Hari Ashokbhai Bhatasana

CT2030

This project involves designing a 6 x 6 x 6 m home for two scientists—an astronomer and a biologist—who will be conducting research for three months. In the desert, they will be conducting study on subjects related to their specialized disciplines while living and working in a cozy and effective environment. Set in Jaisalmer, a city notorious for its intense heat and frigid winters, this small yet practical apartment was designed with functionality in mind. In order to prioritize heat avoidance and ensure thermal comfort, the design’s main goal is to maximize passive cooling techniques. In order to keep a comfortable temperature in the room, orientation, window placement, shading, and other passive significant elements are crucial in maintaining a comfortable temperature in the room. By using locally produced materials and designing the space to include equal and suitable semi-outdoor and outdoor areas, the users can utilize less active cooling equipment, including HVAC systems. The goal of the design is to give the scientists a practical and comfortable workspace so they can work effectively. They can use the kitchen, shower, and restroom areas for their own personal activities. The beds are spaced apart to preserve each person’s privacy. They won’t feel “prisoned” or compelled to labor in captivity because to the design’s pockets of spaces that let them interact with their environment. This helps them stay in touch with nature, which helps them concentrate, and it also helps them with the research they would be conducting. Overall, the space’s design seeks to balance the severe desert circumstances while providing an energy-efficient area that adheres to passive cooling techniques that mitigate the harsh desert environment.