“CAPTION IF ANY”
ARTIST VILLAGE
Submitted by
FARSIN SAKKEER HUSSAIN M
(Reg No:17053036)
KMEA COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
Guide:Ashwini
Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of
Bachelor of Architecture
MAHATHMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY
Kottayam
OCTOBER 2022
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KMEA College of Architecture,
Edathala p.o, Aluva
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KEYWORDS
Architect, green spaces , Traditional architecture, design, old age people, children’s,
design, space, materials, aesthetic, light, artificial lighting, natural lighting .
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ABSTRACT
Arts have always had an organic link with the community life of the prevalent
age. Most of The arts and craft of Kerala are virtually vanishing. Their existence
is greatly threatened by The process of modernization and commercialization of
life in the contemporary age and the Accompanying changes in social and
economic structure.
Whereas these art forms have always influenced the lifestyle of our society and
have greatly Contributed to our culture. Art influences society by changing
opinions, instilling values and Translating experiences across space and time.
The preservation of these art and craft to its Original form can help in research
and further development of the art forms in current Situation. Research has
shown art affects the fundamental sense of self. Research has shown Art affects
the fundamental sense of self. They should be studied with scientific insight and
in
Relation to modern trends.
This thesis is also an attempt to find out the influence of our ancient art and
craft in our Modern art forms and the influence of visual art to our society and
the effects and Influences of various art and vernacular architecture in urban life
or scenario.
The main building type that has been aimed is an art and craft culture Centre,
hence the dominant Typology of the project will be a self educational institute
building (art and craft workshops ,visual field, etc.) And residential buildings
(houses and stays for artists, Hostels etc.) And other non-structural spaces.
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TABLE OF CONTENT PART ONE: RESEARCH
1.INTRODUCTION 2
1.1 Background and context 2
1.2 Aim and Objectives 3
1.3 Research Questions 4
1.4 Scope and Limitations 4
2.Methodology 5
3.Conclusion 5
2. PART TWO: PROPOSAL
2.1 Introduction to typology 9
2.2Case studies 11
2.2.1 INSTITUTIONAL FACILITY FOR DESTITUTE, MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY,
BANGLORE 11
2.2.2 SOS VILLAGE, ALUVA 16
2.2.3 SNEHAVEEDU, THRISSUR 20
2.3 Literature case studies 22
2.3.1 PARKSIDE RETIREMENT HOME, BANGLORE 23
3. INTRODUCTION TO SITE 26
4. DESIGN PROGRAM
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4.1 Design components 32
4.2 Site Zoning 33
4.2.1 Zoning 34
4.3 Area requirement 35
4.4 Concept 36
4.5 Special topic- influences of traditional architecture and green spaces in now a days 38
5. DISCUSSION 44
6. CONCLUSION 45
7. APPENDICES 46
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LIST OF FIGURE
Fig 2.4 master plan of MOH 14
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2.1 area requirement of SOS village 19
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Part one – Research
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background and Context
The importance of art in a human’s life are encouraging us to cherish intuition
creativity and to search for new ideas. Better education better self-expression
preserving culture and learning about history art is a sense of communication
and also has utilitarian influences on society.
An artist village is a space where artists from different fields live together,
work and sell their art works, by conducting exhibitions, or by allowing access
to the public to see them working.
The paintings on display at the ongoing contemporary art fair in the city are
more valuable than gold. But Malayali’s don’t value art that much, noted artist
K P Thomas. The situation is such that artists in Kerala have to travel to Delhi,
Mumbai or Chennai to sell their works, he said. The art festival was launched
as a part of the Grand Kerala Shopping Festival to encourage a market for
Kerala art.
kochi muziris biennale is one of the largest contemporary art exhibition in
which artist from all over the world gathers to showcase their talent. this takes
place in different locations/ spaces in fort kochi and goes for a period of 3 to 4
months every one or two years. as this takes place in different location, one has
to walk or drive for few distance which can be tiring for tourists/ visitors. also,
as this happens only for a period of 3 to 4 month, not everyone gets to see the
exhibit. so if this can happen throughout the year, it can be advantageous to the
artists as well as the visitors to see the works. This will help the artists to work
on their arts in that single location as the site is chosen accordingly.
also, Kerala lacks in art hubs as the present ones are temporary locations. this
can be a platform for the artists to showcase their works with a permanent
venue and accommodation as well.
1.2 Aim
To promote the local artists and to provide them with a larger and a common
location to exhibit their works, which will help them to interact with each other
and share their ideas.
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An art centre to exhibit the works of different artist from all over the world
with a provision for their necessities.
To design a cultural space, mainly for artists by providing them with basic
facilities such as residences and exhibition spaces and to promote interaction
among public and the artists.
A workshop space to develop the artistic skills inside the children of the
localities.
1.3 Objective
● To provide various artists with permanent/ temporary residences
according to their demand
● To provide an "all-time venue for arts and cultural hub in fort cochin.
● To provide spaces for recreation where people can relax and wander
around.
● To provide a platform for increased productivity
● To provide tourists a glimpse of the cultural heritage of various areas.
● To promote different activities which would enrich the cultural life of
the area to enrich the economic backbone and social set-up of the craft
persons, artists from rural areas.
1.4 Research questions
How to promote the local artists and to provide them with a larger and a
common location to exhibit their works, which will help them to interact with
each other and share their ideas.
1.5 Scope
● Interacting spaces to share the ideas followed by different open spaces
for open mics and food courts.
● To provide artists to practice their crafts.
● Provision for accommodations for the artists travelling from different
places.
● Training for aspiring artists.
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● To showcase rich culture of Kerala.
2 METHODOLOGY
3 CONCLUSION
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part two: PROPOSAL
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2.1 Introduction to typology
● Campus Planning
● Hospitality
● Commercial
● Infotainment
2.2 Case studies
2.2.1 Dilli haat, Janakpuri
2.2.1.1 Introduction
Dilli Haat was established jointly by Delhi Tourism (DTDC), Government of
Delhi and NDMC, D.C. (Handicrafts) & DC. (Handlooms), Ministry of
Textiles & Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India and opened in March 1994.
Around 2003, this market became fully wheelchair-accessible, including an
accessible bathroom. Delhi's second Dilli Haat, the Dilli Haat, and Pitampura,
also developed by DTTDC in Pitampura, close to Pitampura TV Tower and
spread over 7.2 hectares, was opened in April 2008. More Dilli Haats are set to
be created in other parts of Delhi with the third having been opened in
Janakpuri in August 2013.
Over the years, Dilli Haat became a venue for exhibitions and events related to
crafts, music, dance and cultural festivals, for example India's first comic
convention, Comic Con India was organized at Dilli Haat, INA, in February
2011.
2.2.1.2 Context response
The plot is bound by the Tihar prison complex, a bus depot, a huge green belt
and a densely populated middle-class residential colony. Place in influenced by
the country's largest prison Tihar Jail. Therefore, the design of Dilli Haat
consciously overlooks the chaotic urban context of the prison complex and the
haphazard residential neighbourhood, and instead chooses to focus on the
surrounding green belt. The green belt is made up of tall trees of mainly the
Eucalyptus variety. Dilli Haat has been designed as an extension of this green
belt. The existing trees in the site have been retained and tall basket-like
structures clad with bamboo dominate the skyline of Dilli Haat.
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2.2.1.3 User groups and design zoning
Being a cosmopolitan city. The demographic of Delhi consists of people
belonging to a wide variety of economic and social backgrounds. In order to
attract people from all strata of society, the design of Dilli Haat Janakpuri
provides for outdoor craft shops, selling reasonably-priced goods, along with
air-conditioned shops that cater to more upscale customers.
The built-forms consisting of shops, food court, exposition hall, etc. are
organised around a variety of open spaces like courtyards, amphitheatre, paved
allies and green patches. This has resulted in warm intimate spaces built to
human scale.
The project also seems to fulfil the role of a neighbourhood park as residents of
the nearby residential colonies frequent the complex, despite an entrance fee, to
savour the warm atmosphere created by the green roofs, the amphitheatre and
the various courtyards.
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2.2.2 Cholamandal Artist Village,Chennai
2.2.2.1 INTRODUCTION
Cholamandal Artists' Village located in a 8 acre land is situated on the East
Coast Road, some eight kilometres further south of the Chennai city and about
18 kms from Chennai city center. The place represents an important arts centre
in the state of Tamil Nadu. Cholamandal Artists' Village is built over eight
hectares of land in the Injambakkam region which exists as an extension of the
Chennai city. The place stands on the coastal plains of Chennai and lies close to
the sea, Bay of Bengal. Cholamandal Artists' Village is a great tourist
destination in the vicinity of the popular metropolitan city. It is the centre for
art lovers and patrons of the art. It has galleries for paintings, sculptures and an
open air international sculpture park around the complex. Sometimes we get to
see artists in work or just walk around witnessing the stones, copper and other
metals, transforming itself into beautiful shapes by the handiwork of the
sculptors. The village houses art galleries, museums, and an open-air theatre
for dance and theatre performances. It is equipped with all that is needed for an
arts village, esp. the open-air theatre Bharathi that is used for holding
discussions and conferences.
2.2.2.2 USER ANALYSIS
Total no. of artists: 45 plots with 42 houses, but 30-35 residents reside in the
community at present
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2.2.2.3 INFERENCES
The flexibility and freedom of creativity in the design The houses were not
designed, plots were created with certain design criterias. Artists themselves
were free to design their residences.
The context plays a major role. The site is located in a residential fabric but is
in a tourist area. It is easily accessible because of the main road.
Accessibility is a major factor. It encourages artist exposure, growth of the
village, Attracts experienced artists and visitors. Making the community
sustainable both in terms of design and for the residents. Using the front yard
space as display areas.
2.2.3 SANSKRITI KENDRA
2.2.3.1 INTRODUCTION
It is a cultural centre where artists and sculptors, writers and musicians, and
village craftsmen, practise their arts in tranquil surroundings that engage the
mind with the imagery of the idyllic pastoral countryside with its man made
interventions.
The buildings are semi-rustic in appearance, with ample space between them
for strolling or catching a breath of fresh air- but not so far apart as to engender
a sense of isolation. The grounds, filled with a profusion of trees, present a
picture of seemingly organic growth.
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2.2.3.2 SITE
Circulation and movement- movement patterns are very clear service road runs
on the periphery of the site.
Distribution of spaces
1. Public spaces like museums & offices-the governing body comes first with
entry.
2. Sitting spaces come next, having a little bit of privacy by planting trees.
3. Workspaces : studios and dormitories- very personal spaces are away from
the public spaces to avoid any kind of distraction allowing artists to work with
concentration in a very natural & fresh environment.
4. Services like laundry, washing are placed at the end of the site away from
public movement along the service road.
2.2.3.3 INFERENCE
The site is divided into different zones of public, semi public and private zones,
which is a very important part for a good zoning.
Layout- The layout of spaces is such that a visitor moves from one exhibit to the
next without repeating any.
Temporary residential and working space to both traditional and contemporary
artists and craftspersons and in doing so, it aims to promote interaction between
the two
2.2.3.4 INSPIRING IDEAS/CONCEPT
Building exhibits a perfect example of an environment suitable for a cultural
setting.
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A building designed in the landscape, with the built form complementing the
natural landform.
Spaces are well articulated and the movement pattern provides a good
experience to the visitors as he walks from open to sky to semi-covered courts
and finally into a covered space.
The building holds a deserted look as the craftsmen are not generally seen at
work. One would say that all the environment lacks are the people. People hold
a lot of importance; their presence not only enhances the festive environment
but also encourages the craftsmen displaying the work.
2.2.4 National Crafts Museum And Hastkala Academy
2.2.4.1 INTRODUCTION
At present the Museum collection consists of over 33,000 specimens in various
crafts, acquired over a period of 60 years collected from various states of India.
Museum collection consists of a variety of traditional artifacts such as Textiles,
a vast range of metal lamps, sculptures, utensils etc, Wood-works, Folk/tribal
paintings , range of cane and bamboo crafts, clay and terracotta figures and a lot
more.
2.2.4.2 SITE
The various courts give access to different exhibits opening off a meandering
pathway in an informal manner; Village Court, Temple Court, Durbar Court,
etc.
Along a diagonal axis are three courtyards of different scale and intensity.
The internal display spaces - lofty dimensions with the open and semi-open
passages covered with tiled roofs and lined with artifacts.
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2.2.4.3 ANALYSIS
The zoning of the entire site was such that the visitor covers the entire
exhibition zones and then will be directed to the bazaar zone, as the shops might
take the visitors attention, if it was placed at the front.
The exhibition/ museum space was at a standard height for the small exhibits
and for larger sculptures, large height spaces.
It was designed for all types of people, making it a barrier free design.
Courtyards acted as a transition space between each exhibition room.
Spaces had kota stone flooring keeping the floors cool.
Small performance areas created in between.
The concept of daylighting was used in the cafe, reducing the electricity
consumption.
2.3 Literature case studies
2.3.1 Kochi muziris biennale :
The Kochi Muziris Biennale provided a breath of fresh air to the abandoned and
unused warehouses that belonged to the Portuguese. Dutch and British traders,
which ultimately became the main venues of the event.
The parallel progression of museums and Biennales have shown the Importance
Of cultural institutions in contemporary times, not only to establish identity, a
sense of belonging to debate theories of inclusion, but also to capture increased
business in global tourism. Museums and Biennales are considered as icons, a
prestige that highlights the cultural inclinations of the city.
In the case of Kochi, the biennale not only increased the inflow of tourists, but
also raised the state income from tourism by 4% during the course of the event.
The Kochi Biennale Foundation has rejuvenated and restored cultural tourism
in Kerala and has also given employment to a large number of people.
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Impacts of biennale
The following are some of the impacts of the event on the city of Kochi and its
people:
-Increase in awareness about the history of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, and
about art around the world.
-Interaction between foreigners and local artists resulting in the development of
a new cultural vision,
-More outreach for art education
- Adaptive reuse of old warehouses and other buildings
-Preservation of historical buildings and landmarks getting more attention
Whereas during the course of the last few years, the event has also faced some
undesirable outcomes and negative impacts which are as follows:
-Depletion of resources and facilities
-Outside artists and architects getting more benefits and representation during
the event
-Some biennial venues remain unoccupied after the event. which leads to
damage and destruction of the structure.
In spite of these shortcomings, it can be considered the the Biennale as a
cultural event has accelerated the growth of the city of Kochi and has ensured
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that it occupies an important position in the global art calendar.
The figures showing the expansion of biennale venues over years.
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3. INTRODUCTION TO SITE
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