Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Palak Panchal Architectural Representation and Detailing III Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad palak20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad : : : : : : : : : : : This project involved understanding the drawing methods of architects. The design, which is the Artist Studio, was transformed into a drawing of the style of Architect Peter Eisenman’s one drawings. We learned a new composition style of orthographic drawings on a single sheet. The color theme used in this drawing is the same, which is that used by the architect. The medium used is poster colors to best define the style. Previous Next Drawing In Conversation 5

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Tarun Panjabi Architectural Building Services V Ar. Nitesh Avhad ruchi1@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali, Ar. Nitesh Avhad : : : : : : : : : : : The following project leads to designing a lecture hall for students with respect to the acoustical quality it provides. The hall is designed for 40 users. The design is made such that the reverberation time of the key speaker is approx 0.9 sec till the students. The students’ seating arrangement is placed on concrete tiers in a rising manner with rubber lining and wooden flooring to contain the sound created. Some other materials used are gypsum boards, plywood panelling, Teak Wood parquet flooring, acoustic suspended boards, glazed concrete, timber doors, etc. The materials are used by calculating their surface areas and absorption sabines. Rhyme

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Sukriti Sharma Architectural Representation and Detailing IV Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Harshada Shintre sukriti19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Harshada Shintre : : : : : : : : : : : The exercise motivated on studying interesting grid patterns, and articulating Hybridized grids while getting inspired from the principles of the source grids as an initial step. The exercise culminated by deriving the final grid from one of the Hybrid grids and three other listed grids. The process commenced with identifying elements or shapes (line, dots, circle, semi-circle, square) operations and characteristic features of each of the three selected grids including rotation (clockwise or anti-clockwise, bisection, intersection, rhythmic spacing between elements, union, continuity, repetition). This was further processed as reciprocation of varied combinations to come up with three unique grid systems referred to as Hybrid Grids. One of the hybrid grids were selected and paired with three sets of grids- Figure Building, Landscape field, Occupation Event. While segregating the components of all three sets, final drawing of grid was composed as an amalgamation of all four grids. Previous Next Taxonomy Of Grids 5

Previous Next Steps for Awakening Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Sarvesh Kambli Soham Tulaskar DAC Redefining Platitudes II, V sarveshk20@aoamumbai.in sohamt17@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: Redefining Platitudes demands all members to choose an existing drawing or illustration from their previous projects and develop a narrative which is distinctive from the existing narrative of that project by exploring new mediums, textures, graphic styles, and rendering styles. Narrative: In the harsh mental environment one tries to find Nirvana within himself. Self awakening, or self enlightenment is a one of the phases of reaching Nirvana. The graphic represents the path to awakening while showcasing the abstractions of the 7 factors needed to achieve awakening. ● Mindfulness- As Buddha said "Transient are all component things. Work out your deliverance with heedfulness!" Mindfulness is needed to maintain the awareness of reality. ● Investigation of the nature of reality- Through keen investigations, a spiritually evolved person, whose clarity of vision penetrates into the deepest recesses of life and cognizes the true nature that underlies all appearance. No more can he be confused by highs and lows of life. ● Energy- The effort to redirect misdirections that already have and will be arisening in the mind. It is that force which becomes the light to the mirage of endless working. ● Joy or rapture- Real happiness or rapture comes not through grasping or clinging to things animate or inanimate but by giving up (nekkhamma). It is this detached attitude towards the world that brings about true happiness. ● Tranquility- The factor is needed to achieve conscious calmness and serenity throughout the journey in body and mind. ● Concentration/calm- Concentration is the intensified steadiness of the mind as an unflickering flame of a lamp in heavy breezes. ● Equanimity- It is mental equipoise and not hedonic indifference. pain and happiness — he never wavers.

Previous Next A Celebration like no other Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Abhishek Suryavanshi Ganesh Beniwal Sandesh Jadhav DAC Redefining Platitudes V, II, IX abhisheks19@aoamumbai.in ganeshb17@aoamumbai.in sandeshj20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: Redefining Platitudes demands all members to choose an existing drawing or illustration from their previous projects and develop a narrative which is distinctive from the existing narrative of that project by exploring new mediums, textures, graphic styles, and rendering styles. Narrative: “The flowers are blooming because the bipeds no longer snatch them away, they now have a future to look forward to, when the roses rise and everything begins again!” The Tank is the only oasis in the midst of all this destruction, being a source of sustenance in itself. All the things they made, none of them are safe now. And why are all these other wonderful creatures here you ask? Well, they are here to take what was already meant for them from the beginning. You see, these multiple visions we have for the future, the stress we give to human existence and experiences and neglect all the other ones just creates a greater divide between the whole world and us. So, representations should be as elusive as the projects they represent. Letting go of false ideas, focusing less on the exclusionary functions and definitions that we give to spaces we make, we should move forward to a world where we show the impact that the project actually has on this planet, not the fancy attractive visions that give illusions of hope and wellness, where there is none!

Previous Next The Big Bang Epiphany Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Aayush kapse Arch 8 Revision V aayush19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The competition focuses on identitying metal objects that have been forgotten and repurpose them into a functional typology of a residence. Narrative: The Big Bang Theory apartment was Re-Visioned, taking the users and their primary requirements as per functionality and personality. The chief decisions were based on the facts that our users are tenants, Scientists, pragmatism favourites and amicably adorable Sci-fi fanatics. The spaces are envisioned for them as well as their small circle of friends. The existing social and intimate zones have been given a personalized character through introduction of newer appliances, lighting strategies, furniture, floating ceilings, action figurines and new-old possessions. The one thing that has guided all the design decisions is the need for Logic and Reason. Issues between Sheldon and Leonard over tinier things are here, tried to be resolved using “Practically Personalized” design calls.

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Tejas Shinde Architectural Design II Ar. Yagnik Bathija tejass20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Anisha Mehta, Ar. Chintan Shah, Ar. Devyani Deshmukh Upasani, Ar. Mythili Shetty, Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Parnavi Karandikar Ar. Rishi Vora, Ar. Shivani Mehta, Ar. Yagnik Bathija : : : : : : : : : : : The design intends to guide the user to its desired location through a series of different wall alignments, which creates a sense of belonging through the use of indigenous materials. The three action words 'organize', ' puncture', and 'silent' have influenced the design which incorporates these words through a series of conjunctive volumes and spatial organization of spaces according to their hierarchy. The enclosed volume within the two walls opens up to the central courtyard, which is shared with the Janta darbar and allows the user to break up from the usual monotony of traversing through a single structure. This is in accordance with the nature of the villagers - as we consider their subconscious urge to know each other through the openness of heart. By following the path of the wall, the library resonates with the Janta Darbar, which further frames the whole site into two different experiences - the experience of viewing the entire structure from an outside perspective and experiencing the whole structure through a frame that opens up to the internal courtyard. Previous Next Library - Vachnalay

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Kaankshi Shah Technical Design V Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali , Ar. Tushar Shetty kaankshi19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali , Ar. Tushar Shetty : : : : : : : : : : : The exercise aims to understand the electrical system and its components in building and derive a suitable proposal from the understanding. Along with acoustic needs of the spaces to balance reflection and absorption values to balance out the acoustic standards of the room to function as an apt auditorium. Illuminate

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Mansi Thukrul Environmental Studies IX Ar. Snehal Gaikwad, Ar. Swati Choksi, Ar. Richa Raut manasit17@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : The assignment aims at providing passive design solutions for achieving human comfort and thermally acceptable spaces. The location, climate, topography and all other features were supposed to be assumed and the design was altered according to the climatic conditions. The house typology is considered to be situated in Jodhpur, which has a hot and dry climate. The following aspects were considered while altering the design: Orientation of the building Landscape Positioning of the courtyard Presence of water body Windows and Openings Roof, Cavity Walls and Textures These aspects were then used and interpreted with the help of sketches in order to explain the altered design. Esquee- Application Of Passive Design 3

Previous Next Sheen (Honorable mention) Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Jinay Jain and Zayan Gulzar 15 Minute City VII jinay18@aoamumbai.in , zayang18@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The 15 minutes city is an approach to urban design that aims to improve people's quality of life by creating cities where everything a resident needs can be reached within 15 minutes by foot, bike or public transit. Narrative: The “15-minute city” is an approach to urban design that aims to improve quality of life by creating cities where everything a resident needs can be reached within 15 minutes by foot, bike or public transit. This concept puts an emphasis on careful planning at the neighborhood level, giving each district the features it needs to support a full life – including jobs, food, recreation, green space, housing, medical offices, small businesses and more and most importantly, it’s a proposal that doesn’t require a car. A 15-minute city has affordable, accessible and adaptable housing for households of all sizes and ages. It is easy to get goods and services, healthcare, fresh groceries, and all other amenities. The need for transportation is minimized to a great extent to curb pollution and keep a check on people’s health and wellbeing.

The Healthcare Factory (Winner) Previous Next Email Guide Semester Competition Name Student Name Aditya Rege Heet Shah Jinay Jain Yash Umekar INSDAG Architecture awards 2020 V-VI Ar. Amey Ghosalkar Er. Amodh Luman Ar. Nachiket Kalle adityar14@aoamumbai.in heets18@aoamumbai.in jinay18@aoamumbai.in yashu18@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The aim of the competition was to design a 200 bed Covid hospital which is to be built in 100 days. Narrative: The vision of creating a machine like system which works like a factory to heal the patients is the idea of the project. Rethinking about the healthcare infrastructure is of the utmost need of the time, because of the collapse which India especially Mumbai has seen due to the outbreak of the coronavirus is unimaginable. The idea of creating control over movement and sequences of patients in cooperation with infrastructure development is the need of healthcare architecture. There has to be some initiative which ponders upon the idea of sustaining any kind of pandemic catering to huge amount of patients which can only be achieved through the system of proper control and expansions with a strong backup. Sticking to the basics of factories' process of manufacturing, packaging and delivering; one with this monotonous routine can have a clear idea of connections with no loopholes for any sabotage or out-break. The tree like planning governs an upper hand over the existing rhizomatic planning for better connections and proper safety of care takers. We strongly believe that steel as a material would act as a catalyst in this process of creating fast, simple and a basic design.

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Shanaya Wadia Architectural Representation and Detailing II Ar.Nikita Sharma shanaya20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Rohit Karekar, Ar. Shivani Mehta, Ar. Anisha Mehta, Ar. Ronak Savla, Ar. Nikita Sharma : : : : : : : : : : : ‘Teamwork’ being the core intention of this space, and functions like ‘Organising data’ and ‘Performing tasks’ led to the intent of providing leisure amenities by means of pushing, sliding and shifting dynamic solids within a grid network to reach a common goal. A recreational and leisure space within the labour camps can be accessed by the labourers during their working hours. The labourers, who would still be in the shell of their workplace, would have the opportunity to be creative using the solid - cubes. The user has to then climb through the levels sliding only the number of movable blocks placed on that level. They can configure and organise the blocks to reach the top of this grid network to enjoy the surrounding view or even eat lunch there. Through the graphic, the representation of human interaction with the solids is shown, which is a very important part of this space. Previous Next Cubes