This project is designed as a multifunctional space that supports activities such as yoga, chanting, and accommodation, while also including essential kitchen and other utility areas. The construction is planned in two stages.
The first phase focuses on constructing a conference room that accommodates 30 to 40 people. Its shallow arched roof enhances reverberation, ideal for recitation. Natural airflow circulates from east to west and from the bottom to the top, ensuring excellent ventilation. The site measures 40 feet wide by 60 feet deep and is situated at the western base of Coimbatore Mountain.
The architectural layout is straightforward, fitting the regular site dimensions. A square structure is positioned on the west side, with its shorter side facing the road and the longer side oriented westward. To manage sun exposure, materials with high thermal conductivity and low insulation are required. Porotherm clay blocks, approximately 16″ x 8″ x 8″, were chosen. Their larger size and lighter weight accelerate construction, though their fragility somewhat extends the completion timeline.
Project Drawings
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Project Information
Architect: Masonry of Architects
Area: 2600 ft²
Project Year: 2022
Photographer: Robin Shibu
Suppliers: Asian, Kavery, Maheswary Marbles, S Windows, Saint Gobain Glass, Surya Lime, Tata Oxide, Wienerberger Bricks
Lead Architects: Sabarish Thirumurthy, Tamilselvan Kannan
Project Architects: Gokul G.S, Sanjay Kand
Site Area: 2400 square feet
Architectural Design: Masonry of Architects
Manufacturing Process: Siva Engineering
Location: Coimbatore, India
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