Kavya Nanavti

AR3052

Chirag-Aangan

This Anganwadi design integrates sustainability, flexibility, and community engagement, addressing temporary land tenure challenges. A multipurpose space functions as a classroom in the morning and a community centre in the evening and on weekends. A weekly health clinic doubles as a semi-open extension of the courtyard, enabling meal service and community interaction. The kitchen connects to the courtyard, fostering engagement between children and food preparation. The design utilizes modular, factory-made aluminium panels with hydraulic pistons for ease of operation and bolted beams and columns for quick assembly or disassembly. A lightweight secondary roof offers shaded, ventilated play areas, while coloured glass panels in residual spaces enhance natural light and create a lively environment. Beyond functionality, this Anganwadi serves as a vibrant hub for education, health, and social interaction, empowering the community through adaptable infrastructure that addresses diverse needs. Its user-centric, culturally resonant approach ensures it remains a valuable resource for holistic growth and community empowerment.

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Site information.

Axonometric explaining the mechanism of the case study.

Proposed design: Plan

Proposed design: Sections

Smoke tests that helped in figuring out the configuration of fenestrations.

Exploded axonometric highlighting the different layers of the roof.

Proposed design: Views

Site plan and incremental axonometric showing the intervention.

Sections depicting the intervention in dry and wet conditions

Views showing the rafts during floods.