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05 - Bhavik Bhoir - Rethinking The Traditional Interface in Design of Resort
DESIGN DISSERTATION
FOR SEMESTER IX
SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS
OF THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE (B.Arch.)
BY
SUBJECT GUIDE
This is to certify that the Design Dissertation research project entitled- RETHINKING
THE TRADITIONAL INTERFACE IN DESIGN OF RESORT is a record of bonafide
studies carried out by Mr. Bhavik Balkrishna Bhoir a student of Final Year B.Arch. at
VIVA School of Architecture. This Design Dissertation is completed under my guidance
and supervision. This satisfies the requirements for submitting a partial fulfilment of
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) recognized University of Mumbai and approved by
Council of Architecture, New Delhi during the academic year 2022 – 2023.
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Prof. Nayana Raut Prof. Chakor A. Mehta
Guide, I/c Principal
Design Dissertation VIVA School of
Architecture
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This is to certify that we have conducted the viva-voce for this Design Dissertation,
Semester-IX as External Examiner on ______________
Signature: Signature:
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Ext, Examiner #01 Ext, Examiner #02
Name: Name:
DECLARATION
Signature: ___________________
Name of the student: Bhavik Balkrishna. Bhoir
Place: Virar
Date:
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DEDICATION
I would like to dedicate this Design Dissertation to my parents, Mr. Balkrishna Bhoir, Mrs.
Rohini Bhoir, my sister Ms. Jagruti Bhoir and my grandfather Mr. Bhaskar Bhoir with all my
family members for their guidance, motivation, and support throughout the
whole process.
I would also like to dedicate the thesis to my friend Ms. Gauri Choudhari for believing me in
every aspect over the last five years and helping me throughout the research programme.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The progress of the research work took place under the supervision of Prof. Nayana Raut. I am
grateful to them to guide me with the research format, hierarchy of topics, and supporting at all
levels of research. I extend my deepest gratitude to my parents who supported and encouraged
me throughout the year. I am thankful to my principal, Prof. Chakor Mehta, who has been
patient and understanding throughout the year.
I would like to thank Mr. Ashish from Goa, Mr. Kulkarni from Goa, Mr. Ghnyanesh for helping
me with my case studies at Goa.
I would like to express my gratitude to Ar. Raj Patil, for helping out with research work
and area statement.
I am thankful to my friends Tanay Gosavi, Swapnil Gosavi. Saurav Gaikwad, Sadanand Kudav,
Pratik Monde, Divesh Pimple, Omkar Patil, Harsh Jadhav for helping me out through the
discussions for the research programme.
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ABSTRACT
Tourism has been immensely helping to increase the economy of the region. India is known for
its unity in diversity focusing on the culture and heritage of our country. Indian also well known
for the history and historical elements which have been preserved till now.
The understanding of the benefits of tourism in India and how culturally we can attract more
tourists around the region has been carried out in this region.
Culture and tourism can be clubbed together to improvise the tourist attraction and perspective
of the people. As Tourism is a never-ending industry and which goes on increasing day - by -
day.
In India, one of the majorly populated states is Maharashtra. Maharashtra has many districts
who have very rich culture and are known for it. All the districts of Maharashtra have major
tourist places. One of the newly formed districts is Palghar. Palghar district has cultural and
heritage background which is known by very few of them. There are many places and things in
Palghar district which are known only to the locals of particular region.
And hence, the research focuses of the culture and improvisation of the tourist’s places within
the region of Palghar district.
This project will be a very good opportunity for the future planning of the region. The project
will also help in improving the economy of the region and providing a source to make their own
money.
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Table of Figures
Figure 1- Tourism in India ................................................................................................................... - 3 -
Figure 2 - – Investment opportunities in tourism & hospitality in India............................................. - 4 -
Figure 3 – Types of tourism................................................................................................................. - 5 -
Figure 4 – Preserving old heritage ...................................................................................................... - 6 -
Figure 5 – Transport Facilities ............................................................................................................. - 7 -
Figure 6 – Topic Justification Screenshot 1 ......................................................................................... - 9 -
Figure 7 - Topic Justification Screenshot 2........................................................................................ - 10 -
Figure 8 - Topic Justification Screenshot 3........................................................................................ - 10 -
Figure 9 – Tamil Nadu Map ............................................................................................................... - 14 -
Figure 10 – Maharashtra Map .......................................................................................................... - 14 -
Figure 11 – Tourist Attractions Map of Maharashtra ....................................................................... - 15 -
Figure 12 – Hill Station Map of Maharashtra.................................................................................... - 16 -
Figure 13 – Maharashtra National Park Map.................................................................................... - 17 -
Figure 14 – District Map .................................................................................................................... - 18 -
Figure 16 – Mumbai City Collage 2 ................................................................................................... - 22 -
Figure 15 – Mumbai City Collage ...................................................................................................... - 22 -
Figure 17 – Mumbai illustration........................................................................................................ - 23 -
Figure 18 – Palghar District Detailed Map ........................................................................................ - 23 -
Figure 19 – Palghar District Map ....................................................................................................... - 23 -
Figure 20 – Kelva Beach .................................................................................................................... - 24 -
Figure 21 – Arnala Beach .................................................................................................................. - 24 -
Figure 22 – Dahanu-Bordi Beach ...................................................................................................... - 25 -
Figure 23 – Jawhar Rajwada.............................................................................................................. - 25 -
Figure 24 – Arnala Fort...................................................................................................................... - 26 -
Figure 25 – Vasai Fort........................................................................................................................ - 26 -
Figure 26 – Gambhirgadh.................................................................................................................. - 27 -
Figure 27 – Tarapur Fort ................................................................................................................... - 27 -
Figure 28 – Kaldurga Fort .................................................................................................................. - 28 -
Figure 29 – Kelva Fort ....................................................................................................................... - 28 -
Figure 30 – Kamandurg Fort ............................................................................................................. - 28 -
Figure 31 – Shirgaon Fort .................................................................................................................. - 29 -
Figure 32 – Jivdani Temple................................................................................................................ - 29 -
Figure 33 – Mahalakshmi Temple ..................................................................................................... - 30 -
Figure 34 – Saint Peters Church Arnala............................................................................................. - 30 -
Figure 35 – St. James Church, Agashi ................................................................................................ - 30 -
Figure 36 – Gausia Masjid, Vasai....................................................................................................... - 31 -
Figure 37 – Tourism Circuit of Palghar District ................................................................................. - 32 -
Figure 38 – Challenges and Problems at Palghar .............................................................................. - 33 -
Figure 39 – Accommodation Used by Tourist at Palghar.................................................................. - 34 -
Figure 40 - Transportation Used by Tourist at Palghar ..................................................................... - 34 -
Figure 41 - Hotels .............................................................................................................................. - 35 -
Figure 42 – Villa ................................................................................................................................. - 35 -
Figure 43 – Guest house ................................................................................................................... - 35 -
Figure 44 – Resort (Water Park)........................................................................................................ - 35 -
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Table of Tables
Table 1 – 6 Division of Maharashtra with its region, districts & headquarters ................................ - 19 -
Table 2 – 36 districts of Maharashtra with codes, formation day, headquarters, administrative
division & area .................................................................................................................................. - 20 -
Table 3 – Month Wise and District Wise Total Visitor Arrival in Maharashtra ................................. - 21 -
Table 4 – Comparative analysis......................................................................................................... - 76 -
Table 5 – Comparative analysis of site a and site b .......................................................................... - 80 -
Table 6 – Area Statement, Source – Times Saver Standards and Neuferts Forth Edition (Edited by
Author) ............................................................................................................................................ - 105 -
Table 7 – Total area calculation, Source - Author ........................................................................... - 108 -
Table 8 - Area Calculation ............................................................................................................... - 110 -
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 ...................................................................................................................................... - 1 -
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. - 2 -
1.2 Background study ................................................................................................................... - 3 -
1.2.1 Tourism in India ................................................................................................................. - 3 -
1.2.2 Contribution of the tourism industry in India .................................................................... - 3 -
1.2.3 Issues in the tourism industry of India. .............................................................................. - 4 -
1.2.4 Types of tourism in India ................................................................................................... - 5 -
1.2.5 Ways to promote tourism in India...................................................................................... - 6 -
1.3 Aim ........................................................................................................................................... - 8 -
1.4 Objectives................................................................................................................................. - 8 -
1.5 Scope ........................................................................................................................................ - 8 -
1.6 Limitation ................................................................................................................................ - 8 -
1.7 Justification ............................................................................................................................. - 9 -
CHAPTER 2 .................................................................................................................................... - 11 -
2.1 Research Methodology ......................................................................................................... - 12 -
CHAPTER 3 .................................................................................................................................... - 13 -
3.1 Literature review .................................................................................................................. - 14 -
3.1.1 Top two most visited states of India by foreign tourists .................................................. - 14 -
3.1.2 Tourism in Maharashtra ................................................................................................... - 15 -
3.1.3 Districts of Maharashtra ................................................................................................... - 18 -
3.1.4 Month Wise and District Wise Total Visitor Arrival in Maharashtra .............................. - 21 -
3.1.5 The most visited district by tourist in Maharashtra - Mumbai ......................................... - 22 -
3.1.6 The earliest formed district - Palghar ............................................................................... - 23 -
3.1.7 Problems with Tourism in the Palghar District ................................................................ - 33 -
3.2 Contextual study through different references. ................................................................. - 35 -
3.2.1 Types of accommodation facilities available at tourists spot in Palghar ......................... - 35 -
3.2.2 Resorts.............................................................................................................................. - 36 -
3.2.3 Cultural expression and sustainable design of resort ....................................................... - 38 -
3.2.4 Characteristics of cultural resort ...................................................................................... - 38 -
CHAPTER 4 .................................................................................................................................... - 43 -
4.1 Case Study– 1 (Digital): Delhi Haat, Janakpuri, New Delhi ............................................. - 44 -
4.1.1 Why Delhi haat, janakuri?................................................................................................ - 44 -
4.1.2 About the project.............................................................................................................. - 44 -
4.1.3 Site surroundings ............................................................................................................. - 45 -
4.1.4 Design aspects .................................................................................................................. - 46 -
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CHAPTER 1
Introduction
- Philip Johnson
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1.1 Introduction
"Around the world, in countries at all development levels, many millions of jobs and businesses
are dependent on a strong and thriving tourism sector. Tourism has also been a driving force
in protecting natural and cultural heritage, preserving them for future generations to enjoy"
International travel was one of the most significant economic activities in the globe at the
beginning of the twenty-first century, and its effects could be felt from the Arctic to the
Antarctic. Therefore, it is quite interesting and significant to study the history of tourism.
Before the term "tourist" was first used at the end of the 18th century, there was a lengthy
history of travel.
Ancient Greece and Rome, which can lay claim to the origins of both "heritage tourism" (meant
to celebrate and appreciate historic sites of acknowledged cultural importance) and beach
resorts, can be found in the Western tradition of organised travel with supporting infrastructure,
sightseeing, and an emphasis on essential destinations and experiences.
Why tourism?
One of the fastest-growing economic sectors in the world, tourism has undergone constant
expansion and deepening diversity over the years. Modern tourism includes an increasing
number of new locations and is directly related to development. These factors have made
tourism a significant force for socioeconomic development.
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The potential market for the tourism business grows as the number of tourists with varying
abilities rises, and the Indian government has been putting numerous initiatives into place to
provide accessible tourism. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, (2015) investigated
the extent of accessible travel among both domestic and foreign visitors in their survey on
accessible tourism in India.
India provides diverse geographical regions, world-class tourist attractions, and specialised
travel services including ecotourism, adventure travel, and medical travel. Incredible India has
encouraged growth in employment and tourist arrivals. India wants to raise the number of
cruise passengers from the current 0.4 million to 4 million. The economic potential of cruise
tourism is anticipated to increase from $110 million to $5.5 billion over the next few years.
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The growth of infrastructure with multiple uses, such as hotels, resorts, and restaurants, as well
as transportation infrastructure (airports, highways, ships, and railroads), is frequently
facilitated by tourism. WTTC ranks 13th in visitor exports (2020).
According to the World Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Development Index, India is
now rated 54th (2021).
1.5%
Share in World Tourist Arrivals (2022)
1.3%
Share in International Tourism Receipts (2022)
$7Bn
Foreign Exchange Earnings (FEEs) (2022)
India is anticipated to rank among the top five markets for business travel by 2030. 100% FDI
is permitted under the automatic route in the tourism sector. In tourism construction projects,
including the creation of hotels, resorts, and recreational facilities, 100% FDI is permitted.
Source - https://www.investindia.gov.in/sector/tourism-hospitality
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The lack of infrastructure is a significant obstacle for the Indian tourism industry. This includes
lodging, access to other cities, healthcare options, and transportation, among other things. The
budget's ineffective use of funds is the main cause of this lack of concern.
Safety and Security, The main determinant of whether or not tourists will visit a particular
location is their safety and security. This issue has arisen as a result of attacks on foreign
tourists, particularly women tourists. When it comes to safety, India is ranked 114th. The travel
industry should adopt stricter policies and implement legislation to punish criminals who
defraud unwitting travellers.
Inaccessibility - Due to the high expense of transportation, inadequate connectivity with cities,
and the fact that just 2% of tourists can access many of the country's tourist attractions are
inaccessible to the poor, women, and elderly.
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Because the government determines the nation's tourist policies, only the government of a
country may endeavour to promote it. Any government can always discuss what should be
done and what should not be done while they are in the chair.
Despite this, we would like to advise the following to promote tourism. While we cannot set
rules, by doing so, India may greatly increase its revenue from the tourism industry. We
shouldn't let opportunities pass by that would hurt any nation's economy.
Many people believe that this marketing is pointless. But rather than letting any heritage be
wasted, tourism may be encouraged by outsourcing the repair of this damaged property.
When a visitor visits a location, they should bring their memories back with them. The majority
of travel locations worldwide are experiencing alone. Where visitors enjoy returning time and
time again. Include backwaters, the Himalayas, botanical gardens, and architectural landmarks.
The ability to further improve a location's natural attractiveness should be available to the
tourist ministry. Every tourist destination needs to be further developed and filled with
amenities.
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Only when a traveller is provided with the bare minimum of knowledge about a location can it
become memorable. For instance, measures can be taken to provide the visitor with a tour
guide, a children's programme of activities, full of such amenities and opportunities for cultural
contact etc.
ought to be a lot of amenities. It is possible to offer services like pre-packaged train travel,
simple bus connections, and safe vehicle rental services with competent staff. These methods
contribute significantly to the tourist experience.
India's states are teeming with natural beauty. As a gift from nature, forests, hills, rivers, and
streams are present in every state. All of those natural areas must be utilised as tourist
destinations to draw visitors.
All states ought to support historic and all-natural structures so that information is accessible
not only in India but also outside. To make these locations more appealing, each state must
contribute a special amount of funding from its ministry.
Certain meals can only be cooked in a certain state, and each state has a speciality that people
travel to visit. The promotion of such a speciality is crucial.
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1.3 Aim
The aim of this research is to comprehend the cultural importance in tourism. The importance
of the culture and how it can be imbibed with the design where it can mark the USP of the
project is understood in this research.
1.4 Objectives
• The objective is to understand the cultural importance of a region and how it can affect
the tourism of the place.
• With the rapid growth of tourism industry, observing the accomodation needs of people
over a region.
• To understand the need of hotel and resort which can help in increasing the tourist over
a region.
1.5 Scope
The scope is to design the resort with cultural background & make good accommodation
facility available at region with cultural significance. This project proposal will focus on the
cultures and architecture elements related within the region. The ways of development of resort
to make it attract tourists all over the region.
1.6 Limitation
The project will limit only to the design proposal of resort. The concern of promenade
development and the road networking will not be tackled in this design proposal. The design
will be limited within the site boundary.
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1.7 Justification
As mentioned is the below image of news, MLA Kshitij Thakur wants to make Palghar region
as a Mini-Goa. He wants to improvise the water-line and make it into a good tourist attractions
within the district. The region is rich in its culture and heritage. He wants to incorporate the
culture and heritage of Virar - Vasai, Palghar district to attract tourists.
Source - Author
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In the report of future development, it is stated that the Vasai - Virar region has rich cultural
background. The temples, the beaches, the historical sites and many more are gifted to this
region. CIDCO, MMRDA and other authorities are taking this region as a development
opportunity. These special authorities wants to make this region as a spot of tourism.
Source - Author
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CHAPTER 2
Research Methodology
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AIM
OBJECTIVE
SCOPE
LIMITATION
DESIGN BRIEF
AREA STATEMENT
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CHAPTER 3
Literature Review
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Maharashtra – 4,408,916
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In India, the state is a popular travel destination. Maharashtra received 5,078,514 foreign and
119,191,539 local visitors in 2017, according to the Indian Ministry of Tourism. This
welcoming state has a variety of lodging choices, including historic inns, five-star resorts,
affordable lodging, and homestays.
Source - www.maharshtratourism.gov.in
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• Hill stations
In order to escape the summer heat, the British built numerous hill stations around India and in
Maharashtra during their colonial control. The majority of these are close to Mumbai and Pune,
the two biggest cities in the state, and are situated on the hills of the Sahyadri range of the
Western Ghats.
Source - www.maharshtratourism.gov.in
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• National Parks
Along with several fantastic national parks, Maharashtra is blessed with rich plains, scenic
scenery, and lush green forest areas. In Maharashtra, there are numerous sanctuaries and
national parks that protect the environment and offer visitors a breath-taking experience. The
state is home to some of the top national parks in the world, which host countless treks and
camping excursions including safari trips and picnics in addition to being well-known
worldwide.
Source - www.maharshtratourism.gov.in
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Source - www.maharshtratourism.gov.in
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Source - Wikipedia
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Table 2 – 36 districts of Maharashtra with codes, formation day, headquarters, administrative division & area
Source - Wikipedia
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3.1.4 Month Wise and District Wise Total Visitor Arrival in Maharashtra
Table 3 – Month Wise and District Wise Total Visitor Arrival in Maharashtra
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The World Travel & Tourism Council estimated that in 2016, tourism supported 637,900 jobs,
or 7.3% of the city's total employment, and generated US$3.9 billion, or 3.2% of the city's
GDP. By 2026, the industry is expected to increase by an average annual rate of 8.8% to reach
$9 billion (3.1 percent of GDP). In 2016, the travel and tourism sector in Mumbai contributed
5.4% of the country's overall GDP and employed 2.4% of all workers.
In 2016, 35.7% of Mumbai's tourism-related spending came from foreign visitors. United Arab
Emirates residents make up almost one in five of the city's foreign visitors.
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By dividing the largest district in the nation, Thane, which has maritime-mountainous and civil
components, Palghar, the 36th district of the state, was created as of August 1, 2014. The
construction of the new district began on August 1st, 2014, in the presence of the then-Chief
Minister Prithviraj Chavan and the then-Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat. The 36th district
in the state is Palghar.
The Palghar district, which is found in the northern Konkan region, stretches between the
Sahyadri mountain range in the east and the Arabian Sea coast in the west. Mumbai and Thane
are located to the district's south, and Valsad (Gujarat) and Dadra and Nagar Haveli are located
to the district's north. Palghar district has a total population of 29,95,428. There are a total of 8
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talukas in the Palghar district, including those in Jawhar, Mokhada, Talasari, Vasai,
Vikramgad, Palghar, Dahanu, and Wada.
There are 3818 padas and 1007 villages in the Palghar district, which has a total size of 469699
hectares. There are 467 Gram Panchayats in addition. The district of Palghar has a 66.65%
literacy rate. Males make up 72.23% of the population while females make up 59.28%.
The distance to the district is 112 kilometres. A beach is there. This district is home to the
historic forts of Vasai, Arnala, Tarapur, Kelwa, Shirgaon, Kaldurg, Kamandurg, and
Gambhirgad. The spiritual splendour of this area is represented by Jivdani Mandir and
Mahalakshmi Mandir.
A tribal population lives in the Palghar district. The cultural icons of this area include Warli
paintings and Tarpa dance. The Gholwad Chikus in the Dahanu Taluk are well-known.
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if tempted to swim in these waters because the sea is neither clean nor safe. Beach resorts
can be found on the shore as well.
• Dahanu-Bordi beach - In the Palghar
district's Dahanu taluka is where you'll
find Dahanu Bordi Beach. It is
dispersed throughout a 17 km area.
Dahanu is renowned for its large
chikoo fruit orchids in addition to its
long and well-kept coastline. Even Figure 22 – Dahanu-Bordi Beach
known hill towns, it is endowed with fascinating valleys, dense, lush woods, and a
comfortable environment. The greatest season to visit Jawhar is during the monsons, when
the surrounding hills and the village are shrouded in dense fog. Warli paintings in Jawhar
are well known for their vibrant style. One of the few tribal kingdoms in Maharashtra, this
hill station presents a rare chance to learn about and gain insight into the tribal way of life.
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Sultan Mahmud Begda began building the fort. While there is no food supply, the fort's well
does have water.
This rectangular-shaped fort is nearly encircled by water. There are numerous temples,
including those dedicated to Tryambakeshwar, Bhavani Mata, Kalika Mata, and Mahadev.
There are three entrances, one of whichons at the north side of the fort and features large
bastions on both sides.
• Vasaifort – Bassein, popularly known
as Vasai, is located 45 kilometres from
Palghar City. It's in the Vasai Taluka.
Next to Goa in prominence, the fort in
the old city served as the Portuguese's
northern headquarters. Vasai's coastal
land-fort was encircled by water on
three sides, and to the landslide, it had a
moat that was watered by the sea. Its
Figure 25 – Vasai Fort
sturdy stone wall, which was 4.5 km
Source – www.maharashtraplanet.com
long, included 11 bastions. The
westward land gate was one of the fort's two gates. The fort included a small citadel as well
as gardens for cultivating grains and vegetables. The fort was also well-equipped with water
tanks, storehouses, an armoury, etc. All of the historic buildings inside the wall are currently
in ruins.
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Maharaja during his Maratha rule. The foffersffer exquisite panoramic views of the natural
surroundings covered by greenish Suru trees. The ort, surrounby ded all the sides by the
water, provide enchanteye-catchinghing experience during the tidal procession and
recessions. During low tide per,iods this is accessible and visible perfectly a and local
country boat facility is available to approach the fort.
• Kamandurg - Kamandurg is located in the
Palghar district's Vasai Taluka. The
residents of Belkadi are from the Varli
Adivasi community, and they are quite
helpful. Four water streams must be
crossed, the third of which is 40 feet wide.
On the plateau are five water cisterns and
a stone with an idol's image cut into it. Figure 30 – Kamandurg Fort
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forest, giving it a green appearance. There is a stunning view of Vasai Crake. There are two
summits, and to get to the second peak, one must descend, traverse, and then ascend from
the opposite side.
• Shirgaon Fort - In the Palghar taluka, Shirgaon
fort is situated on one side of Shirgaon beach.
Great Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji
utilised the fort as a place to keep an eye on foes
entering the Arabian Sea. The old fort is now in
ruins. This fort was under the control of the
Portuguese before the Marathas. The British
took control of this fort from the Marathas in
1818. The fort has a height of roughly 200
Figure 31 – Shirgaon Fort
feet and a width of more than 150 feet. The
Source – Wikipedia
old brick and red stone structure was
preserved as the Portuguese expanded and restored this fort. The five-foot cannon on the
northwest corner of the citadel commemorates the conflicts that have taken place here.
Along with normal tourists, the fort's scenic surroundings and cleanliness draw numerous
historians.
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old churches in the region are St. James Church (Agashi) and Church of the Holy Spirit
(Nandakhal)
• Gausia Masjid Koliwada Vasai - A tiny plot of ground
was made available, and a temporary structure of 30
feet by 20 feet was built to house the five daily prayers
and serve as a place to share Islamic teachings. Later,
the surrounding property was bought, and in 1982, the
holy hands of theDescendentss of the Great Muslim
Saint, Hazrat Abdul Qadir jilani (R.A) (Gaure Park)
of Baghdad Sharif, lay the cornerstone for a huge
monumental building of Gausia Masjid. Koliwada
Vasai's centre currently contains a two-story mosque.
The Koliwada Mosque has lived a glori ous life for
almost 25 years. The Mosque's administrators provide
several religious services for the benefit of Sunni
Muslims. The Grausia Masjid also houses an Arabic
school.
Figure 36 – Gausia Masjid, Vasai
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The tourist places which are mostly known to all in the Palghar district are the ones which are
marked on map (figure. 37), but instead there are many other places which are known by the
locals and accessed by the locals.
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• As per the survey there some problems have been found regarding Palghar tourism, a graph
shows 12low-qualityty service overall tourist place, 7% non-reliability, 4% languages
difficulties with the local community, 16% problem face uncast of transport which is higher
than facilities, 7% people dissatisfied on lack of hospitality service on tourist place, 4%
people problem with theft by local thieves, 15% people mention about lack of infrastructure
facilities at tourist place, and 6% people has problems in other mater.
• Language Barriers: The language problem is the locality that has been found which creates
barrier to the promotion of tourism. Local people are found to lack proper fluency in Hindi,
Marathi and English languages for interaction with the outbound tourist the outbound
tourist.
• Insufficient Financial Problem: Proper financial support can enhance the tourism potential
of the region, which would help and preserve the local culture, traditions, heritage, art forms,
etc., because according to mass thinking, maintaining culture is not commercially viable.
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Prospects -
• Tourism is supplemental income that can contribute to the increase of well-being of local
community inhabitants, a chance to reduce out-migration and development of the rural and
urban areas.
• Tourism seems important to create an economy, and it may be a driving force with the other
branches of the regional economy.
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• Hotels -
A hotel is an establishment that provides paid lodging on a
short-term basis. The hotel is majorly found around all the
tourist locations. It is found that major tourists and travellers
tend to always go to a hotel for accommodation.
• Guest House -
A guest house is a private house offering accommodation to
paying guests. The number of people's accommodation can vary
according to the size of the guest house. People staying near the
tourist places with their huge properties generally tend to have a
guest house type of accommodation.
Figure 43 – Guest house
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3.2.2 Resorts
A resort is a self-contained business that strives to
provide most of the needs of a visitor, including food,
drink, swimming, housing, sports, entertainment,
and shopping, on the property. A hotel complex that
offers a variety of services, usually including
entertainment and recreational opportunities, is
referred to as a resort. A hotel is typically the focal
point of a resort, like the Grand Hotel on Michigan's
Mackinac Island. In addition to being resorts, several
Figure 45 – Resort illustration
condominium developments also provide timeshares,
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fractional ownership, and full ownership options.
Even though it's not always the case, resorts run by
one corporation started to appear more frequently in the late 20th century.
Types of resorts -
The four main types of resorts are golf and beach resorts, island and lake resorts. The guests
served by each kind of resort vary. Others may be trying to improve their golf game, while
some may be searching for a break packed with mud baths and relaxation. Resorts offer
amenities for all visitors. Families can plan a fantastic vacation together by selecting the ideal
type of resort with the aid of a better understanding of the many sorts.
• Golf Resorts
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• Beach Resorts
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• Island Resorts
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• Lake Resorts
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Many tangible and intangible cultural traits have vanished as a result of this conflict, while
others have been added to the list of endangered species. For resorts to be designed sustainably,
cultural identity must be preserved and maintained. However, in many cases, the design of
tourism infrastructure does not take cultural sustainability into sufficient account. This leads to
a diversity of identities.
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The Southern Australia Tourism Commission (SATC, 2000) urged the incorporation of local
values into tourism-related initiatives and suggested that new developments' architectural
design, landscaping, and building materials should honour the area's rich cultural history. This
includes fostering community identity by encouraging the use of local knowledge, skills, and
traditions as well as by promoting tourist activities and behaviours that respect cultural
practises, landmarks, and values. Designs should also be in keeping with local and national
heritage and character.
Source – www.amanpuri.com
The Amanpuri in Phuket, Thailand. Coconut trees frame the traditional Thai-style roofs. The
hotel’s architecture echoes the Royal Palace compound in Bangkok where King Bhumibol
Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit Kitiyakara live.
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Tropicana Beach Resort in Lagos, Saminaka Resort in Kaduna, and Argungu Fishing Village
in Kebbi State, among others, are examples of places where this was primarily employed for
lodging units and gazebos (Plates 1 to 4). At the Argungu fishing village, La Champagne
Tropicana, and Suntan beach resort, lodging units were arranged in clusters to convey a village
atmosphere. La Champagne Tropicana's structures were grouped together in groups of five,
with some of the huts being raised on silts.
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beachfront at Sun Tan Beach Resort were made of thatch (Plate 6). Earthen bricks were utilised
at Trappco Ranch and Resort for the walls, arches, and facing of some of the chalets' walls, as
well as for the restaurant's walls and arches (Plate 7).
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plates 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 12. These exhibit thatched roofs, timber roof constructions tied with
bush ropes, and mud brick masonry walls and arches.
Figure 54- Example for Use of Indigenous Skills and Construction Techniques
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Figure 55- Example for Reflection of Local Lifestyle and Cultural Activities
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CHAPTER 4
Case Studies
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Source – Archdaily
With its concerts and other efforts, DTTDC has promoted music across the entire city of Delhi.
The plan was to provide children with a place to play with music and a home for their playful
music. The goal was to breathe fresh life into this area of Delhi and serve as its rhythmic "heart
beat," and this was the underpinning layer that connected the full programme of official and
informal stores selling goods and celebrating culture.
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With two Dilli Haats already existing in the city, one questioned the design components on
various levels. Fundamentally, all Dilli Haats require a common venue for connecting
craftspeople with urban residents. To draw visitors from outside of their immediate
neighbourhood and the city at large, each of these haats needs to have its own distinctive
personality.
It was also important to consider how these haats' vocabulary and images changed over time.
They couldn't be duplicated as urban communities or as extensions of the preceding haats. They
needed to be modern, innovative, and respectful of the project's craft and cultural focus.
Therefore, the design solution is a dialogue between the past and the present, acknowledging
tradition while adapting it to modern times, both in concept and in construction.
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centre, one has the information centre, the other a café. The music centre offers a variety of
rare classics and musical instruments for sale.
• Materials used
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build structures for shading, screens for baskets and food courts, sculptures for street furniture,
and accent trees and soft-scapes for border plantations.
Site zoning entails dividing up the spaces according to the tasks that will be performed in each
one. You move from formal to informal spaces established between the food courts, the
entrance plaza, and the stores as you move away from the entrance. Small grassy spaces in
front of the impromptu marketplace seating areas allow people to take a short break and lay
their kids down. It is easy for everyone to navigate the haat because the spaces are divided into
formal, casual, recreational, and exhibition sections. By zoning some of the private
architectural components, like the auditorium, and treating the auditorium's roof as an
amphitheatre, the design thoughtfully utilises the levels that were constructed.
Since there was no music-specific centre in the city, the haat's primary focus was chosen to be
music. The haat offers both formal and casual shopping opportunities. The haat had two distinct
types of structures: formal, which were air-conditioned stores, and informal, which were the
stalls with roof canopies. Between the groups of shops, there are places for kids to play.
On both levels, there are a variety of activities connected by free-flowing areas that are
convenient for everyone to go around. The location contains two primary entry points for
pedestrians and cars, as well as a service entry with two additional unique entry points. When
one first arrives at the location, a pedestrian path leads them to an entrance plaza, via which
they can travel to the main centre plaza, which is surrounded by air-conditioned stores. A direct
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access ramp for pedestrians leads to the terrace's unofficial commercial areas and leads to the
café and underground parking.
- The location of the site in the town's centre and close to a train station makes it convenient
for shoppers.
- Open platform shops and crafts shops are two different types of stores.
• Weakness
- There isn't any natural light at the end of the food court.
• Opportunity
- The site offers a lot of buffer space that may be used for other activities or during the haat's
busiest times.
• Threat
- Site is situated in an area that becomes dormant after a given amount of time.
• Conclusion:
The overall design provides a pleasant analysis of the materials used and the supply of diverse
spaces in accordance with the needs of the location. Another clever use of space is the creation
of an amphitheatre in the area above the auditorium. Due to its proximity to transportation hubs
and high volume of foot traffic, the site's accessibility is especially essential. The melodic
concept of the haat has inadvertently inspired several inventive buildings, such the bamboo
baskets that serve as a draw for tourists.
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Source – www.desertresortmandwa.com
The award-winning Desert Resort, a pioneer in mud building, harmoniously combines man and
nature. The resort, which is perched on sand dunes, was created using the traditional Vaastu
principles to enhance the flow of good energy. The Desert Resort, which occupies an area of
more than 100 acres, has a dairy on site, solar heating, and an oasis within its enclosure that is
supplied with recycled water.
Seven years running, The Desert Resort has won the Regional Tourism Award of Excellence.
The National Tourism Award of Excellence was also given to it. The Desert Resort has
pioneered sustainable tourism by fusing the customs and cultures of the surrounding villages
with cutting-edge modern conveniences, providing each visitor with an exceptional experience.
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Figure 68 – Cottages
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• Materials
In this project, mud was mainly used. Mud was not only
cheaper but also the most appropriate both, climatically and
aesthetically. Locally available materials were used for
construction. For the structures sun dried bricks where used.
- The sun dried mud bricks for the walls were made on site.
- Local sandstone was used for door and window frames as
Figure 70 – Door & Window
well as brackets, lintels & roof slabs.
Source – www.desertresortmandwa.com
- Concentric circle with bamboo strips holding the straw
together.
- Timber.
- Thatched roof.
- Stone slab polished and paint.
- Wooden door and windows.
- The indigenous cooling system, khas tatti window unit Figure 71 – Thatch Roof
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The site is divided into two zones the built zone covering an area of 3 acres and the unbuilt
zone covering an area of 33 acres.
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• Design concept
In this project, mud was mainly used. Mud was not only cheaper but also the most appropriate
- both, climatically and aesthetically. Locally available materials were used for construction.
The sun-dried bricks came from the bed of a dried out tank, adjacent to the hillock. The thatch
came from the grass growing on the site itself, the stone for the foundations, sills, lintels
brackets and roofing slabs and other built in furniture came from Ragunathgarh (25 kms. away).
The wooden lathe workers from Laxmangarh were to make a peg and other small fixtures. The
local village carpenters (Khatis) were to put together and the carve them, the local masons were
to build the structures, and the women from the near by villages were to hand plaster and finish
the wails with moldings, relief work, embedded mirror work and also mould in mud elements,
such as choolas, platforms, grain bins a stores etc. and finally draw on the walls.
• Cottages
The huts/cottages were actually supposed to form a cluster of 8 huts in which 2 huts are meant
to represent the farmers' huts, three weavers' huts and three potters hut. They are not placed in
a row nor do they share common walls. Each unit is a separate unit and unique and yet a part
of the whole cluster. Spaces have been created for social interaction. A chakki (stone flourmill)
a grinding stone etc. is embedded in the platform & steps outside the huts to indicate how
people interact and socialize in rural areas. The cottages are built on brick foundation. The
walls, sleeping platform, etc are made of brick plastered with mud and covere Cow-dung.
Outside the walls and windows are decorated with motifs painted.
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Each hut is unique, what they all have in common are creature comforts provided which are a
bit incongruous with the surrounding. The walls have niches for old-lamps and very quaint
mini-windows even have wire mesh to prevent insects from invading the interiors. Windows
provide light as well as ventilation though they are small in size. Floors are plasters with cow-
dung roofs of some of the huts are thatched while others have stone slab roof which have been
left without polish and paint
• LANDSCAPE
All the pathways are paved in brick and are flanked by hedges 3 height on each side. No big
trees are seen in the resort due to poor soil conditions. Only old trees are present which give a
feeling of being sculpted. An open dining area presents a magnificent view of the landscape
stretching ahead for miles. Light fixtures are placed in the gardens & courtyards to sit and enjoy
in night. A conical Obri with thatched roof and small openings has been made as a landscape
element to give a real effect of a village.
Source – www.desertresortmandwa.com
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detailing in the architecture & design. The original structures consisted of a colonnaded
veranda and a 'haveli'. The colonnade, which was used as the 'mardana', overlooks the plains
on one side and the lake on the other while the three-storey 'haveli' enclosing a courtyard was
used as the 'zenana'.
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The Zanana (women) quarters and Mardana (men) quarters, designed historically for the ladies
and men respectively, offer hints to Rajput culture and traditional customs like pardah or
reflecting the grandeur of mehfils & baithak.
Source – www.booking.com
- Dining lounging areas.
- The single rock cut swimming pool.
- The sun-deck meant for sunbathing and leisure.
- Private dining & live cooking.
- A man made privale lake with lounge decks.
- An organic vegetable garden.
• Design Feature
Introduced the 'Zero Kilometer design concept. This stressed their belief that while design
should be innovative and functional, efforts should be made to involve local craftsmen and
preserve local traditions. This not only brings down the cost of a project substantially, but also
reduces environment pollution entailed by transportation and makes quality control easier to
manage, in addition to involving the local craftsmen and sustaining livelihoods in the region.
Eco Friendly Architecture.
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• Materials
- The sun dried mud bricks for the walls were made on site.
- local sandstone was used for door and window frames as well as brackets, lintels and roof
- slabs.
- "kikar' (Acacia) and eucalyptus logs were used as beams.
- Local Bidasan marble was used for flooring.
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• Conclusion:
⁻ The planning of the resort is completely based on the nature and culture of the area.
⁻ Regarding the choice of materials, an effort was made to use materials as local as
possible and as sustainable as possible. Local materials already are best suited to the
conditions of the region. Similarly the true essence of any craft is the story behind it,
which has been used as inspirations by the designers, to design products that would
narrate the similar stories but for a contemporary audience. Hence the entire series of
furniture and products developed for Lakshman Sagar resort imbibes the true sense of
design, tradition, ecology, ethics and a contemporary culture.
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Bogmallo Beach Resort is a convenient 10-minute drive from Dabolim Airport. Located only
a few kilometres away from the airport, Bogmallo Resort is a five-star hotel offering a luxurious
stay with a variety of services that can enjoy. With over 50 rooms, Bogmallo has a modern
and contemporary design which reminds one of Portugese architecture.
Distance -
• Colva Beach - 23 km
Figure 83 – Location
• Hansa Beach - 8 km
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The Bogmallo Beach Resort Goa is ideally situated on a secluded white sand beach at Bogmallo
Beach Resort Goa. Bogmallo Beach Resort Goa is located a mere 10 minutes from the airport.
Bogmallo Beach Resort Goa has 126 well maintained rooms and 15 sea facing cottages, some
of the rooms have a fabulous private balcony overlooking the sea.
Bogmallo Beach Resort Goa is an ideal venue for conferences there are 3 conference halls to
choose from, each easily able to accommodate 80-120 persons. Bogmallo Beach Resort Goa
also boasts a full range of audiovisual equipment and trained staff, so that every need connected
to conferencing is anticipated and taken care of.
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Source – booking.com
The resort's 85 Deluxe rooms serve as a symbol of luxury travel. These are appropriate for
family vacations, leisure travel, and business trips. Deluxe accommodations feature a plush
King Size bed, a separate sitting area, a separate work station (for short office wind-up work),
and a connected separate balcony that looks out onto the Arabian Sea's expanse and depths,
which are bordered by green palm trees. These rooms are simple yet attractive and feature
vibrantly coloured furnishings against strong themes. The standard hotel amenities include a
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television, tea & coffee making facilities, an in-room safe, and 24-hour room service. The
completely air-conditioned rooms offer a private bathroom with a shower/tub combination and
complimentary luxury toiletries.
Source – Author
2. Superior Room
35 Superior rooms in total are intended to satisfy business and corporate guests. The rooms
offer twin bed options, a separate living and dining area, and a separate work station to perform
their office job in order to maintain warmth and comfort during their stay. Wall murals,
lighting, and colour schemes are all given a business feel. To maintain comfort, there is a staff
available around-the-clock, full air conditioning in the rooms, cable TV, Wi-Fi, free water
bottles, and a tea and coffee maker. The adjoining private bathroom contains a bathtub and a
shower combo for short periods of time.
Source – Author
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3. Corner Suite
There are five corner suites in all that are family-friendly and front Bogmalo beach. With the
warm evening light from the setting sun, the theme and décor of these apartments become more
colourful. The large window panes are wide open to let in the evening's gentle air that laps the
waves of the Arabian Sea. A resort offers workers who are available 24/7. Cable television and
internet connection provide entertainment. Two free water bottles are included with the
costume. Tea and coffee makers are another option. These spacious suites have a King Size
bed, a separate sitting cum dining area, a separate work station to keep comfort. The luxuriously
furnished private bathroom has a shower bath tub combination.
Source – Author
4. Beach Cottages
A distinctive setting included in the description of staying at Goa beaches is the total of 15
Beach cottages. True to their name, these living arenas are exact replicas of well-known village
cottages, complete with thatched roofs made of straw and other similar materials. Over wooden
poles and the timber concept walls, these sloping roofs are balanced. The front balcony features
wooden railings and separate walkways going to the beach and garden area. These cottages are
nearby the resort and are great for solitary tourists and couples who want to get away from their
busy lives. The entire interior of these cottages is air conditioned, where guests may watch
television or get creative with a tea and coffee maker.In room safe and 2 complimentary water
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bottles are also provided. There is one room with king size bed and a private bathroom has
bathtub and other basic amenities.
Source – booking.com
5. Chalet
There is just one "Wooden Chalet" to enjoy at Bogmalo beach, therefore this is another example
of creative work to witness. This is a symbol of warmth and relaxation in the earthy coloured
old charm with all the modern facilities, making it ideal for tourists on a short weekend break.
All of the wood-crafted beauty in the floor, walls, roof, doors, etc. The wooden chalet has a
view of the Arabian Sea and a separate open area where you may relax in the evening sun while
enjoying a plunge in the clear sea. The inside room, which is surrounded by palm trees, offers
a king-size bed, cable television, an in-room safe, and a tea and coffee maker
Figure 93 – Chalet
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Source – booking.com
7. Facilities
1. Business Center
2. Room Service
3. Fitness Room/Gym
5. Restaurant
Figure 95 - Gym
6. Conference Room
Source – booking.com
7. Swimming Pool
9. Ayurveda
11. spa
Figure 96 - Bogmolo Village cycling
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4.4.6 Overview
The resort has a private beach where there are hardly any people visiting the shores. All the
rooms are planned in such a way that there is an opportunity of beach's view from the balcony
and terraces of the hotel. The site in on contours and following the topography of site, the hotel
has been planned and design. Proper access of roads and pathways are designated for parking
areas. There is slope parking. The entrance lobby and waiting area is a beautiful double height
domed structure with Goan architectural features which creates a very good impact of the
tourists. The hotel is very large with conference rooms, dining and food court areas, lawns,
swimming pools, amenities and various other spaces.
The location of the site is within the outskirts from the main cities in Goa. The double height
waiting area and the flooring of it creates a very Goan impact of the visitors. Involvement of
Goan architectural elements is been followed.
Weakness
The beach cottages and chalet types of rooms are built of local materials, mud, clay. Some of
these chalets are in conditions of no use, damage caused due to the monsoons. This states that
limiting the usage of vernacular materials and style is necessary near specific areas.
Opportunities -
As it is located in the extreme outline area from Goan cities, the small village besides the hotel
gets opportunity for working near by their areas. There are small retail shops run by the
villagers outside the hotel.
Threat -
As it is far away from the city, during extreme climate conditions and heavy monsoons the
travel from hotel becomes dangerous and difficult. Access to the beach, and beach adventure
activities will be completely closed down during monsoons. This will lead to less
accommodation during some of the seasons.
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Jadhavgadh is a restoration of a fort and turning the property into a cultural luxurious resort.
This resort imbibes as living an historic life or moment. The resort has all the architectural
elements which relates to the theme of fort. Due to this reason this is chosen as case study.
Figure 97 – Map
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Source – jadhavgadh.com
Four quaint Neem Forest Cottages are located amidst nests and chirping birds. These eco-
friendly cottages are unique in nature. Completely air-conditioned and with all the modern
amenities, our Neem Forest cottages will certainly amaze you during your blissful stay at our
heritage resort near Pune.
Figure 99 - Room
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The Chhavani Tent was designed to give visitors a taste of what it was like for royalty to live
outside. You get at your tents to start the experience. You must up a 5-minute slope through a
stone-floored passageway to reach tents that are furnished with all contemporary conveniences.
At our historic Pune resorts, experience the rustic beauty of living in a luxurious tent. Each tent
features a bedroom, a glassed bathroom, and a very attractively decorated seating area.
Additionally, one of the popular herbs utilised frequently in royal cooking practises is grown
in the kitchen garden of our tented rooms in Pune.
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3. Kholi - Deluxe Room
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6. Darbari Suite
This suite at our heritage resort is one of the most popular and sought after accommodations.
The suite is ultra-spacious with king-size beds, large wardrobes, work desks and diwan styled
sofas. It also comes with a four feature bathroom that has a unique free-standing bath. This
suite near Pune is ideal for honeymooners or couples looking for a romantic getaway.
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7. Bajirao Suite
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8. Maharaja Suite
The King’s den intricately carved four-poster teak wood bed, silk upholstery, old-world lamps
and a bathroom that equals the size of most houses in Mumbai! Small niches in the wall hold
artifacts reminiscent of the Maratha era. A large balcony along with a private terrace providing
a 360 panoramic view of Sahyadri hills and fig & custard apple farms are just a few features
of hotel room in Pune.
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9. Maharani Suite
Located at the top of the fort and below the Maharaja suites, the Maharani suite has direct
access to the swimming pool and the spa. At this royal suite of our luxury resort in Pune, you
will never forget your stay. It offers a complete four feature bathroom with its very own steam
room. It's traditional yet feminine charm is a tribute to women who stood by their husbands,
and to their husbands who spared no expense in taking care of the love of their life.
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Located on the top of the museum and with its very own private entrance, the Museum Suites
are one of the most sought-after rooms of the Fort JadhavGADH. The bathroom has a unique
free-standing bathtub and a four feature bathroom that is almost as big as the room. These suites
in Pune provide a luxurious and delightful experience for those who are looking for a romantic
getaway or a second honeymoon.
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4.5.4 Overview
The moment one steps in at Fort JadhavGADH, you are greeted with the royal music by Mavlas
(soldiers during the period of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj) playing the tutari and given a
traditional welcome by a lady dressed in the traditional nauvari (9-wari sari). Fort
JadhavGADH's reincarnation into a luxury heritage resort in Pune is an unassuming and
unhurried masterpiece where everything has its root ensconced in history. The General
Manager is called Killedar, the manager at the reception is called Swagat Kaksha
Vyavasthapak, and the swimming pool in the fort hotel is called Kund. The Chhajja is the
quaint all-day dining area; Kholis are the rooms, Prangan, Panchayat & Gurukull for the
conference room.
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The fort is being restored into a hotel and the planning and interiors involves all the elements,
features aiming for the fort. There are fixtures which are also used an olden element. The fort
is revitalized into a hotel.
• Weakness -
For access, the road is very narrow due to which traffic congestion can be a problem during
seasons.
• Opportunities
As it a fort, there are plenty of open spaces and green forest covers in the surroundings. These
green spaces are utilised for the amenity spaces and other adventure activities. The culture is
been immensely marked as an USP for this project.
• Threat
Due to the heavy, forest cover and fort types old architectural intervention, the entire huge site
can cause a monotonous feeling for some of the people.
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COMPARISON OF SITE
SITE A SITE B
⁻ The site is located at Rajodi Beach, ⁻ The site is located at Rajodi Beach,
Virar. Virar.
⁻ Site A, Rajodi Beach is 10 km, 25-30 ⁻ Site B, Rajodi Beach is 11 km, 25-30
mins from Virar Railway station. mins from Virar Railway station.
⁻ Rajodi Beach is a very well know and clean beach as compared to other beaches in
Virar.
⁻ The site selected is completely towards
⁻ The site selected is towards the private
the opposite side of crowded and active
side of the beach where there are some
part of beach, where people rarely
of the cafes.
visit.
⁻ The road across the site has a 6m wide ⁻ The road across the site is up to 4.5m
road. wide road.
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North of larger Mumbai is Vasai Virar, which is a part of Thane district. Vasai - Virar Sub-
Region, which comprises 53 villages and 4 municipal councils (Virar, Vasai, Nallasopara, and
Navghar-Munikpur), is located in the northwest corner of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. It
is 380 square kilometres in size (or about 9.5% of the total area of the Mumbai Metropolitan
Region). Vasai Creek divides the Vasai-Virar Sub-region from Greater Mumbai and
MiraBhayander. However, it is strategically connected to Mumbai thanks to the expansion of
the road and rail networks. It is also connected by road and rail to other important cities in the
Mumbai Metropolitan Region, including Panvel, Thane, Bhiwandi, and Kalyan (via the Vasai-
Diva Railway Line), Navi Mumbai, and Panvel.
The Vasai Virar area is situated between 19°28'N and 19°47'N latitude and 72°48'E and 72°8'E
longitude on the western edge of Mumbai in the Thane district. With a 380 sq km territory and
Western Railway suburban service, Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation has substantial room
for growth. The Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation is expanding rapidly due to its close
proximity to Brihan Mumbai. Due to Mumbai's exorbitant land prices, low- and middle-income
residents are moving to Vasai Virar. As a result, it currently functions as an expanding
dormitory town for the city of Mumbai.
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Climate Analysis –
The Vasai Virar Sub-region has a hot, humid climate with mild seasonal temperature changes.
The changes are not substantial because of the length of the coastline and the high relative
humidity. Basically, there are three seasons, with a 15-day transition time in between each.
• Winter
This season lasts from October to January and has an average maximum temperature of 28
degrees Celsius, a mean minimum temperature of 16 degrees Celsius, and a relative humidity
range of 77 to 85%.
• Summer
This extends from February to May with the mean maximum temperature of about 34 deg. C.
and the mean minimum temperature of about 26 deg. C. with relative humidity of about 60%
• Monsoon
From June to September, this occurs. In the first week of June, the south-west monsoon begins.
During this time, 95% of the yearly rainfall is measured. About 2200 mm of rain falls on
average each year. The average maximum and minimum temperatures during this time of year
are 30 and 24 degrees Celsius, respectively, with relative humidity ranging between 80 and 85
percent. Temperature and pressure variables over land and water determine the wind's direction
and speed. West or north-west winds are the prevailing directions. The wind blows at a high
velocity in the north-east or east during the monsoon season.
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Rainfall
The rainfall is usually experienced from the beginning of June to the end of September with
annual mean rainfall of 2200-2500 mm. The maximum rainfall is in the month of July
averaging to 800 mm.
Rajodi Beach in line is much cleaner, flat surfaced, safe, pollution free, black sand beach with
less tree shades compared to adjacent beach. It has a manmade Rocky belt at entry which is
ideal place to seat and have a sea view. Tourists flock to the beach at Virar, which is close to
the city.
It is bordered to the north by Arnala Beach and to the south by Kalamb Beach. It is one of the
quietest and cleanest beaches in the area because few tourists have visited it. The beach is
roughly 4.5 kilometres long. On a clear evening, strolling down the seashore while watching
the sun set over the horizon is a popular activity among beachgoers. It has shallow water,
making it generally safer than other beaches close by. There is ample parking space for those
taking their car along.
It is a welcome destination for tourists and locals throughout the year. Visitors can expect to
spend a minimum of 1-2 hours relaxing on the beach. The site surroundings offers few options
for accommodation The site located at the beach, is towards the quite parts of the beach.
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Activities around the site –
• Early in the morning and during evening, people come for beach walks.
• It is been observed that people play volleyball, cricket around the site.
Accessibility –
Site Surroundings–
• In the vicinity of the site, there are small cafes, some of the food stalls, few
places for accommodation.
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6 M wide Road
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Hotel rooms account for the largest share of a hotel by area. The quality of hotel rooms is an
essential criterion for the evaluation of a hotel by a guest. Traditionally, the trend has been to
standardise and schematise floor plans and arrangements.
Hotel room features, according to DEHOGA (excerpt) According to the classification system
of the German Hotel and Inn Association (DEHOGA), there are five categories, essentially
determined by the room's size and features:
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1 Star (Tourist): single room 8m2, double room 12m2 (minimum area for 75% of the hotel
rooms, without bathroom), bed, wardrobe, seat, washbasin in the room, reception as a separate
area
2 Stars (Standard): as before, but single room 12 m2, double room 16 m2 (minimum area for
75% of the hotel rooms, including bathroom and corridor), bathroom in room (for 70% of hotel
rooms), seat per bed, colour television (in 70% of the hotel rooms)
3 Stars (Comfort): as before, but single room 14 m2, double room 18 m2 (minimum area, see
above), bathroom in room (for all rooms in the hotel), telephone, reception area with seating
for group, independent reception
4 Stars (First Class): as before, but single room 16 m2, double room 22 m2 (minimum area,
see above), minibar, armchair/couch with coffee table, lobby with seating and drinks service
5 Stars (Luxury): as before, but single room 18m2 , double room 26m2, (minimum size, see
above), 2% of the hotel rooms as suites (at least two), each with an armchair/sofa per bed,
additional washbasin in double rooms and suites, additional colour television in suites,
reception lobby.
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• Catering
To be able to eat in comfort, one person requires a table area around 60 em wide and 30-40 m
deep. This provides sufficient distance between adjacent diners. Although an additional 20 cm
space in the centre for dishes and large bowls is sometimes desirable, an overall width of 80-
85 cm is suitable for a dining table. If the food is served on plates, then 70 cm is sufficient, and
for fast food 60 cm table depth. Distance between table and wall; 75 cm because the chair alone
requires a space of 50 cm. If the space between table and wall is also used for access, the
distance should be; 1 00 cm. Round tables need a little more space, a difference of up to 50 cm.
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• Swimming Pools
The size of an indoor swimming pool building depends on the size of the pool/water area (or
the dimensions of the basin and the diving boards), the surrounding areas, additional facilities
and required room heights. Building plot for indoor pools (without parking) allow a plot size
of 6-8 m2 per m2 of planned pool area; if the water area is very large, a smaller value will
suffice. Additional open-air areas (terraces, sun decks, sunbathing lawns) can add about 1 0-
20% to the total plot size. A building plot which is flat or with a max. Slope of 15° enables the
design of a public indoor pool on one level, which is a precondition for an economically and
functionally optimised design. A greater slope to the terrain will lead to higher building costs
or functional disadvantages.
The size of the changing area can be derived from the water area (m2). Rough estimate for a
swimming time of about 1.5 hours: no. cloakroom places= 0.3-0.4 m2 water area. No. changing
places: 0.08-0.1 m2 water area, of which 40-50% as cubicles, the rest as changing benches in
communal rooms. Ratio of changing places to clothes lockers 1:4. Family or wheelchair
cubicles: 10% of the cubicles No. communal changing places: min. 2; each communal changing
place with min. 30 clothes lockers.
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• Dimensions
Minimum dimensions of installed fittings: Cubicle: axis dimensions 1.00 m wide, 1.25 m deep,
and 2.00 m high. Family changing cubicle: internal dimensions 1.60 m wide, 1.25 m deep, 2.00
m high.
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• Administration
The assignments of various areas are differentiated by the standard; however, they can
overlap if this results in no limitation of the function.
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The area that have already been developed up to or the shoreline. For this purpose, ' Developed
Area' is referred to as that area within the municipal limits or in other legally designated urban
areas which is already substantially built up and which has been provided with drainage and
approach roads and other infrastructural facilities, such as water supply and sewerage mains.
Regulations:
• Buildings shall be permitted neither on the seaward side of the existing road (or roads
proposed in the approved Coastal Zone Plane of the area) nor on the seaward side of
the existing and proposed road. Existing authorized structures shall be subject to the
existing local Town and Country Planning regulations including the existing norms of
FIS/FAR
• The design and construction of buildings shall be consistent with the surrounding
landscape and architectural style.
• Setting up of new industries and expansion of existing industries, except those directly
related to water front or directly needing foreshore facilities.
• Setting up and expansion of units/mechanism for disposal of waste and effluents into
the water course.
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• Discharging of city untreated waters and effluents from industries, cities or towns and
other human settlements.
• Dumping of city or town waste for the purposes of land filling or otherwise; the existing
practice, if any, shall be phased out within a reasonable time not exceeding three years
from the date of notification.
• Land reclamation, building or disturbing the natural course of sea water with similar
observations, except those required for control of coastal erosion and maintenance or
sandbars except tidal regulators, storm water recharge.
• Mining of sand, rocks and other substrata materials not available outside CRZ areas.
• Any construction between LTL and HTL except facilities for carrying treated effluents
and waste discharges, oil, gas and similar pipelines and dressing or altering of sand
dunes, hills natural features including landscape changes for beautification, recreational
and other such purposes.
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• The footfall observed at the site on daily basis is around 700 - 1000, from morning to
night times, basically throughout the day.
• On the weekend, it is observed that the footfall reaches till 2500 - 3000.
• Hence, the footfall for the design will be assumed and considered as 500.
• The crowd observed is majorly youths, college groups, aged people, couples, families
and the outsiders. Majority there are couples and friends groups visiting the beach.
• It is been observed that for leisure time there are few accommodation options which
works on hourly basis, these small hotels and rooms are mostly used by the locals only.
• The outsiders and the tourists do not find a proper accommodation at the beach. This
development proposal of resort will help in increasing the outside tourists and
increasing the demand of the region.
• It is observed that the opportunities are too less for the making money.
• The travel options for accessing the site are very less and limited.
• From this, it is understood that this proposal will help all the villagers and will help in
developing the overall infrastructure.
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8.1.1 Introduction
Resort, usually known as an amusement place where people gather together and visit the resort
for accommodation. Despite there are many types of resort depending on the categories and
service of it.
As it is said that Indian society is home to various religions, cultures, customs and traditions
and what gives India its unique identity is its diversified culture and heritage. Taking an
advantage of this rich culture of our India, architectural intervention of a resort can help in
increasing the economy of the place.
It is said that the earliest formed district is Palghar and this district itself is rich in culture. There
are many towns and cities in Palghar having rich culture likely Vasai-Virar. Virar is has a
historical, cultural and heritage background. Taking this region into consideration,
(incorporating topic name) will be a very good architectural intervention.
Developing a resort having cultural significance into it and having local architectural elements
to create a homely feeling in the resort can bring people together and this will eventually
develop into a tourist spot. People usually are fascinated by sea, oceans, sea-shores.
Hence, the resort nearby beach will bring more people together and will help in making the
tourist place more famous.
Western India's Maharashtra state has the city of Vasai-Virar. It is a suburb of Mumbai and
ranks as Maharashtra's fifth-largest city according to the 2011 census. It may be found in the
Palghar District, 50 kilometres north of Mumbai. The city is situated on the northern bank of
Vasai Creek, which is a portion of the Ulhas River Estuary.
A number of historically independent towns have been combined to become Vasai-Virar. The
city's footprint nearly matches that of the ancient city of Sopara. Vasai Taluka is home to
numerous sacred sites for the Christian, Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist, and Jain religions as well
as others.
In and around the Vasai-Virar Region, there are numerous forts and monuments. Additionally,
it boasts a multitude of stunning natural areas, including beaches, forests, and steep terrain. The
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Population of the Vasai-Virar Subregion, which also includes Palghar, is comparable to that of
any other rapidly rising city in India, much alone satellite cities of Mumbai.
• Climatic Conditions
Vasai-Virar has a tropical monsoon climate that borders on a tropical wet and dry climate.
Overall climate is equable with high rainfall days and very few days of extreme temperatures.
Vasai-Virar temperature varies from 22°C to 36°C.
In winter temperature is between 12°C to 20°C In summer temperature ranges from 36°C to
41°C. Out of total rainfall, 80% rainfall is experienced during June to October. Average annual
rainfall is 2000–2500 mm and humidity is 61-86%, making it a humid-per humid zone. The
driest days are in winter while the wettest days are experienced in July.
The VVCMC (Vasai-Virar City Municipal Corporation) governs a large area, and villages in
VasaiVirar tehsil in Maharashtra state, Western India comprising the most populated part of
Palghar district. It is an extended suburb of Mumbai.
The City is well connected to Mumbai by Western Railway and through Mumbai-Ahmedabad
National Highway. Even though being very close to the financial centre of the country, it has
managed to maintain its intimacy with the nature and environment of the zone.
It is a prime location along the coast of the Arabian Sea on the west and the wild untouched
forest on the east and the Vaitarna river on the North. Considering its proximity to the MMR
and its commercial activities and being the centre of the entire district proves it to be a strong
location for activities requiring focused attention for large groups.
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Site Plan with Site
Calculation and
Triangulation method
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Plagiarism Report
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