar. Mahesh Nilakh, Ar. Ashley Fialho, Ar. Swapna Hankare, Ar. Shekoba Sanap : : : : : : : : : : : The project starts with the concept of a contextual approach - Neo Faroese Architecture. A structure that is developed from the architectural roots of the place and developed with a modern approach - creating a space for the office. This structure would be a part of the overall development of the Island hence the creation of an iconic structure that will be the catalyst for the Bold move was the aim. While considering the urban fabric, micro points such as user study, site responsive design, was taken into consideration leading to a perfect blend of the architecture. Massing was finalized based on the site response. Play of volumes was established for the creation of a healthy environment. A massive staircase was built that connects the entire elevation and is colored with Red- emphasizing the bold movement. The spaces were defined and placed apart creating a walkable distance from the adjacent buildings. These transitional zones are integrated with immense views of the surroundings. Previous Next Corporate Den By Netflix.Inc 3

Email Semester Subject Student Name Mahir Mody Allied Design - Landscape Design IV mahir19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Shruti Barve : : : : : : : : : Landscape in an urban environment is quickly depleting, especially in the city of Mumbai. There are very patches, where one would encounter them, and even rarer are those where the built and unbuilt coexist to create a beautiful ecosystem. On these lines, a street showcasing these characteristics was chosen in South Bombay. This is an important street which connects the Marine Drive to Oval Maidan, and Cricket Club of India (CCI) as well. The vegetation has not been disturbed and allowed to grow in its natural way. This project focuses on understanding the relationship between these 2 ecosystems, their advantages and drawbacks. I have made a few observations of how vegetation helps in affecting the quality of space, light, living, textures ,etc. Previous Next Dinshaw Vaccha Road Documentation

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Riya Godambe Architectural Design VI Ar. Mahesh Nilakh riyag18@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Mahesh Nilakh, Ar. Swapna Hankare, Ar. Shekoba Sanap, Ar. Mahesh Khanolkar, Ar. Rupa Sheth, Ar. Rajan Kulkarni : : : : : : : : : : : Beyond the Horizon is a Design of a Maritime Academy located in Sewri, Mumbai. The site is adjacent to the eastern coast of Mumbai, in between the docks of Mazgaon. The micro context where the site sits has peculiar buildings, typically of the Mumbai port trust. The design looks at how a maritime campus should also be accommodating healing–serving functions as well as mental needs. The idea was to give the institute its character and privacy in a dominating industrial context that trains cadets to be thoroughly qualified in their skill sets for the harsh seas. The spaces needed a physical quality that would shape a cadet's personality, physical strength, sense of readiness, theoretical and practical knowledge by emphasizing their connection to the sea, a never-ending source of wonder, inspiration, and hope. Previous Next Maritime Institute/ Veterinary Institute 4

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Abhishek Suryawanshi Technical Design IV Ar. Pranay Bhavsar abhisheks19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Richa Raut, Ar. Geetesh Varte, Ar. Rohit Karekar, Ar. Pranay Bhavsar, Ar. K.V.Parmeshwar : : : : : : : : : : : The Project Was To Do Structural Design Of Semester Three Ad School Project. For Structural Design A Part Of The Design Was Taken Which Is Main Classroom Block And Entry Foyer With Amphitheater. This Project Was All About Steel Structures And Its Connection Details With Steel- Beams, Stanchions, Gusset Plates, Angles, Etc. The Challenging Part Of The Design Was The Upper Floor Beam Design Above Staircase And Staircase Design Which Is Entirely In Steel. As Design Feature The Steel Arch With Timber Design Elements Is Also Detailed Out. Structural drawings in steel 5

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Miriam Thomas Architectural Design I Ar.Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar. Joel Roy miriamt20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar.Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar. Joel Roy : : : : : : : : : : : Through the course of this exercise, the aim was to recognize the various visual boundaries that exist as we navigated through the built and natural environment that surrounds us. These visual boundaries are perceived for their nature, character, construct, materiality, and function. They enclose Space. Studying the various aspects of these visual boundaries and their organization has led us to begin to perceive the basic constructs of space and the relationship it possesses to the movement of various bodies in space. In the due course of observing and recognizing we stumble upon various organizational constructs of field, space, and movement documented through photographs and drawings. We perceived and analyzed the organization and construct of field and space and the resulting movement of the body in the particular field of space through the construction of diagrams, maps, and models. To begin to understand the subject of cartography and its value in constructing visual narratives. Previous Next Unembodied Spaces

Previous Next MERAKI - My Relaxing Palace (Top 30) Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Harshil Jain; Priyanshi Hiran Archresource Farm - a -cation IX harshilj17@aoamumbai.in priyanshih17@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The competition aims to develop a strategy that not only serves for materialistic development but also looks into science and nature. Narrative: ‘Meraki’, this term is often used for something which belongs to the Soul. As famously quoted, ‘Home is where the heart is’, houses have always been the peaceful place for the human soul. However, due to the hustle of city life, the interaction of the human soul and the house has gone for a toss. The intent of the design proposal of the The farmhouse is to rejuvenate this interaction of the human soul and the house. As a breakaway from the city life, the farmhouse has been proposed on the outskirts of the town of Malapurram in the state of Kerala. The design proposal intends to create a play of Active and Passive spaces to allow Public interaction and also give Privacy to the users to have an interaction with the soul. Timelessness has been considered as the key intention of the design and the same has been tried to be achieved with the use of Light, Spaces and Volumes. Along with connecting spaces to nature, the design also intends to allow the users to pursue their hobbies and also develop new hobbies and interests. Kerala being famous for its vernacular architecture style, the design utilises Brick and Concrete for the Farmhouse and Wattle and Daub technique for the Barns and Temporary structures. Lastly, the entire moment and journey within the farmhouse has been proposed such that it leads to interaction with the soul.

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Palak Panchal Architectural Design III Ar. Anshu Choudhri palak20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Nachiket Kale, Ar. Amey Matre, Ar. Mehul Sanghavi, Ar. Anshu Choudhari, Ar. Amit Jain : : : : : : : : : : : The project given to us was to design a House for our own Family on the site of Vihar Lake, Powai, Mumbai. This designed house, ‘THE HOUSE OF CURVES’, is a structural framework of curves amalgamating into one another. The compositional approach chosen is 'Tight Cluster Units'. The transition into the house is choreographed to be in a curved fashion and is open to the sky so that the user can experience the landscape around. This curved path also instigates intrigue within the setup. Such intrigue is also seen through the helical staircase which is closed from one side and open on the other. On the first floor, the user has to walk through a ramp to reach rooms that have glass roofs. The user can see the landscape through that roof while walking and hence is allowed to experience nature. Previous Next House for My Family