ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO HARSH K JAIN
HARSH K JAIN ABOUT ME Architecture has completely reframed how I see hard work. I’ve learned that the long nights and constant redos aren't just hurdles, they’re exactly what made me a sharper, more resilient as a designer. I don’t believe good design sense is just a "gift"; it’s a skill you earn by showing up, learning from every critique, and pushing yourself to do better with every single sheet. Phone - +91 9513925565 Email - harshkj28@gmail.com
EDUCATION COMPETITION & WORKSHOPS LANGUAGE ADDITIONAL SKILLS & INTERESTS REFERENCE EXPERIENCE Intern Intern Intern Er. Prasad Kumar Ar. Rakshith Raj SOFTWARE SKILLS 2007 - 2020 2020 - 2022 2022 - Present Rayon Hindi Proficient Proficient Intermediate Beginner- - - - Leadership 3D Animation 3D Visualization Fabrication Project Management & Soft Skills Model Making Sports English Kannada Gujarati Autocad Sketchup Rhino Blender Twinmotion Revit Photoshop A7nity Indesign Little Flower Public School, Bangalore ANDC (Annual National Design Competition) Drawing Board (By Mindspace Architects & Rohan Builder) Solar Decathlon India Competition - National Finalists Sketchup Basecamp (Awarded with Sketchup Certified User) AR/VR Workshop BIM Workshop Sri Kumarans Children's Home Composite PU College BMS College Of Architecture, Design & Planning 2024 - Part time - 4 Months 2025 - Part time - 6 Months 2026 - Part time - 6 month Vulcan Constructions / Owner Assistant Professor, BMSCA D&P Phone - +91-9019751252 Phone - +91-7411464866 Troika Space Studio, Bangalore Vulcan Constructions, Bangalore Radiant Design Studio, Bangalore During my internship at an interior design firm, I gained experience in electrical, plumbing, and execution drawings, as well as furniture drawings. Being the only intern in a small firm provided valuable insights into firm management dynamics and processes. I had the opportunity to work on a project where I developed my own design. I also designed a building from scratch, creating the necessary drawings and renders. I got a chance to work on projects from concept level, client meetings and guidance in making GFC drawings under my mentor's guidance. Learnt to multi-task and manage time e7ciently.
FOREST INSTITUTE STADIUM DESIGN 2 31 BUS TERMINAL
A6 B6 FIRST FLOOR LEVEL +4.15M +0.00M SECOND FLOOR LEVEL +7.30M THIRD FLOOR LEVEL +10.45M FOURTH FLOOR LEVEL +13.60M TERRACE FLOOR LEVEL +13.60M SECTION A-A' 1321.08 cm 460.78 cm DRAWINGBOARD KAAL-GARBH PROJECT NIRANTARA SDI - FINALISTS 5 6 WORKING DRAWING 4
FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOREST INSTITUTE This forestry research campus explores the intersection of architecture and ecology. By breaking down the building into staggered volumes, the design respects the landscape and creates interconnected courtyards that draw the forest into the heart of the institute.
VEHICULAR ENTRY PLAYGROUND PEDESTRIAN ENTRY ADMIN BLOCK PLAZA AUDITORIUM GREENHOUSE LAB ACADEMIC BLOCK RECREATIONAL BLOCK HOSTEL PUBLIC PARK 845 847 852 ROAD 846 848 848 843 855 ROAD 4m 854 850 842 851 856 849 853 844 857 858 30 1000 50 150 M10 4020 The masterplan utilizes a flowing central water channel as a primary organizing axis. Academic, administrative, and recreational blocks are strategically zoned to balance active campus life with quiet, focused research environments. Pedestrian pathways seamlessly connect the staggered built volumes to the natural topography. Integrated plazas, an outdoor auditorium, and a greenhouse laboratory foster interactive outdoor learning and dynamic communal engagement.
SECTION A-A' ADMIN BLOCK PLAZA ACADEMIC BLOCK SEASONAL STREAM BRIDGE GROUND FLOOR 1:250 ADMIN BLOCK X X' RECREATIONAL BLOCK 1:250GROUND FLOOR Y Y' 1:250GROUND FLOOR AUDITORIUM BLOCK Z Z' The site section illustrates the careful integration of the built forms into the gently sloping topography. The administrative and academic blocks are separated by a central seasonal stream, connected by pedestrian bridges to maintain ecological continuity while defining distinct functional zones across the campus. Ground floor layouts prioritize accessibility and clear circulation within the individual blocks.
The architectural massing wraps around a central, open- air courtyard, creating a sheltered microclimate for research and collaboration. The stepped terracing on the inner facades breaks down the building's scale, allowing ample daylight to penetrate the deep footprint. A linear water channel bisects this central void, serving as both a passive cooling element and a visual anchor. Pedestrian bridges span the water, reinforcing connectivity between di6erent wings of the facility while maintaining the seamless flow of the landscape. At the human scale, the courtyard provides a serene, contemplative environment crucial for focused academic inquiry. The integration of native tree species and reflective water surfaces fosters a strong biophilic connection, bringing the essence of the forest directly into the workspace. The building's elevations are articulated with vertical shading fins that mitigate solar heat gain while preserving unobstructed views of the central oasis. The stark, white materiality acts as a quiet canvas, highlighting the dynamic interplay of light, shadow, and nature throughout the day.
VORONOI ARENA This state-of-the-art arena is defined by its parametric, cellular exoskeleton. The porous, continuous envelope provides natural ventilation while creating a glowing, dynamic landmark during nighttime events.
MASTERPLAN SECTION A-A' BIEC RD NICE GROUNDS BIEC RD BIEC RD BIEC RD NICE EXPRESSWAY MADAVARA METRO STATION NICE EXPRESSWAY BIEC RD N ballards PEDESTRTIAN ENTRY VEHICULAR ENTRY PARKING VIP PARKING DROP OFF ENTRY PLATFORM STADIUM ENTRY STADIUM ENTRY STADIUM ENTRY UP VIP/ TEAM BUSES ENTRY 11 12 13 14 15 A A' 30 1000 50 150 M10 4020 The masterplan centers the stadium within a dynamic public park. A landscaped western plaza integrates meandering water features and pedestrian paths, while auxiliary sports courts and dedicated parking are e7ciently zoned along the periphery. Section A-A' illustrates the stadium's multi-tiered seating bowl and its continuous, curved outer envelope. It highlights the seamless transition from the landscaped pedestrian approaches into the expansive, multi-level concourses.
This aerial perspective highlights the stadium's defining feature: its continuous, cellular envelope. The porous exoskeleton wraps the entire seating bowl, acting as a breathable skin that promotes natural ventilation while establishing a striking, modern architectural identity. Strategically integrated with an adjacent elevated transit corridor, the site design prioritizes urban connectivity and pedestrian flow. The expansive, landscaped plazas create a welcoming, transitional public space that guides visitors from the surrounding infrastructure directly to the arena's entrances.
Curved pedestrian pathways weave through dense, multi-level landscaping, creating a dynamic public realm. This approach bridges the natural park setting with the stadium's cellular facade, o6ering visitors an immersive and highly orchestrated arrival experience.
BMTC BUS TERMINAL DESIGN This transit hub redefines the traditional bus terminal by integrating mixed-use commercial zones and a suspended recreational sports pitch, optimizing urban land use above the bustling transit corridors below.
800.00 cm 600.00 cm X Y Y' DOWN RAMP TOWARDS BASEMENT 1:10 BUS MOVEMENTBUS ENTRY TO THE BMTC TERMINAL BUS EXIT FROM THE BMTC TERMINAL ENTRY BMTC/ OFFICE BUILDING MALL PEDESTRIAN ENTRY VEHICULAR ENTRY UP RAMP TO EXIT 1:10 DHANAVANTRI ROAD GUBBI THOTADAPPA ROAD X' PLATFORM 30 1000 50 150 M10 4020 KSRTC BUS TERMINAL KSR RAILWAY STN
BMTC BUILDING COLUMN COMMUNITY SPORTS PLAY AREA (TURF) MAJESTIC MALLBASEMENT PARKING ROAD PLATFORM 799.81 cm600.00 cm 3000.00 cm 3152.11 cm 10006.74 cm 3236.83 cm BMTC BUILDING SKYWALK COLUMN ROAD PLATFORM TURF 800.00 cm600.00 cm DEPOT/ ELECTRIC BUS CHARGING STATION 2970.00 cm
2-WHEELERS 3- WHEELERS AND 4- WHEELERS TOWARDS KSRTC NEED OF THE PROJECT THE ROAD BETWEEN THE KSRTC AND BMTC BUS STAND SEES HEAVY TRAFFIC INSPITE OF A WIDE ROAD. THE SEGREGATION OF BUSES, AUTOS, CABS, 2- WHEELERS AND OTHER PRIVATE 4-WHEELERS, ALL RUN ON SAME ROAD. THE PROJECT AIMS TO SEGREGATE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF VEHICLES AND ALLOW FOR A SMOOTH MOVEMENT OF VEHICLES AND ALSO ENSURE SAFETY OF THE PEDESTRIANS. POSSIBLE SOLUTION CURRENT SITUATION:- ALL VEHICLES AT THE SAME LEVEL PROPOSED SEGREGATION:- MOVING ALL THE AUTOS, CABS, 2 AND 4-WHEELERS 4.5M BELOW THE ROAD LEVEL KSRTC BUS STAND BUS ONLY ROAD -CAB -AUTO -OTHER 2 AND 4 WHEELERS FOOT-OVER BRIDGE BMTC BUS STAND +0.00M LVL -4.50M LVL A A' SLOPE DOWN SLOPE DOWN TOWARDS BMTC cad- block.com cad- block.com cad- block.com cad- block.com cad- block.com
KAAL-GARBH(GROUP) Designed for The Drawing Board 2025, this project carefully stitches contemporary architecture into the existing rugged topography. Meandering timber walkways connect transparent, floating pavilions, o6ering an immersive and contemplative journey over the calm waters.
PROJECT NIRANTARA Project Nirantara envisions a net-zero coastal educational campus where land, culture, and learning evolve together. The design abstracts the "Nirantara journey" by prioritizing architectural discovery over linear movement, creating spaces that blur indoor-outdoor boundaries to foster community engagement and environmental stewardship. (GROUP)
Drawing inspiration from the Panchagangavalli River confluence, the masterplan is anchored by five primary nodes that reflect Kundapura's geographic identity. This layout establishes a clear spatial hierarchy, smoothly transitioning from public to private zones for all of the campus's stakeholders. The staggered building blocks are strategically arranged to leverage the irregular site boundary. This configuration maximizes natural wind exposure for passive cooling while minimizing unwanted solar heat gain across the building envelopes.
To optimize the floor area within strict G+4 height limitations, the design utilizes vertically interconnected learning clusters. The expansive sloping roofs are oriented at a 15-degree tilt to accommodate a 196.7 kWp solar array, driving the campus towards a net-positive energy status. The building mass is strategically punctured to create a series of shaded courtyards, lightwells, and "backyards as spillovers". These integrated open spaces ensure consistent daylighting and natural ventilation while seamlessly connecting the interior learning environments with the outdoors.
The academic zones feature flexible, modular classrooms and laboratories designed to maximize natural light and airflow. The layouts prioritize seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity, with learning spaces opening directly into shaded corridors and raised backyard spillover areas. A comprehensive passive design strategy utilizes a North Light Roof Truss system and a high- performance envelope. Integrated green bu6ers and open-air corridors facilitate stack and cross- ventilation, ensuring thermal comfort while drastically reducing mechanical cooling loads.
WORKING DRAWING A6 B6 FIRST FLOOR LEVEL +4.15M +0.00M SECOND FLOOR LEVEL +7.30M THIRD FLOOR LEVEL +10.45M FOURTH FLOOR LEVEL +13.60M TERRACE FLOOR LEVEL +13.60M SECTION A-A' 1321.08 cm 460.78 cm 315.00 cm 15.00 cm 300.00 cm 15.00 cm 15.00 cm 300.00 cm 15.00 cm 15.00 cm 300.00 cm 300.00 cm 90.00 cm
This electrical layout details the power distribution and lighting strategy for the recreational zones, specifically mapping the multipurpose hall and gym. The drawing illustrates the precise locations of distribution boards, switchboards, and specific conduit routing to ensure seamless execution on site. A comprehensive legend standardizes the symbols for various fixtures, providing clear direction for MEP contractors. The strategic placement of drop lights, high-capacity sockets, and HVAC units is optimized to support the diverse functional requirements of each space. This setting-out plan provides the critical geometric framework required for accurate site construction. It comprehensively details precise wall thicknesses, structural alignments, and the exact positioning of door and window openings across the floor plate. Meticulous dimensioning ensures a flawless translation from the digital model to physical reality. The drawing carefully coordinates the central circulation core, including the lift shafts and stairwell, with the adjoining functional rooms to guarantee structural precision and spatial integrity. * S S S S SS DB DB MB MB * SYMBOL TYPE DISTRIBUTION BOARD SWITCHBOARD 5 AMP SOCKET 15 AMP SOCKET DROP LIGHT EXHAUST FAN METER BOARD AIR CONDITIONING FAN 500 cm 400 cm 400 cm 500 cm 400 cm 400 cm 500 cm 300 cm 300 cm 300 cm 300 cm 200 cm 200 cm 200 cm MULTIPURPOSE HALL GYM SUMP 82.94 cm 100.00 cm 67.64 cm 100.00 cm53.02 cm 477.00 cm 260.88 cm100.00 cm42.12 cm 477.00 cm 105.44 cm 100.00 cm 67.64 cm 100.00 cm 147.93 cm 100.00 cm 67.64 cm 100.00 cm 95.46 cm 123.00 cm 65.76 cm 100.00 cm 67.64 cm 100.00 cm 258.78 cm 100.00 cm43.82 cm 123.00 cm 427.81 cm 400.24 cm 495.49 cm 323.00 cm 400.04 cm 421.37 cm 23.00 cm 21.59 cm 99.55 cm 93.12 cm 100.00 cm 20.20 cm 100.00 cm 175.36 cm 100.00 cm 11.66 cm 100.00 cm 206.96 cm 100.00 cm 192.76 cm 194.05 cm100.00 cm488.94 cm100.00 cm140.01 cm 192.87 cm 100.00 cm 724.13 cm 577.98 cm100.00 cm71.61 cm100.00 cm169.30 cm100.00 cm71.61 cm100.00 cm132.41 cm100.00 cm71.61 cm100.00 cm102.48 cm 1306.00 cm 79.48 cm 100.00 cm 71.61 cm 100.00 cm51.91 cm 477.00 cm 279.11 cm100.00 cm23.89 cm 477.00 cm 69.50 cm 100.00 cm 71.61 cm 100.00 cm 77.89 cm 477.00 cm 265.89 cm100.00 cm53.11 cm 477.00 cm 80.41 cm 100.00 cm 71.61 cm 100.00 cm 67.98 cm 477.00 cm 251.49 cm100.00 cm68.51 cm 477.00 cm 86.41 cm 100.00 cm 67.64 cm 100.00 cm 84.46 cm 477.00 cm 293.67 cm100.00 cm42.33 cm 477.00 cm 23.89 cm100.00 cm 343.22 cm 100.00 cm 345.40 cm 100.00 cm 285.49 cm 23.00 cm 11.00 cm 287.00 cm 117.01 cm 100.00 cm 136.98 cm 250.34 cm 100.00 cm43.73 cm 354.01 cm 124.33 cm 100.00 cm 169.87 cm 200.01 cm 250.15 cm 100.00 cm 66.73 cm 132.00 cm 429.63 cm 245.01 cm 105.95 cm 100.00 cm 171.04 cm 170.24 cm 100.00 cm 119.24 cm 377.00 cm 34.02 cm100.00 cm 254.98 cm 254.98 cm 100.00 cm 300.88 cm 100.00 cm 296.16 cm 100.00 cm47.98 cm 123.00 cm 224.36 cm 100.00 cm 352.64 cm 738.86 cm100.00 cm38.01 cm 100.00 cm 223.36 cm100.00 cm315.83 cm100.00 cm324.61 cm100.00 cm314.20 cm100.00 cm42.12 cm 260.00 cm 138.62 cm 23.00 cm 191.50 cm 188.50 cm 330.16 cm 19.94 cm100.00 cm 286.56 cm 354.01 cm 75.60 cm100.00 cm67.64 cm100.00 cm65.76 cm 354.00 cm 15.75 cm100.01 cm 212.36 cm 354.01 cm 55.94 cm100.00 cm172.18 cm 354.00 cm 377.00 cm 381.68 cm 211.32 cm 28.32 cm70.00 cm23.26 cm70.00 cm17.22 cm 165.25 cm 34.86 cm100.00 cm38.01 cm A'A B' B D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 D1 W1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 D1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1 W1W1W1 V1 V1 V1
BATHROOM PLAN SECTION A-A' SECTION B-B' SECTION C-C' 74.72 cm 74.72 cm 77.85 cm 80.00 cm 15.00 cm 13.80 cm 182.00 cm 34.43 cm 140.48 cm 71.35 cm 51.71 cm 50.00 cm 315.00 cm 53.30 cm 80.30 cm 267.00 cm 36.35 cm 35.00 cm 210.64 cm A A' B'B C C' TILE 300 X 300 MM 12 MM THICK TILES 400 cm 400 cm 100 cm 100 cm 100 cm 100 cm HOT WATER SUPPLY COLD WATER SUPPLY SOIL WATER PIPE GREY WATER PIPE NT NT NT NT CNC CNC CNC CNC
CENTERLINE PLAN 318.40 cm A 1 B C 2 3 D 4 E 5 F 6 G 7 H I 8 9 J A B C D E F G 10 H I 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 J 7 8 9 10 11 555.81 cm 285.76 cm 624.96 cm 123.21 cm277.24 cm 99.76 cm 234.02 cm48.98 cm328.00 cm172.00 cm188.50 cm422.50 cm395.00 cm455.24 cm 409.00 cm 430.00 cm 437.00 cm 378.00 cm 222.00 cm 123.00 cm 277.00 cm 123.00 cm 565.19 cm 824.02 cm 462.63 cm 688.19 cm 322.43 cm 33.78 cm 153.78 cm 2M FOOTPATH +0.10M LVL 1:10 SLOPE +0.55M LVL PLINTH LINE +0.55M LVL +1.00M LVL D2
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