Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Ananya Nayak, Sharayu Vinchurkar, Urja Arte, Isha Padte, Pranjal Tak, Aashtha Chauhan Environmental Studies III Ar. Richa Raut aashtha20@aoamumbai.in , pranjalt20@aoamumbai.in , sharayu20@aoamumbai.in , ishap20@aoamumbai.in , ananyan20@aoamumbai.in , urjaa20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : Mongolia is a vast, landlocked country, between Russia and China. Its continental climate is one of the world’s most extreme: extremely cold winters, hot summers, high winds and mostly blue skies. Almost a third of Mongolians are still nomads who herd sheep, horses, yaks, camels, goats. They live in circular houses known as yurts. Over the years yurts have been able to sustain the harsh climate of Mongolia due to its structural design and materiality. These structures are excellent for these tribes because they keep shifting during winters. The wooden framework makes it convenient to transport , dismantle and reinstall easily. The organization and furnishings of the interior space mirrors the family's roles and spiritual concepts. Herders were excellent astronomers who used the sun's position in the crown of the yurt as a sundial. Even their structures responded to the cardinal directions where the doorways always faced south, also improving passive heat gain throughout the yurt. Thus this structure adapts well to the climatic conditions in Mongolia and makes it an excellent choice for the migratory herders. Mudhif Architecture - Iraq

Previous Next Semester Ar. Snehal Gaikwad, Ar. Swapna Hankare VI Studio Conductors : : : Expanding cities could further away from the vulnerable communities from development and co-existential living, leading to societal conflicts. The CP focused on addressing the dire needs to assess strategies, plan for climate adaptation policies, empower local communities, and create resilient cities for the near sustainable future. CITIES AND CLIMATE CHANGE

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Tarika Deshpande Technical Design V Ar. Milind Amle tarika19@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. K.V. Parameshwar, Ar. Milind Amle, Ar. Dhara Parekh, Ar. Pranay Bhavsar : : : : : : : : : : : With the aim to incorporate the learnings of Building construction and Services into Design, the project involved the design of a G+1 Clubhouse and its corresponding construction details. From the Design to constructibility, a suitable facade was to be designed using curtain Glazing and Dry Cladding as a hybrid system. Along with it a Canopy was to be incorporated as an entrance gesture to the structure. The same building spaces were used to study and design Basic Services, Electrical Layout of the structure and Acoustical Services of the Auditorium. The designed Clubhouse is a G+1 structure with a ACP metal cladded facade in composition with Unitised Curtain Glazing system. Entrance to the structure is a large steel frame glass canopy as a welcome gesture. Spaces are designed taking in consideration the equitable lighting and acoustics required. The learnings of the Structure and Services is applied on the project, whilst researching and innovating newer methods to do the same. Club House for a Residential Complex 5

Previous Next Semester Ar. Richa Raut, Ar. Rohit Karekar V, VII Studio Conductors : : : Islamic art is expressed from everyday objects to architecture. Consisting of varied geometries, the study aimed to decode the patterns through the commonly used girih method. The intent was to understand the geometry in design through which the pattern is reckoned to emerge organically. Through digital exploration, the study focused on understanding and decoding the complex geometries of decagonal patterns in Mughal architecture and understanding the evolution of the Islamic geometry, its history and cosmology. MUGHAL DECAGONAL GEOMETRIC PATTERN

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Krish Mewawala, Vedhika Shirapure, Iqra Shaikh, Prathamesh Nimbalkar, Madhura Karad, Khushi Jajoo Allied Design - Urban design VI Ar. Amey Ghosalkar, Ar. Nitesh Avhad, Ar. Harshad Bhatia krishm18@aoamumbai.in , vedika18@aoamumbai.in , iqras18@aoamumbai.in , prathameshn18@aoamumbai.in , madhurak17@aoamumbai.in , khushi18@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Amey Ghosalkar, Ar. Nitesh Avhad, Ar. Harshad Bhatia : : : : : : : : : : : - Shivaji Park

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Varada Avachat, Hrithika Chandramouli, Karishma Hathiram, Yash Joshi, Kedar Parmal, Anushka Satpalkar, Shreya Tengle Allied Design - Urban design VI Ar. Amey Ghosalkar, Ar. Nitesh Avhad, Ar. Harshad Bhatia varada18@aoamumbai.in , hrithikac18@aoamumbai.in , karishma18@aoamumbai.in , yash18@aoamumbai.in , anushkas18@aoamumbai.in , shreyat18@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Amey Ghosalkar, Ar. Nitesh Avhad, Ar. Harshad Bhatia : : : : : : : : : : : - Gateway Of India

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Neha Jayasanker, Siddhi Shinde, Viresh A Desai, Isha Patil Architectural Theory IV Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Yagnik Bhatija neha19@aoamumbai.in , siddhi19@aoamumbai.in , viresh@aoamumbai.in ishap19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : : In this task, We were exposed to manifestos written by pioneering architects which set the ground on how one conceives and stimulates their ideals and introduces a new order. We chose the manifesto, “Five points of new architecture” by Le Corbusier to understand how a manifesto is written and shared with the public. Post various discussions and combine our critique as a group on the above we reflected, and stated our aspirations by penning down our own beliefs for a resilient future! The manifesto was to be presented as a written document stating the demands and declaration supported by a visual in any medium. Our manifesto, Provocative architecture highlights and discusses the futuristic idea of how architecture itself can become an expression to provoke its surroundings. We questioned why a building is only identified by its aesthetics and use, why not more? The video forms a visual representation of our manifesto and attempts to trigger the idea to provoke the designers to use the opportunity bestowed to them to focus on the true value for the society through their designs. Provocative Architecture

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Yusra Zahoor Architectural Representation and Detailing III Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad yusraz20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad : : : : : : : : : : : We began by using the architectural outcomes of our previous AD studio. After being assigned architect Enric Miralles, I chose one of his drawings and analyzed it. It was the floor plan of one of his apartments in Spain. I tried to understand the fundamentals of the drawing. The plan was made layer by layer on tracing sheets and, I followed the same steps to create my floor plan. I separated the drawing elements and combined them to form one complete drawing. The process of deconstructing a drawing made me look at various elements and the appropriate method of representation for the same. The outcome was the same floorplan that I began with but in Enric Miralles’s language. Previous Next Drawing In Conversation 3

Building a movie out of a building (Top 32) Previous Next Email Guide Semester Competition Name Student Name Kaankshi Shah ACARA Rookies 2021-22 IV Ar. Amey Ghosalkar kaankshi19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The theme for the competition is Contextual Design: Creating Space, Re-interpreting Tradition Narrative: A practice and a medium to convey human experiences – cinema and architecture engages with parameters of spaces – frame, movement – scene and events, time – duration and time frames, that is the expression of cinema. Cinema effectively translates spatial cues to evoke emotions to the viewer. Thereby, the process of storytelling brings out the semblance. This is a juxtaposition of space that happens within it, the movement of bodies through it and program brings it alive in an existing immediate environment. This is to bring about the perception and experience of space (physical space) with inherent knowledge, contextual acclamation, memories and mental psyche (mental space). A fusion of our mental spaces and physical spaces constitute the living spaces. The context acts as a backdrop (setting) to enhance the mood and as metaphorical representation playing an active role. The spatial and contextual memories attached which assist to manipulate and evoke feelings of surprise and attachment. Focalization of character aids to develop unique trajectories and narrative for individuals bringing about the collective narratives and memories of a larger crowd related directly or indirectly in the surrounding. Arrangement of events (movement about spaces) satisfies the cognitive based emotions, which governs the perception and understanding of the space. The key use of visuals (frames) of the context to unfold the story which approaches the event as a time frame by slowing it down or pacing it up. The approach to perceive the story, the sensorial typology and space typology would be blended to highlight the ecosystem and the character - the actor at the embankment of his profession. Thereby, a 3 act structure is decoded in which act 1, sets up the world (site development – immediate context) and character (users). Act 2, raises the stakes to achieve, escalating the conflict (differences in experiences) and conflicts as second thoughts (re – interpreting interactions and experiences in the space as an impact of the context). Act 3 resolves the story, achievement/ failure, leaving an impact (glimpse of the structure/ space and its identity in the context) and enabling chance interactions – climax.

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Muskan Ranwaka Design Dissertation IX Ar. Mythili Kowshik Shetty muskanr17@aoamumbai.in Issuu Link Ar. Milind Amle, Ar. Swati Chokshi, Ar. Rajratna Jadhav, Ar. Snehal Gaikwad, Ar. Swapna Hankare, Ar. Richa Raut,Ar, Yagnik Bathija, Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Porus Master, Ar. Rahul Manohar, Ar. Sanjay Mehta : : : : : : : : : : : https://issuu.com/aoa_confluence_2022/docs/muskaanranwaka_dd_book : Studio Conductors : : : Architecture represents the symbiotic relationship between earth, man and the Sky. The architecture engages with the sky bringing the astronomical cent or symbols to the ground. The relationship would create a unique assignment where the vertical place interacts with the horizontal one. India's space programme has grown rapidly in recent decades, owing largely to the country's growing economic power and influence. In the coming years, India intends to become the fourth power to send astronauts to space, as well as to explore other celestial bodies with orbiters, rovers, and lenders, and eventually to send humans to do the same. This exponential growth in the field of astronomy has led to a setback in the astronomical education in the country and resulted in the lack of involvement of the public and lay man. This provides a unique opportunity to strengthen the latter. Astronomy and architecture have been in close contact for thousands of years, and we now know that in ancient times, many people tailored their buildings to specific astronomical alignments, following and analyzing the movements of the Sun and stars. There is a need to raise awareness about astronomy, as well as to provide interactive and open observation spaces for hands-on experiences. This research focuses on making astronomical research accessible and available to the public, as well as allowing for practical exploration through architecture. VISTARA – a study of India’s space research education and ISRO

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Chinmayee Ahirrao, Saumya Baheti, Shruti Belekar, Pranav Chaubal, Ankit Gaikwad, Chandraneil Kumbhare, Tanaya, Nadkarni, Aditi Naik, Mansi Parmar, Muskan Ranwaka, Siddhanti Shende, Harshada Warrier Allied Design - Urban design IX Ar. Sahil Kanekar chinmayeea17@aoamumbai.in , saumyab17@aoamumbai.in , shrutib17@aoamumbai.in , pranavc17@aoamumbai.in , ankitg17@aoamumbai.in , chandraneilk17@aoamumbai.in , tanayan17@aoamumbai.in , mansip17@aoamumbai.in , muskanr17@aoamumbai.in , siddhantis17@aoamumbai.in , harshadaw17@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Shekoba Sanap Ar. Sahil Kanekar Ar. Kokila Deshpande Ar. Richa Raut Ar. Omkar Nandlaskar : : : : : : : : : : : Behind the mask of Urban development are hidden the growing concerns that stem from this urbanization. The Mithi river of Mumbai, that flows from the BKC-Dharavi region, is the most recent victim of this urbanization. This 18 Km long river is the dividing line between the unequal densities of commercial and residential fabrics. For generations, communities and occupations were thriving at the banks of the Mithi river but since the early 1980s, the nature of the river has taken a turn for the worse. Over the transects, multiple solutions have been provided to ease the difficulties of the river and the communities that dwell around it. The interventions in the targeted areas have been designed in a way that : 1. Help the river to swell 2. Add green spaces to the otherwise dull land-water edge 3. Defines the land-water edge and not allow the slum to spillover in the river. 4. Sensitizing the communities so that they keep the river clean. Over 350 years, the Mithi river has been a prey to our reckless treatment of natural resources. The river suffers, not alone and the outcome of this suffering can be seen in the vicinity of the river. This research and the associated proposals highlight the need to provide a breathing space for the river. The Future is NOW. Symbiosis, A Study Of The Mithi’s Edges

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Devayani Amte Architectural Design Studio II Ar. Saurabh Mhatre devayania20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Saurabh mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada shintre, Ar. Joel Roy, Ar. Amey mhatre : : : : : : : : : : : In this exercise a list of pavilions around the world were studied. Among the listed ones was the Serpentine Gallery Pavilion 2019, built by a Japanese architect Junya Ishigami in London. The serpentine gallery commissions architects to design a temporary pavilion for their gallery grounds and is considered one of the exciting projects. is built. The pavilion was analyzed through all aspects based on its structural framework, function, and the special use of certain materials like slate, the architect’s intention of creating architecture that still seemed to be a part of the existing nature. The research was then followed by the drafting of the plans, elevations, sections, joinery details which helped to understand the structure better. Previous Next Understanding Architecture: Pavilion 3