Palash Kothi Hotel Resort, Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh, India
We were approached by the client once the project was partially executed at site, including a sample cottage, which was not as per his vision. The structures executed at site provided us with both opportunities and challenges in equal measure. This led to the up-gradation of the cottages, main block, their interiors and evolving Masterplan. […]
Extension of L.V. Prasad Eye Institute
The extension of L.V.P.E.I was a dream for Dr. G.N. Rao, founder of the Institute. His vision of providing internationally comparable eye care, to the group of individuals who constitute the driving force in this country so as to save their time as well as resources, had to be matched by the ambience and quality […]
Indian Institute of Management Udaipur
Our design approach was based on primary factors: a) Our learning from Udaipur for development of climate responsive architecture; b) Aspirations of the IIM Community for a “smart” campus; c) Manifest holistic vision and convert it into clear objectives; and d) The site, the compelling form and natural systems existing on site and the potential […]
Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur
Holistic Vision, and was the Principal Reference Points of all design decisions, by all involved, at all the stages of the project till the end. ‘Bottom Up’ approach to decision making, with a focus on ‘minimising’ consumption, rather than the ‘Top Down’ approach, which focuses on ‘maximising’ the savings, was adopted. Key Strategies: Use […]
A Perspective Plan For The Conservation Of Cultural Heritage of Udaipur City
Mr. Ajay S. Mehta, Convenor of Udaipur Chapter of INTACH, initiated Abhikram for the conservation of historic monuments. The first project was conservation of Debari Gate, in eastern outskirts of Udaipur City in 1986 followed by the Pilot Project of Evolving Policies for the Conservation of Udaipur City, through Mr. Martand Singh of INTACH, New […]
A Heritage Sensitive Vision Development of Jaipur and Amber
A detailed study, of constituents of Heritage fabric, i.e., natural and manmade elements, their complex interwoven relationship, like warp and weft of textile fabric was done. Identified causes of decay to Heritage Fabric, most of which occurred in 21st century, namely due to transportation modes, disharmony of built environment, emerging typologies of built forms, urban […]
Kalaneri Settlement Masterplan, A Holistic Sustainable Activity Centric Settlement
In 1993, Mr. Salahuddin Ahmad, the then Chairman of the Rajasthan Housing Board (RHB) commissioned Abhikram to prepare the design of a settlement of craftspersons in the outskirts of Amber, to provide housing for their growing population based in Jaipur, where the workspaces and their living areas are in close proximity. Detailed survey of each […]
Jagat Niwas
Abhikram was contributing to and evolving different long-term strategies to convince the owner and solve problems arising out of renovation and reconstruction; clarifying boundaries between use of traditional and contemporary materials and exploring correct sequences, processes; and evolving methods of balancing the options. Clients have attempted a twenty-room hotel which has been undergoing a […]
Refurbishment of Shiv Niwas Palace
The restoration, addition and refurbishment of Shiv Niwas Palace was designed and executed in phases over a period of 12 to 15 years. Each public area, each of 39 Guestrooms comprising of 19 Palace Rooms, 8 Terrace Suites, 6 Royal Suites and 3 Imperial Suites with different needs, themes and ambiences were refurbished individually after […]
MUD HOUSE
A traditional mud builder from the Kutch area where mud houses have survived was sought out.The basic materials for construction namely the earth for the sun dried mud blocks for the walls was dug from the site itself while the thatch for the roof was locally purchased. Babul wood was used for the doors and […]