““ A CONFLUENCE OF IDEAS”A CONFLUENCE OF IDEAS”

CASESTUDY CASESTUDY

Chapter 3Case studies

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““ A CONFLUENCE OF IDEAS”A CONFLUENCE OF IDEAS”

CASESTUDY CASESTUDY

3.1INDIA HABITAT CENTER

The India Habitat Centre is planned as an assemblage of institutions dealing with a wide variety of issues related to habitat and also to house a variety of functions to stimulate and facilitate many levels of interaction. It has been conceived as an ideal physical environment with a range of facilities that

would maximize the effectiveness of the individuals and institutions.

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Plate no.3.1.a View Of India Habitat Centre

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Several leading corporate entities and non-profit organizations like Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI), HUDCO, NHB, CII, ILO etc., sharing a common concern for the 'Habitat', have come together to participate in this exciting venture of institution building. IndiaHabitat Centre is now home not only to these offices and research organizations but houses a club, India's most comprehensive convention centre as well as several restaurants and performance venues for cultural activities.

The India Habitat Center was conceived to provide a physical environment which would serve as a catalyst for a synergetic relationship between individuals and institutions

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Fig no. 3.1.a Ground Floor Plan Of IHC

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3.1.1Intent of study:

• To study the interrelationship between institutions working in diverse habitat related fields brought together in an integrated manner.

• The common facilities provided for information, dissemination – the types, their sizes and location.

• To study the environment created inside the complex through different architectural elements, façade treatment, materials, landscape and climate-tempered courtyards.

• To critically analyze the offices provided to various institutions/Individual firms.

Finally to analyze the architectural character, circulation-vehicular, and pedestrian, the services provided and the parking for vehicles.

3.1.2 Location:

The India Habitat Centre (IHC) is located along the Lodhi Road on the fringes of Lutyen’s Delhi. Spread over nine acres of land IHC has a built-up area of approximately one million square feet. The L –shaped site has frontage on the three sides. It is bounded by the Max Muller Marg on west, the Vardhman Marg on south and the Lodhi road on the north. The Fourth side is flanked by Bal Bharthi School. The complex is accessible from three sides, the major pedestrian entrance being from lodhi road on the north.

LODHI ROAD

LODHI ROAD VARDHAMAN ROAD

LAYOUT OF INDIA HABITAT CENTRE

MAX MULLER ROAD

Fig no. 3.1.2.a Layout of India Habitat

Plate no. 3.1.2.a View of North Block

3.1.3 Access;

The complex has an access from three sides having the Lodhi Road on the north, Max Muller Marg towards the west and Vardhaman Marg on the southern side. Thus, it has three main gates, referred to as gate no. 1, gate no. 2 and gate no. 3. Gate no. 2, on the Max Muller Marg is the one, which directly leads to the double level basement. The lifts then take to the upper levels form this point. The other two gates direct the vehicles to the surface parking that has been

provided. This parking basically caters to the public areas like the conference hall,

3.1.4 Facilities:

The I.H.C. provides the following facilities for the use of member: • 40,000 square meters of office accommodation for institutions. • Conference rooms with a total capacity of 1000 in 10 locations of different configurations ranging from 30 to 450. • 60 Guest room, five suites, and five service apartments. • Conference room, cafeteria, Restaurants and Private Dinning room to handle approximately 1500 persons at a time.• A 700 sqm exhibition area with built in systems and structures for multimedia exhibitions. • A 250 seat amphitheatre. • An auditorium with 500 capacity.

A unique library/resource center with e-mail links to Resources Centers abroad.

Other facilities include an Art gallery, Executive fitness center, Bank, Travel agency, Gift shop, Dish antenna with multi-channel cable TV and piped music, corporate Post Office and underground parking 1000 cars and 2000 two-wheelers. With 97,000m2 of built up area, Habitat Centre provides a variety of related activities and institutions, with a density of approximately 1000-person/acre (total area= 9 acres).25 percent of the total area goes into the landscaped courts.

Plate no 3.1.3 a Internal View of India Habitat Centre

3.1.5 The Spatial organization:

The habitat centre is organized as a series of four to seven storey blocks around linked shaded courtyards. The built forms are grouped around climate tempered courts, shaded by overhead sunscreens and are enlivened by vertical gardens. The complex has a very well planned segregation of spaces. All blocks /areas, which are expected to experience a large and regular inflow of public have

been placed very close to the entrances; the office areas being given the access from the inside of the courtyards. Although the public and the semi-public areas have been placed in separate built blocks, the courts and the landscape areas form a very good connection between the two. The landscape forms a very integral part of the design and seems to be a part of the builtscape.

3.1.6 The planning and important features:

• The complex is accessed from all sides the major pedestrian entrance being from Lodhi Road on the north. The distribution of various functions on the site is simple• The two blocks on Lodhi road are handed over to offices on the top and reserved for public facilities on the ground floor. • The third block on the south, houses common facilities like a conference center, a large auditorium, library and a guest house. Two basements house all the parking and services extend under the entire block. Restaurants and exhibition spaces on the ground floor open out into the courts, with the courts also being used for the public exhibitions.

NORTH BLOCK(OFFICES ON TOP & PUBLIC FACILITIES ON GROUND FLOOR)

SOUTH BLOCK(AUDITORIUM, LIBRARY, CONFERENCE CENTER)

Plate no. 3.1.6.a View Showing Blocks Of IHC

Table no. 3.1.5.a Area Statement Of IHC

• The ground was perceived as a vehicle-free environment, and a fairly elaborate system worked out to deny entrance to all motorized traffic except for repair and fire. All cars and scooters are directed into two levels of basements. The conference block is the only one that allows entry to vehicles.Building volumes are articulated to form interconnected internal courtyards that are the major

public spaces.

•Another factor that governs the design was the effort to modify the climate as much as possible by non-mechanical means. Thus, the top two floors have been projected twice. This results in a building shadow that is larger than its footprint it also creates a classical order of the pediment.

•The introduction of a sunscreen, a highly dramatic feature of the IHC, ingeniously protects the courtyard from the summer glare while letting on the winter sun, and is a very successful innovation that greatly enhances the enclosure qualities of the courts. Further reduction in heat gain is achieved by keeping the openings on the external façade to less than 50% of the surface area, while strip windows characterize the facades around the courtyard .

Building blocks are grouped around climate tempered courts, shaded by overhead sunscreens and enlivened by vertical gardens.

Plate no.3.1.6.b Green Space In The Courtyards

Plate no.3.1.6.c Sunscreen above Courtyards

3.1.7 Important spaces and their functions:

The complex is planned and divided into two blocks: North block South block

3.1.7.1 North block:The block adjoining the Lodhi Road and on the northern side of the site is this block. North Block is further divided into four zones – 4, 5, 6 and 7. This block primarily comprises of office places supported by different areas like lift lobby, staircase, A.H.U. etc.

3.1.7.2 South block:

This block is further divided into `two’ zones – 1 & 2, and houses most of ancillary facilities for the North block

like residential guest rooms, conference, library, health club, swimming pool and restaurant etc. The zone 3 comprises of a 400 seats auditorium.

The IHC contains a variety of functions that cater to almost all types of requirements. Major office spaces are located in the blocks adjacent to the main streets; the associated functions such as guest rooms, staff quarters and the auditorium are adjacent to the Lodhi Colony Housing. The blocks housing the offices are articulated to form the three courtyards, the ground floor of which contain public functions such as exhibition spaces, fast-food restaurants, banks,etc and access to the vertical cores. The blocks adjacent to the housing area have been progressively reduced in volume and the auditorium is set back substantially

Plate no. 3.1.7.2.a South

Plate no.3.1.7.1.a North Block

from the plot ine to create a distinct entry.

3.1.7.3 AUDITORIUM BLOCK:

This block comprises of auditoriums of varying capacities and basement theatres being used forth conference purposes.

MAIN AUDITORIUM

Main auditorium has the translation system for three languages. It is easily operable by the user as selection can be done from the seats itself. There is a provision for controlling volume too.

Main auditorium is also provided ith Mahagony room, a hall suited for small gathering with attached kitchenette and washroom apart from control rooms and projector room on the first floor.

Green room lacks the usual requirement of toilets.

Ground floor also has offices & coffee lounge.

The level difference between two-seat platforms is 1–6 which makes viewing bsolutely obstruction free. This auditorium has been provided with balcony seating too.

Double wall system avoids sounds disturbance from outside.

Area of this auditorium is 6200 sq. ft. – and it has a capacity of 537 persons

Fig no. 3.1.7.3.a Plan Of Auditorium

3.1.7.4 Office block:• General office spaces are located mainly in the blocks adjacent to the main streets, and are provided as free flowing spaces without internal partitions. • Service core consisting of two lifts, one staircase, A.H.U. room, electric and telephone connections (adjustable), duct and toilets for both sexes- serve the office space.

• All office spaces have the flexibility of providing their own wet areas apart from those provided in the central court.

• Office spaces measure approximately 14.15 m X 14.15 m, and 33.1 m X 14.75 m. • The entire building is air-conditioned and the basements are mechanically ventilated. ceiling, ceiling reduces to 3.0 m. • The floor-to-floor height is 3.75 m, but with A.C. Ducts running across the height of office space with false . ceiling reduces to 3.0 m.

• There is sufficient light in the interiors of the offices due to strip windows along the side-facing courtyard.

3.1.7.5 Convention Center Block:

Plate 3.1.7.5.a Entry To Convention Centre

Plate no. 3.1.7.4.a

The convention centre provides the following:Several halls with varied capacities, multimedia and audio visual equipment.

*20 concurrent sessions are possible.*Inbuilt archival system.*Built in projection facilities.*Secretariat and documentation centre.*Finest banquets and innovative theme partie

Plate no 3.1.7.5.b View Of Convention Centre

• Cultural and entertainment events diary • Covered parking for 1000 cars and 2000 two wheelers. A 535-seat auditorium apart from the following meeting rooms has been provided.

3.1.8 Description of various facilities provided in the convention

3.1.8.1 Business CentreDocumentation Centre has 6 cabins or 6 workstatio an be hired for variable periods of time. Fitted with all modern business documentation centre provides an ideal setting for a , international conference basement areas.

3.1.8.2 Trinity Rooms (In basement) Kadamba, Rudraksha and Amaltas are extremely flexible set with individual as well as combined usage possibilities. These can be used for workshops, boardmeetings, theatres and cultural performances.

Plate no 3.1.7.5.c View from front of convention centre

Plate no 3.1.8.1.b Internal View Of Trinity

Plate no 3.1.8.1.a Business Centre

3.1.8.3 Jacaranda

Elegantly carpeted jacaranda could be used as one large space or further divided into independent units for corporate meetings, seminars, workshops and parties.

Jacaranda 1 - 1290sq.ft

Jacaranda 2 – 1290sq.ft

3.1.8.4 CasuarinaA fixed seating hall equipped with state of the art, multimedia facilities and each table equipped with a set of mike, ideal for seminars, corporate presentations, product launches.Casuarinas – 1520sq.ft

3.1.8.5 MagnoliaA free seating h all allowing flexible seating options suited for both conferences and party usage.

Plate no 3.1.8.5.a Internal View Of Magnolia

Plate no 3.1.8.4.a IntView Of Casuarina

Plate no 3.1.8.3.a Internal View Of

3.1.8.6 OUTDOOR VENUES:

AREA SEATING The Hub 650 -

Margosa Lawn 5200 160

Silk Cotton Garden 2700 85

Emerald Garden 2800 80

Cascade Court 12583 -

Palm Court 16170 -

The Plaza 4000 450

Silver Oak Garden 6000 -

Thee beautifully landscaped environs of India Habitat Centre provide brilliant outdoor party and performance venues that could bestow that extra sparkle upon any function.

3.1.9 ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTERISTICS

3.1.9.1 THE BRIDGES:

The buildings are grouped around semi-covered courts and linked at the 5th and 6th floor level and above by bridges to form huge gateways for entrance into various zones/ courts. These multi level bridges provide office spaces as well as links between various building zones. The bridges form framed views and vistas and complete the character of the enclosed courts.

Plate no 3.1.9.1.a Bridge Forming Huge

Plate no 3.1.8.6.a Views of Landscaped Evirons Of

3.1.9.2 SHADING DEVICES:

Shading devices that reject and reflect the unwanted solar energy provide a pleasant climate at low cost without consumption of energy in their operation. Although it is difficult to create energy it is easy to deflect, absorb or even reject energy.

A system of open to sky, shaded canopies over the large paved courts, provide relief from tropical sun with fixed shade casting elements, devised to shade the courtyards in summer, and the let in the sun in the winter.

Such a shading device reduces load on air conditioning system.

A 1.2m deep galvanized steel tubular framework stretches edge to edge across the courtyard and is anchored to concrete overhangs at the edges.

Shade casting leaves of PVC coated nylon fabric, approximately 1.6x1.4m in size are anchored at the predetermined angles within this framework to

provide shading element.

3.1.9.3 FINISHES• The external finish for the building was originally visualized in brushed aggregate (grit), carefully controlled to result in a dark base that became a progressively lighter as the building was viewed against the sky. This could not be implemented because of the lack of skilled labour.

. •Exposed brickwork with exposed R.C.C in

cantilevered corridors

• Ceramic Tiles-Green, Red & Grey used in extensions to defne verticality and also

Plate no 3.1.9.2.a Shading Devices above

Plate no 3.1.9.3.a Exposed Brickwork

in interiors of lobby and lifts are used to give an effect of flow

3.1.9.4 BUILT FORM

• The I.H.C. has different Building volumes articulated to form interconnected internal courtyards, which are the major public spaceThe service cores rise to maximum height above rest of the structure creating interesting blocking

Building blocks are linked at the fifth and sixth floor level and above by bridges to form framed huge gateways for entrance to various zones/court. The bridges form framed view & vistas and complete the character of the enclosed courts. • The roof of the building is designed as a series of terraces accessible from various offices and restaurants.

3.1.9.5 LANDSCAPING Each internal courtyard has been designed to impart a distinct-identity to the spaces and is conducive to the type of functions or activities that can be anticipated. This has been achieved by paving patterns in different materials, the use of water, a play of levels and plants Stepped planters serve as sitting space too. Palm trees have been planted to create a refreshing environment inside. Sculptures have been placed at strategic points creating an element of interest.

• Water ponds are provided to cut the rigidity of harsh materials.

•The roof of the building, too, is designed as a series of terraces, which have been entirely converted into roof gardens.

• The external spaces have a more formal quality, to act as a foreground for the building.

• The facades abound in window boxes, where plants further soften the wall surfaces.

Plate no 3.1.9.5.a Water Bodies Provided To Cut the Rigidity of Harsh Material

Plate no 3.1.9.b Landscaped

3.2 Vigyan bhavan

Vigyan Bhawan is India’s largest and most prestigious conference center which has been hosting numerous conventions and conference at the national and international level as early as from 1956 when it was designed and constructed by CPWD. It is one of the centre in India whose conferencing facilities can compete with those in

any corner of the world; very close to international standards.

It has been venue for many historical and politically relevant summits, seminars and conferences, attended by distinguished world centre world leaders and dignitaries. Various NAM (non aligned movement) conferences, the CHOGM (common wealth heads of government meet) etc., first being the UNESCO conferences.

It was completely destroyed in a fire in1990 and building contents and

service systems such as furnishings, false ceilings, electrical, air condi-

tioning and acoustics systems, water supply and sanitation systems as well as structure systems suffered extensive damage. This building was renovated by Raja Aderi Consultants Pvt Ltd.

Cultural events are not permitted in the premises.

Fig no. 3.2 a Map Of Delhi

3.2.1 INTENT OF STUDY

To study the auditorium (capacity 1000) and its different components To study the conference halls.

The common facilities provided for information, dissemination – the types, their sizes and location. To study façade treatment, materials, landscape and climate-tempered courtyards.

To critically analyze the offices provided to various institutions/Individual firms.

Finally to analyze the architectural character, circulation-vehicular, and pedestrian, the services provided and the parking for vehicles. the environment created inside the complex through different architectural elements,

3.2.2 LOCATION:

Vigyan Bhawan is located on Maulana Azad road some diatance away from the intersection of Rajpath and Janpath. It is located between National Museum and vice presidents residence on the other side. This building is hardly a furlong from the Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Fig no. 3.2.1 a Location Of Vigyan Bhavan

3.2.3 ACCESS:This building is accessed from Maulana Azad road. The main building has 3 entrances. Main front entry is on southern side facing Maulana Azad road.

3.2.4 CONCEPTDominance of main plenary hall surrounded on sides with corridors leading to commission rooms and administration offices.The whole building is purely functional with no features of any style for Chaitya Arch to emphasize entries. The whole building is artificially ventilated fence no courtyards. The building is sadly lacking in relief spaces.

FORM 3.2.5

A cuboid mass, which gives no indication of its functions. The white mass stands out because of its bulk with little fenestrations. The entrance Arch of the main building is all Granite and is the most attractive Architectural element. It rest on red sand stone podium and

Plate no. 3.2.3.a Main entrance from the Maulana Azad

welcomes the visitor. The western face done in sand stone demarcates the block as separate entity. The Annexe building and dining halls are cuboid masses subdued by main block with no noticeable features.

3.2.6 GENERAL PLANNING:

ComplexVigyan Bhawan consists of three building: The main building The annexe building The dining hall

Entrances

The complex has three main entries The western entry for VIP and delegates The middle entry is for media,

delegates, members of main Vigyan Bhawan administration and serves, kitchen etc. It also leads to telex, bank, telephone kiosks.

The eastern entry is for annexe building used by staff, delegates, media and serves as the service entry for kitchen, A/C plant rooms etc.

3.2.6.1 Main hall buildingThe main building a three storied structure with a total plinth area of about 17222sq.mts has following functional areas:

The main three storied consist of three parts :

The plenary hall i.e main auditorium hall.

Three committee rooms i.e halls 1,2&3 Two commission rooms i.e halls 4&5 Preview cum projection theatre i.e hall

6 VIP lounge & VIP dining hall. Exhibition hall & business centre. The administrative block with control

rooms. The rear portion consists of three

committee rooms, two commission rooms, one Projection Theater, lounge and cafeteria.

Plate no. 3.2.6.a Entrance Arch In Granite

Plate no. 3.2.6.b Internal View Of Central Atrium

Foyer

Each of the 3 entrances leads onto a foyer with one serving the main entrance being the largest. Main foyer has flight of steps leading to the main hall and upper floors. The space of the foyer is less as compared to the capacity. This leads to the congestion during peak hours. Location of main lift bank for vertical circulation is far away from the main entry in VIP foyer. The staff entry is on the other side and has a chaitya arch in red sandstone, but of smaller scale. The staff entry and the offices placed on one end generate a well defined staff movement.

CirculationThe main circulation is via a doubly loaded corridor. There seems to be absence of clarity in planning as one move along them. The corridors are poorly lit.

AtriumGround floor has an atrium of 367 sqm. Saling three floors of building height. It is provided.With space frame and heat reflecting glass roof which permits natural light into the area. Used for dinning by the conference attendees and is decorated with a water fountain. The atrium can hold up to 650 people while standing.

Fig no. 3.2.6.a Ground Floor Plan

Vertical:

Vertical circulation in the form of stairs and escalators provided in

Horizontal:Corridors are the main form of

Fig no.. 3.2.6.b Vertical & Horizontal Circulation

Plenary Hall

Heralded by the insignia of Vigyan Bhawan the entrance foyer to this hall is a magnificent and elegant sight with a plush interior. The conference hall has a stage that is approached by steps which give it a podium effect. It measures 42X48M. Largest hall with 1285 seats \arranged in fan shaped curvilinear staggered seating arrangement. Extends from ground floor to first floor. It measures 42m x 48m. It has fixed tables and moveable chairs for 900 and only fixed chairs for the rest.

Stage

The stage is far and can be approached directly from the VIP entrance. It accommodates 37 people.Built in podium style the floor and furniture is so designed so as to integrate the conferencing system, the computer networking, infra- red system and public address system.

Plate no. 3.2.6.c View Of Plenary Hall

Ancillary facilities There are press observer galleries accessible and approached from second floor. There are three balconies on either side of the hall on an average height of 11m from the ground level.8 sound control and interpretation room with SIS system. There are rooms available for Doordarshan accessible from first floor fitted with modern techniques for direct relay from the hall.

Plate no. 3.2.6.d View Of

Fig no. 3.2.6.c. VIP Entrance Accommodating 37 people

Office block and Business center

The support offices for conventions are located in the office block on the east side(770sqm).there are 15 rooms of 15.5sqm and 2 rooms of 47sqm. are provided . It has audio-video recording studio (29sqm.) for on the spot interviews. A business center with provision for a bank, travel desk, post office, secretarial services and telephones etc is located in the main atrium lobby. The block is of load bearing masonry with R.C.C. slabs for roof and terraces. The walls on ground floor are 450mm thick and 340 mm thick on the upper floors with partition walls remain 115mm thick. Foundation depth of R.C.C. strip footing is 1.2m. The corridor linking the office spaces are 2.7m wide and the block is carpeted.

Exhibition areas

On the first floor is a large exhibition hall covering a plinth area of 170 sqm. Approachable from the escalators as well as the staircase. The exhibition area has an attached pre-function lounge that can be used to put a temporary small bar counter or for release of stamps, coins and for informal sitting.Accessible from main block and administrative block.

Fig no.3.2.6.d First Floor Plan

Dining lounge

Additional dinning space is provided in the foyer above the main entrance lounge as well as in a hall on the ground floor rear block. A large mural adorns the blank face of the

atrium. The position of dinning area is not suited. The odor of food spreading into the

convention hall is not desirable. There is no way one can reach the space

frame and the building which should be absolutely clean has maintenance problem.

Rear block The rear block is also entirely carpeted and contains committee and conference rooms,

exhibition hall and lounge areas. The circulation in the rear

block is pierced by an atrium which presently houses escalator.

This atrium is also the major source of light within the area.

The rear block also holds the A\C plant room, a kitchen and dining area of 240 sqm.

Kitchen and Services area

A central kitchen is located on the ground floor serves all lounges banquet halls. The kitchen does not serve the atrium dining hall directly but serves VIP lounge and hall No.1.A service corridor accompanies hall no. 1, leads to central kitchen. This

Dining lounge:It also serves as an exhibition as well as dining space

Fig no3.2.6.e. Dining Lounge

Plate no.3.2.6.e. Atrium

acts as pantry not kitchen. There is a separate entry to the kitchen from the backside. The corridor has two lifts (one smaller for kitchen utensils and furniture transport). It is quite narrow with no storage space.

3.2.7 Annexe Building

• Annexe building was built in 1970 to provide additional facilities to the Vigyan Bhawan Complex.

• It is a three storey high building with a total plinth area of 13,371 sq.m centrally air conditioned, with the main conference facility located on the ground floor.

The upper floors are the offices occupied by various authorities such as interstate council, etc.

• The building houses four committee rooms i.e. Hall A, B, C, D, press work area, cafeteria, a big lounge, telex room, telephone booths etc.

• In addition there is another Confer building known as ‘E’ Hall.

• Audio recording facility available in facilities are available only in halls A & E only

FoyerThe annexe is entered through a reception foyer with a staircase and two lifts. Opposite the main entrance of the foyer and through a double door opening, the media lounge opens out.It is surrounded by committee/conference rooms with capacity ranging between 46-170 persons.

Circulation

On the ground floor, doubly loaded corridor run all round. The two corridors branching from opposite sides have administrative offices and offices for documentation Photostat

Fig no.3.2.7.a. Entrance

Fire fighting system

There exists a close circuit b/w television ( C.C.T.V. ) any visible fire can be seen on video recording . There exists wet riser systems with three risers and a ring of piping and external yard hydrant . An automatic sprinkler system is provided with a separate pumping system . The sprinklers are located within the false ceiling . There are also smoke and beam detectors . There set off fire alarms with electronic panels located in each building to pin point the location of fire . There is a separate underground fire tank with a capacity of 65000 litres of reserved water located in the rear of the complex . The main building has been compartmentalized with fire check doors .

3.2.8 AREA STATEMENT

Main building

Total plot area : 4.53 ha.Main building : 7195.44sqmGround floor : 6317.37sqmFirst floor : 990.48 sq.m.Mezzanine floor: 6409.35 sq.m.

Annexe building

Ground floor : 4037.43 sq.m.First floor : 3365.85 sq.m.Second floor : 3365.85 sq.m.Link passage : 56.00 sq.m.

3.2.9 INFERENCES

• Well planned services should be planned in all the halls.• Acoustically well maintained in terms of materials and planning. • Entry for V.I.P s is well defined and the lounges are also accessible from the conference hall, but the corridor which has been given should be broader than existing size. • The main entry, foyer to the auditorium is not sufficient. • Column placing is also so congested

INFERENCES:

By bringing together a number of institutes from various habitat related professions in one complex, the complex problems of meeting facilities, co-ordination between different professionals and the problems like car parking, food services etc. have been smartly solved. The blocks have been functionally demarcated - North block comprises of office space and ancillary facilities are in south block – resulting in well co-coordinated spaces. The articulation of the blocks has been largely successful in achieving the design objectives. Computerized building management system has been designed for the efficient operation of all systems including watering of window boxes and the detection of faults. The grouping of 6-7 storey building blocks has been done around climate- tempered courtyards, which has enlivened up the atmosphere inside the complex. Façade treatment on the exterior presents a very stable and strong visual effect by use of special bricks whereas the inner façades are very light, delicate and support light hanging gardens. The structure of the building is thoughtfully designed R.C.C. frame structure, which ahs created flexible spaces in the interior. Vehicular movement is restricted only to the periphery of the site with only pedestrian movement allowed inside the blocks creating a very clean environment. Parking has been kept in the basement allowing rest of the site to be landscaped.

CONCLUSION: It marks a transition in the architecture of Joseph Allen Stein. The centre is organized as a series of 4-7 storey blocks around linked courtyards. Office areas given access from inside the courts. 25% of total area goes to landscaped court. Services: total service area-53,000 sq.m built up area with two basements, each 18, 000 sq.m. Allowing parking of 953 cars. The whole building is air conditioned and the basements are mechanically ventilated. Fire escape stairs and lobbies are pressurized to prevent spread of fire along vertical shafts. The window boxes are watered and computer operated building management systems does the detection of fault.

3.3 International centre, goa

ICG, Goa strives to promote international peace, harmony and understanding between people of all nations through academic deliberations, exchange programs and cultural events. On the academic front, ICG strives to be an institution where social, political and economic issues of local relevance, national significance and global importance are debated by thinkers, scholars, academics, industrialists, creative persons and public spirited citizens. On the cultural front, ICG aims to evolve into an institution where new cultural and artistic expression is experimented with, encouraged and shared.

3.3.1Location

International centre Goa is located at Dona Paula, a mere 7 km from Capital City, Panaji on a well

landscaped 8 Hectare campus atop the Taleigao Plateau .

Adjacent to ICG are Goa Medical College, Goa University, and the

National Institute of Oceanography. is located 29 km (a 45 minute drive) from Dabolim Airport .

Fig no. 3.3.1.a INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, GOA

site plan of international centre , goa

Administrative area , dining room , lounge , reception , conference rooms

Lawn

Lawn

Open landscaped area reserved for parties

Corridors connecting the areas

Main entrance to the complex

Parking area

Parking area

Guest room blockProposed Guest room block

Fig no. 3.3.1.b SITE PLAN OF INTERNATIONAL CENTRE,

3.3.2 Surroundings and Entrances

The International Centre, Goa is accessed by a national highway , which leads to Raj Bhawan . Situated in proximity to the Goa medical college , Goa university and national institute of Oceanography .There are total two entrances, one towards the entrance to the main complex and other towards the residential block . The main entrance is then divided into three ways . First towards the V.I.P. entrance , second to the reception and the third

serves as the service entry for the kitchen.

3.3.3 Form

The basic planning of the complex is kept simple , Where all the sections of the complex are accessed by corridors covered by Mangalore tiles . The entrances have been kept minimum in number which are further segregated into other areas. The whole complex has been given a very formal approach.

3.3.4 Components of the complexThe International centre, Goa consists of :-1. The Administrative section 2. Guest room block3. Exhibition area4. Conference rooms5. Library6. Kitchen7. Dining area 8. V.I.P. Lounges Plate no. 3.3.4.a View of Guest Rooms & Main Complex

Plate no. 3.3.2.a Main Entrance To International Centre, Goa

9. Open landscaped area

Guest rooms

There are 44 A/C twin sharing rooms which afford a soothing view of the Arabian Sea or Zuari river. These 44 rooms are divided in two blocks which are accessed from corridors . These rooms have been provided with the basic necessities

Fig no. 3.3.4.a Floor Plan of Guest Rooms

Plate no. 3.3.4.b Internal & External Views of Guest Room

Dining halls

Dining Restaurant – There are three Dining Spaces. Spices, - non-air-conditioned restaurant that can space

up to 75 persons; Abolim, - a comfortable lounge cum bar Palki, - an exclusive air-conditioned restaurant with a capacity of 30 diners.

Fig no. 3.3.4.b Floor Plan Of Kitchen And Dining Area

Conferences

The Centre has three state-of-the-art air-conditioned Conference halls.

Mandovi - a large hall with a capacity of 180 persons,

Zuari - a medium sized hall with a capacity of 90

people Sal - a small conference hall with a capacity

of 30 persons.

Fig no. 3.3.4.c Floor Plan Of Conference Area

ADMINISTRATIVE

BLOCK

It is situated close to the VIP entry. It consist of : Director office Secretariate office Manager office PA office Programme officer room Electrical officer room Waitin area Lobby

Though the planning is simple the privacy of each officer is wisely planned.

KITCHEN

Ki

Main LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE

Kitchen

SERVICE ENTRY

MAIN ENTRANCE Fig no.3.3.4.e SERVICE ENTRY FOR KITCHEN

Fig no. 3.3.4.d Floor Plan Of Administrative Area

3.3.5 User groups

The user groups or the organizations belong to Government and the Private Sector including NGOs, Local Self-Government bodies, Industries, Corporate Houses and National and International Academic, Scientific and Social Institutions whihc have regular academic and training sessions, corporate retreats, and cultural programmes at ICG.

3.3.5

Exhibitions and cultural events

The ambience of ICG is perfect for the festivities , honouring local traditions , religious gatherings or social events . Classical dance programmes , activities for children , industrial visits , career guidance forums have found a welcome place in the heart of the International centre , Goa

3.3.6 Outdoor facilitiesThe centre also has a large variety of outdoor facilities.

Zaiyo & Zuiyo – Two level grass lawns with a capacity of 50 & 100

persons respectively. These can also be used combined.

Divli – A grassy area with stage & backdrop with a capacity of around 50 people.

Laran– A terraced , landscaped amphitheatre with a stage

that has a capacity of 650 people offers a majestic

Plate no. 3.3.6.c VIEW OF

Plate no. 3.3.6.a VIEW OF

Plate no. 3.3.6.b VIEW OF

Plate no. 3.3.6.a Exhibition of Local

view of the confluence of the Zuari river and the Arabian Sea.

3.3.7Materials used and structure :-

The complex is a simple column beam structure . Mangalore tiles have been used as the roofing material . All the walls are plastered , and common goan colours are used in the complex to represent the Goan culture .

3.3.8 Landscaping :-

The multi function area facing the sea forms an ideal setting for varied occassions . A scenic location with the right flora and fauna provides the right ambience for celebrations of any kind . Raised platforms even allow for stage presentations and cultural meetings .

3.3.9 Inferences;-

1. The International centre , complex , Goa represents the Gan culture , represented in the form of typical architectural style of Goa which is exhibited by overhanging eaves , style of arches , doors and windows , columns , cornices , etc .

2. Main emphasis has been laid on the horizontal circulation and only the guest rooms are double storied , which are accessed by stairs .

3. Landscaping has been done beautifully including climbers , flowering trees and plants , water body .

4. Simple planning has been done where various components of the complex are accessed throug

Plate no. 3.3.8.a Landscaped Spaces

Plate no. 3.3.7.a Corridors