Kiyada Archan Narendra

AR2016

The studio explores ways through which outdated buildings can become sites for creative thinking about construction processes. It shall begin by introducing new programmatic requirements in an old precinct, necessitating actions of repair, replacement or introduction of alternative parts. This will anchor the play of new technologies and materials into clearly identified spatial and functional conditions rather than being based merely on personal whim or random choice. This may be understood through a biological analogy of Processes, Uses, Form & Location, and Materials. Through this, new formal, structural & material conditions will be explored for finding unique architectural expression.