SYNOPSIS

Thesis 2019 - 2020

REPOSITORY OF FRAGRANCES

SUGANESWARAN.S

B.Arch., 5th year, 313015251065

DAVINCI SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

SUGANESWARAN.S, B. ARCH, 5 TH YEAR

ABSTRACT:

This thesis project is about thinking space in relation to smells. Odor play a
critical role in connecting us with the surroundings. Humans are capable of
distinguishing millions of different smells through smell receptors in the nose
alone. Thus, this thesis purpose includes the sense of smell in its spatial design
process.

The repository of scent seeks to reify and blend the Indian perfume culture
and international fragrance products through an experience museum and
manufacturing area. The museum acts as a place for the collection of
fragrances, experiences the lingering fragrances and witness it being made in
the factory.

NEED:
The purpose of this study was to describe the phenomena of using
scented or aromatic materials to engage the visitor’s sense of smell in museum
setting. The museum provides a very detailed insight into the production
methods of perfume throughout the various stages. Smells do bring back
memories. scents serve to recall memories, create moods of comfort or unease
and stimulate conversation.
Museums are immersive venues that create a window into another place
and time. While all senses should be harnessed to create that exclusive
museum experience, fragrance stands out alone when it comes to its power to
alter mood and perception in a way that other accoutrements, such as lighting,
sound, simply cannot do.

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AIM:

The thesis aims to provide a museum with different kinds of

fragrances all over India. The repository of scent seeks to reify and blend the
Indian perfume culture and international fragrance products through an
experience museum and manufacturing area. The museum acts as a place for
the collection of fragrances, experiences the lingering fragrances and witness
it being made in the factory. The museum provides a very detailed insight
into the production methods of perfume throughout the various stages.
Smells do bring back memories. scents serve to recall memories, create
moods of comfort or unease and stimulate conversation.

OBJECTIVE:

 To include the sense of smell in the spatial design process.

 To showcase the culture and history of fragrances in India.
 Walk through the gallery to extract scents. This stroll initiates
a story and dialogue in between the visitors.
 The museum provides a very detailed insight into the production
methods of perfume throughout the various stages.
 To create an authentic historical setting that will engage all
the senses and spark curiosity.
 The sense of smell is the core of the museum experience.
 The repository of scent seeks to reify and blend the Indian perfume
culture and international fragrance products through an experience
museum and manufacturing area.

SUGANESWARAN.S, B. ARCH, 5 TH YEAR

  . Smells do bring back memories. scents serve to recall memories,
create moods of comfort or unease and stimulate conversation.

SCOPE:

 The museum provides a very detailed insight into the production

methods of perfume throughout the various stages.
 To showcase the culture and history of fragrances in India.
 Walk through the gallery to extract scents. This stroll initiates
a story and dialogue in between the visitors.
 The museum acts as a place for the collection of fragrances, experiences
the lingering fragrances and witness it being made in the factory.
 Odors plays a critical role in connecting us to the world around us.
Different people can have completely different perception of the same
shell.
 Memory gallery with suspended scent installation.
 A place for purchase of scents is provided so that people can take back
the memory of the fragrances.
 A lab is allocated for showcasing the preparation of fragrances so that
people can get to know about it and it will be a hands-on lab.
 . Humans are capable of distinguishing millions of different smells
through smell receptors in the nose alone. Thus, this thesis purpose
includes the sense of smell in its spatial design process.

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:

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The major elements of the building components are:

 MUSEUM BLOCK

CULTURAL GALLERY

MEMORY GALLERY

AROMA GALLERY

HANDS-ON LAB

RESTROOMS

LOUNGE

 OFFICE BLOCK

ADMIN

WAITING AREA

CONFERENCE ROOMS

STAFF KITCHEN/DINING

STAFF RESTROOM

 FOOD COURT

SEATING AREA

OUTDOOR SEATING

RESTROOMS

 MANUFACTURING UNIT

LOADING/UNLOADING

LAB

 FRANGRANCE’S SHOP

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  RESTROOMS

 PARKING

 MULTIPURPOSE HALLS

 PUBLIC PLAZA

SEATINGS

LANDSCAPE

WATERBODY

 TICKET COUNTER

SITE AREA: 25000SQM (6 ACRE)

SITE LOCATION:

1. BANGALORE

2. PONDICHERRY

3. DELHI

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