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1. NATIONAL OCEANARIUM
THESIS REPORT ON
THESIS -2013-14
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, INTEGRAL UNIVERSITY
KURSI ROAD, LUCKNOW
MIRAMAR BEACH, PANAJI, GOA
ABU SAFWAN
B.ARCH 4TH YEAR
Project Guide-
AR. POOJA SINGH

2. My thesis is dedicated to the most important person in my life
“MY FATHER & MY MOTHER”
Who is always there whenever I need him, without his constant money
generation this THESIS would never have been completed and without
constant compelling to make me study I would never have been
admitted to this institution
DEDICATION

3. This is to certify that the thesis, entitled “NATIONAL OCEANARIUM PANAJI, GOA” which is submitted me in
partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of Bachelor Degree in Architecture of Integral University,
Lucknow, comprises only my original work and due acknowledgement has been made in the text to all other material
used. The thesis has not been submitted for the award of any other degree.
Date:
ABU SAFWAN
Student
DECLARATION

4. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I am thankful to ALLAH almighty with whose blessings and mercy I was able to complete this thesis.
It is a good fortune and a matter of pride and privilege for me to have the esteemed supervision of Architect
Miss Pooja Singh (thesis guide) , who has inculcated in me the interest and inspiration to undertake this project of
“NATIONAL OCEANARIUM PANAJI, GOA” It is only his personal influence, expert guidance and bondless
support that enabled me to complete the work in the present form.
I immensely owe much more to him that I can express inwards for his never failing inspiration and above all
sympathy and benevolence in attitude. I consider it my pleasant duty to express my deepest gratitude to him.
I shall also like to thank our Head Of Department Architect Mr. Khurram Ashraf ,for their encouragement,
worthwhile suggestions and constructive criticism throughout project work.
I would also like to thank my senior Ar Mohammad Nasir, my friends Mr.Huzaifa, Mr. Shah Faishal my juniors
Swetab (S3), Junaid, Shabaz, Mujahid, Afreen, Nafees, Anwer Jamal, and my classmates who helped me in the
completion of this thesis.
Finally, I express my infinite indebtedness to my parents, for their love, and affection, and giving me
enthusiastic inspiration at every stage of my project work. Without their love, blessing and sacrifices, I would
probably have never succeeded in carrying through this project work.

5. CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the thesis, entitled “NATIONAL OCEANARIUM PANAJI, GOA” which is submitted by “ABU
SAFWAN” in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of Bachelor Degree in Architecture of Integral
University, Lucknow is carried out by him under my supervision.
Date:
AR. POOJA SINGH
Thesis guide
Dean and Head Seal
AR. SANGEETA SHARMA
Thesis Coordinator
AR. FARHAT ALI
Thesis Co Coordinator

6. This report discussed the various design issues and research considerations study throughout the year.
The proposed project is a National Oceanarium located at the Miramar beach, Panaji, Goa. The project has been
selected keeping in view the need for an aquarium building to attract more tourist and visitors.
Before proceeding with the actual design and plan, an insight is given to the climate conditions and tourism in
Goa to give easier and connecting information to the project.
It nearly covers all the major issues and requirements of any aquarium building. It not only contains different
kinds and sizes of aquarium displays but also cover the educational, entertainment, research, fun, and recreational
aspects. The building has been designed such that it covers the function as well as aesthetical appearance in an
attractive way. It is beautiful mixture of aquarium, display, model, rest area, traditional area, café, shops, pool,
underwater acrylic tunnel, ocean pavilion, and apart from the oceanarium building the project also holds recreational
activities such as scuba diving dolphin performance show and ocean motion theatre.
The proposed oceanarium will be a pleasant addition to develop the tourism and beauty of Goa, and also fulfills
the recreation and entertainment needs of people of India and abroad .
ABSTRACT

7. CONTENTS
5. Area Analysis
6. Concept
7. Drawings
8. Biography
1. Introduction
2. Site Analysis &
Climate Study
3. Literature Study
4. Case Study

8. THE OCEANARIUM
“Until he extends his circle of compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace”. Albert Schweitzer.
2.1-DEFINITION:
OCEANARIUM:
An Oceanarium can be a marine mammal park as well as large scale aquarium presenting an ocean habitat with
marine life. An aquarium simulates a water habitat; for instance a river lake or sea; but only the submerged area of these
natural habitats. “Establishments where collection of living aquatic animals and plants are exhibited or studied.”
An object or place in which aquatic animals, principally fish are kept captive for public or private exhibition”
Saltwater aquarium for displaying animals and plant, particularly oceanic, or pelagic , fishes and mammals. It serves as a
center for public entertainment and education and scientific study oceanariums are located in coastal areas. The world
largest oceanarium, now know as marineland (q.v), was completed in 1938 near st. Augustine, fla.,u.s
Above are a few dictionary taken definitions of an oceanarium ,as far as public oceanarium are concerned they can be
defined as “a building used for showing collections of living fish water animals and plants”.
2.2-PROJECT:
The project is about the development of an “oceanarium”. As the name indicates, it is related to the under water.
2.3-PURPOSE AND NEED:
2.3.1-Purpose:
public oceanarium serves the purpose of recreation as well as education, or it provides a platform for education through
entertainment. Human beings believe in the theory of out of sight out of mind providing a window towards the water world
will some, how create a soft corner for the species living there and will motivate us not to harm there habitat.
For researchers and research institutes it provides vast research possibilities, which is not only beneficial for them but
also helps provide conversation possibilities for the species.

9. 2.3.2-NEED:
Living along the coastline brings the inhabitants with close contact to the sea every now and then. Around the world we
see development around the coasts small islands countries earn a lot of money from tourism due to this coastal development.
The reason is the sea; the beaches are an attraction all around the world people through to beaches during vacations
Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand etc. are the finest example of this. They realized the importance of the force of the sea and
developed their waterfronts to the international standards.
An oceanarium is as an essential part of this sea front development as it tells us that how beauty lies within this
enigmatic sea. it is in itself a sea enclosed within an edifice. It also helps the research work going on regarding the sea and
its creature. Conversation of species is the slogan of the oceanariums around the world. The need for an oceanarium is
stressed; as it is not just a recreational spot it is a research platform from where extensive researches on flora and fauna is
conducted.
2.3-SCOPE OF PROJECT:
India is surrounded by sea on 3 side and has a large coastline on the southern side in the Arabian sea. Rich in marine life
countless marine species. Marine life is one of the most important resource of the country and there is an increasing
demand for the development and conservation of our marine wealth. There is no state of art facility available in the country
for the appropriate scientific research and awareness. Help develop tourism.
2.4-PROJECT FACILITIES:
OCEANARIUM is a place where you can get to know and see the marine life and all its beautiful and stunning aspects
more closely. It includes all the usual and special features to make it successful and attract and amuse visitors.
Basically it consist of an underwater aquarium with a unique and thrilling acrylic tunnel. An under water seafood
restaurant that has a large central round water tank. An aqua museum that displays different species of fishes, invertebrates
and also provide history and knowledge about them.
So it does not only provide entertainment related to marine life but also covers a wide range of educational aspects and
some research the water world but also seek and learn knowledge.
The most entertaining facility is the acrylic tunnel built under water. So it provides the visitor with a unique atmosphere.
Along with these informative aspects, the OCEANARIUM also provides its visitors with recreational facilities like scuba
diving, an ocean motion theatre, water jet skies, sub marine ride. It also has a dolphin pool, where dolphin shows are
arranged to entertain the visitors. Also has a touch pool where one can touch and feel the harmless creatures.

10. The most exciting and modern facility is that of an Oceanarium, which is a manned submarine. It is an ocean motion
theatre, a movie theatre that imparts a feeling of really being underwater.
Thus an OCEANARIUM is a place complete in itself, where one can enjoy how it feels being under water without
going through the learning process of scuba diving and the fear of oxygen!
2.5-ZONES OF OCEANARIUM:
OCEANARIUM basically covers the following three zones of
facilities:
•Entertainment facilities,
•Educational facilities,
•Fun and recreational facilities,
•Research facilities.
2.5.1-ENTERTAINMENT FACILITIES:
For this purpose the OCEANARIUM has an “underwater aquarium”
which is the primary factor of this project.
1-An underwater Aquarium:
This is not an ordinary aquarium but it provides its visitors with a
unique and fascinating environment. It comprises of large coral reef
tanks and several other glass cases and aquariums to enjoy the sea life,
displaying all varieties and species of idishes, reptiles, amphibians, sea
plants etc. it also includes a several feet long acrylic tunnel through
which one can move around and see the marine world very closely.
Under water tunnel:
2-Acrylic tunnel:
Figure 2.1-UNDERWATER TUNNEL
The acrylic tunnel will be a nearly 350 feet long winding path. It will be made of a semi circular acrylic through which the
visitors can see the water world and fishes at just a few centimeters distance!
The acrylic tunnel will be nearly 4 meters high and 2 meters wide. At one side of the tunnel be a conveyor belt or a moving
travelator at particular distances. So the visitors can just stand on the belt and go around the tunnel at a desirable slow speed.

11. 3- Constructional details:
Just like any other tunnel, the sidewalls are made up of concrete, nearly three feet high. The AC ducts are fixed on the
sides and have inlets on it. As the name indicates the tunnel is made up of acrylic glass, a special kind of glass mostly used
for display tanks and tunnels nowadays.
The glass is heated at a certain temperature and is curved as requires. These panels are then fixed over the concrete wall
with the help of clamps and sealant glues. Each acrylic panel is about one meter in length and is joined with the help of a
Figure 2.2 AQUARIUM DISPLAY
special marine sealant, or are welded together, or joined with a metal strip
tightened by nuts and bolts. The thickness of the glass depends upon the
volume of the tanks and the water. Handrails are provided at both ends for
safety and comfort.
4-Aquarium displays:
The aquarium displays are spread throughout the building in all floors.
These aquariums not only contain fishes but also reptiles, invertebrates
and amphibians, thus providing a wide variety. These are not just the
simple usual types of aquarium but are designed with new methods and
techniques, thus allowing the aquarium’s viewing acrylic panel to be
arranged in different sizes and forms. This gives a break to the continuity
of the aquariums and Adds to the interest of visitors. Also the circulation
area for the visitors is such provided that it does not follow a same route
or straight lines, but the interest to move around is enhanced with curved
pathways and varying widths of the corridor. This does not only break the
continuity but also and saves the visitors from following the same route.
The aquarium displays have the following galleries:

12. •Central coral reef tank:
At the entrance of the oceanarium is the majestic vertical central coral
reef tube, which extends to the other floors of the building as well. The
magnifying effect of the narrow tube allows visitors to see the distinct
features of the fishes as they swim past slowly.
Beautiful golden and diamond trevallies, tarpon, squirrelfish and rainbow
runners can be seen. There are also lots of smaller fishes, which orbit the
impressive central rockwork.
The vertical tank allows following the fishes to the upper stories to lead
the visitors to more exhibits on other levels.
•A touch pool:
Where one can touch and stroke the banded-bamboo shark and feel their
rough-textured skin as they glide past one’s skin! One can feel blue-spotted
stingrays, nodular sea stars, banded-bamboo sharks and porcupine puffers,
all harmless creatures.
Its construction is carried out the same way as that for the turtles. All
the harmless creatures are kept in a normal pool, with desirable
temperature. Visitors especially kids can touch and feel the skins of the
creatures!
Figure 2.4 TOUCH POOL
Figure 2.3 CORAL REEF
•Fresh water section:
It consists of fishes that thrive wholly in fresh water and which can
grow up to eight feet in length. It does not only have the biggest fish also
the most expensive fish in the world.

13. •Seashell display:
Showcases more than 100 species of seashell from all over the world, in all sizes,
shapes and shades, this gallery also consists of large shell models to add an interest
and variety.
Figure 2.5 SEASHELL DISPLAY
•Fossil library:
This gallery is made to discover the fascinating and spectacular fossils, which are
over millions of years old. With its interesting documentation and informative light
boxes, the fossil library provides with a unique educational environment.
Figure 2.6 FOSSIL FISH
•Invertebrate’s section:
Within the confines of specially built tanks, one will be able to encounter unusual
and peculiar tiny sea creatures, which even keen divers tend to miss.
Figure 2.7 INVERTEBRATE
•An undersea garden:
A garden that is always moving! With colorful reef fishes and vividly colored
corals. It will have a central coral reef tank with a corridor around it for the visitors
to move around it and several other small and large aquariums all displaying the
features of the garden.
Figure 2.8 UNDERWATER PLANTS Figure 2.9 REEF COLONY

14. • A reef colony:
To experience the wonders and beauty of sea animals! One can move
around in this colony to get a full idea of the reef as a whole.
• Coral fantasy:
A flamboyant display of the rich variety of hard corals providing a natural
habitat for colorful fishes etc.
• Deadly corridor:
It is located at the top most floors in order to attract the visitors. To enter this gallery first a passageway has to be crossed
and then one enters the gallery to meet some of the most deadly marine and fresh water animals in the world. One can stand
face to face with a tank full of the notorious man eating piranhas. They are savage enough to attack any animal, including
their own kind.
• Shark nursery:
To show the various interesting stages of hatching eggs of bred banded bamboo sharks. Catch a rare glimpse of the
embryonic sharks as they develop within the tough horny egg cases.
• Stingray cove:
A large glass display panel to meet and greet face to face with the strange Stingrays.
• The oyster section:
This section holds a beauty of is own. It does not have a wide collection of oysters found deep inside the oceans, but also
has several beautiful and close to reality models of oysters and the pearls found in them. This gallery has a uniqueness of its
own.
2.5.2-The artificial ocean world:
This world is developed in contrast with the entire aquarium building. Where the other aquariums have live and real fishes
and animals, this artificial world depicts the marine world in artificial term. Use of fiberglass and plastics have been done in
order to create models of fishes and sea animals, and are hung from fiber wires. At places nets have been spread along with
the model displays of fisherman, showing fishing. Artificial models of corals, rock, sea plants, sea animals provide the
visitors with a unique and soothing atmosphere.
Figure 2.10 CORAL FANTASY

15. 2.5.3-The ocean pavilion:
An exciting and new feature added in this oceanarium building is that of an ocean pavilion. It has a very different
atmosphere from the rest of the aquarium life. Coming out of the world of fishes, this pavilion marls the four great galleries
of the ocean world:
•The mountain forest gallery
•The ocean gallery
•The coastal plain gallery
•The coastal gallery
•Mountain forest gallery
I This gallery is unique and one of its kind. It fascinates the visitors by an artificial display of mountains, caves
waterfalls, birds and otters etc. it gives a feeling as if one is in some forest enjoying its natural environment.
ii The ocean gallery:
This gallery depicts the sandy seafloor, deep ocean and rocky reef areas of the world.
iii. The coastal plain gallery:
This gallery has freshwater swamps and marshes, characterized by flood and draughts. It also shows a river swamp in
flood condition, fresh water ponds also experience water levels. It has a large alligator exhibit as well. To depict the black
water swamps, special effects are reproduced in order to replicate the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of a misty swamp at
twilight.
iv. The coastal gallery:
This gallery depicts the tidal coastline. It has deep-water sounds and bays to tidal marshes. Waves tossed beaches and
human models along the beachside add to the attractiveness and beauty of this gallery.
2.6-Shops and cafes:
1-The aquarium shop:
Here visitors can pamper themselves with a large variety of small and large
aquariums that can be displayed and installed at home. The shop keeper give you a
guidebook for taking proper care of your aquarium and easy step-to-step guideline.
One can select from a large variety of fishes, amphibians, corals, sea plants, stones
etc to decorate their aquarium at home.
Figure 2.11 THE AQUARIUM SHOP

16. 2-The gift shop:
Pick up souvenirs featuring Tommy, oceanariums mascot, or other fishy souvenirs and
locally made craft from well-socketed gift shop for ones self, relatives, family and
friends.
Figure 2.12 THE GIFT SHOP
3-The beach café and covered seating areas:
A cafeteria has been provided outside the oceanarium building so that the visitors can
enjoy food along the seashore and even inside the seating area provided at the head of
the fish. This covered seating area has been provided with seating arrangements both
inside and outside, with washroom facilities to make roaming around on the beach easier.
The special feature of this seating area is large fountain at the center of the area. This
fountain is designed such its outer most ring throw water on the same floor and inner
rings of water pump the water to the other floors on top. The central cylinder having a
pumps that pushes and throws the water to the top most floor, flowing out of the roof like
a water streams running out a whale.
Figure 2.13-THE BEACH CAFÉ AND
COVERED SEATING AREA
2.7-EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES:
The OCEANARIUM also provides the visitors with the educational facilities so
that they not only get entertainment but also get useful and interesting knowledge about
the underwater world and learn the exciting hidden stories behind them.
the following educational facilities will be provided:
•An aqua museum
•The fishing history
•The fisher object
•Discovery job
Figure 2.18- AQUA MUSEUM

17. 1-An aqua museum:
A museum that is completely based on marine life providing the necessary entertainment
and educational facilities to the visitors. It will have all the species of fishes, crabs, reptiles,
amphibians, seaweeds and sea plants etc.
The museum basically has an awesome and dazzling display of unusual marine animals
and some interesting features about them, like sea horse, sea dragons, octopus etc.
It gives a full informative knowledge about the entire marine life and how it is conserved
and utilized.
2-The fishing history:
This gallery gives a short introduction about how fishing was started in the early days and
how it was carried out in later years. It gives a detailed account of the various species of
the fishes that were found earlier, coming to the present day.
3-The fishery objects:
This gallery has alots of information and guidelines for the fishermen, and people who
have to go fishing. It informs the visitors and interested people completely in order to give
then a clear slight of how the fishing should be carried out and what objects, materials,
clothing, and even what kind of food is given to the particular specie of fishes to net them. Figure 2.20-THE FISHRY OBJECT
Figure 2.19-FISHING HISTORY
4-The discovery lab:
This laboratory is specially designed for visitor’s information in particular. Here the
visitors can get a chance to learn about the behavior of different sea animals and fishes
and even get to touch and feel them, and learn about their behavior.
A small research work is also carried out in here; this lab is open to public as it is just a
small part of research laboratory, designed for the visitors to explore the marine creatures.
Figure 2.21-THE DISCOVERY LAB

18. 2.8-FUN AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
These facilities include:
•Ocean motion theatre
•A turtle sanctuary
• Dolphin pool
•Scuba diving
•Submarine ride
•Jet skies
1-Ocean motion Theatre:
The ocean motion theatre is just like a manned submarine. This amazing trip, which lasts 20 minutes, begins and ends at
the oceanarium at Karachi. During this trip, the submarine offers its 150 passenger an unforgettable journey. The passengers
are witness to fascinating natural marine phenomena, pass through uncharted areas and undergo a series of dangers and
adventures on the way.
At the end of the journey , they return safe and sound to the secure haven , since the oceanarium is in effect a motion theater
,a simulative movie theater that impart a real-life sense of “being there”.
The 150 seats are built on platforms (10 seats per platform) that move up and down, till backward and forward, rotating
right and left at up to 120 degree.
In short, this extensive range of movement imparts a real feeling of a journey through the ocean. The situations and
developments that occur within and around the submarine are projected onto three screens installed at the front of the hall.
The hall itself features convincing scenery of the nautilus style with futuristic technology.
These surroundings play an active part in the journey, by showing the effects of many dangers our submarine undergoes: the
ceiling comes down upon the passengers’ heads, water enters the hall, and many more amazing phenomena occur.
CONCEPT:
The ocean motion theatre is an entertainment attraction, and is designed for family recreation, offering both youngsters
and adults the fun, excitement and enriching experience of the wonderful underwater world. The ocean motion theatre is
presented to audiences in English, coming over the loudspeakers and heard through special headphones.

19. A MULTI EFFECT EXPERIENCE:
The ocean motion theatre experience affects many senses and is composed of the following elements;
•A high quality movie projected on three large-scale screens (4x18m). Viewers enjoy a Seascapes that envelops them from
right to left, and thus feel in the midst of this underwater view.
• Moving seats that tilt in all directions, according to the motion of the submarine in the movie.
•A computer program that coordinates the movement of the seats with the movement of the screens.
•Several high-power and sophisticated amplification systems.
•Special effects
PRODUCING THE SHOW:
The show is composed of 70% PRODUCING THE SHOW:
The show is composed of 70% real-life pictures and 30% computerized animated pictures product via silicon graphics
computers. For this special production, a unique three-lens camera enables the production of a breathtaking panoramic
picture that is projected onto three immense screens at a total width of 18m and a height of 4m.
2-Turtle sanctuary:
One can see turtles up close at the turtle sanctuary! Although turtles are very
docile and somewhat shy but they do come up to the water for air and food. One
can feed and even take photographs.
The sanctuary placed inside the building is basically just like a normal pool. A
real environment is provided to the turtles with the help of artificial rocks,
pebbles, seaweeds, plants and corals etc. even sand is provided to make the
turtles feel at home! The turtle’s move around freely and even come up for air.
That is the time when can touch and feel them, and enjoy!
Figure 2.22 TURTLE SANCTUARY

20. 3-Dolphin pool
To have dolphin shows. A place where one can meet and greet the lovely dolphins and
even feed them.
This dolphin pool has a seating area for nearly 100 users at a time and different dolphin
shows are carried out at different times. The hall basically consists of a large main pool
where the dolphins perform .Other then that another smaller pool is provided where the
dolphins actually live but is not visible to the visitors. This smaller pool is linked with the
larger main pool with a tunnel in tunnel in between them under the water.
The dolphins are first kept inside the smaller pool and when the shows start, the iron-gate
at the tunnel is opened and they shift to the main pool for performance. The seats are
arranged in step as in auditoriums for the comfort of the visitors to easily watch the show.
Figure 2.23- DOLPHIN POOL
4-Scuba diving:
To do the scuba diving by ones self with the help of a guides assistance. One can
feel and see the underwater world more closely and have dreams Come true!
The platform for scuba diving is provided at one end of the building.
The whole area consists of:
•Changing rooms
•Equipment room
•Guard room
•Waiting area
•Toilets
Figure2.24-SCUBA DIVING
5-Submarine ride:
Have an enjoyable ride under the sea and enjoy the colorful life of the sea through the
magnified glass of the submarine!
The submarine provides with a unique experience, which should not be missed. Diving in the
sub marine is a once in a lifetime adventure offering the opportunity to see the world at some
40 meters depth. The submarine has some 20 seats. It is specifically designed to ensure the
comfort and the best viewing of the passenger. The submarine safari dives down to a depth of
40 meters and even takes the cruise around the coral reef wall of the OCEANARIUM.
Figure 2.25-SUBMARINE RIDS

21. 6-Water jet skies:
To have an adventurous ride on water bikes. The visitors are provided with five water jet skies
to entertain the visitors and have a fast ride around the seawater.
Figure 2.26-WATER JET SKIES
2.9-RESEARCH FACILITIES:
The project “oceanarium” also covers the research side in a small extent. It doesn’t have a
very big research center of its own but has proper service and administrative sections to
completely understand and conserve the marine life. It has the following portions:
Aims and objectives
•Service floor
•Quarantine areas
•Water containers and pumps system
•Research vessel and laboratories
•Aims and objectives:
2.9.1-Protection of marine animals:
Many of the problems stem from human development, such as factory pollutants, boats traffic and more. Research provides
keys to fixing damage created by people to wild populations of marine animals.
2.9.2-Research:
Research occurs in the field and at the aquarium and research exists with partnerships and independently.
•In the field: year-around the aquarium participates in field research and assists scientist collecting data about wild
populations.
•At the aquarium: research is ongoing at aquarium labs and with display animals, by graduates students and staff.
1-Service floor:
To promote basic research in all fields of the aquatic environment and provide comprehensive and technical support to the
public on all aspects of the marine and fresh water environment.
The mission of the Aquarium service floor is to conserve aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research
and direct action. Aquarium staff and volunteers have been involved in the creation of marine protected Area, beach clean-up,
wetlands restorations and rehabilitations, and population surveys of marine mammals and intertidal fishes.

22. 2-Quarantine Areas:
These are the areas where the fishes and sea animals are kept right after they are brought. Such as environment is given to the
animals so that they become easily used to the sort of water used in the aquarium displays. The animals are kept in these
quarantine areas until they adapt to the living and feeding habits. These are further divided into several areas and several
large and small tanks are kept here so that the different species can be looked after differently and if water in one quarantine
tank becomes poisonous, then only the fishes in that tank are effected by it. This is done to stay on the safer side.
3-Water container and pumps system:
•A large setup of water containers and pumps and filtration system is placed in the basement for the proper flow and water
quality for the aquarium displays. Fisheries research and general support to the knowledge of the marine environment.
•It will also include the accommodation for the scientist and the crew and will have berth cabins, rest rooms, kitchen,
restaurant, dining area etc.
It will comprise of the following labs:
•General labs(chemistry , biology)
•Wet labs
•Primary productivity labs
•Geological acoustic survey room
•Electronic lab
2.10- project feasibility:
To promote the conservation of marine life in Karachi, in an exciting and enjoyable feature is the underwater acrylic tunnel, a
very modern and exciting way of displaying the sea life. It can be called as a modern aquarium. This types of an
OCEANARIUM built almost anywhere proves to be a popular attraction.
The success of the project greatly depends upon its site sites selection.
Closer to the coastline, being a very beautiful, attractive and calm shore of Karachi Arabian Sea, it will prove to be the best
site for this project. It is not only beautiful but also easily accessible.
Tourism is one of the biggest income-regenerating factors in Karachi. And this project, being one of its kinds, has the ability
to attract visitors from the entire world and be very helpful and useful in promoting and increasing the scope of tourism.
Marine life is very colorful and has its own beauty but many of us are completely ignorant of this magnificent world. The
development of an OCEANARIUM is to make it easy for everyone to see this world, get knowledge and be fascinated!

23. 2.11-Form and structure:
For the building construction the material has been carefully selected, keeping in view the modernism of that area. The basic
construction is all carried out in concrete blocks. The major building elements in Karachi. The building has a normal concrete
beams and slabs construction in the ground, first and other floors and a shell roof structure at the top resembling the shape of
a fish. The form was carefully selected and requires a lot of study and research in shell structures. The building is placed
along the coastline with a vast but calm Arabian sea running along. Thus the fish shapes of the building complements well
with the surroundings, seeming as if there is a large fish coming out of the ocean and getting in again. The fish shape also
integrates well with the basic planning requirements of the building, that it has and aquarium building. Whoever sees this
building can quite notice that it has something to do with the fishes and marine life.
2.12-CONCLUSION:
The term aquatic refer to water and its habitants, as the name implies, the oceanarium is classified in the four major parts, i-
e, Entertainment facilities, Educational facilities, Fun and recreational facilities, Research facilities.
The project is about the development of an “oceanarium”. As the name indicates, it is related to the under water. oceanarium
serves the purpose of recreation as well as education, or it provides a platform for education through entertainment. Around
the world we see development around the coasts small islands countries earn a lot of money from tourism due to this coastal
development. The need for an oceanarium is stressed; as it is not just a recreational spot it is a research platform from where
extensive researches on flora and fauna is conducted. Rich in marine life countless marine species. Marine life is one of the
most important resource of the country and there is an increasing demand for the development and conservation of our
marine wealth. . Rich in marine life countless marine species. Marine life is one of the most important resource of the country
and there is an increasing demand for the development and conservation of our marine wealth. This is not an ordinary
aquarium but it provides its visitors with a unique and fascinating environment. It comprises of large coral reef tanks and
several other glass cases and aquariums to enjoy the sea life,
Thus the fish shapes of the building complements well with the surroundings, he fish shape also integrates well with the basic
planning requirements of the building, Whoever sees this building can quite notice that it has something to do with the fishes
and marine life.

24. INTRODUCTION

25. 1. Ecology:-
It will aim at the conservation of marine life and the
ecological balance, which is disrupted by the activities of
man. To not only protect the marine flora and fauna from
dangers of extinction but also to create an environment
conducive for its growth.
2. Education:-
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. An Oceanarium will be a means through which
the conservation needs and duties can be made more
popular. A visitor will leave the Oceanarium with much more
respect for the life of holds.
3. Entertainment
Not forgetting the needs of man the Oceanarium will
propose to be a centre of recreation, entertainment and
adventure, A habitat to revive the spirit of man.
OCEANARIUM
An oceanarium means underwater
aquarium. It is like a natural theme
park where one can see the marine
creatures in their natural habitat.
Many recreational activities can
combine with the oceanarium to
make it a complete recreational space
for any age group. It is basically a salt-
water aquarium for displaying marine
animals & plants particularly oceanic,
pelagic, fishes and mammals. It
serves as a centre for public
entertainment and education and
scientific study. They are basically
located in coastal areas
The oceanarium is basically an edutainment
attraction and is designed for family
recreation, offering both youngsters and
adults the fun, excitement and enriching
experience of the wonderful underwater
world.
The modern concept of the term oceanarium
is a gigantic aquarium- an artificial ocean
habitat with all kinds of marine creatures,
especially large ocean dwellers such as sharks
and dolphins. It can basically be called as a
marine mammal park. 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.
It is an advance form of an aquarium, often
located on the ocean or on a bay or river and
features outdoor pools and aquatic
environments that enable visitors to see large
and small fish and other marine life from below
the water surface. The underwater aquarium
concept is a revolutionary concept in
entertainment along with education which
bases its drawing power on our natural human
curiosity of other forms of animal life.
The proposal of the Marine World will
base itself on the following criteria:-

26.  Leisure Pavilion with restaurant
and underwater vision
 Main pavilion
• Aquarium
•Tunnel
• The shark tank
• Touch Tanks
• The artificial lake, musical fountain and
open air forum
•Dolphin stadium
Swimming with fishes
 Large aquarium
A Dolphin stadium is an aquarium for dolphins. The dolphins are
usually kept in a large pool, though occasionally they may be kept
in pens in the open sea, either for research or for public
performances. Some dolphinariums consist of one pool where
dolphins perform for the public.
• Aquarium Films • Ocean Science Center
• Secondary Pavilion

27. SITE STUDY & CLIMATE

28. Goa is located on the western coast of India in
the coastal belt known as Konkan. it is
bounded by the state of Maharastra to the
north, and by Karnataka to the east and south,
while the Arabian sea forms its western coast
The magnificent scenic beauty and the
architectural splendors of its temples,
churches and old houses have made Goa
favorite with travelers around the world
PANAJI OR PANJIM is the capital of the Goa. It lies
on the banks of the Mondovi Estuary in the district
of north Goa. With a population of 65000 (A
metropolitan population of 100,000 if suburbs are
included). Panaji is Goa’s third largest city after
Vasco & Mandgaon.
ABOUT GOA–
state: Goa, india
Capital: Panaji
Established: 1987
Area: 3,702 km2 (1,429 sq mi)
Population: 1,457,723 (2011)
LOCATION
Land use distribution in Miramar -
ABOUT PANAJI –
Area : 3599 sq.km
Population : 90,000 (2011)
Established: 1843
Latitude : sea level
Languages : Konkani, Marathi,
Hindi, English
Religion : Hinduism, Christianity, Islam
Lying against the estuary of the river Mondovi, it is just 3 km from Panaji in the north of the
state and 2 km away from Dona Paula. Also known as, Gasper Dias, it is a lovely golden beach
of soft sand, occupied by a thick grove of shady palms, facing the blue Arabian Sea and
forming a dense canopy over the area. the most captivating, view is created ,when this 2 km
long coast of fine , soft & silvery sand bed sparkles in the moonlight.
It is proposed site for oceanarium in yr 1998 to welcome tourist attraction . It is situated in
city center along the sea on sand dune .it is 2km from kala academy which host the IFFI
yearly .
About Miramar Beach-
Commercial : 22%
Residential : 32%
Educational : 19%
Public building : 8%
Hotels : 12%
Religious : 4%
Hospitals : 3%
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29. SITE SURROUNDINGS GEOGRAPHICAL CONDITION
TOPOGRAPHY -
Goa Science Centre
Site view
30 m wide road
Gymnasium
Pedestrian Walkway School Transformer Sarda Mandir School
Alcon Church
Alcon Apartment
Alcon Residency
Alcon Residency
• the slop on site is towards the western side.
•Highest level – 15 m (from sea level)
• lowest level – 8 m (from sea level)
•Road level – 15 m
•The site consist mixture of alluvial and brown hilly
soil which is fertile in nature.
• the ravines get active in during the monsoon and
dry up after that.
• Materials like, sandstone, limestone, clay local
pebbles are easily available near site.
• Sea help us to maintain the water table.
• But underground water is not use for cooking and
drinking propose.
• Get perfect view of the Miramar beach from the
site ( distance between site to sea is 80 m)
Site potentials
Site section
Fore dune
Mid dune
Fore dune
Fore dune
Mid dune
Fore dune

30. GOA BYELAWS
Name of authority – Government of Goa
Development Authority
Floor area ratio – 1.5
Front, Side and Rear Setbacks
Front setback – 5 m (as respect to building type)
Side and Rear Setbacks - 6m setback for 18 to 21m height
Parking area - One space for 20 m2 of floor area
(note – all the data collected through the GDA report)
open spaces – 20 % of covered area
Total plot area – 48,000 sq. m
Built up area – 80,000 sq.m
Ground coverage @ 25% – 8000 sq.m
SERVICES
Distance from site to ……
location distance
KTC Bus Stand, Panaji 4 km
Dabolim Airport 33 km
Karmali railway station 14 km
Tivim Railway Station 23km
Vasco Railway Station 33km
Nearest hotels 0 km
Water Supply
Site is served by two sources.
• the main supply is from Mondovi river
which is 1 km away.
• an other supply is from Dona Paula
which is 2 km away.
Electrical Supply
•The electrical supply came from Panaji.
•Under ground supply given by local
authority
•There are three phase of 11000 kv.
Sewage And Drainage
•Sewage and drainage supply present on
site by the authority.
•North to south (Dona Paula dumping
station which is 2 km away).
Telephone Line
The telephone line came from Panaji.
Road
•30 m wide road connected to Dona Paula to
Panaji named is Dr. JACK DE SEQUEIRA ROAD
• 2m wide Pathway is well maintained by Goa
science center.
•Divider is also maintained with road lighting.
•Both side of road landscaping is done by Goa
Science Center.
Architecture in Goa
The architecture of Goa is a combination
of Indian, Islamic and Portuguese styles. Since the
Portuguese ruled for four centuries, many churches and
houses bear a striking element of the Portuguese style of
architecture.

31. CLIMATE
• Goa features a tropical monsoon climate under the
Köppen climate classification.
• Goa, being in the tropical zone and near the Arabian
Sea, has a hot and humid climate for most of the year.
• The month of May is the hottest, seeing day
temperatures of over 35 °C (95 °F) coupled with high
humidity.
• The monsoon rains arrive by early June and provide a
much needed respite from the heat. Most of Goa's
annual rainfall is received through the monsoons which
last till late September.
• Goa has a short winter season between mid-December
and February.
• These months are marked by nights of around 21 °C
(68 °F) and days of around 28 °C (84 °F) with moderate
amounts of humidity. Further inland, due to altitudinal
gradation, the nights are a few degrees cooler.
• During March 2008 Goa was lashed with heavy rain and
strong winds. This was the first time in 29 years that Goa
had seen rain during March
Moisture Content & Rainfall :
The moisture content in the fore dune is much higher
compared to mid and hind dune . The maxi, moisture
being at 1m depth in fore dune ,the mid dune has
moisture till 20 cms in depth and the hind dune has very
sparse flora so evaporation is maximum which results
less moisture content .
The average rainfall in this region is …325 cms……..
Wind, Vegetation, Temperature
Wind is the one of the most important factor in
movement formation and destruction of dune.
The wind speed is not constant the irregularities
in wind speed result change of dune structure.
Temperature is about 20°C (68°F)@ night and
warm days is about 29°C (84°F)
Humidity remains in moderate amounts (88%).
The nights are a few degrees cooler further
inland, due to altitudinal gradation.
Geography
Goa encompasses an area of 3,702 km2 . It lies between
the latitudes 14°53′54″N and 15°40′00″ N and
longitudes 73°40′33″ E and 74°20′13″ E.
Flora And Fauna
Equatorial forest cover in Goa
stands at
1,424 km2 (549.81 sq mi), most of
which is owned by the
government. Government owned
forest is estimated at
1,224.38 km2 (472.74 sq mi)
whilst private is given as
200 km2 (77.22 sq mi)
• The population has a growth rate of 14.9% per decade.
• There are 363 people for each square kilometer of land.
•Goa is the state with highest proportion of urban population
with 49.76% of the population living in urban areas.
•The sex ratio is 960 females to 1000 males.
• The birth rate is 15.70 per 1,000 people in 2007.
Demographics
Tourism
People And Culture
In spite of remaining under Portuguese
control for so long, majority of the people in
Goa are still Hindu. Though, strong catholic
influences are visible everywhere in the art,
culture, and society. The demography of the
state started chaining after the coming of the
Portuguese in the 15th century due to the
spirit of the Propagating Catholicism they
brought with them.
Tourism is generally focused on the coastal areas of Goa. with
decreased tourist activity inland. In 2010, there were more than
two million tourists reported to have visited Goa, about 1.2
million of whom were from abroad. As of 2013
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32. LITERATURE STUDY

33. Date opened : November 23,
2005
Location : Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Coordinates: 33°45′45″N 084°23′38″W
Website : www.georgiaaquarium.org
The Georgia Aquarium (Atlanta, Georgia)
houses 120,000 animals, representing 500
species, in 8.5 million US gallons (32,000 m3)
of marine and fresh water; it was the world's
largest aquarium when it opened in 2005
.the site plan consist of a single building in
a 20 acres of land surrounded by a mix
landscape over its one side and having a
multilevel parking provided at the back of
the building.
.the six diff.galleries:
1 Georgia explore, 2.tropical driver,
3.ocean voyager,4.cold-water,5.river
scout,6.dolphin tales
.its features a number of touch pool tanks
with ray and shark as well as exhibits
featuring sea turtles and the wildlife of gray's
reef-a national marine sanctuary off the
Georgia coast.
.this exhibit is designed to feature the
life of the Mesoamerican barrier reef
system, and showcase the aquarium's
whale sharks, as well as a100 foot(30m)
underwater tunnel and the world's
second largest viewing window.
Introduction
GEORGIA AQUARIUM U.S.

34. GEORGIA AQUARIUM GROUND FLOOR PLAN
OCEAN VOYAGER
Enchant your guests with a voyage to the ocean
floor. They will be captivated as tens of
thousands of fish swim overhead and will marvel
as they dine alongside the largest aquarium
viewing window in North America.
Area - 2000 sq.m
Tunnel wide - 4 m
Height - 6.5 m
Theater - 200 sq.m
capacity of voyager –
80 person
Whale shark tank
TROPICAL DIVER
Escape to the tropics and engage your guests in
the relaxing and intimate menu as they are
mesmerized by one of the largest living reef
exhibits in the world.
Area - 1110 sq.m (including service space)
Width of corridor - 6 m
Number of tank - 11
capacity – 35 person

35. Whale shark tank
GEORGIA AQUARIUM GROUND FLOOR PLAN
Oceans Ballroom
The sophisticated ballroom provides a distinctive space for an
intimate reception for 50 people in one of our sections or a
reception for more than 500 people in the Oceans Ballroom.
Our flexible space can be customized to create a personalized
setting for your ceremony and reception
Specifics
16,400 sq ft (23,000 sq ft
including pre-function)
150x112 Dimensions
19-21 Ceiling height
1,200 Reception
1,000 Banquet

36. GEORGIA AQUARIUM GROUND FLOOR PLAN
COLD WATER QUEST
Transport your guests to the Arctic as they experience
a reception or seated dinner among the chilly
unknown...
Area - 800 sq.m
Height - 4.5 m
capacity of voyager – 45
person
Dolphin tales
Area - 2150 sq.m
Corridor wide – 4.5 m
Height - 9.5 m
Theater - 1050 sq.m
capacity – 100 person
Water body – 300 sq.m
AT&T DOLPHIN TALES
Experience our newest addition and
the biggest expansion to date for the
world’s largest aquarium. The new
gallery includes a soaring, naturally-lit
entrance lobby featuring an
underwater viewing window of our
playful dolphins.

37. Exit gallery
Gift shop
Exit gate
Main atrium
River scoutGeorgia explorer
River scout gallery
Main Entrance
Ticket counter
Café aquaria
Over head tank

38. Positive aspect Negative aspect
planning • the high emphasised entrance make the first fell very
interesting
• the proper area distribution to different arenas make
the conditions lees choric for the users. .the panoramic
view all the zones from a single point keep the interest
going unbeaten.
• no use of direct sunlight at any of the part for visitors.
• the galleries bcos of not been interconnected some
makes feel tiredness for visitors
circulati
on
the presence of all the galleries and other stuff on the
same level make the circulation a bit non confusing as a
cyclonical point of view.
the multidirectional movement of the public from the
same atrium can make the conditions unsuitable.
services •use of closed filtration system helps the reduction in
cost of the water treatment
• illumination done using different lights with the tank
base helps to observe the marine life more prominently
Aestheti
cs
• the structure is the combination of different forms that
give complete justice to the functional aspects.
• the use of light at the external facade makes its more
interesting to watch at night
the form again does not do justice with the water as a
theme until and unless one goes inside.
•.the water pipes of 24"at 3m c,c on periphery and 62"at the
bottom are installed.
•.the lighting is been done at the bottom and at the top by
using lamps.
•.the maintained is been check by a bay been running over the
i section installed to the roof structure.
SERVICES
Feature
•it features an overhead river where visitors can see north
American fishes from the bottom up in addition to local
specimens this exhibits displays pirahna,electric fish and
other unusual freshwater life.
•its feature living corals and thousands of colourful reef fish
in a recreating tropical pacific coral reef,complted with
overhead crashing wave.
Number of staff -
More than 500 full-time and part-time employees and 2,000
volunteer staff members keep the Aquarium operating on a
seven-day a week schedule that also includes unique guest
overnight stay events and a kids’ conservation education
program. Operations, security, education, maintenance,
veterinary and training staff, administration personnel,
environmental operations, volunteer management, parking,
commissary, tour guides, restaurants, retail and others on staff
need voice communications to reliably reach every corner of
this multi-story facility on a 24 hour basis.
Advance technologies -
The construction of the Aquarium presented many challenges
to radio signal coverage. Basically, the Aquarium is a hollow
structure, constructed of steel reinforced concrete walls up to
four feet thick, surrounding an expansive main atrium with a 50
foot high ceiling. The animal habitats, clustered around the
main atrium, require more than eight million
Fun Facts about the Georgia Aquarium
• The Aquarium’s filtration system contains more than 70
miles of pipe, enough to more than encircle the city of
Atlanta on the I-285 loop.
• The heating and air conditioning system has 4300 tons of
cooling capacity, enough to cool over 1400 average-sized
homes. Plumbing systems include 290 plumbing fixtures,
200 floor drains and 53 roof drains.
• The Georgia Aquarium’s habitats hold the equivalent
water volume to more than 100 million cans of Coke.
• The drains are connected by 1.5 miles of underground pipe
and 5.5 miles of aboveground pipe.
• Approximately 230 newly constructed average-sized
American homes can fit inside the Georgia Aquarium.
• In the Aquarium’s life support systems, there are 506
pumps using over 5,500 horsepower to move more than
300,000 gallons of water every minute. The water is moved
through 187 sand filters, 91 protein skimmers and 76
towers.

39. Introduction
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium, China
Location - Pudong Special Development Zone
Shanghai, China
Architects - CAM CROSSLEY
Company - Crossley Architects Pty Ltd (Australia )
Site Area - 8,400m²
Client - Shanghai Ocean Aquarium Co Ltd
Project Value - US$55,000,000
Construction Commenced - April 1999
Completed - 2002
This prestigious project was completed in 2002, and is
located immediately adjacent Shanghai’s most
significant tourist attraction the Oriental Pearl Tower in
Pudong, Shanghai. The theme, 'Across Continents
through Worlds of Water' captures the essence of the
broad scope of exhibits on display in the facility.
Beginning with the China Zone, visitors pass through representative
countries of South America, Australia, Africa and the temperate
zones that show coldwater fish and later, penguins. The sea
provides the theme for the second phase of the visitor’s experience
where they view some of the more unusual life from color changing
giant cuttlefish and baby sharks to the giant Japanese spider crabs
and the miniature seahorses of the seaweed forest.
About the project
The climax of the visitors’ experience is the showcase
oceanarium consisting of 120 meters of travelator passing
through five contrasting marine environments: the coastal
reef, the open ocean, the kelp cave, shark cove, and the coral
reef. This awesome experience is one of the longest aquarium
tunnel exhibits in the world.
Areas
Site Area - 8,400m²
Building Area - 20,000m² over 5 Levels
Major Exhibits -
Coastal Reef, Kelp Cave, Shark Cove - 2,200 m³
Coral Reef Aquarium - 700 m³
Open Ocean - 330 m³
Under the Amazon - 240 m³
exhibit tank - 650 m³
Australian Billabong - 217 m³
Under the coldwater Stream - 110 m³
Penguin Encounter - 100 m³
Chinese Alligator - Ancient Survivor - 25 m³
Endangered Chinese Freshwater Fishes - 65 m³
Various small marine and fresh water
Aquariums - 19 in total
10- 50 m³ typically
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40. The underwater tunnel located in basement is one of the
longest underwater tunnels in the world. Its total length is
up to 155 meters.
The whole tunnel is made up of Acrylic glass of 75cm, with
the thickest aquarium up to 220cm.
According to different groups of fish, the tunnel is divided
into 5 sections. An auto-mated walkway is installed on the
ground of the tunnel. Walking on it, visitors can feel the
fishes swimming above their heads

41. Recommended Itinerary
• After buying tickets on the first floor, visitors start the tour of the main building by going up to the third floor, ultimately making their way
down to the basement.
• The third floor has seven exhibition areas, i.e. the VIP hall, science education room and a waterfall. The China, South America, Australia
zones and Special Exhibitions Zone are also located on this floor.
• The second floor has the Africa, Southeast Asia, Cold Water and Polar Zones. The Sea and Shore exhibit is also located here.
• The basement is the main part of the aquarium where Deep Ocean Zone is located. The submarine viewing tunnel enables visitors to have
a wonderful tour here. After touring the basement, visitors may return to the first floor for meals and to purchase souvenirs and gifts.

42. Ducks in Shanghai
Ocean Aquarium
Southeast Asian region - the Southeast Asian
tropical rainforest is one of the world's oldest
tropical rain forests, high forest coverage, the
magnificent natural landscape and rich
biodiversity, rich food and an ideal habitat for
biological living here ground. Polar region to listen to the roaring of the wind,
penguin friends are waiting to welcome you soon

43. SOUTH AMERICA ZONE
Special exhibition area
China zoneUnder water escalatorAustralia zone
South America regions - South America has the largest
type and quantity of freshwater fish. Arapaima as one of
the largest freshwater scaly bony fish also thrived here

44. .ground level constitute the overall service area
of shanghai ocean aquarium along with the extra
supporting area on each floor.
 Water is been distributed the overhead hanging pvc pipes needing at
least a free space of 1m above clear height . it has closed filtration
system.
 Instead of direct sunlight fluorescent tubes and large noen lamps are
been used all time in accordance to duranal and noctural usage.
 Plant is been setup at basement adjacent to the main building and
duct are exposed to the surrounding as a interior treatment. the
supporting area are kept with special provision for both heating and
cooling.
 The walls from the inner side have high acoustic
 Treatment so that the sound of water flowing through And working
staff doesn’t travel outside at the galleries arena
SERVICES
Services provided included architectural design
and documentation, co-ordination of aquarium
specialist works requirements, interior design of
exhibit spaces, exhibit design, design of graphics
and interpretive panels, preparation of tender
documentation for aquarium specialist works,
interiors and special exhibitory. Contract
administration of specialist works.
Acrylic Panel
Dimensions
Coastal Reef, Kelp Cave, Shark Cove 180° tunnel - 66.0 x 2.4mØ
Coral Reef Aquarium - 180° tunnel - 23.0 x 2.4mØ
Open Ocean - Flat panel - 8.0 x 4.65 x 0.27m
Under the Amazon - 180° tunnel - 12.0 x 2.4mØ
Australian Billabong Inclined 180° tunnel - 12.0 x 2.4mØ
Flat Panel - 9.0 x 1.6 x 0.08m
Under the coldwater Stream - 90° tunnel - 9.6 x 0.75mR
Penguin Encounter - Flat Panel - 10 x 2.9 x 0.12m
Chinese Alligator - Ancient Survivor
Cantilevered panels - 5.0 x 1.83 x 0.07m
Endangered Chinese Freshwater Fishes
Flat Panels - 4.2 x 2.0 x 0.09m
- 3.0 x 1.4 x 0.07m
Conclusion
The basic challenge for designing the aquarium was dealing with the
extremely technical nature of the designs while meeting the client
requirement for a creative theme. The team continually balanced
creativity with practicality. The result is a world-class aquarium with a
safe and comfortable environment for animals and humans.
To limit the consumption of water, the 8 million gallons (30
283 kL) of tanks in the aquarium use a semi-closed system with
manufactured sea water which allows as much water as possible
to be reused. Water is replaced from local sources only when
required due to evaporation.
Aquatic Life Support:
• 6.2 million (23 470 kL) gallons to fi ll open ocean tank;
• 54 in. (1.4 m) diameter piping;
• 218 pumps (4,160 hp [3102 kW] to circulate 261,000 gpm [16 469 L/s]);
• 4,035 valves;
• 25 miles of wiring;
• 31 pump water motion system circulating 29,500 gpm (1861 L/s);
• 24 in. thick acrylic viewing wall weighing 238,000 lbs (107955 kg); and
• 34 saltwater and 11 fresh water tanks holding 8 million gallons (30 283 kL) for
100,000 fi sh.
Water supply

45. LISBON OCEANARIUM, OLIVIA
The Oceanarium of Lisbon is located in Park of the Nations, at the
south end of Dock berth of the Olivia. It is located in renewed part
of Lisbon. This is conveniently served by multiple means of public
transportation: Taxis, subway, bus routes and trains ploughs
available from ―East‖.
Location:
Name - Lisbon Oceanarium
Location - Park of the Nations, Olivia, LISBON Portugal
Architect - Peter Chermayeff
Firm - Cambridge Seven Associated, America
Date of the project: 1994 - 1998
Opening date - October 1998
Area of the equipment - 16 585 85 m²
Main oceanariumAdm. Building
In October 1998 Oceanarium opened to the public,
establishing a life long connection between Lisbon and
the Ocean .while bridging the discovery, and research
and conservation activities.
The Oceanarium de Lisboan was designed by a team
from Cambridge Seven Associated, led by American
architect Peter Chermayeff.
• The complex consists of two main buildings: one
administrative structure and the oceanarium.
• The oceanarium is forever connected to land by a
bridge, symbolizing a pier to an unforgettable voyage
to a remarkable underwater world.
• The exhibit building is placed on water like an island,
linked to an entrance/exit support building on the land.
Visitors enter by a ramped bridge to an upper level,
where four ocean habitats Later, those same four
ocean habitats are seen again underwater, visually
linked to a large central tank which represents the unity
of all oceans in a single global ocean.
About the building
.Visitors enter by a ramped bridge to an upper level,
where four ocean habitats Later, those same four ocean
habitats are seen again underwater, visually linked to a
large central tank which represents the unity of all
oceans in a single global ocean
Oceanarium building Bridge
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46. Lower level first floor plan
INDIAN OCEAN ZONE
CORAL REEF
FLUORESCENT
CORALS
SYMBIOSIS
BIOLUMINESCENT
FISH
MORAINES MANGROVE FOREST ADAPTATION
ATLANTIC NORTH ZONE
ROCKY REEF
FLATFISH
SEA NETTLESPRAIRIE NAVYFISH AZORES
LIFE ALONG THE BOTTOM
SOUTH AUSTRALIA ZONE
SEA DRAGONS
SOUTH AFRICA ZONE
ROCKY REEF IN
THE PACIFIC
WOLF-EELS GIANT PACIFIC OCTOPUSINVERTEBRATES

47. NORTH ATLANTIC
ANTARCTIC
TEMPERATE PACIFIC TROPICAL INDIAN
Second floor plan
Ice cream parlor
Water &salt – restaurant
Cafeteria.
Upper level first floor plan
CENTRAL TANK

48. Upper level first floor
Central tank
Ground floor plan as
service floor with rest
room and maintenance
area
Lower level first floor
with central tank @
center ,Atlantic
Antarctic , pacific
and Indian ocean
zone @ four corner
of the central tank
Restaurant
Central tank
Lobby
Service area
Bridging ramp
Rest room
Sections

49. Architecture
• The Lisbon Oceanarium’s conceptual design, architecture,
and exhibit design was led by Peter Chermayeff of Peter
Chermayeff LLC while at Cambridge Seven Associates. It is
said to resemble an Aircraft carrier, and is built into
the pier on an internal sea.
• Two buildings, connected by a bridge, represent the
boarding quay for a journey of discovery into the
marine world. The main building surrounded by water,
represents a ship ready to set sail.
The main exhibit is a 1,000 m2 (11,000 sq ft), 5,000 m3
(180,000 cu ft) tank with four large 49 m2 (530 sq ft)
acrylic windows on its sides, and smaller focus windows
strategically located around it to make sure it is a
constant component throughout the exhibit space. It is
7 m (23 ft) deep, which lets pelagic swimmers to swim
above the bottom dwellers, and providing the illusion
of the open ocean. About 100 species from around the
world are kept in this tank, including sharks,
rays, barracudas, groupers, and moray eels. One of the
main attractions is a large sunfish.
• 8 000 organisms, between animals and plants, of
over 500 different species;
• Around 550 kg of food is consumed per week;
• 75 000 pieces of artificial coral used in the
decoration of the central aquarium and of the Indian
Ocean habitat;
• 7 million liters of salt water, divided between more
than 30 aquariums;
• Every day over 200 different tests are performed to
evaluate the quality of the aquariums’ water.
Number of animals - 16,000
Number of species – 450
Volume of largest tank - 5,000 m3
(180,000 cu ft)
Annual visitors – 1000,000
Daily average - 24068 people (as per 2010)
Website - www.oceanario.pt
Mission
To recreate Nature in the midst of urban
civilization, providing a theatrical encounter
with the natural, wild world and to
transform this experience into a means of
raising awareness of the oceans by alerting
people for the need to preserve a natural
heritage by changing their habits and
behavior.
Ground floor plan (service floor)
which is over the pile floor . It act as
service floor which include lifts , staircases,
mechanical room , maintenance office ,
store ,water purifier room , generator
room ,temperature maintaining room in
tank , control room etc . The central lobby
is double floor which is just below the
central tank of first floor .

50. CASE STUDY

51. TARAPOREWALA AQUARIUM , MUMBAI
Validity
THIS IS THE ONLY AQUARIUMIN INDIA TILL THE
AGE AND WAS OPENED BACK IN 1951 AND
STILL IN A WORKING STATE .
Objective
TO STUDY THE BASIC KEY ELEMENTS OF AN
AQUARIUM AND THE FUNCTIONALITY
ALLONG WITH THE SHORTCOMINGS OF THE
SUCH A OLD STRUCTURE.
Location
THE TARAPOREWALA AQUARIUM LOCATED ON
THE WESTERN COAST OF INDIA IN THE
METROPOLIS MUMBAI AT MARINE DRIVE (CIIARNI
ROAD AREA) IS THE ONLY EXAMPLE OF AQUARIUM
BUILT IN OUR CONNTRY TO DATE.
Brief
IT WAS OPENED IN 1951 AND WAS CONSTRUCTED
THE COMBINED EFFORTS OF MAIIARASIITRA
GOVERMENT AND A PARSI BUSSINESSMAN . THE
AQUARIUM HAS A TOTAL . OF 70 SPECIMENTS WITH
WATER TANKS RANGING FROM 1000-1500 GALLONS
INCLUDING BOTH MARINEWATER FISH AND FRESH
WATER FISHES . NOW A DAY I'TS BEEN RUN OVER BY
MAHARASHTRA FISHIES DEPARTMENT.
Date opened - 1951
Location - Marine Lines, Mumbai
Number of species - 100
Timings: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Closed on
Monday)

52. Fresh water supply room (8 sq.m)
Sea water supply room ( 15 sq.m)
Setting tank
6 sq.m
snak tank
3 sq.m
Room size 9
sq.m
Audi room
Area 33 sq.m
50 person
Water tank
1.2 m depth
2.1 m hight
Front set back
Use for staff
parking
Attractive
fountain
at entrance
area
Canteen area – 35 sq.m
Kitchen area – 12 sq.m
Total open area - 560 sq.m
Building area – 330 sq.m
Floor cum site plan

53. SERVICES
Operation and maintenance
Maintaining fishes and other aquatic denizens in a public
aquarium is a highly specialized task. The water in the large
tanks is under continuous circulation. Taps at the top of the
tank supply water. The water supply speed is maintained as per
the judgment of the aquarium officers. Water goes out from a
concealed outlet at the tank bottom. A siphon system keeps
water at a constant level .
Circulatory systems :
The circulation in the aquarium is of closed type , i.e. the water
once taken into the system is used over and over again.
From the display tanks it goes to the filters where it passes
through layers of sand, gravel and pebbles. Here it is gotten rid
of impurities and other noxious substances.
It then flows to a basement reservoir , from where it is
pumped up to an over head reservoir.
It can now drop by gravity to the display tanks.
Filtered water supply :
The stability of water in the tanks is but illusory for it is in fact ,
constantly being changed though invisible.
Once the water gets into the tanks it is allowed to remain there
for any length of time but over flows into a return pipe behind
the tanks, from which it is lead into the settling tank
The reintroduction of water into the filters is necessary to
prevent the circulation of fish food, decaying matter and other
waste matter before the water return to the underground
reservoirs.
Air supply :
Elaborate arrangements have been made to ensure a constant stream of air into all the
tanks. The silvery jet of bubbles , spiraling to the surface of water from the bed of the
tank is compressed air released in each tank. Proper aeration is necessary for the well
being of the exhibits.
Illumination :
Illumination of the tanks is affected by concealed bulbs, so that lighting conditions are to
the maximum possible extent close to that prevailing in the natural habitat of the
animals. The sky lights are tinted blue in order to prevent the excessive growth of algae in
the tanks. Below the sky lights is an arrangement designed to regulate the volume of
light.
reservoirs :
Below the room containing the pumps and the compressors are the reservoirs for sea
water and fresh water
the sea water reservoir is 45’ x 15’ x 10’
Circulatory systems :

54. Negative aspects
•Planning The staggered blocking method proves no proper site planning.
The entrance is not bold enough to attract visitors.
The toilets are in chaotic conditions.
The entrance portico and lobby are so small even to accommodate 50 people at a time.
The tanks fail to meet the min. standard size and fishes can be seen uncomfortably inside them.
The conditioning room is been converted to multipurpose room.
Circulation Against the popular practice of a discipline path circulation of free neater compounding the exhausting cramped
conditions resulting in pushing and jostling.
Aesthetics The appearance of the building is so modest and unassuming that it gives no attraction to the people passing by.
Services The interior lighting of fluorescent tube is insufficient for reading any information.
Aqua space is absent as the rock and gravels are missing none of the walls has ventilator or air conditioning equipments
making the atmosphere stinking and suffocative.
INSIDE
The main hall has two sections. The first of 160
cubic feet and the second a miniature section with
2 cubic feet. In all, over 100 species of marine and
fresh water fish are on display, including sharks,
turtles and morays. It also includes seven varieties
of coral fish from the Lakshadweep Islands which
were added to the collection recently.
There is a proposal to convert this aquarium into
an underwater oceanarium and the government
of Maharashtra is seriously working on it. If this
materializes then people can undertake an
undersea walk, surrounded by marine life. Just a
thought of it makes one excited.
Architectural feature –
• The Building has been design according to the requirements but the façade does not project the
Aquarium that is housed inside.
• The facade has jus been treated with a painting of fishes to represent the Aquarium inside.
• The arrangement of the tanks is concrete rectangle is a good layout as the public is able to view
both the fresh water and sea water exhibits simultaneously.
• The fountain at the entrance creates some interest in the otherwise monotonous connection of
spaces.
• The area closed to tanks around 1 m is cordoned off to prevent the public from touching or dap
aging the tanks.
• The setback around the building could have been used to create an aqua space and this would have
provided an attractive entry to the Aquarium.
• The Building looks like a larger version of a domestic fish tank.
• The enclosures are too small for larger marine mammals like turtles, skates etc.
• According to Departmental officials, the number of visitors per year (consisting of Adults and
children) is 5 lakhs. An average of 1650 persons visit the Aquarium daily.

55. DOLPHIN AQUARIUM MUMBAI
Dolphin Aquarium is in the Mumbai suburban district, near Parle, and it is a
perfect example of how the city has transformed itself dramatically in recent
times. The aquarium is built on an old dumping ground, but the land has been
transformed into a quaint little aquarium and boating lake, surrounded by nature
and wildlife, rather than trash.
Location - Baji Prabhu Deshpande Road, Irla, Vile Parle West,
Mumbai
Building type - public building
Owner - Vinayak Rout (Bal Shahab Thakre trust Mumbai)
Architect - Ar Utkrist Thara
Date of opening - 23 August 2004
Hours - Open all week, 10:00-21:00
Coordinates - 19°6'27"N 72°50'34"E
The aquarium is in the middle of a lake. Its also got ducks, rabbits, love birds, 2
eagles, parrots, squirrel. Lovely seating arrangements, a toy train & a air bag
enclosure for kids. To eat there is a small stall with snacks, soft drinks, candy
floss, pop-corn. And the place lights up after 7 making it look amazing
About the building
Objective
Architectural feature
Dolphin aquarium feature
 Fish aquarium - 8 large
(2000Lx800Bx1500H)
- 24 small (1200Lx600Bx800H)
 Jumping in water
 Mini train
 Boating
 Canteen
 Temple
 lake design with respect to dolphin show and entertainment purpose.(but dolphin were unable
to adopt the design environment).
 Main aquarium building block was circular in plan with RCC and steel frame structure having a
steel dome at its top.
 around the aquarium block 1.5 m deep water pond.
 the main aquarium at the centre of the pond was looking like a island.
 the visitor pathway and pavilion deck was design in keeping the clear vision of the pond around
all the point of the pathway.
 landscaping - Lotus flower was planted at the side of deck.
 Around building periphery green landscaping was done.
 the placement of canteen was such that it was utilized from inside and outside of the site.
The plan of the Dolphin aquarium was according to the Vaastu Shastra.

56. SITE PLAN
10MWIDEROAD
6 M WIDE ROAD
BUILDING BLOCK
AREA 320 SQ.M.
20M DIA
TANAJI MARUSALE ROAD
CONNECTED TO IRLA CHOWK
FAST FOOD CORNER
AND CANTEEN
3 SHOP (AREA 70 SQ.M.)
PLOT AREA - 2525 SQ.M
BUILTUP AREA – 452 SQ.M
GROUND COVRAGE – 18%
WATER BODY – 860 SQ.M
TEMPLE (80 SQ.M)
DOLPHIN OFFICE (GROUND FLOOR)
CARE TAKER ROOM (FIST FLOOR)
1.5 M DEEP
WATER BODY
FOR DOLPHIN
LARGE NEST FOR
FOREST BIRDS
N
BUILDING BLOCK
Water pond
lobby

57. KEY PLAN
WATER BODY
CHILD TRAIN TRACK (
600 MM WIDE)
AEMU BIRDS (35 SQ.M) 1.8 M HIGH
CLOSE STEEL NET
INDIAN BIRDS IN CLOSE STEEN NET
SETTING AREA AROUND THE LAKE
SIZE - (1.5 MX2 M) 2.5 M HIGHT
4 STEEL COLUMN 100MM DIA
MALE & FEMAL TOILET 9 SQ.M
2 M WIDE PATHWAY
ITS FOR DOLPHINE BUT AT TIME CHILD BOAT AND DUCK
ARE SWEMMING IN THIS LAKE
FIBER SHEET COVERD ON
THE STEEL STRUCTURE.
BUILDING RESTING
ON RCC COLUMN
DETAIL A
DETAIL AT ‘A”

58. CHILD TRAIN
FIBER SHEET COVERD ON
THE STEEL STRUCTURE.
BUILDING RESTING
ON RCC COLUMN
Main aquarium hall
Dolphin office
Care taker room
INDIAN BIRDS IN CLOSE
STEEN NET
SETTING AREA AROUND THE LAKE
TANAJI MARUSALE ROAD
CONNECTED TO IRLA CHOWK
1.5 M DEEP WATER BODY
FOR DOLPHIN
1.5 M DEEP WATER BODY
FOR DOLPHIN

59. Large tank
Size – 2.0mx.8x1.0m
Number of tank - 8 Around the aquarium tank
450mm high boundary wall
Ticket counter
Room size – 2mx2.2m
Store room 1.8mx.9m
2.5m wide pathway
Bride next (both side of lobby Clear width of lobby 3.5 m
Small tank
Size – 1.2mx0.6mx0.8m
Medium tank
Size – 1.6mx.8mx.9m
1.2 m wide entrance way
for boating
AQUARIUM HALL
320 SQ.M
FLOOR PLAN
N

60. BUILDING STRUCTURE
Entrance and aquarium lobby
 5.5 m wide lobby supported on steel column.
 truss roof was installed at the entrance lobby.
 The base of the lobby was supported 4 RCC column
(300x300).
 Mosaic flooring
Aquarium building
 Base of the Aquarium building is supported on RCC column.
 A flat circular RCC floor.
 Around the aquarium building a one meter wide corridor
run for service propose supported through the steel member.
Top of the Aquarium building is covered with a circular
dome.
 The dome was supported on brick wall covered with color
tiles.
 the dome was constructed of steel and covered with fiber.
Internal steel frame
• Care taker above the dolphin office
having one meter wide projected
balcony supported on a steel
cantilever.
• Column are design according to the
building load and plan.
 450m thick and 1200 wide column
are use on mat foundation

61. BUILDING SERVICES
Internal part of building a fresh water pipe are laying along
with aquarium tank.
Water of the Aquarium tank changes at end of the each
month or whenever required.
 water of the aquarium tank a Recycle water and drain off
and the recycle water are not used again.
 Capacity of water aquarium tank is 38000 liters.
Around the building 1.5 m deep artificial pond provided for
boating, jumping , snakes, ducks etc.
 Total lake area is 560 sq.m.
 Discharging and filling water of pond is done with the help
of pump.
water proof light are installed in aquarium tanks.
air pump, light and temperature are maintained through
the electricity.
Blue, yellow colored are installed in the aquarium tank.
Around the lake artificial light are installed for decoration
and lighting purpose at night.
For the maintenance of the Aquarium 3 care taker with
Around the building 1 meter wide corridor is provided
for fish caring and food.
time to time cleaning of each tank and pond.
Water supply
Electric supply
Building maintenance

62. Taraporewala
aquariums
Dolphin aquarium
Mumbai
Georgia aquariums us Shanghai Ocean
Aquarium, China
Lisbon Oceanarium
LISBON Portugal
SITE
Shape Square Rectangular trapezoidal Rectangular Rectangular
entrance Not well defined single simply Well defined multiplied Well defined Well defined
Landscape Not prominent soft
landscape
Prominent soft + hard Prominent soft + hard _ _
surroundings 69m from shore Residential area Mid of city near Oriental Pearl Tower Water body
BUILDING
Form Simply cubical circular Combination of wedges
and arculoid
Typical compositions Simple cubical
aesthetics Not attractive Medium attractive attractive attractive good
material paints Color tiles Glass cladding Grid plastering with glass Steel, RCC
Skyline Not interesting simple interesting interesting interesting
EXHBITION
numbers two one five Eleven five
types .marine world
.fresh water world
Aquarium, beautiful
pond
.Georgia explore
.tropical diver
.ocean voyager
.cold-water quest
.river scout
Deep Ocean Zone , Africa,
Southeast Asia, Cold
Water, Polar Zones, China,
South America, Australia
zones
A large
circulation not confined good unidirectional Well define good
Comparative Analysis

63. Taraporewala
aquarium
Dolphin aquarium
Mumbai
Georgia aquarium us Shanghai Ocean
Aquarium, China
Lisbon Oceanarium
LISBON Portugal
Brief
site 3,969 2,525 36,421(9acres) 8,400 20,000
building 1,426 320 10,201 8200 16,585.85
landscape 823 550 26,335 120 _
Building
exhibit 388 820 6,404 5037 6,400
circulation 300 186 1,075 1356 860
Support area 125 45 600 386 820
Audi/theatres _ _ 347 _ _
service 120 38 3,765 4500 1200
Taraporewala
aquarium
Dolphin aquarium
Mumbai
Georgia aquarium us Shanghai Ocean
Aquarium, China
Lisbon Oceanarium
LISBON Portugal
SERVICES
water filtration system closed closed closed closed closed
artificial lighting low low excellent good excellent
natural lighting nill nill only for above floor nill Outer bolcony
air conditioning Working progress nill centrally centrally centrally
acoustic nill nill Not at all places All places (floor)
Comparative Analysis cont…
Comparative Area Analysis

64. AREAANALYSIS

65. s.n. Space name Area (sq.m)
1. Administration 1540
1.1 Office areas 350
1.2 Utility areas 128
1.3 Service areas 1073
2 Oceanarium Area 20732
2.1 Services BLOCK 300
2.2 Other services 1915
2.3 Research area 500
2.4 Facilities 620
2.5 Aquarium 5417
2.6 Thematic pavilions 300
2.7 Polar pavilion 500
2.8 Lagoon 400
2.9 Tunnel aquarium 750
2.10 3d& 4d theatre 300
2.11 Display area(temporary exhibits) 2000
2.12 Circulation 5000
3 Out door area 5930
Total plot area – 32,000 Sq.m
F.A.R. – 1.5
Ground coverage – 40% (12,800 Sq.m)
Built up area – 48,000 Sq.m
 exhibition building block – 22,272 Sq.m
• Administration - 1540 Sq.m
• Oceanarium - 20732 Sq.m
Semi covered exhibition area - 5930 Sq.m
 parking block - 17800
Number of person in each area
location person
1. Entrance lounge 65
2. Admin and
workers
135
3. Auditorium 120
4. Restaurant 100
5. Aquarium 1000
•Shark Exhibition
•Galleries
•Other exhibition
•Thematic
pavilions
•3d&4d theater
•Tunnel aquarium
•Other
50
80
450
30
50
200
80
100
6. Out door 700
•Dolphinarium
•Other
500
200
Area analysis for zoning
Parking area
Number of car Area (sq.m)
1. admin 45 1000
2. public 600 16800
•For open parking 18.0 sq.m per ECS.
•For ground floor covered parking 23 sq.m per ECS
•For basement 28 sq.m per ECS
Building block
name Built up
area
Covered
area
height type
Exhibition
block
22,272
sq.m
7,423
sq.m
4 floor
(16 m)
covere
d
Semi
covered
exhibit.
block
5,930
sq.m
5,930
sq.m
Ground floor
dolphinarium
semi
Parking
block
16,500
sq.m
4,125
sq.m
2 basement
2 floor
covere
d
ZONAL PLAN

66. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY 1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 2
(sq.m)
Case STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
A. SITE ANALYSIS SHANGHAI
OCEAN
AQUARIUM
GEORGIA
AQUARIUM
LISBON
OCEANARIUM
NATIONAL
OCEANARIUM, GOA
1.1 LOCATION 1388 Lujiazui Ring
Rd, Pudong,
Shanghai, China
225 Baker St NW,
Atlanta, GA
30313, United
States
Esplanada Dom
Carlos I, s/nº,
1990-005 Lisbon,
Portugal
Miramar Beach
Panaji, Goa
1.2 SITE AREA 8400 78500 45600 32,000 sq.m
1.3 F.A.R 2.3 1.5
1.4 GROUND
COVERAGE
47% 25% 15% 40%(12,800 sq.m)
1.5 BUILT UP AREA 20,000 52609 28320 48,000 sq.m
B. ADMINISTRATION
(SPACE
OCCUPANCY /
FOOTFALL)
1 OFFICE AREAS
1.1 ENTRANCE LOUNGE 35 50 37.7 1.5 sq. m./
person
110sq.m (65 person
in one time)
 ENQUIRY
 TOURIST
INFORMATION
 BOOK STALL
 PUBLIC TELE
 CIRCULATION
 TICKET
COUNTER
 TOILET
8
12
65
2
-
40
6
12
6
-
2
-
25
4.5
6
8
-
-
-
46
8
40 % of lounge
9 sq.m
10 sq.m
10 sq.m
5 sq.m
40 sq.m
30 sq.m
6 sq.m

67. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY
1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY
2
(sq.m)
Case STUDY
3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
1.2 DIRECTOR
OFFICE(INCLUDIND P.A)
30 25 28 Min.30 sq.m 30
1.3 ASST.DIRECT.OFFICE - - 15 15
1.4. SUPPORTING STAFF 150 120 180 Min.8 sq.m/workplace 120 (15 person)
1.5 ACCOUNT’S SECTION 20 25 15 20
1.6 Conference room
- - - 1.5 sq.m/person 30
1.7 ANNOUNCEMENT AND
REPORTING
15 20 12 1 OF 25 SQ. M. 10
1.8 RECORDING (CCTV)
ROOM
20 12 15 1 OF 30 SQ.M. 15
TOTAL 270 252 303 350
2. UTILITY AREAS
2.1 PANTRY/KITCHEN - - - 20
2.2 CAFETERIA - - - 30 (20 person)
2.3. LOCKERS 30 35 28 Min. 20 sq.m 30
2.4 TOILETS (MALE) 15 20 15 5 WC/1000 PERSON, 6
URINAL/1000 PERSON
12
2.5 TOILETS (FEMALE) 15 20 15 6 WC/1000 PERSON, 12
2.6 TOILETS (ATTACHED) 1.8 2 1.8 Min. 1.8 sq.m (1-w.c,1-
w.b)
3.6
2.7 STORAGE/RECORD
ROOM
20 15 18 - 20
TOTAL 82 92 78 128

68. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY
1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 2
(sq.m)
case STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
3. SERVICE AREAS
3.1 A.H.U 5% of floor
area
600 sq.m
3.2 LIFTS/ESCALATOR 3/(2000x1800) - - 2 COMMON
LIFTS AND 1
SERVICE LIFT
20 sq.m
3.3 STAIRCASE/RAMP 2/w-900
T-230
R-150
2/w-900
T-230
R-150
60 MTR.LONG RAMP
CONCETING TO MAIN
BUILDING/SLOPE 1:12
FOR WALKING
RAMP/SLOPE
1:12
120 sq.m
2 staircase
1 ramp
3.4 FIRE STAIRCASE/EXIT 2/w-1500
T-230
R-150
1(1500M WIDE) 2(1500 WIDE EACH) SHOULD PE
PRESENT AT
EVRY 30 M.
25 sq.m
2 fire staircase
3.5 CIRCULATION AREA 30% 25%-30% 308 sq.m 25%-30% AREA IS DESIRED FOR CIRCULATION
TOTAL 1073
TOTAL ADMIN. AREA 1540 sq.m
C. Oceanarium
Area
1. Services
BLOCK
1.1 Pump and filter(life
support)
2029 1209.6 1000 - 2000 Ht. of filter rooms around 4 to 7m is vital. Approx 80 –85%
area of mechanical, is desirable for pump & filter room.
1.2 Control rooms 175 50 45 - 200 Approx 5 – 8% of mechanical area ,is sufficient.
1.3 Keeper room 78 50 - - 90 Around 2.5%- 3% of mechanical area, is appropriate.
1.4 Breading lab 66 70 - - 100 Around 100m2 area is vital for the breeding or back up pools.

69. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY
1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY
2
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
1.5 Art room 40 50 35 50
1.6 Machine room 230 250 175 250 Around 8% area is appropriate.
1.7 Electrical room 231 175 150 250 Around 8% area is appropriate.
1.8 Switch room 35 30 25 40 Approx 2% of mechanical area, is sufficient.
1.9 Transformer room - - 50 Around 2.5% area is sufficient.
Total area 3064 1880.6 1430 3030
2 Other services
2.1 Toilets 62 _ 55 60 Around 60m2 area for public toilets and 20m2 area for staff toilets
is vital
2.2 Sewage Treatment
Tank
_ _ 38 25 Area for these services is provided according to the need.
2.3 Equipment Store 30 50 24.6 30
2.4 Service Area Behind
Tanks
250 357.4 150 25% OF WET
AREA(300)
Around 25% of the wet display area, is vital for service area for
each tank.
2.5 Total Service area,
Machine rooms and
Pump house
1350 1464.9 2900 50% OF THE
DISPLAY
AREA(1500)
Total area percentage for total service area – 58% – 60% to wet
display area, is vital.
Total 1692 1773 3169 1915

70. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY 1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 2
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
3. Research Area
3.1 Laboratory(medical
treatment)
121 64 128 250 Total 200m2 – 300m2 area for Research block is sufficient.
Inside this area segregation will be done accordingly.
0.8m2 area / person is desirable.
3.2 Preparation Room 60 40 40.6 60
3.3 Instrument Room 20 16 15.2 30
3.4 Technician Store 5 4.5 3 10
3.5 Feeding preparation
and storage
150
Total 306 124.5 187 500
4. Facilities
4.1. Auditorium +
Projection Room
195 204 – 200/120person 1m2 – 2m2 area / person is desirable.
4.2 Lecture Room _ 136 – 120 0.8m2 area / person is desirable.
4.3 Restaurant 400 280 200 150/100person 1m2 – 1.5m2 area / person is desirable.
4.4 Kitchen 70 82 120 50
4.5 Gift Shop 88 105 50 100 Approx 50m2 area is sufficient for Souvenir Shops
Total 753 807 370 620

71. S.NO DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY 1
(Sq.m)
CASE STUDY 2
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
5. AQUARIUM
5.1 Lobby 60 45 50 – 55 15% of the total area is desirable for the lobby area. This
includes circulation, display, seating and other facilities.
5.2 Information 15 6 4 – 12
5.3 Galleries(marine
heritage museum
879 650 700 – 800
5.4 Shark Tank 225 225 1000(CONTAINS
CORAL REEF,SEA
OTTERS,KELP
CAVE,COSTAL
REEF,ETC)
– 500 The size of the aquarium tank depends upon the type of species
and also on the No. of species.
The size of the Aquarium tank – 50%, - 250
It’s Observatory area – 25%, - 125
Service area behind the tank – 25% - 125
of the Total Display area, is desirable.
5.5 Sea Otters Tank – 54 – – 100
5.6 Back-up pools 195.5 95 250 – 200
5.7 Marine mammal
tank
406 45.5 – – 400
5.8 Costal reef 267 56 – – 350
5.9 Touch Pool/tank 40 50 35 – 50
5.10 Seaweeds (Kelp) 106 258 – – 250
5.11 Coral Reef 700 51 – – 450
5.12 Aqua Theatre 254 72 – – 250
5.13 Whale tank – – – – 500
5.14 Others 1250 1116.2 1200 – 1500
Total 5417

72. S.NO4 DESIGN
CONSIDERATION
CASE STUDY 1
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 2
(sq.m)
CASE STUDY 3
(sq.m)
STANDARDS REQUIRED
AREA(sq.m)
REMARKS
6. Thematic pavilions 220
(approx.)/pavillio
n
- 300/PAVILION 300
7. Polar pavilion 500
8. lagoon 400
9. Tunnel aquarium 120 m long
tunnel
30 m long tunnel - 3m wide
corridor
80M LONG
TUNNEL
10. 3d& 4d theatre - - - 200 (person) 300
11. Display
area(temporary
exhibits)
2000
circulation _ _ _ 5000 25%-30% CIRCULATION IS DESIRED
12. OUTDOOR AREAS
12.1 Seabird aviary 201 160 – 200
12.2 Marsh exhibits 60 – – 100
12.3 Sea turtle pool 15 6 – 75
12.4 Amphibian& reptile
display
- - - 100
12.5 Artificial lake 500
13. Aquarium alley 450
14. Alligator tanks 500
15. Dolphinarium 3500 4000 The European Association for Aquatic Mammals recommends
that a pool for five dolphins should have a surface area of 275 m²
(2960 ft²) plus an additional 75 m² (810 ft²) and have a depth of
3.5 m (11.5 ft) for at least the minimum surface area and have a
water volume of at least 1000 m³ (35300 ft³)
15.1 Dolphin pool 2000 - - 2000
15.2 Seatting area 600 750 For 500 person
15.3 Backup pool and stage 600 600
TOTAL 5930

73. Circulation
 Uni-directional + multidirectional circulation
will be provided.
 In spite of all blocks forming one unit,
options would be available for the visitors to
miss a certain sections.
 Because of the sensitivity of the marine
life to the water quality, an appropriate
building type is to be proposed so as to
keep any disturbance to the
environment minimum.
Balance Between Nature & Architecture
Site Consideration
 The building is to be integrated into the landscape.
 Maximum views are exploited towards the
surrounding natural environment.
 Since this aquarium is to be built on/in the sea,
which is a totally 'new world’, new experiences in
such environment is to be explored.
Flow Diagram According to the Linkages
MUSEUMMUSEUM
RESEARECHRESEARECH
AQUARIUMAQUARIUM
OCEANARIUMOCEANARIUM
SERVICESSERVICES
THEATRETHEATRE
ENTRANCEENTRANCE
DESIGNDESIGN
SITESITE
SERVICESSERVICES
CIRCULATIONCIRCULATION
TECHNOLOGYTECHNOLOGY
MATERIALMATERIAL
ENVIRONMENTENVIRONMENT
ASTHETICSASTHETICS
STRUCTURESTRUCTURE SPECIAL EFFECTSSPECIAL EFFECTS
CLIMATECLIMATE
NATURENATURE ARCHITECTUREARCHITECTURE
Technology & Material
 360º viewing Underwater Acrylic Tunnel
Aquarium will be provided with moving
walkways.
 Latest technology and material will be used
for the construction of 5th generation
aquariums.
 Provision special effects will make the
environment more realistic.
 Provision of touch screen electronic
machines etc will provide information
regarding the exhibits.
Services
 Aquarium exhibits will be divided into
sections according to the required services.
 Proper water management and other
supporting facilities will be designed
thoughtfully.
 Arrangement of exhibits and their respective
services will be in staggered form to create
interest.
DESIGN CRITERIA

74. CONCEPT

80. DRAWING

81. BIOGRAPHY
•www.google.com
•www.oceanario.pt
•www.gaorgiaaquarium.org
•www.underwaterworld.com
•www.seaworld.org
•www.library.thinkquest.org
•www.species.fishindex.com
•www.wikimapia.org
•www.advanced-aquariums.com
•www.seafriends.org
•www.en.wikipedia.org
•www.livingcolor.com
•www.syska.com/project/aquariums
•www.dawn.com
•www.icm-corp.com
•www.newportaquarium.com
•www.jumerahbeachhotel.com
•www.sevenseatour.com
•www.acralicaquarium.com
USEFUL WEB SITES:
BOOK REFERED:
Time Saver Standards
Architect’s Data (Ernst & Peter Neufert)
Thesis Report
Marin Eworld At Kochi By - (2008-09)
Oceanarium At Kochi By - Mohammad Nasir (2012-13)