Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Krishna Khurusane Technical Design V Ar. Dhara Parekh krishnak19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. K.V. Parameshwar, Ar. Milind Amle, Ar. Dhara Parekh, Ar. Pranay Bhavsar : : : : : : : : : : : The portfolio looks at the translation of the learnings from Building construction and Building services studios of the semester ,covering the topics of Cladding systems, Glazing systems, Canopy design, Electrical services, and Acoustic services, into the detailing of a G+1 structure of a clubhouse. The designed structure is a RCC built covered in a composition of a dry stone cladding juxtaposed with a specially designed unitised glazing system incorporating pre-fab tessalated aluminium-glass panels. The fixing detail here explores use of interlocking mechanism using specially designed aluminium sections and MS brackets. Further the canopy continues the use of these tessalated panels and protrudes out as a part of the glazing itself. It is supported using steel beams and tension cables. The electrical and acoustical details are designed keeping in mind the ease of execution. Club House for a Residential Complex 4

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Manan Hingoo Design Dissertation IX Ar. Nachiket Kalle mananh17@aoamumbai.in Issuu Link Ar. Rohit Shinkre, Ar. Shripad Bhalerao, Ar. Yashwant Pitkar, Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali, Ar. Nachiket Kalle, Ar. Shruti Barve, Ar. Akbar Biviji, Ar. Harshada Bapat Shintre : : : : : : : : : : : https://issuu.com/aoa_confluence_2022/docs/ddbook_manankinjalhingoo_ : Studio Conductors : : : Since the beginning, geometric order and chaos have coexisted in architectural and urban constructions. These patterns together form a complex organisation that can be seen in the natural world. The geometric order helps in establishing a sense of harmony and monumentality whereas chaos breathes new life into the architectural space and adds a unique depth to it. When chaos is removed from an architectural arrangement, the composition becomes monotonous and when there is no geometric rule applied, the composition becomes illegible. Therefore, a balance between the two is necessary in order to appreciate the architectural space quality. There exists different patterns of order and chaos which aids in the functioning of the complex environment. They exist together in architecture and can be studied by understanding the concept of modular architecture. At a micro scale, modules can be seen as an assembly of both : order and chaos in a controlled environment. Modular architecture is seen as a way forward for the current construction scenario. Rapid urbanisation and industrialisation has lead to the constantly changing needs of the users. In today’s environment, quality of life plays the most important role in order to sustain oneself and this can be improved by providing the user the maximum flexibility to reconfigure their spatial needs. Modular architecture is considered to be rigid and in simple order. This takes the idea of freedom from the user. Therefore, reducing the flexibility of both the space and module. To advance with the world, the architecture needs to adapt to the circumstances and user’s needs. Using and finding a methodology that can help to include the fourth dimension time in our architecture designs which can cater to the uncontrollable chaos. Analysis of simple & complex ordering in the built environment

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Miriam Thomas Technical Design III Ar. Sulakshana Bhanusali miriamt20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, , Ar. Amey Ghosalkar,, Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali,, Ar. Nachiket Kalle, Ar. Nitesh Avadh : : : : : : : : : : : Through this exercise, we tried to understand the space, layout, and area required in order to facilitate different functions and activities in space. We looked at our existing kitchen and the problems we face in using them then tried to redesign the same space by improving its layout, understanding the plumbing and air vent details, working triangle and overall aesthetics Gormet Kitchen

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Tasneem Vali Adwait Ambekar Devyani Parale Hetika Vani Isha Keni Pranay Kutal Pratima Wagh Riddhi Deshmukh Anushri Patil Megha Bhosale Architectural Building Services III Ar. Richa Raut, Ar. Kanak Kashyap, Ar. Minal Gujjar tasneem20@aoamumbai.in , adwait20@aoamumbai.in , devyani20@aoamumbai.in , riddhi20@aoamumbai.in , isha20@aoamumbai.in , hetika20@aoamumbai.in , pranay20@aoamumbai.in , pratimaw20@aoamumbai.in , anushri20@aoamumbai.in , meghab20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : The exercise was to understand the traditional toilet system of a particular climatic zone. Our group was assigned to study the traditional toilet system of Uttar Pradesh, which comes under a composite climate zone. To achieve this, we analyzed the typical house layout of Varanasi. Its prominent feature is that the toilets, made of lakhori bricks and surkhi lime, are placed in the courtyard to provide a space for ventilation. The modern drainage method, Evapotranspiration toilets, was briefly addressed in our study. In this method, no human intervention is required to clean the tank. The poster further highlights the problems faced by the locals and the solutions they devised. Study Of Traditional Toilets In The Region Of Uttar Pradesh

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Ved Joshi, Anushree Harmalkar, Rucha Pagare, Hetika Vani, Ganesh Rathi, Sameep Kamble Environmental Studies III Ar. Richa Raut ved20@aoamumbai.in , anushreeh20@aoamumbai.in , ruchap20@aoamumbai.in , hetika20@aoamumbai.in , ganesh20@aoamumbai.in , sameep20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : Vernacular Architecture in simpler terms is the local construction which uses materials and resources from the area where the building is located. Kath kuni is a local and ancient building practice which has survived in the foothills of Himalayas for Centuries. The main materials used are locally available stone and wood. The word kath kuni is derived from Sanskrit Kasht and Kuni which implies wood in the corners. It is characterized by interlocking wood and stone which is topped with slate roof which helps to hold the roof in place. Many of the structures along the foothills of himalayas are built using this technique and are centuries old surviving all types of seismic and climatic forces. A typical Kathkuni house is two to three storey but can reach up to 7 storey high. Walls are doubled skinned and made of alternate layers of stone and wood. The thick walls help in maintaining the temperature and thus making it suitable for living. The Yurt

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Cherie D'Souza Architectural Design Studio I Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar.Joel Roy, Miss. Teja Gavankar cheried20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar.Joel Roy, Miss. Teja Gavankar : : : : : : : : : : : The exercise involved studying the relationship between the human body and its movement in space. That is understanding how space shapes our movement and how movement, in turn, affects space. The Renaissance painting here is of St. Augustine, which was recreated to record the movement of the body in space. This was further analyzed through a set of technical drawings, which helped understand the anthropometry of the human body. The angle of vision at which the person in the painting is viewing, the required distance of the body from the table, and standard measurements of the furniture around it with respect to the movement of the body were studied and recorded. Further, these body postures were perceived as an interaction with the cityscape in the modern-day era. Scenarios like a doctor in his cabin, a watchman seated by the gate, a commuter waiting for the train, a person by the balcony enjoying a cup of tea, a student working on the laptop, or a person taking shelter from the rain were some examples. The drawings of Philip Steadman were used as a reference to create these drawings. Previous Next Body And Movement In Space 1

Previous Next Kattan Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Manasa Ravikumar, Krishna Khurusane, Harsh Tank, Viresh Desai Kaira Looro IV manasar19@aoamumbai.in ; krishnak19@aoamumbai.in ; harsht19@aoamumbai.in ; viresh@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: Kaira Looro aims to discover new talents and to discover sustainable architecture models for humanitarian purpose to improve life conditions in developing countries. Narrative: The objective of the competition was the creation of a “Women’s House” within a symbolic and environmentally friendly structure that would be inspired by local traditions. A space in which women will be able to discuss the topics of equality and human rights, guaranteeing involvement and emancipation of the female community in favor of the region’s social, economic, and political development. Opportunities build strength. Opportunities for all imbibe equality. KATTAN meaning ‘strength’, aspires to be a space that becomes a transparent, seamless, and flexible platform for women to participate and strengthen. And strives to imbibe a sense of freedom and safety in the Women of Senegal and inculcate their political identity in the village. The house is an expression that becomes a platform that creates an image of the power the women hold, through the work they do at the “Women’s house”. The open plan and play of levels and spaces will encourage interactive and collaborative thinking. Built with completely regional and sustainable materials, the space can be constructed by the women themselves, an edifice that they constructed would become a vibrant fort marking their political identity in the region, where they would educate, collaborate, and strengthen!

The navel of Latin American Civilization (Top 20) Previous Next Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Laxaree Sawant ,Nidhi knot Archiol History Of Architecture V nidhik19@aoamumbai.in , laxaree19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: Archiol history of architecture is a competition looking for presentation board and essay submission on any periods from the history of architecture evolved with civilization. Narrative: We aimed at studying a civilization that wasn't a part of our academic curriculum. We discovered the Inca and its various cultural beliefs and how it influenced the architecture of that era and eventually the people’s lifestyle. The well-known historical sites like the Machu Picchu to the humble golden temple of "Qorikancha" are a part of this civilization. We tried to narrate the story of a civilization glorious in its unblemished form, suppressed to the shackles of colonialism.

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Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Jayraj Mistry Architectural Design IV Ar. Amit Jain jayraj19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Nachiket Kalle, Ar. Amey Ghosalkar , Ar. Amit Jain, Ar. Rishi Vora, Ar. Mehul Sanghvi : : : : : : : : : : : The rising star project aims at creating the bonds and connections between the people , which is lost and can be reflected in the town planning. The central open space thus connects the different classes of the society under one roof to increase the interaction and create new experiences for the upcoming new actors by reviewing their daily life experiences . Thus this space informally becomes a huge canvas for the upcoming actors to see , to think , to improve themselves and become a person of experience in an informal way . Along the way , it also creates a series of interactive landscape elements and various gathering points on the entire site and the most important the play of shadows creating the timeline of different activities being captured into the space which shows the ever changing nature of the activities . Previous Next Bridging the gap

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Priyal Vasaiwala Environmental Studies IX Ar. Snehal Gaikwad, Ar. Swati Choksi, Ar. Richa Raut priyalv17@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : The assignment was aimed at understanding Passive Design Solutions for various climatic conditions across India. The selection of the location, climate zone, topography and other features was left open for students to be done individually. An independent house typology was given to the class which was to be altered providing passive design strategies based on the selected criterias. The following aspects were considered for a site in New Delhi with composite climate - - Climate (Temp, Humidity, Radiation, etc.) - Design (orientation, Window openings - sizes, types, placement, walls, roof, etc.) - Building Use & Functions (Daytime nighttime, heat gains/loss, air exchanges, etc.) - Materials (Local/Sourced, Specifications - density, conductivity, etc.) The above listed considerations were then reflected schematically through sketches of the altered plan and sections of the house. Esquee- Application Of Passive Design 2

Previous Next A Coffee Bean (Editor's Choice Award) Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Kartika Pinjarkar, Harshwardhan Shirpurkar Uni Terra Terra V kartikap19@aoamumbai.in harshwardhan19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The aim of the Competition is to design a pavillion with the help of the compuatational design softwares. Narrative: The Coffee Bean Pavilion - takes its inspiration from a simple coffee bean to generate a surge of emotions in the user. The major driving concepts of the coffee pavilion were to establish a connection with the user while achieving a sustainable design that could be achieved parametrically which would, in turn, allow for efficient modular replication. The simplicity of the design and repetition of the units makes it possible to have an easy, efficient and fast construction enabling it to be modular and made at different sites. The site chosen is the rooftop of ‘The Heights Building’ located in the USA. The skin is made out of terracotta and the skeletal framework of horizontal and vertical reinforcement bars are made out of steel. These tiles can be rotated along the rod allowing user engagement with the pavilion. The aim was to achieve lesser sunlight infiltration from the top and more cross ventilation thus, resulting in the lower panels having a bigger cavity/hole and a gradually decreasing size of the cavity as it goes to the top. In all, the pavilion acts as a visually attractive meeting point to a variety of users that provokes connectivity and social engagement.