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INTRODUCTION
The Government college of fine arts
(initially known as Madras school of Art) in
Chennai is the oldest institution in India.
The institution was established in 1850
(160 years old) by surgeon Alexander
Hunter as a private art school.
It is a four-acre campus in Poonamallee
high road.
The principals house, an elegant Palladian
building still stands in the campus
surrounded by the later Gothic buildings.
It is a beautiful collection of old buildings,
very British colonial in appearance with a
central courtyard full of established trees
and an eclectic assortment of art pieces.
PUBLIC SPACE
EDUCATIONAL SPACE
PUBLIC SPACE
EDUCATIONAL SPACE
LAYOUT
Single main entry to the site.
Coverage is about 50% Percentage
Includes
Administration block
Institutional buildings for fine art
Art gallery
Museum
Central Garden and playground
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ZONING
The site maybe divided into the educational
zone and the public zone.
As we enter into the site, we enter the
public zone which includes the
administrative block, the art gallery and the
museum.
As we go deeper into the site, we enter the
educational area and at the centre of the
site is an open space.
The service buildings are located to the far
end while in certain buildings, it is located
below the stair cases.
C A S E S T U DY 1
RED BUILDING
Three floors
Consists of the library, painting studios
and the museum
The studio has a movable stage at 30cm
from floor level, area for drawing around
it, open storage area.
The floor heights come up to 4.5m.
One can notice the gothic style of
architecture in the roofs.
Plane plastered walls.
Red Building
Sculpture
Building
PAINTING STUDIO
LIBRARY
SCULPTURE BLOCK
FIRST FLOOR
AREA:
Library and Store
1+2
3+4
Museum
Single floored.
Consists of Wood work studio, Sculpture studios, Store and
Courtyard.
Some of the works dumped in the courtyard
The access to this building was complicated as it was behind the
wood work block and the first years painting studio.
224sq.m
224sq.m
224sq.m
378sq.m
WOOD WORK
3
SECOND FLOOR
STORE
1,2,3,4 Painting
Studios
AREA:
Sculpture Studio
Sculpture Courtyard
PAINTING STUDIO
ENTRY
LIBRARY
SCULPTURE
COURTYARD
SCULPTURE STUDIO
2
MUSEUM
GROUND
FLOOR
RED BLOCK
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3
AREAS USED FOR SCULPTURING
- 275sq.m
-1035.5sq.m
C A S E S T U DY 1
1
4
AREA
Painting studio 885.6sq.m
AREAS
1-Textile Block
2-CeramicWorkshop
3-Ceramic Store
4-Coal Kiln
EDUCATIONAL BLOCKS
These shall include the block for learning the following namely, ceramic, textile, print
making and visual communication.
These buildings are at the farther end of the site, so rather than going around the
central open space to reach there, they have provided a pathway through the open
space.
Only one of these blocks have functional double storey, while the rest are single
storied.
TARRED ROAD
-197sq.m
-208sq.m
-157.5sq.m
-70sq.m
CERAMIC BLOCK
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
5
Coal kiln
Print Making
Visual Communication
CERAMIC WORKSHOP
1ST YEAR
STUDIO
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C A S E S T U DY 1
ART GALLERY
The art gallery is located straight from the entrance
gate and adjacent to the administrative block.
It is a simple rectangular slope roof building which is
blue in color.
ADMINISTRATION BLOCK
ANALYSIS
- 190sq.m
- 495sq.m
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The building was built around 150 years ago and hence, it was built for the number of
students available at that time in a classroom. However, now there is an increase in
the number of students. Hence increasing the area of some of these classrooms is a
necessity.
Campus looks very old, restoration of some blocks are needed.
The campus has old flora which keeps the campus cool. Properly designed
landscaping could enhance the beauty of the campus.
There is no special consideration given in the designing for handicapped people,
Lack of signage leads to some minor confusions.
Different activities are assigned different blocks which is advantageous to the
pedestrian flow.
The entrance cant be identified easily because of the common frontage.
The architecture style of the building is of great heritage importance, this has been
maintained however a restoration is necessary.
C A S E S T U DY I I
SITE PLANNING
Access
Land
Bus Stop
LIBRARY BLOCK
PURPOSE
WASHROOM
College of fine arts
Art exhibition and sales area
Permanent art galleries for painting
and sculptures both folk, traditional as
well as contemporary Indian art.
Open air theatre for performing arts.
Undertake a survey of traditional style
of painting and leather puppets
Developing a unique art complex of
international standards.
PLANNING
The art complex consists of two main blocks on the
left side while on the right is the O.A.T, temples,
foundries and classrooms of the art college.
COLLEGE
EXHIBITION
SCULPTURE GARDEN
NATURALLY SHADED
PARKING
CANTEEN
A small canteen with
outdoor seating, a
refreshment area for
students and staffs.
O.A.T.
The site here is contoured.
Used for assembly or any
college
function
or
performances of the
students.
For 300-400 people
GANESHA TEMPLE
STATIONARY SHOP
EXHIBITION
CENTER
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ENTRANCE
Only one entry for vehicles,
pedestrians and service
from Kumara Krupa Road
ROCK GARDEN
The site here is contoured.
The space is used as an
interactive space for the
students
C A S E S T U DY I I
PAINTING STUDIO
The painting studio for the students is located
on the right side of the contoured site of the
college.
The access to the painting block is through a
stepped stone pathway.
The studios roof is of Mangalore tiles with
openings for ventilation.
MATERIALS USED
Grey dressed local stone
called Gare Kallu
Bricks
Mangalore Tiles
Concrete
Wood
Electric room
CONSTRUCTION
Grey local stone is used all
throughout the building,, for
cladding, steps etc.
Walls are 35cm thick.
Most flooring is in tandore except for
foyer where marble is used.
Two main blocks are R.C.C. buildings
with flat roofs.
Construction technique is in corelation with the surroundings.
LIGHTING
There is natural as well as
artificial lighting all
throughout.
PARKING
At Entrance
The
parking
at
entrance is for the
students and for the
visitors near to the
OAT
Near O.A.T.
Vehicle parking for
staffs
Educational Block
Two
wheelers
parking for staffs only
SERVICES
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C A S E S T U DY I I
PAINTING STUDIO
Painting studio in the
second floor has sloped
roof with Mangalore
tiles.
Natural ventilation as
well as artificial lighting
is used.
Terracotta flooring with
wired brick wall is seen
here.
BASEMENT
Parishath Office, College of fine arts
Office, Studios (Textile, Painting)
GROUND FLOOR
Reception, Galleries
FIRST FLOOR
Gallery spaces x4, Computer Lab
SECOND FLOOR
Painting studios, First year class
rooms
GROUND FLOOR
Reception
A huge entrance foyer
leads to the staircase on
one side. While on the
other sides are the
exhibition area.
Terracotta flooring
LIBRARY
Each department in the
art college has its set of
classrooms and staff
rooms and the required
facilities are provided for
the students.
Galleries
Gallery
space
for
exhibiting works of artists
from India as well as
abroad.
SCULPTURE WORKSHOP
BASEMENT
Parishath Office
Secretary office and offices for other
staffs are located in the basement.
Undertakes
definite,
organized
programs to promote the interest of
art and artists.
College of Fine Arts Office
Controls the administrative activities
of the Art College.
FIRST FLOOR
CORRIDOR SPACE
Permanent Gallery
Lighting : natural and artificial with use of focus lights etc.
Ventilators on top of natural ventilation, no A.C.s, few
fans.
Walls are painted white.
Tandore flooring.
Aluminum frame glass ventilations at almost ceiling level.
Wooden doors about 2m wide.
STORAGE SHELF
DRAWING STUDIO
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SCULPTURE GARDEN
C A S E S T U DY I I
LANDSCAPE
The right side of the site is full of trees and shrubs
amongst which are located the classrooms for
painting for first and second year which are in
brick and Mangalore tile roofing.
There is an OAT to encourage performance art.
Two temples, dedicated to lord Ganesha and lord
Hanuman. The statues of the gods are in grey local
stone.
Holy trees like Banyan, Peepal etc near the
temples.
Adequate landscaping even in front of block where
the cafeteria is located.
It is completely open to sky and kadapa platforms
are provided for sitting under the trees.
PAINTING STUDIO
ANALYSIS
O.A.T
OPPOSITE CANTEEN
LANDSCAPING
TEMPLE
STAFF PARKING
TEMPLE
LANDSCAPING
ROCK GARDEN
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ADMINISTRATION
INSTITUTIONAL
CLASSROOMS
STUDIOS
WORKSHOPS
STORAGE AREAS
LIBRARY
OPEN SPACES
CHITRAKALA PARISHATH
PUBLIC
ART GALLERY
MUSEUM
ART DISPLAY ON CAMPUS
ADMINISTRATION
STAFF ROOMS
UNDERGROUND STAFF ROOMS
CLASSROOMS
INSTITUTIONAL
PUBLIC
CLASSROOMS
STUDIOS
WORKSHOPS
STORAGE AREAS
LIBRARY
OPEN SPACES
STATIONARY
CANTEEN
ART GALLERY
SCULPTURE GARDEN
ROCK GARDEN
O.A.T.
-Zoned well
-Art gallery in the main building
-Large area of sculpture garden
and rock garden
-Properly landscaped
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B O O K C A S E S T U DY I
Completion
Square Footage
Architect
Cost
Type
: 2010-2014
: 640,000 SF
: Perkins + Will
: $160,000,000
: Conceptual
Awards
SARA National Honor Award, 2010
AIA NY State Award of Excellence, 2010
World Architecture Festival Finalist, 2009
BUILDING
DESIGN
The design solution creates two five-story rectangular buildings containing modular,
repetitive a priori learning spaces that are juxtaposed against a free-form, undulating
boardwalk enclosing a variety of a posteriori learning support spaces (e.g.: lounges,
group study niches, computer stations) that is carved through the length and height of
the structures, connecting all floors and functions. The interplay of solid and void
between the mass of the buildings and the meandering of The Boardwalk define the
architectural identity of the College, and the belief that classroom-based learning must
in the 21st Century, be complemented by an equally vital learning support environment
in which learning continues beyond the doors of the classroom.
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B O O K C A S E S T U DY I
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CONSTRUCTION
Brick has been used as the main construction
material for the whole complex. Dhaka was
famous for its production of Brick. Brick was
locally made and the construction related to this
building material was also familiar to the local
labors. He also incorporated the usefulness of
technologies from Modern architectural point of
view. The bricks were previously burnt with coal
and wood, which resulted into more
percentage of water absorbent in the final
product. This attracted fungus and would wear
off in a short time. The modernism movement
all around the world brought about a gas
burning technology for the formation of bricks
which reduced the water absorption capacity up
to 5% only and made bricks more durable and
reliable as a building material for that region.
SITE
The site is located in the roman area apart of
Dhaka University Campus. The Roman area is
well known for its gardens and parks. Most of
the buildings in this area have been designed in
the scheme of a bagan bari (house in a
garden). The site that was given for the purpose
of the institute was dotted with beautiful trees
with a large circular depression at the end of the
site.
The second major aspect of this significant architecture relates to a strong bond with the Landscape and the
Building complex itself. Rather than being compact the whole complex is assembled of several scattered
structures in line with the weather and the culture of Bangladesh. The building seems to open outwards to the
Landscape. Rather then being introvert and enclosing the building links with the nature from every possible
corner.
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B O O K C A S E S T U DY I I
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C A S E S T U DY A N A LY S I S
FORM
GOVERNMENT
COLLEGE OF FINE
ARTS, CHENNAI
CHITHRAKALA
PARISHATH,
BANGLORE
Rectangular plans,
rectangular rooms,
no projection, variety
Compact buildings,
separate buildings.
VISIBLITY FROM
ENTRANCE
LANDSCAPING
Lack of signage
directing to the
respective blocks,
signage mounted at
the entrance of
department
Properly landscaped
areas were given
Very spacious
Landscaping based on
their climatic conditions
MATERIAL
CIRCULATION
PLANNING
SPACE
SIGNAGE
Plastered, use of
R.C.C., concrete,
bricks, wood
Brick, concrete,
wood, grey stones,
terracotta
Circulation provided
to different zonal
areas, walk able
distance from parking
lot, proper circulation
Level separation,
zoned based on
public, semi-public
and private
Circulation space
provided as per
necessary, lifts and
stairs are provided
Divided based on
program distribution,
openings as per lights
and views needed
within
Proper circulation
With maximum
interaction with
nature, openness in
planning
COLLEGE OF ARTS
AND EDUCATION
SABAH AL SALEM,
KUWAIT
Conceptual design,
climate responsive
Specially designed
materials, steel, glass
FINE ARTS
INSTITUTE,
BANGLADESH
Contemporary
architecture,
geometric forms
Special bricks,
concrete, wood
Enough space
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C A S E S T U DY I I I
LAYOUT
Dance theatres
Cultural museum
Book shop
Galleries
Accommodation units
Fishing harbor
Pepper house
Fort Kochi
Ferry
station
Aspin wall
Masjid
Fort Kochi
bus
terminal
GREENIX VILLAGE
The building was initially two twin warehouses that were close to each other. They have transformed the
interior of this warehouse into a performing arts and cultural centre.
Everything is arranged in a linear pattern.
A single passage and side to which all the other rooms are located.
Signage are provided in front of each space to define what it is.
GREEN
ROOM
100sq.m
STAY
ROOM
GALLERY
250sq.m
THEATRE II
375sq.m
OFFICE
DENTIST
THEATRE- I
150sq.m
SHOP
30sq.m
3m CORRIDOR
STAGE
SHOP
20sq.m
SEATING
SPA
KALARIPAYATTU
TRAINING SQUARE
225sq.m
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CULTURAL MUSEUM
675sq.m
RESTAURANT
200sq.m
C A S E S T U DY I I I
THEATRES
The two theatres are named Rhythm I and
Rhythm II
STAGE
Rhythm I
Rhythms 1 is the larger theatre, with a
seating capacity for about 100 people.
There are mural arts covering the wall.
THEATRE II
375sq.m
STAGE
THEATRE- I
150sq.m
PLAN OF THEATRE
Rhythm II
Rhythms2 is a mini theatre exclusively
devoted for private shows for special
interest groups and individuals who are
interested in understanding and viewing a
particular dance form.
Mural arts covering the wall.
CULTURAL MUSEUM
CULTURAL MUSEUM
675m.sq
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GALLERY
The art gallery is a rectangular space which is further
divided into two parts.
Only artificial lighting is provided here.
And the arts are illuminated well using these spot lights.
Both the galleries were a continuation of each other.
There was nothing special about the plan as it was just a
rectangle divided into two with a single door leading
from one gallery to the other.
GALLERY 2
125sq.m
GALLERY 1
125sq.m
PLAN OF GALLERY
ANALYSIS
The plan is a simple linear plan with not much complication.
The entrance leads to a pathway which is designed very well and aesthetically is much
appealing.
Use of local materials like terracotta tiles, wood, coconut creek material. This keeps the
interior cool naturally.
There is no particular service entry for these individual spaces which is a drawback.
The spa at the end of the centre was quiet congested.
The axial planning is the main highlight of the building.
They have used this design to depict the cultural arts and sculpture as one circulates
through this pathway.
There is no special parking space provided.
C A S E S T U DY I V
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Art Gallery
Center for Visual Arts
Generator Room
Transformer
Kerala History Museum
Security / Counter
SITE LAYOUT
- Irregular shaped site.
- At the entrance you will find the main ticket counter
- From there, it leads to the Museum.
- The administration office is within the
3
- Centre of visual arts building
- At the farther end is the
Art gallery
MUSEUM - 320sq.m
2
SITE LAYOUT
518cm
MUSEUM
VOID AREA
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ART GALLERY
INTERIORS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Art Gallery I
Art Gallery II
Miniature Paintings Gallery
Art Gallery III
Art Gallery IV
Paved area open to Sky
3.75m
3.75m
-400sq.m
-400sq.m
-15sq.m
-130sq.m
-130sq.m
OPEN PAVED
AREA
3
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
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CANTEEN
TOILETS
CANTEEN
AREA 25sq.m
CONSISTED OF
area for eating
storage space
kiosk
external seating
TOILETS
2 washing area 3sq,m each
4 toilets 2.25sq.m each
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CANTEEN
TOILETS
SERVICE ROOMS
AREA 50sq.m
SECURITY CABIN
AREA 40sq.m
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C A S E S T U DY I V
SEATING AT ENTRY
SERVICE ENTRY
LANDSCAPING
SIGNAGE
SIGNAGE
OFFICE
An additional space of 40sq.m within the centre of
visual arts block
Consisted of a room divided as
seating area
office with toilet
main office area
storage cupboards
ANALYSIS
Signage were provided
Landscape design
Service entry was provided on one side,
giving easy entry into the exhibition halls
Car parking are outside the building
Circular planning is good for the flow of
circulation within the gallery and
museum
Seating are located near the entrance
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
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C A S E S T U DY V
VASCO DA GAMMA
SQUARE
JAWAHAR PARK
COURTYARD
LOBBY
WASH
& TOILET
4sq.m
COURT
YARD
5sq.m
CAFE
PARADE
GROUNDS
RECEPTION/
LOBBY
9sq.m
SANTA CRUZ
CHURCH
WASH
GALLERY
ARTS
GALLERY
9sq.m
PLAN
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Caf
25sq.m
Caf
KITCHEN
INTRODUCTION
Established in 1997, Kashi Art Caf is a gallery space, it's a
meeting place, a point where art meets the enthusiast. It is
an airy tropical garden caf with a restful ambiance. The
main attraction of the place is its openness and the
simplicity with which it is designed with.
Also a room in the caf dedicated specially for exhibiting art
works of famous artist is a major attraction of the caf.
ANALYSIS
The open plan of the caf is unique
compared to the usual plans.
Natural light is used to its maximum
potential while blinds are used where
ever necessary.
Made with the local terracotta tiles
and red oxide flooring keeps the
inside cool.
Also the tropical feel that is given with
the plants provide shade within and a
good natural feel on the inside.
The courtyard space with seating
meant for discussions and gathering is
a good touch to the plan.
Simple minimalistic design.
There were no proper parking area for
the building.