The document describes a design concept for a teen center comprised of individually designed 40-foot containers that can be arranged in various configurations. The center includes five units - an administration unit, a social unit called "Chill Out", a gym unit called "Work Out", an art studio unit called "Sketch Out", and an art exhibition unit called "Show Out". Each unit is designed to fit into a shipping container and various features are proposed to make the spaces adaptable for different uses. The goal is to provide teens with a portable, low-maintenance space for activities, socialization, art, and fitness.

1. Portfolio - Interior Design
Sana mahfooz

2. Vintage
Restaurant Design

3. The concept was derived from wine. When wine is created from grapes, it
is a complete transformation. The same wine, once it has aged, becomes
richer and now transforms into something even more precious.
Plan - Ground Floor
Plan - First Floor Section B
Section A
B A
B A
B A
B A
C
D
C
D
C
D
C
D

4. The ground floor and outside area was inspired by red wine, and so had
hues from red to violet. It was full of energy due to the colored lights, and
overall ambience.
In contrast, the first floor was inspired by white wine, and had tints from
white to gold. The ambience here was more relaxed and romantic.
Section C - Day Rendering
Section C - Night Rendering
Section D - Day Rendering
Section D - Night Rendering

5. Perforation
Office Design - Lace Manufacturer

6. Perspective View - Reception
Inspiration was derived from the delicate perforations of lace that form
such breathtaking patterns.
Aluminium composite panels were perforated in a lacy pattern to effect an
inspirational mood in the public areas of the office.
Perspective View - Waiting Area

7. Detail - Reception Desk
The walls and ceiling panel of the meeting room were created with the
perforated panels and had the central placement in the space.
A dry landscaping area was located between the two executive offices, as
well as in the reception area.
Detail - Desk Design
Section A
Section B

8. Conception
Retail Design

9. Perspective View - Bench in
Multimedia Area
The concept was that of Ephemeral to Concrete: an idea from someone’s
imagination becoming a concrete reality.
My design was derived from the IVS Logo, which is the one symbol that
stands for both the School and the Alumni Association.
Perspective View - Towards
Entrance
Perspective View - Towards
Multimedia Area
Perspective View - Entrance Perspective View - Central Display
& Counter
Perspective View - IVS Logo &
Multimedia Area

10. The program was divided in two parts, as was the plan, into Permanent
Display, to be changed every 6 months, and Temporary Display, to be
changed every 2 months.
Plan
Reflected Ceiling
Plan

11. All artwork and design that could not be displayed on panels, wall shelves
and pedestals would be projected on the screens.
The space would also advertise Indus Valley as a school and the projects
undertaken by the Alumni Association.
Longitudinal Section A
Longitudinal Section B
Transverse
Section A
Transverse
Section B

12. Reach Out
Teen Initiative

13. Teens need a place where they can mingle, study, learn, create, and work
through their problems. They need a small scale, portable and
prototypical space that is adaptable to various methods of use. My thesis
focuses on creating such a space. The Teen Center is comprised of
individually designed 40’ containers that can be put together in various
combination depending on the restrictions of the site.
Permutation 1- Exterior Perspectives

14. Teens need a space where they can involve themselves in constructive
activities as a way to work trough their problems and as an outlet for
excess energy, an opportunity for socialization and creating a sense of
community.
Permutation 2- Exterior Perspectives

15. A wasted resource in Karachi, where the project is based, are parks. They
are spaces designated for the community, but as they are not maintained,
they are mostly left unused. My strategy for situating a social project in a
park revolved around the criteria: mobile, cost effective & low
maintenance. My program consisted of three main areas: Art, Social, and
Fitness, with an Admininistrative unit.
Permutation 3- Exterior Perspectives

16. My concept was Metamorphosis: a change that happens within, as time
passes, that starts to reflect without, bit by bit, until the outside realises all
the hopes and dreams that were within.
Solar power has been used for energy for the center. Each container has its
own system of solar panels and batteries.
Concept Collage

17. Reach Out - Perspective Views
The first unit is the Administration unit, which is divided into three
sections: administrator’s office, counselling office, and a meeting room cum
break area.

18. Reach Out- Axonometric & Details
The sides fold over in order to open up the container visually and provide
air circulation.
The table in the meeting room cum break area has collapsible sides, as well
as sockets for charging appliances.

19. Work Out- Plan Work Out- Reflected Ceiling Plan
Work Out- Section A Work Out- Section B
A turnstile is located at the main entrance in order to control access to the
center.
Pendant and recessed lights have been used for artificial lighting.

20. Chill Out - Perspective Views
The second unit is the Social unit, Chill Out, which has two zones, the cafe
and the lounge.

21. Chill Out- Axonometric & Details
The sides collapse to form the floor plane in order to expand the seating
space in the cafe, while a railing opens up for safety. The chairs in the cafe
can also be used outside the container by turning them onto their side.
The seating in the lounge area has a niche where members can exchange
books, magazines, newspapers etc.

22. Chill Out- Plan Chill Out- Reflected Ceiling Plan
Chill Out- Section A Chill Out- Section B
A small food preparation area has been provided for the cafe, but most of
the food will be prepared offsite, only drinks will be prepared onsite.
A collapsible canopy has also been attached to provide shade for the
extended seating in the cafe.

23. Work Out - Perspective Views
The third unit is the Gym unit, Work Out, which is based on a Crossfit
Gym.

24. Work Out- Axonometric & Details
One side fold over in order to open up the container visually and provide
air circulation, while the other slides open in order to provide access to the
exercise platform, where classes can be held.

25. Work Out- Plan Work Out- Reflected Ceiling Plan
Work Out- Section A Work Out- Section B
Mirrors are located at either of the smaller ends in order to visually
enhance the space.
A small changing room is also available along with lockers.
Recessed lights have been used for artificial lighting.

26. Sketch Out - Perspective Views
The fourth unit is the individual Art unit, which is divided into two
sections: a studio and a small stationery shop for the members.

27. Sketch Out-
Axonometric &
Details
The studio space can be further divided into two with the use of a partition
wall, in case a class is being held. Along one side are drawing boards
attached to a frame in A4 and A3 sizes to be used with the donkeys. The
donkeys themselves collapse to form pedestals for exhibition use. The
other side has shelves for canvases with collapsible stools in slots below
them.

28. Sketch Out- Plan Sketch Out- Reflected Ceiling Plan
Sketch Out- Section A Sketch Out- Section B
On one side, lockers have been placed for the ease of the members. The
shop can only be accessed from outside the container for security purposes.
Pendant and track lights have been used for artificial lighting.

29. Show Off - Perspective Views
The fifth unit is the Art exhibition unit. This space has been designed to
convert into an exhibition space when needed. For those times when no
exhibition is being held, it will be used for large scale art projects.

30. Show Off - Axonometric & Details
The sides of the containers can be manoeuvred to form an exhibition space.
One side is on a pivot hinge system while the other has parts that operate
as doors and collapse onto themselves in order to open up the space for air
flow. One side has collapsible stools in slots to provide seating.

31. Show Off- Plan Show Off- Reflected Ceiling Plan
Show Off- Section A Show Off- Section B
One side has lockers for the use of members, while the other has
collapsible seating.
The walls have cork lining in order to provide a place to pin up canvas
sheets. Hooks have also been attached at regular intervals for use in
exhibitions.