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THE PYRAMID (the Chapel)
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The Form
The form is inspired from the pyramid or pagoda style of architecture practiced anciently mostly in Asian and African spiritual or religious entities. The particular form is believed to act as a resonator that attracts the energy from cosmos and renders on the inside. Hence, the particular form is chosen ,believing it to enhance the spiritual ambiance of the place.
The structural members are also protruded out the façade for providing a support for maintenance works.
we also aim to deliver a strong visual cue or entity which will serve as a remarkable landmark.
Materials
We have mostly focused on using locally available material like wood for the structural members, staircase and hand rails; cement-mud mortar for the roof; cement punning for the floor; stone masonry for the foundation; wire meshes for the roof.
Climatic considerations
The open plan fosters the flow of cool air fostered by the water bodies. The punctured roof facilitates the escape of hot air further helping in cooling the space. The thick blinds on the periphery blocks the direct sunlight.
Budget
Foundation ………… 3454.50 $
Walling/roofing.........3365.38$
Roofing/Landscaping/paint/electrical.....3050$
Total...........................9870$