Portfolio - Ar. Devendra R. Desai

1. MY PORTFOLIO
A piece of Myself & My Architectural Work

2. TO WHOMSOEVER IT MAY CONCERN
Dear Sir/ Madam,
With this letter, I wish to express my strong interest in working with your Esteemed Organization as a Architect
Architect. After six + years in building design & construction, I believe I would bring several areas of competence to the
Organization. My résumé detailing my professional background is enclosed for your review and consideration.
In my current position, I manage a team of designers and coordinate various consultants and work streams under
demanding deadlines.
I have contributed to the design and execution of numerous commercial and residential projects as well as interior
designing. Through these and other projects detailed in my resume I am experienced with building materials and systems,
sustainability techniques and construction administration on complex projects.
I have extensive experience with a broad range of design and management software including AutoCAD, Sketch -
up, 3DS Max and Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.
I would very much like to speak with you about the designer opportunities and the ways you can utilize my expertise.
Please expect my call to arrange a convenient time to discuss.
I look forward to speaking with you about this opportunity with your Esteemed Organization.
Thanking You,
Yours Sincerely,
Ar. Devendra R. Desai
COA Redg. No. CA/2014/66457

3. ABOUT ME
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WHAT I DO
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MY EXPERIENCE
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MY WORK
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4. ABOUT ME
As a young, motivated individual I, Ar. Devendra R. Desai
completed my Bachelors in Architecture in the year 2014,
extremely interested in submitting my Curriculum Vitae to
learn and progress as an architect ,currently practicing at R.
S. Desai & Associates, Vile Parle (East) Mumbai.
Above and beyond my experience and capabilities I have
been commended for my high level of architectural skills. My
motivations include learning new things, the challenge of
meeting the needs of an organization, and ensuring
outcomes.
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to
discuss my application in more detail at an interview. I
have enclosed a copy of my CV and portfolio for your
consideration. I can be contacted on the details provided
below.
Cell Phone No. +91 8452046264
e.mail – desai.arch@hotmail.com

5. VALUES
CORE VALUES
TRANSFORMATION
HONESTY,
INTEGRITY
&
RESPECT
COLLABORATE &
INNOVATE
EXCELLENCE
CLIENT APPROACH
OUR PEOPLE
TRANSFORMATION:
The aim is to find new and better ways of contributing to the
clients, the community and the profession of architecture.
HONESTY, INTEGRITY & RESPECT:
These are the principles that guide us in our interactions with clients
and, as well as each other.
COLLABORATE & INNOVATE:
Working as a team helps us find new solutions to challenges.
EXCELLENCE:
Always strive to deliver the highest quality in everything we do.
CLIENT APPROACH:
We are always accountable to our clients. We take the time to
listen to them and their requirements, respond to them and deliver
them what they want; always trying to exceed their expectations.
OUR PEOPLE :
We seek to reward and promote our people by investing ourselves
in them, appreciating them and valuing their contribution in our
lives,

6. WHAT I DO..
Born in 1984, I grew up looking at my father Ar. Ramakant S. Desai working on his drafting board surrounded by numerous
beautiful & neat drawings and designs of different type of buildings and houses and hotels and eventually following his footsteps enrolled myself
for the Bachelors programme in Architecture.
As a young, motivated individual I, Ar. Devendra R. Desai completed my Bachelors in Architecture in the year 2014, extremely
interested in submitting my Curriculum Vitae to learn and progress as an architect ,currently practicing at R. S. Desai & Associates, Vile Parle
(East) Mumbai.
In my current position, manage a team of designers to coordinate with various consultants and work streams under demanding
deadlines.
I have contributed to the design and execution of numeral commercial and residential projects as well as interior designing.
Through these and other projects I am well versed and experienced with building materials and systems, sustainability techniques and
construction administration on complex projects.
Above and beyond my experience and capabilities I have been commended for my high level of architectural skills. My motivations
include learning new things, the challenge of meeting the needs of an organization, and ensuring outcomes.
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my application in more detail at an interview. I can be contacted on
the details provided in this Curriculum Vitae.
I am a member of the Council of Architecture, New Delhi, India having my COA Registration No. CA/2014/66457 & also a member
of the P.E.A.T.A., Mumbai, India.

7. MY RESUMEDEVENDRA R. DESAI
After more than six years as an architecture
professional, I am exploring new
opportunities where my design abilities
might continue to be utilized.
Positions fitting of my past experience and
goals would be:
●Design Architect
●Liaisoning Architect
●Coordinating Architect
In my current position, I manage a team of
designers and coordinate various
consultants and work streams under
demanding deadlines. I
have contributed to the design and
execution of numerous commercial and
residential projects as well as interior
designing. Through these and other projec
ts detailed in my resume I am experienced
with building materials and systems, sustai
nability techniques and construction admini
stration on complex projects.
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
MY PROFILE
• 2014 Working with R. S. Desai & Associates from March 2014 till Present as Designing and
Liaisoning Architect for Redevelopment and Development of Residential & Commercial
Buildings.
• 2015 Interned with DLH (Dev Land & Housing) as an Intern Project Manager from 5th January
2015 to 16th June 2015. (Included: Site Execution, Site Planning And Control).
• 2013 Interned under Esteemed Architect; Ar. Ajit Buta at Ajit Bhuta & Associates from 5th
August 2013 to 5th December 2013.
• 2009 Worked with Ellora Project Consultants as a part time Trainee from 4th January 2009 to
24th December 2009.
1998 – 2001 Ram Ratna Vidya Mandir Sankul 10th Class C.B.S.E
2001 – 2003 I. G. Open Schooling 12th Class Science
2005 – 2014 D.B.H. College of Architecture. Bachelors of Architecture
2014 – 2015 D.B.H. College of Architecture. 2nd Semester M. Architecture

8. MY RESUME
CAREEER SKILLS
LIAISONING ARCHITECTURE DESIGNING PROJECT COORDINATING
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Effective Communication Skills – Written & Oral.
• Effective Interpersonal Skills.
• Proficiency in making Feasibility and Project Reports, Designing, Estimating, Quotation, Biddings, Quantity Analysis.
• Apt Knowledge & Experience of Building Proposals, Building Designing, Site Planning and Building Construction.
• Apt Knowledge in the current D.C.R. 2034 as well as the new Updates on the same.
• Apt Knowledge & Experience in Liaisoning at M.C.G.M. Building Proposals and other Govt. Departments.
• Proficiency in Auto CAD, Sketch-Up, 3DS Max and Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

9. MY RESUME
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
HOBBIES
• Reading Various Genre Books
• Listening Music
• Surfing the Internet
• Playing Indoor Games
• Watching Films of various Genres
INTERESTS
• Travelling around the Globe
• Photography
• Swimming in Open Waters
• Learning Different Cultures
• Researching & Exploring new
venues in Architecture.

10. MY FINAL ACADEMIC
WORK

11. DESIGN DISSERTATION

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15. MY PERSONAL WORK

16. PROJECT -1
LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA
Set amidst an estate, the site was in a property in Vasco city and quite unlike the Goa one relates to. It was to be a main house for
a young couple with very international refined tastes. The couple invested in art and the house was to also be a backdrop for their collection. The
house uses the open courtyard typology as opposed to the enclosed courtyard type to connect inside and outside spaces and is clearly
organized into two bays- the public and the private. These are separated by courts that are open and not enclosed lending a spatial
transparency to the place.

17. PROJECT -1
LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA
The spaces unfold gradually as layers as there are several courts that connect all the built enclosed spaces. The Massing of the
main wing is such that it has slid horizontally in two directions to create spaces as a result of this tectonic shift. The Public “wing” consists of the
entrance, the living, the meditation (also to be used for group meditation), the dining, kitchen and services. This public wing itself is separated
into three clear zones, of which two are pavilions - lending ample daylight into the space through clearstory windows. These pavilions relate to
each other through axial relationships and have cross axis that connect them to the other zones of the house. The private “wing” is in two levels,
where the upper level is completely private with the master bedroom and two children rooms, while the lower level has the guest room, study
and the entertainment room - a large space that connects to the landscape around and also to the living room across the linear court. A large
cantilever creates an outdoor room as an extension to this entertainment space and is a characteristic of the house as it is clearly visible on the
approach to the house.
Circulation and Movement :
The approach to the house encircles the house and gives glimpses through earth mounds of the nature of open spaces that lie
between the buildings. The entrance canopy, a stunning triangular shaped cantilever with beveled edges welcomes one. The use of vertical
wooden fins to enclose space in the passages is the crucial element of the project. The pavilions are connected by movement spines that
intersect and go beyond. The meditation space is set within a water body of lotus ponds and has low windows that extend space beyond when
one is sitting down to meditate. This interior space is blanked off by external walls making external/ internal courts that extend the space.
LONGITUDINAL SECTION

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LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA
Materials :
The house uses the exposed laterite walls to emphasize the two linear wings of the house. This laterite is mainly external, but
used as an internal reference for the living room spaces which is seen as a pavilion set within nature. The roofs themselves are using pre-coated
sheets. The flooring throughout the house is a seamless concrete floor that links spaces and aids in spatial continuity of the spaces. The
entrance driveway uses a porous pervious paver to keep hard paved areas to the minimum. A characteristic feature is the use of vertical wooden
louvers to enclose space and create a light quality for the main movement zones. These louvers, eight feet high modulate light and give a sense
of enclosure and security to the space. The owners are avid art collectors and all the spaces were created keeping this in mind. The sculpture
court with shivlings laid out on a grid is the focus at the entry and separates the living and dining spaces.
EAST ELEVATION
NORTH ELEVATION

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LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA

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LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA

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LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA

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LUXURURY RESIDENCE - GOA

23. PROJECT -2
RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS - MUMBAI
The home is located in the plush areas of South Mumbai. The contemporary
2,000 Sq.ft. apartment with a 400 Sq.ft. deck incorporates the owners’ existing
art collection and furniture and is tailor-made for the couple and their two
young children. What makes this home special is the creation of multi-purpose
spaces. “The floor-to-ceiling “black-box” sitting just off the dining area is the
core of the home.” This large cube houses the guest bath and the master
wardrobes. One can see accent cushions thrown all over the house to add a
splash of colour and an element to kitsch. Natural light plays an important part
in well being of a place and giving it the correct energy. An exposed concrete
wall converts the outdoor deck spaces with interior living space pulling the light
inwards. The home also displays the owners’ love for art in the form of
paintings, sculptures etc.
1. Entrance Lobby
2. Living Area
3. Dining Area
4. Guest/Family Room
5. Toilet
6. Kitchen
7. Utility/Staff
8. Master Bedroom
9. Children’s Room
10. Deck
11. Bar
12. Staircase

24. PROJECT -2
RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS - MUMBAI
The Study and den can be converted to a guest room when required with the
help of cleverly configured sliding and folding corner doors. This flexibility gives
the living and dining spaces a great feeling of depth.

25. PROJECT -2
RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS
- MUMBAI

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RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS
- MUMBAI
The deck has a bar which slides smug against the wall when not in use, but can
easily be brought forward while entertaining the guests.

27. BUILDING DESIGNS
&
FACADE

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37. BUILDING PROPOSAL
M.C.G.M.

38. BUILDING PROPOSALS
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MAHAVIR UNIVERSE
MUMBAI - BHANDUP (WEST)
• Scope of Work Building No. 2, Planning, Designing,
Municipal Drawings, Working Drawings.
• Description Single Basement , Gr.+1 Podium Lvl. + 1
Podium Lvl. Double Ht. Stilt + 33 Residential
Floors + Terrace Floor.

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46. CONTACT
Does anyone have any questions?
desai.arch@hotmail.com
+91 8452046264
https://www.linkedin.com/in/devendra-r-desai-5979b6128/