Natural Plasters and Finishes Workshop @Thiruvallur
WHY NATURAL PLASTERS? Natural plasters are made of materials such as clay, lime and other natural aggregates which are entirely bio degradable. They are durable and offer beautiful finishes with textures and colors that brings life to a space. Their breathability regulates the humidity and temperature while eliminating the chemicals that we would be exposed […]
2022-02-26 | Natural Plasters Vanamu
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Bioclimatic Design – Studio workshop
About the instructor Varun Thautam Frequently Asked Questions Is master’s education required for further knowledge? – Architectural / Civil engineering education is recommended, however, the concepts will be covered from the basics so that anyone with basic secondary school math can understand. Would the mentorship continue after the course? – Indeed, as time permits. What are all […]
Rammed Earth
We only have a space for 20 participants at a time. For the participants who have opted for food and accommodation, it is three meals a day. Check-in from noon, a day before the workshop and check out before noon, a day after the workshop. Includes three meals a day on the days of the […]
Lime Washes – an introduction
Lime washes depend on the ability to penetrate a rough surface and protect it, while adding a distinct identity, through the altering of textures and colors. Hydraulic lime when hydrolyzed lime (white) is the main ingredient. Impurities are added or natural pigments/oxides are added to give it its distinctive look. Calcium reacts in the lime kiln […]
Natural Plasters and Finishes @Vanamu
WHY NATURAL PLASTERS? A plaster that breathes, regulates temperature and humidity inside the building, absorbs both noise and odors and that ages beautifully with time. Add to that the infinite possibilities in aesthetics; Coloured or Natural, smooth or grainy, regular or patterned, contemporary or rustic; earth plaster is irresistible! Additionally, unlike paints and other chemical […]
Build the Maya Mandalam – Mar 2022
II MAYA MANDALAM II @mayavadi_organic_farm_nandi is an experiential off-grid farm located in Nandi Hills, Bangalore. Within over 9 years of existence, they have been experimenting with the locals, agricultural techniques which allow combining farm activities and ecosystem regeneration. This Maha Shivratri join us in building a Community-driven, Consciousness dome at Mayavadi, a symbol that would […]
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Bioclimatic design – Sites and tools
Climatic data sites: http://www.worldclimate.com/ https://en.climate-data.org/ https://www.weatherbase.com/ https://www.climatedata.eu/ Sun path tools: http://andrewmarsh.com/apps/staging/sunpath3d.html http://andrewmarsh.com/apps/releases/sunpath2d.html https://www.esrl.noaa.gov/gmd/grad/solcalc/azel.html https://www2.pvlighthouse.com.au/calculators/solar%20spectrum%20calculator/solar%20spectrum%20calculator.aspx Reference BooksSketchup Tools BIM Tools
Week 1 – Bioclimatic design workshop
Lecture slides (under development) Bibliography for the lecture slides Thermal delight in Architecture – Lisa Heschong Topophilia: A Study of Environmental Perception, Attitudes, and Values – Yi fu Tuan Psychoanalysis of Fire – Gasteon Blanchard The timeless way of building – Christopher Alexander A pattern language – Christopher Alexander Building, dwelling, thinking – Martin Heidegger The […]