Nilanjan Paul

B.Arch 9th Sem

Roll No. 14

SYNOPSIS 2019-20
CONTENT
1. RESIDENTIAL SATISFACTION IN HIGH

RISE BUILDING.

2. BIO CLIMATIC TOWER/ECO TOWER.

3. RETHINKING EDEN GARDENS,

KOLKATA.
 RESIDENTIAL SATISFACTION IN
HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS.
(TOPIC – 1)

INTRODUCTION:
Architecture effects the lives of people directly. It comes with an extraordinary
responsibility. It’s the quality of life it gives to its inhabitants.

-Ar. Moshe Safdie.

The failures of many housing and dwelling projects stems from lack
of knowledge on the determinants of Residential Satisfaction (RS)
concept. RS reflects the degree to which individuals’ housing needs
are fulfilled.

The achievement of housing programmers does not only depend

on development of housing units, but also on other factors that
Influence the needs of residents.

However, RS is a subjective phenomenon and there is a strong

relationship between other concept namely residential preferences.
RS has always been cited as one of the most significant factors
which should be considered in design and planning process for
different nations.

RELEVANCE OF THE STUDY:

Architects generally believe that RS is directly related to three main

rubrics.
  That includes dwelling units, services provided by the
developers and neighborhood facilities and finally
environment. For a dwelling units’ variables such as living
area, kitchen area, dining room area, bedroom area, washing
room area, room arrangement, air circulation, number of
socket, level of socket, clothes line facilities, garbage line and
noise are important.
 The second main rubric is: services provided by the
developers that include pipe repairs, electrical wiring, water
supply, garbage disposal and eventually safety.
 The last rubric is neighborhood facilities and environment. It
includes preschool, primary school, secondary school,
clinic/hospital, telephone, market, children’s playground,
public transport, parking lot, place of worship, community hall,
facilities for handicapped, police station, fire brigade and
nursery

AIM:

 The aim of the project is to bring all the three factors of the
“Rubics” to one single unit where along with the first two
“Rubics”, provisions of the last “Rubic” can also be
incorporated.
OBJECTIVE:

 The purpose of this thesis was to investigate the residential

satisfaction in high-rise buildings.
 To present the study of factors influencing residential
satisfaction in high-rise buildings of a sample of subjects in a
chosen residential area in any metro or non-metropolitan city.
 The context is to be provided by focusing on the determinants
which affect residential satisfaction such as housing system,
safety and security, privacy, social interaction and
relationships (neighborhood), and physical qualities of
building material.

METHODOLOGY:

 The methodological argument of the thesis will be, contrary

to conventional conceptions, resident satisfaction cannot be
measured on the basis of subjects. response to their flat, but
must take into consideration the apartment building and
environment.
 The research methodology centers around the administering
of a survey questionnaire to approximate 100-200 subjects
randomly selected from 15-20 high-rise apartment buildings
in any metro or non-metro city.
 Questions will include items concerning the flat, the building,
and the environment.
BIO-CLIMATIC TOWER/ECO-TOWER
(TOPIC – 2)

INTRODUCTION:

The challenge of today’s generation of architects is the environment.

-Ar. Carol Ross Barney.

Bioclimatic architecture is one that has a connection to nature.

Building designs that take into account climate and
environmental conditions to help achieve optimal thermal
comfort inside. It deals with design and architectural elements,
avoiding complete dependence on mechanical systems, which
are regarded as support.

The bioclimatic architecture concept is far from being a new one,

as many traditional architecture styles work according to
bioclimatic principles. It was not long ago when mechanized air
conditioning was rare and expensive, and still is for many places
today.

Bioclimatic architecture has a connection to Nature, as building

designs take into account climate and environmental conditions
to help achieve optimal thermal comfort inside.

It deals with design and architectural elements, avoiding

complete dependence on mechanical systems, which are
regarded as support. A good example of this is using natural
ventilation as well as taking advantage of the sun’s, earth and
wind’s energy providing potential.
 A nonconventional approach, it still struggles with the common
preconceptions and lack of trust towards alternative energy and
green design methods.

RELEVANCE OF THE STUDY:

Though bioclimatic architecture is being practiced since ancient

times, there is no doubt that with increasing global warming and
climate change, and the need for accommodating growing
population, Bioclimatic design is maybe the best path to take.

Bioclimatic architecture is essential because we are running out

of resources to continue living as we have in the past. We want
there to be enough resources for everyone now and in the future.
Green building may seem like a tricky investment at first, but the
rewards are great over time.

In the United States, buildings alone account for:

 39% of total energy use

 68% of total electricity consumption
 30% of landfill waste
 38% of carbon dioxide emissions
 12% of total water consumption
AIM:

The aim of this thesis is to produce a design that is efficient both

functionally as well as environmentally and has minimal to zero
impact of local climate of the city.

SCOPE:

 Consider weather, ecosystems, and hydrography of the

environment to maximize performance and lessen overall
impact.
 Leverage wind and sunlight patterns.
 Use locally sourced building materials.
 Utilize low-impact construction techniques.
 Reduce energy consumption for heating, cooling, lighting,
and equipment.
 Minimize overall energy balance throughout construction and
during use.

LIMITATION:

 One of the biggest and only limitation of these types of

buildings is proving their financial benefit on a tangible level.
 RETHINKING EDEN GARDENS,
KOLKATA
(TOPIC – 3)

INTRODUCTION:

A cricket ground is a flat piece of earth with some buildings around it.

- Richie Benaud.

A stadium is one of those building typologies which have the

ability to shape a town or city. A stadium is able to put community
on the map, establishing an identity and providing a focal point
in the landscape. They represent a nations pride and emotions.

A stadium is essentially a huge theatre for presentation of heroic

feasts. Basically it is the output of the rise in the popularity of
sport. It also plays role in the city – financial, political,
geographical and spiritual.

AIM:

To redesign the existing Cricket Stadium into an architectural

marvel, that is futuristic in design with a representation of the
heritage of the city along with sustainable approach towards the
environment.
SCOPE:

 A stadium is the key ingredient in marketing of the city or even

the nation.
 It has the capability of creating an interest and sports
awareness amongst the youths.
 Reduction of carbon footprint by a sustainable approach.
 To improve the user experiences during the cricket matches.
 Should be monumental and earning its identity on its own.
 Introduction of new construction materials for the stadium
designs.

RELEVANCE OF THE STUDY:

With change in the architectural design around the globe with

modernization, there is need of change in the design of the
existing stadium designs.