SOUKYA ,BENGALURU SITE PLANNING

CASE STUDY
LOCATION
• This center is located in outskirts of East Bengaluru ,which is
approximately 50 minutes away from airport.
• Soukya Road, Whitefield, Samethanahali,Karntaka,560067.
RESIDENTIAL
BLOCKS

AYURVEDIC
GARDEN
SWIM
POOL
TREATMENT
RESIDENTIAL CENTER
BLOCKS SWIMMING POOL SUITES BACKYARD
• The last northernmost zone is the private zone with residential quarters
SITE CONTEXT
YOGA
and spa.
• The sites located in outskirts of Bengaluru with farmlands surrounded HALL • The westernmost corner is green zone where organic farming is done
RECEPTION
from all sides. AND ADMIN which is used in the café.

AREA OF THE PROJECT

PARKING
• Site Area: 30 Acres
• Built Up Area: 8 Acres
• Recreational and Landscape: 10 Acres
• Other land consist of farmlands ORGANIC
• Stone Blocks on the water Body FARMING

DELUXE ROOM PLAN 85 SQMT

ENTRANCE DELUXE ROOM DELUXE BATHROOM

DELUXE SPECIAL ROOM DELUXE SPECIAL BATHROOM DELUXE SPECIAL ROOM PLAN
85 SQMT

ADMIN RECEPTION WAITING AREA YOGA HALL ADMIN AND RECEPTION PATHWAY
SUPER DELUXE SPECIAL ROOM SUPER DELUXE SPECIAL BATHROOM

ABOUT THE CENTER:

• Naturopathy center situated in Bengaluru, is situated on 3o Acres of Beautifully cultivated
land ,the country side in east Bengaluru, about 50 mins from airport.
• The design is climate responsive and is very well known for its healing gardens and DINING SPACE OUTDOOR DINING SPACE
designed along the nine structures of the naturopathy center
• Soukya offers an extensive range of systems of medicine and therapies all under one roof SUITES SUITES
SPATIAL ARRANGEMENT SUITES 204 – 438 SQM
• These include
• Entrance and admin SUPER DELUXE SPECIAL ROOM
• AYURVEDA PLAN 304SQM
• HOMEOPATHY • Residential rooms
• NATUROPATHY • Spa and Ayurveda center
• YOGA • Yoga and meditation place.
• ACUPUNCTURE • Recreational spaces
• REFLEXOLOGY • Organic farming. INDOOR GAME SPACE RAINWATER HARVESTING
• ACUPRESSURE • The medical center, the administrative center, the yoga hall, the therapy ORGANIC GARDEN
center, the dining hall, and the four residential clusters are all built in the
South Indian traditional style, making use of as many local and handmade
materials as possible.
• The zoning is done with respect to climate analysis and the circulation of the
place. The initial buildings are the ones with temporary activities and which
require easy road access like the therapy places, entrance admin etc. YOGA HALL ENTRY
SOLAR PANELLING WALKING TRACK

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NAVJIVAN NATURE CURE CENTRE
DESIGN APPROACH :
CASE STUDY
LOCATION
• Situated in Kachchh on India's west 5
12
13
coast, 4 15
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• Navjivan rests 34km from Bhuj and 14
22km from Mandvi,370485
16

AREA 3
• 20 ACRES
• TOTAL BUILT
ENTRANCE DOCTOR’S
UP :3515 SQMT
ACCOMDATION
CLIMATE
• Hot in summers 17
• Moderate in
monsoon
• Cool in
8 10
winters.
• The navjivan 1 SECURITY CABIN 10 SPECIAL TREATMENT CENTER

center is so 2 CHILDRENS PARK 11 YOGA HALL

isolated from
7 3 STAFF QUARTERS 12 BHAV KUTIR

city, it is 4 CAR PARKING 13 KITCHEN AND DINING HALL

situated in
OIL MASSAGE ACUPUNCTURE 5 DORMITORIES 14 DOME
village area,
• Its benefit for ROOM ROOM 6 DOCTOR’S BANGLOW 15 DELUXE ROOM

7 RECEPTION AREA 16 SPECIAL ROOM

center because 1
their SR NO. ROOMS 2 6 8 GENTS TREATMENT CENTER 17 MANGO FARM

9 LADIES TREATMENT
atmosphere is
well 1 RECEPTION AREA
maintained. 2 ACCOUNTANT OFFICE
3 MANAGER’S OFFICE
ABOUT THE CENTER 4 AUDIO/VISUAL ROOM
• The navjivan center is so isolated from city,
5 SHOP
• It is situated in village area, its benefit for
center because their atmosphere is well 6 DOCTOR’S CABIN FOOT MASSAGE FULL BODY MAGNET
maintained. 7 SEMI OPEN SITTING SPACE MASSAGE
• The center is spread across 14 acres of land,
offering a breathtaking view of the lush 8 DOCTOR’S CABIN
landscapes outside the crowded city limits. 9 DOCTOR’S CABIN
• In addition to the 100acres that the center
occupies in farmland. 10 DOCTOR’S CABIN
COURTYARD LANDSCAPE
• Where organic cultivation of medicinal herbs, 11 TOILET
vegetable sand fruits is done.
ADMINSTRATION BLOCK
• Facilities they provide:
• Meditation ORGANIC
• Yoga FARMING
• Acupuncture RECEPTION YOGA HALL
• Panchkarma COURTYARD
• Hydrotherapy MAGNET THERAPY GAU SHALA DINING AREA
• Physiotherapy
• Body massage
• Acupressure
• The built forms are g structure. Between the built masses there are courtyard which is allow the natural
light. audio/visual room also use as interaction space. The guest are gather here from their free time of
whole schedule. They enjoyed here to watch t.v
ACCOMDATION BLOCK DESCRIPTION
• SPECIOUS STANDARD ROOMS -A.C AND
NON A.C
• SPECIAL DELUXE ROOMS - A.C AND NON
A.C BLOCKS AREA (SQMT)
• SPECIAL COTTAGE FOR SANT
• SPECIAL COTTAGES FOR HANDICAPPED ADMINSTRATION AREA 350
PEOPLE
• DORMITORIES [Link] QUARTER FOR TREATMENT SECTION 520
DESIGN CONSIDERATION STAFF
• It is built on a comparatively more contoured site RELAXATION AND RECREATION AREA 235
• RESIDENTIAL BUNGALOW FOR DOCTOR.
• Buildings are placed at special angles following the ACCOMDATION BLOCK
ACCOMDATION 1940
natural light and air directions and earth’s energy fields. THERAPY BLOCK
• The micro climate gets significantly affected due to small • FOYER KITHEN + DINING 320
drafts of wind getting created and making atmosphere • MASSAGE ROOM
cooler than the surrounding context. • STEAM BODY MASSAGE ROOM OTHER 150
• The immediate perception of site are a also gets increased • AYURVEDA MASSAGE ROOM
due to limited framed vistas and thus the site appears much ORGANIC FARMLAND 6
• JACUSSI ROOM
bigger in circulation than actual enhancing the over all • UNDER WATER MASSAGE ROOM ACCOMDATION ROOM ACCOMDATION ROOM ACCOMDATION ACCOMDATION
experience of moving around the site.
• The design of centre is based on traditional architecture.
the courtyard concept,and circulation is like a street pattern
.the centre’s all activities part of courtyards,and courtyard
creates clean environment ,give the cool and fresh
breezes .
• Bhuj’s climate is hot so the land the site is gradually
contoured. The highest point of contoured reception and
doctor’s cabin is located. All activities opens up into the
courtyard which is make the cool breeze to inside area and
which is also allow the natural light due to the open
courtyard. MALE THERAPY BLOCK PHYSIOTHERAPY DETOX UNDER WATER
AYUVEDIC MASSAGE ROOM
• The cottages are placed on special angle with surrounding MALE THERAPY SECTION MALE THERAPY BLOCK PLAN SECTION AT CC’ ROOM MASSAGE ROOM
green space. all built masses merge with landscaping.

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 SHANKUS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER, AHMEDABAD CASE STUDY
LOCATION
• Ahmedabad- Mehsana Highway,
Amipura,Mehsana,Gujarat 384435
SITE CONTEXT
• 7.5 m wide main road with 2 m wide
footpath
• ISCKON TEMPLE on the western side of
the side INDIA MAP
• Covered with Farmlands on all other three
sides. SR NO. SPACES AREA(SQMT) NO. OF UNIT
• Located 24kms away from Mehsana Airport 1 RECEPTION AREA 35.85 1
• Climate: Hot and Dry 2 ADMIN 12.5 1
AREA OF THE PROJECT 3 DOCTORS CABIN 18.6 1
• Site Area: 6.57 Acres (27315 [Link]) 4 PUBLIC TOILET 3 2
• Built Up Area: 5526 [Link]
5 AYURVEDIC SHOP 18.6 1
ABOUT THE CENTER: SITE SECTION
6 COURTYARD 28.95 4
• 75-80 no. of user per month.
• Shankus natural health center is an
institute for yoga & naturopathy Ayurveda
recognized by govt. of India & Ahmedabad
govt.
• It is a well-equipped naturopathic and
Ayurveda center having all modern
treatment facilities, in lush green area with
AC. rooms .It is a drug-free center, providing
SITE AERIAL VIEW
all treatment by way of yoga or SR SPACES AREA NO. OF
NO. (SQMT) UNITS
naturopathy. the beautiful, calm and serene
atmosphere helps the clients to relax and 1 THERAPY ROOM 12.36 10
rejuvenate themselves.
SITE ENTRANCE
2 MULTIPURPSE ROOM 12.30 1

3 WAITING ROOM 60 2
CIRCULATION
CIRCULATION: 4 MASSAGE ROOM 20 4
NATURAL LIGHT THROUGH HALL FOR LECTURES AND
ROOF IN THERAPY ROOM MEETINGS
WATER BODY
• The circulation is longitudinal and transverse direction, which creates simple paths & is easy in movement SR NO. SPACES AREA (SQMT) NO. OF
UNITS 5 GYM 20 1
1 RECEPTION AREA AND ADMIN 56 1
DESIGN APPROACH :
2 COURTYARD 290 1 6 ACUPUNCTURE 20 2
• The architect has used symmetrical plan with courtyards and open spaces.
WALKAWAY
• Slopping roof given for its traditional look. flat gutter and also they have used vault in therapy area. 3 ROOM (TYPE A) 30 18
7 COURTYARD 320 2,1
• All the structures are single storey and well connected with each other. ROOM (TYPE B) 60 2
• It is believed by the architect that single storey structure helps us to connect with earth and also establishes contact with it.

ENTRY ACUPRESSURE MALE THERAPY DOME FRICTION BATH MUD THERAPY

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PARKING

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RECEPTIONAL AND WAITING AREA

BUILDING ZONING SITE ZONING
CENTRAL GATHERING AREA
SITE PLAN RESIDENTIAL ROOMS
THERAPY AREA
HYDROTHERAPY POOL
MUD THERAPY AREA
KITCHEN AND DINING AREA
DOCTORS QUARTERS RESIDENTIAL ROOM
GREEN COURTYARD STAFF QUARTERS
BETWEEN RESIDENTIAL COURTYARD GALLERY IN ADMIN RAINWATER RESIDENTIAL ROOM PLAN
WATER BODY ORGANIC FARMING ORGANIC FARMING ENTRANCE DROP OFF GAU SHALA PUNCHKARMA ROOM PLAN MASSAGE ROOM
ROOMS AREA HARVESTING

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DESIGN PROGRAMME CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
PATIENTS PARKING

STAFF PARKING
STAFF
PARKING

STAFF
QUARTER

PARKING MEDICAL VAN

PARKING

DINING
ZONE
GUEST PARKING
THERAPY
ROOMS

ACCOMDAT RECEPTION
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RECREATION
RECEPTION AND
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WAITING AREA
OAT

MANAGERS OFFICE
PARKING ADMIN OFFICE
ACCOUNTANTS
OFFICE
PUBLIC AREA
STAFF LOCKER
ROOMS

MEETING HALL

MEDICINE SHOP

FRUIT AND JUICES

RECREATIONAL SHOP
ZONE/ ACTIVITY
AREA OPEN AIR THETRE
STAFF
PARKING
MEDITATION HALL

NATUROPATHY CENTER AT PUNE

SWIMMING PPOL

LIBRARY

STAFF THERAPY ROOMS

QUARTER
MASSAGE ROOMS

MAGNET THREPY

HYDROTHERAPY
MALE/FEMALE THREPY
TREATMENT
DIET HERB AREA STEAM ROOMS
EXIT
CENTRE GARDEN
MUD BATH

TOILETS

CHANGING ROOM
AND LOCKERS
ACCOMDAT THERAPY SEMI
ION ROOM RECEPTION
PUBLIC WAITING AREA
RECREATIO
NAL AREA AREA DOCTOR’S
RECEPTION
CONSOLTATION DOCTORS CABIN
AREA
RECORD ROOM
CONSULTAT
OPEN AIR ION
THREATRE KITCHEN
DIET ZONE
DINING AREA

ACCOMDATION
DROMITORY ROOM

PARKING STANDARD ROOMS

PATIENTS
TREATMENT ACCOMDATION COTTAGES
MAIN
ENTRY SUITES

PPRIVATE DOCTOR’S
APPARTMENT
PUBLIC AREA
AREA DOCTOR’S AND
STAFF
CIRCULATION DIAGRAM STAFF
ZONING ACCOMDATION APPARTMENT

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SITE LOCATION
SITE SURROUNDING- SITE TOPOGRAPHY-
SITE ANALYSIS

X1X1’ Y1Y1’

Songbird Society Samarth Heights Approach Road

X2X2’ Y2Y2’
PIRANGUT , TALUKA-MUNSI, NEAR MANAS LAKE, PUNE, MAHARASTHRA

ABOUT PIRANGUT
• The site selected for this thesis, located along Pirangut Road in the village of
Pirangut, Taluka-Mulshi, District Pune, Maharashtra. Positioned on the outskirts
of Pune, Pirangut has seen significant transformation in recent years, X3X3’
transitioning from a primarily agrarian setting to an expanding industrial and Y3 Y3Y3’
residential node.
• The region’s proximity to Pune city, combined with its scenic topography and
SITE VEGETATION AND NATURAL FEATURES-
accessibility via major road networks, has led to a growing demand for
infrastructure that is both sustainable and responsive to local needs.
Poona western Club • Variety of No. of trees present on the site.
CLIMATE Y1 Y2 • There were Coconut tree, Mango trees, Supari, Peepal etc.
TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY-Ranges from 30% (summer) to 85% (monsoon) X1
• The large amount of trees were on south boundary of the site that
MAX. - 40°C WIND DIRECTION (SUMMER)- Predominantly from West and Chondhe Lake X1 can actually buffer to reduce heat gain.
Approach Road ’
MIN.-8°C Southwest (due to monsoon winds) • Existing mounds were also present, can be used as buffers.
AVG.-700–800 mm, mostly during WIND DIRECTION (WINTER)-Predominantly from East and CLIMATE ANALYSIS-
June to September Northeast Block southern heat because of harsh overhead sun.
Maximize south light for solar panels X2
WHY PIRANGUT,PUNE ? X2
’
• Natural Setting Around Pirangut is calm and less congested to urban Maximize cross ventilation for thermal comfort
W-E orientation for less incident heat and maximize opening along W-E
Pune.
X3 X3
• It is closer to the Sahyadri Hills and Western Ghats, a biodiversity-rich ’
region. Mango ( Mangifera Indica)
Y1
• It is surrounded by greenery, fresh air, and gentle terrain—perfect for ’
Y3
healing. Y2
’
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• It has an educational and medical ecosystem ,presence of institutions
Supari ( areca cotechy L)
that support research, awareness, and training in holistic health.
• Pune is a cultural and spiritual hub with tourism opportunities and
W E N
Wellness tourism is rising; a naturopathy center can serve as a peaceful
retreat. SITE CALCULATION- Coconut ( Cocos Peepal Ficus
Nucifera l) religiosa)
LANDUSE-
According to Pune Master Plan 2041 this plot falls under recreational and PLOT AREA -31184 SQMT (7.70 ACRE)
tourism (RTD) zone.
SOIL TYPE- Shallow, Well-Drained Clayey Soils ALLOWABLE FSI- 0.5
• Such soils are common in Mulshi Taluka and are suitable for certain
types of vegetation and land use.​ HENCE, TOTAL FLOOR AREA SHOULD WATER SWAP AT
BE = 31184 X 0.5 = 15,592 SQM THE SITE WATER SWAP AT
ACCESSIBILITY- THE SITE
BY RAIL- Site is located at 15kms from Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj SITE SWOT ANALYSIS-
MAXIMUM HEIGHT PERMISSIBLE –
Nagar, railway station 15M
BY ROAD- 5kms away from NH 48 connecting to Mumbai Pune
Expressway
BY AIR- 23kms away from Pune International Airport Existing vegetation of Barley
Entrance gate of Songbird Society

Poona Western Club

Y intersection at the entrance

Narrow one Connectivity

with the
way approach
National
road Highways
Existing structure(temple) on the site. FOOTPATH 1.8M WIDE

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SITE GROUND FLOOR PLAN CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

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SITE GROUND FLOOR PLAN CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

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SITE GROUND FLOOR PLAN CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

A NATHUROPATHY TREATMENT CENTRE

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SITE GROUND FLOOR PLAN CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

A NATHUROPATHY TREATMENT CENTRE

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