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Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Simran Khaitan Environmental Studies III Ar. Prerna Thakar simrank20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : The light and shadow for the models show the city of Kolkata in a hypothetical setting to show it will work. Most of the structures here are oriented in the E-W direction. The models are made in a 1:100 scale. It shows, how different times of the day, change the nature of light coming in through the openings. Shading Patterns

Previous Next Academy's Recess - Unwind Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Jeel Patel Ojaswi Chauthaiwale DAC - Academy's Recess - Rethinking Amphitheatre Area VIII jeelp17@aoamumbai.in ojaswic17@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: CONCEPT Amidst the everyday hustle of the academy, the one thing that is constant is the need for a break. The design of the amphitheatre revolves around the idea of creating niches of refreshment for the students. In the current scenario, the amphitheatre is under-utilized as it is not a part of the regular movement path. The design concept aims to provide a distraction from everyday stress by making the amphitheatre a point of social attraction. DESIGN The design creates spaces that cater to individuals as well as larger groups. The space as a whole is free for creative interactions and supports various activities. The waste containers and pipes provide a unique twist to the music corner. The exercise corner promotes a healthy way of relaxation. The free flowing curvilinear frame segregates these spaces but at the same time ties these corners together to provide porosity. The central arena encourages social interaction and public gathering activities. This combined with the cultural events and activities would make the amphitheatre an integral part of an academite's life.

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Shruti Sahasrabudhe, Twisha Gandhi Allied Design - Urban Design IX Ar. Shripad Bhalerao shrutis17@aoamumbai.in , twishag17@aoamumbai.in , Studio Conductors Ar. Harshad Bhatia, Ar. Tushar Shetty, Ar. Amey Ghosalkar : : : : : : : : : : : Crises create opportunities. But in the case of the port of Beirut; time is of the essence. Continuing from the ruins and adding value to the place. The main idea of this project was to create a long-span structure that responds to the context of Beirut, the tragic explosion that occurred in 2020. The master planning started with a focal point , that is the silos ruins and expanded with the principles of user centric design. While developing the planning, a major component was the design of informal public spaces . Making sure the privacy of the port is not hindered , at the same time making the port more accessible as a leisure space. The aim was to develop the site as an active space. Masterplan for the port

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 Hero Bike Showroom Email Semester Competition Name Student Name Kimaya Churi, Nidhi Khot,Abhishek Suryavanshi Hero Motocorp Bikeshowroom Design V nidhik19@aoamumbai.in abhisheks19@aoamumbai.in | kimaya19@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : Competition Brief: The aim of the competition was to design a bike showroom for Hero Moto Corp. Narrative: Starting our research by showrooms, we analyzed spaces planned and requirements for each space. The site proposed is located in an urban context consisting of a Hero Moto Corp service showroom, which catered to the extra space required for the service area. The process started with form development, a basic cuboidal form with the addition of a mezzanine floor, which gave an overhang to the front glass facade which protected interiors from the extreme harsh sun. Also, a rectangular plan allows less negative spaces and more space utilization. The zoning of spaces is done ensuring optimal use of built space and catering to the user traffic. Considering road junctions in the urban context, the front and west side facades are provided with a glass glazing wall. This provides visual access to the pedestrians, thus captivating customers and increasing footfall. A newly launched model is displayed on a circular podium opposite the entrance. A band of red stripes, meandering about the floor gives a sense of flow. A sense of unification between the interiors is observed through the element of stripes. The light element provides a bold backdrop to the display models. The entire space was planned to satisfy every user's requirements, thus maintaining the user and space engagement.

Previous Next Email Studio Conductors Semester Subject Student Name Anushka Joshi, Aishwarya Joshi, Rucha Joshi Foundation studio I Ar. Neha Panchal, Ar. Yagnik Bhatija, Ar. Mythili Shetty, Ar. Parnavi, Ar. Devayani Deshmukh rucha20@aoamumbai.in : : : : : : : : : Ball game' was an exercise where we studied the anthropometry behind playing shot put. We did a detailed study of the relation of the ball with a human body. We did a thorough research about the material of the ball and the field and how it affects play. We talked to shot put players to know more about the different types of shots and the physics behind them. We even studied other aspects of the game such as history, manufacturing, diet, etc. During our study we established and understood the relation between our body and its reaction to materials and form. Shotput

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.

Previous Next Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Ritika Mehta, Trisha Raote, Niharika Bhagwat Allied Design - Urban Design IX Ar. Nitesh Avhad rithikam17@aoamumbai.in , trishar17@aoamumbai.in , niharikab17@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar. Harshad Bhatia, Ar. Tushar Shetty, Ar. Amey Ghosalkar : : : : : : : : : : : The port can be divided into two categories; the working port and the passenger port. The working port primarily consists of technical functions with specified efficiencies, excluding a few administrative buildings. The passenger zone on the other hand can have a public scope, place-making qualities and an opportunity to contribute positively to the city’s situation. We would like to incorporate elements from their lost heritage style, create spaces that pay homage to the lost lives, and a memorial for the explosion. The idea is to incorporate a cultural platform that uses the deformed inland area without flattening it. This aims at showing resilience for the locals, giving them a place to perform and display their art and also allow for periodic fests, which would bring in further tourism, foreign investments and sponsorships. We wish to respond to the economic and social issues of the city through the port at 3 broad levels. One, the public participatory platform will give the locals a place to display, market and monetize their art or skills. Two, the port will aim at reusing as much material as possible from the blast, reducing construction costs, it will also manage its waste and energy in a manner that allows it to be self-sufficient. Three, it will use the public platform as a tool to attract foreign investments, and the passenger terminal will be designed to enhance tourism. Rejuvenating Beirut

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

Email Guide Semester Subject Student Name Durwakshi Bhoir Architectural Design I Ar.Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar. Joel Roy durwakshi20@aoamumbai.in Studio Conductors Ar.Saurabh Mhatre, Ar. Juhi Prasad, Ar. Harshada Shintre, Ar. Amey Mhatre, Ar. Joel Roy : : : : : : : : : : : Human perception has always made a difference in looking at a particular thing in many different ways. The given exercise aims at studying various aspects of physical and visual boundaries and their organisation. These features are mapped in drawings that portray the limits of permeance, strength, volume, height, direction, safety, and orientation. The perspective view indicated the depth and the distance in space. Various methods, like hatching and stippling, were used to differentiate the areas through textures. The nature of the drawings was more line work and monochrome as a reference from the work of David Lemm. These visual boundaries were tangible and intangible and were perceived for their character, construct, materiality and function. This resulted in an understanding of the basic constructs of space and its relationship with user choreography. Previous Next The Intangibilities

Ashray: The Molecular Haven (Top 16) Previous Next Email Guide Semester Competition Name Student Name Krish Mewawala Sanyukta Raul Ritika Mehta Varada Avachat INSDAG Architecture awards 2020 V-VI, VII-VIII Ar. Venkat Ashok Ar. Sulakshana Bhanushali Ar. Harshada Shintre Ar. Juhi Prasad Dr. Bachi Hathiram (external) krishm18@aoamumbai.in sanyuktar18@aoamumbai.in ritikam17@aoamumbai.in varadaa18@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: 'Ashray', a haven of modular molecules, is a Covid-19 hospital that has been planned by identifying the different user groups and segregating them into categories so as to provide maximum efficiency of functioning and comfort and safety to the users. The hospital has been designed such that it is flexible and the wards can be interconvertible so as to suit the influx of patients. The Covid ICU block, the General Covid block and the Non - Covid General block have been separated so as to balance the circulation and movement of various types of users and patients. The hospital has been also planned so as to provide scope for expansion in the future, and to also permit the conversion into a regular hospital. Steel has been used to permit modularity so as to ease the manufacturing and construction process, and enable the hospital to be constructed within 100 days, which is extremely essential in these times of dire need.