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QUALIFICATION

Design Engineer @ Raje Structural

Consultants [July 2014-October 2014]

Resident Design Engineer @ Eversendai

Construction Pvt.Ltd [November 2014-

Present]

Graduate of Department Of Civil Engineering, Anna University, April 2014.

A Little Something About Me . . . .

WORK EXPERIENCE

I aspire my spatial design to be

aesthetically appealing for its simplicity.

I want to develop a system within

myself which would enable me to

choose appropriate material for

optimum design. By working under an

Architect I believe I can enhance my

already existing skills and make use of

my potential completely.

An ardent admirer of Art I have constantly viewed the world from an Architect’s point of view. A wanderlust by nature I have traveled across the map of India. I owe my inspiration for Architecture to these many enthralling journeys.

AISHWARYA KUMAR

Flowers . … ^_^

Telephone : +91-9867697392 Electronic mail: [email protected]

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE : GOOGLE SKETCHUP AUTOCAD ETABS 9.7,9.5,13 STAAD Pro

CONCEPTION

Voila`

The square frame forms the

main element of the design.

Two parameters are altered :

Length of frame and angle of

rotation.

Waiting to be painted . . .

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY

AISHWARYA KUMAR

June 2013

After nailing the frames together a layer of putty is flushed on the surface of the wood, thus enabling the paint to adhere with the surface. Fabricated in Anna University

mechanical workshop

•Frame painted with base color.

•Uneven surface smoothen using sand paper

Parametric Red

NASCENCE

PARAMETRIC MODEL IN WOOD

After 2 days

of drying base

paint, the

surface is

painted in

RED.

The concept of parametric modeling can be applied in many designs like pavilion, walk-way for pedestrian, table, façade, almost anything that comes to your mind.

INTERMEDIATE STAGE . . .

PARAMETRIC DESIGN

Application : By placing a glass on top, it could be used as a center table. Or it could just be used as a Wall Hanging.

In my next parametric models I aspire to use ‘Pascal’s Triangle’ and ‘Fibonacci series’ concepts.

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

ASYMMETRICAL SHELF

This is only a prototype. The idea

is to have asymmetrical levels of

horizontal surface-member which

can be thought of as planks in a

wooden shelf or slabs in a highly

mechanized parking space. Such a

system can also be used as a

partition mechanism between

two rooms, without using the

conventional wall which takes

more space.

PROCUREMENT OF MATERIAL

I have selected wood for this project. The

thickness of the plank is 1/2 inches. The

material can be bought at any wood/timber

shop.

SIZE OF SHELF :

WIDTH = 600mm

HEIGHT = 700 mm

FABRICATION AND CUTTING

I used a large cutting machine to cut the wooden plank with sharp edges. The original size of plank was 5mx3m. The asymmetrical shape of the shelf makes it look dramatic.

A SketchUp model showing how this shelf can be used as partition wall.

PAINTING AND FINISHING

The painting of the wooden surface was done in the same way as in the wooden wall hanging. The wooden surface is first smoothen using sand paper. Next a layer of wall putty is put on the surface. This is sanded again. After 3-4 days of drying the surface is painted. Currently the surface is painted in Teal.

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

July 2013

INSPIRATION :

A mural inspired by Jaipur Art, Culture and Architecture.

I painted this bottle after I

backpacked across the Golden

Triangle, India. My stay was mostly

in Jaipur. I was highly motivated by

the paintings on the walls of

monuments and palaces in Jaipur.

And that's when the idea for

painting this bottle was conceived.

Jaipur is also called the Pink City of India, due to the here buildings which are in orange-pink shade. Jaipur is also the capital of Rajasthan. Being the city of Kings and Queens, Jaipur has many palaces. The art and culture of Jaipur is known all over the world. Jaipur is famous for it’s Blue Pottery.

Time taken to finish this project : 4

months

In Progress.. . . .

Development of Ideas...

The bottle represents the different

forms of Architecture and Culture

seen in Jaipur, Agra and New Delhi.

The ornate print on the neck and

bottom of the bottle is highly

inspired by the murals on the walls

of Taj Mahal (Mughal architecture).

The mid portion which exhibits

arched type openings is

quintessentially Rajasthani. Such

intricate work can be seen on the

façade of the many castles and

fortress in Rajasthan. The Hawa

Mahal in Jaipur is a scintillating

example of such work.

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

Before the bottle was painted. . .

May 2013

SOMETHING ABOUT JAIPUR… …

SKETCH-UP MODELS

DINNING AREA

Red is considered to be a sacred color in many cultures. It promotes sociable and lively feelings, and stimulates the

appetite. Hence I have used the color red in the dinning area. The pergola adds a soothing effect to eyes due to the creepers. Indoor plants are put inside to regulate the quality of indoor air. The French-like windows given allow maximum natural light to enter the room.

Below two sketch up models show a concept for society. The glass façade is provided to allow maximum entrance of natural sunlight. In the middle a small garden with umbrella shading seating is given.

A CONCEPT FOR SOCIETY

DESIGNED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

Prototype for a façade. This element can be parametrically altered throughout the surface of façade.

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

ARCHITECTURE AROUND INDIA

Kashmir

Agra

Kashmir

The Indian architecture is inspired by many cultures. Being ruled by The Mughals, The British, The Persians, it is reflected in the designs of such buildings. The Qutub Complex, in Delhi exhibits Indo-Islamic, Ghurid styles of Architecture.

The main construction material in all buildings of Kashmir is brick and wood.

In Qutub Complex,Delhi

ART DECO BUILDINGS

Victoria Terminus Station Residential Building in Victorian Architecture

Mumbai is the home to second most number of Art Deco Buildings in the world. Being ruled by The British Victorian architecture is seen evidently.

An old building in Calcutta. Connaught place, Delhi

ARCHITECTURE FROM JAIPUR.

The picture of left shows how ornate patterns were carved on marble stone. The picture on right is of a gate of City Palace. Floral paintings were painted throughout the walls of such structures. The city palace in Jaipur has Fusion of Shilpa Shastra of Indian architecture with Mughal and European styles of architecture.

Gate, City Palace, Jaipur

A museum near City Palace, Jaipur

City Palace, Jaipur Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Stone was the main construction material used in Rajasthan. White Marble and Red sandstone were often used.

Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai

Theosophical Society, Chennai

Temple in Kancheepuram

Temples in South of India are predominantly in Dravidian style.

Kamakshi Temple In Kancheepuram

ARCHITECTURE IN SOUTH INDIA

The picture on the right is of Adyar Church, Theosophical Society, Chennai.

RANDOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Sunset In Kashmir.

Bottom View Of Hanging Light Fixture

All photos are taken by Aishwarya Kumar.

An old house in Kashmir.

Candid Photography

Candid photography and Travel Photography are my two favorite forms of photography.

Perspective Sketch Relief Work On Wall

Art Installation In Stone And Glass

All sketches are in free-hand, produced solely by Aishwarya Kumar.

Art Installation In Wood

•Lamp Design •Shelf Design •Parametric Design

Art Installtion Using Reflective Surface Of Metal (Aluminum Like)

I have always been amused by Art Installations. I believe they form a good way to express your emotions. Dramatically.

Mathematical concepts can be used to produce variety of designs. The one shown above is a tile design based out of ‘Pascal’s Triangle’. Similarly ‘Fibonacci Series’ can also be used for parametric designs.

DESIGNED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

PROFILE OF FLOATING HUT

LAYOUT OF THE RESIDENCE

INTERIOR

CONCEPT OF FLOATING : Wt .of object = Wt. of liquid displaced F(net) =[µ(liq)xV(sub)xg] –[µ(obj)xV(obj)xg F(net)= 0 where µ and V are density and volume respectively.

FLOATING HUTS

INTERNAL ELEVATIONS GA

Raje Structural Consultants

Location : Tehri Lake Status :On-going The concept of floating houses and

houseboats is not new. The earliest floating houses that historians are aware of on the bay are the shacks that the loggers made on top of the log booms.

Area of living room – 5.4m x 5.208m Area of Floating hut – 6.66m x 8.658m

September 2014

COMPARISION BETWEEN

BIO-TOILET AND NORMAL

TOILET SYSTEM.

• Disposes human waste in a 100% eco- friendly manner.

• The Bio-Digester Tank comprises of a Bacterial Inoculums, which decomposes the waste into Pure Water & Biogas

• Generates colorless, odourless inflammable bio gas (methane) for cooking, water ,room heating etc.

• 100% maintenance-free, continuous biological process.

• Elimination of pathogens, extremely suitable for sub-zero temperatures.

• 1/3 space occupied by septic tank.

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BIO-TOILET SYSTEM

• The above image shows the functioning of a normal toilet.

• The sludge is taken into a septic tank which has a number of disadvantages:

• Mosquitoes breed on the dirty water formed. • Also, due to the cracks in the septic tanks, the sludge percolates through the ground. • Improper decomposition leads to bad odour. • Contains aerobic bacteria • Requires quarterly emptying. • 3X space occupied by septic tank . • Only 30% decomposition of excretory waste .

NORMAL TOILET

This project uses the Bio-Toilet system

SUSTAINABLITY CHECK

PLAN SHOWING STEEL FRAMING

STRUCTURAL DESIGN

•Selecting optimum structural steel sections based on STAAD results. •Drafting of structural drawings.

MY CONTRIBUTION : •Preparation of STAAD model based on architectural requirements. •Working out analysis using relevant load cases.

DETAIL A : PLAN & ISOMETRIC VIEWS

STEEL FRAMING

DETAIL B SHOWING BOX SECTION FOR COLUMNS

STAAD MODEL USING FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

LOADS CONSIDERED: •Self-Weight factor = 1KN/m2 •Water Pressure = -10KN/m2

3D VIEW OF THE MODEL ON ETABS

PLAN VIEW OF THE MODEL ON ETABS

MILITARY ACCOMODATION AT LEH

Raje structural Consultants Bending moment at plinth level as calculated by ETABS

DESIGN CONCEPT The design of this structure is done considering EXTREME condition. Hence heavy loads on roof are observed. LOADS : •LL* in rooms = 2 KN/sq.m •LL in passage-way = 3 KN/sq.m •LL on staircase = 4KN/sq.m

*LL- Live Load *FF-Floor finish

•SL* = 3KN/sq.m •WP = 4KN/sq.m •Sunk = 4KN/sq.m •FF = 1.5 KN/sq.m

*WP – Water Proofing *SL- Snow Load

MY CONTRIBUTION •Modeling of structure on ETABS. •Analysis of structure, load application. •Design of super-structure.. •Estimation of soil pressure to design foundation. •Modeling for foundation. •Design of foundation.

SOIL PRESSURE The upward soil pressure on slabs vary based on the width of the slab. •103KN/sq.m •85KN/sq.m •117KN/sq.m •121KN/sq.m

Area : 1900 sq.m Location: Leh,India Status : On-Going

August 2014

DESIGN METHODOLOGY

WATER-PROOFING LOADS 4KN/sq.m in WC and roof

SUNK LOADS IN W.C AREA 4KN/sq.m

FRAMING OF STRAP BEAM FOOTING AS SHOWN BY ETABS SBC of Soil = 10T/sq.m

Design is based on Limit State Design for Reinforced concrete structure. Code of reference : IS 456:2000. Appropriate loads and its combination as per IS 456:2000 for the most unfavorable effects are chosen.

SNOW LOAD OF 3KN/sq.m on roof.

GRADE OF MATERIALS : Concrete = 30 Mpa as per IS 456:2000 Steel = Fe500,Fe415,Fe250 conforming to IS 1786:1985 and IS 432:1982 respectively.

DEFLECTION Maximum permissible deflection = H/500 H- Height of structure = 7m

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Very Severe as per IS 456:2000 Clause 8.2.2.1,table 3. EQ Loads applied as per IS 1893:2002. It’s distributed along height of the structure. Zone factor = 0.36, Zone IV ; Importance factor = 1

Soil Type - III Response reduction factor = 3 and ductile detailing.

THANK-YOU

A peek into my balcony. .

Lastly I would like to conclude by saying how I would be much obliged if I were given a chance to grow under an Architect. Considering my structural skills and aesthetic skills I believe I have all the right ingredients to design beautiful spaces.

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED BY AISHWARYA KUMAR

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