This document provides a summary of a research paper on connecting elders to nature through biophilic architecture design in old age homes. It discusses the increasing elderly population in India and need for improved old age home facilities. It reviews literature on biophilia and biophilic design strategies that incorporate nature. Case studies of existing old age homes are analyzed for best practices. The conclusion is that biophilic design can enhance quality of life for elders by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression through connection to nature.
A complete case study on group housing project,
sustainable environment.
Housing society studied are
1) Amrapali Vananchal City, Bhilai
2) Amrapali Silicon City, Noida
3) Interlace Housing, Singapore
This project summarizes the Life Insurance Corporation housing development in Ahmedabad, India designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi in 1973. The development consists of 324 row houses arranged in duplex terraced units across 54 plots. There are three house typologies ranging from single bedroom to double bedroom units. The houses are designed to accommodate extended families and allow for flexibility over time. Shared courtyards and communal spaces encourage community and social interaction among residents.
GATED COMMUNITY ARCHITECTURE THESIS CASE STUDYGeeva Chandana
This document provides information about a proposed gated community development in Maraimalai Nagar, Chennai. Some key details include:
- The development will be located on 15.07 acres near the Trichy-Chennai highway, within 10 minutes of the Maraimalai Nagar railway station.
- It aims to provide affordable housing for 2000 people at a maximum density of 115 people per acre.
- In addition to residential buildings, the community will include commercial centers, recreational facilities, a library, gymnasium, meditation center, and other amenities.
- Sustainable design principles like energy efficiency and use of natural light/ventilation will be incorporated. The layout will also promote walking and cycling.
The Kanchanjunga Apartments, designed by Charles Correa, are a direct response to the present culture, the escalating urbanization, and the climatic conditions for the region. They pay homage to the vernacular architecture that once stood on the site before the development in a number of ways. More on Kanchanjunga Apartments after the break.
The document discusses a proposed vocational centre in Khurja, Uttar Pradesh. It includes:
1) An introduction to the need for vocational education and training in India to enhance skills.
2) Case studies of existing vocational centres like the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute in Khurja and the National Vocational Training Institute for Women in Noida.
3) Details of the proposed site for the new vocational centre in Khurja, including an analysis of the location, connectivity, climate and soil conditions.
4) The conceptual design of the new centre focusing on habitat development and improving employment opportunities through different vocational courses.
This document provides information on the site analysis and proposed design of a housing project located in Lucknow, India. It includes details on the site location, surroundings, climatic analysis, proposed layout, building typologies, regulations, amenities and facilities. A total of 46 housing units are planned across 4 building blocks. The site satisfies most development controls except for smaller offsets and green space percentage. Necessary infrastructure like parking, utilities, landscaping and common facilities are incorporated in the design.
This document provides case studies and details of three housing projects: Yamuna Housing Apartments in Delhi, Asian Games Village in Delhi, and ACC Township Waldi in Sri Lanka. For Yamuna Housing Apartments, it describes the concept of designing an "urban village" with pedestrian streets and a central square. It discusses the dwelling unit designs, built form with staggered balconies, pedestrian pathways, community spaces, landscaping, and parking layout. Merits include maintaining neighborhood and privacy while utilizing site space, and demerits note exposed security pipes.
Dakshinachitra is a 10-acre living museum in Chennai that showcases the art, architecture, crafts, and traditions of South India. It contains recreated houses and settlements from the four South Indian states - Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. Visitors can explore the different housing types and craft demonstrations, as well as cultural performances. The museum aims to authentically represent and preserve the diverse cultural heritage of South India.
A complete case study on group housing project,
sustainable environment.
Housing society studied are
1) Amrapali Vananchal City, Bhilai
2) Amrapali Silicon City, Noida
3) Interlace Housing, Singapore
This project summarizes the Life Insurance Corporation housing development in Ahmedabad, India designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi in 1973. The development consists of 324 row houses arranged in duplex terraced units across 54 plots. There are three house typologies ranging from single bedroom to double bedroom units. The houses are designed to accommodate extended families and allow for flexibility over time. Shared courtyards and communal spaces encourage community and social interaction among residents.
GATED COMMUNITY ARCHITECTURE THESIS CASE STUDYGeeva Chandana
This document provides information about a proposed gated community development in Maraimalai Nagar, Chennai. Some key details include:
- The development will be located on 15.07 acres near the Trichy-Chennai highway, within 10 minutes of the Maraimalai Nagar railway station.
- It aims to provide affordable housing for 2000 people at a maximum density of 115 people per acre.
- In addition to residential buildings, the community will include commercial centers, recreational facilities, a library, gymnasium, meditation center, and other amenities.
- Sustainable design principles like energy efficiency and use of natural light/ventilation will be incorporated. The layout will also promote walking and cycling.
The Kanchanjunga Apartments, designed by Charles Correa, are a direct response to the present culture, the escalating urbanization, and the climatic conditions for the region. They pay homage to the vernacular architecture that once stood on the site before the development in a number of ways. More on Kanchanjunga Apartments after the break.
The document discusses a proposed vocational centre in Khurja, Uttar Pradesh. It includes:
1) An introduction to the need for vocational education and training in India to enhance skills.
2) Case studies of existing vocational centres like the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute in Khurja and the National Vocational Training Institute for Women in Noida.
3) Details of the proposed site for the new vocational centre in Khurja, including an analysis of the location, connectivity, climate and soil conditions.
4) The conceptual design of the new centre focusing on habitat development and improving employment opportunities through different vocational courses.
This document provides information on the site analysis and proposed design of a housing project located in Lucknow, India. It includes details on the site location, surroundings, climatic analysis, proposed layout, building typologies, regulations, amenities and facilities. A total of 46 housing units are planned across 4 building blocks. The site satisfies most development controls except for smaller offsets and green space percentage. Necessary infrastructure like parking, utilities, landscaping and common facilities are incorporated in the design.
This document provides case studies and details of three housing projects: Yamuna Housing Apartments in Delhi, Asian Games Village in Delhi, and ACC Township Waldi in Sri Lanka. For Yamuna Housing Apartments, it describes the concept of designing an "urban village" with pedestrian streets and a central square. It discusses the dwelling unit designs, built form with staggered balconies, pedestrian pathways, community spaces, landscaping, and parking layout. Merits include maintaining neighborhood and privacy while utilizing site space, and demerits note exposed security pipes.
Dakshinachitra is a 10-acre living museum in Chennai that showcases the art, architecture, crafts, and traditions of South India. It contains recreated houses and settlements from the four South Indian states - Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. Visitors can explore the different housing types and craft demonstrations, as well as cultural performances. The museum aims to authentically represent and preserve the diverse cultural heritage of South India.
The project aims to serve underprivileged communities by providing services and seeing humanity in every individual. It focuses on Ramapir No Tekro, the largest slum in Ahmedabad with people from scheduled castes and Potter families. The multi-purpose activity center serves as an informal school, provides evening education for adults, and serves as a training center. The 1200 sqm site is located next to existing community centers. The architect designed the building using sustainable and locally sourced materials like fly ash bricks, glass and plastic bottles, recycled wood and more to provide vocational training and community services while empowering people economically.
The India Habitat Centre in New Delhi was started in 1993 and designed by architect Joseph Allen Stein. It is spread over 19 acres and contains facilities like restaurants, galleries, an auditorium, amphitheater, and atrium. The complex is built on 9 acres and has 5 main building blocks interconnected by aerial walkways housing various facilities. It has outdoor spaces like lawns and terraces that add to its landscaped surroundings.
Site analysis report on senior citizen's homesSakshi Jain
site study and site analysis report for architecture design to start the design process, requirements of proposed site details will be the 1st step to analysed
Raj Rewal designed the Sheikh Sarai housing complex in New Delhi in 1970 as his first large-scale social housing project. The 550-unit complex was structured according to regulations to provide affordable self-housing and technical standards. Rewal drew inspiration from the dense, interconnected urban fabrics and narrow shaded streets of historical cities in Rajasthan like Jaisalmer and Udaipur. The complex features clusters of buildings organized around intimate courtyards and roof terraces, with segregated pedestrian and vehicular access. Materials and construction methods were chosen to be locally sourced and affordable.
This document provides information about establishing a center for well-being based on principles of yoga, ayurveda, naturopathy, and other mind-body practices. Key elements of the proposed center include treatment units for ayurveda and naturopathy, spaces for yoga, meditation, workshops, counseling, and recreation. Case studies of existing wellness centers demonstrate principles like isolation from urban areas, separation of public and treatment spaces, and use of nature and courtyards. A proposed site on land near the Godavari River in Nashik, India is analyzed for its climate, vegetation, soil, accessibility, and development potential. Concepts for the new center emphasize simplicity, use of courtyards, and perme
Bachelor Of Architecture (2018) Thesis
‘Yuj’ is a Sanskrit word which means ‘to bind, to join, to attach, to yoke; to direct and concentrate one’s attention on, to use and apply. It also means union or communion.’
In the yogic lore, Shiva is seen as the first yogi, and the first Guru. It is a root word of ‘Yoga’ and a discipline that aims to unite the mind, body and spirit. It has a lot of physical, spiritual and psychological benefits.
Seals and fossil remains of Indus Saraswati valley civilization with Yogic motives and figures performing Yoga Sadhana suggest the presence of Yoga in ancient India. Though Yoga was being practiced in the pre-Vedic period, the great Sage Maharshi Patanjali systematized and codified the then existing practices of Yoga, its meaning and its related knowledge through his Yoga Sutras: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi. The Classical period can be mainly dedicated to two great religious teachers of India – Mahavir and Buddha. The concept of Five great vows – Pancha mahavrata- by Mahavir and Ashta Magga or eightfold path by Buddha - can be well considered as early nature of Yoga sadhana. According to modern scientists, everything in the universe is just a manifestation of the same quantum firmament.
Yoga works on the level of one’s body, mind, emotion and energy. This has given rise to four broad classifications of Yoga: karma yoga, where we utilize the body; bhakti yoga, where we utilize the emotions; gyana yoga, where we utilize the mind and intelect; and kriya yoga, where we utilize the energy.
Yoga allows you to find an inner peace that is not ruffled and riled by the endless stresses and struggles of life. The people with possibly stabled mind will enhance their mental and physical power to work in their profession more effectively.
Raj Yoga-
God is the subtle point of light refered as ‘Supreme Soul’
Every action performed by a soul will create a return accordingly, hence maintaining their ‘karmic account’ …Meditation purifies thinking patterns and eventually actions!!
Study of ‘murli’ is the medium to connect GOD.
Vipassana-
To see things as they really are… process of self-purification by self-observation.
A universal remedy for universal ills, an Art of Living!!!
Monism that god was in everything and everyone… ...to overcome repression, lower there personal inhibitions, develop a state of emptiness and attain enlightenment!!
Wear traditional orange dress including a beaded necklace.
Sudarshan Kriya-
Science and spirituality are linked.
NGO that focuses on the upliftment of human values such as love, compassion, enthusiasm and inner growth. A range of mental and physical benefits are reported in the medical studies
buildings rated by GRIHA and LEED, sustainable buildings around the wold, gre...DhvaniR2
nearly 10 building of India which are rated for green buildings in India by GRIHA and LEED India,
there is 10-10 buildings which are rated by GRIHA and LEED
there is detailed information of each buildings
inforamtion are in form of:
location,
master plans,
sustainavle factors,
unit plans, sections
construction diagrams
sustainable and green factors diagram which effect the building as a elements
Center of environmental science & engineering building IIT, Kanpur
Indian institute of management, Kozhikode
VVIP Circuit house, Pune
IIT, Kanpur
Titan new corporation building, Bangalore
Indira paryavaran bhavan
Teri building, Bangalore
this all are griha rated buildings
Infinity benchmark, Kolkata
CII, Hyderabad
DPR construction phoenix regional office, Arizona
Infosys limited, Mysore
this are the buildings of leed
The document describes a public housing development called CIDCO Housing in Belapur, Navi Mumbai built between 1985-1996. It consisted of over 1000 apartment units ranging in size from 20-100 square meters organized into clusters. The development aimed to create public, semi-public, and private spaces through its site planning and layout. It featured amenities like schools, shops, and open courtyards but lacked some facilities like markets, hospitals, and parking. Both positive and negative feedback is provided from current and past residents regarding aspects like leakage issues, security concerns, and lack of nearby amenities.
The India Habitat Centre is located on Lodhi Road in New Delhi. It was designed by architect Joseph Allen Stein and covers an area of 9 acres. It is a cultural center that hosts various events like plays, concerts, exhibitions and conferences. The complex contains galleries, restaurants, an auditorium and landscaped outdoor spaces. It was designed to segregate pedestrian and vehicular movement with level changes and connected buildings to create courtyards throughout.
Case study hastha shilpa heritage villagemichellesahay
The document discusses the Manipal Heritage Village project which aims to restore and conserve centuries-old architectural structures from across Karnataka. Over the last decade, the project has relocated 26 structures representing different architectural styles and craftsmanship. The village showcases the influence of culture, rulers, socio-economic status and religious practices on building design. It vividly recreates past villages and is located near Manipal lake, covering 6 acres.
The document provides details about three case studies of office buildings:
1) Triodos Bank in the Netherlands designed around sustainable and circular principles with hybrid wood construction, energy neutral design, and integration with nature.
2) Akshaya Shanti office in Chennai, India with cantilevered volumes creating sculptural forms and terraces on each floor for outdoor spaces to address the hot climate.
3) No information is provided about the third case study. The document focuses on describing the site, design concepts, plans, and innovative features of the first two case studies.
Housing case study(KAFCO housing,Aranya lowcost housing, TARA housing)Sumaiya Islam
The document discusses the Aranya housing project in Indore, India designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi. The project aimed to provide affordable housing for 6,500 low-income families on a 86 hectare site. Doshi's master plan created 6 sectors with distributed open spaces, mixed land uses, and pedestrian and vehicular segregation. The plan oriented buildings for optimal climate response. Housing units started as core structures that residents could incrementally expand based on need. The design focused on community interaction through shared spaces while allowing privacy.
Vivek Kumar Rai is proposing a design for a Cultural Heritage and Interpretation Centre in Varanasi, India. The centre would help preserve Varanasi's rich cultural heritage and promote understanding of the city's history and mythology among visitors and locals. It would be located near the historic site of Sarnath, which receives many tourists annually and would house administrative offices, cultural spaces like an auditorium and prayer halls, interpretation areas like exhibitions and a library, and other amenities. Rai will analyze the site conditions and context, research requirements and case studies, and develop a conceptual design that considers the urban landscape and its surroundings.
The document summarizes a master plan for a new township development near Indore, India with the following key points:
- The plan was developed for a 220 acre site intended to house an initial population of 40,000 people. The master plan divided the site into sectors with a central commercial and institutional spine and mixed land uses.
- Housing was provided for a range of income groups, with lower income housing located centrally and higher income housing along perimeter roads. Basic infrastructure like roads, water, sewage was provided to each housing plot.
- The envisioned built form took cues from traditional local architecture, with low-rise, high density development and continuity of built edges to encourage community interaction while providing privacy
Group housing accommodates groups rather than individual units, making it both public and private. It is a common form of mass housing worldwide. This document discusses different types of group housing like cluster housing and row housing. It provides details on various government schemes for group housing in India. It also outlines building bye-laws, standards, and the National Building Code provisions for elements like minimum plot size, maximum height, open spaces, parking etc. for group housing projects.
The Aranya low-cost housing project in Indore, India provides homes for over 6,500 low-income families across 85 hectares. It is organized into six neighborhoods, each with schools, medical centers, shops, and residences. The development features incremental housing that allows residents to expand their homes over time. It incorporates climate-responsive design such as north-south orientation, shared walls for shading, and cross ventilation.
Family Adoption Program and Family Survey Basics By Dr. Anuj SinghDr. Anuj Singh
The document discusses methods for assessing dietary intake such as the diet balance sheet method, inventory method, weighment method, and 24 hour recall method. It also explains the process, merits, and demerits of each method. The inventory and weighment methods are described in more detail, including how to conduct the weighment method over multiple days to get accurate intake measurements.
This document outlines a community service project done by a group of students for an Old Folks Home in Kajang, Malaysia. The group analyzed issues facing the home such as lack of facilities, mosquito problems, and an uninviting exterior. To address these, the group proposed solutions like installing mosquito nets, building benches and creating artwork from recycled materials, refurbishing furniture, and doing landscaping. The objectives of the project were to help the community, increase environmental awareness, and allow the students to gain experience in sustainability projects. Through carrying out activities at the home, the students were able to apply their learning around environmental and social sustainability.
The project aims to serve underprivileged communities by providing services and seeing humanity in every individual. It focuses on Ramapir No Tekro, the largest slum in Ahmedabad with people from scheduled castes and Potter families. The multi-purpose activity center serves as an informal school, provides evening education for adults, and serves as a training center. The 1200 sqm site is located next to existing community centers. The architect designed the building using sustainable and locally sourced materials like fly ash bricks, glass and plastic bottles, recycled wood and more to provide vocational training and community services while empowering people economically.
The India Habitat Centre in New Delhi was started in 1993 and designed by architect Joseph Allen Stein. It is spread over 19 acres and contains facilities like restaurants, galleries, an auditorium, amphitheater, and atrium. The complex is built on 9 acres and has 5 main building blocks interconnected by aerial walkways housing various facilities. It has outdoor spaces like lawns and terraces that add to its landscaped surroundings.
Site analysis report on senior citizen's homesSakshi Jain
site study and site analysis report for architecture design to start the design process, requirements of proposed site details will be the 1st step to analysed
Raj Rewal designed the Sheikh Sarai housing complex in New Delhi in 1970 as his first large-scale social housing project. The 550-unit complex was structured according to regulations to provide affordable self-housing and technical standards. Rewal drew inspiration from the dense, interconnected urban fabrics and narrow shaded streets of historical cities in Rajasthan like Jaisalmer and Udaipur. The complex features clusters of buildings organized around intimate courtyards and roof terraces, with segregated pedestrian and vehicular access. Materials and construction methods were chosen to be locally sourced and affordable.
This document provides information about establishing a center for well-being based on principles of yoga, ayurveda, naturopathy, and other mind-body practices. Key elements of the proposed center include treatment units for ayurveda and naturopathy, spaces for yoga, meditation, workshops, counseling, and recreation. Case studies of existing wellness centers demonstrate principles like isolation from urban areas, separation of public and treatment spaces, and use of nature and courtyards. A proposed site on land near the Godavari River in Nashik, India is analyzed for its climate, vegetation, soil, accessibility, and development potential. Concepts for the new center emphasize simplicity, use of courtyards, and perme
Bachelor Of Architecture (2018) Thesis
‘Yuj’ is a Sanskrit word which means ‘to bind, to join, to attach, to yoke; to direct and concentrate one’s attention on, to use and apply. It also means union or communion.’
In the yogic lore, Shiva is seen as the first yogi, and the first Guru. It is a root word of ‘Yoga’ and a discipline that aims to unite the mind, body and spirit. It has a lot of physical, spiritual and psychological benefits.
Seals and fossil remains of Indus Saraswati valley civilization with Yogic motives and figures performing Yoga Sadhana suggest the presence of Yoga in ancient India. Though Yoga was being practiced in the pre-Vedic period, the great Sage Maharshi Patanjali systematized and codified the then existing practices of Yoga, its meaning and its related knowledge through his Yoga Sutras: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi. The Classical period can be mainly dedicated to two great religious teachers of India – Mahavir and Buddha. The concept of Five great vows – Pancha mahavrata- by Mahavir and Ashta Magga or eightfold path by Buddha - can be well considered as early nature of Yoga sadhana. According to modern scientists, everything in the universe is just a manifestation of the same quantum firmament.
Yoga works on the level of one’s body, mind, emotion and energy. This has given rise to four broad classifications of Yoga: karma yoga, where we utilize the body; bhakti yoga, where we utilize the emotions; gyana yoga, where we utilize the mind and intelect; and kriya yoga, where we utilize the energy.
Yoga allows you to find an inner peace that is not ruffled and riled by the endless stresses and struggles of life. The people with possibly stabled mind will enhance their mental and physical power to work in their profession more effectively.
Raj Yoga-
God is the subtle point of light refered as ‘Supreme Soul’
Every action performed by a soul will create a return accordingly, hence maintaining their ‘karmic account’ …Meditation purifies thinking patterns and eventually actions!!
Study of ‘murli’ is the medium to connect GOD.
Vipassana-
To see things as they really are… process of self-purification by self-observation.
A universal remedy for universal ills, an Art of Living!!!
Monism that god was in everything and everyone… ...to overcome repression, lower there personal inhibitions, develop a state of emptiness and attain enlightenment!!
Wear traditional orange dress including a beaded necklace.
Sudarshan Kriya-
Science and spirituality are linked.
NGO that focuses on the upliftment of human values such as love, compassion, enthusiasm and inner growth. A range of mental and physical benefits are reported in the medical studies
buildings rated by GRIHA and LEED, sustainable buildings around the wold, gre...DhvaniR2
nearly 10 building of India which are rated for green buildings in India by GRIHA and LEED India,
there is 10-10 buildings which are rated by GRIHA and LEED
there is detailed information of each buildings
inforamtion are in form of:
location,
master plans,
sustainavle factors,
unit plans, sections
construction diagrams
sustainable and green factors diagram which effect the building as a elements
Center of environmental science & engineering building IIT, Kanpur
Indian institute of management, Kozhikode
VVIP Circuit house, Pune
IIT, Kanpur
Titan new corporation building, Bangalore
Indira paryavaran bhavan
Teri building, Bangalore
this all are griha rated buildings
Infinity benchmark, Kolkata
CII, Hyderabad
DPR construction phoenix regional office, Arizona
Infosys limited, Mysore
this are the buildings of leed
The document describes a public housing development called CIDCO Housing in Belapur, Navi Mumbai built between 1985-1996. It consisted of over 1000 apartment units ranging in size from 20-100 square meters organized into clusters. The development aimed to create public, semi-public, and private spaces through its site planning and layout. It featured amenities like schools, shops, and open courtyards but lacked some facilities like markets, hospitals, and parking. Both positive and negative feedback is provided from current and past residents regarding aspects like leakage issues, security concerns, and lack of nearby amenities.
The India Habitat Centre is located on Lodhi Road in New Delhi. It was designed by architect Joseph Allen Stein and covers an area of 9 acres. It is a cultural center that hosts various events like plays, concerts, exhibitions and conferences. The complex contains galleries, restaurants, an auditorium and landscaped outdoor spaces. It was designed to segregate pedestrian and vehicular movement with level changes and connected buildings to create courtyards throughout.
Case study hastha shilpa heritage villagemichellesahay
The document discusses the Manipal Heritage Village project which aims to restore and conserve centuries-old architectural structures from across Karnataka. Over the last decade, the project has relocated 26 structures representing different architectural styles and craftsmanship. The village showcases the influence of culture, rulers, socio-economic status and religious practices on building design. It vividly recreates past villages and is located near Manipal lake, covering 6 acres.
The document provides details about three case studies of office buildings:
1) Triodos Bank in the Netherlands designed around sustainable and circular principles with hybrid wood construction, energy neutral design, and integration with nature.
2) Akshaya Shanti office in Chennai, India with cantilevered volumes creating sculptural forms and terraces on each floor for outdoor spaces to address the hot climate.
3) No information is provided about the third case study. The document focuses on describing the site, design concepts, plans, and innovative features of the first two case studies.
Housing case study(KAFCO housing,Aranya lowcost housing, TARA housing)Sumaiya Islam
The document discusses the Aranya housing project in Indore, India designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi. The project aimed to provide affordable housing for 6,500 low-income families on a 86 hectare site. Doshi's master plan created 6 sectors with distributed open spaces, mixed land uses, and pedestrian and vehicular segregation. The plan oriented buildings for optimal climate response. Housing units started as core structures that residents could incrementally expand based on need. The design focused on community interaction through shared spaces while allowing privacy.
Vivek Kumar Rai is proposing a design for a Cultural Heritage and Interpretation Centre in Varanasi, India. The centre would help preserve Varanasi's rich cultural heritage and promote understanding of the city's history and mythology among visitors and locals. It would be located near the historic site of Sarnath, which receives many tourists annually and would house administrative offices, cultural spaces like an auditorium and prayer halls, interpretation areas like exhibitions and a library, and other amenities. Rai will analyze the site conditions and context, research requirements and case studies, and develop a conceptual design that considers the urban landscape and its surroundings.
The document summarizes a master plan for a new township development near Indore, India with the following key points:
- The plan was developed for a 220 acre site intended to house an initial population of 40,000 people. The master plan divided the site into sectors with a central commercial and institutional spine and mixed land uses.
- Housing was provided for a range of income groups, with lower income housing located centrally and higher income housing along perimeter roads. Basic infrastructure like roads, water, sewage was provided to each housing plot.
- The envisioned built form took cues from traditional local architecture, with low-rise, high density development and continuity of built edges to encourage community interaction while providing privacy
Group housing accommodates groups rather than individual units, making it both public and private. It is a common form of mass housing worldwide. This document discusses different types of group housing like cluster housing and row housing. It provides details on various government schemes for group housing in India. It also outlines building bye-laws, standards, and the National Building Code provisions for elements like minimum plot size, maximum height, open spaces, parking etc. for group housing projects.
The Aranya low-cost housing project in Indore, India provides homes for over 6,500 low-income families across 85 hectares. It is organized into six neighborhoods, each with schools, medical centers, shops, and residences. The development features incremental housing that allows residents to expand their homes over time. It incorporates climate-responsive design such as north-south orientation, shared walls for shading, and cross ventilation.
Family Adoption Program and Family Survey Basics By Dr. Anuj SinghDr. Anuj Singh
The document discusses methods for assessing dietary intake such as the diet balance sheet method, inventory method, weighment method, and 24 hour recall method. It also explains the process, merits, and demerits of each method. The inventory and weighment methods are described in more detail, including how to conduct the weighment method over multiple days to get accurate intake measurements.
This document outlines a community service project done by a group of students for an Old Folks Home in Kajang, Malaysia. The group analyzed issues facing the home such as lack of facilities, mosquito problems, and an uninviting exterior. To address these, the group proposed solutions like installing mosquito nets, building benches and creating artwork from recycled materials, refurbishing furniture, and doing landscaping. The objectives of the project were to help the community, increase environmental awareness, and allow the students to gain experience in sustainability projects. Through carrying out activities at the home, the students were able to apply their learning around environmental and social sustainability.
This document provides information about the Bulendi Anti-Toxic Living Village project being developed by BDK Group. It discusses the vision and mission for creating an eco-village community with environmentally friendly housing, agricultural areas, healthcare facilities, recreational activities, and social programming. The project aims to develop a sustainable lifestyle and holistic system in a clean environment within the Kaz Mountains, which have high oxygen levels and natural beauty.
This document outlines plans for a senior living and medical facility called Nirvaan in India. [1] India has a large and growing elderly population but inadequate support systems. [2] The facility aims to provide a caring environment with nature, accommodations, medical care and online health monitoring for middle-class seniors. [3] It will be developed on 3 acres of land near a river using a modular approach over 3 years with an experienced team. The $650,000 project seeks investors for the cause of supporting seniors.
From House to Home; Building for a Dignified Living. Martin Scherfler
The Auroville Green Practices Summer School program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in human unity & sustainable living as a platform for the learning and personal growth of students from around the world.
This publication documents the three-week Auroville Green Practices Summer School 2013 ‘Building for a Dignified Living’. The publication was prepared in a collaborative way by participating students and facilitators. Those were: Aakash Divanji, Aashman Goghari, Aishwarya Das, Carlotta Dabove, Chaitanya Krishna Kumar, Chirag Batra, Jasmitha Arvind, Karishma Asarpota, Manu Gopalan, Martin Scherfler, Nicole Soellinger, Parinitha Vishweshwar, Pragna Prasad, Pranav DM, Pranay Golecha, Priscilla Joseph, Richa Raut, Richard Kleinjans, Sarmistha Saha, Shefali Mendon, Siddharth Chourasiya, Somya Gupta, Stefanie B. Overbeck, Sushruthi Krishna, Tania Poggi, Tapas Upadhyay.
This publication documents the endeavor of the Auroville Green Practices (AGP) Summer School 2013, to find solutions for today’s fragmented educational systems. Higher education today is exclusively a skill & competencies oriented learning program. It produces, at its best, a recruitable work force for a market that operates on the premise that more consumption creates a better quality of life. What our current educational paradigm fundamentally produces is a perpetuation and acceleration of unsustainable development and inequality due to a fragmented educational system. Conventional educational paradigms do not address the entire human being and its place in the cosmos. It lacks the freedom an individual needs for inner growth and fails to cultivate principles of social
and environmental justice and dignity for all.
The document summarizes a community service project done by a group of students for an Old Folks Home called Rumah Caring Kajang. The group identified several needs of the home such as a lack of mosquito netting, benches, and landscaping. To address these needs, the students installed mosquito netting using recycled wood, built a bench out of recycled wood pallets and tires, and did landscaping and mural artwork in the front yard. The objectives of the project were to help beautify the home environment, provide seating areas, and reduce mosquitos. Sponsorship was obtained from local companies and the project helped improve the living conditions and environment for the senior citizens.
Report community project at agathians shelterMasoud Rmdn
The document summarizes a student project to help the Agathian Shelter, a home for homeless boys in Malaysia. The students identified several issues at the shelter, including an uncomfortable playground with no shade, lack of storage, and a broken shoe rack. Their proposed solutions were to install a green roof over the playground using butterfly pea plants. This would provide shelter from the sun, beautify the area with colorful flowers, and have additional uses like dyeing rice. The students outlined the materials, steps and process for installing a wire mesh structure to support the plants. Their goal was to create a more comfortable environment for the children at the shelter.
Orphange cum Old Age Home thesis_report- Akansha Gupta.pdfshubhamkumar636505
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1. SEMINAR RESEARCH PAPER
“CONNECTING ELDERS TO NATURE”
A SPACE FOR ELDERLY
MUSKAN AGRAWAL
ENROLLMENT NO.- 35259301618
SANDEEP SHARMA
ENROLLMENT NO.-06759301618
FOURTH YEAR
SECTION C, 2018-2023
2. INTRODUCTION
Elderly are an integral part of a population of any country who owe respect and attention equally
like any other section. However, due to changing family structure and modernization, elderly
population is facing inevitable challenges to live their life respectfully. Loneliness, negligence and
less importance, illness due to ageing and against lack of treatment are the most of the
treacherous conditions which elderly are facing.
Ageing in India is exponentially increasing due to the impressive gains that society has made in
terms of increased life expectancy. With the rise in elderly population, the demand for old age
homes tends to grow. In India about 10.1% of the population is above 60 years. There are over
8 crore elderly people. Delhi has estimated total population of over 3 crore according to 2021
census report and 3.8% (12 lakhs) of the total Delhi population consists of older persons (60+).
The concept behind old age homes is to provide good living environments to the old people,
creating a friendly and family like atmosphere where they can share their joys, sorrows and live
happily to make the space more comfortable for the users. Old age homes give them the sense
of ownership of their own house but at the same time caters to their various need. These homes
provide the elderly with the privacy and independence where they can interact with people of
their age group and stay busy with various activities that helps to cope up with the problems they
face.
As an architect, we believe this is our responsibility to enhance the quality of life in old age
homes.
AIM
To augment the quality of life in old age homes using biophilic architecture techniques in Delhi
region.
OBJECTIVES
• To study about the biophilia and biophilic architecture.
• To study the framework of old age homes in Delhi.
• To understand the problems related to spatial organization for the elderly people as
users and design approaches according to their needs.
• What are the design strategies to enhance the quality of life using biophilic architecture?
METHODOLOGY
3. NEED OF THE STUDY
This study will provide new perspective to design an ideal space as well as increase the quality
of life in old age home through the influence of biophilic design approaches.
SCOPE AND LIMITATION
• To develop connection between built environment and users.
• To develop a design that is capable for expansion in future.
• To integrate the indoor and outdoor spaces considering the functional aspects.
• To use the biophilic techniques, creating good and healthy environment.
• Study only deals with Delhi region.
• Information about the climate and social aspects are not considered.
LITERATURE STUDY
BACKGROUND STUDY
The Distribution of Old Age Homes in India-
There are 728 Old Age Homes in India, out of which-
1. 50% (547) are in working condition.
2. Out of these, 30% (325) homes are free of cost.
3. While 9% (95) old age homes are on pay & stay
basis and
4. 11% (116) homes have both free as well as pay &
stay facilities.
Delhi is divided into 5 different regions with a total of 48 old
age homes.
Senior citizens constitute over 3.8% of Delhi’s population of
more than 3 crore. There are only two government-run
old age homes in the capital in Bindapur and Lampur
areas.
1. OLD AGE HOME AT BINDAPUR: Old Age Home
which was situated at Tilak Vihar, was now shifted to
Bindapur is being run departmentally by the
Department of Social Welfare. Total capacity of the
Home is 50 persons. There are 11 employees working
in the Home under the control of Superintendent.
2. OLD AGE HOME AT LAMPUR: Old Age Home at Lampur has been established in a
government building. At present, there are 25 inmates only. There are 09 employees working
in the Home, which includes part-time Doctor, Nurse and Programme Manager. The Home is
being run by the Government in collaboration with NGO namely, Delhi Brotherhood Society.
4. WHY OLD AGE HOMES ARE REQUIRED?
For the elderly and senior people this is very important issue because you need utmost medical
care and look after when you grow old whether you are in India or anywhere in the world.
There are the reasons for looking for an old age homes in India such as migration or location of
children due to their work / lack of time in youngsters / neglect family problems etc. The concept
of the old age home has become quite familiar today but, often for the wrong reasons.
BIOPHILIA?
• Biophilia is defined as the innate human instinct to connect with nature and other living beings.
• The term is derived from the Greek words for “life” and “love or affection” making its literal
translation “love of life.”
• This concept is foundational to biophilic design, which utilizes natural materials, patterns, and
phenomena to maintain a connection to nature within the built environment.
• Biophilia is more than just a philosophy—biophilic design has been found to support cognitive
function, physical health, and psychological well-being.
Under the canopy of biophilic design, there are three categories:
1. Nature in the Space
The direct presence of nature in a space in the form of plants,
animals, water, breeze, scents, light, shadows, and other natural
elements.
2. Natural Analogues
The representational presence of natural materials, patterns,
objects, colors, and shapes incorporated into building design,
facade ornamentation, decor, and furniture.
3. Nature of the Space
The incorporation of spatial elements commonly found in nature
such as expansive views, places of sensory refuge (such as a
quiet and dark room that simulates a cave), and a mild sense of
risk (like stepping stones over a shallow pond).
BIOPHILIC HYPOTHESIS
• Biophilic Design can be said to be an ecological design form that minimizes environmental
impacts by integrating the built environment with living processes or the natural process of
the ecology.
• The Biophilia Hypothesis suggests that humans have an instinctive bond with nature and
that people tend to show a positive response when they experience a connection with
nature (Biophilic design is the design of spaces in a manner that promotes and encourages
the interaction of humans with nature and natural systems).
• Biophilic Design not only helps improve human health i.e., helps in curing both
psychological and physiological health.
• Biophilic design also helps in providing a sustainable environment.
5. CASE STUDY
1.SMILE SENIOR CITIZEN LIVING, HYDERABAD
SMILES An old age home in Hyderabad which is a very young organization housing modern
amenities and age-old yoga and meditation for the aged who rightly deserve to live the rest of
their lives in happiness and pride.
The old age homes in Hyderabad are a boon for the parents who want to be independent and
want to spend their silver years peacefully. SMILES acts as a home for 55 years and above
who desire to live in The calm, serene and pollution-free atmosphere of SMILES provides a
lively environment. The residents can live a happy and blessed life with confidence and
independence.
ABOUT/INFO.
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana,501401
Architects: AA associates, Project year- 2012
Site area: 2634 sqm, Ground coverage: 1200 sqm.
Total floors: G+2, Total built up area: 3600 sqm.
CONCEPT
“Home away from home” means an active
life with necessary facilities and a positive
approach. Celebrate a life from duties and
responsibilities. We hope to remove fear
and worries from the minds of children who
live thousands of miles away from their
parents by providing a secure and caring
environment for their elderly progenitors.
Smiles - of all the old age homes in Hyderabad boasts of vast premises, a meditation hall, an
amphitheatre, rooms with tv telephone, WIFI connectivity to chat with their loved ones and be
in touch with everyday happenings etc. It intends to depict a feeling of warmth, comfort and
trust. It plans to instigate a feeling of hope into the lives of elderly. Eradicate insecurity and
loneliness from your life through a new concept of living.
INFERENCES
Smiles, senior citizen living located in jayadarsini township medchal 37km away from the city
is the major drawback for the residents. It becomes difficult for the users to access and connect
to the world as they feel isolated. Only single staircase is provided so it might not be sufficient
in case of emergency.
It has a positive and welcoming environment. Central courtyard creates a pleasing environment
and helps the residents to exchange talks with each other. The stage and amphitheatre are
heart of the house where all cultural and social activities take place with a tree in the centre
spreading energy. A central courtyard on one side helps the residents to connect to nature and
brings positivity in their daily life. As corridor are single loaded so that there is no problem with
the light and ventilation hence minimum use of artificial lighting.
Site plan
Ground floor plan
6. 2. MANTRI’S PRIMUS EDEN, LUXURIOUS SENIOR LIVING
Primus Eden is located 30.2km from the city. In the midst of serene surroundings.
Surroundings: The site is located in a village and surrounded by farm lands and small houses.
The main entrance is on the main road facing towards east. Drawback of the location is that
the site is very far from the city and is situated near the National Highway.
Primus Eden is a whole new living option which
enhances every day with a 360-degree view of
senior living providing for comfort, care, safety,
and enrichment of its residents in a resort style
environment where everything is literally the
touch of a button away.
ABOUT/INFO
Architects: Adarsh Narahari, Mantri Developers
Location: Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
Area: 4.5 Acres, Project Year: 2014
Ground coverage: 2185 sqm.
Concept
A luxurious senior living project, promises to be a haven for seniors in their retired life ensuring
their physical and mental well-being.
A resort style facility in the midst of serene surroundings, in the company of like-minded people
and without the worries of mundane chores like cleaning the house, cooking, laundry etc.
Inferences
The beautifully planned garden is full of shrubs, tropical fruit
trees along with pathways, terracotta tiles, stone benches,
street lights and a garden bridge. The lotus ponds enhance
the pleasing nature. The gazebo adds to the look of a village.
A lot of monkeys also reside in the garden.
It is one of the most peaceful and positive areas of the
retirement home and as aged people prefer spending a lot of time praying it acts like a mode
of comfort to them.
The medication center is surrounded by a waterbody and lotus plants all around. The
meditation center was well designed to provide natural lighting and ventilation.
To create the reflexology foot path, soft and smooth river rocks (or cobblestone) are placed in
the path to stimulate acupressure points on the soles of the foot to create health and well-
being.
In house events team selects and organizes experience daily, handpicked from over 42 unique
activities games, hobby workshop, language classes, laughter therapy and more. So, one
wakes up looking forward to learning something new every day.
Site plan
7. Approaches and patterns affecting the performance of the design of a space
• The variability of natural elements or visual connection with nature has a considerable
impact in promoting the creativity of designers.
• The presence of water is a condition that increases the space experience through seeing,
hearing and touching the water.
• Light is one of the architectural principles in providing visual comfort in space.
Attributes of various Biophilic elements-
ENERGY EFFECTIVENESS ON BIOPHILIC ARCHITECTURE
• Functional essential spaces- The optimal
temperature for these zones in residential spaces
for example is between18-21ºC.
• Functional auxiliary spaces- The optimal
temperature for this zone is between 20-23ºC.This
zone includes service spaces.
• Intermediary spaces-The optimal temperature for
this zone is less than 16ºC for buildings from cold
and temperate climate in winter season, and 28ºC
for buildings from hot climate in summer season.
DESIGN STRATEGIES
Through literature and case studies we identified certain design strategies that could be
implemented while designing old age home.
Spatial organisation:
• Simple circulation layout instead of complex ones.
• Courtyard style arrangement of rooms, preferable as it is a simple layout and the courtyard
offers a co-mingling space to the elderly.
Hierarchy of functional spaces
8. Sensory experience
Light-
•Use of natural light for illumination.
•Natural light also helps regulate human circadian rhythms, which are important to our health
and mood, and regulate hormones. Improved sleep patterns have also been linked to
exposure to natural light.
Colour-
•Colour is another important sensory stimulation as it has both an emotional and physical
impact on humans.
•With age the ability to distinguish colour decreases with blue to yellow spectrum being affected
the most.
•Warm colours are recommended to be used in the interior and furnishing because it makes it
easier to distinguish between them.
•Cool colours, pastels, grey shades should be avoided, as they are harder to distinguish and
might cause agitation due to that.
•Creating high contrast between different colour elements within design is the best way to
enhance seniors’ ability to accommodate for their vision loss.
Material selection
•For interior works and furnishing over stimulating patterns should be avoided as they tend to
cause agitation among the elderly.
•More finer materials like wood, concrete, plaster, bricks, marble etc can be used.
Natural Environment & Landscape
•If not directly experiencing the nature, viewing the beautiful landscape helps in reducing
stress, anxiety and depression in elderly.
•To promote active use of gardens various structures activities like gardening can be done in
order to engage the elderly in something productive. Gardening help in making the person
physically and mentally strong also known as horticulture therapy.
•Gardening can give a sense of community and encourage social interaction, which helps fight
feelings of isolation, and depression, which is often felt by seniors as they age.
CONCLUSION
After study it was found that the built environment—both from theoretical and user-centered
perspectives—can contribute to a sense of home in home for elderly. The study introduced a
novel and reliable overview that evaluates the impact of spatial organisation and design in
creating a sense of home. Ageing is something that is inevitable. With age comes various
problems such as dementia, anxiety, depression etc. One design approach through which we
can increase the quality of life at old age homes is Biophilia, i.e connection with nature.