Design Guide

Design requirements to be incorporated in a Dog Powerhouse

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Design of a Dog Powerhouse

The question being raised of towards the fate of stray dogs is in terms of their life and death. A case of dog bite, infant being mauled by a gang of dogs rises every few weeks from some corner of the country. The municipalities and authorities are in a debate about deciding on the fate of these stray dogs. The municipalities have concluded that the only solution to eliminate the problems of stray dogs is to kill them all. The government and animal rights authorities are of the opinion that a proper vaccination program should work. The agreement continues and so does the dog menace.

The Dog Powerhouse aims towards rehabilitation of their great population of dogs. At the same time, a new alternative source of energy is created from the power of these dogs.

Earlier we discussed “What a Dog Powerhouse is and the Need for such a Venture“.

We will also be discussing;

  1. Scope and Method of the Design of Dog Powerhouse
  2. Guide to Designing a Dog Powerhouse

Design Requirements in a Dog Powerhouse

The space will be designed giving 40% consideration for dogs and the remaining 60% for humans (care takers) and machinery (treadmills, dynamos).

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Design of Luxury Apartments | India’s New Urban Address

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Growing New Concept of Townships

Indians are better placed monetarily now and are demanding world class amenities with value added services. Builders are willing to comply to the demands of customers who are willing to spend handsomely for better facilities.

Common value additions such as planned landscaping, huge large scale layouts, facilities like central air conditioning, electronic access controls, swimming pools with Jacuzzis, recreational spaces are some in the list of Luxury Apartments.

Luxury Apartments
Luxury Apartments

Concept of Townships

The concept of townships has arrived with a bang due to ever increasing housing demand. It is in huge demand by the elite rich. High end Amenities within the apartments is a part of package. The concept of a township embraces all the basics, the highly essential schools, hospitals and the much needed recreational facilities.

The location is very important factor as it should signify pride and dignity for the customer.

Premium and exclusive condominiums, villas, penthouses and row houses with beautiful landscapes is the new address of the rich who seek a sumptuous lifestyle.

The amenities in the apartment should enhance the locational experience and make the apartment a part of natural surroundings.

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Casestudy and Design Guide for Major Bus Terminal for a Large City

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Casestudy, Analysis and Design Guide | Design Process of Major Bus Terminal for a Large City

Data Collection and Analysis

The site: Study and Analysis

  1. Map of the City showing all the Transportation routes and networks
  2. A Land survey of the exact boundaries
  3. A topographical Map of the site
  4. A Survey Map of all the Physical Elements on site such as Trees, Rocks, Peaks and Valleys, Water, Drainage, Electricity, High tension lines, low tension lines etc.
  5. A Visual survey of the Surrounding Areas
Casestudy and Design of Bus Terminal
Casestudy and Design of Bus Terminal

Building and Infrastructure – Study and Analysis

  • Surveys of the existing transportation Department
  • Size and Population of the City – A map
  • Size and capacity of the existing terminal
  • Maps showing existing traffic volumes and Travel Pattern
  • In state, Out of State, Types and categories of Buses etc.
  • Provision of Local Services
  • Support facilities, Workshops, Sheds, Service

Design considerations for Laundry design | Architectural Design

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Design of a Laundry | Important services in a Laundry

Laundry is a space where clothes are washed, cleaned, dry cleaned, ironed, packed and dispatched to the respective owners. Laundry generally requires heavy machinery. The machines require high voltage power and adequate space. In order to design a laundry, certain design considerations have to be followed in order to achieve efficient design.

Laundry Design
Laundry Design

Seven important design consideration for the design of a Laundry

Access to the site

The site where the laundry is to be designed has to be in an easily accessible area. Laundry is generally located in an area away from residential colonies. Excessive amount of heat, sewage and noise pollution is generated due to the Laundries.

Circulation in a Laundry

Laundries are preferably designed on the ground. But if the laundry is located in a hotel or a hospital, it is necessary to connect the laundry to the other parts of the building by designing vertical transportation. For example, lifts and staircases.

Horizontal circulation also has to be paid attention to. Horizontal circulation can be achieved by designing wider corridors.

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