Project Inside Out
Location: Hyderabad
Curation Team:
P L Bhargavi – Educator, Founder of Triconi Adda
Vaishnavi Kashetty – Architect, Earthwise Collective; M.Sc. Sustainable Architecture Studies
Nickil Snow – Filmmaker & Curator, Art-flow Movement
BRIEF
Triconi Adda is a comprehensive refurbishment project designed to provide a rejuvenating and immersive space for teenagers to unwind, learn, indulge in creative pursuits and engage in any form of art.
This unique environment fosters connections and this initiative is a keen focus on empowering children and teenagers to explore their ideas and establish clubs that facilitate connections with others who share similar interests!
The main objective of creating ‘Triconi Adda’ is to design a social and leisure space for everyone to bring out and explore their wildest sides to build more curiosity to learn, experiment and explore a leisure space and also a social space to connect, collaborate, create, present and experience the art!
Rest assured, Triconi Adda provides a transformative experience for all, a space where creativity and connections intertwine to create an environment that celebrate both individual and collaborative artistic expression.
Architectural Approach
Our renovation plan is to minimize the environmental impact, prioritizing two key objectives. Firstly, we aim to lower the impact by reusing, upcycling, recycling, environmentally friendly construction materials and ensuring zero waste management throughout the project until completion. And to practice conscious resource utilization.
Secondly, in the pursuit of enhanced sustainability, we are implementing new structural materials with remarkably low embodied carbon. Furthermore, we are diligently working to improve the building’s overall performance, seeking energy-efficient solutions that contribute to a reduced carbon footprint while ensuring optimal thermal comfort.
Looking ahead to the future, our vision extends to making the space self-sufficient through the integration of renewable solar energy.
Community project experience
The space is for teenagers to be involved in the activity that they like and to get in touch with themselves. As architectural designers how could we design according to the needs of the users and consciously plan to minimize the environmental impact?
Hence we are here to bring a platform where the teenagers give their brief to design their own adda and the designers stand along and understand the user perspective and articulate ideas into reality. The main learning would revolve around ditching the conventional auto-pilot construction, being more aware of material usage and learning to design to reduce the environmental impact of architecture.
So here’s the plan to bring the idea into action:
We are inviting the interested architecture students/recent graduates to be involved in designing the space environment-friendly and pairing each of them with the ultra-curious teenager.
Our curation team has identified 7 zones in the existing building. These 7 zones will be allotted to the 7 teams of 1 designer + 1 user.
Each team focuses and works on designing and renovating their zone of the building. The project is scheduled to happen on the first 4 weekends of December 2023, which includes site visits, discussions, case studies and brainstorming sessions around creating the Triconi Adda. The detailed schedule will be discussed with the selected applicants.
From each team a minimum of 1 design idea (and the maximum of whole design of the zone) will be approved by the curation team by the end of this project.
Roles
Designer’s Roles and Duties:
- Environmental Design Expertise:
Utilize architectural knowledge to create an environmentally friendly space. Demonstrate expertise in sustainable design principles.
- Collaborative Planning:
Collaborate with the user to understand their preferences, needs, and vision for the space. Plan and design the allocated zone with the user’s input.
- Material Selection and Innovation:
Select materials with a focus on sustainability, considering factors such as recycled, upcycled, or environmentally friendly options. Innovate in material usage to minimize environmental impact.
- Space Optimization:
Optimize the design of the assigned zone for functionality and aesthetic appeal. Ensure efficient use of space to accommodate various activities.
- Energy-Efficient Solutions:
Incorporate energy-efficient solutions into the design, such as lighting, heating, and cooling systems. Aim to reduce the carbon footprint of the space through thoughtful design.
- Communication and Presentation:
Effectively communicate design ideas to the user and the curation team. Present design concepts clearly during discussions and presentations.
- Adaptability and Flexibility:
Remain adaptable to the user’s evolving preferences and needs. Modify designs based on feedback and collaborative discussions.
User’s Roles and Duties:
- Personal Preferences and Vision:
Clearly articulate personal preferences, needs, and vision for the space. Engage in open communication with the designer to convey individual tastes.
- Active Participation:
Actively participate in discussions, site visits, and brainstorming sessions. Share ideas and feedback to contribute to the design process.
- Collaboration with Designer:
Collaborate closely with the designer to ensure that the final design reflects personal preferences. Provide constructive feedback and engage in a two-way dialogue.
- Club Conceptualization:
Contribute to the establishment of clubs within ‘Triconi Adda’ that align with personal interests. Work with the designer to incorporate club-related features into the space.
- Feedback and Iteration:
Provide timely and constructive feedback on design concepts. Participate in design iterations, ensuring the space meets personal expectations.
- Presentation to Curation Team:
Collaborate with the designer in presenting the final design idea to the curation team. Share insights on the collaborative process and the envisioned user experience.
- Commitment to Sustainable Practices:
Embrace and support the project’s commitment to sustainability. Contribute ideas or preferences that align with environmentally friendly practices.
Important Dates
Applications close on December 1st, 2023
December 03
Site visit, Old Alwal
December 10
Casestudy, Sontha dabba, Nagole
Vision Rainbow, Lakdikapool
December 17
Design discussion at AFM studio
December 24
Final presentation of the design
Detailed schedule will be shared with the selected applicants.