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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
NELLORE
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CERTIFICATE
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
''A thesis project can never be complete without the help, guidance and coordination
of many persons involved''.
Dikshant Bisht
B.Arch. – 9th Sem.
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DECLARATION
Dikshant Bhist
Roll No.- 1310401004
B.Arch. – 9th Sem.
Date:
Place:
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FIGURE INDEX
Oceanarium ,Goa
International School, AP
War Memorial
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SYNOPSIS 1
1. Oceanarium
An oceanarium provides facilities for people to view the inhabitants of the sea. For many
people, A visit to an oceanarium is the only way they can see these creatures.
It is a commercial theme park or aquarium where marine mammals such as dolphins,
beluga whales and sea lions are kept within water tanks and displayed to the public in
special shows.
Oceanarium contain large amount of water, because of which different types of machines
are required for the services(water filtration, ventilation, fire and safety are major concern)
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It aims at the conservation of marine life and the- ecological balance, which is disrupted by
the activities of man and helps to create an environment conducive for its growth.
A part of the program will aim at research and development of formal institution to impart
knowledge to students on the science of oceanography.
The other part will aim at spreading awareness among the visitors through entertainment so
that they have better understanding of marine life.
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1.3 JUSTIFICATION (why this project):
Beaches Are An Attraction All Around The World, Thus I Realised The Importance Of
The Force Of The Sea, Which Lead Me To Develop Their Waterfronts To A
International Standard
An Oceanarium Is As An Essential Part Of The Sea Front Development As It Tells Us
That How Beauty Lies Within This Inigmatic Sea.
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LITERATURE STUDY
1.6.3 LOCATION:
The proposed site of oceanarium is located in goa just along the miramar beach which is
one of the most visited beach by tourists in goa.
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(Figure 8 –India Map- Source- Google) (Figure 9 -Goa Map showing beaches- Source- Google)
SHRADHA SCHOOL
GOA SCIENCE CENTRE
GOA INT. HOTEL
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SYNOPSIS 2
These schools cater mainly to students who are not nationals of the host country, such as
the children of the staff of international businesses, international organizations, foreign
embassies, missions, or missionary programs.
To build A campus which provides an ideal environment for the physical, mental and
social development of students.
So Main Aim Would Be Provide More Interactive Spaces Along With The Lively
Environment In The Campus.
The proposed international school should be designed in A way that the teaching
should not be confined to A class room rather the whole campus should become A
classroom.
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1.7.3 JUSTIFICATION (Why This Topic)?
I took up the institutional project as my thesis project because I have A strong inclination
towards doing an architecture institute.
As an institute give us a lot of options to deal with the building as well as the open spaces
and certain other workable spaces. Inside an institutional building especially when it is an
international school, no spaces come out to be dead, each and every space can be utilized in A
positive way.
• A mental inclination and orientation is necessary to move forward in the career of A student.
• The learning should be through observing not by grasping books.
• Thus a better ambience is to be created for them leading them to a more fruitful future.
1.7.5CASE STUDY:
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LITERATURE STUDY
1.7.11 REQUIREMENT:
Administration
Academic
Labs
Library
Multipurpose Hall
Hobby Classes
Sports
School Amenities
Residencial Block
Hostel Block
Dinning Area
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1.7.11 SITE LOCATION:
1.7.13 SITE SORROUNDING: Ap tribal welfare school & girls junior college on east and
vacant plots on western and northern side .
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SYNOPSIS 3
1.8 WHAT IS WAR MEMORIAL ?
A monument or an edifice created commemorating those killed in any war, with A cenotaph
engraved with inscriptions from their loved ones.”
• Museum aims ‘to provide for, and to encourage, the study and understanding of th history of
modern war and wartime experience.
• To preserve our war heritage by providing a space to display and to maintain our historic
weapons adding glory to our country.
To recall A past which is in danger of being forgotten; possibly even an attempt by new
generation to claim the past- from survivors and witnesses as their own?
To connect the past with the present and to the future by providing security, authority,
legitimacy and identity in the present.
To make people know the history of indian army and its various advancement latest
innovations in the field.
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1.8.4 JUSTIFICATION (WHY THIS TOPIC):
There is no country in the world where there is no war memorial.
India has fought several wars , thousands of our soldiers have been martyred.
Memorial’s purpose is to commemorate the sacrifices of the soldiers who have died in the war.
Its mission is to assist the people to remember, interpret and understand the experience of war
and its enduring impact on the society.
1.8.8 LITERATURE STUDY: (Figure 26-Dehradun war memorial- (Figure 27-Dehradun war
Source-Wikipedia) memorial- Source-Wikipedia)
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1.8.8 REQUIREMENTS:
Administration Area
Exhibition Area
Outdoor Display
Library
Remembrance Hall
Display Of Replicas Of Grave Stones With Engravings
Archives Room
Visual Projectories
Cafeteria
Auditorium
Workshop Area
Conference Area
Sales Area
Amenities
Parking
Services 1.8.9 SITE LOCATION: Princess Park, Tilak
Marg, Near India Gate
SITE-(NEW DELHI):
TYPE: Public Building
(Figure 30-India map- Source- www.google.com) (Figure 31-Site Location- Source- www.tendersniper.com)
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1.8.10 METHODOLOGY
DATA COLLECTION
FINAL DESIGN
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PROPOSED DESIGN
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
NELLORE
Literature Study -
THE DRUK WHITE LOTUS SCHOOL, LADAKH
THE HAGUE INTERNATIONL SCHOOL, NETHERLANDS
Case Study -
SELAQUI SCHOOL, SELAQUI (DEHRADUN)
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2. Introduction -
A school is an institution design to provide learning spaces and learning environments for
The teaching of students under the direction of teachers.
A school is a place where the foundation of a student is laid, where he\she learns the
Lessons of life learning importance of education and much more.
These school cater mainly to students who are not nationals of the host country , such as
The children of the staff of international business , international organization , foreign
Embassies and missionary programs.
Many local students attend the school to obtain qualification for employment or higher
Education in a foreign country.
What We Learn ?
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2.1 Objectives Of An International School
2.2 METHODOLOGY-
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2.3 FACILITIES THAT AN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
PROVIDES THAN ANOTHER SCHOOLS:
Sprawling play ground, gymnasium and swimming and sometimes golf ground too.
School has sports academy for cricket, hockey, football, basket ball, tennis.
Provision for extra curricular activities like skating, horse riding, drawing and
Painting, etc.
(Figure 40-Swimming pool- Source- www.google.com) (Figure 41-Basketball court- Source- www.google.com)
(Figure 44-School Night view- Source- www.google.com) (Figure 45-Hostel room- Source- www.google.com)
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SITE ANALYSIS
2.4 THE SITE LOCATION-
(Figure 46-India Map- Source- www.google.com) (Figure 47-Andhra Pradesh- Source- www.google.com)
Site Location
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2.6 ABOUT THE CITY(NELLORE)-
Nellore Is A City And District Headquarters Of Nellore District In The Indian State Of Andhra
Pradesh. It Is Located On The Banks Of Penna River And Is The Fourth Most Populous City In
The State.
2.8 ECONOMY-
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2.9 CLIMATE OF NELLORE-
The climate of Nellore city is A typical tropical maritime climate, with hot, humid
summers and mild winters.
April and may are the hottest months and the hot conditions generally last until the end
of the June, December, January and February are the coolest months.
As the bay of Bengal is at a distance of 24 kilometres (15 mi) from the city, the sea
breeze renders the climate of the city moderate both in winter and in summer. Humidity
level in the city is high due to its proximity to the coast.
plan
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AVERAGE RAINFALL-
The Average Rainfall In Nellore Over A Year Is 700 To 1000 Mm And Maximum
Rainfall Is Experienced In The Month Of June And July
The government of Andhra Pradesh intends to develop international schools in each of the
cities of Visakhapatnam, Nellore, tirupati, Guntur, anantapur and puttaparthi on public
private partnership (ppp) model. In this regard, infrastructure corporation of Andhra Pradesh
(incap) has requested for an expression of interest (eoi) notice no. Incap/P/ international
schools/127/2016 dated 26-02-2016.
Residential Sector Nh - 5
pla
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2.11 SITE DIMENSION- 2.12 SUN MOVEMENT-
(Figure 61-Site Contour plan- Source-INCAP) (Figure 62-Site wind flow- Source-INCAP)
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2.15 SITE SURROUNDINGS-
Key Distances To Major Landmarks And Residential Areas In And Around Nellore Are:
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THE SITE
(Figure 65-Nellore railway station- Source-Author) (Figure 66-Nellore bus station- Source-Author)
(Figure 69-Nellore ISCKON Temple- Source-Author) (Figure 70-Nellore main market- Source-Author)
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(Figure 72-BV nagar Nellore- Source-google.com) (Figure 73-BV nagar Nellore- Source-google.com)
The site has A slight slope which starts at the start point of the point from the road and
goes to a level from +-00 to + 3.5 mtrs.
The 3.5 mtr rise is generally the big one , but as the site is huge and the distance between
the contours is also more so this slope can easily be levelled before the starting
construction .
The site is A mix of clay and rocky surface. The soil is mainly red in colour which tend to
be à good soil
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(Figure 78- Site connecting road- Source-Author) (Figure 79- Agricultural land - Source-Author)
(Figure 82- AP tribal welfare school- Source-Author) (Figure 84- APSWHC side entry- Source-Author)
(Figure 85- The site- Source-Author) (Figure 86- Agricultural land- Source-Author)
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2.18 SWOT ANALYSIS OF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT THE
IDENTIFIED LOCATION –
STRENGTHS:
1. Proximity: the location is conveniently accessible from nellore via the nh-5.
2. Construction cost: the identified land for the school is reasonably plain land and
will optimize the cost of construction of the school .
4. Potential: the new nellore airport is planned to the developed in dagadarthi which
is just stone’s throw away from the project site. In the future the city would expand
towards the airport and this more residential areas would come up near to the
project site. .
5. Cheap land: only nominal land lease rental is being charged bringing down the
cost of setting up the school .
WEAKNESSES:
2. Operational costs: the cost of running an school with IB / igcse curricula is high
when compared to schools offering only national curricula
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OPPORTUNITIES:
2. Growing demand: there is A growing demand for international schools based on the
economic growth profile of Nellore strongly driven by the existence as well as the growth of
krishnapatnam port
3. Low competition: there are very few schools offering ib / igcse curricula in nellore and the
planned international school can become the market leader if suitably marketed due to its
inherent advantages
THREATS:
1 New market: the project is the first time that an international school will be developed on A
public private partnership and there are inherent risks involved for various parties before the
project can be made successful
The following methods were adopted for sub soil investigation as peris:18921979.
Three soil investigation bores of 150mm .Diameter and to a depth of 10meters. And proposed
within the proposed building location.
•Since the proposed structure is multi storied building, will be supporting on beams and
columns and the good soil is available at shallow depth, open foundation in the form of
isolated footing / raft foundation is suitable.
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3.BYELAWS TO BE FOLLOWED-
The information provided in this, is as per the existing byelaws, regulations (G.O. Ms. No.
168, issued by municipal administration and urban development, government of Andhra
Pradesh, dated 07.09.2007)
As per the proposal there will be twelve classes (I to xii) along with upper & lower
kindergarten and A nursery.
The syllabus to be followed could be either IB, igcse along with the option of CBSE,
CISCE or SSC.
The key aspects envisaged in the international schools apart from strictly adhering to the
global standards of international schools are detailed below
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3.1.1 GLOBAL STUDENT BASE-
These schools typically have students from across the globe. These schools largely cater to
children of expats and diplomats who come for an international learning environment and
are characterized by very high student and faculty diversity.
These schools also cater to the local HNI (high net-worth individuals) and upper middle
class parents who seek international education quality for their children.
International schools offer high quality infrastructure including facilities which provide
students opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge. Typically the schools have
large campuses for outdoor activities including large playgrounds, swimming pools,
auditorium, large libraries with latest books, technology centers etc.
Focused on global outlook, these schools typically follow international curriculum such
as IB or IGCSE. In addition, there is A focus on creating learning opportunities to students
through other extra-curricular programs.
International schools have A good track record for placements in foreign universities and
provides overseas based training opportunities as well.
These schools have faculty from across the globe. For example: Woodstock school,
Mussoorie has 60 academic staff who come from various countries such as united states,
the united kingdom, Canada, Australia, new Zealand, south Korea, and Europe.
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3.1.7
Parking space shall be provided for different types of development as per norms given
In master plan/development plan or as given below:
The following table may be referred to for deciding the parking norms foreducation use
zone/activities only minimum required value of ecs and not a range.
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HEIGHT-
MINIMUM TREAD-
The Minimum Width Of Tread Without Nosing Shall Be 250 Mm For Residential Buildings.
The Minimum Width Of Tread For Other Buildings Shall Be 300 Mm.
MAXIMUM RISER-
The Maximum Height Of Riser Shall Be 190 Mm For Residential Buildings And 150 Mm
For Other Buildings And These Shall Be Limited To 12 Per Flight.
The minimum head-room in a passage under the landing of a staircase shall be 2.2m. The
minimum clear head-room in any staircase shall be 2.2 m.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS-
As Per NBC 2016 The Exit Requirement For An Educational Building Is 1 For 100 Persons
Exits Shall Be So Located So That The Travel Distance On The Floor Shall Not Exceed22.50
M. For Residential, Educational, Institutional .
Capacity of Exits
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RAMPS-
The ramp to basement and parking floors shall not be less than 7.2m wide for two way traffic
and 4 M wide for one way traffic, provided with gradient of 1:10 for cars and 1:15 for heavy
vehicles. At curved portions of the ramp or for circular ramps the slope should not be more than
1:12.
Ramps may also be provided in the setbacks which can be sloped considering unhindered
movement of fire engine and in no case the gradient shall be less than 1:10.
Water requirement for the facility may be worked out and enough storage for ½ day operation
is to be kept in storage. If municipal water supply is reliable, the toilet blocks may have
underground sump that can store half A day’s requirement and overhead tanks for another
half. If municipal water supply is not available, toilet block may have its own bore well and
pump with no underground sump. Alternatively A hand tube well can be used for storing
water in an elevated (not overhead) tank.
To minimize the wastage of water, self-closing water taps should be used. The pans must be
of pour flush (pf) design I.E. With A steep slope. Traps should be of A 20 mm water seal. (Use
of 50 mm water seal traps will require more water for flushing.) If toilet is to be linked to city
sewer, A master trap has to be provided at the sewer connection.
The minimum size of A cellar room, study room or room used for purposes of instruction
shall be 5.5 m. X 4.5 m. And no part of such room shall be distant more than 7.5 m. From an
external wall abutting on the requisite open space. Every such room shall have minimum
ventilation to the extent of 1/5th of its floor area.
A minimum room height for classroom in all schools and other institutions shall not be less
than 3.0 m. The minimum head room under beams shall be 2.75 m.
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3.2.5 SANITATION REQUIREMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
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ROOMS AND AREAS FOR GENERAL PURPOSE TEACHING
(Figure 99-Classroom arrangements- Source-Neufert)
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(Figure 101-Lab standards arrangements- Source-Neufert)
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3.2.8 LABORATORY STANDARDS AND AREAS-
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3.2.9 ORGANISATION OF SPACE AND FUNCTIONS IN SCHOOL KITCHEN-
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3.2.10 DIFFERENT TOILET FACILITIES IN A SCHOOL
Architect- Atelier Pro Architects, Site Area- 6.33 Acres, Project Cost- 24,770,000$
The international school of the hague is A large, very well-established international school
which opened its doors to students in 1983 and now has A student body of over 1700 students
from over 85 different nationalities
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4.1.1 SCHOOL PROFILE-
The international school of the hague is one of several schools catering to the large
international community of the hague, which exists as A result of the many international
organizations, embassies and companies located in the area.
The primary school became the first school in the world to receive accreditation at 'mastering'
level from the international primary curriculum. It is A co-educational day school with
boarding facilities available nearby. The school is located in A new building completed in
2006. The school also has use of sports fields in the vicinity.
4.1.2 FACILITIES-
It has a 350-seats auditorium inside the school. It also has two full sized, fully equipped
gyms.
There are two computer labs (each equipped with 30 imacs), six equipped science labs as
well as an expanded library.
The school has a canteen, designed to fit 200-350 people. Also the school has expanded
their capacity by including two-story portacabins which are equipped to the highest
standards, with A beautiful view of the school's greenspace.
There is also a car park just outside the school. Unfortunately the car park is not part of the
school community. There are also parking spaces in front of the school, these are prohibited
to use during the day due to the limiting of co2 emissions from cars.
Awards Achieved- 2008 Honor Awards In Architecture, The Modern Design Award Netherlands
Within this building three different schools are combined: A playgroup, A primary school
and A secondary school. The heart of the school is formed by A high, elongated atrium
illuminated by daylight.
The plaza exists as a symbol of “school as community”. Like A square in A city, the plaza
is the center, and is an interesting place to be. Situated around the plaza are media resource
centers, art rooms, sporting facilities, A canteen and A theatre
The classrooms for the younger students, are situated around A safe playground with A
huge sandpit.
These classrooms are very transparent due to large glass sliding doors. Because of this,
the corridor space is heavily used by students.
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PARKING FOR VEHICHLES ON
ENTRANCE OF ACAMEDIC NATURAL WATER BODY ON
THE FRONT OF THE CAMPUS
BLOCK SCHOOL’S SITE
LANDSCAPING AND
`MAIN ACADEMIC BLOCK
VEHICHLE CIRCULATION
SPORTS COMPLEX
PLAY AREA ON THE
ON LEFT
BACK SIDE
SIDE OF THE
SCHOOL (Figure 108-Site plan- Source-Design share)
The neighbors visit the school often. Many follow any number of language courses the
school offers. In the evening, when all the children have left the school, the sport center
is open to the community.
The interior of the street-plaza is joyful and, symbolized the soul of the markets in the
towns of Netherlands. It’s like A “plaza-home”. The glass-house for the children seems
like “glass-home”
(Figure 109-Front elevation of school- Source-Design share) (Figure 110-Entry of school- Source-Design share)
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4.1.4 FIRST FLOOR PLAN-
On the right is the sport centre. Between the sport centre and the auditorium the canteen
is located. The huge, open, central space is called plaza.
The left part of the plaza is called the glasshouse. Two wings of classrooms enclose the
plaza and are interrupted by the main entrance and the playgrounds.
A space where the school presents itself to the international community. Before the
students reach their classroom, they enter the "lounge" of their own cluster.
These lounges are furnished as "living rooms" and each has its own identity.
Inside and between the clusters there is great flexibility in classroom layouts, study and
work spaces. That flexibility makes it possible to respond to educational developments
in the future. The school building, featuring red brick masonry with white frameworks
around the window frames.
Several balconies offer a splendid view of the plaza. Large, rolling shutters offer the
possibility of using part of the plaza as A stage. With these shutters open, the galleries
become part of the scenery.
Under an enormous canopy, the entrance stairs give comfort to the students at the end of
the day while they are waiting to be taken home.
The younger children have their own entrance and square, called the glass house, where
they can play and have their lunch. The playroom at the glass house also has sliding
doors.
(Figure 112-Plaza of school- Source-Design share) (Figure 113-Plaza of school- Source-Design share) (Figure 114- Source-Design share)
BALCONIES AT UPPER FLOOR WIDE STAIRCASES AT PLAZA VIEW OF THE PLAZA
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(Figure 115- Source-Design share) (Figure 116- Source-Design share)
FRONT FAÇADE WITH ENTRANCE FRAGMENT OF FACDE
(Figure 119- Source-Design share) (Figure 120- Source-Design share) (Figure 121- Source-Design share)
TRANSPERANCY IN DESIGN SUSTAINABLE SCREENBLINDS THEATRE
4.1.5 INFERENCES-
It is A compact building with age-related clusters, grouped around the central heart, the
plaza.
Through A large and light atrium you have A view of the whole height of the school.
The school has A factory like façade but the interiors are pleasing, joyfull and mind grabing.
The school also have a sports centre on the right side, which they use it as a revenue
generating source, as they give it for rent for different activities and sports play on rent.
The school building, featuring red brick masonry with white frameworks around the
window frames
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4.2DEAD CASE STUDY- 2
4.2THE DRUK WHITE LOTUS SCHOOL, LADAKH
LOCATION-LADAKH, ARCHITECT- ARUP Associates(firm).
Designed to be built in stages, our plan for the school included teaching courtyards, dining
hall and kitchen, computer and science labs, art studios, A medical clinic and accommodation
for staff and pupils.
It’s all designed around the circular ‘mandala’ form – an ancient indian symbol of wholeness
and the ultimate model for organisation.``
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4.2.3 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN IN A HARSH
ENVIRONMENT-
Ladakh has hot summers and very cold winters, so we installed passive solar heating. Even in
winter, energy from sunlight is stored and used to heat the school and accommodation.
As the school expands and electricity demand increase, they will need to increase installed
capacity of both photovoltaic panels and inverters.
Around half of the initial investment in solar energy was co-financed by carbon offset funds
Because the region is at risk of earthquakes and mud slides, w the school is built using a
timber frame structure with timber robust connections and steel cross-bracing to make sure
everyone stays safe.
Unsurprisingly, it’s already had to demonstrate its capabilities on more than one occasion.`
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Beyond The Obvious Sustainable Features, The School’s Design And Construction Focus On
Sustaining The Cultures, Traditions And Experiences Of The Region.
All The Building Materials For The School Are Sourced Locally, Providing Important Trade
For The Rural Communities. And We’ve Relied Heavily On Local Expertise, Tradesmen And
Building Techniques Throughout The Project, Learning Lots To Take Back To The Uk
Water is a scarce resource in ladakh. The system pumps snow-melt water from a depth of about
30m to reservoirs near the top of the site. One reservoir provides drinking water under gravity
feed to the school, while the other reservoir provides irrigation water. Water availability is a
key aspect of the hygiene promotion programme that forms an important part of the education.
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Ladakh Is Hot In Summer And Very Cold In Winter. But Even In Winter, There Is Often
Intense Sunlight And The Teaching Spaces Heat Quickly Thanks To Their Optimal 30 Deg.
South-east Orientation,combined With Fully Glazed Solar Facades That Gather The Sun’s
Energy And Store Heat In High Thermal Mass Walls.
The Residences Are Oriented Due South,and Use Trombe Walls,which Are Coated Externally
With Dark,heat Absorbing Material And Are Faced With A Double Layer Of Glass. Heat Is
Stored In The Wall And Conducted Inward To The Dormitories At Night-time `
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4.2.8 TECHNIQUES USED IN BUILDING-
In this building the palette of local materials and traditional building techniques. Solid granite
blocks have been used for the outer wall, and mud blocks for the inner walls to form A cavity
wall for significantly improved insulation and high durability.
The roof is of a traditional ladakhi mud construction, including poplar and willow from local
monastery plantations, and provides good protection from the cold.
By supporting the heavy roof on a structure that is independent of the walls, arup’s design team
made sure that the school was built to the Indian seismic code.
Classrooms face the morning sun to make the most of natural light and heat and incorporate
‘trombe’ wall technology.
Trombe walls that absorb the sun’s energy during the daytime to warm the dormitories at night.
The simplest form of trombe wall consists of a glass pane held against a wall with the inner
room are two vents, one at the top and one at the bottom of the air space.
During the day the sun heats first the air in this space, then the solid wall behind. Once the air
is heated it rises and enters into the room, giving it additional heat. Also the rising air pulls in
cooler air from the room below to then be heated.
But for sometime after the sun goes down the now hot wall will still keep heating air and
exchanging that heat into the room.
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4.2.10 SEISMIC DESIGN AND SAFETY
The school is located in an area of considerable seismic activity and the methods used to
ensure improved safety in the event of an earthquake needed to be easy to emulate for future
structures.
Druk white lotus building structures use timber frames to resist seismic loads and ensure life
safety in the event of an earthquake.
The timber frames are independent of the walls, and steel connections and cross-bracing
provide earthquake stability.
Traditional dry latrines have been enhanced to ‘vip latrines’. These eliminate fly and odour
problems and – most importantly in A desert environment - do not require water.
A double chamber system with an integrated solar flue allows their operation as composting
toilets and produces humus that can be used as fertiliser.
The design of the toilet system at druk is simple and effective. A minor adaptation to the
traditional style is an innovative solution to remove smells.
A large sheet of steel (2-3mm thick) forms the back wall to the composting space, this is
painted black to heat the air behind creating an updraft.
As the cold air from the bottom of the compost pit rises it draws the smells up and out of
horizontal vents at roof level
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4.2.12AWARDS
ACHIEVED-
The International Architecture In Stone Award, 2013
4.2.13 INFERENCES-
Thus classrooms are placed in mainly south direction, so as to achieve more day light
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5. LIVE CASE STUDY- 1
5.1.1 LOCATION-
It is located in the picturesque doon valley, heavily forested and tucked into the foothills of
middle Himalayas.
(Figure 145-Selaqui location map (www.google.com) (Figure 146-Dehradun location map (www.google.com)
The school campus is located on Dehradun-chakrata road, about 20kms from Dehradun.
The route from Dehradun passes by forest research institute, India's premier flora conservation
body and Indian military academy and further through lush green forests.
5.1.2 About the site -site area - 52 acres architect- Amardeep singh, Gurgaon.
The site is approached via the industrial land of the region. The site has gradual slope which
has been well incorporated in design.
The site for the selaqui school is very picturesque with splendid views of the surrounding hills,
proximity to a river, undulating land and a magnificent peepal tree of 200years of age.
5.1.3 Approach: The Main Entrance Of The Site Is West Facing Through A 18’ Wide Road.
(Figure 147-Road connecting school (Source-Author) (Figure 148-Main entrance of school (Source-Author)
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The service entrance is through 15’ wide road South facing.
(Figure 152-Selaqui Industrial area (Source-Author) (Figure 153-ZEE Himgiri University (Source-Author)
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5.1.6 PLANNING ANALYSIS
Hostel block: separate hostels for girls and boys with common rooms and warden
residences.
Staff housing
dining block: common dining for students and staff and kitchen.
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Sports facilities: swimming pool, tennis, basketball, volleyball, cricket, football, squash
and horse riding .
(Figure 156-Open and Built up area (Source-Design share) (Figure 157-Pie chart (Source-Author)
School building area: academic /admin=3 acres (5.8%) supp. Facility =1.3 acres (2.5%) 2.
Residential=3.5 acres (6.7%)
(Figure 160-Courtyard in Academic building (Source-Author) (Figure 161-Aerial view od Academic building (Source-Author)
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5.1.9 SITE PLAN (N.T.S) WITH PHOTOGRAPHS-
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Conforming to the climate of the region as well as to the traditional architectural expression
sloping roofs been incorporated for the entire complex. These sheltering roofs have large
overhangs to protect the buildings from the regions fairly heavy rainfall
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Informal seating spaces are provided so that they can be used by students during their free time.
It shows an exciting and remarkable play of terraces and courtyards
At the exact centre of this academic building lies the data centre. Being at the lowest level the
roof of this centre becomes the connecting bridge between the blocks.
This allows the division of the block into four sub blocks
namely, the social science block, the physical science block,
the business science block and the arts block.
CORRIDORS ARE 2.2M WIDE AS PER STANDARDS: MIN. WIDTH OF CORRIDOR: 1.8 M
CLASSROOMS- Are bright and airy, are square in plan with A chamfered corner.
All the classrooms are provided with natural lighting and display.
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CLASSROOM SIZE: 7.5M X 7.5M
Student Strength: 33
Labs are well lit and ventilated. Enough storage space has been provided.
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RESIDENTIAL-
Dining block is placed between the girls and boys hostel blocks.
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On Ground Floor
No. Of
Dormitories:6
Dormitory Size:
7.4x7.1 M
Area: 52.5 Sq.Mt
(Figure 184-Boys hostel’s courtyard (Figure 185-Boys Seven seater room plan
(Source-Author) (Source-www.issu.com)
On First Floor
No. Of Dormitories:6
Dormitory Size: 5.4 X5.3 M
Area: 28.6 Sq.Mt
(Figure 186-Boys Four seater room plan (Figure 187-Boys hostel circulation plan
(Source-www.issu.com) (Source-www.issu.com)
Each dormitory on ground floor is shared by seven students and on first floor is shared by four
students.
SPORTS FACILITIES-
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(Figure 190-Tennis court (Source-Author) (Figure 191-Cricket Field (Source-Author) (Figure 192-Soccer Field (Source-Author)
HEALTH FACILITIES-
The school has well-equipped ten-bedded infirmary to address the medical problems of the
students, it has separate provisions for boys and girls including an isolated air-conditioned
ward
(Figure 193-AC ward (Source-Author) (Figure 194-Beds in dispensary- (Source-Author) (Figure 195-Doctors cabin- (Source-Author)
DINING BLOCK-
It has a different architectural character than rest of campus. (Figure 198-Dining block
(Source-Author)
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(Figure 198-Dining block floor plan-(Source-Author)
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(Figure 205-Washing area-(Source-Author) (Figure 206-Washing area-(Source-Author)
UTILITY BLOCK-
The utility block is placed at the southern side so that it is directly accessible from the
service road it contains:
Laundry
Carpentry
Store for furniture
Electricity rooms
5.1.12 LANDSCAPING-
There is perfect integration of the architecture of the school with its landscape.
All the paths are lined with shrubs and trees thus helping to soften the look.
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The layout of the buildings, the extensive and luxurious landscaping merges beautifully with
the surroundings.
All this adds to a quiet, serene and pollution free environment, which further enhances the
living and learning environment in the school.
(Figure 216-Amphi-theatre- (Source-Author) (Figure 217-Open ground- (Source-Author) (Figure 218-Trees at site- (Source-Author)
5.1.13 MATERIALS-
The buildings are largely built of locally available stone. This is the river stone which has been
cut and dressed and used as random rubble masonry.
In certain parts of academic block, funicular shell roofing has been employed. These provide
distinctive character to the academic building and also reduce cost of construction
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5.1.14 INFERENCES-
All the blocks are well integrated with the site and merges into the overall landscape and well
connected to each other through walkways.
The academic block has been excellently designed around a central terrace and courtyards.
There is A visual continuity of the classrooms to courts and terraces. Open spaces all around
enhance outdoor learning activities and relates well the built form.
There is perfect integration of the architecture of the school with its landscape. There is an
interesting blend of hard as well as soft landscape.
Use of local materials and simple techniques gives it an ethic look and forms a part of local
environment.
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5.2 LIVE CASE STUDY- 2
The campus is situated on an elevated, wooded site along the majestic foothills of the aravali
hills. This not only ensures A tranquil environment away from the rush and din of city life, but
also offers A magnificent scenic panorama across the hills.
Despite its unique location, the school is only 35 kilometers from the Delhi international
airport and falls within the NCR.
(Figure 220-Gurgaon location map- (Source-google) (Figure 221-Pathways location map- (Source-google)
Featuring A multipurpose lakeside amphitheater, usable green areas and shaded walkways, along
with old Indian sculptures and other artifacts representative of the country’s rich history.
Pathways is truly A special school and stands out as A joyous place to learn.
The school is planned with the understanding that learning does not begin nor end in the
classroom. The entire site has been laid out as an eclectic mix of formal and informal areas to
encourage different learning styles.
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Pathways totally believes in sustainable habitat and tries to do its bit towards securing the
environment for the future. As an educational institution we feel it is our responsibility to
sensitize these young minds towards nature and its importance.
The whole campus is filled with a beautiful land scape, shaded walkways have been initiated in
the whole campus, a huge water body is also been created with the Amphitheatre. Tree lined
pathways are in cooperated around the whole campus. The huge sports area is also been created
within the campus having Olympic sized soccer field, lawn tennis courts basket ball courts
swimming pool and horse riding area for the students.
Large group gatherings - the central tiered amphitheater around a large water body is intended
for both informal and formal gatherings
there is a heavy emphasis on physical activity and a variety of opportunities are afforded to
students to excel in their area of ability and interest.
The site also boosts a world class media center which serves as the global connections zone as
well as a large arts and crafts center.
None of the multiple intelligences are ignored in the design and placement of site elements.
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5.2.6 ZONING-
The design team has work on the building structural parts by using the various passive
techniques for creating a comfortable room temperature.
CEILING HEIGHTS-
As A normal phenomenon the cool air is heavy and stays down
and the hot air is light and always travel up. So they
consciously kept the ceiling heights about 4.2 meters thus
allowing the space for hot air. The fan coil units are placed A
little lower and send the cool air draft downwards thus not
(Figure 224-Air flow - (Source-Wikipedia)
hitting the pocket of hot air trapped on the top.
WALL-
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Because of the air cavity total thickness of the outside walls are about 18” to 20”. Windows are
then placed on the inner edge of the wall. This automatically gives A shade of 18” to 20” and
thus the sun does not strike directly on the windows.
The glass is used in a double glazed unit having 6 mm reflective glass on outside, 12 mm gap
filled with argon gas and 6 mm clear low ‘e’ glass inside. Glass specification include U value
of around 1.6, solar factor of around .35 and light transmission about 25%. The low ‘E’, U
value and solar factor ensure that the outside heat does not travel inside the room.
5.2.9 HORTICULTURE-
cooler atmosphere.
5.2.10 RAIN WATER HARVESTING-
Being A huge campus of 32 acres and having huge terrace areas of
buildings, all the storm water is channelized into the intelligently
designed storm water drain network
5.2.11 ROOFS-
Terraces are open to the sun heat and radiate A lot of heat inside. This
increases the air-conditioning load on the top floor of the building.
Here they again go the natural way. They lay the brick bats over the
rcc roof for insulation. This is then plastered and then on top, broken
china mosaic of white and light colours are layed.
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This china mosaic reflects the heat from the sun and being of light colours do not absorb any
heat either. And whatever little is left, the brick bats take care of not passing it through.
5.2.12 LANDSCAPING-
(Figure 228 - (Source-Author) (Figure 229 - (Source-Author) (Figure 230 - (Source-Author)
5.2.13 INFERENCES-
The whole campus is beautifully planned keeping the sustainability aspect in mind.
A huge amphitheater is provided as a focus point for large gatherings and events to be held in
school
Proper sports facilities are provided for the students from Olympic sized soccer field, golf
putting area, to tennis courts and cricket field.
Huge monumental scale is followed in the order of the buildings to give it a traditional
look(huge columns at facade, exposed brick work).
Proper landscaping is done all over the hundred of varieties of plants are planted around the
campus.
Different learning techniques like media center, student deck are planned, so that the student can
learn practically not theoretically.
A sense of an international level can be feel by visiting the campus as it provides numerous
facilities, so as the student can feel like home .
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FINAL DESIGN
6.CONCEPT-
6.1 ORGANIC SPACES( A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDOOR AND OUTDOOR)
Social interaction can also be provided through a pedestrian flow in outdoor spaces, where the
groups perceive a decrease of seclusion
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6.1.1 DESIGN STRATEGIES THROUGH SKETCHES-
JUNCTIONS WITH TREE LINED PATHWAYS AMPHITHEATRE FOR GATHERING AND EVENTS
(Figure 238- (Source-Author) (Figure 239- (Source-Author)
Thus its very important to create an inter relationship between the indoor and the outdoor spaces.
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CONCEPTUAL ZONING
THE SITE
(Figure 244- (Source-Author)
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ON THE BASIS OF ACTIVITY
(Figure 246- (Source-Author)
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