Inner Voyage Resort

A journey of self-discovery
Shimla (H.P)

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INNER VOYAGE will be dedicated to promoting the authentic spiritual

tradition of Yoga in a holistic manner.
What makes it unique is that, whilst Yoga will be taught in traditional
ashram style (daily yoga, meditation sessions, chanting classes, a strict
vegetarian, no alcohol policy and communityservice), guests will live in a
luxurious environment normally associated with a starResort.
It will enable the guests TO INTEGRATE THE MANIFOLD FACETS
AND BENEFITS OF YOGA INTO THEIR DAILY LIVES without the
austerity and rigor usually associated with ashrams.
It provides the guests a private, tranquil haven to pamper, nourish,
detoxify and recharge themselves; and if they have the desire, to provide
a road map to guide them down A SPIRITUAL PATH OF SELFDISCOVERY.

Every aspect of this resort will be dedicated to this

purpose:
YOGA SESSIONS to rejuvenate and cleanse the body.
MEDITATION SESSIONS and other yogic practices to calm the
mind.
AYURVEDIC SPA treatments to rejuvenate the body and
remove toxins.
Nourishing, organic vegetarian FOOD to detoxify and heal the
body.
An environment and ACCOMMODATIONS, which allow the
guest to benefit from the positive energy of nature.
COMMUNITY SERVICE to experience the joy of giving.
DISCUSSIONS on yoga philosophy and scriptures.

Inner Voyage is a SEAMLESS BLEND of the modern and the timeless,

luxury and simplicity, indulgence and enlightenment.
The private, serene and simply luxuriousaccommodationwill be
structured tomakethe guest feel like they are LIVING IN THE MIDDLE OF
NATURE.
The architecture and interiors will be a CONFLUENCE OF TRADITIONAL
and the modern tiled roofs, antique doorways and stone pillars give way to
contemporary interiors and state of the art facilities.

About the project

The project is to design a MEDITATION AND YOGA RESORT
in Shimla.
This project is proposed by a SOLE PROPRIETOR
HOMELAND EXOTICA (MR. SUNIL KUMAR SOOD) keeping
the need & necessity of Meditation & Yoga to rejuvenate and
cleanse oneself.
The vision behind establishing the Resort is to be A
VACATION OF SELF-DISCOVERY; giving participants an
opportunity to renew their mind and body experience.
The design intent is to help you live a happier, healthier and
more fulfilling life and RAISE AWARENESS THROUGH YOGA
AND MEDITATION in a fresh and spontaneous way.
The MOTIVE IS TO REINVENT USERS LIFE or simply take
a break, tomake stay relaxing, inspiring and a memorable
experience.
The PLOT AREA IS 40468.5 SQ M. The TOTAL COVERED
AREA is envisaged to be in the range of 60702.75 SQ M

SITE ANALYSIS

It is very important which deals with the STUDY OF THE

LAND FOR ITS POTENTIALS which are taken into
consideration while designing so that the infrastructure is in
HARMONY WITH NATURE using all the available means.
Various data like identification of potentials and problems, site
observation, natural forces are collected, which PROVIDE A
BASE ON WHICH THE DESIGNING WOULD BE CARRIED
OUT.
Site analysis, the process of analyzing /understanding the
existing site qualities, considering factors that DETERMINE A
SITE CHARACTER, the purpose each factor serves & location
of each factor in some manner.
FACTORS that determine a sites character include Natural
factors and man made factors. Natural factors include water,
vegetation, topography, orientation, climate etc, whereas man
made factors include assess, surrounding buildings, services
etc
The various facts to be analyzed can be studied under
following heads:
About the city
Location
Access
Site area/site dimensions
Surroundings
Topography
Vegetation
Climatic data
Soil conditions

C SHIMLAalso known ASSimla, is THE CAPITAL CITY of the Indian state

ofHIMACHAL PRADESH, located in northern India.
Shimlais bounded byMANDI andKULLUin the NORTH,KINNAURin the EAST, the
I state
ofUTTARAKHANDin the SOUTH-EAST, andSOLANandSIRMAUR to the
T SOUTH.
Shimla acts as A HUB FOR INDIA'S TOURISM sector. It is among the top 10
entrepreneurial locations in India.
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Shimla lies in the south-western ranges of theHimalayas at31.61N 77.10E. It has

SURROUNDINGS
In close proximity to the mythological hanuman temple
SANKAT MOCHAN surrounded by graceful FOREST
COVER from all sides.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

an AVERAGE ALTITUDE OF 2,397 METRES (7,864FT) above mean sea leveland

extends along a ridge with sevenspurs.
The city stretches nearly 9.2 KILOMETRES (5.7MI) FROM EAST TO WEST. Shimla
was built on top of SEVEN HILLS namely: Inverarm Hill, Observatory Hill, Prospect Hill,
Summer Hill, Bantony Hill, Elysium Hill and Jakhoo Hill.
The city is A ZONE IV (HIGH DAMAGE RISK ZONE) per theEarthquake hazard
zoning of India.

LANDFORM/TOPOGRAPHY:
MULTIFACETED AND DIVERSE CONTOURS due to the fact
that it is located near the higher Himalayas and the sub tropical
regions.
A small NALA flows within the site.
Almost the whole site is covered with PINE, DEODAR AND
OAK TREES.
Soil Type is GREY-WOODED PODZOLIC according to the
climate.

SITE LOCATION

DRAINAGE

INNER VOYAGE is a proposed meditation and yoga resort to be developed

on 10 ACRES of land near Sankat Mochan Temple, Kyari Hill Shimla, H.P.

The slope of the site is mostly towards the WEST and towards
the NALA

APPROACH TO THE SITE

site is proposed near 5meter wide road cutting from the NH 22 n which
leads to SANKAT MOCHAN TEMPLE and oppositely it leads to TUTIKANDI.
on the same road there is a famous hanuman temple SANKAT MOCHAN
and site is accessible from two sides according to the topography.

Plan
Multifaceted
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SITE SERVICES
The necessary infrastructural services like drainage,
sewerage, water supply & the electricity are available near the
site along the road and inside the site.

SHAPE OF THE SITE

: Site is IRREGULAR in shape & two sides are attached with

road.

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Sankat Moachan
Temple

NH 22

nala
Within the site

5M wide Road
Leading to Sankat
Moachan

Slope towards west

5M wide Road

Highest alt: 1510m

Lowest alt:1410m

Sankat
Moachan
Temple
Dense forest
cover

Proposed Site

Dense forest
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Road Towards
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Road Towards tuttikandi

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AVERAGE TEMPERAURE
Varies from 10degree to 20 degree with Max reaching to 35
degrees in June and Drops down to -5 degree in Jan
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The Cyan line in 3rd chart represents heating needs from

November to march
The YELLOW line represents cooling needs during monsoon
i.e june to august when humidity is more

Road towards
tutukandi

PREVAILING WINDS
The yellow chart represents wind frequency (hrs)
The blue chart represents average wind temperatures.
The pink chart represents the average humidity.
The red chart represents the average rainfall.

Road from
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Road towards
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CLIMATIC FACTORS
Shimla is beautiful throughout the year and can be visited in any month,
however,SeptembertoJunewill be the best months for travelling to Shimla
Winter(October to February) are ideal for enjoyingsnowfall, skiing and ice
skating. Average temperature during winter is 8C and can dip as low as -2C.
This is a good time for honeymooning.
Summer(March to June) are the suitable time visitingShimla tourism place
and enjoying the scenic beauty of the place. Temperature ranges between
15C to 30C and is ideal for indulging in paragliding, trekking, camping and
rafting. There will be no snowfall, butsnowcan be enjoyed on very high
altitudes.
Monsoon(July to mid September) are not the best time to visit as excessive
rain can result in landslides.

The green band is the thermal comfort band

The red band indicates average monthly temperature
COMFORT THERMAL NEUTRALITY

All the olive green coordinates represents intersection of relative

humidity and temperature of each hour of an year.
All the points lying within the blue quadrilateral represents hours
which do not require any mechanical air conditioning for attaining
thermal comfort of the user.
By introducing sustainable strategies such as passive heating
( cyan quadrilateral), thermal mass effects (yellow quadrilateral),
natural ventilation (green quadikateral) we can achieve thermal
comfort in these additional hours lying within the coordinates.

PSYCROMETRIC CHART

MaximumAverageTemperature: 31C (88F)

MinimumAverageTemperature:4C (25F)

AnnualRelativeHumidity:84.2%

AnnualAveragePrecipitation:1577mm

Annual Average Snowfall: 155cm

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Pink area
Under heated period
Yellow area
Overheated period
Cyan area
The optimum orientation
according to the chart is north
south 97.5 - 187.5

Thermal comfort
A- ventilation

It is a process of changing or replacing air to regulate temperature

and moisture
It is important to support the ability of thermal mass to absorb and
release heat in order to regulate the indoor temperature.
Cross ventilation:
Open able windows and doors should be located on different sides of
the building, with less than 8 meters distance btw them to allow for
adequate and effective air flow
Stack effect:
The term stack effect This effect can be used to replace air inside a
house. For instance,
when its colder outside the windows can be opened to let in cooler
air. Warmer air inside the room will rise towards the ceiling, exiting via
high open able windows and skylights.
Warm air inside is replaced by fresh and cooler outdoor air.
Exhaust fans
Ceiling fans
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mass inside
a building will absorb heat when the
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surroundings are warmer than the mass, will store the heat and
radiate it slowly when the surroundings are cooler.
It can actively be used to regulate temperature, therefore, reducing
the need for mechanical heating and cooling.
Summer benefits
Materials such as concrete and brick are cooler in summer than the
surrounding air temperature, so they are able to absorb heat, which
consequently lowers the room temperature and the need for
additional cooling.
At night the thermal mass will slowly release stored heat.
Winter benefits
In winter, thermal mass works like a heater: it absorbs radiant heat
from the sun through north, east and west-facing windows, and also
stores heat from mechanical heating.
The thermal mass will slowly release the heat which reduces the
need for heating

C -insulation
insulation is the most effective way to improve the energy efficiency of a
building, as it acts as a barrier to heat transfer.
It will keep the house warm in winter and will help to stay cool in
summer, improves thermal comfort and well-being, and minimises
condensation on walls and ceilings.
Bulk insulation mostly resists the transfer of conducted and convected
heat, using millions of tiny pockets filled with still air or other gases
within its structure.
This air provides the materials insulating effect, therefore its essential
not to compress bulk insulation.

d- siting
The siting and orientation of a building is essential in
achieving goodsolar accessand hence good energy
efficiency.
The house needs to be designed according to the site and
must respond to site-specific conditions to maximisefree
solar energy.
Thesurface area to volume ratio(S/V) is an important
factor for the performance of a building.
The greater the surface area, the greater the potential
heat gain or loss through it. Consequently, a small S/V ratio
implies minimum heat gain and heat loss.
However, tominimise heat transfer through the building
envelope, the building shape and accordingly the floor plan
itself, should be as compact as possible.

Different Types Of Insulation

Bulk insulation
Bulk insulation is available in different shapes and materials.
-Batts and Blankets (Glass wool/Fibreglass, Rockwool, Natural Wool,
Polyester)
-Loose-fill insulation (Cellulose Fibre, Natural Wool, Granulated Rockwool)
-Boards (Extruded Polystyrene, Foil-faced expanded polystyrene, Wood
Fibre)

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Reflective insulation
Reflective insulation mainly resists radiant heat flow. It is made of thin
sheets of highly reflective aluminium foil, which reflects heat from its
polished surfaces.
The performance relies on the presence of an air layer of at least 25
mm next to the reflecting surface.
Keep in mind that dust will greatly reduce the performance.
Some examples include:
Reflective Foil Laminate
Multi-Cell Reflective Foil Products
- Expandable Concertina-Style Foil
Foil Bonded to Bulk Insulation

Building in cold regions:

Architects can achieve energy efficiency in the buildings
they design by studying the macro and microclimate of the
site, applying bioclimatic architectural principles to combat
the adverse conditions, and taking advantage of the
desirable conditions.
A few common design elements that directly or indirectly
affect thermal comfort conditions and thereby the energy
consumption in a building are listed below:
1.Site
(a) Landform
(b) Open Spaces And Built Forms
(c) Street Width
2.Orientation And Plan form
3.Building Envelope
(a) Roof
(b) Walls
(c) Fenestration
(d) Colour And Texture
4.Techniques
(a) Glazing
(b) Trombe Wall
(c) Water wall
(d) Roof Based Air Heating System
(e) Sunspaces

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(a) Landform
() In cold climates, heat gain is desirable. Hence, buildings should be
located on the south slope of a hill or mountain for better access to
solar radiation
() Exposure to cold winds can be minimised by locating the building on
the leeward side. In case the southern side is the windward side. The
building should be glazed in such a manner that minimum wind enters
the building
() Parts of the site which offer natural wind barrier can be chosen for
constructing a building.

(C) Orientation and plan form

Buildings must be compact with small surface to volume ratios to
reduce heat loss.
.Windows should face south to facilitate direct gain
The north side of the building should be well-insulated.
Living areas can be located on the southern side while utility are
as such as stores can be on the northern side.
Air-lock lobbies at the entrance and exit points of the building
reduce heat loss.
Heat generated by appliances in rooms such as kitchens may be
used to heat the other parts of the building.

(d) techniques

(b) Open Spaces And Built Forms

Buildings can be clustered together to minimise exposure to cold winds.

open spaces between buildings must be such that they allow maximum
solar rays to be incident on the building.

They should be treated with a halt and reflective surface so that day
reflect solar radiation onto the building.
(c) Street width and orientation

In cold climates, the street orientation should be east-west to allow for

maximum south sun to enter the building.

The street should be wide enough to ensure that the buildings on one
side do not shade those on the other side (i.e. solar access should be
ensured)

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Reflective insulation
Reflective insulation mainly resists radiant heat flow. It is made of thin
sheets of highly reflective aluminium foil, which reflects heat from its
polished surfaces.
The performance relies on the presence of an air layer of at least 25
mm next to the reflecting surface.
Keep in mind that dust will greatly reduce the performance.
Some examples include:
Reflective Foil Laminate
Multi-Cell Reflective Foil Products
- Expandable Concertina-Style Foil
Foil Bonded to Bulk Insulation

glazing:
South facing glazing is ideal for cool temperate climates. It allows
maximum solar access in winter and can be easily shaded in summer.
In cool temperate climates:
Maximize South facing glazing with solar exposure (especially in
living areas).
Minimize east & west facing glazing.
Use adjustable shading.
Use insulating glass and frames and/or snug fitting insulating drapes
with sealed pelmets.
Trombe wall
A Trombe wall is a thermally massive wall with vents provided at the
top and bottom. It may be made of concrete, masonry, adobe, and is
usually located on the southern side (in the northern hemisphere) of a
building in order to maximize solar gains.
The outer surface of the wall is usually painted black for maximizing
absorption and the wall is directly placed behind glazing with an air
gap in between.
Solar radiation is absorbed by the wall during the day and stored as
sensible heat. The air in the space between the glazing and the wall
gets heated up and enters the living spaces by convection through
the vents.
Cool air from the rooms replaces this air, thus setting up a
convection current. The vents are closed during night, and heat
stored in the wall during the day heats up the living space by
conduction and radiation.
water wall
Water walls are based on the same principle as that for trombe walls,
except that they employ water as the thermal storage material.
A water wall is a thermal storage wall made up of drums of water
stacked up behind glazing. It is usually painted black to increase heat
absorption.
It is more effective in reducing temperature swings, but the time
lag is less.
Heat transfer through water walls is much faster than that for
trombe walls.

 roof- based air heating system:

In this technique, incident solar radiation is trapped by the roof and is
used for heating interior spaces.
In the Northern Hemisphere, the system usually consists of an inclined
south-facing glazing and a north-sloping insulated surface on the roof
Between the roof and the insulation, an air pocket is formed, which is
heated by solar radiation.
A moveable insulation can be used to reduce heat loss through glazed
panes during nights
There can be variations in the detailing of the roof air heating systems.

Development conditions

sunspaces:
A sun space or solarium is the combination of direct and indirect gain
systems
. The solar radiation heats up the sun space directly, which in turn heats
up the living space(separated from the sun space by a mass wall)by
convection and conduction through the mass wall.
In the northern hemisphere, the basic requirements of buildings heated
by sunspace are :
(a) a glazed south facing collector space attached yet separated from the
building
(b) Living space separated from the sun space by a thermal storage wall.
Sun spaces may be used as winter gardens adjacent to the living space.

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Exterior shutters
for green house
effect
Roof based airheating system

Greenhouse
insulation slopes
and clearance

site
sunspace

F.A.R: 1.5
Ground Coverage: 40%
Demarcation from revenue authority shall be mandatory.
Maximum acceptable slope for development 450.Been prepared.
Maximum height of plinth level 4.00 meters.
Height of parking floor shall be 2.30 meters parking floor and it shall
be over and above the permissible floor area ratio limit.
In case space as per requirement for parking is available in open over
and above the set backs, condition of parking floor shall not be
insisted.
Minimum and maximum height of floor shall be 2.70 and 3.00 meters
respectively ( for all uses) 25% variations in floor heights if required for
specific functional requirement of an activity shall be permissible with
restriction of overall height of the structure.
Height of sloping roof zero at eaves and maximum 2.50 meters at
center.
Construction in terraces shall be allowed to have a provision of
storey's as permissible subject to fulfillment of floor area ratio
provision.
1/3rd area of the top floor shall be allowed as open terrace wherever
sloping roof is provided.
Set backs:
Minimum front set backs from the line of controlled width of
highways and other PWD scheduled roads falling within the
planning area limits/ special planning area limits ( excluding
the land included in the inhabited sites of any village as
entered and demarcated in the revenue record or on sites in
municipal notified or town area that are already built-up) shall
be 3.00 meter.
Minimum front set back from non scheduled roads and
municipal roads shall be 3.00 meter.
Maximum hill cut of 3.50 meter height shall be permissible.
Minimum permissible distance between two blocks constructed on a
plot shall be 5.00 meter.
Minimum permissible distance of construction from the circumference
of a tree/boundary of forest shall be 2 meter/ 5 meter respectively.
Reconstruction on old lines/ new construction on vacant sites in the
pockets having maximum built up area shall be allowed with the prior
recommendation of director, town and country planning to the extent
of maximum four storeys+one parking floor provided site abuts
minimum 5.00 meter wide street and adhering to set backs regulation
except core area.
No construction shall be permissible above vision line (1.50 meter) on
valley sides of highways/ major roads.
25% of the area for development shall be kept for parking in planned
commercial complexes.
Maximum number of storey's on vacant land/plot located in the
bazaar area:
plot abutting path 3.50 meters three storeys wide and above.

plot abutting upto 3.00 meters two storeys wide path

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To be able to eat comfortably, one person requires a table
area of = 600MM X 400MM
This provides sufficient clearance between adjacent diners.
According to standards, round tables, or tables with six or
eight sides, with a diameter of 900-1200mm are ideal for 4
people, and can also take one or more diners.

Table Dimensions
A. Total area required for table 60 - 90
B. Table top width . 24 - 42
D. Customer seating area . 18 - 24
E. Traffic area. 18 - 24
F. Tabletop height.. 29 - 30
G. Seat height ..16" -- 18"

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Wheelchair Seating Requirements

A. Wheelchair seating area.. 30
B. Tabletop width ... 24 - 42
C. Customer seating area ................................ 18 - 24
D. Distance to underside of table.. 30
E. Tabletop height................................................... 31

Furniture guidelines

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SPATIAL PLANNING

BOOTH LAYOUTS

RESTURANT AND KITCHEN

FUNCTION AND ORGANISATION

Work space dimensions

Clearances
Up to 1200 mm clearance in front of storage areas with a sliding
door.
1200 mm x 1200 mm clearance in front of other rooms with
swinging or folding doors (e.g. dining room/servery doors).
Cupboards and shelves
Sliding shelves under the kitchen counter and built-in oven.
Insulate or build an enclosure around the pipes under the sink to
avoid risk of burns while allowing for proper clearances.
Stove and cook top
Controls on the side or in front depending on the size of the oven.
The standard 920 mm above floor level is recommended for the
stove and positioning it near that part of the kitchen counter used for
food preparation.
Range hood equipped with an easy-to-reach control.
Electrical outlets at least 400 mm above floor level.
Kitchen counter electrical outlets 1050 mm above floor level.
Ensure that all switches, thermostats, etc. are easy to activate with
one hand.

KITCHEN
ACCESS AND EGRESS
The design of any commercial kitchen must allow:
safe and convenient movement about the workplace
safe egress from the workplace in an emergency
safe access to any part of the workplace.

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Food Service Lines/Aisles
Minimum clear width of 36" is provided. (42
preferred).
Tray slides are mounted a maximum of 34"
above floor.
13. 50% of each type of self- service shelves
are within required reach ranges (54"
maximum height, side reach).
Tableware, dishware, condiments, food and
beverage display shelves, and dispensing
devices are located within accessible reach
ranges.
Table tops and counters on which tableware,
condiments, etc. are placed are between 28"
and 34 from the floor surface.

Provision must be made for safe routes out of the

building in case of fire or other emergencies. It is
important to ensure that these exits remain unobstructed
and that the escape route is easy to pass through.
Where no point on the floor is more than 20m from an
exit, only one exit is required, otherwise at least two exits
are required.
An exit must lead to a road or open space or to a fire
compartment.
The unobstructed height of the path of travel to an exit
must not be less than 2000mm.
The unobstructed width of the path of travel to an exit
(except the actual doorway) must not be less than
1000mm.

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All equipment must be:
able to be easily moved for cleaning
built into the walls, so it is completely enclosed to be vermin proof
built against the wall or other equipment and the joints must be
sealed.

Dumb waiter must have a smooth impervious surface free of

crevices and open joints.
Vertical conveyors must have the wall of the shaft made from a
smooth material, free of any crevices or cracks.
Access must be provided for cleaning.

WALLS

The finishes on the walls must be impervious to grease, food particles and water.
The finish must be smooth and even.
The surface should have no buckles, ledges or exposed fixings.
The finished surface of the walls must be easy to clean
Recommended finishes include:
paint finish on hard plaster or flush
plasterboard linings
ceramic tiles with epoxy grout
stainless steel or aluminum sheet with welded joints andsealed fixings
laminated plastic sheeting
PVC sheeting, which is welded at the seams.

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CEILING

The average height for a ceiling in a commercial kitchen should be not

less than 2400mm. This includes all preparation and storage areas.
Suspended acoustic tile ceilings are not permitted in food preparation
areas or where food is displayed or served. They are difficult to clean
to the required hygiene standards and may harbor dust, grease and
insects at the top of the drop ceiling.
Where a sealant is used in the ceiling joint it must be made of a
material that is impervious and washable.
It is recommended that ceilings and walls in the kitchen be painted in
a light shade. This is so that dirt and grease are more easily visible and
therefore seen and cleaned.
Recommended finishes include: paint finish on flush plasterboard
linings.

SWIMMING POOL
OPEN AIR POOLS ARE USED ALMOST EXCLUSIVELY FOR
LEISURE ACTIVITIES.THE REQUIRED WATER AREA PER
INHABITANT 0.15 SQM IN LOW POPULATION DENSITY
CATCHMENT AREAS TO 0.05 SQM WHERE THE POPULATION
DENSITY IS HIGH.THIS RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE NUMBER
OF INHABITANTS AND THE SIZE OF THE WATER AREA IGNORES
ANY ELEMENT OF TOURISM.
A SITE AREA 8-16 SQ.M PER SQUARE METER OF PLANNED
WATER AREA SHOULD BE PLANNED. ALLOW PARKING SPAACE
FOR ONE CAR AND TWO BICYCLES FOR EVERY 200 TO 300
SQM OF THE SITE AREA.
FOR THE ENTRY AREA 200 SQM SHOULD BE ALLOCATED PER
1000 SQM WATER AREA, WHICH 50 SQM WILL BE FOR A
COVERED ENTRANCE WITH A TICKET OFFICE AND SOME FORM
OF ENTRY CONTROL.
AN AREA OF 10 SQM SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR STAFF ROOMS
IN FACILITIES WITH WATER AREAS UPTO 2000 SQM ; ABOVE
THIS 20 SQM SHOULD BE ALLOWED FOR STAFF.

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CIRCULATION HELPS IN GIVING SHAPE TO THE DIFFERENT SPACES

THROUGH THE CONNECTIVITY.
PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENT IS MOST CRITICAL FACTOR IN LANDSCAPE
DESIGN.
THE FOLLOWING POINTS ARE TO BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION
BEFORE DECIDING EXTERNAL CIRCULATIION:
PLACEMENT OF THE BLOCKS SHOULD BE SUCH THAT THERE IS PROPER
SCOPE OF SETBACKS CONSIDERING THE SPACE OF PLANTATION,
FOOTPATHS FOR PEDESTRIAN & PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
SEPARATE ROUTES FOR 2 WHEELER & 4 WHEELER TRAFFIC.
SPECIAL CARE IS TO BE TAKEN FOR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED
PERSONS.

Every road, paths, building entrance & all other

circulation should be accessible to physically challenged
person

External lighting
LIGHTING ON WALKWAYS , BIKEWAYS, ROAD WAYS AND
PARKING SHALL PROVIDE A SAFE AND ORDERLY FLOW IN AND
AROUND CCOMPLEX AND SHALL EFFICIENTLY MEET THE
ENERGY CONSERVATION GOALS.
ON ROADWAYS, PLACEMENT OF INDIVIDUAL FIXTURES MAY
VARY UP TO 20% OF THE AVERAGE SPACING (10 IF THE
AVERAGE IS 50)

Up lighting
(directional viewing)

Up lighting
(all around viewing)

moon lighting

Silhouette lighting

Spot lighting

Spread lighting

Spot lighting

Spread lighting

Path lighting

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Still water design

Freefalling &
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Yoga is a perfect blend of physical and mental practices

which purifies ones intellect and in turn leads to
spiritual consciousness.
Believe its the surest, ancient Indian way to
realize divine.
The objective of this subject , beyond the grasp
of science is to create a union between soul and
god

Jnana yoga:
It is the yoga of true knowledge
One experiences the highest spiritual consciousness through
accuiring knowledge
Here the person has to gather immense.
Discrimination capability: one has to know what is& what is
not.
the person stops beliiving in materialistic sense and
concentrates on the reality , the soul,.

Hatha yoga

Karma yoga

Raja yoga:
It is the yoga of mind control
One experiences the intensity of highest spiritual
consciousness by controlling the mind. Also called
ashtanga yoga(8 limbs yoga).

Stages
1yama: universal morality
Niyama: personal observances
Asanas: body postures
Pranayam: breathing exercises
Pratyahara: control of the senses
Dharna: concentration
Dhyana: meditation
Samadhi: union wiyh the divine.

Types of
yoga

Hatha yoga
Karma yoga
Raja yoga
Bhakti yoga
Jnana yoga
Vayu yoga

Hatha yoga
It is the physical dimension of yoga philosphy. In
order to attain god, one has to cleanse their mind and
body
It enables a soul to have a perfect hold on the body ..
Hatha yoga, if practiced thoroghly can cure or preent
any disease/ailments including cancer

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Bhakti yoga
Karma yoga:
The whole essence of bhagwat geeta which is karma yoga it is the
yoga of action.
Do good and be good do your job with complete dedication and
dont expect anything in return dedicate entire work to the supreme
being the god.
Bhakti yoga:
It is the yoga of devotion
Here one makes a strong bond with the god after a certain stage, his
intensity crystallyses the image of god. At this stage, the person can
touch , feel and experience the supreme being
Tears of joy out of compassion and ecstasy is experienced at the highest
state
** practicing this technique without the guidance of qualified guru can lead
to hallucinations.

Jnana yoga

Changing rooms:

Dimension og yoga mat is 1.86 mtrs

Area required by one person for yoga practice is
4 sqm (including max. movement)

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Minimum dimension of a cubical: 1000mm

wide 1250 mm deep and 2000 mm high.

900

Changing room for wheel chair user :

2000 mm wide 1000mm deep and 2000mm
high

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Gap between two adjacent yoga mats: 900 mm

Mats arrangement in a way that:
1 clear visual communication between the person and the instructor.
2 Mats can be arranged in two row vision
3 Proper gaps between two adjacent mats
Area required for 40 people- 220 sqm.

Lockers can be provided in changing room

Dimension of lockers: 250-330 mm wide
1800-900 mm high
Changing rooms:

toilets:
Gents: per 8 people- 1 wc, 1urinal,1
washbasin and 1 changing room
Ladies : per 8 people- 1 wc, 1 washbasin.

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Pantry:

living accommodation would comprise of:

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independent cottages.
guest rooms singles or double room
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i Independent cottages
Cottages are independent blocks, each block comprises living cum
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bed room/rooms, kitchen, toilet, verandah.
The length and width are determined by amount of furniture that is to
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achieve. Moreover the shape and the size of a bedroom are decided
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dimensions
The vestibules space thus created can be made to include a
wardrobe.
Min. width of guest bedroom = 3.66M (12-0)
Bedroom area = 12-0 x 18-0 216 sq. ft.
Beds vary in width and height
Double bed = 6-41/2 x 6-1/2
Single bed = 6-4/2 x 3-11/2
Bathroom / Toilet area = 42 sq. ft.

bathroom
They should be well ventilated
Ducts accessible from corridor.
400 x 800 mm duct (min.) having longer side adjacent to the
corridor.
General Hygiene and cleanliness are important consideration.

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Guest rooms:
THERE ARE BROADLY THREE BASIC UNITS:
BEDROOMS WITH BATHROOMS ON EXTERNAL WALLAdvantage Easy natural ventilation in the toilets.
Disadvantage Provide a narrow view in the bedrooms.
Duct is inspected only for bath room.
BATHROOM BETWEEN TWO ADJACENT ROOMS.
Disadvantage Service duct is not accessible from the corridor.
Bedroom has no privacy form the corridor.
INTERNAL BATHROOMS
Advantage Max. light and view to bed room.
Common duct can be serviced, from outside.
Privacy is secured for the guest and is most practicable layout.
Disadvantage Bathroom requires artificial light and ventilation.

dorms
A residential hall for number of persons sleeping area
Arrangement of beds can be done in a way to make the dorm
more interesting
Double use furniture should be used.
For 15 person area of hall - 80x100

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AREA REQUIREMENT
Consideration must be given to clearances and
circulation around the larger conference table.
A minimum of 48 in, or 1220 mm clearance is
suggested from the edge of the table to the wall or
nearest obstruction.
A circulation zone beyond the sitting zone of 30 to 36
in, or 762 to 9140 mm

CONFERENCE ROOM
TOILET (for 80 people)
MENS TOILET:
* WC 2
* URINALS 2
* LAVORATRIES 3
AREA 8.25 SQ.M

WOMENS TOILET :
* WC 3
* LAVORATRIES 3
AREA 6.75 Sm

CIRCULATION ( 40% of the area)

MIN: 28.8 sq.m
MAX: 67.2 sq.m
TOTAL AREA OF CONFERENCE HALL:
MIN: 115.8 sq.m
MAX: 250.2 sq.m

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AREA FOR 80
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THEATER

0.9

1.2

72

96

CLUSTER

1.2

1.5

96

120

CLASS ROOM

1.5

1.8

120

144

CHEVRON

1.8

2.1

144

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parking
The type, size, and shape of a turning place in a road
depends on the road use in that particular area. It also
has to be suitable for the needs of the road users and
must meet town planning requirements. it is difficult to
make recommendations for a correct choice of road
turning place which is valid in all cases.
Standard car: 450 cm x 180 cm and 165 cm high
Min opening w x h = 2.30m x 2m
Max. permissible gradient: 20%
Outer turning radius: 5 m inner turning radius: 3.50m
60 oblique parking:
One way traffic only
90 parking
Two way traffic, parking space: 2.5m wide

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STANDARDS OF RECREATION ZONE.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES
INDOOR SPORTS FACILITIES
Lawn tennis
Table tennis
Cricket
Billiards
Football
Bowling alley
Badminton
squash
Volley ball
Gym
Basket ball
Joging track

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m The table itself is matt green with white border lines and the following
p dimensions:
Area 1525x2740mm
l Height.760mm
Thickness of table top...25mm
tops of tables used in the open should be made of 20 mm thick cement
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fibre board. The hardness of the table surface needs to be such that a normal
tennis ball will bounce approximately 230mm when dropped from a
x table
height of 300 mm the net with the following dimensions runs across the

Two-lane bowling alley

Run up area : polished or varnished parquet
Bowling balls : 21.8 cm in diameter and weights
up to 7257g, other balls in use are 16.5 cm in
diameter, with weights between 3050g to 3150
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Skittles: made of hardwood
Pins: made of wood covered with plastic
Dimension: 25.56mx3.45m

billiards
The billiard room is being planned as a
semi-open area off the concourse and within
easy control of desk, which issues playing
balls in plastic racks.
A minimum of 57 degree for cue clearance
is needed between the tables and any other
obstruction.

middle of the table

Length1830mm
Height.152mm

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squash
Area of the room is9.75
x 6.40 m.
Height of the room is
6.00 m.

g Fitness and conditioning areas:

Workout area.200sqm
y Exercise hall.60sqm
Dance studio..50sqm
m Gymnast area.100sqm

sauna

Gymnastic hall and

exercise hall.

Workout
area

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Spatial requirements of equipment and
exercise activities:
A min 12 ceiling height is generally required in this
type to accommodate the clearances needed for
daily equipment usage.
Durability of structure and finishes:
Increased structural steel is typically provided to
reduce vibration transmission.
Exercise and weight rooms, including equipment
storage rooms, should be designed for a 150 lb/sf live
load
Acoustical control:
Reduce noise impact generated by physical activity,
by including sound baffles at all acoustically rated
partitions

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parking
The type, size, and shape of a turning place in a road
depends on the road use in that particular area. It also
has to be suitable for the needs of the road users and
must meet town planning requirements. it is difficult to
make recommendations for a correct choice of road
turning place which is valid in all cases.
Standard car: 450 cm x 180 cm and 165 cm high
Min opening w x h = 2.30m x 2m
Max. permissible gradient: 20%
Outer turning radius: 5 m inner turning radius: 3.50m
60 oblique parking:
One way traffic only
90 parking
Two way traffic, parking space: 2.5m wide

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Alternative / Complementary System of Healthcare

Art and science of healthy living
Science of healing through nature
Nature cure for lifestyle disorders
Drugless System of Medicine
Holistic approach with non-invasive treatment
and generally avoids the use of surgery and drugs.

Principles:

Body Heals itself

Morbid Matter theory
Pancha-mahabhutas
Acute Disease is a cleansing effort of the body

Branches:
Hydrotherapy
Nutrition, Dietetics and Therapeutic fasting
Acupuncture and Acupressure
Massage Therapy
Mud Therapy
Chromo therapy/ Magneto therapy/ Air Therapy

Some important treatments used:

Mud pack, Mud Applications

Mud Bath, Underground Mud Bath, Mud Pool Bath
Hip Bath
Spinal Bath, Spinal Spray Bath
Immersion Bath, Friction Bath
Foot Bath, Arm Bath
Steam Bath, Sauna Bath
Sun Bath, Colour Sun Bath (Chromo Bath),
Green Leaves Sun Bath
Hot & Cold Fomentation
Wet Sheet Pack, Chest Pack,Abdomen Pack, Trunk Pack
Knee Pack, Neck Pack, Wet Girdle Pack
Enema-Warm Water, Butter Milk, Tender Coconut Water
Circular Jet Bath
Colon Irrigation
Deluxe Hydro Massage, Jacuzi
Hot and Cold Water Douches, Effusions
Whirlpool Bath
Under Water Exercises
Magnet Therapy
Colour Therapy
Acupuncture
Acupressure
Reflexology
Physiotherapy Treatments - Exercise Therapy, Electro
Therapy

Benefits:
Compared to being an allopath:

Uses natural elements , no side effects of drugs

or antibiotics

Simple home remedies

Patient Centric Approach

Also Teaches the Doctor to live in a natural way

Less hectic, less dealing with blood

Non invasive and non surgical

Limited mostly to lifestyle disorders

Focuses on Prevention and cure

Helps to remove the root cause of disease rather

than treatment of symptoms

Does not prescribe drugs except in cases of

minor emergencies.

About the project

The project is to design a MEDITATION AND YOGA RESORT in Shimla.
This project is proposed by a SOLE PROPRIETOR HOMELAND EXOTICA (MR. SUNIL KUMAR
SOOD) keeping the need & necessity of Meditation & Yoga to rejuvenate and cleanse oneself.
The vision behind establishing the Resort is to be A VACATION OF SELF-DISCOVERY; giving
participants an opportunity to renew their mind and body experience.
The design intent is to help you live a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life and RAISE
AWARENESS THROUGH YOGA AND MEDITATION in a fresh and spontaneous way.
The MOTIVE IS TO REINVENT USERS LIFE or simply take a break, tomake stay relaxing,
inspiring and a memorable experience.
It is very important which deals with the STUDY OF THE LAND FOR ITS POTENTIALS
The PLOT AREA IS 40468.5 SQ M. The TOTAL COVERED AREA is envisaged to be in the range
which are taken into consideration while designing so that the infrastructure is in HARMONY
of 60702.75 SQ M
WITH NATURE using all the available means.
Various data like identification of potentials and problems, site observation, natural forces
are collected, which PROVIDE A BASE ON WHICH THE DESIGNING WOULD BE CARRIED
OUT.
Site analysis, the process of analyzing /understanding the existing site qualities, considering
factors that DETERMINE A SITE CHARACTER, the purpose each factor serves & location of
each factor in some manner.
The
various facts to be analyzed can be studied under following heads:
FACTORS
include Natural factors and man made factors.
About the that
city determine a sites characterSurroundings
Natural
factors include water, vegetation, topography,
Location
Topographyorientation, climate etc, whereas man
made
factors include assess, surrounding buildings,
services etc
Access
Vegetation

SITE ANALYSIS

About the CITY

SHIMLAalso known ASSimla, is THE CAPITAL CITY of the Indian state ofHIMACHAL PRADESH,
located in northern India.
Shimlais bounded byMANDI andKULLUin the NORTH,KINNAURin the EAST, the state
ofUTTARAKHANDin the SOUTH-EAST, andSOLANandSIRMAUR to the SOUTH.
Shimla acts as A HUB FOR INDIA'S TOURISM sector. It is among the top 10 preferred
entrepreneurial locations in India.
Shimla lies in the south-western ranges of theHimalayas at31.61N 77.10E. It has an AVERAGE
ALTITUDE OF 2,397 METRES (7,864FT) above mean sea leveland extends along a ridge with
sevenspurs.
The city stretches nearly 9.2 KILOMETRES (5.7MI) FROM EAST TO WEST. Shimla was built on
top of SEVEN HILLS namely: Inverarm Hill, Observatory Hill, Prospect Hill, Summer Hill, Bantony Hill,
Elysium Hill and Jakhoo Hill.
The city is A ZONE IV (HIGH DAMAGE RISK ZONE) per theEarthquake hazard zoning of India.