Sarthak Agarwal

AR2016

CARAPACE

The project focuses on reinterpreting an existing entry to give it a distinct character, blending operational and symbolic elements. The approach involves maintaining the continuity and fluidity of the old entry while wrapping a program around it, forming a pyramidal shape to symbolize the entrance. The program incorporates both operational and symbolic aspects, with the external structure representing solidity and the entry point. Inside, a contrast emerges with broken surfaces allowing ambient natural light, creating an ethereal environment. The interior features a soft, darkened core illuminated by wall-washed light, providing a striking juxtaposition to the solid symbolic exterior.

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Site Documentation and Design Intervention

Journey of development of design during the semester.

Site and Final Models

Plan drawing

Roof Plan, First Floor Plan and Setting Out Plan with detail.

Section AA' with Details.

Section and elevation drawing.

Detailing of staircase, door, and window.

Axonometric drawing and diagrams.

2400 X 900 mm Single hand drafted panel.