TARANG was born from boundless inspiration & client trust granting us creative freedom. Without structural constraints, our minds flowed like waves of thought, shaping a dynamic ethos. "Tarang," Hindi for waves, reflects our design's fluidity, where ideas seamlessly evolve, forming a landscape distinct from URBAN norms, where BOX-like structures dominated the surroundings. The vision was to craft a cornerless edifice, harmonic waves that defied conventional architectural norms. Tarang aimed to break away from the monotony of its environment. The architect sought to create a structure that not only looks beautiful but also reflects their values and beliefs. Tarang was conceptualized as a dynamic gallery space, interaction for art & culture meticulously designed to adapt & evolve seamlessly
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Tarang's design responds to the SOUTH WEST context of the site in response to the hot & arid climate of the Western India. It addresses sustainability challenges creating an environmentally friendly & culturally rich built environment. Without digital tools celebrating the artistry of workers. The undulating form engulfs the space blurring boundaries between walls & enclosure. The edifice's essence lies in the voids and exposed bricks. Inspired from nature's organic shapes the space offers freedom merging with nature as if the built form didn’t exist but was born from the core of the earth itself. Tarang's design is both people-centric & environmentally considerate. The building serves as a valuable asset to society meeting the principles of inclusive design fostering community engagement
The key here is the use of a single Sustainable material Terracotta brick tiles locally made & constructed by local artisans in just 90 days benefiting the local economy & cultural heritage. Reducing transportation emissions & preserves traditional craftsmanship. Using traditional construction techniques & without digital tool the design omits steel & conventional concrete minimizing the building's embodied carbon footprint & reliance on resource-intensive materials. The structure relies on strength & ingenuity of interlocking terracotta bricks & fast-setting mortar to create robust sustainable arch system. This approach aligns with circular economy principles maximizing re-use recycling Disassembling & repurposing the bricks at the end of building's lifecycle reduces environmental impact
The design process was driven by intuition to understand what the space needed to dignify the structure. Conceptual sketches & design development had a purpose, keeping in mind the sun path, air and ventilation, trying to bring nature in. The concept was finalised with three openings (also acting as structural members) for ventilation and controlled Sunlight taking into account the specific context of the South West. This is an ancestral construction technique used to support the ceiling above which permits construction without beams, used to sustain the weight of an arch reducing construction time. Its rising arched interiors are pleasantly intimate & familiar, thanks to its form rooted in a biophilic design approach. The involvement of artisans ensures authentic & high-quality terracotta brick tiles, benefiting the local economy & cultural heritage. Skilled craftspeople with in-depth knowledge of traditional techniques bring expertise to the construction process, infusing the structure with artistry & local identity. The design evokes a sense of continuity & connection that transcends the present moment, encouraging dialogue that spans across time. Tarang's design showcases the beauty of Terracotta & craftsmanship demonstrating a commitment to sustainable construction. Minimizing waste, reducing concrete use, and prioritizing local resources and labour, it serves as a model for environmentally conscious architecture that celebrates culture & contributes to the community
Our collaboration with the Architects on the TARANG project was a journey of trust & creative freedom. The design, inspired by the dynamism of waves, transformed the physical space & revitalized community engagement. Employing local craftsmanship & sustainable materials, it harmonizes architecture with nature, creating a vibrant cultural hub that minimizes environmental impact. TARANG emerges as a model of sustainable innovation & cultural heritage.
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Tarang India's largest terracotta Brick tile arched vault. Tarang was conceptualized as a versatile and adaptive Pavilion space. Its purpose is to serve as an immersive exhibition platform, for art & culture.
Photographix India | Sebastian
The dancer skilfully embodies the rhythm of the undulating swells, encapsulating its fluidity and grace with their every move. By employing traditional construction techniques, Tarang celebrates the artistry of the workers.
Vinay Panjwani
The light and the shadow from the voids and the in between spaces playfully tease the user, brushing past the cornerless realm of walls. The structure engulfs the space, the undulations become the walls, the walls become the enclosure.
Vinay Panjwani
The intervention aims to create a versatile space that accommodates various activities, people-centric and environmentally considerate. fostering community engagement, interaction for art and culture
Vinay Panjwani
The concept was finalised with three openings for ventilation and controlled Sunlight taking into account the specific context of the South West. These three openings were also the structural members.
Vinay Panjwani
The material used are local terracotta bricks, local kotah stone for flooring and it is developed as an integral part and not just applied and they preserve their natural texture and color. The building serves as a valuable asset to society.
Vinay Panjwani
The structure is animated by the changing patterns of light and wind. The form and geometry of the curve defines the stability of the structure and the thrusts at the supporting ends.
Vinay Panjwani
"Tarang" is a project rooted in Biophilic design that embraces versatility. Key here is the use of a single Sustainable local material with low embodied energy, the project strives to reduce its ecological impact & minimize the carbon footprint
Inclined Studio
Tarang's design concept emerged from the desire to create a structure distinct from the urban context, where box-like structures dominated the surroundings.
Inclined Studio
Tarang's design highlights use of local terracotta bricks supporting skilled local artisans & promoting sustainable materials benefiting the local economy & cultural heritage.
Inclined Studio
The values of the project are centered around 3 key principles deep respect for Mother Earth & need for sustainability, genuine appreciation for art of craftsmanship & working with one's hands; & reverence for history & preservation of cultural heritage
Photographix India | Sebastian
Gentle upswells. Soft swoops. Harmonic waves that birth an ambience of evocative silence, where the light speaks, the wind sings, and the earthenware roofing produces melody.
Photographix India | Sebastian
TARANG, was born from boundless inspirational client trust, granting us creative freedom. Without structural constraints, our minds flowed like waves of thought, shaping a dynamic ethos, where ideas evolve.
Photographix India | Sebastian
Evolution of form and concept considered contextual awareness & climate. Biophilic features were crucial. Materials were integral, not just applied. The bricks used in construction preserve their natural texture and color, without any cosmetic overlays
Snehal Suthar - tHE gRID Architects
Sketches showcasing the various stages of conceptual form development, detailing, construction methodology, and air distribution and circulation, providing insights into the design process and technical aspects of the project.
Snehal Suthar - tHE gRID Architects
The design process was driven by intuition to understand what the space & nature needed to elevate & dignify the structure. Conceptual sketches and design development had a purpose, the sun path, air and ventilation, trying to bring nature in
Snehal Suthar - tHE gRID Architects
The concept was finalised with three openings for ventilation and controlled Sunlight taking into account the specific context of the South West. These three openings were also the structural members
Snehal Suthar - tHE gRID Architects
The site was marked through a grid of 600 X 600 mm and extruded by physical, noding, no digital software was used. We made several horizontal and vertical sections to understand the volumes
tHE gRID Architects
Construction techniques for form evolution and geometry on site. The nodes help to evolve the structure. They are positioned at regular intervals along the length.
tHE gRID Architects
The design eliminates steel & conventional concrete. This minimizes the building's embodied carbon footprint & reliance on resource-intensive materials
tHE gRID Architects
The contextual elevation of the front façade of the building in the TARANG campus
tHE gRID Architects
Tarang's design responds to the SOUTH WEST context of the site in response to the hot and arid climate context of the Western region in India. The key here is the use of a single material local terracotta bricks and completing in just 90 days
tHE gRID Architects
Traditional construction techniques were used - spanning without steel & shuttering or ancillary structures that are typically used to bear the weight of an arch. The project also emphasized upskilling masons to promote sustainable building practices
tHE gRID Architects
The thin membrane vault constructed with multiple layers of terracotta bricks & mortar, without concrete, formwork, reinforcement. Its stability relies on the curve's form, geometry, & compression, with noding every 600 mm for alignment & stability
tHE gRID Architects
Construction begins with the first layer of thin light porous bricks. Laid with fast-setting mortar & using guides to shape the desired curve, this layer serves as the formwork for subsequent layers, eliminating the need for additional support structures
tHE gRID Architects
Tarang's vault curve ensures stability by distributing forces, acting primarily in compression with minimal tensile and bending stresses. The form and geometry of the curve defines the stability of the structure and the thrusts at the supporting ends.
tHE gRID Architects
The structure relies on strength & ingenuity of interlocking terracotta bricks & fast-setting mortar to create robust sustainable arch system. Trimble Vault Foundation: Showcasing Stability, Sustainability, and Traditional Construction Technique
tHE gRID Architects
Two weeks after completion, we saw that some cracks had developed, so we marked these cracks and had a joint meeting with the team and structural engineer.
tHE gRID Architects
Team decided to strengthen it. We excavated the area around the foundation and used wooden piles to strengthen it. The cracks stopped within a few weeks and are now completely eliminated.
tHE gRID Architects
The three skylights, also structural members, enhance ventilation by regulating pressurized airflow. Narrow top openings allow hot air to escape, drawing in cooler air from below, maintaining a comfortable environment and structural integrity
Gandhinagar
India
Mr Kaushal, Mr. Vipul, Mr. Sunil.
a versatile space - Pavilion, Art Gallery, exhibition platform, community engagement and interaction for art and culture.
05/2023
279 mq
82,536.00 €
tHE gRID Architects
Snehal Suthar & Bhadri Suthar
soo hath
Sankalan Hunnarshala
local
Vinay Panjwani/ PHX India /Inclined Studio
Curriculum
tHE gRID Architects was founded in 2002 by Snehal Suthar and Bhadri Suthar, who believe that designing is not just a profession, but a way of life. They strive for a collaborative approach, focusing on Biophilic design to create buildings in harmony with nature, enhancing psychological, biological, and sociological well-being.
Their practice promotes environmentally friendly and sustainable methods, simplifying the adoption of sustainability. The studio has garnered over 100 international and national awards and contributes to education as visiting faculty at Architectural institutes & NID & NIFT. They frequently engage in panel discussions and jury worldwide. Their philosophy emphasizes design as a spiritual journey, driven by inner consciousness and they practice heartfulness path of meditation, leading to meaningful designs that positively impact society. Their work has been extensively published nationally & internationally
