Jadav Arya Ketan

AR2060

Prakriti - A Wellness center

The project Prakriti is designed to evoke the spatial experience of navigating through a piece of basalt rock. The architectural language emphasizes clusters of built elements, where each cluster is surrounded by others, creating a sense of interconnectedness and spatial layering. Light plays a pivotal role in shaping the ambiance, with carefully designed transitions and contrasts. Each built element features distinct roof forms, allowing varied light experiences. Spaces like meditation and therapy rooms are intentionally darker, receiving diffused light to create a serene atmosphere. In contrast, spaces such as offices and residences are bathed in ample natural light, fostering a sense of openness and energy.  As one moves through the project, transitions are a recurring theme—whether transitioning from light to dark, narrow to expansive volumes, or intimate to open environments. These deliberate contrasts and spatial rhythms mirror the natural interplay of light and shadow found within basalt formations, offering a deeply immersive and tactile experience.

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Initial research to define and understand the concept of "Spatial Ecology," followed by an analysis of case studies to explore how various architects utilize architectural elements to create specific experiences.

Creating models to study the contours and design the journey, incorporating pause points along the path.

Exploration of the resources and traditional building techniques of the Khuldabad region.

Selecting a specific topic, conducting an in-depth study, and identifying the spatial qualities derived from it.

Creating diagrams and imaginative sketches of spaces based on the spatial qualities identified from the study.

Creating charcoal sketches to depict the spatial experiences intended within the built elements.

Developing plans and sections based on the previously created sketches and diagrams.

Refining the Design.

Creating models based on the previously developed plans and sections for better three-dimensional understanding.

Revising the plans after getting comments from final jury.