Seminar Abstracts 2013_Arc

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PREFACE

With the tremendous influx of development, migration and urbanization, cities are transforming physically,culturally and socially. This perhaps is creating a great change in the pattern and character of cities and the

way we are building our cities with the current technologies and processes. Cities are growing with their

economic power to become world cities and multiplying their identities as a part of the Globalisation

phenomena in the current transnational market systems. However, the urban reality seems to be doomed due

to various adverse affects on environment and social spheres. In the current trend of urbanization, there are

many alarming issues to be addressed. The intent of the seminars is to address all these issues of concern with

strong focus creating a road map for integrated and holistic development for future.

The Seminar (as structured in the scheme syllabus) is a research paper on a subject of theoretical nature onany aspect of architecture as a part of the V year B.Arch course. This may or may not be related to the thesis

topic.

The Head, Department of Architecture,Prof. Dr.) S. Ramesh

appointed the Seminar Co-ordinatorsAsst. Prof.

G. Karteek and Asst. Prof.

Anil Kumar Ch.

for the overall supervision from within the faculty. This document

contains all the research papers presented by V year B.Arch (Section-B) titled as Volume-I. The co-ordinators

have guided most of the papers and the individual guidance in most cases was provided by internal subject

experts namelyProf. Dr.) S. Ramesh, Assoc. Prof. S.V. Krishna Kumar and Asst. Prof. D. Srinivas

from within

the faculty. In some cases students also took the help of outside experts also.

The thrust of the seminar was on achieving a thorough understanding of the topic of study and on the ability topresent it to an intelligent and critical guidance.

DISCLAIMER

This document should be used only for reference and not for reproducing or copying in any form. SPAV does

not ascertain or reviews these papers and it is the responsibility of all the authors of these research papers thatthey are in conformity with all publication terms and follow copyright rules before publication. The thoughts

expressed herein remain the responsibility of the undersigned author and have no bearing on or does not

represent those of School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada.


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SEMINAR THEMES

Seminar Co-ordinators, have structured the course in such a manner that students had the flexibility to choose

topic of their interest out of a broad array of about fifty subjects affiliated and associated with Architecture as

below-

1. Architectural Graphics/Visual communication

2. Architectural/Design Theories

3. Architecture Styles and elements

4. Building management and economics

5. Building materials

6. Building Services

7. Building technology/safety and security

8.

Buildings construction/Construction techniques9. Built environment and behaviour

10.Civilizations and Settlements

11.Climatology/Climate responsive buildings

12.Coastal architecture/Eco sensitive architecture

13.Colour

14.Conservation/Conservation management/Restoration/Adaptive re-use

15.Contemporary Architecture and Design

16.Defence establishments

17.

Digital architecture18.Disaster resistant buildings/Disaster Management and preparedness

19.Dynamic architecture

20.Earth architecture

21.

Energy/Green buildings/sustainable architecture

22.History of architecture

23.Housing/Slum development/ Slum redevelopment

24.

Humanities and social sciences/Art and Culture

25. Infrastructure planning and Management

26.

Intelligent buildings27.

Interior Design

28. Islamic architecture

29.Land use, zoning and Building bye-laws

30.

Light and architecture

31.Low cost/Cost effective buildings and technologies

32.

Morphology/Form and Space/Anthropometry

33.

Open spaces

34.Planning Theories/Urban Planning, development and management

35.

Product/Furniture design36.

Professional practise and Management

37.Site Planning/Landscape/Ecology/Environment/Eco-conservation/Eco-tourism


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38.Skyscrapers and Tall buildings

39.Solar passive and active architecture

40.

Sound and Acoustics

41.Space structures/temporary buildings

42.Structural engineering

43.

Temple Architecture/Cosmic architecture/Vastu Purusha mandala

44.

Traditional/vernacular architecture

45.Transportation and transport infrastructure

46.

Underground/Underwater space development

47.Universal Design/Architecture for differently able

48.

Urban Design/Public spaces

49.

Value Engineering

50.Virtual architecture

Students then gave choice of their topics of interest and the issues which they wanted to address through their

research. The course from the beginning, with the finalisation of research topics, created an opportunity forseveral discussions, refining the overall research intent which then finally culminated into research papers.

Some of the research papers have been presented in conferences and have been published in recognised

International Journals and some are in the verge of getting published soon.

WHY? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? HOW? The answers for really interesting and frequently asked questions in

architecture have been discussed and presented in the form of seminar. One can expect varied topics covering

technical, metaphysical, physical, structural, psychological aspects related to architecture.


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LIST OF TOPICS

S.No

Regd. No. Name of the Student

Seminar Paper

SECTION A

1 1080100001 Shibil Zubair A"NALUKETTU" - A TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

2 1080100002 Shaik Tauqeer AhmedACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE FOR PUBLIC SPACES

3 1080100003 Manjunath BN

EXPLOITATION OF ADVANTAGES OF CANALS IN VIJAYAWADA

4 1080100004 Anirban Jyoti Baruah

ANCIENT TOWN PLANNING IN INDIA

5 1080100005Hanisha Thirth Benna

BhaktulaSTAGING ARCHITECTURE

6 1080100006 Tirthankar Chakraborty

SKY SCRAPERS

7 1080100007 Ankit Chauhan

THE ARCHITECTURE OF PARKING

8 1080100008 Ananya Deb Mallick (W)

RIVERFRONT SPACES & DEVELOPMENT

9 1080100009 Pilla Divya

ENERGY EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE FOR TROPICAL CLIMATE

10 1080100010 Noel V Johnson

EVOLUTION OF DAMASCUS

11 1080100011 Neera K

TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE OF KERALA

12 1080100012 Chunnu KumarCONCEPT OF FLUID MECHANICS OF FLOATING AND SINKING & ITS

APPLICATION IN ARCHITECTURE

13 1080100013 Pushpendra Kumar

ZERO ENERGY BUILDING

14 1080100014 Penzang Dorjee Lepcha

TIBETAN ARCHITECTURE

15 1080100015 Varun Maheshwari

URBAN ART AND INSTALLATIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON THE

ARCHITECTURE OF CITY

16 1080100016 Sanjay Shovan MaitiVISUAL PERCEPTION VIA ARCHITECTURAL COMPOSITION

17 1080100017 Rahul Mandal

ISLAMIC TOMBS IN INDIA (GENISIS OF THEIR DESIGN)

18

1080100018 Navya Nadiminti SENSES IN ARCHITECTURE: ARCHITECTURE AS A MULTI SENSORY

EXPERIENCE

19 1080100019 Vani NayakCONSERVATION OF CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES: THE CASE OF

HAMPI, INDIA

20 1080100020 Worshon NgashangvaHUMAN CONNECTION TO NATURE WITHIN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

21 1080100021 Dinroop Pavithran

ADAPTIVE REUSE

22 1080100022 Shahakar Aditya Pramod

MOBILE FLOATING ARCHITECTURE


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24 1080100025 Shreya Ratakonda

APPRAISAL OF THE ROLE PLAYED BY THE IIIRD SPACE IN SOCIAL

AND ARCHITECTURAL REALMS

25 1080100026 Shashank Sagar

ELEMENTS OF BUILDING

261080100027 Tharana Sanil (W)

THE LIGHT IN MY ROOM: DESIGN APPROACH TO HUMAN

BEHAVIOUR AND NEEDS

27 1080100028 Himanshu SaxenaDESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF CONVENTION CENTER ALONG WITH

OPEN SPACES

28 1080100029 Devasheesh Singh

WINDOWS AND ENERGY EFFECIENCY

29 1080100030 K Kavi Sumi

PARAMETRIC DESIGN

30 1080100031 Nimitha Suru (W)

SETTELEMENT ALONG THE LAKE PICHOLA, UDAIPUR

31 1080100032 Kumar Rahul Verma

PROPORTION SYSTEMS IN ARCHITECTURE

32 1080100033 Upare Swapnil Vinayak

PHENOMENOLOGICAL CONCEPTS IN ARCHITECTURE

33 1080100034 Vinita Vishwakarma

VERTICAL GARDEN

SECTION B

01 1080100060 A Harvind Raj

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION IN DRAVIDIAN

TEMPLES

02 1080100058 Akil P IMPACT OF BUILT FORMS, OPEN SPACES AND LANDSCAPE ON THEMICRO CLIMATE

03 1080100069 Anamika (W)

APPLICATION OF VERNACULAR ENERGY EFFICIENT TECHNIQUES IN

CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE

04 1080100042 Ashish GautamVENICE: EVOLUTION AND SUBMERGENCE

05 1080100067 Bhartendu VimalIMPACT OF FLOODS IN LOW LYING AREAS OF VIJAYAWADA

06 1080100039 Bikramjit Bora

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES IN THE EASTERN COAST OF

INDIA

07 1080100064 Chaitanya Gautam Sunil ECOPOLIS ARCHITECTURE: A NEED FOR THE FUTURE

08 1080100045 Dharanidharan KTENSIGRITY AND ITS APPLICATION IN ARCHITECTURE

09 1080100059 Gautham RUSER REFINEMENTS IN ARCHITECTURAL SPACE

10 1080100049

Ghoniya Rahul

KishorbhaiINFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGY ON BUILT FORM

11 1080100066 Harde Sumit VilasPOLITICAL AFFECT ON ARCHITECTURE

12 1080100063 Karanam Sumana (W)

UNIVERSAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES FOR RECREATIONAL OPEN SPACES

13 1080100054 Kheyali Majumdar (W)DANCE AND ARCHITECTURE


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14 1080100048

Lunkim Tingneilam

Khongsai (W)PROTECTION OF TRADITIONAL HOUSES OF THE KUKI TRIBES

15 1080100040 Michael BorahGLOBAL URBAN CRISIS: INTERACTIVE STREET = SAFE-CITIES

16 1080100057 Mohd. Shibin N

USE OF ALTERNATE TECHNOLOGIES USING BAMBOO AND EARTH IN

KERALA

17 1080100062 Mohit Sama REVIVING THE VALUES OF RIVER YAMUNA

18 1080100056

Nimmagadda Monisha

(W)IMPACT OF COLOUR IN LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

19 1080100068 Noorien (W)IMPACT OF MASS TRANSIT ON THE SURROUNDING AREA

20 1080100041 Rajdip Das

ADVERSEEFFECTOFURBANHOUSINGONSOCIETYAND

ENVIRONMENT

21 1080100053 Rebakah Kurien (W)INNOVATIONS IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN INDIA

22 1080100050 Roshan Kumar

URBAN CONSERVATION AND REDEVELOPMENT OF CONNAUGHT

PLACE

23 1080100061 S Gautham Ratna KumarUNDERGROUND SPACE DEVELOPMENT IN URBAN AREAS

24 1080100065 Satweli Vandana (W)STRATEGIES OF IMPROVING NATURAL LIGHT IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS

25 1080100035 Soman Arun AnandMODERN INTERPRETATION OF TRADITIONAL INDIAN ARCHITECTURE

26 1080100046 Varun KhannaTRANSITIONSPACESACTSASALINKBETWEENSPACES

27 1080100062 Mohit Sama REVIVING THE VALUES OFRIVER YAMUNA

28 1080100063 Karanam Sumana (W)UNIVERSALDESIGN PRINCIPLES FOR RECREATIONAL OPEN

SPACES

29 1080100064 Chaitanya Gautam Sunil ECOPOLISARCHITECTURE:ANEED FOR THE FUTURE

30 1080100065 Satweli Vandana (W) STRATEGIES OF IMPROVING NATURAL LIGHT IN URBAN BUILDINGS

31 1080100066 Harde Sumit Vilas POLITICS AND ARCHITECTURE

32 1080100067 Bhartendu Vimal IMPACT OF FLOODS IN LOW LYING AREAS OF VIJAYAWADA

33 1080100068 Noorien (W) IMPACT OF METRO STATION ON THE SURROUNDING LAND USE

34 1080100069 Anamika (W)APPLICATION OF VERNACULAR ENERGY EFFICIENT TECHNIQUES IN

CONTEMPORARYARCHITECTURE


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NALUKETTU: TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

1080100001SHIBIL ZUBAIR.A

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

The aim of this project is to do a detailed study and reproducing the design of traditional residential building Nalukettu

in Kerala. Nalukettu is the traditional homestead, where many generations of families are lived. The Nalukettu is the

traditional style of architecture of Kerala, where in a house has a quadrangle in the centre. Originally the abode of the

wealthy Brahmin and Nair families, this style of architecture has today become a status symbol among the well to do in

Kerala. These traditional buildings are typically a rectangular structure where four halls are joined together with a

central court yard open to the sky. Every structure faces the sunlight, and there is excellent ventilation. Implementing

the nalukettu building technics into modern houses, such as instead of woods and roofing tiles concrete is used.

And flooring tiles, roofing tiles, plastering work, painting work is needed for aesthetical

appearance. This design comprises of concrete pillars, concrete slabs, and lintels.

NEED FOR ACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE IN PUBLIC SPACES

1080100002

Shaik Tauqeer [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Owing to the traditional conception of the disabled as a person who has to be dependant, it had not been a common

practice in the past for disabled people to be active users of public buildings and spaces. It had been presupposed that

people with disabilities had to be taken care of by the family within the confines of the domestic space. However, as a

result of changes in governmental policies to address the need to train persons with disabilities to acquire skills and

necessary vocations and professions for active participation in the socio-economic development process, there is an

upsurge of the number of disabled persons who are leading active public lives, becoming part of the user-group

utilizing public buildings for production, recreation, commerce, transportation, education etc. The paper describes the

need for accessible architecture for ones journey from his main door to a public space. The research focuses mainly

on public spaces like the bus stops and the road junction. In conclusion, the paper recommends a number of

interventions which can be undertaken to create a positive framework within which barrier-free design consciousness

can be employed to promote effective macro-accessibility.

Key words: Accessible, universal design, barrier free environment, disabled, old, public amenity.


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EXPLOITATION OF ADVANTAGES OF CANALS IN VIJAYAWADA

1080100003Manjunath BN

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

Vijayawada, Class 1 city having a population of 10, 48.000 (Census 2011) is the fast growing and the 3rdlargest city in

the state of Andhra Pradesh spread over the area 62 km2, spreading along northern side of the River Krishna. There

are three canals in Vijayawada municipality namely Eluru canal, Ryves canal and Bandar canal. For the study purpose

Ryves canal has been taken among 3 canals of the city. The purpose of the study is to utilize the advantages of

presence of Canals in the City of Vijayawada, in all possible ways, like how other places with Canals amidst the city

across the globe have developed and utilized the advantages of the Canals in terms of Recreation, Open Spaces,Transportation, etc.

ANCIENT TOWN PLANNING IN INDIA

1080100004An i rban Jyo t i Bar uah

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

In the course of the early excavations at Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro in the 1920s1930s, the Indus Valley civilization

came to be recognized by the world as the first urban culture of South Asia. In the beginning, scholars such as Sir

John Marshall claimed that the Indus Valley civilization represented an indigenous culture that set the foundation for

later Vedic, Buddhist, and Hindu civilization (Marshall 1931). Even though some scholars proposed that the idea of

civilization had diffused from the West (Wheeler 1968), the achievements of this culture soon came to be regarded as

an important validation for the antiquity of Indian civilization as a whole.

STAGING ARCHITECTURE

1080100005Hanisha Thi r t h Benna Bhaktu la

[email protected]

Every room is a stage, every public space is a theatre, and every faade is a backdrop. Each has places for entry and

exit, scenery, props, and a design that sets up potential relationships between people. In this sense, architecture and

theatre are sister arts, creating worlds where people interact in studied spatial relationships. However, to call

architecture theatrical is often meant as a criticism, implying that it is showy and shallow. Shopping malls, themed

villages, and Postmodernism in general are regularly dismissed as theatrical. Yet the noble, subtle, and human art of


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theatre is perhaps architectures most powerful ally in exploring the social impact of design: how space shapes actions

and relationships. Theatre offers a manipulable realm of make believe that can reflect on real situations, characters,

and places. In this protected field of play, an architect and director may set up situations that actors explore

emotionally in movement and gesture. In this sense, theatre demonstrates architecture, playing on exactly the issues

of interpersonal relationships in space that architects engage most pointedly in designing buildings for public space

and urban life. Through theatre, a designer may explore physical and social space in real time, at a real scale, and with

real people.

Keywords:Theatre, Architecture, Theatrical intentions in Architecture.

SKY SCRAPERS

1080100006Tirthankar [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Since man walks the earth, he attempts to dominate his surroundings by creating tall and large buildings. The Egyptian

Pyramids, the Roman colloseum, the medieval cathedrals, they all served the purpose of expressing and confirming

the dominating positionof those who built them. In present day, tall buildingdevelopmentinvolves various complex

factors such as economics, architectural styles, technology, municipal regulations and politics.as a matter of fact there

are many technological limitations and the prevailing strategy to overcome or at least minimize these technological

issues of tall buildings, especially with regards to the wind effect on the structures and facades of the building. Any Tall

building can vibratein both the directions of Along wind and Across wind caused by the flow of wind. Modern Tall

buildings designed to satisfy lateral drift requirements, still may oscillate excessively during wind storm. These

oscillations can cause some threats to the Tall building as buildings with more and more height becomes more

vulnerable to oscillate at high speed winds. Sometimes these oscillations may even cause discomfort to the occupants

even if it is not in a threatening position for the structural damage. So an accurate assessment of building motion is an

essential prerequisite for service ability. There are few approaches to find out the Response of the Tall buildings to the

Wind loads.

This report tries to tell you the threats to tall buildings, its design solution through its modification and other design

considerationswhile designing forms and sustainable wayof living.

THE ARCHITECTURE OF PARKING1080100007

Anki t [email protected]

ABSTRACT


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Parking is an important consideration for all cities. Well designed and balanced parking controls can maximize the

efficiency of road space, allowing clients to visit businesses, customers to visit retail establishments and local residents

to improve their mobility while undertaking economic and social activities. Adequate parking supply is needed in cities

to encourage retail and commercial activities and to satisfy residential and visitor demands. At the same time, and

increasingly in cities with high vehicle ownership, parking controls can provide a powerful tool for restricting excessive

use of private modes by limiting public space allocated to parking, thereby encouraging preferred modes such as

public transport. A parking scheme can be introduced to a city to address existing transport problems or be introduced

to support and compliment a large cost-intensive public transport scheme, thereby improving the cost effectiveness of

that scheme.

This study addresses measures not only for car parking, but also for bicycles, freight vehicles, taxis, and rickshaws.

PPP schemes are also important as a means to implement parking initiatives and appropriate guidance is included in

this research paper. In the first section of this research paper, policy background and development strategies for

medium sized cities in India are explained. This is followed by an explanation of the process and necessary steps for

parking planning. Tools for designing parking measures are explained with reference to international experiences and

case studies and two Indian market case studies. The requirements for the parking of rickshaws, bicycles and freight

vehicles are also discussed. Finally, standards for parking and examples of parking developments using PPP schemes

are explained. The paper will provide an insight to the existing parking problems and their solutions, and will break the

dilemma of solving these problems with multi level parking infrastructure.

RIVERFRONT SPACES & DEVELOPMENT

1080100008Anan ya Deb Mal l i ck

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

From time immemorial, rivers have brought its surroundings riches, - Fertile soil, fresh water for irrigation, good

harvest, clans settling bringing in trade, slowly developing into villages, towns ,& then into cities. In fact, most of the

worlds most important cities have developed along riversides. These are ways how a river develops its either sides.

How does a riverfront develop a river? As more cities envision their riverfronts as livelypublic destinations that peoplecoming back to, they come up with framework to create vibrant public spaces, and by extension- a vibrant city.

A public space may be a gathering space or a part of a neighbourhood, downtown, special district, waterfront or other

area within the public realm that helps promote social interaction and a sense of community. As with all categories of

Great places, it is important to identify what sets a space apart from other spaces so as to qualify it to a great space

designation.


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ENERGY EFFICIENT LANDSCAPES FOR TROPICAL CLIMATE1080100009

Pi l la Divya

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement -Already sufficient research reinforced with experimental studies are available on heat gain and

heat loss in built environment through various landscape design parameters. There is an urgent need to bring

awareness to consider all energy conserving techniques simultaneously while designing/constructing build-up areas.

Approach The study is based onEnergy consumption which can be reduced in heating and cooling of buildings from

50-80% if the buildings landscaping and other external features are designed considering the microclimate and the

topography of the place. The energy efficient landscape design tools enable decision-making process effectively both

at the conceptual and final stage of design of built up areas and it can even be integrated in the decision making matrix

with respect to landscape parameters for conservation of energy.Conclusion - Carefully positioned trees can save up

to 25% of the energy a typical household uses for cooling (U.S. DOE, US department of energy, 2007). As we know

the present use of earths resources has been extensive, and if we continue with our comfortable usage of resources;

there will not be any Non-renewable resources left on earth. When we come to architecture, the rapid change in the

technology has enabled us people to construct building with its environment almost anywhere on the earth. In doing

so, we polluted our earth and making it fit for nothing for future generations. It is critical time to adopt Energy Efficiency

methods in almost every constructive field and experience the comforts using efficient methods. This following paper is

to give an idea about what has happened to the Environment and how can we overcome the problems of really bad

resource management through ENERGY EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING.

Keywords: Xeriscaping, Heat island effect, Micro climate, Storm water management, Dust absorbing capacity,

albedos.

EVOLUTION OF DAMASCUS1080100010Noel V [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement This study aims to track the evolution of the city of Damascus (now in modern day Syria), from

its inception as a small village settlement around an oasis 4000 years back to its present mutli-cultural identity.

Approach The evolution has been studied under different time periods, depending on the rulers, and their different

approaches to town planning. The present day problems have also been mentioned.

Conclusion Solutions for the present day problems have been suggested.


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TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE OF KERALA1080100011Neera [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Kerala traditional-vernacular houses perform refined models of tropical architecture developed within Western Ghats

enclave in the southernmost part of the west coast of India. The architecture is so distinct from mainstream of high

traditional Indian architectures that suggest existence of hidden indigenous tradition. People are not aware about the

uniqueness of real Kerala tradition and architecture. They often try to imitate certain features without understanding its

functionality. Here I want to revive Kerala traditional architecture. This paper focuses on the influence of vastu shastra

and vernacular architecture on the traditional hoses of Kerala and also typology of traditional houses based on social

and cultural factors.

CONCEPT OF FLUID MECHANICS OF FLOATING AND SINKING & ITS APPLICATIONIN ARCHITECTURE1080100012Chunnu [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The urban population of India stands at 300 million which is approximately a third of the total population. It is projected

that by 2045 nearly 800 million Indians will be living in its cities - more than the total population of the whole of present-

day Europe. Already, the infrastructures of all the six mega- and 40 million-plus cities of India are under very severe

stress. The ground water is depleting rapidly, pollution is reaching crisis levels, the transportation system is in disarray,

and sewerage and sanitation are in shambles, all of which is affecting public health and hygiene.1Consequently, land

value is increasing in larger cities more rapidly. This paper analyses the sustainable solutions to overcome these

problems by providing new alternatives to develop human habitation on water surfaces like along river water front, low

lying water areas, coastal areas, lakes etc. This is also an approach to develop recreational features and luxury

amenities on water surfaces.

The United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports that in all scenarios, the average rate

of rise during the 21st century is very likely to exceed the 1961 to 2003 average rate of 1.8 0.5 mm per year. The

central estimate of the rate of sea level rise during 2090 to 2099 is 3.8 mm per year, which exceeds the central

estimate of 3.1 mm per year for 1993 to 2003.2And approximately half of that increase is attributed to the ocean

expanding as it warms.The inevitable rise in sea level that comes with climate change is going to make it increasingly

1Urban crisis in India: new initiatives for sustainable cities, by P. G. DharChakrabarti2http://www.ipcc.ch/publications_and_data/ar4/wg1/en/ch10s10-6-5.html, Projections of Global Average Sea Level Change for the21st Century


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difficult to control flooding in low-lying areas. But instead of cursing their fate, architects should think to develop human

habitation on water.

Analysis of floating systems on the basis of the concepts of fluid mechanics is analysed. An analytical procedure is

developed to understand the theory behind floating and sinking mechanism of an object. Centre of gravity is an

important factor to understand and to design the whole system further. Effect of removing mass from a floating system,

adding mass to a floating system and shifting mass on the floating system, thus on the centre of gravity of the whole

floating system is explained, which is very important for discussion of meta-centre concept contributing towards

stability of the floating system.Laws of flotation (Archimedes Principle) are explained to understand the reason of

buoyant force, its magnitude and direction, whichprovides an answer of how and why does any object float on a liquid

interface?.

For designing any system, the role of stability and equilibrium is very significant. Here, the concept of meta-centre and

its calculationis quite helpful to explain and quantify the magnitude of statical stability of a floating system, which is

explained with three possible cases of equilibrium. Further, the understandings of all these concepts and calculations

are integrated to define the approach to make a floating system or floating space for habitation in a much stable form.

Important components of a floating system are also discussed to understand the mechanism of a floating body on a

liquid interface in relation with stability. Thus, keeping all the above mentioned concepts and analysis, possible

solutions are provided with different materials for making a floating system or space at a very basic level.

Keywords:Fluid Mechanics, Floating, Sinking, Meta-Centre, Statical Stability, Floating System, Buoyancy, Floatation,

Buoyant Force, Equilibrium, mooring system, Light-Weight Concrete and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Filling

Concrete, Pontoons.

ZERO ENERGY BUILDING1080100013Pushpendra [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Today in India more than 60% of population is spending their time just to gather the basic needs of the life i.e.; drinking

water, electricity and cooking fuel. This is a biggest barrier in our countrys ennoblement because its affecting our daily

life, child education, economy of the country, life style of the common people and many more. Every environmentalprocess works in a cycle. If any phase of this cycle is disturbed by human or anything else , the whole cycle would be

disturb and result will be more disastrous, so with the disturbance in any part of environmental cycle ,whole ecosystem

would get disturb and whole process would stop at that time and we are doing everything to disturb this balance . We

are facing lot of problems because of this environmental imbalance and only we are responsible for this. We are using

nonrenewable resources and their requirement is increasing day by day with the increase in population. This is

affecting our environment. Due to the usage of oil and coal as fuel air pollution is increasing, due to which ecosystem is

getting disturbed leading shortage of drinking water .with the unstoppable withdrawing of ground water every day for

commercial as well as personal use, fresh water level which is only 3% is decreasing and would vanish one day and

every natural thing is getting polluted by human because of his greed to exploit resources, so we should start

conserving these energy resources. There are many solutions for do so, one of them is to adopt zero energy building


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concept, by which we could minimize energy usage .In today scenario we should adopt zero energy building concepts

in our country, which is an autonomous building energy concept and is defined as a building that produces as much

energy as it uses from renewable energy sources at the site. Zero-energy buildings can exchange energy with the

power grid as long as the net energy balance is zero on an annual basis. This will help to control ground water level

and helps to control the pollution of the environment, will make our environment pollution free and will control the

disturbed eco cycle.

Keywords: Zero energy building, energy savings, water harvesting, Eco system, solar energy, renewable energy.

TIBETAN ARCHITECTURE: ITS CHARACTERISTICS1080100014Penzang Dorjee [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Tibets architecture is unique, though early forms of Tibetan Monastic architecture show resemblance from its Indian

contemporaries, it has developed its own identity and unique style to call it their own. The development in vernacular

residences is also a very important milestone in the development of its architectural style as it coherently developed

with the climate and natural resources available for building. Tibets architecture has greatly influenced the architecture

of present Bhutan, Ladakh and Sikkim. With modern materials widely available, this form of architecture is also turning

into a plastic architecture, this, according to the experts are endangering the typical and original essence of Tibetan

architecture.

In this, a case study of Lhasa Jokhang is documented according to the study done by Tibet Heritage Fund. It also

details out the major characteristics of Tibetan architecture as a whole by identifying different types of builtform. The

study deals with the need to preserve and conserve age old Tibetan style of architecture and structures to its original

status, some of these buildings date back to early 7th century and stands as a testimony for Tibets spirituality, tradition

and culture. Wood, stone and paint work of the artisans involved in this architecture is also an art worth preserving.

These buildings also face a major threat due to earthquake as it is located in a seismically earthquake prone zone. The

wall mural paintings demands proper care and repair due to dust, climate and sooth from the butter lamps lit inside the

assembly hall as a ritual offering. And the last but notorious threat to these buildings has hitherto been fire, Tibetan

architecture makes extensive use of wood for structural support, decorative element, floorings and ceiling. And these

woods are constantly in threat from the fire being used in the monastery or homes for domestic and traditional ritual

ceremony.

Keywords:

Tibetan Monastic Architecture resemblance to Indian contemporaries. Vernacular Architecture with climate and natural

resources, Tibetan architecture influential for other states, Case study of Lhasa Jokhang, Threat due to earthquake,

fire and modern building materials.


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URBAN ART AND INSTALLATIONS AND ITS COMMUNITY LEVEL IMPACT IN INDIA1080100015Varun Maheshwar [email protected]

ABSTRACT

This paper gives a study to understand the overall impact of the urban art on the indian context. In this paper, I will lay

out some of the issues that need to be addressed when thinking about and studying how the arts impact communities,

in addition to providing an introduction to the literature on arts impact studies. I begin discussing the mechanisms

through which the arts are said to have an impact. Following this is a discussion of key theoretical and methodological

issues involved in studying the impact of the arts. I conclude by giving general ways in which individual /community

level public art effects the society .I also gave recommendations to enhance the role of public art in the community

level programmes. This paper contains the case studies which elaborates how the arts effects communities which were

immune to such kind of social and economic activities and its effects from interpersonal to community as a whole.

Keywords: Public art, community, street installations, vandalism

VISUAL PERCEPTION VIA ARCHITECTURAL COMPOSITION

1080100016Sanjay Shov an Mai t [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Architecture is a reflection of our society. It affects our moods and lifts our spirit, ultimately contributing to our well-

being. Consequently, spatial quality is a veryimportant factor. Light and shadows, scale, vertical and horizontal

movement, unity & continuity, hierarchy, transitions, thresholds, transformation and spatial emotions influence the

quality of holistic expression of a space. Since every single piece is playing a part of the masterpiece,the attention to or

the misplacement of unattended affairs will in the end cause an assonanceor dissonance. The visual perception or

visualisation helps to design a quality space.The visual perception should be based on the knowledge of certain

functional and aesthetic principles which derives the resultant output. Architecture is experienced or perceived on

different levels- functional, sensual and emotional. We know that the functional facet of architecture is the prime criteria

for evaluating the built space. The emotional aspect of architecture is basically concerned with what a particular space

makes the user feel- Whether the dimensions, materials, proportions of the space contributes towards creating a

feeling of discomfort or pleasure, joy or depression. In the Sensual experience of architecture, a majority give the prime

importance to the visual experience. Somehow, vision tends to dominate all the other senses. Granted that

architecture has an intellectual content, conveys social meanings or is able to alter some of our physiological states,nevertheless all of these attributes must initially be received through sensory perception. It is the visual, tactile and


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Keywords:Islamic Architecture, Tombs in India, Evolution of form.

SENSES IN ARCHITECTURE: ARCHITECTURE AS A MULTI SENSORY EXPERIENCE1080100018Navya Nadiminti

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

The culture and practice of architecture is regarded as a principally visual field. The sense of sight dominates the

remaining senses, which lack purposeful engagement in current architecture. This research ventures to recognise

the potential of multi-sensory engagement in order to embellish the architectural experience. Besides the functional

demands the question for design should be how the people feel inside the building and how they are going to

experience the space. Not only in terms of how the space looks, but also how it touches, how it smells, sounds and

maybe even tastes. Architecture is a multi-sensory experience. Architects should make use of this fact to create

buildings that are more intense, more exciting and profound than three dimensional objects that address the vision

only.

The research undertaken considers a phenomenological approach, aiming to investigate and explore an

architecture that is enriched with the application of the senses: touch, smell and sound in addition to sight.

CONSERVATION OF CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES: THE CASE OF HAMPI, INDIA1080100019

Vani [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural

and natural heritages are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds

of East Africas Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, the Baroque cathedrals of Latin

America and the ruins of Hampi in India make up our worlds heritage.

The World heritage sites represent a masterpiece of human creative genius. It exhibits an important interchange of

human values, over a span of time, or within a cultural area of the world, on developments in architecture or

technology, monumental arts, town-planning, or landscape design. It bears a unique or exceptional testimony to a

cultural tradition or to a civilization which is/ was living. Noting that the cultural and the natural heritage is increasingly

subject to natural and/ or man-made factors of destruction, therefore needs to be preserved as part of the world

heritage of mankind as a whole.

This report is about the conservation of these cultural world heritage sites with the help of a case study on the

world heritage site of Hampi in India.

Keywords: Architectural heritage and conservation::cultural ethos


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HUMAN CONNECTION TO NATURE WITHIN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT1080100020Worshon [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Since research has shown a connection to nature is beneficial to human wellbeing, it is problematic that human

connections to nature are under-represented within built environments in this modern world. The objective of this

qualitative study is to define what constitutes a human connection to nature within the built environment using Stephen

R. Kellerts framework of biophilic design. This study took place at Interfaces Showroom and Offices in Atlanta,

Georgia, a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Commercial Interior (CI) platinum-certified office

environment.

Emergent themes resulting from the data indicated the following: (a) participants felt connected to nature and felt theconnection positively affected their health, attitude, job performance and job satisfaction; (b) outside views and natural

daylight facilitated a number of nature-connections; (c) more subtle nature-connections were valued by participants,

but not overtly recognized as connections to nature;(d) the surrounding community development created positive

experiences for participants within the interior environment

and (e) vernacular connections were also found to be a valued part of the interior environment. Hopefully this research

will serve to inform others on varied ways to create human connections to nature within the built environment using a

framework of biophilic design. It is also hoped these research findings could inform empirical research on the human-

centered and financial benefits of creating human connections to nature within the built environment.

Keywords: Biophil ic Design, Emotional affinity towards nature, Low environmental impact design, Vernaculardimension of biophilic design, Placelessness

ADAPTIVE REUSE1080100021Dinroop Pav i [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Form follows function is the credo of utilitarian architecture, but what happens when functions change? The

detritus of modern society is all around us, particularly in rural community centres. Abandoned manufacturing,

institutional and educational buildings left behind by urban sprawl provide an invaluable opportunity to revitalize

flagging communities by creative reuse of pre-existing infrastructure. A healthy urban area must be always in a

process of adaptation. Even in urban conservation when preservation of a valuable, past becomes a priority in its

certain context, we cant afford to fix the past as it was, or in practice it is also not possible nor desirable. We preserve

the past to better live the present and the future.


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MOBILE FLOATING ARCHITECTURE1080100022Shahakar Adi t ya [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The floating architecture basically is the human habitable spaces created on the surface of water to accommodate the

perceptual way of living on the planet but more on the water than the land. The earth consists of 70% water and 30%

land approximately where every different indigenous flora and fauna has flourished since the genesis of our mother

earth based on its climate and environment that it provides at different regions. Humans have evolved to live on land

as their home and shelter. Water(Ocean) were generally used for travelling to different parts of the land and the land

has been used to establish settlement alongside the rivers flowing through the land and meeting the ocean.

Throughout history, living on the water has symbolized the dream of living in a symbiotic relationship with nature, much

closer than would ever be possible on dry land. The floating architecture assumes an utopia, imaginary city that dwells

on water on a larger scale . As the population on the land is increasing day by day the number of houses to

accommodate them is also increasing resulting in the concrete jungle and the steel and glass high rise structures.

The topic tries to drift away from living on land and using the vastness of water to find the possible way of using it to

create spaces that can serve residential, commercial as well as recreational purposes.

APPRAISAL OF THE ROLE PL AYED BY THE IIIRD SPACE IN SOCIAL ANDARCHITECTURAL REALMS1080100025Shreya [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The third place, or as we call them today, the hang out places have always been an integral part of society, be it in the

urban, suburban or the rural context. Traditionally, the role they play in the functioning of a society is vital in that they

provide a platform for people to gather, put aside the concerns of home and work (the first and second places

respectively) and relax with food and lively conversation. These places act as a buffer between the stressful first and

second places and help the individual regain the balance of his social life.

Third places exist on neutral ground and serve to level their guests to a condition of social equality. Within these

places, conversation is the primary activity and the major vehicle for the display and appreciation of human personality

and individuality. Third places are taken for granted and mostly have a low profile. Since the formal institutions of

society make stronger claims on the individual, third places are normally open in the off hours, as well as other times.

The character of a third place is predominantly determined by its clientele and is marked by a playful mood, which

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With the new concepts of urban planning and land zoning, the traditional third places in our country such as

coffeehouses, low cost eateries, etc. are slowly being converted into entirely residential zones. Hence the world (in a

manner of speaking) of the individual shrinks to home and work, thus putting an inordinate amount of stress on both

institutions, thereby reducing stability in the former and productivity in the latter.

Such are the characteristics of third places that appear to be universal and essential to a vital informal public space.

Keywords: Architectural heritage and conservation::cultural ethos

ELEMENTS OF BUILDING1080100026Shashank [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement This paper traces the origin of the terms associated with the elements through history to

understand the most fundamental concepts and attributes element possess and the purpose for which they were

developed. Approach Good architecture is a balanced composition of these elements (roof, floor, walls, doors,

window and stairs). The evolution of each element is tracked to highlight milestones, influences and considerations

that shaped the elements over the course of time. From primeval buildings to modern architecture. The understandings

of space are made in architecture by these different elements that constitute the basic identifiable parts of the man-

made or, built environment. These elements are broadly classified as as wall, door, and roof. Each of these elements

possesses attributes inherent to their morphological construct which are with particular spatial properties, providing

potential for their use and design in architectural compositions. Thus they influence space and its experience by the

perception of the built environment. This paper out of all these (roof, floor, stairs, doors, window and column) element

emphasise on walls and doors. Conclusion This paper examines the inherent qualities of these basic elements and

analyses their characteristics to highlight their implicit influences in the design of space. The generic qualities and

principles are then summarized as guidelines to design. This paper thus provide a fundamental base in the

understanding of designed space and its constituents (walls, doors)

THE LIGHT IN MY ROOM: DESIGN APPROACH TO HUMAN BEHAVIOUR AND

NEEDS1080100027Tharana Sani [email protected]

ABSTRACT

I believe that building design should consider all dimensions of peoples needs. Architecture is mainly the concept of

creating Human spacesadapted to human purpose. My intention by this research is to give my share in design to be

a cause to make it more user-friendly. Lao-Tse said that architecture is not four walls and a roof; it is also, and aboveall, the air that remains within, the space that these enclose. That is why architecture and light, or light and

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The positive effects of natural light on human health and well-being have also been acknowledged but rarely

incorporated into building codes and everyday design practice. As people age they become more dependent on their

environment to compensate for increasing frailty and sensory loss. Scattering lights and the reduced ability in focusing

are the major causes of blurred images for the elderly, thus the elderly must depend on their environment to

compensate for sensory loss.

Every time we design or redesign housing for older adults we make decisions that impact the health, safety and

welfare of hundreds of thousands of older individuals. Lighting is often not considered an integral element for

achieving the goal of a healthy environment. Here we are focusing on those parts that are usually being ignored.

Keywords: Architecture humane sensory design lighting - aging society

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF CONVENTION CENTER ALONG WITH OPENSPACES1080100028Himanshu [email protected]

ABSTRACT

This summary outlines the keys associated with the analysis. This full written report is entirety to gain an

understanding of the studys methods, limitations and implications for design and development of convention centre.

The methods employed for this study included several online studies which include analysis of local market conditions,

competitive/comparable facilities and host communities, industry characteristics/trends, site/location, and cost/benefit

aspects. A detailed analysis concerning the event capture, utilization levels, financial operations and the economic

impacts associated with a convention centre under each of the three development scenarios. The aim of this report is

to provide a better understanding of the complexity of convention centre design, by exploring the role of the architect

as a creative practitioner serving a multi-billion dollar global industry.

Keywords: Expos, Commercial exhibitions, Host communities, Convention

WINDOWS AND ENERGY EFFECIENCY1080100029Devasheesh Sing h

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

Today, in the modern day scenario when architecture of the world has reached its peak, where nothing seems

impossible. When we move around the city we see building facades completely cladded with glass. What is the real

effect of such designs on building? It on one hand, effects the environment but also consumes a lot of energy. Energy

consumption can be reduced by appropriate designing and positioning of windows on the building envelope.

Approach: the main aim of the study is to find the various energy efficient methods applied for appropriate usage of

windows on the building envelope.


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PARAMETRIC DESIGN1080100030K Kav i [email protected]

ABSTRACTContemporary avant-garde architecture is addressing the demand for an increased level of expressed complexity by

means of retooling its method on the basis of parametric design. The ground of parametric design is the generation of

geometry from the definition of a family of initial parameters and the design of formal relations they keep with each

other.

The benefit of this process is immediate and is fundamental when minimizing the effort needed to create and test

design variants. It is the use of algorithm and advanced computational techniques not for the sake of drawing shapes

but creating formal possibilities. Parametric and generative modelling have become increasingly popular in the world of

architectural design. This has caused many software developers to release applications that support this kind of

modelling. Like ketia, bentley, grasshopper for rhino etc.

This paper is aimed to gain better understanding of the phenomenon of parametric design and the process involved in

designing with parameters and the use of parametric modelling softwares.

SETTLEMENT ALONG THE LAKE PICHOLA , UDAIPUR,

1080100031Nimi tha [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Aim of the paper is to undertake a critical appreciation of the historic and cultural quarter along the eastern edge of

Lake Pichola in Udaipur, which is a result of its unique context with the objective of understanding the forces that

supports this development, examine its existing state and highlight key concerns.

The study is limited to the historic core along the waterfront and its related structures along the eastern bank of Lake

Pichola in Udaipur. The study demonstrated that the historic core along the lake front is a result of evolution that has

been guided by dominant determinants such as its socio-economic hierarchy/structure, political, cultural, and religious

factors, climate, availability of materials and technology.


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PROPORTION SYSTEMS IN ARCHITECTURE1080100032Kumar Rahul [email protected]

ABSTRACT

This dissertation is an attempt to establish the relationship between different proportioning systems and the use of

module in architecture. The relationship between the two has always created a sense of order and has provided an

aesthetic rationale among the various elements in architectural design. Thus the dissertation highlights the application

of proportioning systems in architecture.

PHENOMENOLOGICAL CONCEPTS IN ARCHITECTURE

1080100033Upare Swapni l V [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem statement:Architecture is not only the physical form of the building we inhabit, but a place, memory and time

in which we see, hear, touch, smell, taste, feel, intuit, know, understand and live. Therefore, architecture is a natural

subject for phenomenological investigation. As individuals, we immerse ourselves in the spaces we inhabit and form

our own individual and unique experiences. By immersing ourselves in the spaces we inhabit, we interact with the

form, textures and smells of the building which we are in. Can an inert thing such as a building help support the

development of human beings' experiences; therefore help with his or her understanding of the world that they are

physically in? This dissertation seeks to find solution describing the role of users, architects and architecture. Also the

paper emphasize on phenomenology as a solution for user oriented design.

Approach:The study was based on a conventional review and analysis from a series of internet research and

literature study of research paper and textbook. A framework of various senses of human experiences has been

referred with user approach. Reference of website reporting the real time data of the buildings has been refereed

which provide a framework of problems and solution of users across the globe.

Conclusion: The concept of phenomenological architecture seeks to provide a balanced and holistic physical

manifestation of explaining, describing and representing an architectural intention that places emphasis on the human

experience. The human experience includes paying particular emphasis on some of the essentials which help

develops an experience. This therefore creates a focus by using architecture as a catalyst in creating human

experiences. Phenomenology added with architecture does not fully explain phenomenological architecture, but it is

how architecture works and helps encourage phenomena and experiences which creates phenomenological

architecture.


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VERTICAL GARDEN1080100034Vin i ta [email protected]

ABSTRACT

In 21st century, one of the biggest challenges is to bring the nature into urban areas and perhaps the most effective

and spectacular resolution is the vertical garden. In India, as the urbanism is drastically increasing which is also

majorly responsible for the shortage and lack of spaces for greenery and gardens, it gives an effective task to be

performed for the eco friendly environment. This research has been emphasized on integration of plants vertically on

the building walls and facades that also plays a vital role for the energy conservation by the building as well as

improving the living quality into these vertical cities. This study focuses on understanding the benefits these gardens

provide for buildings and the environment. Some benefits includes the storm-water control, sound insulation, air

quality, and energy reduction. Data recorded from test cells compared thermal differences between buildings and

portions of buildings with Vertical Gardens and without. Moreover, Vertical Gardens affect indoor energy but were only

considered to be saving energy if it was sustainable because, otherwise we are wasting energy on the vertical garden

to save some energy with the usage of less air conditioning. After the whole research and analysis , it has been

concluded that the installation of the vertical gardens in buildings and houses just would not give an aesthetic look and

the eco friendly results but it would also be very helpful in spreading the awareness and implementing the inspiration

for future for a better and green environment.

Keywords: Vertical Garden, Integration of plants, green wall, energy saving, ecological impact, design technology.

MODERN INTERPRETATION OF TRADITIONAL INDIAN ARCHITECTURE1080100035Soman Arun [email protected]

ABSTRACT

INVENTING THE FUTURE, REDISCOVERING THE PAST India has a great architectural heritage of temples,

mosques, palaces and forts. So much so that whenever architecture is thought of in conjunction with India, images of

the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and South Indian temples are conjured up in our minds. But as the time changes

architecture also changes according to the needs, technology, economy etc. British ruling over India changed the

architecture in many ways. After Independence India started changing rapidly, so as the Indian architecture. But the

heritage of the Indian architecture keeps reflecting in many Indian buildings. From flats systems are made as per

Vastushastra to decoration around public buildings. But at many places these elements are being blindly copied for the

fenestration, without knowing its meaning and origin. The traditional spaces and elements has to be studied,

understood and reproduced with the modern requirements and Symbolize the influence and culture over the area.User and viewer could easily get connect to the structure.


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FLOOR AND FLOORING MATERIAL1080100036Mohd. [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The tight schedule of developing designing and managing facilities limits the time and resources needed to correctly

access the full cost of the building materials. As a result, the selection of flooring materials by designers or facility

managers is commonly driven solely by initial cost. This leads to the lack of the appropriate services that the material

should provide to the respective building functionality. Furthermore, maintenance cost of the materials used only to

minimize the initial cost isnt kept in mind. This might lead to a high life cycle cost of the material used.

The study evaluates the definition of floor, its existence and values as an architectural element, and the flooring

material currently available in India. The characteristics of different available materials, sizes, maintenance required.The selection of material by calculation of the life cycle cost of alternate materials.

APPROACH TO RAIN WATER HARVESTING IN THE GOLDEN DESERT RAJASTHAN,

INDIA

1080100037Pradeep Kumar Bagr i

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement Till about thirty years back, the areas around our homes and offices used to be unpaved and the

rain falling on these areas would percolate into the soil and remain there for being drawn through shallow open wells.

With the proliferation of flat complexes, not only have these areas been paved and percolation of rainwater into the soil

almost totally stopped, the quantity of water drawn from the soil below has increased manifold. Consequently open

wells and not - so - deep bore wells started drying up. The reason is that no sincere attempt is made to replenish the

ground water table with rainwater during the monsoon. The Rainwater harvesting is the simple collection or storing ofwater through scientific techniques from the areas where the rain falls. It involves utilization of rain water for the

domestic or the agricultural purpose. The method of rain water harvesting has been into practice since ancient times. It

is as far the best possible way to conserve water and awaken the society towards the importance of water. The

method is simple and cost effective too. It is especially beneficial in the areas, which faces the scarcity of water.

People usually make complaints about the lack of water. Small scale water harvesting work not only helps in

increasing water availability but also in enhancing productivity of food grain and fodder and allowing income

generation. During the monsoons lots of water goes waste into the gutters. And this is when Rain water Harvesting

proves to be the most effective way to conserve water. We can collect the rain water into the tanks and prevent it from


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flowing into drains and being wasted. It is practiced on the large scale in the metropolitan cities. Rain water harvesting

comprises of storage of water and water recharging through the technical process.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES IN THE EASTERN COAST OF INDIA

1080100039Bik ramj i t [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement- The east coast of India has been known to geographers for a long time as a low lying stretch of

land bordered on the west by mountains which stretches from near Kanyakumari on the south to the Ganges plain on

the northeast. An East Indian coast house may look different from that of the West Indian coast house because of

different climatic conditions. But attention must be given to deal successfully with coastal environment problems like

salt spray, termites, moisture and high winds. This design research oriented seminar focuses on a comprehensive

study of the design and construction of different building elements for the eastern coast of India. Approach- The study

was based on a conventional review and analysis of the definitions from a series of texts, case studies and interview

with few architects working in the eastern coast of India. Conclusion- This study will focus on developing proposals of

building elements using different building techniques or proposing alternatives for the existing building elements.

GLOBAL URBAN CRISIS: INTERACTIVE STREET = SAFE-CITIES

1080100040Michael [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement The urban world is upon us. For the first time in history, more people live in cities than in

countryside. Virtually all world population growth for at least the next fifty year will be in cities, and cities of the

developing world will absorb most of the increase. The city are the place where a certain energized crowding of people

take place and streets and their sidewalks, are the main public spaces of a city, they are its most vital organ. This arethe citys streets and sidewalk that make a city look interesting or dull. But recently, streets have been reduced to a

more restricted role of serving as conduits for the movement of automobiles. This is not the only scenario, with rapid

urbanization and globalization, the streets, sidewalk, bordering uses and their users, have become an active

participant in the drama of civilization versus barbarism in the cities. Hence giving rise to Street Crime in the urban

street and sidewalk. This dissertation tries to find solution for crime growth in cities neighborhood and role of street to

prevent it.

Approach - The study was based on a conventional review and analysis from a series of Internet research, literature

study of research paper, textbook and a toolkit for well- designed streets with human approach. An approach has been


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made to understand the deeper human needs and his relationship with the streets. A trial has been done to establish a

relationship between crimes, growth of grey areas and the role of street as a crime cop.

Conclusion - The bedrock attribute of a successful city district is that a person must feel personally safe and secure on

the street among all these strangers. Thus improving the physical condition of street will make a city more citizen

friendly but also sustainable by providing equal space and safety to all its users.

ADVERSE EFFECT OF URBAN HOUSING AND TOWNSHIPS ON ENVIRONMENT

AND SOCIETY OF OUR COUNTRY

1080100041Rajdip [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement - Indias cities are growing rapidly due to the increase in population, resulting in a wide variety of

environmental stresses. Certain projects have come up which are largely responsible for environmental degradation.

One of he notable example of such project is Lavasa, the picturesque planned hill station being developed by

Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) near Pune, is facing charges of illegal land acquisition and environmental

violations and construction has been stayed pending an inquiry. This paper reports on the findings of a study to seek

and reveal the real negative effects of the Lavasa township project (Pune) on society and environment. Approach The

study was based on the various setbacks and violations made by project which are exposed by social activists likeMedha Patekar and Anna Hazare , various reports on the national and local newspapers, The Ministry of environment

and forest(MOEF) notifications and EIA Reports. Conclusion - This study shows that how the environment protection

system works nowadays in our country. How environment is affected by the dilemma between state government and

central government environmental norms, how the Environmental Impact Assessment has been violated. What lies

ahead in future for our country with or without these projects? How to overcome such problems, what are the

suggestions that are prescribed

VENICE: EVOLUTION AND SUBMERGENCE

1080100042 As h ish Gau [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem statement - this paper reports on the evolution and construction techniques used in venice since ages. And its

slow submergence in water due to rise in water level of adriatic sea and its impact on future of the lagoon city.

Approach - the study was based on analysis of evolution, techniques, needs and methods used for creating the unique

city of venice. It has very impressive architectural features with romanesque architecture applied over most unique site


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and surroundings. The use of wood is major and unique part (proved as very unusual but workable idea) of their

construction i.e. Use of wood in piles for creating a platform to build, use of wood in bridges etc. With passage of time it

has went through lots of problems. And the major among that is of its submergence into the lagoon, which puts its

future in danger. Venice is facing the problem of depopulation from last few decades threatening the future of venice

as a deserted day visit able city. High tides and low tides are now so usual for venice disturbing the life of venetian

people and harming the buildings. Conclusion the construction techniques used for evolving venice are very unique.

They can be used in todays context with keeping new technology in mind to create more interesting agglomerations

like venice. Solutions to the problems of venice have been one of the most widely discussed topic among researchers,

travellers etc. The paper examines some of such researches and their positives and negatives according to feasibility

and their impact.

NEED FOR WATERLESS COMPOST TOILETS

1080100043Rohi t Ja [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement I have dedicated my paper to highlight dangerous model of sanitation system in our country.

Approach- My Approach is a mix of case studies, surveys, research, analysis and findings done in a direction to reach

an alternate solution that could replace present toilets. Conclusion- This paper concludes that Waterless compost toilet

is the answer for todays major health problems.

SACRED SPACES

1080100044Rahul Ku mar [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Spirituality and sanctity are some of the most important qualities that can be expressed through architecture. These

qualities and the spaces that express them also play a fundamental role in our existence. They are experienced across

many lands and cultures and with many beliefs and practices. My argument maintains that these powerful experiences

should not be limited to only a certain group of users, but rather should be open for all to experience. This type of

architectural expression need not be limited to merely religious uses or members of a particular religious group but

should extend beyond the limitations and rules of religion and embrace multitudes of people, beliefs, uses and

qualities. This dissertation explores the idea of sacred space and what it means in an urban context. It also questions

how to create physical space that can bethe gateway or transition to spiritual communication with another realm of

being, that can allow healing and learning to take place, and that can provide an escape or retreat from the ordinary.

The dissertation project is an architectural exploration of designing spaces that search for these qualities of the sacred.


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TENSIGRITY AND ITS APPLICATION IN ARCHITECTURE

1080100045Dharanidharan [email protected]

ABSTRACT

This deals with study of the Tensegrity principles and their application to Architecture .Origins of this principle,

definition of the structural characteristics and fundamental concepts of the so called continuous tension-discontinuous

compression , possible ways to use tensegrity structures in Architecture have been discussed. Approach The

intended purpose is achieved by understanding structural principles of tensegrity, the fundamental forces at play, the

characteristics of these structures, as well as their advantages and weakness when applying them to Architecture. The

study is based on references about precedent works that have been important for the development of tensegrity

structures. Conclusion - The qualities of tensegrity structures which make the technology attractive for human use are

their resilience and their ability to use materials in a very economical way. Tensegrity structures are inherently material

efficient and highly adaptable, with tension and compression members only present along necessary load paths and

sustaining each other in force equilibrium, rather than one leaning on the other.

TRANSITION SPACES ACTS AS A L INK BETWEEN SPACES

1080100046Varun [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement - This paper reports on the research that defines transitional spaces and its types. And to study its

experimental and behavioral aspect i.e. quantitative dimension of transition as perceived in public spaces. And to

achieve the basic understanding of the concept of transition, its elements, the psychological impact of transitional

spaces and its use. Approach - The study was based on a conventional review and analysis on the idea of transition,

its character, factor governing its making, the changing role of transition spaces and its nature with a change. This

dissertation analysis transition at two levels i) from the external streets to the built form ii) from the exterior of the built

form to interior. The case studies analysis the change in nature and form of transition. My case will be restricted to

mainly transitional open spaces and building type- public buildings. Conclusion Transition spaces play a major role in

any built environment. This seminar helps us in forming a clear understanding of various types of transition spaces,

there uses in public buildings, principles adapted for designing and helps in formulating guidelines for planning. The

transitory function and spaces are the most important unifying aspect in the design of a building of any built form.


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PROTECTION OF TRADITIONAL HOUSES OF THE KUKI TRIBE

1080100048Lunk im T ingnei lam Khongsa [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Traditional houses are part of the individuality of a tribe which people generally tend to overlook.

This paper will discuss the traditional house of the Kuki tribe in Manipur, and signify its local techniques and materials

of construction of both the traditional and new houses, the transformation of the houses due to the influence of external

factors, the importance of the old over the new and vice versa.

Field observation and building measurements are conducted to obtain primary data. Then analysis based on two main

aspects, 1) building configuration and 2) building structural system, is performed.

With reference to the changing outlook of people and to cope with the present trends, old techniques and materials willbe replaced by new and better techniques and materials without losing the importance of what has been inherited

through generations. This will bring to attention the old and new affordable materials (examples can be given of metal

roofing to create gabled roof, continued use of bamboo as construction material and stilt construction, etc.) which can

be improved to bring about preservation of the old traditional houses.

The study will therefore bring about awareness among the Kuki tribe and the different communities that exist today

about the importance of preserving the identity of oneself through adoption and adjusting with the current trend without

losing the advancement achieved over the period of time through traditional architecture because identity is what

makes a person unique from the other.

INFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGY ON BUILT FORM

1080100049Ghoniya Rahul [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Contemporary way of designing, production and construction has deeply changed the way through which architectsand designers used to design and develop their concepts. Development of new software also known as BIM (Building

Information modeling) has given great flexibility in built form generation. It changes the trend of architecture and built

form. Buildings are becoming more fluid in form. Softwares broke the traditional geometry and created new possibilities

to design and execute exemplary forms. It led to new design approach like parametric design, generative design,

digital architecture, cybertecture etc. Current climatic situation and global warming is forcing us to think about it and

design sustainable buildings. This is possible with the help of analytical software/ program. And by-product buildings

are climatically becoming more efficient. At the same time day by day the construction industry and material

manufacturing is also becoming advanced. Because of Integration of BIM in construction industry, cloud based data

transfer and virtual office concept it is now possible to execute hypothetical complex structures. Emerging technologies

have changed the way of production and manufacturing process and made it possible to create our imagination which


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was restricted at one point of time. Without these technologies Innovative mammoth like Birds Nest-Beijing National

Stadium for 2008 Summer Olympics and Paralympics would not have come up. Emerging technologies leads to

create new utopian concepts and futuristic design in architecture.

URBAN CONSERVATION AND REDEVELOPMENT OF CONNAUGHT PLACE, NEW

DELHI

1080100050Roshan [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement - The paper presents the integrated and consultative approach followed in the development of

improvement proposals for urban renewal, heritage conservation and all components of road traffic i.e. Vehicular

traffic, pedestrians, parking and the inter-modal integration including private and public (bus & metro) modes.

Connaught Place, the showpiece of Lutyen's Delhi has historically enjoyed a unique position as Delhis prime Central

Business District (CBD). It is gradually reclaiming its lost glory with the operation of interchange station of

MetroRailway.

Approach - The study was based on a conventional review and analysis of the definitions from a series of texts. The

first step in cleaning the Capital's cultural and commercial hub of its ugly acquirements and decongesting it is to

declare it a heritage site. Connaught Place is an extremely important landmark of the Capital not only from commercialbut also cultural and urban design point of view and we have to sensitise the people to its value and history. The

redevelopment will involve reorganisation of traffic flows, reassessment of parking requirements, redesigning roads,

streets, lights, drainage and sewerage, re-landscaping the Central Plaza and restoration of the heritage facade of the

place and modernisation of existing structures.

CITY IN A CITY (DHARAVI)

1080100051Pooja Kumar [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The urban slum in the less developed world has an overwhelming significance of place for its dwellers: it determines

who they are, what they do, where they go, and whom they know. Dharavi in mumbai exemplifies what is most ugly

and what is most inspiring about slum life in a city. . How

Should it be redeveloped to remove the ugliness and yet retain its community spirit, enterprise, ambitions and hope?

Current plans are focused on profit-making, by developers and government, with the welfare of the residents an

incidental nuisance. The result could be that the present residents will sell out and flee, leaving dharavi in the hands of


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high-income occupants living at more comfortable densities. An alternative would be to provide the essential

infrastructure of water supply and sanitation, frame rules for redevelopment, and leave it to organisations of the

residents themselves to take up reconstruction as and when they wish, in consonance with an overall plan.

IMPACT OF ARCHITECTURE IN ENVIRONMENT (Public Buildings)

Yeto [email protected]

ABSTRACT

A study of architecture and its effects on people yields a tremendous amount of learning from very diverse subjects. It

certainly became apparent that the so-called simple act of experiencing structure and environments involves so many

different aspects. The cognitive function alone seems fantastic itself when one considers the eyes move together at

nine hundred degrees per second bringing our gaze on a target within 25 milliseconds. The eyes process an

unbelievable volume of light frequency information along with the brain that processes what is seen or what is believed

to be there and perhaps fill in the gaps for what may be missing. Such an understanding of behaviour and environment

might be helpful in the design of public buildings or otherworldly extra-terrestrial environments. It seems evident that

people have a preference to generating patterns out of an innate inner need to constancy and predictability opposite

the unpredictability and chaos extant in the natural universe. As to a connection between architecture and people We

apparently enjoy the input from patterns, and this enjoyment often increases with the complexity of a pattern; however,this is true only for complex patterns that have some sort of ordering. The precise nature of this effect remains

imprecise and largely intuitive.

INNOVATIONS IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN INDIA

1080100053Rebakah Kur [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Problem Statement Urbanisation took effect in India after independence. Though it helped in increasing Indias

economy, the country also witnessed a substantial increase in rate of migration particularly from rural to urban areas. A

better job and a higher pay were the major incentives. The steady increase in rate of migration developed a huge gap

between the demand and supply of shelters for the migrants. Drastic shortage of housing led to the emergence of

slums and squatters in the cities. People started settling wherever they found space close to their work places, in

public and private land, so that cost on transportation would be minimised. Current statistics show that 26% of the

urban population in India live in slums and is projected to increase in the future. Unless this growing trend is stopped

the growth and development of the entire nation will be effected.


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Approach -The study concentrates on exploring the construction of mass housing for the urban poor using innovative

building materials against the conventional methodology, to drive the development of cost-effective affordable housing

in India and to put an end to urban poverty at large in the country. The conventional practices in construction of mass

housing are often time consuming and sometimes poor in terms of the quality and energy efficiency. This study

includes leveraging the innovative/appropriate technology to enhance pace of construction of affordable housing and

ensure on-time, to-budget delivery.

Conclusion Indias population is constantly on the rise and is projected to be the most populous in the country by the

year 2030. But the land available is constant. We therefore need to solve this problem of housing shortage at the

earliest. And how effectively we use our resources will determine our future.

ARCHITECTURE AND DANCE: THE PARALLELS

1080100054Kheyal i Majumdar

[email protected]

ABSTRACT

Dance and architecture have much in common. While the dancer or choreographer plans movements in space through

a series of written or drawn diagrams, so too does an architect create movements by the formation and organization of

space. How can architecture inspire movement through space? Or create buildings and spaces that represents motion.

It intriguing the ways through which an architect manipulates a person's movement. How do well-designed spaces

engage people in moving through them? Or what if architects could build living systems rather than static buildings

that could modify their internal and external forms.

The beauty of introducing dancing to architecture and architecture to dancing is the paradox of the moving and the

static, yet both heading for the same intention, dealing with the power of representation accordingly to the rules of

nature, acting within the framework of space and time.

TYPOLOGICAL ANALYSIS AND COMPARISION OF EARTH ARCHITECTURE

1080100055Akshar Men [email protected]

ABSTRACT

Man has been endowed with a reason, with a power to create, so that he can add to what hes been given, perhaps he

has always been given ignorance to the nature. Forests keeps disappearing, rivers dry up, wild lives becomes extinct,

the climates ruined and land grows poor and uglier and world has become jungle of concrete structures. When we start

seeing land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use with love and respect. The use of natural

conventional material can drain the available natural resources .this clearly indicates the need of alternative building

technologies like once mentioned in the paper.


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If the detailing and application methods of earth material are studied and experienced then it becomes easy to produce

everlasting buildings from earth. Taking the ground soil on which we walk and play, analyzing it and mixing some other

components with it to strengthen it for building and following the techniques, which have evolved through times, is all

we have to do for getting an environmentally and ecologically beneficial structure. Only then perhaps it will be possible

again to have new buildings that reflect the local identities of local environment and culture and serve it

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