MANAS MIXED-USE GATEWAY
The circular organization of the gateway buildings intends to create a monumental space that can be perceived even when arriving and driving through the mixed-use gateway. Located at the gateway, the commercial office space serves both resident employees as well as non-residents who may drive from Pune or other nearby areas. Retail uses at the ground level activate the public space.
Embracing the relatively moderate, but warm climate, the commercial office space is served by open corridors that rim the inner circle and deeper office spaces. The shade is provided by the overhangs and interim floors. These allow the enclosed office space to be extended to the inner periphery when additional space is needed. In terms of material, the project embraces brick walls and screen with exposed concrete structure and floor.
The use of the materials emulates other project typologies that have similar materials with variations in how they are used. The use of brick, terracotta, and similar materials embraces the topography of the site and helps the project “sit” comfortably in the current location.
Typology
Urban Design, Civic
Location
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Year
2020
Status
In Progress
Size
10 Acres / 11,000 M2 / 120,000 SF
Client
Pacifica Companies
Collaborators
Design Team
Farooq Ameen, Pariya Mohammaditabar, Caglar Gokbulut