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Project Type

Cultural, Reseearch & Institutional Typology

Year 

2022

Close-up view of the "Vault of Skills" museum building in Chennai, showcasing its intricate, organic white facade with undulating forms and integrated window-like openings. Lush green trees and curved pathways surround the futuristic structure, highlighting the blend of modern architecture and nature.
Aerial view of the "Vault of Skills" cultural complex in Chennai, featuring organic white museum and performing arts buildings amidst lush green landscapes and water bodies near Muttukadu Boat House, ECR. Masterplan showcases pedestrian pathways, public plazas, and integrated nature.

Vault of Skills, presents a comprehensive masterplan for a multi-functional complex in Chennai, India, specifically located near Muttukadu Boat House on East Coast Road (ECR). Spanning 22.8 acres, the design thoughtfully integrates cultural, educational, and residential components, aiming to enrich the city's heritage and foster innovation within this prominent coastal area.

Vault of Skills

Pioneering Cultural & Educational Architecture in Chennai

Key components of the project

The overall design philosophy appears to be organic and fluid, with buildings seamlessly blending into the landscape, reflecting a contemporary approach to architectural design that prioritizes both aesthetics and functionality. The project's strategic location near the popular Muttukadu Boat House on ECR enhances its accessibility and potential as a major cultural and educational landmark in Chennai. Its emphasis on showcasing Chennai's cultural heart and soul, coupled with its focus on skills development and economic contribution, makes it a significant academic endeavor.

Organic design museum showcasing historical treasures & local culture. Explore Open, Music, Literature, NFT, Art, Religious, Coin, Weapon, & Textile Galleries.

Organic design museum showcasing historical treasures & local culture. Explore Open, Music, Literature, NFT, Art, Religious, Coin, Weapon, & Textile Galleries.

Museum

Fluid, organic performing arts venue for skill development & cultural preservation. Features 250 & 500-seat auditoriums, reception, media library, and performer support.


Fluid, organic performing arts venue for skill development & cultural preservation. Features 250 & 500-seat auditoriums, reception, media library, and performer support.

PAC

Landmark watchtower offering panoramic views of the complex, ECR, and Muttukadu backwaters.

Landmark watchtower offering panoramic views of the complex, ECR, and Muttukadu backwaters.

Watch Tower

Innovation hub for knowledge creation & Research and Development.


Innovation hub for knowledge creation & Research and Development.

R&D

Discover 'Vault of Skills,' a groundbreaking academic project that reimagines urban development in Chennai, strategically located near Muttukadu Boat House on ECR. This 22.8-acre masterplan integrates a state-of-the-art Museum, a vibrant Performing Arts Center, a cutting-edge Research & Development facility, and modern residential accommodations. Our design focuses on creating a dynamic cultural hub that celebrates local heritage, fosters artistic expression, and contributes significantly to the city's economic vitality. Learn more about our innovative approach to sustainable urban design and cultural infrastructure in Chennai's prominent East Coast Road region.
The 'Museum Evolution' is a cornerstone of our 'Vault of Skills' academic project, designed to be the cultural heart of Chennai, uniquely situated near Muttukadu Boat House on ECR. This multi-level museum features an organic, flowing architectural form, housing diverse galleries including NFT, Art, Music, Literature, and historical artifacts. Our detailed museum floor plans and sections illustrate a meticulously planned visitor journey, creating an immersive experience for art and history enthusiasts. Explore how this design concept revitalizes cultural storytelling and public engagement in the vibrant ECR corridor

"As part of the 'Vault of Skills' academic endeavor, our Performing Arts Center in Chennai is envisioned as a premier destination for talent and cultural preservation, ideally located near Muttukadu Boat House on ECR. Featuring two versatile auditoriums (250 and 500 seats), extensive back-of-house facilities, and a media library, this center supports a wide range of artistic disciplines. The fluid architectural form encourages creativity and community interaction. View our detailed performing arts center floor plans and see how we designed a space that inspires both performers and audiences, enriching Chennai's cultural landscape along East Coast Road."

As part of the 'Vault of Skills' academic endeavor, our Performing Arts Center in Chennai is envisioned as a premier destination for talent and cultural preservation, ideally located near Muttukadu Boat House on ECR. Featuring two versatile auditoriums (250 and 500 seats), extensive back-of-house facilities, and a media library, this center supports a wide range of artistic disciplines. The fluid architectural form encourages creativity and community interaction. View our detailed performing arts center floor plans and see how we designed a space that inspires both performers and audiences, enriching Chennai's cultural landscape along East Coast Road.

My  academic work consistently explores the nexus of architecture, culture, and community. The 'Vault of Skills' project exemplifies this philosophy, presenting a cohesive masterplan that intertwines a museum, performing arts center, research & development hub, and residential units within a single, dynamic site near Muttukadu Boat House, ECR, Chennai. This project demonstrates our commitment to creating spaces that not only serve functional needs but also foster a vibrant cultural identity, drive economic growth, and promote lifelong learning. Discover our vision for integrated urban development in one of Chennai's most scenic and developing corridors.

Our academic work consistently explores the nexus of architecture, culture, and community. The 'Vault of Skills' project exemplifies this philosophy, presenting a cohesive masterplan that intertwines a museum, performing arts center, research & development hub, and residential units within a single, dynamic site near Muttukadu Boat House, ECR, Chennai. This project demonstrates our commitment to creating spaces that not only serve functional needs but also foster a vibrant cultural identity, drive economic growth, and promote lifelong learning. Discover our vision for integrated urban development in one of Chennai's most scenic and developing corridors.
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