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PROJECTS_2007-2011DHWANI SHAHBALWANT SHETH SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

YEAR2007 * interlocking * connection * linear * module *

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YEAR2008 * networking * connection * continuous * linkage *

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The study was on the growth pattern of the rhizome root in bamboo plantations . These roots grow horizontally and vertically interlocking with one another forming one composite system . Cubodial frames of varying size were aggregated to analyze the interlocking system.The frames on the site is arranged in continuous link form ,growing out into the void .Surfaces were introduced in accordance to the function of the exhibiting space.

DESIGN FACULTY

YEAR2008 * exhibiting surfaces * interlocking system * network * linkage *

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PROJECT- RHIZOMEThe study was on the growth pattern of the rhizome root in bamboo plantations. These roots grow horizontally and vertically, interlocking with one another forming a composite system. Cuboidal frames of varying sizes were aggregated to analyse the interlocking system. The frames were arranged on the site in a continuous link form, growing out into the void. The arrangement of the frames was according to the function of the space.Surfaces were introduced in the frames in accordance to the function of the exhibiting spaces. The surfaces follow the system of the frames with a point or an edge continuity.

YEAR2010

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Leymen,franceDate of completion-96-98Usage -residentialClimate - cold temperateArea - 260m2

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VERNACULAR :evolution of architecture over time to reflect the environmental,cultural and historic content in which it exists

students dorm in chieticreating depth through perspective. Grand Staircase

Piano nobile

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Villa Rotonda Villa PisaniVilla Chiericati

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axonometric views

YEAR2010 * asymmetry * porous * light * complex * curvilinear *

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Casa rudin house by HERZOG DE MEURON ,the house seems to prefer a contemplative and non-direct relationship with the surrounding environment. The concept of design is based upon contradicting the rudin house in terms of symmetry, circulation, materials .The exterior of the facade is made up of straw bale which gives the buildtform the quality of lightness and straw bale as a materialis porous which allows soft light quality in the interior .the interiors contradict the rudin house section ,here it is complex any curvilinear.

the change in symmetry

comparing concrete(heavy)with straw bale(light,porus)

the house is raised above the ground while the extension lay on the ground

various possibility of extension

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YEAR2009 * interconnection * merging * mass and void * fluid * nature *

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MERGING AND INTERCONNECTION The design is based on he concept of merging and interconnecting with nature ie through trees and light the program given was to design a monastery which has both public and private spaces . The form was based according to program , the monks cloister being a rigid geometry and the public and semipublic fluid geometry which merge with the nature .The monk cloister voids are created to incorporate the trees and bring in light .While walking to the structure there is constant connection with nature ie trees

?mass and void creation on the terrain results in connection ?existing trees on the site in relation with the

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YEAR2010 * transformation * activities *dynamic * network *

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The initial idea was to study how the street and the activity are connected on the basis of time period . The street ,the density of the people, the internal spaces transform according to time. Physical elements over time, weather to reveal the internal systems making it vulnerable for change. So studying all this instances the idea is to create transformable space which changes according to the usability and the time for some instances.the systems work with the grid taking it as the geometry.the program for the design is to rehabilitate the original program; the additional program is the expo where the jewellers can display their work which help them in advertising their product .the design consists of movable partition which allows to change the space .Whenever required according to the use. The transformable system carves into the building creating various spaces at different intervals of time.

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YEAR2011 * spanning cover * suspension * recycled * distortion-modules *components *

The material [corrugated boxboard] provided initial cues in deciding the installations specifications. It is a direct choice of the context of the city[mumbai] - ‘value addition’ and ‘regenerative usage’. It is modular, structurally self-sufficient and works on geometric principles of the diagonal and the rhombus. A modular-system aids in creating a base which can be modified in accordance with the site conditions - tree-covers, spans and spatial gestures. Generically implied, each pod is like an inhabitant within a larger entity and aims to fit in with its surroundings to create the entity in its entirety - distorted, free-determined, coherent and dependent. A modular system with defined constraints of the site[kala ghoda amphitheter] and the city tries to capture the various forces that define the site and the city. Metaphorically, each packaging box module represents a Mumbaikar; their distortion similar to an individuals state of mind; and each Mumbaikar connected by a string of circumstances. The canopy overall depicts the city of Mumbai, denser at the places it can thrive and sparser at others.

CanopyBSSA InstallationAmphitheater, Kala Ghoda

components joined at one of the faces, forming a row here

transformation of the packagingmaterial into a pod

process models and production images

components varied in distortion to formvarying profiles

site plan diagrams

massing based on branching

density rings based on tree cover

canopy at the amphitheatre

YEAR2011 * markets * waterfront * la rambla * gaudi * old town *

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CCCB : one of the most visited exhibition and art centre in the city.Placa Reial : square in the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona and constitutes a well-known touristic attraction, especially at night.Caixa Forum : is a museum showcasing exhibitions of ancient, modern and contemporary art. MACBA : is a museum of contemporary art consisting of workshops, publications and conference spaces.Placa Espanya : prominent square, a major transportation hubBarcelona Pavillion : designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe, an example of modern architecture made of materials such as marble and travertine.

YEAR2010 * porosity * mangroves * interface * vantages *

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SITE- VASHI MANGROVES: The landscape provides porosity and acts as a buffer or a “barrier” by not allowing excess water. Also, the lush green extent and water body around is a perfect spot for migratory birds Site Response-The main aim of the installation therefore, is to attract and alert people. The basic program thus is bird watching and a relaxation space to rejuvenate with the vibrations of the natural habitat. Instillation-Vantage to the natural habitat is provided by series of planes that acts as the transition from land to water. The instillation constantly relates to the land, water and the fringe involved (mangroves). The secondary function is also to provide vantage to Koli community devotees, and parking of fishing boats, thus involving the local community in an active way.

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InsertThe installation interacts with the marine and the aero-species, quite literally, without actually harming the site.

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elephants stableguards quarters’

practice grounds

elevation of the central domecourtyard plansite plan

roof plan

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explodedaxonometric development of form circle on square

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horizontal wooden members to shade

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sectional isometricinner column detail outer column detail

internal courtyard perspective

bricks used along with granite stone

niches above internal arches

YEAR2008 * ancient city * ‘monument’ study * religion-royalty edifice * temple complex *

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beginning of nagara style beginning of dravidian style

final stage of nagara stylefinal stage of dravidian style

procession of nagarastyle shikharas

procession of dravidianstyle shikharas

aedicules emerging centrifugally embeddedaedicules

smaller aedicules becoming a part of the bigger one

temple evolution

growth of temple gopuram development

evolution of nandi shrinenine x nine square

YEAR2008 * ancient city * ‘monument’ study * religion-royalty edifice * temple complex *

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