November 19, 2024
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Architecture
Concept Introduction
Earthenhive Architects has had the privilege of working on the design for the revamp of the campus, in collaboration with Zolo Stays. For this project, we worked on designing comprehensive concepts for the entire campus, comprising of gathering spaces, leisure zones and activity areas, each designated with a unique name that reflected our creative ideation.
One notable concept among the lot was an interaction and gathering zone for students, which we termed with the name “Wings of Fire”, inspired by the autobiography of beloved former president Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
The Features and Idea Behind “Wings of Fire”
“We are all born with a divine fire in us. Our efforts should be to give wings to this fire and fill the world with the glow of its goodness.”
Inspired by these invaluable words of Kalam, the “Wings of Fire” is a concept created to reflect the limitless fire and potential of students as part of our design for the Manipal campus.
This interactive zone serves as a gathering space for students to spend their free time relaxing and socializing. Its roof is in the shape of wings, honoring its name, and features solar panels supporting sustainable practices in architecture. The structure is supported by laterite stone, with plenty of seating for students, and is bordered by a charming stone pathway. The area is filled with mushroom-shaped lights that enhance its aesthetics and includes two swings at either end for student amusement.
A structure that serves as a powerful metaphor for young minds unlocking their ultimate potential, the “Wings of Fire” is a structure which beautifully integrates nature and sustainability into a space where students can find solace from academic pressures. Constructed from natural building materials such as earth and stone, coupled with elements such as a solar roof, not only does this structure provide the students with a serene space to connect with one another as well as nature, it also instills the values of sustainability and the bliss of the outdoors within them.
