A consolidation showcasing few of my best and most recent works

2. Architecture PortfolioSchool of Architecture and Planning, Manipal University
B. Arch. | LEED Green Associate
Dilmunia Visitors Centre – Galali, Bahrain (competition)
Signature Tower – Manama, Bahrain
Marassi Al Bahrain – Diyar Al Muharraq, Bahrain
Al Hokair Business Park – Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Early Learning Centre School – Sukhumvit 49/4, Bangkok
HQ – Thonglor, Bangkok
Aga Khan University Hospital Interiors – Stadium Road, Karachi
Atelier 39 – Sukhumvit 39, Bangkok
The Modi Villa – Palam Farms, New Delhi
Ladies Horsing Club – Al Mushrif, Dubai (competition)Dubai, UAE
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3. DILMUNIA
VISITORS
C E N T R E
Dilmunia Island | 2017
c o m p e t i t i o n e n t r y
/0rigami l00p/

4. ORIGAMI LOOP draws inspiration from the ancient
Japanese paper folding craft and takes the form of a
sculptural intervention on Dilmunia Island.
Modern and contemporary architecture, tightly linked
to its context, reflects the new image of this iconic
venue in Bahrain.
The form resembles a single sheet of paper folded
multiple times to create a structure that is both
functional and decorative, allowing for a climate
responsive design that echoes the wellness concept of
the development.
The dynamic design allows floor-to-ceiling windows &
skylights with an overhanging frame maintaining the
interiors to ambient temperatures. The juxtaposed
walls open the plan to multiple egress points towards
the esplanade, park and parking which together help
create a well connected space inside-out.
2017 | Galali, Bahrain
DILMUNIA
VISITORS CENTRE
Client ITHMAAR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Location Dilmunia Island, GALALI, BAHRAIN
Plot Area 795 m²
O.S.R. 51 %
Type Mixed-use Development
Total Built-up 475 m² (Ground + Mez - 2 Floors)
Scope Architectural and Interior design
EYE-CATCHING
STRUCTURE
SCULPTURAL
STRUCTURE
M E T H O D O L O G Y M A S S I N G
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/site/
2
/extrusion/
3
/egress points/
BUILDING ZONE
LANDSCAPE
ZONE
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/adjustments/
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/entry gateway/
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/0rigami l00p/
/8am/ /10am/ /12pm/ /2pm/ /4pm/
S O L A R S T U D Y
T E M P E R A T U R E S T U D Y
50⁰C
10⁰C
/8am/ /10am/ /12pm/ /2pm/ /4pm/

5. The most impressive building on Dilmunia
s h o w c a s i n g t h e c l i e n t ’s v i s i o n o f w e l l n e s s i n b u i l t f o r m
/0rigami l00p/

6. /section 03/10 2 3 5m
1. DOUBLE HEIGHT ATRIUM
2. MONOLITH STAIR
3. LOUNGE
4. MEETING ROOM
5. MULTIMEDIA ROOM
6. GAMES ROOM
7. ELEVATOR
1. MAIN ENTRY
2. RECEPTION
3. LOUNGE
4. HOLOGRAPHIC
MODEL
BUILDING
LOCATION
LANDSCAPE &
ENTRY CANOPY
ZONE
S e c t i o n s
/section 01/
/section 02/10 2 3 5m
10 2 3 5m
S i t e P l a n
10 2 3 5m
QIBLA
NORTH
1. DROP OFF
2. MAIN ENTRY
3. PARKING
4. LANDSCAPE
5. ESPLANADE
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5. MULTI-TOUCH
INTERACTIVE WALL
DISPLAY
6. CAFE
7. DELI COUNTER
8. SALES REP OFFICE
9. PRAYER ROOM
10. ELEVATOR
11. MALE TOILET
12. FEMALE TOILET
13. EXIT TO PARK
14. EXIT TO ESPLANADE
15. LANDSCAPE
F i r s t F l o o r P l a n
/north elevation/
10 2 3 5m

7. /0rigami l00p/

8. /origami loop continues as
entry gateway in landscape/
/branding signage/
/connectivity to esplanade/
/connectivity to park/
/monolith staircase/
/full atrium view from mezz/
/interactive multi-touch wall/
/holographic model & VR/
/grand double-height atrium/
D e s i g n F e a t u r e s
S k e t c h b o o k

9. SIGNATURE TOWER
Road 2819, Manama | 2016

10. The 220m high residential tower is to be one of the
tallest in Bahrain with a unique design to develop a
landmark project and provide great views for
tenants.
A striking 20m cantilever swimming pool helps
enhance the tower design to become truly iconic in
Bahrain.
A key design objective was for all parts of the
development to complement each other, so that the
value of the entire development is maximized and
quickly becomes a highly popular lifestyle
destination.
2016 | Manama, Bahrain
SIGNATURE
TOWERClient BIN FAQEEH GROUP
Location Road 2819, MANAMA, BAHRAIN
Plot Area 4,228 m²
F.A.R. 8.5
Type Residential Development
Total Built-up 80,338 m²
220m (G + 6P + 50 Floors)
Scope Residential Apartments & Podium
B I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h r e t a i l + p a r k I n g
B I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h p o d i u m
s k e t c h u p

11. B I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h p o o l f l o o r p l a n ss k e t c h u p

12. The 4th tallest building in Bahrain
2 0 1 7

13. MARASSI AL BAHRAIN
Plot 7-10, Diyar Al Muharraq | 2016
MARASSI SUNSET (PLOT 7) MARASSI SHORES (PLOT 8+9) MARASSI SUNRISE (PLOT 10)

14. Marassi Al Bahrain will introduce the Kingdom to
true waterfront living with its expansive waterfront
promenade lined with cafes and restaurants, a
landmark shopping destination and 5 star resort
hotels. It is perfectly located in the south-western
edge of Diyar Al Muharraq, Marassi Shores
Residences is a mere 10-minute drive to Bahrain
International Airport and just a 20-minute drive to
Manama city centre., connected to the mainland via
two major highways.
Marassi Al Bahrain was developed as an iconic,
luxury beachfront haven with premium residential
units offering spacious studios or 1, 2, 3 & 4
bedroom apartments comparable to homes in
leading international cities. The 3 residential
buildings are designed to maximize waterfront
views, while offering an invigorating waterfront
promenade and boulevard at the road side.
Landscaped podiums contain exclusive amenities for
residences and their guests to enjoy.
Multilevel car parking and ground level food and
beverage offerings make life even more convenient.
2016 | Bahrain
MARASSI AL
BAHRAINClient EAGLE HILLS
Location Plot 7-10 Marassi Al Bahrain,
DIYAR AL MUHARRAQ, BAHRAIN
Plot Area 21,630 m²
F.A.R. 5.8
Type Residential Development
Total Built-up 125,785 m² for 3 buildings
(B + P + 10 Floors)
Scope Residential Apartments & Podium

15. v i e w c o r r i d o r
m a s s i n g + m i x
MARASSI
GALLERIA
BOULEVARD
& MARASSI
GALLERIA
PHASE II
PARK VIEWS
PROMENADE & SEA VIEWS
MARASSI GALLERIA
PROMENADE & SEA VIEWS
PARK VIEWS
BOULEVARD
PROS
1. Best premium &
direct sea views
2. Large Amenity Areas
on podium
3. No overlooking,
excellent natural light.
4. Achievable target GFA
5. Cost efficient due to
reduced cores and
façade area
CONS
1. Blocks Views For
Buildings Behind

16. m a r a s s i s h o r e s ( p l o t 8 + 9 )
r e t a i l s t r a t e g y
SWIMMING POOL
PARKING
PARKING
PROMENADE
PODIUM

17. m a r a s s i s h o r e s ( p l o t 8 + 9 )
BASEMENT LEVEL 01 LEVEL 02 LEVEL 03
LEVEL 06 LEVEL 07LEVEL 04 LEVEL 05
LEVEL 10 LEVEL 11LEVEL 08 LEVEL 09

18. s c h e m a t i c s e c t i o n
B I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h u n i t
B I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h s k y g a r d e nB I M s e c t i o n t h r o u g h b a l c o n y

19. m a r a s s i s u n s e t ( p l o t 7 )
r e t a i l & p a r k i n g

20. m a r a s s i s u n s e t ( p l o t 7 )

21. m a r a s s i s u n r i s e ( p l o t 1 0 )
LEVEL 05, 08, 10LEVEL 03, 04,
06, 07, 09, 11
LEVEL 02

22. ALHOKAIR
BUSINESS PARK
King Faisal Road, Al Khobar | 2015

23. Ripples in the sea generally invoke a feeling of calm
progression. A dynamic yet holistic change of
brilliance in one's mind. The idea to use the ripples
as a central inspiration for the planning and design
language of the project is derived from the joie de
vivre of its aesthetic influence & to translate it into
the design.
Here we attempt to bring about a transformation in
design by emphasizing the fluid form in the podium
which carries itself onto the soft curves of the
facade.
The concept carries itself into the planning of the
residential zone with the rowhouses curving into
their lanes, promoting privacy while maintaining a
conservative townhouse design catering to the Saudi
family demographic.
2015 | Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
ALHOKAIR
BUSINESS PARKLocation King Faisal Road, AL KHOBAR, KSA
Plot Area 80,000 m²
F.A.R. 1.2
O.S.R. 4 %
Type Mixed-use Development
Total Built-up 99,883 m² (2b + 36 Floors)
Scope Masterplan, Hotel & Office Tower,
Retail Podium, Residential
Townhouses & Apartments
c o n c e p t d i a g r a m

24. s i t e a c c e s s z o n i n g
s i t e p l a na n a l y s i s

25. s i t e c i r c u l a t i o n

27. v i e w f r o m r e t a i l p o d I u m

28. r e s i d e n t i a l 2 b h k c l u s t e r
3 b h k c l u s t e r
3 b h k s e r v i c e d c l u s t e r
SERVICED TOWNHOUSES

30. The design intent was to provide an entirely new and
fresh feel to the dilapidated townhouse and
maximize internal planning for classrooms.
The proposal was developed as an enlightening,
minimalist building with full height internal and
external glazing to bring in ample natural light into
all classrooms. An emphasis was given on providing
a sustainable greenness to its surrounding envelope
to enhance indoor-outdoor interaction and learning
experience. This vertical green zone extends
horizontally into a landscaped playground and has
been kept as a pivotal point in layout as well as view.
ELC SCHOOL
Location Sukhumvit 49/4, BANGKOK, THAILAND
Plot Area 260 m²
Total Built-up 660 m² (3 Floors)
Type Townhouse overhaul
Scope Structural annexation, Architectural
and Interior renovation, MEP
refurbishment & Landscape design
COMPLETED 2014 | Bangkok
The entry is defined
between existing
traditional Thai houses
on both sides.
For the building, a similar
architectural language of
clean and simple lines
has been adopted to
make the entire
sprawling school site feel
cohesive. Although they
are parcels of land
developed over time and
connected to one
another.

32. c l a s s r o o m s & c o r r i d o r

33. a d m i n i s t r a t i o n & o f f i c e

35. HQ
Location Thonglor, BANGKOK, THAILAND
Plot Area 3,032 m²
F.A.R. 8
O.S.R. 4 %
Land Use Brown Zone (High Dense Residential)
Total Built-up 24,256 m² (36 Floors)
COMPLETED 2014 | Bangkok
HQ is an upmarket condominium situated in the heart
of Bangkok. The architecture responds to the narrow
site by playing with the vertical volumes using
interlocking massing in an extremely simple yet
sophisticated manner.
The building displays this interlocking of volumes on
both sides, elegantly defined using black and white
Venus marble.
The building core has been positioned to face the
existing high-rise "The Eight Thonglor" on the east side,
leaving the remaining 3 sides open to grand views from
within the units.
The architecture has carved out interesting spaces for
creating spectacular interiors. This include a catwalk on
the mezzanine and the floating library above the water
feature.
Some of the key design features include a water feature
at the top of podium level, interlocking stone garden at
entry, triple volume glass lobby and opulent finishes of
imported Italian marble.

36. p e r s p e c t i v e

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38. p e r s p e c t i v e
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39. f i t n e s s c e n t r e & l o u n g e

40. AGA KHAN
UNIVERSITY
HOSPITAL
Stadium Road, Karachi | 2012
ARCHITECTURE BY PAYETTE

41. Water is the source of life. Its hues and colours
evoke feelings of calm anticipation and hope leaving
a soothing and relaxing effect on the body as well as
the mind.
This colour palette has been infused with the
positive effects of healing through nature, art and
geometry forming the core concept for the interior
spaces designed within the New Private Wing of the
Aga Khan University Hospital.
From a purely doctrinal viewpoint, geometrical
designs, being free of any symbolic meaning (which
is the case in Islamic art), could convey a general
aura of spirituality without offending religious
sensibilities.
In addition, the purity and orderliness of patterns
and symmetries could evoke a sense of transcendent
beauty which, at best, would free and stimulate the
intellect (rather than trap it in the illusions of mere
representation).
AKU HOSPITAL
Location Stadium Road, KARACHI, PAKISTAN
Plot Area 6,340 m²
Total Built-up 13,730 m² (b + 4Floors)
Scope Interior Design for New Private Wing
Interior Area 9,400 m²
2012 | Karachim a i n w a i t i n g a r e a

42. r e s t a u r a n t v i p e n t r a n c e
v i p f a m i l y r o o mv i p p a t i e n t r o o m

43. l i f t l o b b y c o r r i d o r
p a t i e n t r o o m n u r s e s t a t i o n

45. ATELIER 39
Location Sukhumvit 39, BANGKOK, THAILAND
Plot Area 2,948 m²
F.A.R. 8
O.S.R. 4 %
Land Use Brown Zone (High Dense Residential)
Total Built-up 23,500 m² (2b + 36 Floors)
2014 | Bangkok
“When the spirit does not work with the hand, there
is no art.” - Leonardo da Vinci
The objective was to design exclusive residences for
our client which was woven around the Art of Living
concept featuring original works by 7 artists and
sculptors.
The 36 storied structure is conceived as two
separate wings split along its length rising high with
alternating terraces. These intercessions or stepped
terraces break the long length of the facade and
provide the tower with its key design features – the
conservatory, sky lounge, terraced sculpture
gardens, spa and counterstream pools.

47. p e r s p e c t i v e s

48. In keeping with the clients desire for a strictly Vastu
compliant house, the placement of spaces in the
house are in sync with the plan of the Vastu Purusha
Mandala (ancient Indian science of orientation and
placement)
Thus apart from positioning the main areas of the
house according to the elements – Master Bedroom
in the Earth zone (SW), kitchen in the Fire zone (SE)
and the pool and entrance in the water zone and Air
zone (N and NE), - even position of doors, direction
of stairs, location of beds, wardrobes and desks and
the positions of wc’s in the bathrooms had to be in
accordance with the correct energy flows. In all
other respects however, the client gave us complete
aesthetic freedom.
THE MODI VILLA
Location Palam Farms, Bijwasan
NEW DELHI, INDIA
Plot Area 10,656 m² (2.6 acres)
F.A.R. 0.15
O.S.R. 85 %
Total Built-up 1,275 m² (2 Floors)
Type Private Residential Villa
Scope Architecture
COMPLETED 2013 | New Delhi
The biggest challenge was to achieve a visually
appealing piece of architecture from a rigid program.

50. i n p r o g r e s s - b a c k e l e v a t i o n

51. LADIES
HORSING
CLUB
Al Mushrif, Dubai | 2009
c o m p e t i t i o n
e n t r y w i n n e r

52. LADIES HORSING CLUBLocation Al Mushrif, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Plot Area 310,982 m² (77 acres)
Total Built-up 4,700 m²
2009
C O N C E P T & D E S I G N C R I T E R I A
S y m b o l i s m :
Equestrian centres always associate with
one of the oldest sports in the history of
human kind and with one of the earliest
domesticated animal. Returning to nature
is reminiscent of this historical
relationship between man and animal.
The building is deep rooted in nature by
the use of natural material and is well
poised through its slanting lines. Tents
have been used to revive a dying tradition
and to echo the shape of nearby dunes.
F u n c t i o n & Z o n i n g :
The design of Equestrian facilities often includes various other
sporting and leisure activities and requires careful planning
considering wind direction. Keeping this in mind the site has
been utilized to keep the areas used for riding horses away
from the areas used for jogging.
The main building is located at the highest point of the site to
provide a view which radiates outwards, while maintaining its
privacy from viewers below. The orientation of the building
remains responsive to its local climate granting maximum use
of glass in the north allowing complete utilization of diffused
natural light to light up its interior spaces.

54. The building is broken down into 3 wings:
Administrative & Daycare Block
Function Hall Block
Activities Block
The main entrance is located in the centrally placed Admin &
Daycare Block, which branches out into the functions block on
the left and the activities block on the right. These two
directions create a strong line of datum and provides a sense
of direction leading to the horsing activities and leaves scope
of expansion for future facilities
The function hall block has a separate entry with a pre-
function space accessible for use during larger gatherings. The
halls provide flexibility of space with foldable partitions that
can be tucked away neatly to create larger or smaller spaces.
Services are hidden in a chamfer behind the building
The activities block commences into the lockers, showers and
changing areas to be used by the gym and future sporting
facilities with an exit provided towards the same. The mind
and activities hall zenith’s at the end leaving all three sides
open to lush landscaped views which is imperative for its
purpose.
External amenities, namely the swimming pool is covered with
a light structure to provide shaded areas allowing it to be used
throughout the year. The pool sits at the centre point of the
datum to provide inward views from the café, restaurant and
lobby.
The stables are located on the western corner of the site to
avoid any unpleasant odours carried in the air and leave a vast
expanse of natural riding area in front.
The water bodies were integrated with the landscape such that
the canopy over the main entrance forms the source and flows
into streams eventually culminating at smaller ponds. These
intertwining streams within the hills of the desert landscape
signify the life giving power that water holds in these arid
regions.

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