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What's the difference between a "green building" &

What's the difference between a "green building" & a "sustainable building" ? 🏫

Many terminologies are in use for environment friendly buildings. Often, they are used interchangeably. However, each has a slightly different meaning or let’s say focus. In my post I share 13 terms in common use by environmentalists and what each term stands for. 🤔

Check out link in bio to the post on website #envirolyser

1. #Green
2. #Sustainable
3. #NetZero
4. #Net Positive
5. #Carbon Neutral
6. #Ecological
7. #Passive Solar
8. #Regenerative
9. #Living Building
10. #Biophilic
11. #Smart
12. #LID - Low Impact Development
13. #C2C - Cradle to Cradle

So, hoping next time we hear one of the above terms we will be better prepared to understand the subtle focus indicated. 👍

If you know of another term that needs adding to the list above, do write to me. ✍️

Headwear is cool again! 🤠 Environmental issues

Headwear is cool again! 🤠

Environmental issues in our cities, such as dust, noise, and now intense heat, make a strong case for the resurgence of traditional headwear. This practical accessory, which faded away with the rise of air-conditioned buildings and vehicles, is making a mini comeback.

Traditional clothing, developed through centuries of experiential wisdom, was designed to enhance comfort—both thermal and visual.

With climate change and increasing heatwaves, these timeless pieces are more relevant than ever.

What do you think ?

#envirolyser #thermalcomfort #heatwaves #india #traditionalclothing #environment #cities #adaptivecomfort #resilience #tradition

Nothing speaks for architecture like a staircase.

Nothing speaks for architecture like a staircase.

This beautiful, bifurcated staircase was designed in 1930 by architect Robert Tor Russell for what was originally the Flagstaff House, now known as Teen Murti Bhawan.

Thoughts from Mentoring Architecture Student Proje

Thoughts from Mentoring Architecture Student Projects ✍️

I’ve spent the last five months guiding some brilliant and passionate 5th-year architecture students on their thesis design projects. Here are a few reflections:

a) Clients Matter: Architects thrive on the constraints and inputs from clients. Without real-world contexts, student projects can sometimes lose relevance.👨‍🦰

b) Academic Impact: Academic projects should aim to educate the industry. Students, be for this world but not of it. Always challenge the status quo.🏭

c) Problem Finding: Technology is key to finding solutions, but identifying the right problems is even more crucial. Worthy problems lead to compelling architecture. 🧗‍♂️

d) Process Matters: The design process shapes the outcome. Regular expert input and thoughtful integration can open new solution spaces. Innovate your process to innovate your architecture.👷‍♂️

e) Sustainability: Designing sustainably is challenging and requires creating options, thorough analysis, and space for debate. Give it the time it deserves.🌴

f) Overcoming Fear: The fear of being perceived as poor designers can hinder creativity. The only solution is to face it head-on.🙇‍♂️

g) Relevance and Excitement: The real challenge isn’t just to create architectural work, but to convince ourselves that our work is relevant, exciting, and worth the effort.🎯

#Architecture #DesignThinking #StudentProjects #Sustainability #Innovation #ArchitecturalEducation #ThesisDesign #ProcessMatters #ProblemSolving #envirolyser #ChallengeStatusQuo

Get Things Done 🎯 Went book shopping yesterday

Get Things Done 🎯

Went book shopping yesterday. Felt the need to optimise and get more done in my day. 📖

Picked this book called 'The Get Things Done Book' for my library. It promises me at least 41 ways to get my more work done 😀🧱

Sharing one model, which i think is very useful. Lot of us keep waiting for perfection in our work before taking it forward. This results in getting mentally stuck with little progress. Perhaps its more useful to see the work as 'work in progress'. Let's work with prototyping where each stage of prototyping gets finished rapidly, helps get feedback and then we move to the next, better version of our work. So, no waiting for perfection but going through this empowering iterative process. Works well, not just with design projects but most creative work. 📈

According to the design firm IDEO , a prototype should have following three qualities: 💡

1) It should be ROUGH
2) It should be possible to build it RAPIDLY, to test ideas.
3) It should help answer the RIGHT questions.

Hope you liked the idea. Message me what you think about prototyping as a mental model / process for getting your work done. ✍️

#book #designthinking #architecture #designprocess #prototyping #perfection #creativechallenge #buildings #read

Timeless Lessons: Balcomb House 🏡 ☀️ The B

Timeless Lessons: Balcomb House 🏡 ☀️

The Balcomb House in Santa Fe stands as a significant yet often overlooked gem of solar house design. Constructed circa 1979, it embodies innovative solar design principles that remain relevant today. 🧱

Experimental in conception and construction, this old treasure of solar architecture offers invaluable lessons for modern sustainable living. ✅

While online information is scarce, my research has unearthed insightful articles and have created some conceptual sections explaining its environmental concepts.

Drop me a line if you want to know more. ✍️

Credits : Images and Information from the web. Diagrams created by Author.

#ComputationalDesign #SolarArchitecture #SolarHouse #VisualConnectedness #DesignInfluence #Vision #Collaboration #Envirolyser #Optimisation #BuildingSimulation #DesignProcess #Analysis #History #GreenHome #EnvironmentalDesign #Buildings #GreenBuilding #casestudy

" Building, too, are children of earth and sun. "

" Building, too, are children of earth and sun. " So, they too must bear the ensuing responsibility.

#quote #greenbuildings #sustainability #architecture #envirolyser #designinspiration #aec #buildings #lowenergybuilding #lowcarbon #netzero

"Looking to Design a perfect balance of transparen

"Looking to Design a perfect balance of transparent and opaque for a screen. 🌟
Exploring a Voronoi script to create a flowing endless pattern, which catches the eye, creates variable options for an internal office screen. Do you like it ?

#TransparentDesign #view #ladybug #rhino3d #envirolyser #interior #play #computationaldesign #sustainability

Read > Write > Build 🏆 #mondaymotivation #envi

Read > Write > Build 🏆

#mondaymotivation #envirolyser #buildings #architecture #design #quote #words

Looking forward to present my thoughts and insight

Looking forward to present my thoughts and insights on Architectural Design for Integration of Technologies tomorrow at @solardecathlonindia

#envirolyser #sustainbledesign #architecture #buildingsimulation #greenbuildings #netzero #performancedriven

Terrain Slope Analysis 🏔 We carried out slope

Terrain Slope Analysis 🏔

We carried out slope analysis to help our client understand the land features on his property and identify buildable land.

Building on steep slopes is difficult, expensive, hence this Grasshopper script helps us visually understand where we should build. 🧗‍♂️

If you need help to analyse & visualise your site , write to me. ✍️

#analysis #envirolyser #perfromancedrivendesign #greenbuildings #aec #buildingsimulation #sitework #siteanalysis #landscaping #terrain #architecture #buildingscience

These intriguing words by architect Louis Kahn off

These intriguing words by architect Louis Kahn offer insight into his thoughts on the role architecture plays in nature and life. The sun, as the giver of light, enables us to perceive architectural form. Architecture, with its control of form, creates a play of light and shade, enhancing and amplifying the perception of the sun and its light. ☀️🏡

#envirolyser #solararchitecture #greenbuildings #solarpower #sunglight #daylight #louiskhan #louiskhanarchitecture #quote #designquote #designquotes

Tips for choosing the perfect student design proje

Tips for choosing the perfect student design project 🏰

Its architectural thesis time of the year in many colleges. I am engaged with guiding and mentoring some very talented future architects in Delhi.

This is what i would advise students for selecting their perfect project, to enable a successful end product.

Sharing some of the thoughts with you. Do you have more tips to add ? Comment below 👇

#envirolyser #thoughts #architecturalthesis #studentdesign #youngarchitecture #education #rightproject #greenbuildings #architects #india #builtenvironment #architectureschool

Which tool are you choosing to use today ? "Civil

Which tool are you choosing to use today ?

"Civilisation did not leave stone age because we ran out of stones. Progress past stone age was possible when better tools were invented that were made of bronze alloys."
– Roy McCalister

New tools don't just change the way we produce things but the very way we think about them. Thinking about my tools on this Monday morning.

#thoughts #environment #envirolyser #design #designtools #ai #midjourney #cad #architecture #sketchbook #pencildrawing

Find the most Visible spot on the plan ? Has you

Find the most Visible spot on the plan ?

Has you client ever tasked you to place an art piece , reception desk , a product or anything at a most visible spot ?👀

Did you make the decision as a best guess ? An analytical approach like this can provide a great insight to make a numerically supported decision.📈

Write to me if you want to know more. ✍️

#envirolyser #designdecisions #interiordesign #interiorplanning #layoutdesign #architecture #arch #envirolyser #buildingsimulation #analysis

Future needs a new architecture. Wishing you all

Future needs a new architecture.

Wishing you all happiness and fun explorations ahead.

One of my 1st January reminders to myself is to keep learning and keep sharing more in 2024. ✍️

Harsh Thapar

#quote #envirolyser #newfuture #newarchitecture #sustainability #greenbuilding #healthybuildings

Options!🌊 We usually spend a lot of dedicated

Options!🌊

We usually spend a lot of dedicated time studying options for design elements. Screens are one of my favourite due to their immense potential to control views, light and feel of any space. #AI makes it all the more fun.👏

Did you like any specific one ? Send me a comment. ✍️

#ai #airart #aiarchitecturedesign #ai #designprocesses #options #exploration #envirolyser #fun #ideas #aidesigns #interiordesign #midjourney #dalle2

📊 Optimising workplace for Visual Connectedness

📊 Optimising workplace for Visual Connectedness!

Workplace research indicates that visual connectedness in workplace design can significantly impact collaboration and innovation. Architects intuitively understand this when they plan for privacy vs visibility of space types like reception, entry/exit points, toilets, rest spaces, meeting spaces. Some spaces require high visibility and others low. 👀🕶

Optimizing workplace layouts for correct amount of visibility has been associated with a notable increase in collaboration rates, and it can lead to a substantial decrease in perceived communication barriers. Layout of workspaces have also been attributed to enhancing innovation in certain offices. 📈

Today architects must go beyond using intuitive judgement and should use computational tools to quantify performance of their layouts. 💡

The images in the post show one simple type of, yet powerful visibility analysis carried out for one of our #envirolyser office projects where we studied the impact of adding or removing screens on visibility.

If you are interested in knowing more or need help to evaluate visual connectedness of your layout, write to me. ✍️

#computationaldesign #visualconnectedness #workplaceoptimization #designInfluence #visibilityanalysis #vision #collaboration #envirolyser #optimisation #buildingsimulation #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #offices #designprocess #analysis #designprocess

Understanding Urban Overshadowing 🌞🌇 In ur

Understanding Urban Overshadowing 🌞🌇

In urban areas, the interplay of shadows cast by buildings is more than just a visual spectacle—it's a crucial aspect of sustainable design. 🌆💚 Studying these shadows can reveal opportunities for architects. 🌍✨

In colder climates, strategically placed building forms and heights can allow more sun. Placing a park bench at the sunny spot makes all the difference. 🌨️❄️ This thoughtful design not only enhances energy efficiency but also contributes to a more comfortable living environment.

Conversely, in hotter climates, the careful consideration of shadow patterns helps mitigate heat gain. People want to be shaded when outdoors. By strategically casting shadows over certain areas, architects can create shaded spaces that offer relief from the scorching sun. ☀️🌴 This approach promotes comfortable urban experience.

From reducing energy consumption to enhancing liveability, we need to incorporate analysis tools into our design process. A few decades back clicking hemispherical fisheye photos was an easy way to understand any urban spot. Today it can be done with ease if you have a digital 3d model.

Message me for more tips on how to integrate simple analysis in your architectural process. ✍️

🌐💡 #UrbanDesign #SustainableLiving #SolarPower #greenbuildings #urbandesign #landscapedesign #cities #heatwaves #Rhino3d #grasshopper3d #environmentalanalysis #buildingenergysimulation #simulation

You are free and that's why you are lost ? - Frank

You are free and that's why you are lost ? - Frank Kakfa ( Bohemian writer from Prague )

#quote #thoughts #words #motivationalquotes #think #life #envirolyser

"Weather data visualization and prediction is a ga

"Weather data visualization and prediction is a game-changer! 🌦️

From early storm warnings ⚠️ to better understanding your site in regional context, clear visual insights empower smarter decisions, enhancing safety, efficiency, and resilience.

There are many websites which now with offer amazing visualisations. One of my favourite remains #Windy which can help you visualise : temperature , windspeeds, cloudcover, waves, air quality and more.

Try it out. You will love it.😍

Video Source : windy

🌐 #WeatherTech #datavisualization #weather #windspeed #temperature #heatwave #urban #microclimate #comfort #envirolyser

🌞 Benefits of Solar Access Simulation for Desig

🌞 Benefits of Solar Access Simulation for Designers 🌿

Solar simulation is one of the simpler but perhaps one of the most useful analysis which offers a lot to designers to optimize their design concepts.

1️⃣ Maximize Daylighting: Optimal window placement to harness natural light, reducing reliance on artificial lighting.
2️⃣ Increase Energy Efficiency: Identifies areas with high solar heat gain, enabling the use of shading devices to minimize cooling loads.
3️⃣ Improve Thermal Comfort: Manages solar heat gain for balanced temperatures, enhancing occupant comfort.
4️⃣ Healthier Spaces: Enhances well-being by aligning with circadian rhythms through controlled exposure to natural light.
5️⃣ Reduced Lighting Costs: Minimizes the need for artificial lighting during daylight hours, lowering energy consumption.
6️⃣ Enhanced Productivity: Promotes visually comfortable environments, reducing eye strain and boosting productivity.
7️⃣ Carbon Footprint Reduction: Minimizes reliance on non-renewable energy, contributing to lower carbon emissions.
8️⃣ Adaptive Design: Responds to changing solar conditions, creating flexible spaces adaptable to different lighting and temperature needs.
9️⃣ Green Building Compliance: Meets or exceeds environmentally friendly building standards, enhancing marketability.
🔟 Long-term Cost Savings: Initial investment in simulation tools yields energy savings and operational efficiency over time.

Images show simulation carried out by us for representative days of summer and winter. The building is inside dense urban neighbourhood and hence areas with sun are precious.

Design brighter, greener, and more efficient spaces! 💼✨ Use Building Simulation.

✍️ Reach out to me for more information.

#SustainableDesign #SolarAccess #GreenInteriors #envirolyser #energyefficiency #buildingsimulation #greenbuildings #health #winters #summers #rhino3d #grasshopper #sustainabledesign #interiordesign #architects #aec #simulation

What is Green Credits Program ? 1️⃣Green Cred

What is Green Credits Program ?

1️⃣Green Credits: 💚 Dive into the world of green credits – a new program launched by Govt. Of India at #COP28UAE aimed at rewarding activities that positively impact the environment.
2️⃣India's Environmental Strides: 🌱 India's commitment to cut carbon emissions and achieve net Zero by 2070 aligns with its innovative Green Credit Program.
3️⃣LiFE Transition: 🌏 LiFE, India's low carbon development strategy post-COP27, has paved the way for a dynamic Green Credit Program promoting a lifestyle for the environment.
4️⃣Budget Boost: 💡 The 2023-24 Union Budget introduced the Green Credit Program, attempting to encourage voluntary eco-friendly initiatives under the Environment Act.
5️⃣Holistic Incentives: 🔄 Green Credit Rules mark a paradigm shift, offering incentives beyond carbon emissions – from waste management to sustainable agriculture and more.
6️⃣Earn Your Green Credits: 🌿 Engage in recognized activities like waste management, air pollution reduction, and infrastructure development to earn green credits. Trade them in market.
7️⃣ICFRE's Role Defined: 📜 The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) takes center stage, issuing green credits based on activity registration and thorough verification.
8️⃣Sectoral Activities Unveiled: 🚜 Explore the diverse sectors eligible for green credits – from water management to eco-label development, with potential expansions recommended by a steering committee.
9️⃣Potential Challenges Explored: ❓ Unravel potential challenges as the Green Credit Program harmonizes with the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), presenting a unique intersection of incentives.
🔟Green Future Unveiled: 🛤️ As Green Credit Program unfolds, India is investing trust into a voluntary yet a market driven process.

Will the market deliver on the promise being made to the environment ?

#GreenCreditProgram #SustainableFuture #sustainabledevelopment #construction #infrastructure #envirolyser #marketdriven #India #cop28 #cop28uae

Source : Economic Times and other news media

Lets understand polycarbonate holistically ✍️

Lets understand polycarbonate holistically ✍️

I recently came across a prominent architect professing his love on social media for polycarbonate sheets. He claimed them as a wonderful new material which is ‘revolutionising architecture’. While I respect him a lot for his creativity, i found his review is one-sided, focussing only on the positives.

Traditionally architects only discuss materials for their performance, independently of manufacturers. Trends are changing.

I feel influencing the next generation of young architects on social media must come with greater responsibility of highlighting positives and negatives.

My intentions here is not to be controversial but present a more balanced viewpoint on polycarbonate sheets.

See link to my opinion below and do share your thoughts and experiences about using polycarbonates on projects.

https://www.envirolyser.com/2023/11/28/understanding-polycarbonates-more-holistically/

#envirolyser #opinion #materials #sustainability #greenbuilding #healthybuildings #glass #sustainablaterials #materialresearch #materialreview #plastics #bpa

🌬️ Predict Wind Comfort with CFD➿ Ever wond

🌬️ Predict Wind Comfort with CFD➿
Ever wondered how as architects & engineers we can ensure comfort and safety amidst the gentle breezes or occasional gusts around a building? 🌐💨

Enter the world of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) 💻🦸‍♂️ A cutting edge tool which was used mainly in automotive and aerospace industry. ✈️

CFD now is accessible and allows us to digitally simulate and analyse the intricate dance of wind around and inside building structures. 🌬️🏙️

Here's the scoop:

1️⃣ Wind Comfort: We use CFD to assess wind speeds, for multiple directions, and account for time, ensuring your outdoor spaces are pleasant and cozy, not wind tunnels. Very essential for planning outdoor Cafes, eateries and balconies in tall buildings. Wind below 2 m/s are preferred for such functions.

2️⃣ Safety First: For tall buildings, we can dive deep into CFD analyses to identify potential wind-induced safety concerns – making sure your walk around the skyscrapers is a breeze, not a challenge! Winds greater than 5.5 m/s are usually not comfortable for walking. High speed gust prone spaces can also pose safety risks.

The image shows wind speeds visualised as height fields. Lower height areas in blue are best suited for external seating/café/eateries/long duration outdoor activities.

CFD lets us fine-tune designs in early stages, placing seating areas strategically, adding windbreaks, and creating an urban form suitable to enjoy the surroundings without battling the elements. 🪟🌿

So, the next time you design a rooftop terrace or a sleek high-rise, know that CFD find harmony between architecture and the wind. Reach out to us to know more about applying this on your project. 🏡🔄

#windcomfort #CFDInDesign #EnvironmentalArchitecture #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation #greenbuildings #envirolyser #buildingenergysimulation #netzero #cfd #windy #landscape #urbandesign #sustainbledesign #buildings #tallbuildings #engineering #buildingscience

#weekend #quote #envirolyser 🧩

#weekend #quote #envirolyser 🧩

Facade Performance Attributes 🏢 Facade is one

Facade Performance Attributes 🏢

Facade is one of critical architectural systems in hand of an architect to impact performance of his building, however it's also one of the most complex one.

Here is a list of 12 key attributes you should consider carefully when designing your high-performance facade system.✅

Reach out to me to know more on how we are using new tools and techniques to simulate and test these attributes in design stages of projects.✍️

#aec #envirolyser #greenbuildings #ecoarchitecture #sustainability #energyefficiency #netzeroenergy #netzero #buildings #climateaction #performance #buildingenergy #simulation #buildingenergysimulation

🌆 Urban form matters in the sustainability equa

🌆 Urban form matters in the sustainability equation!

Compact designs boost efficiency, reduce energy use, and foster walkable communities. 🚶‍♂️🏙️

Sprawling layouts often pose challenges, but strategic tech-driven planning can mitigate environmental impact.

Extensive use of Vegetation and Water alleviates heat but add majorly to energy bills of the city.

Let's engineer cities that harmonize with nature. 🌿🏗️ #SustainableCities #UrbanDesign"

Source:
Microclimate and Urban Form in Dubai by H.Thapar & S. Yannas

#urbandesign #greenarchitecture #thermalcomfort #envirolyser #desert #hotclimates #urbanplanning #sustainablecitiesandcommunities #microclimate #walkability #sustainablefutures #waterbodies #landscape

Use Urban Comfort Simulation 🏢🌳🏢 One of

Use Urban Comfort Simulation 🏢🌳🏢

One of the perfect uses of outdoor comfort simulation is to develop spatial understanding of environmental qualities of a design. Its less about absolute numbers than about design direction.

For example, in the images we can see which spaces will be more or less comfortable in our courtyards. Sun here is the main source of discomfort and wind speed are low too.

Such an analysis will now inform location of trees, shading structures, seatings, waterbodies and materials to improve comfort.

Reach out to me if you want to know more.

#Microclimate #envirolyser #architecture #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation #urbandesignmatters #landscape

🌡️ Comfort Code: UTCI 📊✨ UTC-what? 🤔

🌡️ Comfort Code: UTCI 📊✨

UTC-what? 🤔 UTCI—Universal Thermal Climate Index—unpacks the science of outdoor comfort. It's a number that considers air temperature, humidity, radiant load, wind, and more to tell you how comfy you'll feel in any outdoor environment.

💨🍃☀️It's becoming default comfort model to test outdoor design strategies like Massing, Shading, Ventilation, Materials, etc for increasing comfort as part of Urban or Landscape Design.

🌍✨ This is me testing my GH script. It calculates spatially resolved UTCI for any hour of the year and maps it back on geometry.

#UTCI #ComfortScience #thermalcomfort #urbandesign #landscapedesign #simulation #buildingsimulation #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #envirolyser #buildingenergy #buildingscience #energyefficientbuilding

Living in the Garden 🌿 House is Inside and Gar

Living in the Garden 🌿

House is Inside and Garden is Outside.

However, this architectural concept by us, seeks to turn this inside out. It makes a circular garden the heart of the house. 🏡

Designed for a family which loves ‘living in the garden’.

The built can be explored by circumambulating around the unbuilt. 🎯

#envirolyser #homedesign #ecoarchitecture #biophilicdesign #builtform #experience #concept #architecture #buildings #greenhome

An amazing thing about an Architect is that he dre

An amazing thing about an Architect is that he dreams the dreams of his client. Not easy.

Sketching out concept for a family home. 🌳

A special central green space with a waterbody at the heart of the home.

#envirolyser #sketch #home #architecture #concept #handdrawn #ideas #dreamhome

Solving my phone charging problem 📱 Got tired

Solving my phone charging problem 📱

Got tired to putting my phone on ground or pulling tables near the charging points. 😞

My 3d printed phone stand is proving useful and is also quite sturdy in the last few weeks of use. 😊

User feedback ( from family ) has given many ideas on how it can be improved.

Planning to print a few more of these for my home.

Would you find this useful ?

#3dprint #prototyping #mockup #productdesign #envirolyser #rhino3d #solve #weekendvibes

Exploring diagrammatically the interrelationships

Exploring diagrammatically the interrelationships between the Vastu Shastra which uses 32 directions and its dynamic alignment with the sun path on a project.
🌞✨ Looking for harmony between tradition and nature's compass for a balanced and energized interior living space. 🏡🔍
#VastuWisdom #AncientKnowledge #HarmonyInDesign #sunpath #envirolyser #design #diagram

We are Hiring ! 🏢 Please reach out to me direc

We are Hiring ! 🏢

Please reach out to me directly on Instagram , Twitter or LinkedIn to know more. ✍️

😊 Requesting my friends to spread the word.

Just Read it 😀 Sharing the latest book on my d

Just Read it 😀

Sharing the latest book on my desk.

Doing creative work in isolation is different from building a team. Great teams can 10x or even 100x the message we want to send to the world. 👫🧑‍🤝‍🧑

This latest book from Management Guru - Seth Godin packs quite a few gems of wisdom. It puts forth a ‘New Manifesto for Teams’

Will share some more insights in my following posts. 🧘‍♂️

#envirolyser #books #readmore #designteam #readingtime #management #bookphoto #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #designworks

Responsible Luxury instead of Uber Luxury 🏠 Ou

Responsible Luxury instead of Uber Luxury 🏠

Our conceptual proposal for Luxury Villa in Punjab, India.

Here with the client, we are attempting to redefine 'Conventional luxury' thinking as 'Responsible Luxury' with many efforts to decrease environmental impacts of the house.

1) Maximise Greens ( Vegetation ) all around, direct access from various rooms, nature driven instead of manicured gardens, green roofs. 🌿
2) Access to Blues ( Water ) - Rainwater harvesting feeds the water efficient house as well as the fishponds. No swimming pool ! Smart water management. 💦🚿
3) Lowest Energy Use - Well daylit, High efficiency appliances, superior external wall and roof construction. 🧱
4) Large covered outdoor spaces, naturally ventilated for use during monsoon and winter months.
5) Maximise use of locally sourced, natural, unfinished and recycled materials to reduce carbon and biodiversity impacts of materials. 🎯
6) Net Zero Ready 🏆

#envirolyser #residential #villa #ecofriendly #ecoarchitecture #aec #energyefficienthomes #architecture #netzero #embodiedcarbon #buildingenergy

Sun Responsive Facade 🌞 A concept study for an

Sun Responsive Facade 🌞

A concept study for an adaptive facade which responds to changing sun position and over shadowing by surrounding buildings. 🏢

For high solar radiation the facade panels close up ( blue ) and otherwise they open up ( white ) to allow more daylight inside.

#envirolyser #adaptivefacade #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #simulation #buildingperformance #heat #comfort #daylight #ecoarchitecture #design #parametricarchitecture

Park View 😎 = Happiness 😊 This is in contin

Park View 😎 = Happiness 😊

This is in continuation of my post last week on mapping visibility on to a tower. I received some questions. So, sharing a more detailed view into the analysis carried out by us.

The algorithm calculates geometric obstructions to selected objects. In this case, the colours on the tower show the percentage view of the garden ( green points ).

I hope its clearer why visibility goes up the tower and also the two-options show impact of adding an additional block on the tower.

These numbers thus will inform designer on impact of adding that block on the masterplan and they may look for other options if the client doesn't want to sacrifice the views.

We have done such analysis even post-design stage, so as to assist the marketing team identify the premium apartments.

Message me if you want to know more or want analysis of your building design. 🫵

#envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #optimisation #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation #views #viewanalysis #health #envirolyser

3D Voronoi creation inside a solid box and then us

3D Voronoi creation inside a solid box and then using attractor point to modify it. 📐

#rhino7 #grasshopper3d #geometry #play #experiment #weekend #learn #fun #envirolyser

Good View 😎 = Happiness 😊 Views out to gree

Good View 😎 = Happiness 😊

Views out to green 🌳, sky 🌖, water body 🐳or just the expanse outside creates psychological relief and also sensation of pleasure for building occupants.

Hence, we find for example that apartments with a great view sell faster and for higher price.

Analysis image shows quantification on 3 m x 3 m grid on a tower, the visibility of nearby park from these points. You can see visibility goes up the tower.

These numbers can now be used as basis for design improvements or even apartment pricing!

Message me if you want to know more or want analysis of your building design. 🫵

#envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #optimisation #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation #views #viewanalysis #health

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🏡: "Choose Materials Wisely, Build Sustainably"

🏡: "Choose Materials Wisely, Build Sustainably"

Sharing my favourite material selection diagram. The materials we select are our key contribution to a greener future. 🌎✨

Material selection is pivotal in lowering the Global Warming Potential (GWP) of our constructions since:

1️⃣ Lower Carbon Footprint: Opting for materials with low GWP means less greenhouse gas emissions during production and transport. Think recycled content and low-energy manufacturing. 🔄♻️

2️⃣ Energy Efficiency: Smart materials enhance energy performance. Insulation, for instance, can cut heating and cooling needs, reducing your carbon footprint. 🌡️💡

3️⃣ Longevity Matters: Durable materials require fewer replacements, conserving resources and energy over time. Choose quality for a lasting impact. ⏳🏗️

4️⃣ Local Heroes: Sourcing locally reduces transportation emissions and supports regional economies. Win-win! 🌍🚚

5️⃣ Sustainable Sourcing: Certified sustainable materials ensure responsible extraction, supporting ecosystems and livelihoods. 🌿🌲

Every choice we make today shapes our planet's tomorrow. Let's build with purpose and conscience, one material at a time. 💚🏗️ #SustainableBuilding #EcoArchitecture #GreenConstruction #construction #materials #climatechange #SustainableArchitecture #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #DesignTech #buildingscience #envirolyser #architecture #buildings #aec #greenbuilding #rhino3d #radiance #grasshopper3d #builtform #comfort #ecoarchitecture#design

Source: https://materialepyramiden.dk

“What progress, you ask, have I made ? I have be

“What progress, you ask, have I made ? I have begun to be a friend to myself.” ~ Hecato of Rhodes 🏛

Latest book on my desk 📖: ‘Focus on what matters’ by Darius Foroux is a collection of 70 letters inspired by Stoic philosophers like Epictetus and Seneca.

#quote #book #bookstagram #life #work #balance #lifelessons #philosophy

9.5 hrs of baking !😊 Sharing the output of th

9.5 hrs of baking !😊

Sharing the output of the weekend 3dprinting. Clean and Sturdy for its small size. Holding it gives me lots of fun ideas.

Quick sketch to physical prototype process: 💡
Sketch > Rhino > G-Code > 3dprint > Test > Sketch

#3dprinting #3dprint #rhino3d #envirolyser #model #architecture #design #print #prototyping #pla3dprint #pla3dprinting

Edging closer to 1.5 Deg. Celsius! 🌏 Stripes t

Edging closer to 1.5 Deg. Celsius! 🌏

Stripes turn from mainly blue to mainly red in more recent years, illustrating the rise in average temperatures in that location.

The Paris Agreement outlines long-term goals that guide governments towards limiting the global temperature increase to well below 2 °C, while pursuing efforts to limit the increase even further to 1.5 °C 📈

There is a chance that one of the years between 2022 and 2026 will exceed 1.5 °C above pre-industrial levels.

Source:

https://showyourstripes.info/

https://news.un.org/en/story/2022/05/1117842

#climateaction #weather #carbon #construction #aec #sustainability #heatwave #comfort #envirolyser

New ideas are also like planting trees ?🌳
Aren’t they?

#Quote that resonated with me today.

Happy planting ! 🌱

Photo Credit : Harsh Thapar

#quotes #quoteoftheday #thoughts #ideas #envirolyser #environmentdesign #trees #projects #design #buildings

3d printing over the weekend ! 🖨 I am on holid

3d printing over the weekend ! 🖨

I am on holiday but the model is getting auto churned !

#envirolyser #buildingmodels #3dprinting #3dprinted #architecture #buildingenergysimulation #greenarchitecture #greenbuilding #rhino3d #weekendvibes #weekend

Sun Responsive Architecture 🌞 & Corbusier 👓– Part 2 of 2

I got digging online on Corbusier's thinking on solar response in his architecture. There is lots. Sharing some key thoughts in two posts . Hope you read the first one. This is part 2 of 2

Would like to hear your thoughts on this topic.

Sources & Credits: 📚

http://solarhousehistory.com/blog/2013/10/28/le-corbusier-and-the-sun

https://www.architecturaldigest.in/story/chandigarhs-capitol-complex-built-by-le-corbusier-is-an-interplay-of-edifices-and-symbols/

https://www.architectural-review.com/archive/le-corbusier-in-the-sun

https://www.chandigarhweb.com/places/particular.php?id=TE0WF1PG

#corbusier #solar #heliotherapy #shading #modernistarchitecture #SustainableArchitecture #GreenBuilding #lecorbusier #ArchitecturalInnovation #envirolyser #architecture #masterplan #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #site #concept #design

🌿 Exploring Architecture: Mill Owners Associati

🌿 Exploring Architecture: Mill Owners Association Building by Le Corbusier 🏢

Sharing Photos clicked by me on a visit to the iconic Mill Owners Association Building in Ahmedabad, designed by Le Corbusier in 1954

Here are the top 5 sustainable architectural features that make this masterpiece truly exceptional:

1️⃣ Brise-Soleil: Le Corbusier's innovative use of sunbreakers not only adds a striking aesthetic but also acts as a sunshade, reducing heat gain while allowing soft, diffused light to grace the interior spaces. ☀️
2️⃣ Pilotis: Elevating the structure on pilotis not only provides a sense of openness but also aids in natural ventilation, keeping the building cool in Ahmedabad's warm climate. 🌬️
3️⃣ Louvred Windows: These adjustable horizontal louvres offer control over daylight and airflow, ensuring optimal comfort and reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day. 💡
4️⃣ Terraces & Gardens: Le Corbusier integrated rooftop terraces and lush gardens, connecting occupants with nature while providing additional thermal insulation and greenery to combat the urban heat island effect.🌳
5️⃣ Modular Design: The building's modular design aligns with Le Corbusier's Modulor system, harmonizing proportions with human scale for a balanced and pleasant living and working environment. 📏

#lecorbusier #corbusier #ahmedabad #ahmedabaddiaries #concerete #modernistarchitecture #shade #solararchitecture #ArchitecturalInnovation #envirolyser #architecture #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #builtform #concept #design #GreenBuilding

Sun Responsive Architecture 🌞 & Corbusier 👓– Part 1 of 2

I recently got opportunity to revisit the famous Mill Owners Association Building designed by Corbusier in Ahmedabad, India. It's a special building, no doubt about it. For me personally the shading system and interior/exterior shaded permeable open spaces are truly something to experience. 🏢

This got me digging online on Corbusier's thinking on solar response in his architecture. There is lots. Sharing some key thoughts in two posts . This is part 1 of 2

Sources&Credits: In Part 2 📚

#corbusier #solar #heliotherapy #shading #modernistarchitecture #SustainableArchitecture #GreenBuilding #lecorbusier #ArchitecturalInnovation #envirolyser #architecture #masterplan #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #site #concept #design

🌞 Assessing Daylight in Urban Design 🏙️ Ha

🌞 Assessing Daylight in Urban Design 🏙️ Harnessing Building Simulation:

When evaluating performance of built form for a large collection of buildings, like in this masterplan, its important to find a balance between carrying out detailed daylight simulations inside each building ( info overload ! ) and quick feedback useful to optimise urban design/form in early stages of design. 📊

The simulation shows daylight potential /availability on the façade of blocks . The blue have the least and the red ( roofs ) have the highest. This analysis can then be easily used to develop a façade or do changes to improve daylight availability for compromised blocks.👨‍💻

This is important since good daylighting inside eventually means better health, comfort and lower energy & carbon use. 👍

#BuildingSimulation #DaylightAnalysis #UrbanDesign #SustainableArchitecture #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalInnovation #DesignTech #envirolyser #architecture #masterplan #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #radiance #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #builtform #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #site #concept #design

Archetypal buildings for typical climate types 🏠 as identified by S.V. Szokolay in his influential book ‘Thermal Design of Buildings’ published in 1987.

Trained as an architect and later appointed as HOD Architecture at University of Queensland, Australia. ✍️

This book amongst his other works had significant impact on architectural community, helping increase knowledge about science & design of environmental architecture globally.🏡🌲

Much of this building science thinking & data visualisations, later became basis for environmental design software/algorithms that we use today for design of high-performance buildings. 👨‍💻⌨️

#envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #simulation #books #bookstagram #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #builtform #exploration #greenroof #climate #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #site #concept #design #explore #buildingscience

🌿 🏡: "Design Compact: Preserving Nature's Ca

🌿 🏡: "Design Compact: Preserving Nature's Canvas: "

When designing buildings, we have a choice to make – to respect and preserve the larger piece of land/site or disrupt it entirely. 🌱 Choosing the latter may offer short-term gains, but embracing the former holds long-lasting benefits for our environment. 🌎

The images show an early concept massing for a Villa in which we leave about half of the site undisturbed for a natural garden.

By building only on half of land we:

✅ Protect Biodiversity: Maintaining natural habitats allows local flora and fauna to thrive, promoting biodiversity.
✅ Reduce Urban Heat Island Effect: Less paved surface means lower temperatures, creating cooler, healthier urban environments.
✅ Minimize Soil Erosion: Undisturbed soil retains its integrity, preventing erosion and preserving fertile ground.
✅ Carbon Sequestration: Trees and vegetation absorb carbon dioxide, contributing to cleaner air and a healthier planet.
✅ Aesthetic Harmony: Buildings can blend harmoniously with nature, enhancing our connection to the outdoors.

Small footprint, big impact. 🌟

#SustainableDesign #PreserveLand #Microclimate #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #greens #builtform #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #site #concept #design #explore

Data Visualisation for better Design Decisions 😎🏢

I find it very useful that once we get any simulation done in grasshopper its relatively straightforward to visualise the data in different ways along with building geometry. 👍

Simulation Image shows direct sun hours received by each grid point of a courtyard, on 21 Nov of each year. Its now easy to say that deep Orange or Red are the "winter sunny spaces" so let's design an outdoor space exactly there for best use of occupants during pleasant months. 💡

#DesertCourtyardDesign #Microclimate # Deserts #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation #datavisualisation

Urban Form to Create Shade 🏢🌞🏢 Shade or

Urban Form to Create Shade 🏢🌞🏢

Shade or Sun Exposure is the most critical aspect which must be controlled by designers to create climate appropriate built form. For hot climates, like Dubai research shows that built form should maximise shade to allow outdoor & pedestrian life to survive in the extreme heat.🌞

Analysis image show shadow range for blocks. They all have the same built volume. 🕶

The area of shadow cast on the ground increases for a constant built volume (of 57,120 m3) as a function of built form:

(2a) a 63.5 m high tower,
(2b) 35.7 m high blocks,
(2c) 21 m courtyard blocks.

When cities in hot climates opt for high tower built form, like in Dubai , they compromise on the shade and thus urban comfort during daytime. 🗼🧱

#DesertCourtyardDesign #Dubai #outdoor #comfort #thermal #Microclimate #Deserts #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation

Courtyard form can moderate Desert Microclimates:

Courtyard form can moderate Desert Microclimates: 🌵🏛️

Courtyards in hot, dry desert climates are strategic forms. Their orientation, size, materiality and surrounding structures help optimize solar access in them, thus regulating interior air and surface temperatures. 🌤️💡 Designed right, they act as natural climate moderators, providing comfortable outdoor spaces at minimal energy use. 🏜️🌞

This simulation tests the form for solar access ( in hours ) received by the building and around on two key days 21 Dec ( winter solstice ) and 21 June ( summer solstice ).

#DesertCourtyardDesign #Microclimate # Deserts #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #buildingsimulation

“Nothing will work unless you do”. New Book

“Nothing will work unless you do”.

New Book on my Desk ! 📖

Slowly but steadily working to keep up to my reading targets. 📚

Have heard a lot of good reviews about this and will share some gems from this book later. 💎

#work #practise #art #bookstagram #read #envirolyser #design #process #create #businessbooks #practise #dothework #stevenpressfield

Use Sky Component Analysis! 🌆🔍 The Sky Compo

Use Sky Component Analysis! 🌆🔍 The Sky Component (or sometimes VSC) is measure of the amount of sky a surface can see and is used to study daylight availability, solar exposure, night sky re-radiation ( cooling ) potential which influences urban microclimate, energy consumption and comfort in any urban canyon.. 🏢 Useful for optimising urban canyon proportions, orientations, it can help enhance sustainability and comfort in complex urban environments.

#UrbanDesignMetrics #SCAnalysis #buildingenergysimulation #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #ladybug #honeybee #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #comfort #art #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture #performance #microclimate #sustainabledesign

Are we ready for the journey without any guarantee

Are we ready for the journey without any guarantee ? 📖

Sharing something i liked from the book 'Shipping Creative Work' by Seth Godin.

Any thoughts ?

#art #artwork #process #design #architecture #bookstagram #book #envirolyser #practise

Johnson Wax HQ Bldg : 5 Innovations. Most of us kn

Johnson Wax HQ Bldg : 5 Innovations. Most of us know about the distinctive columns but I super like this as there is much more environmental thinking to celebrate.

1. Lilypad Columns: 🍄
Another innovative feature was the use of "lilypad" columns. These uniquely designed columns supported the roof structure while also serving as distribution points for mechanical services. The columns mimicked the shape of lily pads and helped create a sense of organic unity within the space, blending nature-inspired design with functional requirements.

2. Open Plan Office: ⌨️
The Johnson Wax Office featured an open plan layout, a departure from the traditional closed-off office spaces of its time. This design allowed for a more efficient and flexible use of space, maximizing the penetration of natural light and ventilation throughout the office. The open layout also promoted collaboration and communication among employees.

3. Glass Tubing Skylights: 🧪
The office features glass tubing skylights integrated within the brick walls. These innovative skylights captured and directed sunlight into the workspace, adding to the overall daylighting strategy and contributing to the unique aesthetic of the building.

4. Clerestory Windows of Glass Tubes: 🪟
Wright incorporated elevated clerestory windows that allowed ample natural light to permeate the interiors. These windows not only reduced the need for artificial lighting but also created a diffused, comfortable illumination throughout the space.

5. Interior Gardens: 🪴
Wright designed interior gardens with glass walls that brought greenery into the workspace. These gardens not only enhanced the aesthetics but also contributed to improved indoor air quality and provided occupants with a connection to nature, promoting well-being and productivity.

#envirolyser #architecture #casestudy #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #comfort #art #exploration #biophilicdesign #sustainablefutures #daylight #innovations #classicbuilding

Image Source : Internet

🌆🌡️ Beyond the Image: Infrared's Urban Ins

🌆🌡️ Beyond the Image: Infrared's Urban Insight! 🔍🏙️ Unlocking hidden heat patterns, it unveils urban heat dynamics, aiding us in optimizing material use and enhancing comfort. From rooftop gardens to cool pavements, it's our window into the unseen cityscape.

This Infrared or Thermal Image I clicked on a summer afternoon when air temp. was close to 42C , shows surface temperatures of urban materials and is typical of Indian cities in a hot humid climate.

Can you guess the surface temperature difference between :

a) Road & Shaded street ( A’s )
b) White and dark colored roofs ( B’s )
c) White Car and a Black Car ( C’)

#sustainablecities #materialscience #infraredphotography #buildingenergy #buildings #buildingscience #buildingsimulation #energy #carbon #comfort #heatwave #aec #envirolyser #climatechange #smartcities #india #urbanphotography

🏗️🌆 Creating Structural Synergy: 💡🪓

🏗️🌆 Creating Structural Synergy: 💡🪓 Concrete provides robust, well tested support as structure for foundations & basement while we use timber beams, columns, roof in this holiday home to reduce material weight & embodied carbon. It's the future of strength, versatility, and sustainable elegance. 🌍🪚 #CompositeArchitecture #StructuralInnovation #envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #revit #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #comfort #art #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture

Happy Independence Day India ! 🇮🇳 🫡 🇮🇳 Many Forms. Same Flag #architecture #ai #play #fun #independenceday #festival #nation #india #unityindiversity #rangdebasanti #independencedayindia #tricolour #aec #buildings #built #india #independencedayindia #independenceday2023 #envirolyser 🎉🌸 😀🤩

Roofs that Elevate Architecture! 🏢 Exploring co

Roofs that Elevate Architecture! 🏢 Exploring conceptually a bold roof form built with steel ( or better timber ! ) , integrating PV and providing ample shade to the low-rise buildings underneath. 🌞 The lower building will benefit by decreased solar loads, shaded courtyards, larger and more usable rooftop area for the occupants. Tell me if you like it or don’t.
#envirolyser #architecture #sketch #buildings #aec #design #greenbuilding #rhino3d #concept #builtform #comfort #shade #solarprotection #comfort #art #exploration #greenroof #sustainablefutures #ecoarchitecture

🏢⛅️ Try Daylight Autonomy: A good design me

🏢⛅️ Try Daylight Autonomy: A good design metric for daylighting ! 🌞✨ It quantifies the percentage of operational hours when sufficient natural light floods the space, reducing reliance on artificial lighting. A key to energy-efficient, productive, and comfortable workspaces we design for clients. 💡🌿 #DaylightAutonomy #OfficeDesign #SustainableWorkplaces #buildingsimulation #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #ladybug #honeybee #daylight #envirolyser #architecture #green #performance #energy #carbon #interior

🌞 Embrace the Power of Daylight! ☀️ Calcula

🌞 Embrace the Power of Daylight! ☀️ Calculating the daylight factor is like gauging a space's sunlit magic. 🏢✨ A key early-stage metric for us environmental architects, it reveals how natural light dances through offices and when we need to add more or lesser windows🌇✨ Let's sculpt workspaces for daylight using early-stage building simulation💡🌿 #DaylightDesign #sustainablespaces #envirolyser #aec #green #design #buildings #architecture #technology #rhino7 #ladybug #honeybee #grasshopper3d #environment #daylight #offices #workspaces #health #circadianrhythm #buildingsimulation

I provide #sustainability #consultancy to architec

I provide #sustainability #consultancy to architectural firms. Sometime back I supported a firm to optimise their #environmental design concept for a large concept masterplan at #hyderabad. These #solar #simulations were useful for understanding suitability of external spaces around the buildings for functions on summers and winters. Simply put #Blue spaces are great during the hot summers. #buildings #aec #buildingsimulation #rhino3d #honeybee #ladybug #grasshopper3d #design #process #technology #sustainability #envirolyser

Inviting the Blue & Green inside. #moodimage #conc

Inviting the Blue & Green inside. #moodimage #concept #art #imagine #architecture #interior #nature #biophillicdesign #aec #envirolyser #create #explore #buildings #space #green #blue #stones #ai #photoshop #daylighting

Architecture as Nature. An apt metaphor for future

Architecture as Nature. An apt metaphor for future. Photo shot by me near Kondapalle , Andhra Pradesh , India #art #photography #nature #building #aec #envirolyser #future #climate #environment #architecture #green #design #vijayawada #andhrapradesh #stonework #stoneart

So that flowers we plant in our minds may bloom in

So that flowers we plant in our minds may bloom in real life. A courtyard on our sketch board. #Courtyard #environment #envirolyser #design #art #nature #landscape #plants #buildings #aec #future #architecture

A tree for every courtyard ! #architecture #buildi

A tree for every courtyard ! #architecture #building #vegetation #environment #climate #life #envirolyser #landscape #climate #thermalcomfort #cool #heatwave #resilent #design #greenforce

Learning what to #Build must go along the life tim

Learning what to #Build must go along the life time journey of learning how to build. Latest book on my desk called Build by the well known Tony Fadell #design #making #art #business #books #envirolyser #team #inspiration #create #build #architecture #aec #technology #enterpreneur #bookstagram

My piece of the Sky : A small internal #courtyard

My piece of the Sky : A small internal #courtyard allows ample daylight and ventilation in our #building #design. #architecture #art #aec #nature #connection #spiritual #light #day #wind #open #envirolyser

I travelled to Modhera , Gujarat earlier this year

I travelled to Modhera , Gujarat earlier this year was super fascinated with the exquisite architecture of Modhera Sun #temple. It is a fantastic example of temple architecture, built 1000 years ago. It is dedicated to #sun god - Surya and was designed with advanced knowledge of solar geometry. Unfortunately during the medieval period it was partially demolished by armies of Alauddin Khilji. The remains stand testimony to its beauty but a lot is lost. Felt like I wanted to see it unspoilt. I used #AI to imagine what it would have looked if it were intact today. Sharing it with you. #AI #architecture #art #future #vision #artificialintelligence #buildings #environment #heritage #conservation #history #india #gujarat #culture #ahmedabad #ahmedabad_instagram #archilovers #technology #digitalart

Sharing image of my second ever project to get bui

Sharing image of my second ever project to get built , the 250 bed, Fortis Shalimarbagh Hospital, New Delhi. It was as part of Mani Chowfla Architects previously called Stein Mani Chowfla . This project started my journey in green buildings after we designed it to become the first green rated energy efficient hospital building in India. It achieved 3 star Griha Rating which was quite a feat at the time for a hospital building.

Do you also think sketching the early concepts is

Do you also think sketching the early concepts is a super fun stage of any building project ? #architecture #aec #vision #rough #ideas #thoughts #envirolyser #future #options #create #vision #art #sketch

The inside derives value and energy from the outsi

The inside derives value and energy from the outside. Sharing a mood image we created for our project. #envirolyser #architecture #interior #ai #buildings #nature #garden #view #construction #hotel #residential #homes #art

#chandrayaan3 and #isro are inspiring a new genera

#chandrayaan3 and #isro are inspiring a new generation of scientists and explorers. Truly proud of their journey to the moon 🌙 A life time moment, step forward, to cherish for #india

Residential project under design . #brutalistarchi

Residential project under design . #brutalistarchitecture take on the #building #form #materials

For all of us who love ample parking and bear the

For all of us who love ample parking and bear the super hot surface temperatures due to the black asphalt everywhere in the city !

St. Philomena’s Catherdral in #Mysuru is a defin

St. Philomena’s Catherdral in #Mysuru is a definite eye cather. Built in 1843 by French architect by name of Daly , it’s twin spires at 53 m height are one of Asia’s tallest. Imposing, built in Neo Gothic style it’s grey color lends it a very powerful appearance in real life. #architecture #envirolyser #aec #buildings #design #heritage #built #stone

Evaluating the #NetZero Building Designs at Solar

Evaluating the #NetZero Building Designs at Solar Decathlon India Finals held at Infosys Campus #Mysuru on 26 May! @solardecathlonindia #netzero #buildings #architecture #aec #environment #urbanism #cities #future #envirolyser #simulation #energy #water #carbon

Jagmohan Palace built in 1861 now converted into a

Jagmohan Palace built in 1861 now converted into an #art gallery in #Mysuru . Beautiful life like mural #sculpture #buildings #architecture #heritage #old #conserved

Mysuru Railway Station still holds on to its small

Mysuru Railway Station still holds on to its small town charm. It’s accessible, recognisable, human scale, yet feels grand. Such great character, as compared to the new #railway station #buildings coming up in #India #architecture #aec #construction #design #art #envirolyser

Outskirts of #Mysuru this evening ! Lots of #green

Outskirts of #Mysuru this evening ! Lots of #green and #blue for the @solardecathlonindia finals tomorrow.

Flower Pot with an awesome #hairstyle #art #unique

Flower Pot with an awesome #hairstyle #art #unique #ceramic #pottery #landscape Photo Credits : Harsh Thapar

Delighted to be invited as jury for 2023 Solar Dec

Delighted to be invited as jury for 2023 Solar Decathlon India Finals at Infosys Campus #Mysore. It’s going to be all about creating the next generation of sustainable #buildings with Net Zero #energy , Net Zero water use and minimising embodied #carbon with #design and #technology #envirolyser @solardecathlonindia

Use of terracotta pots to reduce concrete volume ,

Use of terracotta pots to reduce concrete volume , #carbon and #embodied #energy of cast in situ slabs! #buidlings #architecture #green #netzero #aec #sustainability #envirolyser Credits : Santosh Narayan, Lithoseum

Reading the latest book by #SethGodin What are you

Reading the latest book by #SethGodin What are you reading today ? #books #design #work #aec #buildings #art

#multispecies #building #architecture #cept #campu

#multispecies #building #architecture #cept #campus #ahmedabad #envirolyser #environment

Revisited the simple yet powerful spaces of IIM #A

Revisited the simple yet powerful spaces of IIM #Ahmedabad #building by Louis Kahn . Unfortunately the building is in bad shape, mostly empty due to poor construction quality but I really hope it can be conserved instead of being broken down. Time is running out for this heritage building. #architecture #modern #brick #envirolyser #aec #sustainability

Recent exploration using #ai #shading #building #a

Recent exploration using #ai #shading #building #architecture #future #envirolyser #aec

Digital Twin for a full City can become a powerful

Digital Twin for a full City can become a powerful tool to manage energy , water , waster , traffic , IOT devices and even microclimate. In Amaravati Capital City #Andhra #India with the Govt of AP we were developing a full city digital twin that would help also with Citizen engagement. Powered by #cityzenith Platform #sustainability #envirolyser #green #buildings #technology

I asked #ai to create #building images based on se

I asked #ai to create #building images based on selected keywords related to #integrated #design of #netzero #sustainable #green . Took only a few minutes for it to create number of options! Sharing a few .. What do you think of #ai #architect ?

Looking forward to share some of my thoughts on #I

Looking forward to share some of my thoughts on #Integrated #Architecture for High #Performance #Building tomorrow at #Solar Decathlon India @solardecathlonindia #envirolyser

There is something simple yet powerful about a sca

There is something simple yet powerful about a scaffolding structure.. don’t you agree ? #architecture #envirolyser #buildings #construction #aec #manufacturing

Dolunay Villa located in Turkey, on a remote site

Dolunay Villa located in Turkey, on a remote site facing the agean sea, is an exquisite little project I got to work while at Foster and Partners , U.K. Wonderful to see it now finished. Sharing some photos #architecture #home #envirolyser #details Photo credit: Nigel Young / Foster and Partners

#3dprinted a small part required for an #experimen

#3dprinted a small part required for an #experiment setup. #envirolyser #3dprinting #fun #build #try #prototyping #diy

Wind #Simulation with #CFD technique makes underst

Wind #Simulation with #CFD technique makes understanding wind movement easy ! Key for developing natural #ventilation , #comfort strategies as well as studying #structural loads on to buildings. This simulation carried out by us, uses Large Eddy Simulation, an advanced #math model , for calculating vortex shedding of winds around a tall square tower. So you know wind is not constant and always buffets creating varying field of high and low speeds and pressures. #envirolyser #architecture #green #design #buildings #prediction #energy #aec #engineering #netzero #climatechange

Looking for a job ? This is my advice..always! #q

Looking for a job ? This is my advice..always! #quote #fun #life #work #design #architecture #buildings #worklifebalance #envirolyser

Latest useful and neat looking addition to our too

Latest useful and neat looking addition to our tools cabinet. It’s a 3 vial water level for confirming plum , level and 45 Degree readings. #tools #architecture #interiordesign #buildings #measure #envirolyser #woodworking #making #design

Our beloved Tricolor installed at my place to mark

Our beloved Tricolor installed at my place to mark the important occasion of 75 years of India’s Independence! Wishing all fellow Indians and friends of India, a very happy Independence Day!

Sharing a sneak preview of a recent multifamily re

Sharing a sneak preview of a recent multifamily residential building concept done by us at #Envirolyser . #live #work #architecture #mixed #house #built #home #design #building #people #space #urban #life #city #environment

It was fun using Images to create Geometry via Gra

It was fun using Images to create Geometry via Grasshopper for Rhino. Found it a potentially useful workflow for projects. #envirolyser #test #Image #rhino #3d #grasshopper #script #Architecture #Interior #Installation #Art #Design #Sculpture #experiment #play #subhashchandrabose

I wrapped up an online course called ' Transformin

I wrapped up an online course called ' Transforming your Organisation with the #UN #SDGs ' to develop more understanding of Targets and Indicators behind the 17 #UN Sustainable Development Goals. The 169 Targets and 244 Indicators were ratified by all UN nations in 2015. Original Wedding Cake Diagram By J. Lokrantz #environment #envirolyser #ESG #sustainability

We applied an algorithmic solver to test hundred o

We applied an algorithmic solver to test hundred of positions of bending a glass facade to find the one with absolutely minimum solar radiation exposure. Fully glass box buildings consume huge amounts of energy for cooling! Can such a glass box buildings be optimised for higher performance ? We think Yes! Result here was a star shaped plan configuration in which glazing receives 23 % less solar radiation than a conventional glass box. Which implies huge savings in cooling energy and more comfort at less cost. #grasshopper3d #energyefficient #buildings #architecture #sustainability #design #simulation #envirolyser #formfinding #rhino3d

3d printed connectors for paper tubes #mockup #rhi

3d printed connectors for paper tubes #mockup #rhino #3dprinting #envirolyser #prototyping #structure #recycle #diy #testing #experiment #building #architecture

Village boundary wall made with waste slate in #Ma

Village boundary wall made with waste slate in #Markapur #prakasam #Andhra Pradesh

A script to automate sculpting a building mass, to

A script to automate sculpting a building mass, to assure sun access in selected winter months & hours into courtyard of a building. Sun access is cold climates is essential for health , hygiene, comfort and to lower energy use #grasshopper #rhino #envirolyser #sustainabledesign #performance

I had great fun delivering a 2-day training worksh

I had great fun delivering a 2-day training workshop on #LadyBug and #Honeybee plugins for #Rhino 7 Grasshopper. These tools have become essential for designers working on low #energy #buildings and #passive #architecture . Let me know if you want to know more. #envirolyser #rhino3d

Done! Automated Climate Analysis Script to plot ke

Done! Automated Climate Analysis Script to plot key information for any city ! #envirolyser #analysis #data #Grasshopper #ladybug

One of my favourite #construction site machines. A

One of my favourite #construction site machines. A Concrete Boom Truck ! Love the way they can extend and reach far.. This is a throwback pic from my site #Amaravati High Court In 2019 #architecture #building #constructionequipment

Looking forward to Judge the finals of Solar Decat

Looking forward to Judge the finals of Solar Decathlon India competition tomorrow. Will be honoured to join a panel of distinguished jury composed of well know experts from field of architecture construction and engineering. Join us to watch the amazing finalists live on YouTube ! #netzero #EnergyEfficiency #greenbuilding #solardecathlonindia

#3dprinting some small parts #manufacturing #3dmod

#3dprinting some small parts #manufacturing #3dmodeling #rapidprototyping #design #test #build #envirolyser

I have often wondered why receiving a certificate

I have often wondered why receiving a certificate feels so satisfying. Anyways, my latest one! #affordable #housing #architecture #india #thermal #comfort #design #sustainability #energyefficiency

Always a pleasure to spend time in the India Habit

Always a pleasure to spend time in the India Habitat Center courtyard. #visual delight #thermal comfort #culture #art #architecture #envirolyser #buildings #newdelhi

Delighted to be part of Solar Decathlon India 🇮

Delighted to be part of Solar Decathlon India 🇮🇳 Top competition for innovative #netzero #architecture #buildings #environment #envirolyser

Have grown up on real stories of how my kin #Sukhd

Have grown up on real stories of how my kin #SukhdevThapar & his frnds #BhagatSingh #Rajguru fought for India’s freedom. Grandma’s narration of these braves are some of my cherished memories. I thought it only apt to mark this #ShaheedDiwas by reading more about our family #hero !

A conceptual massing exploration we carried out re

A conceptual massing exploration we carried out recently ! Circular form with openings spiralling along the verticality. #architecture #form #buildings #random #environment #urban #height #envirolyser #play #explore #tall #aec #create #model

We have been searching for sustainable wood option

We have been searching for sustainable wood options and I am sharing one option that remains unexplored. That’s palm wood . Yes ! You read it right. Palm wood amply found in South #India and #Asia when harvested at end of tree life is a beautiful, unique coloured and #sustainable wood option. Researching it for a #building project. #architecture #interiordesign #envirolyser

Sky view is a key parameter that influences how ou

Sky view is a key parameter that influences how outdoor spaces heatup and cool during day and night cycle. A VSC simulation usually used for evaluating sky access for windows is used here to simply identify spaces with low and high sky view availability which can then be linked to their preferred use by designers #simulation #urban #buildings #performance #comfort #energyefficiency #environment #envirolyser

This might save you reading through hours of Budge

This might save you reading through hours of Budget reports and articles ! I share my notes on the #India FY #budget2022 from perspective of #aec #architecture #engineering and #construction http://www.envirolyser.com/2022/02/05/notes-from-economic-budget-of-india-fy-2022-23/ Hope it helps you get up to speed in less then 10 min ! #envirolyser

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi . One of the amazing projec

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi . One of the amazing projects in which I was deeply involved, when working at Foster and Partners in London . We created contemporary architecture inspired by time tested environmental design principles . The photo shows, what I believe is the worlds largest evaporative cooling tower created to cool narrow shaded outdoor spaces, in evening and dramatically improve comfort in this desert community #buildings #buildingsimulation #envirolyser #lowcarbon #thermalcomfort Photo Credit : Foster+Partners

For some of us who find that it’s easier to gras

For some of us who find that it’s easier to grasp things visually. We tried to Decode the Energy Conservation Building Code for India into a diagram for easy reference. Hope you find it useful. #ecbc #energyefficiency #buildings #envirolyser #sustainability #architecture

Very satisfying to see how this wooden model comes

Very satisfying to see how this wooden model comes together cleanly #architecture #envirolyser #wood #shading

A successful test output at importing Open street

A successful test output at importing Open street map data for Singapore using the Caribou plugin for #grasshopper3d #envirolyser Very handy tool for site context model generation.

Adequate Sun Access is key to health and hygiene.

Adequate Sun Access is key to health and hygiene. Parametric software today empower us to understand this often complex relationship between the sun & our occupied spaces. Here is an example when we employed it to help a client understand how much sun she can expect on her balcony. #envirolyser #architecture #simulation #buildingsimulation #buildingenergysimulation

Sometime back I was part of wonderful event organi

Sometime back I was part of wonderful event organised by Consciouslab at London . Photo Clicked by J. Perugia #HarshThapar #envirolyser

It takes some effort but I love to finally reach a

It takes some effort but I love to finally reach a clean 3D model :)

On request of a client we recently compared “sun

On request of a client we recently compared “sun/sky dome” over 8 Indian cities. Once they saw the difference between Srinagar and Trivandrum it was obvious how sun exposure on #buildings is so very different in south and north latitudes. Requires a different #design response. #simulation #buildingsimulation #buildingenergysimulation

Introducing my young nephew to the artillery! #ar

Introducing my young nephew to the artillery! #art #fun Happy to get my hands of my computer on to pencils ✏️

Creative, Skilful , Simple, Useful, Sustainable #c

Creative, Skilful , Simple, Useful, Sustainable #craft source : not clicked by me.

Rediscovering my old library. Still find this clas

Rediscovering my old library. Still find this classic #Building #Construction book by W.B. McKay fascinating. Had found it and invested into it during college.

Something I remind myself and my #sustainable #des

Something I remind myself and my #sustainable #design clients : “Good things take time..” Do you agree ?

Sometimes the colors look interesting by serendipi

Sometimes the colors look interesting by serendipity or maybe it’s just the effort which colours our sensibilities

#quote #sustainability source : rainforest challen

#quote #sustainability source : rainforest challenge website

A little Red-wattled Lapwing has decided to lay he

A little Red-wattled Lapwing has decided to lay her eggs in the middle of our construction site. We decided not to disturb her and all the works are moving around her as she peacefully watches 😊😀 🐧#environmentday

Solar Decathlon India is a leading competition, to

Solar Decathlon India is a leading competition, to empower the next generation to innovate industry-ready ideas for combating Climate Change in the buildings sector. More than 100 architecture and engineering institutes have participated. Looking forward to being part of this amazing effort by the organisers and the teams. #netzeroenergy #netzerowater #netzerowaste #climateresilient @iihs_in #AEEE #IUSSTF #sustainability #architecture

Pencil and Paper remain my favourite to resolve de

Pencil and Paper remain my favourite to resolve design ideas in my mind #sketching #architecture

Turbulent nature of natural #ventilation flows are

Turbulent nature of natural #ventilation flows are not easy to visualise. In this video I could catch cold outside air from the window falling into the warmer room made visible by the #smoke. The patterns and speeds were ever changing with the regular buffeting of the #wind outside.

As part of ongoing research on science of Wuhan #C

As part of ongoing research on science of Wuhan #Covid-19 infection spread within #buildings we identified that knowledge on #Ventilation issues is minimal in Industry world-wide. So here is an infographic which we created to give insight into the unseen.

Check out this cool 3D visualisation of the popula

Check out this cool 3D visualisation of the population density of the world ! #cities #urbanism #climate #sustainability Source: www.pudding.cool/2018/10/city_3d/

Reminded today of the beautiful Living Root Bridge

Reminded today of the beautiful Living Root Bridges in Meghalaya . Perfect hybrid of Nature and Structure #architecture #ecology

Happy Republic Day ! India ! A land of most beaut

Happy Republic Day ! India ! A land of most beautiful dance , music and arts. 🇮🇳

#solarpv powered #lowenergy House Concept #Amarava

#solarpv powered #lowenergy House Concept #Amaravati #India

#Bangalore ITC Gardenia Hotel #building

#Bangalore ITC Gardenia Hotel #building

#Bangalore #britishrajbuildings #architecture

#Bangalore #britishrajbuildings #architecture

Street Musicians Still frequest Andhra Streets esp

Street Musicians Still frequest Andhra Streets especially during religious festivals.. reminds me of all the culture and arts being gradually lost to the fast paced life.

Shopping Under the Trees : A Beautiful Village Mar

Shopping Under the Trees : A Beautiful Village Market near Pusapatirega, Vizianagaram

Cutting Through Granite at Matur , Andhra Pradesh

Cutting Through Granite at Matur , Andhra Pradesh

The beautiful and yet unspoilt beach at Bapatala #

The beautiful and yet unspoilt beach at Bapatala #andhrapradesh

The old quarter created in the Char Minar District

The old quarter created in the Char Minar District should be a pointer at what Indian planners achieved in the past . It's a beautiful and coherent urban vision. Just requires cleaning up #architecture #urbandecay #hyderabad

Game On! Constructions start in Amaravati Govt Com

Game On! Constructions start in Amaravati Govt Complex #andhra #vijayawada #buildings

Sultanpur National Park : a quiet oasis for nature

Sultanpur National Park : a quiet oasis for nature despite being just a 50 kilometres away from Delhi

The domed Ceiling at the Humayun tomb #architectur

The domed Ceiling at the Humayun tomb #architecture #buildings

The favourite office space of Delhi , India Habita

The favourite office space of Delhi , India Habitat Centre designed by Joseph Allen Stein #architecture #buildings

Buddha ji's Statue and Maya Stupa remains at Amara

Buddha ji's Statue and Maya Stupa remains at Amaravati near Vijayawada #india #buddhism

I got the honour to present the new Andhra Pradesh

I got the honour to present the new Andhra Pradesh Assembly building to the Hon'ble President of India Sh. Ram Nath Kovind 😀

Dindi on Godavari . Andhra Pradesh . India

Dindi on Godavari . Andhra Pradesh . India

The small banyan tree at Gandhinagar

The small banyan tree at Gandhinagar

I always love seeing a Scaffolding. what a beautif

I always love seeing a Scaffolding. what a beautiful structural system..simple and useful

Albert Bridge #london

Albert Bridge #london

London travel mini cards . So much to see and do a

London travel mini cards . So much to see and do always .

Interesting Scale of Model. #architecture

Interesting Scale of Model. #architecture

What a grand postbox. RAA #london

What a grand postbox. RAA #london

Morning walk Outskirts of London #landscapephotogr

Morning walk Outskirts of London #landscapephotography

Delighted to presented the detailed concepts for A

Delighted to presented the detailed concepts for Amaravati Govt Complex to Hon'b CM Mr Chandrababu Naidu and take his valuable views on how to further the design . #vijayawada #india #architecture

Cabin on the East Bank Canal at Vallurpalem Lock #

Cabin on the East Bank Canal at Vallurpalem Lock #India #architecture

The fertile lands of Guntur #india

The fertile lands of Guntur #india

Hussain Sagar #Hyderabad #india #lake

Hussain Sagar #Hyderabad #india #lake

On way to Dehra #india

On way to Dehra #india

On way to Dehra #india #nature

On way to Dehra #india #nature

Haridwar #old #house #india #buildings

Haridwar #old #house #india #buildings

High Court at Hyderabad built around 1919 by the N

High Court at Hyderabad built around 1919 by the Nizam

Studying the planning and function of the Madurai

Studying the planning and function of the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court

Pasumalai, Madurai , India #forest #nature

Pasumalai, Madurai , India #forest #nature

Meenakshi Temple , Madurai , India #architecture

Meenakshi Temple , Madurai , India #architecture

Meenakshi Temple , Madurai , India #architecture

Meenakshi Temple , Madurai , India #architecture

Honoured to Interact with Hon'b Chief Minister of

Honoured to Interact with Hon'b Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Mr Chandrababu Naidu and Hon'b High Commissioner of UK to India Sir Dominic Asquith in Amaravati

The Lion hand rest in Andhra Pradesh Assembly . Li

The Lion hand rest in Andhra Pradesh Assembly . Lions and India have a long love story .

A decade of travelling European skies .

A decade of travelling European skies .

#London in #summers. Rare delight

#London in #summers. Rare delight

Oxford Street #London #summer

Oxford Street #London #summer

In middle of London I have always found the woods

In middle of London I have always found the woods of great beauty and ecological value. Something for Indian cities to adopt. #tootingcommon

A very successful presentation on 22 nd May. Histo

A very successful presentation on 22 nd May. History in made with a LOT of behind the scene work. #amaravati #newcapital #architecture #presentation

Windsor from 500 meters #uk#london #architecture

Windsor from 500 meters #uk#london #architecture

Does a small window make the view more precious #l

Does a small window make the view more precious #london #aerial #photography

Heathrow T5 #london #uk #architecture #detail

Heathrow T5 #london #uk #architecture #detail

Punts at River Cam , Cambridge #uk #architecture #

Punts at River Cam , Cambridge #uk #architecture #river

River Cam. Cambridge #uk #architecture

River Cam. Cambridge #uk #architecture

One of my sketches I found while clearing old stuf

One of my sketches I found while clearing old stuff. #handsketch #london #art

Mumbai International Terminal T2 #india #airport

Mumbai International Terminal T2 #india #airport

High Court #hyderabad

High Court #hyderabad

Courting the light at No 1 , Hyderabad High Court

Courting the light at No 1 , Hyderabad High Court #architecture

River Krishna #amaravati #indialove

River Krishna #amaravati #indialove

Charting the Amaravati Govt Complex Lands #india

Charting the Amaravati Govt Complex Lands #india

Traffic Jam on the village dirt road #amaravati #i

Traffic Jam on the village dirt road #amaravati #india

Building the Dream #future #city #amaravati #india

Building the Dream #future #city #amaravati #india

Atrium . Looking up or looking down ?

Atrium . Looking up or looking down ?

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