PROFILE

M:OFA abbrev. mofa [məufə] emphasis on ‘m’ which stands for ‘manifestation’. ‘Manifestation of Fluid Architecture’: is a realization of a design theory where architectural realms are redefined beyond the rules of regularized grids, dimensions and principles. Architecture in this Context becomes a more fluid expression, continuously throbbing with vibrations of life. Here, the walls bend, column grids twist and the floors rise up and fall responding to the ever changing energy fields created by the life forms it houses. An architectural box melts into a fluid, leaving a void to adjust the continuous paradoxes of the modern lifestyle. At M:OFA, architecture is treated as a living organism that changes, adapts and responds to every change around it. The architectural organism is a store house of energy, where the energy resources are conserved and recycled to sustain itself.

PRACTICE

We started our practice in 2002, but it was through the practice and realization of what we as Architects would like to stand for and contribute towards, was when Manifestation of Fluid Architecture (MOFA studios Pvt Ltd) was formalized in 2007. Previously known as Studio GSA (2002-2006), M:OFA Studios Pvt. Ltd. was established in 2007 as a team of highly trained and determined Architects & Planners registered under the Council of Architecture with a global vision in Architecture, Design, Urban Planning and Urban Design. The Vision of the Company is the vision of every Individual in the company - to give a holistic approach to every project in the field of Architecture, Interiors & Urbanism.

Every project throughout its lifecycle undergoes multiple layers of planning, design and realisation. The influx of these sciences is fluid at multiple levels, through stages, times and sequences. As a practice, we explore Programme, Design Concepts, Technology, Engineering Issues, Project cycles, Sustainable and Green Architecture, Deliverance and Supervision. Through these, we are consistently setting and updating our own benchmarks and standards.

VISION

M:OFA as a company is a harmonious juxtaposition of a highly creative studio, a strong research cell and a practical construction project management wing. M:OFA positions itself as a comprehensive architectural design and urban design firm, where the focus is to remain at power with the contemporary global language of architecture, while simultaneously and spontaneously developing an indigenous design practice. The intention of providing economical and sustainable design solutions, whether it is for product design or a multi-acre urban development, is to think out-of-the-box, yet resolving every aspect of it is economical and sustainable element right from the drawing board, during production up to the functionality of the design.

We plan to catapult M:OFA as a leading architectural design company of the highest level internationally and provide creative, yet extremely sustainable design solutions to the world in the next few years to come. We have displayed this with our record growth in the last few years, when we started with the designing of houses and are now handling projects as large as international level stadiums, multi faculty campus developments and masterplanning of cities.

GREEN PHILOSOPHY: M:OFA as a responsible Architectural firm, is deeply committed in making all of its projects Green and Sustainable. This resolve is seriously taken in minimising wastage and maximising efficiency in all the Projects. The M:OFA Green commitment is an integral responsibility of the firm towards creating a Greener planet.

PROFILE

PEOPLWEPEOPLE

Graduated from School of Architecture, CEPT, Ahmedabad with an additional design module from ETH University, Zurich. He started his practice in the year 2002 in New Delhi with a singular vision of Design-Centric Architecture. His approach has always been on Out of the Box-Lateral thinking & conceptually enriched solutions to every design issue. Hence, at the Architectural Studio, the Design Approach is purely Contemporary and the language global, wherein a lot of emphasis is given to innovative yet sustainable concepts in designing.

MANISH GULATIPrincipal Architect and Director for M:OFA STUDIOS PVT. LTD.

TANUSHREE GULATICivil Engineer, Urban Infrastructure Planner & Director for M:OFA STUDIOS PVT. LTD.

Graduated from School of Building Science and Technology, CEPT, Ahmedabad with additional professional Certificate programmes in Urban Infrastructure planning & Environmental Impact Assessment. Her involvement has been critical right from the inception, as her systems- oriented approach has led to the creation of an exhaustive research wing, which acts as an infrastructural guidance to the design wing helping the latter in planning, realizations, implementation of codal practices, design of Urban infrastructure and Sustainable green Design.

ABHINAV CHAUDHARYAssociate Director, M:OFA STUDIOS PVT. LTD.

As a team leader, he guides his team through an intricate process of open yet grounded thinking in the realization of great ideas that come about as extensive brain storming sessions between him and Manish. M:OFA excels in reinventing technologies and the innovative use of materials. This aspect is taken forward by Abhinav through a constant research and a series of discussions right from the intent of a design, to the production templates switching between macro level landscapes to the micro-level product designs.

AWARDS & PUBLICATIONS

Winner, Cityscape Awards for Emerging Markets 2013, Community & Culture (Built) Category ,2013Winner, 23rd Architect of the year Awards, Young Architect’s award, 2013Shortlist, World Interiors News Annual Awards 2013, Leisure & Entertainment Category, 20132nd Runners up , IIID Anchor Awards( North East Zone), Hospitality Sector, 2013Indian Architect and Builder, Top 16 upcoming Architectural practises of consequence in India, 2012-13

SELECTED AWARDS

IREO Mohali Group Housing, Mohali, Punjab, 2012, 1st place National Institute of Water Sport (NIWS) Campus at Caranzalem GOA, International Architecture Design Completion, 2010 (1st place -Commissioning of Work) Delhi Pollution control Committee, Head office Building at Rohini, New Delhi, 2010, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)National Institute of Fashion Technology for NIFT Kangra Campus, Himachal Pradesh, National Architectural Design Competition, 2009, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)ITM Universe, World School & Integrated Sports Academy, Gwalior, Architectural Design Competition, 2009, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)ITM Universe 70 Acre Campus Design, Architectural Design Competition 2009, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)National Institute of Fashion Technology for Delhi Extension Centre, National Architectural Design Competition 2009 2nd place DesignInside Outside Design Competition Mumbai 2008 1st place DesignInside Outside Design Competition New Delhi 2008 1st place DesignMadhya Pradesh Audyogik Kendra Vikas Nigam (MPAKVN, GOMP), Office Complex, Indore, Architectural Design Competition, 2008 2nd place (Design)Institute of Technology and Management, Campus Design, ITM Universe, Gwalior, Architectural Design Competition, 2005, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)Red Eagle Shipping Agencies Pvt Ltd- Office in Gurgaon, Architectural Design Competition, 2004, 1st place (Commissioning of Work)

SELECTED COMPETITIONS

Green Construction + Design, ITM School of Business, October 2013Architecture + Design, ITM School of Business, October 2013Perspective (Hong Kong), ITM School of Business, October 2013Elle Decor, Manish Gulati, August 2013Buildotech, ITM School of Business, August 2013Roof and Facade Asia, ITM School of Business, August 2013Architecture Update, ITM School of Business, August 2013Design Detail, February - April 2013, ITM School of Business50 Luxury Apartments in India, November 2012, Aman Bina ResidenceIndian Architect & Builder, 15 November 2012, M:OFA Studios ProfileHome Review, September 2012, DPCC, TARA, Moulin RogueElle Décor, July 2012, Toni & Guy SalonIndian Architect & Builder, June 2012, Aearth ResortInfra window, February 17th 2012, Omaxe Forest Show HouseInfra window, January 24th 2012, ITM Business SchoolInfra window, January 24th 2012, Aman BinaInfra window, January 31st 2012, Manish InterviewElle Décor, October 2011, Diwali featured issueElle Décor, April 2011, Featured officeBBC Good Homes, March 2011, Aman MehraTranscribe Volume 2, January 2011, DPCCIndian Architect & Builder, December 2010, Shooting AcademyHindustan Times, December 2010, Shooting AcademyAtlas of World Interiors, Braun Publications, August 2010, Forest Club & ITM GwaliorHinge (Hong kong), June 2010, DPCC Home Review, January 2010, Bathrooms Special Home Review, November 2009, Gwal Pahari Home Review, June 2009, Aman MehraElle Décor, December 2008- January 2009, Aman MehraElle Décor, 2007, Gwal Pahari Hindustan Times, October 16 2006, Renovation of Aishbagh Stadium, Bhopal Dainik Jagran, October 16 2006, Renovation of Aishbagh Stadium, Bhopal Nai duniya, September 29 2006, Open Air Amphitheatre, Gwalior Hindustan Times (Live Jaipur), September 14, 2006, GPI Lounge, Jaipur Elle Décor, February-March 2006, Ghosal HouseElle Décor, June- July 2005, Wadhwa HouseElle Décor, 2007, Gwal Pahari Hindustan Times, October 16 2006, Renovation of Aishbagh Stadium, Bhopal Dainik Jagran, October 16 2006, Renovation of Aishbagh Stadium, Bhopal Nai duniya, September 29 2006, Open Air Amphitheatre, GwaliorHindustan Times (Live Jaipur), September 14, 2006, GPI Lounge, JaipurElle Décor, February-March 2006, Ghosal HouseElle Décor, June- July 2005, Wadhwa House

LIST OF PUBLICATIONS

M:OFA OFFICES, NEW DELHI

PROJECT M:OFA STUDIOSPROGRAM OFFICECLIENT M:OFA STUDIO PVT. LTD.LOCATION NEW DELHISTATUS COMPLETED

“An example is not the main means of inculcation and influencing others, it is the only means”. - Albert Einstein

Brief | Practising for 11 years, we spoke about Green buildings, out of the box ideas, our vision and philosophy for years with our clients. Some understood, some didn’t. Some questioned, others couldn’t visualize. So when we designed our own studio space, it was to do and not talk about what we believed in.

Spatial Intervention | Completely made from recycled products, the office of Architects, M:OFA Studios stands for everything, we practise. It is also planned in an open office format wherein interactions are encouraged and ideations and working with textures/models are greatly emphasised upon. When we look around and see an environment inspiring us and living out our beliefs, the conviction to do that and more just permeates all around and in all the works.

Socio-Cultural Context | A live portfolio, with each step walked inside the office, one sees philosophies being manifested. From old shipping crates to light fixtures made out of old gramophone speakers, recycled furniture, our library and a display of exhibition models around, all stand for Sustainability and that spaces and design count far more than just expensive- non contextual materials

Optimize & Appropriate | Customized water cooler Air conditioning system, LED/ CFL Lights and task lighting, Solar Water heater, Adequate opening in ventilators and glass brick windows to maximize daylight and avoid artificial lighting,Flooring from Alang ship breaking yards, Storages from Fruit crates-reused

Materiality | Reused Shipping crates, Flooring from Alang ship breaking yard, Lights made of discarded old musical instruments (trumpet like), Exposed services.

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Brief | The entire masterplan is a zero discharge ‘Green’ campus, on a steep hilly terrain within the existing old banyan, mango and silver oak trees.

Spatial Intervention | Understanding fashion design as an art form, weave the building with the surrounding context; expressed through a combination of visual graphic of agricultural fields with textural quality and variations, as a natural growth, where paths in the forests grow into the streets of a future urban fabric and the fields translate into urban footprints.

The knitting threads drawn from the existing agricultural terraces, were woven together to make a uniformly flowing pattern of many intersecting functional cuboids. The pattern closely follows the site contours and the design then develops vertically; as an abstraction of the way the Great Himalayas developed, layers of matter folding onto each other, twisting with sudden forces, leaving in between gaps or cracks in the process, that become the passages and places of various kinds of interactions.

Socio-Cultural Context | As a respect to the existing trees on site, 150 rooms for the hostel were designed without cutting a single tree. Designed through a cellular growth of cubes over the existing contoured topography, the hostel was concieved as a play of rooms conceived as positive spaces intersticed with light courts, conceived as negative spaces. These courts were distributed organically around the trees not only in plan but also in sections connected with circulation corridors also within the same modules, reminiscent of the organic streets of the villages of Kangra.

These streets with their changing levels, winding around trees continuing like a labrynith create a mysterious story that has multiple beginnings and endings, ever inspiring the students of design to never have constant rigid ideas but a fluid flow of thought during their entire stay here.

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY

PROJECT NIFT CAMPUS PROGRAM INSTITUTIONALLOCATION KANGRA, HIMACHAL PRADESHSTATUS COMPLETED

RAJASWA BHAWAN, NEW DELHI

PROJECT RAJASWA BHAWAN (HEADQUATERS FOR REVENUE AND FINANCE)PROGRAM OFFICESCLIENT GOVT. OF INDIA LOCATION NEW DELHI STATUS COMPETITION

Brief | Department of Revenue, Government of India- Government Building, Public dealing and Policy making. If Delhi as a City has seen 7 capitals, its each standing monument of each consequent era has woven with itself a present and a plethora of eras, history and Architecture gone by in the past. Starting with ‘Indraprastha’ as a capital of Pandava’s to the Capital of British India-‘Lutyen’s New Delhi’, Delhi has always been a seat of power. Its perpetual dilemma has been the co-existence of the new with the old.

Spatial Intervention | The first layer of Design: With one arm being the Madhavrao Scindhia marg and the other being the extension of Jaswant Singh Marg, the first Equilateral triangle (a precursor to Lutyen’s Equilateral triangle and perfect rectangle city plan gets formed on site. Tracing the same path further, 3.5 equilateral triangles are formed on the site which act as movement paths and the primary triangular grid/ spine of Rajaswa bhawan is established. It is along this axis that the blocks are arranged in layers in such a manner that each block shades the other. This being one of the primary principles of Indian Architecture responding to climate. The second layer of design: The sequence of buildings, functions & movement from the outer core to the inner core is determined by the hierarchy of power and formality of public areas grading towards the inner sanctum or the seat of power. The hierarchy moves in layering both in plan vis- a -vis the movement from inner to outer sanctum and in elevation from ground floor till the top floor. Thereby the outer & lower flanks of the building take in more public and recreational functions like the Library, conference rooms, media briefing rooms, crèche etc. Office spaces start from 1st floor onwards where the public access is restricted. The library sits as a contemplative space along the bowli or the step well which in turn is used to harvest and preserve the rain water to be used within the building throughout the year.

The third layer of design: Garbha Griha: The axis of the blocks of the two departments converges at a power point called the crystal. The Crystal is an inverted pointed cupola derived from an equilateral triangle which houses the FM & the state minister. Connecting with 2 continuous ramps to the crystal are the two towers which house the secretaries and their secretariats. The Ground floor houses streets similar to Indian streets in Gujarat and Rajasthan wherein thin strips of light, light up these corridors inside the building with diffused light making them airy, well lit and ventilated.

Socio-Cultural Context | The new India is a country where today its past, present and future stand together in a dialogue with each other. It is from this dialogue of various epochs, that the concept of Rajaswa Bhavan germinates. It’s a building which encompasses the past, present and future of India, its power, its finances, its growth.The Site of Rajaswa Bhawan, at the intersection of Mahavrao Scindia Marg and Jaswant singh Marg stands in a dual fabric of time zones. One end of the fabric seeps historically into the footprint of modern India, the foundation of which was laid before independence as the 1st planned City/ Capital of Modern India- New Delhi. In its very strong context, the Rajaswa Bhawan sits within the footprint of Lutyen’s Hexagonal City plan based on equilateral triangles, a probable derivation from the Star of David or a Hindu Mandala. The Indian influences, or Mughal Architecture were woven in the design merely as motifs and imagery rather than understanding the Indian Architecture with its elements in the geographical , climatic and cultural context.

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ITM SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, GWALIOR

PROJECT ITM SCHOOL OF BUSINESSPROGRAM INSTITUTIONALCLIENT ITM UNIVERSITYLOCATION GWALIORSTATUS COMPLETED

Brief | The brief called for an institutional building- a business school in the hot city of Gwalior, built in an economical manner and inherently green. Accessed through a prominent and dominating site on National Highway No. 75, the campus of ITM School of Business merges with ease the surroundings and compliments its neighbor- the majestic Aravalli Ranges with grace and humility.

Spatial Intervention | Behind the solid mass created by the traditional dholpur clad walls lies a fluid interior space that flows in from one court of the building to the other. The free-flowing interiors of the building unleash fluidity of thought, imagination, ideas, and the self. The ground level is built on the principles of the traditional Indian Courtyard and provides students with a large open space in the centre that allows for introspection and the importance of knowing oneself, yet allowing for meaningful interactions that accentuate a feeling of openness and freedom. The expansiveness that is showcased with large courtyards is mirrored on the first floor, which provides natural ventilation keeping the building sustainable and eco-friendly due to the minimized usage of artificial lights during the day. The fluidity of the ground level extends to the first with the help of an effusive, curvaceous modern ramp, with simple, evenly distributed steel railings.

Socio-Cultural Context | The outside walls of the main building of the business school’s campus reflect tradition sprinkled generously with doses of modernity. Being an institutional project, budget and hence the choice of materials was important. The use of locally-sourced white dholpur sandstone for these external walls not only promotes and demonstrates a feather-light environmental footprint, but also keeps alive Gwalior’s architectural heritage. The building keeps Gwalior’s tradition of jaali work alive, reminding the students to embrace the new and advanced, while staying true to their self and tradition.

Optimize & Appropriate|Climatically, Gwalior has a sub-tropical climate with hot summers and humid monsoons which is why the Parasol roof, the jalis and the strung courtyards along with its orientation make the architectural response to the elements apt and green. Since modern construction materials and techniques were not widely available hence, indigenous adaptations were worked out to integrate traditional building practices such as jaali work that is not just an aesthetic treat that casts interesting shadows and plays with light, but is also an architectural must for the high temperatures of Gwalior.

The external façade is clad with the beautifully characterized and textured Dholpur sandstone. It sits thick and high excluding out the harsh sun of Gwalior but with the help of jaalis and steel roof still creates openings, expansiveness and gets in plenty of light.

The landscape planning around the building, the terrace gardens enabled with sustainable water retaining organic soil composition for the plants to thrive and bring down the ambient temperature in the classrooms. Through the south-western facade of the building, the blowing hot dry winds enter the building and get trapped in the thriving terrace garden creating a humizided zone and thereby lowering the ambient temperature in the building.

Roof gardens/ Terraces are built as intermediate open spaces throughout the building for shading and cleansing of the air quality and the much needed ‘step out’ for students. The courtyard and the jaalis along with the roof makes the air flow & ventilation in the building extremely airy and cool reducing the AC requirement and load in a very harsh climate. The roof collects and takes the water to the Rainwater recharge Well.

Materiality | Local Gwalior White stone, Dholpur stone cladding, Light weight steel parasol roof: was part pre-fabricated and the rest assembled on site and hoisted up, Modular Jali screensstrung together with concealed steel members, Double glazing integrated in locally assembled steel sections to reduce cost and increase durability, Jaisalmer yellow and Terrazo flooring.

MOULIN ROUGE

PROJECT DANCE SCHOOL FOR MOULIN ROUGEPROGRAM INSTITUTIONCLIENT ARQUITECTUMLOCATION PARISSTATUS COMPETITION

Architectural expression foremost comes out of the immediate context, lest we get lost in the periods, eras, language and movements.

Brief | Organized under ‘Paris Zoog’, an open international designed competition was floated to design a dance school for Moulin Rouge at Paris.

Spatial Intervention | The design ideology is fluid and absorbs from its surrounding and environment. Design through its metaphor of windmill in motion reveals 100 years of Moulin Rouge’s Vibrant and Kaleidoscopic history. The moving windmill lives on as an abstraction in the building. The forms and shapes twisted by the blades of the windmill reinterpret the magic of Moulin rouge.

Socio-Cultural Context | The dance school or the performing arts studio is contextually rooted in the spirit of Moulin Rouge. Every user is looking at it or is being observed from various co-ordinates on the multiple concentric circles of this metaphorical windmill. This building makes an urban statement thereby retaining the iconography of the red windmill that has become synonymous with the culture of Paris. Optimize & Appropriate | The language of design here is not modernistic or Victorian or Art Décor, it is uniquely Moulin rogue, a concept derived out of what Moulin Rouge imbibed.The dance/ training halls get in light and shadow through the blades of the windmill abstracted somewhere in spirit within the building. Not read as one immediately but parts of it become visible and are experienced as one moves through the studio.

MONSOON SALONS, NEW DELHI

PROJECT MONSOONPROGRAM SALONCLIENT MONSOON CLIENTLOCATION NEW DELHISTATUS COMPLETED

Brief | Notion of post-monsoon shower ‘washed out feel’ imbibed in the spirit of the interior spaces for the salons

Spatial Intervention | To emphasize the monsoon notion, each material has been kept to its pure form.The spaces are planned as a continuous open plan divided in three distinct sections; hair styling as dry areas, pedicure and shampoo stations as wet areas and a spa with shower facilities. This idea is further strengthened by a clean open ceiling where even the electrical conduits and the ac duct form a branching pattern with the final drama created by the macro proportioned light fixtures that hang like tulips in the rain; created out of reclaimed loudspeakers popularly known as “Bhompoos” in India.

Socio-Cultural Context|A sombre environment where the use of wood planks and white washed brick walls with controlled lighting intends to relax the senses, a much needed environment in the loud metropolis of Delhi.

Optimize & Appropriate | There is an extensive use of natural materials such as exposed concrete, brickwork and rough cut wood planks reclaimed from the shipping pallets. The customized metal cut screens for monsoon reminiscent of falling drops of rain on a glass pane. Fibre glass cubes for displaying products. Cast in Situ MS logo of Monsoon on the floor. The areas such as the manicure/ pedicure stations attain privacy as needed by the sliding metal screens created by laser cutting of steel plates with a repetition of the monsoon logo in its various manifestations, distorting and dripping under a wash of the rain. These screens not only achieve privacy for certain sections but also, act as installations creating the much needed graphical drama within the industrial looking space.

Materiality | Brick, Laser cut Metal Jaalis, MS and Stone, Recycled Shipping crates, Flooring from Alang ship breaking yard, Lights made of discarded old musical instruments (trumpet like), Exposed services &AC ducts, Epoxy floor

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DPCC OFFICES, NEW DELHI

PROJECT OFFICE FOR DELHI POLLUTION CONTROL COMMITTEEPROGRAM OFFICECLIENT DPCC, GOVT. OF DELHILOCATION DELHISTATUS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Architecture movements and language across the eras have derived their physiology from the environment, context, human needs, aspirations and the technology available. In other words often it’s the transformation of drawbacks & restrictions of a context which help create an indigenous Architectural Language as a solution.

Brief | Significance of this office is to contribute towards a higher standard of living for Delhi. The Head office of Delhi pollution Control Committee houses about 200 officials, scientists and a devoted work force responsible for making & implementing policies, research and formulating norms for keeping India’s capital Pollution free.

Spatial Intervention | An urban Sponge feeding on polluted air & water of its microclimate, returning clean air & water back to the Environment.Designed as a G+5 storey building (+2 basements for parking) with multiple passive and active systems aimed at making itself self-sustainable. Two stepped Wings of the building with a court in the centre, covered by an overhanging parasol roof. A water body in the central court.

Socio-Cultural Context | Multiple layers of philosophy, Technology, vision and function shape the final design. The two parabolic forms floating out of the building are a symbolic expression of fresh air bubbles released into the atmosphere due to the ‘Urban Sponge’. These bubbles house the innovation rooms/ ‘think tanks’

Optimize & Appropriate | an active-passive filter that represents the transparency of work environment, co-relation and inter dependence and conveys a strong message of Harnessing every waste / outlet and re-utilizing it as a resource. Adequate diffused daylight to naturally ventilate, cool as well as minimize the use of lights during the day. Automatic motion sensors, dimmable ballasts, smart lighting system and usage of high efficiency, durable lighting fixtures.

Microclimate | Aligning parallel walls to shade each other, Orientation and Wind Harnessing, sun breakers over the windows. Bring down the Air-Conditioning load- radiating chilled beam system, Mechanical filters. The roof acts like an upturned basin collecting rainwater and through the hollow steel columns takes it down to the Underground reservoir sufficient to take care of the Drinking water requirement Reed bed cleaning system. Roof gardens and Vertical Gardens as intermediate open spaces.

Materiality | It’s an indigenous Architectural response to unique contemporary urban aspirations, geographical location & socio-economic balance. Glass, RCC & Steel, Reclaimed Railway Sleeper Wood

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF WATER SPORTS

PROJECT NATIONAL INSTITUE OF WATER SPORTSPROGRAM SPORTS INSTITUTIONCLIENT MINISTRY OF TOURISMLOCATION GOASTATUS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Brief | The design brief stated the development of National Institute of Water Sports at Caranzalem, Goa as an Iconic building.

Spatial Intervention | The concept originated from the moment where, a surfer jumps into a beckoning, powerful and beautiful sea, it becomes a continuous and passionate spar between the two elemental forces. The building in this case is just a link between the land and the sea.

Socio-Cultural Context | Being one of its kind in Asia, the project has been designed to strive a dynamic relationship between the sports player and the sea through its architectural language and spaces. It is the articulation of this temporary yet adventurous moment or a passage in time between the surfers setting foot into the sea to setting foot out of it, which forms the Architecture of the Building. The building itself is a take-off point where its sole function is to be a transitional link between man and the sea.

Optimize & Appropriate | Here, the Architecture is in constant motion being pulled into the sea from one side yet tied to the shore on the other. The building too is ever changing, rising and falling just like the waves of the sea that twist and knot every surfer into its folds. It is the surfer’s need to conquer the sea, pitted against the crashing, throbbing waves ready to engulf the surfer in each of its ferocious movements. From this prolonged tension/tautness, there arises a moment where the sportsman takes over the sea (or thesea carries the surfer) and rides the waves, thereby creating this peculiar balance between the knotted forces of the sea and the aplomb of the mankind.

Materiality | Corten Steel, Local Laterite Stone, Steel sheet roof, Aluminium Anodized panels, Granite, Double glass, Louvers, Reclaimed wood

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