Ananya Sahdev

AR2024

Of Cloisters and Courtyards

The project, a school and its respective accommodation, takes inspiration from the vernacular architecture of Leh. With a largely timber spanning structure and rammed earth walls, it is an attempt to tackle the harsh cold and dry climate of Leh through closed courtyards with cloisters surrounding them.


Through proposed orientations, adjacencies and strategies, the project aims to ultimately create a playful, interactive and cohesive environment while maintaining comfort levels in severe temperatures. Detailed Portfolio

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House Analysis - New Delhi, India

Design Retrofit - Seattle, WA, USA

International Case Study - San Francisco, CA, USA

Site Data - Leh, Ladakh, India

Conceptualisation and Ideation

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

Section AA'

Sections BB' and CC'

Wall Section