INTRODUCTION TO THE TOPIC

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1.INTRODUCTION

1.1. Introductory part

The concept of wellness and makeover studio is inspired by the physical

and mental stress that happens in human life. The main reason to design a spa is to
create the presence of atmosphere of all the four seasons i.e. summer, winter, spring,
autumn. This atmosphere will create an inspiration for spatial circulation and aesthetics.
Our design philosophy is to create environment that engage the senses. Splashes of
color enliven our spirits, luxurious textures engage our touch, aromas tantalize our sense
of smell. All aspects of design contribute to the overall experience and ultimately the
success of spa. Balance a combination of reclaimed woods and other recyclables,
textured glass and metals such as copper and bronze.

BRING THE OUTDOORS IN: Create a sense of the outdoors indoors by using
water cascades, and stone. Natural waters such as calming waters and meditative
gardens.

Fig 1.1: Picture showing material of natural stone Fig 1.2: Living walls

History and evolution

 Spas today are something entirely different than they were even five or ten years
ago.
 Spas and spa treatments have an interesting history, with many practices and
treatments dating back further. Often the history and origin of the concept of a
spa is associated directly with Roman baths but actually predates the ancient
romans to prehistoric times. In these times, it was thought to have been believed
that mineral waters and waters rich in nutrients had healing and special powers.

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  The actual word ‘spa’ is a word that has no clear origin (place or time). There
are several theories as to where the group of treatments for healing, health and
wellness as we know it today. One theory is that spa is actually an acronym (i.e.
S.P.A.) which abbreviated the latin term “SALUS PER AQUAE” which
translates directly to ‘HEALTH FROM WATER’. 
 This healing of Roman soldiers was one of the first and one of the main reasons
that water and baths were used for healing and curative purposes. At this time
there were almost 200 baths across Rome, then number increasing around 70
A.D. when these baths became known as a source of rest, relaxation and healing
for everyone, not just soldiers. The idea of going to spas was actually popular in
Japan and Finland. These natural springs became known as ‘spas’ around 1300.

1.2. Need/ Relevance of the project

Since spa is one of the most challenging project. Everyone might have been to
many SPA AND SALON’S which provides various treatments. There are only
few luxurious spa’s which are designed mostly in the commercial aspects but in
the present aspect of Vijayawada, fashion and lifestyle are coming into trend day
by day. The requirement and demand of wellness and makeover studios has been
increased.

1.3. Aim and Objectives

AIM: The main aim of the project is to design a wellness and makeover studio
which provides spa and salon requirements. The design develops the
environment to intrigue spa visitors as they experience the environment along
with their treatments.

OBJECTIVES:

 To provide calm and soothing ambience this will rejunavate people.

 Divide the environment in the salon into different areas, arranging them in
a functional manner.
 Implementing new building materials.
 Size areas according to standard provisions.
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  Creating privacy for both men and women.

1.4. Scope and Limitations

SCOPE: They are many residential units and living communities surrounded by
schools and convention canters so there is much scope for the people living near
bhavanipuram, Vijayawada It not only blends the surrounding environment but
evokes a sense of place for patrons.
LIMITATIONS:
1.4.1. Scale of the project: 1 Acre.
1.4.2. Extent of the project: Luminance details, HVAC drawings, flooring
plan
1.5. Thesis Methodology

INTRODUCTION

SITE SELECTION
REQUIREMENTS

SITE BRIEF
AIMS & OBJECTIVES

DESKTOP STUDIES

CASE STUDIES DATA COLLECTION

ANALYSIS DETAIL OF PROJECT

CONCEPT DESIGN
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LITERATURE STUDIES

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2. LITERATURE STUDIES
2.1. Definitions
WELLNESS: Wellness is the conscious development of the whole self. “It is a state of
complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity.”

Fig 2.1: Ways to Wellness

MAKEOVER STUDIO is a space where a series of enhancements, like beauty

treatments, designed to make a noticeable improvement in the appearance of an user.

2.2Types of spa’s
 DAY SPA
The main feature of this type is that it does not offer accommodation and visitors can go for
an hour or a day as they please. Clients can choose single treatments or services like a
massage, facial, mani / Pedi, or they can combine spa services, take a half day package or a
full day pamper. Some Day Spas also offer fitness facilities and individual training
programmes.

Fig 2.2: Day Spa Page 6

  STAY SPA
This category applies to any Spa that offers accommodation. Usually regular day packages
are also offered for those who would like to escape for just a day, as well as the multi night
or overnight packages, at Health Farms or Spas, Resorts, Hotels and Retreat.

 HEALTH SPA
The name differs slightly here depending on where you are in the world Health Spa is
commonly used in South Africa and the United States whereas Health Farm is used in the
United Kingdom. The focus in this category is beauty, health and fitness in a relaxed setting.
Guests can choose either healthy cuisine or whatever they like.

 DESTINATION SPA
This Spa is all about health and wellness. Guests will find healthy cuisine and professional
treatments. Wellness talks and education also feature as well as fitness programmes designed
to support and enhance well-being and good health. Location plays a major role in the
popularity of a spa and visitors are spoilt for choice when coming to South Africa.

 HOTEL SPA
A Resort Spa may have a particular focus be it Golf or Game activities or a Safari Lodge
Health Spa. Both Hotels and Resorts generally have a wide variety of facilities and a Spa
leisure centre with treatment rooms, a sauna and steam room, Jacuzzi and swimming pool,
here guests can relax in their robes or fitness clothing but not in the main hotel buildings.

 HOLISTIC OR ALTERNATIVE HEALING SPA

For body and soul, this type of Spa is focused on the promotion of well-being and balance
through modern health therapies and traditional beauty treatments.

 HEALTH HYDRO OR WELLNESS CENTRE

This venue is for clients wanting to change their lifestyles and educate themselves on how to
prevent dis-ease and be pro-active in managing their health and wellness.

 PAMPER SPA
Designed to spoil and pamper clients who want to de-stress without being concerned about
their diet. The emphasis is on relaxation, fun and a little decadence combined with a variety
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of spa services where clients can enjoy a wonderful aromatherapy massage or pop in for a
luxury manicure.

 MEDI SPA
This is where wellness treatments or procedures are carried out under the management of a
Medical Doctor. Other medical services are also offered and include Nutritionists,
Chiropractors, Sports Injury Medicine and Physical Therapy.

2.3. Different types of Lighting

DEFINITION: Space should be organized in order to accommodate the reception area, the
cash desk and the waiting room. The cash desk area should also be conceived and organized
for displaying and selling hair products with proper shelves. this is usually accomplished by
placing a shelf dedicated to displaying the products behind it. Waiting room is a very
important space that creates the image of the whole hair salon.

Lighting is also very important to facilitate the work of the staff: an ideal solution is a
spotlight system.  Direct lighting should be avoided and you should rather opt for a diffused
lighting, which does not create unpleasant shadows.
NATURAL LIGHT: The sunshine is the natural source of illumination. It is relaxing
mentally and it is completely healthy. Yet it is hard to manage, too. Wherever you sleep,
light can vary – for instance, light in the north is far cooler than the equatorial sunlight – and
the way your room faces. Day time and seasons also affect the amount of natural light a
room has.
 ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: You should use artificial lighting to add layers to your
room. The most welcoming choice for residential spaces is a warm light (against
clear light). In addition to contributing to a space's overall interior design theme,
artificial lighting may be used to highlight elements, create zones and alter a room's
perceived proportions.

TYPES OF INTERIOR LIGHT

GENERAL AMBIENT MOOD TASK ACCENT
LIGHTING LIGHTING LIGHTING LIGHTING LIGHTING

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 GENERAL LIGHTING: General lighting is the basic foundation of a lighting
scheme, providing a uniform glow over an entire room and illuminating a space
functionally rather than for aesthetic reasons. The defining characteristic of general
lighting is that it’s usually direct and should be controlled by a dimmer switch to
account for changes in daylight.
 AMBIENT LIGHTING: Ambient lighting is indirect and therefore softer than
general lighting – because it doesn’t usually use downlighting, it doesn’t create
unflattering shadows.
The following lights which creates ambient light.
 Chandeliers
 Pendants
 Recessed
 Track
Fig 2.3: Track Lighting
 Ceiling

 TASK LIGHTING: This is a smaller more concentrated light. You want task
lighting around when you’re working. Task lighting only works well when it is used
as a contrasting light. Task lighting helps naturally stimulate your brain. The
contrasting light allows you to be more alert and concentrated.

 MOOD LIGHTING: Mood lighting is as important to the overall look of a room

than general and ambient lighting and a space would be bare without it. It’s also an
important element of a room’s style as it tends to be equally concerned with style as
it is with function.
 ACCENT LIGHTING: Similar to task lighting, this style concentrates its
illumination on a specific area of the room. However, it’s used to highlight a certain
object or decoration (rather than help you focus on close-range work or tasks). Accent
lighting is more about adding artistic style or aesthetics to a room than functionality.
Because of that, it’s often used in settings like museums and art galleries. You may
have paintings, photos, furniture pieces, or other display pieces around your home
that you want to highlight.

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Fig 2.4: Accent Lighting

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LIGHTING EFFECTS
 DOWNLIGHTING
Downlighting is a very useful and most popular form of lighting in interiors – most central
light sources or spotlights will be downlights. It does cast unflattering shadows (especially
for people) so it needs to be counterbalanced with adequate ambient lighting.

Fig 2.5: Down Lighting

 UPLIGHTING
Up lighting is a much softer alternative to downlighting as it indirectly introduces light into a
room by having it bounce off the ceiling and reflect back into the room.

Fig 2.6: Up Lighting

 WALL WASHING
Wall washing evenly illuminates a vertical surface in a soft way. Place the light at an
adequate distance so that the beam reaches the entire surface.

 WALL GRAZING
Wall grazing places a light intentionally close to the surface it’s to illuminate, effectively
highlighting its texture.

Fig 2.7: Lighting Effect

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  SPOTLIGHTING
Spotlighting is used a lot in task and accent lighting to highlight a particular feature of a
room.

 PERIMETER LIGHTING
Perimeter lighting accentuates the dimensions of a room and expands its apparent size.
Coving or cornice lighting is an effective way to do this and is used often by interior
designers and architects.

2.4. Spatial Standards

(2.1-2.3)
ALL ARE IN METRES
0.4- 0.3 0.7-0.9 0.6 Width of the styling station (A) - 2.1 TO 2.3
0.45

Width from wall to the cabinet (B) - 0.4 TO 0.45

From cabinet to the foot rest of the chair (C) - 0.3 MIN
0.8-0.9 Length of the chair (D) - 0.7 TO 0.9
0.6-0.9
Width from chair to the work zone (E) - 0.6

Floor to cabinet (F)- 0.8 TO 0.9

Fig 2.8:STATION/ OPTIMUM
STYLING
From floor to the seat height (G)- 0.6 TO 0.9
ADJUSTABLE CHAIR HEIGHTS

Circulation zone (H)- 0.9

0.6-0.68 Width of the chair for waiting (I) - 0.58 TO 0.68

Spacing between chair to chair (J) - 0.1 TO 0.2

0.9

0.5-0.68 Width of the chair for drying area (K) - 0.6 TO

0.68
0.7-0.9 0.25
0.3

Fig 2.8a: WAITING AREA & DRYING AREA & From chair to wall of waiting area (L) - 0.6 TO
CIRCULATION/
0.7
0.6-0.7

CLEARANCES CIRCULATION /
CLEARANCES
From chair to foot rest of waiting area (M) - 0.3

From chair to wall of drying area (N) - 0.78 TO

0.9

From chair to foot rest of drying area (O)-0.25

Fig 2.9: Private Styling Page 12
Fig 2.10: View of Styling
area
 ALL ARE IN METRES

Width of the counter(A) - 0.4 TO 0.45

Spacing between counter & footrest(B)- 0.3

3.4-3.6
Length of the chair (C) - 0.7 TO 0.9

Circulation for the hair styler(D) - 0.9

Minimum clearance for the hair styler(E) - 0.7

Width of the room(F) - 2.4 TO 2.6

2.4-2.6 Length of the room - 3.4 to 3.6
Fig 2.11: Plan of Styling station
MIN HT TO TOP OF MIRROR 1.7 Width of the work zone(G) - 0.7

Width of the chair (H) - 0.5 TO 0.6

Length from the styler to the next chair (I) -2.1 TO

2.2

Height of the cabinet (J) - 0.8 TO 0.9

Min height of the mirror from floor (K)- 1.7

Fig 2.12: Anthropometric heights

Standard adjustment seat height (L)- 0.4 TO 0.6

The act or job of cutting and arranging people’s hair and styling it in different ways is called
HAIR STYLING.

Fig 2.13: Scissor Holder Fig 2.14: Hair Dryer holder

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SHAMPOO STATION
ALL ARE IN METRES

Length of the room (A) - 2.9 TO 3.2

From mirror to the head basin (B)- 0.7 TO 0.8

Length from head basin to the foot rest (C) - 1.3 to

1.5

From foot rest to the end wall (circulation zone) -

(D)- 0.9
Fig 2.15: Plan of shampoo station Width of the chair (E) - 0.6 TO 0.7

Width of the work zone (F) - 0.6

Width from one chair to the next chair (G)- 1.2 TO

1.3

Height from floor to the cabinet (H) - 0.8

Height of basin neck rim from floor (I)- 0.8

From ground to chair seat( J,K)- 0.43 TO 0.45

Fig 2.16: Shampoo station/ male client Length of the chair from basin neck rim to

Fig 2.17: Shampoo station/ Female client Fig 2.18: Basin neck rim

A shampoo station is a specialized place where the hair is washed and cleansed properly. It
contains a curved type of sink attached to the chair. These sinks have curved cut-outs
designed to accommodate the back of a person’s neck while his or her hair is washed.
SAUNA ROOM

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 ALL ARE IN METRES

Length of the room (A) - 2.7

Length from wall to the bench (B) - 0.6

Min dimension for reclining position (C) - 2.1

From floor to the bench height (D) - 0.9 TO 1.0

From bench height to the ceiling (E) - 1.1 TO 1.2

From normal ceiling to alternate ceiling(F)-0.35

From floor to bench level (G)- 0.45 TO 0.5

Fig 2.19: Section through sauna room

0.45 Level to alternate ceiling height(H)-1.9

Length from wardrobe to the bench (I)-1.4 TO 1.6

Width of the bench (J)- 0.3 TO 0.4

Length from the bench to the wall (K)-1.0 TO 1.2

Width of the shelf (L)-0.3 TO 0.45

Width of the restricted circulation zone (M)- 0.7

Space between circulation zone & bench (N)-0.4

Fig 2.20: Locker room
Height from floor to wardrobe(O)- 0.15

Height of the bench (P)- 0.43

Height of the locker (Q)-1.5 TO 1.8

Fig 2.21: Sauna room
Sauna’s use a dry heat. They’re typically
heated between 180 and 195oF with very low
humidity, heated by wood, gas, electric or
infrared technology they often pour water over
heated rocks in a sauna room it creates team
for a little bit of humidity.

Fig 2.22: Locker room

FACIAL ROOMS

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 Fig 2.23: Skin care/Facial room Fig 2.24: Mood lighting

Space Requirements: 7.4-9.2 sq.m (68sqm), 2.4Mx3.0M(7.2sqm) or 3.0M x3.0M(9.0sqm)

(allow enough space for door to open comfortably, at the foot of table).

DESIGN FOR FACIAL ROOMS:

FLOORING: Linoleum or vinyl-tile floor must be non-porous, smooth and washable.

-Wallpaper may separate at seems from the steamer.
-Doors must be solid and have some type of numbering or lettering for identification.

LIGHTING: Indirect lighting with dimmer control on wall or overhead at edge of ceiling,
not directly over facial lounge.

Fig 2.25: Massage table Fig 2.26: Indirect Lighting

 Equipment:
•Facial lounges: 1.8Mx0.7M(1.26SQM)
•Provide a sink.
•Provide stool on rollers, with adjustable height and back support.
•infra-red lamps -1 lamp of 150W
 Location & Access:
•Located in “dry” therapy area with massage rooms, or in the Beauty Salon area.
•Lounge and wait area should be within close proximity to the treatment rooms.

MASSAGE ROOM
Fig 2.27: Infra-red lamp

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Fig 2.28: Plan of massage room Fig 2.29: Built-in storage tables

Space Requirements: 7to 10sqm

Generally, 11.1-13 sq.m (140SQM)

Room variations include:

-2.7MX3.6M(10SQM)
-5.7M x 3.6M(20SQM)
-3.0MX4.2M(12SQM)
-3.6 M x3.6M(13SQM)
-Therapist requires a min 0.9 M work-space around the massage table.

Flooring: Vinyl tile, wood, or cushioned recreational surface. *avoid tile, marble, or granite
(too hard for the therapist to stand on)

Storage: Smaller rooms can have tables for sheets, towels, oils etc. with built-in storage
space. If the space is too small to store inside, storage directly outside room is necessary.

Create Texture: To build texture and contrast in a space, use wall hangings, rugs.

Fig 2.30: Pedicure room

Fig 2.31: Furniture standards

A pedicure is a cosmetic treatment of the feet and toenails, analogous to a manicure.

Pedicures are done for cosmetic, therapeutic purposes.

GYM STANDARDS
 A minimum 12’ ceiling height is generally required in this space type to
accommodate the clearances needed for daily equipment usage.
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 Cardio includes treadmills, exercise bikes, steppers and rowing machines.
 Accessories include equipment such as mats, swiss balls and dumb bells.

85” D X 34” W

49” L X23”WX56”H

Fig 2.32: Treadmill Fig 2.33: Cycling

111’L X 43’’W X 93’’H

Fig 2.34: Stepper Fig 2.35: Rowing Machine

Fitness rooms are core single features of fitness clue of as one element of much larger
facilities. Range of equipment's provides can extend from conventional loose weights to
computerized resistance exercise machines.
Each person=3.3sqm

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 Fig 2.36: Dual axis chest press Fig 2.37: Dumb bells

68” L X34” W X 51”H

Fig 2.38: Abductor

It trains inner thigh and outer hip muscles by applying resistance to the inner and outer part
of the thigh.

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2.5. SALON WASTE MANAGEMENT

Human hair is considered a waste material in most parts of the world and its accumulation in
waste streams causes many environmental problems; however, it has many known uses.

USES-Wigs, Hair Extensions, Eyelashes, Moustaches, Beards, and Other Beauty

Accessories.
- In some communities in India, hair has been used directly as fertilizer for many fruit
and vegetable crops and in making organic manures.
-Reinforcement of Construction Materials-Due to high tensile strength and high
friction coefficient, human hair has been used for reinforcing clay-based constructions.
-human hair has been used to stuff household items such as hair-pin cushions and toys.
-Due to good tensile strength, human hair has been used to make ropes.

WASTE GENERATORS

Fig 2.39: Hair waste Fig 2.40: Plastic waste Fig 2.41: Foil waste

REUSING THE WASTE FROM THE SALON

Fig 2.42: Brushes Fig 2.43: Eye lashes Fig 2.44: Hair wigs/plat

The waste which is collected from the

salons should be segregated into different
bins such as hair, aerosols, paper, plastic so
that the waste can be recycled and can be
used for various purposes.

Fig 2.45: Separation of wastes

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2.6. Norms/Regulations

Table 1: setbacks and height permissible for non-high-rise buildings

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 PARKING REQUIREMENTS

Table 2: Parking requirements in buildings

Pg-59(G.O.119)

Table 3: Staircase widths

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 Pg-59(G.O.119)

Table 4: Corridor widths

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DESKTOP STUDIES

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3.DESKTOP STUDIES
3.1. Naman Retreat pure spa-Vietnam-1600.0m2

Fig 3.1: green open spaces Fig 3.2: Exterior facade

-The ground floor contains open spaces with relaxing platforms surrounded by serene lotus
ponds and hanging gardens. A true space where all senses are touched and the mind comes
to peace… Fifteen stunning treatment rooms are endowed with lush open air gardens, deep
soak bathtub and cushioned daybed built for two. Keep fit at the equally sleek health club
with gym, meditation and yoga sessions held at the open lounge garden in the still cool
mornings.
The architectural design company MIA Design Studio’s ingenious use of natural
ventilation keeps the building cool and gives the guest a refreshing experience. With use of
local plants, each retreat becomes a healing environment where the guest can enjoy a
luxurious wellness in privacy.

Fig 3.3: Internal spaces Fig 3.4:Massage room

Different area’s flow smoothly into each other and the beautiful landscape creates an
amazing journey into a dream like experience. The facade is composed by lattice patterns
alternated with vertical landscapes that filter the strong tropical sunlight into a pleasant play
of light and shadow on the textured walls. Various plants are carefully allocated and become
a part of the architectural screens.

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Fig 3.5: Green voids Fig 3.6: Lattice facade

GROUND FLOOR
01-lobby area
02-cabana
03-gym room
04-yoga area
05-function room
06-staff room
07-locker female
08-jacuzzi
09-locker male
10-pantry
11-shampoo area
12-relax area

Fig 3.7: Ground floor plan

FIRST FLOOR
01-library
02-exhibition
03-spa
04-spa- treatment vip
05-pantry room
06-restroom

Fig 3.8: First floor plan

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 Fig 3.9: Section

Fig 3.10: Front elevation

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3.2. Kennzur spa - BRAZIL
Area of the project-1500m2

Fig 3.11: Entrance to the spa Fig 3.12: Temporary structures

Architecture and design amid the nature allude to the balance of body and soul. A space to
be lived and keenly felt. Well-being was the main proposition of the project. A space to
meditate and relax. The stone façade, vegetation, wood and Corten steel details indicates that
it is a spa, with cosy spaces stemming from nature elements, without putting aside the
aesthetic.

Fig 3.13: Outdoor fire pit Fig 3.14: Relaxing area

The technical distinguishing features from this project are economic construction, design,
acoustic, energetic and thermal efficiency, landscaping and, the most important,
sustainability. The Kennzur Spa, with its architecture and landscaping, refers to the calmness
that we need to nourish the body and soul when we desire a place to relax.

Fig 3.15: Ground floor plan

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 Fig 3.16: First floor plan

Fig 3.17: Reception Area Fig 3.18: Meditation Space Fig 3.19: Jacuzzi

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CASE STUDIES

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4. CASE STUDIES

4.1.Spa at Hyatt Gachibowli Hyderabad

Fig 4.1: Location of spa at Hyatt

Fig 4.1a: Site layout

LOCATION: Hyderabad, Gachibowli 170N780E.

AREA:5 ACRES, SPA IS OF 0.8ACRE

CLIMATE: Moderate and hot dry.

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 Fig 4.2: Security Check Fig 4.3: Main Entrance

Fig 4.4: Zoning

POOL: Wood plastic composite deck panels are used and it is anti-skid material.
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 Fig 4.5: Deck panels Fig 4.6: Outdoor pool

Area of the pool-360SQM

Depth of the pool-4 Feet

ACCESS TO SPA

Fig 4.7: Entrance to the Waiting Lounge Fig 4.8: Spa Waiting Lounge

Next to the waiting lounge there is a salon with 3 styling stations with very lesser area
compared to the other areas.
AREA OF THE WAITING LOUNGE-100SQM

STYLING STATIONS

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 Fig 4.9: Styling station Fig 4.10: Chequered tile

AREA-20SQM
Lighting is used at the back of the mirrors so that it gives more brightness and focussing on
the texture of the material.

Fig 4.11: Single bedded room Fig 4.12: Double bedded Fig 4.13: Identification
room given to a room

For the identification of the rooms they are named as

-Pine
-Cypress
-Juniper
- Tulsi
- Mogra
- Kesar

-AREA OF SINGLE BED TREATMENT ROOM IS OF 35SQM

-AREA OF DOUBLE BED TREATMENT ROOM IS OF 60SQM

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Fig 4.14: Staircase leading to sauna rooms Fig 4.15: Inspection Room

Fig 4.16: Sauna Room Fig 4.17: Steam Room Fig 4.18: Locker Room

SAUNA ROOM
--sauna room is of 25sqm which is been covered with the wood and at the centre hot rock
with the box is placed.

--Maximum occupancy of the sauna room is of 4 no’s.

--Temperature between 70 and 100oC.

STEAM ROOM
-- Steam room is of 25sqm which is maintained at a temperature between 110 and115oF.

--Steam room can be fully-tiled so that water can easily slide away.

--Exterior window or skylights should be placed.

LOCKER ROOMS
--Locker rooms are given with an area of 15sqm.

--Seating should be provided.

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-- The locker shelves are made up of wood and down-lighting is used.

-- While a customer enters into a steam or sauna he/she keeps his belongings in a locker
room.

SHOWER ROOMS
--Shower rooms are given with an area of 10-12 sqm.

--Both wet and dry areas are given.

--The walls are of tiled pieces and down-lighting is used to focus the wall.

4.2. Bounce eco salon and spa-CHENNAI

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Designed by Chennai- based Saran Associates. The brand Bounce has launched India’s first
eco-friendly salon at OMR in Chennai today.
ARCHITECTS: Saran

LOCATION:
Thoraipakkam,Chennai,
Chennai ,Tamil Nadu.(120N
800E)

AREA: 208 sqm

PROJECT YEAR:2019

SITE DESCRIPTION:
Fig 4.19: Outline of India Fig 4.20: Detail of Tamil Nadu surrounded by the IT corridors.

Fig 4.21: Location of Bounce eco salon and spa

The approach roads towards the eco

salon and spa are OLD
MAHABALIPURAM ROAD(OMR)
and OKKIYAM THURAIPAKAM a
service road is provided on either
sides of the roads.
Fig 4.22: Transportation Corridors

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 Fig 4.23: Surrounding Context

The bounce eco salon and spa is situated on the access roads of thoraipakkam, omr road in
Chennai and is surrounded by IT firms, cafes, residential units and shopping centre’s so that
all these groups have an effect on the salon and many people come from residential units and
IT companies.

Fig 4.24: IT companies Fig 4.25: Offices

Fig 4.26: Shopping street

Fig 4.27: Bounce Fig 4.28:
eco salon & spa Approach road

SUSTAINABILITY AT IT’S BEST

The room blends with eco-friendly practices and works on 70% solar power with 70% of the
interiors made from upcycled materials. It is necessary to follow the mantra-reduce, reuse
and recycling in order to operate an eco-friendly salon.

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METHODS:
- From using towels made of hemp
- Bio degradable cups for drinking water
- Harvesting the water from the hair wash section to use in the restrooms
- Creating a green wall with natural air purifying plants
- Using LED lights to save energy
- Upcycling industrial scraps for the decor.

Adding greenery to a space anywhere (planting!) is a perfect opportunity to help the world
globally. Indoor plants help you clean the atmosphere inside a space so that the air
currents ,help & regulate temperatures. With a low maintenance program, you can install a
green wall or by choosing appropriate indoor plants.

GREEN SALON DECOR

 - The salon does not compromises on the feel of luxury and therefore it has a
naturally calming and earthy decor.
- The furniture is made up of composite chipboard.
- The reception desk is upcycled from the terracotta tiles.
- Furniture is made up of railway track wood near the reception desk.
- The lighting is made up of banana fibres.
- All the restrooms have motion sensor lights and high quality LED lights that use
minimal power.
- The salon also has a feature wall which is of waste granite and marble pieces.
- The windows of the salon are covered to make a feature wall using 600-700 bottles.

AREA STATEMENT
The area of the plan is 208sqm(2243sqft)
WAITING AND RECEPTION-19sqm(5.7x3.35)
STYLING STATION AND NAIL BAR-60sqm(13.4x4.5)
SHAMPOO STATION-17sqm(5.4x3.2)
PEDICURE AREA- 26sqm(7.5x3.5)
TREATMENT ROOMS-8.5sqm(2.5x3.5)
RESTROOM-3.5sqm(2.4x1.5)
SERVICE AREAS

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 -PANTRY-7.5sqm(2.4X3.2)
-STORAGE-5sqm(1.6x3.2)

Fig
4.29:
Fig
4.30:

Fig
Fig 4.32:
4.31:

 At the entrance of the staircase gabion frame is provided to the main wall. The green
wall above the staircase provides a pleasant atmosphere for the people and the wall
adjacent to the planting frame and the lampshades are made of banana fibres which is
a natural material extracted from banana leaves.
 The seating material is made of railway woods, and the reception desk is made of
terracotta tiles with a wavy pattern and a bright colour.

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Fig 4.33: Floor plan

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STYLE ZONE AND NAIL BAR
The storage rack depth
is 0.4 m and hooks are
installed on the
outside in order to
place combs.

Fig 4.34: Storage units Fig 4.35:Usable space

The color bar and storage modules are made of chipboard, recyclable material and light
weight with a color bar length of 2 m and a storage unit of 0.8 m.

Fig 4.36: Void space- Fig 4.37: Nail bar unit

storage

Fig 4.38: Shampoo station Fig 4.39:View of Shampoo Fig 4.40:Blown out of
station styling zone

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There are 4 shampoo stations in total, one station is connected directly to the drainage to
extract the color from the hair and the other 3 stations are connected to the sump and filtered
by the water filtration system, utilizing recycled water for flushing.

The gabion wall is located near the shampoo station and the
strip lighting passes through the mesh and the light filters
through the small gaps, producing dim light and filling the
mesh with the residual granite and marble fragments.

Fig 4.41: Gabion wall

Solar panels are Inco-operated in the salon so that the panels

suit the power requirements by 75% and minimize
electricity. The salon confronted that running costs due to
the energy required to power all the hair dryers,
straighteners, flat screen TVs, lamps, coffee machines and
Fig 4.42: Solar panels
other equipment it uses on a daily basis.

DETAILS

Fig 4.43: Living wall detail

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Plants used for green wall
-Aglaonema: Slow-growing , attractive, glossy oval leaves.
- perfect for indoors, doesn’t need more sunlight.
- Temperature should not be below 65 o.

-Peace lily: It is known as air cleaning plants

- It can tolerate fluorescent lights.
- It doesn’t need much light.
- 65 o to 85oF and humid climates

-English ivy: : Ivy is a hardy, evergreen vine. It attaches itself by aerial rootlets to the
walls and other surfaces.
-Grown primarily for its lush foliage, which forms a cool green cover on walls or
whichever vertical surface they’re grown on.
-50-70 degrees F

-In some cases even money plant can be used for the feature wall since it doesn’t need much
light and water.

Fig 4.44: Indoor plants

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 Fig 4.45: Gabion wall detail

Fig 4.46: Fillings

4.3. Comparative Analysis

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Table 5: Comparative Analysis

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Pie chart 1: showing case study 1

Pie chart 2: showing case study 2

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SITE INTRODUCTION

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5.SITE SELECTION, CLIMATIC DATA

5.1. Site Selection

Fig 5.1.: PROPOSED LANDUSE 2021

The site comes under local commercial which is

surrounded by the residential units and schools and it
is located on the main road i.e. VIJAYAWADA
BYPASS ROAD it is 200feet(60m) wide road and
the site is situated at the main junctions.

Fig 5.2.: Legend for the land use map

Fig 5.3.: Selected site Fig 5.4: Existing site

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-The selected site is in Vijayawada to Bhavanipuram linking Vijayawada bypass road the
site has positive aspects with the relation of the current condition of residential units and thus
has more growth in units and schools.
-The selected site is in Vijayawada to bhavanipuram linking Vijayawada bypass road the site
has positive aspects with the relation of the current condition of residential units and thus has
more growth in units and schools.
CO-ORDINATES:
160N800E

Fig 5.5: Nearby location points

Images of the surrounding context

Fig 5.6: Photographs of the context Fig 5.7: Selected site with the approach
roads
-Within the existing site they are no high-tension lines and trees. Since the site is located at
the junction connecting the roads and there is more impact on the traffic circulation.

-Selected site is of 1Acre and the site is located towards the main access road which is the
Vijayawada bypass road(82feet road).

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STRENGTH- Since the site is located on the main junction of the roads , it has more impact
of the customers flow, surrounded by residential units.

WEAKNESS-Although the site is in developing region, it requires time to provoke the

knowledge about the importance of wellness and makeover studio.

OPPORTUNITIES- According to the master plans there is an opportunity for the

commercial aspects as there is increase in restaurants, salons etc.

THREATS: As the site is located at the edge of the road there is a chance for noise
pollution.

5.2. Climatic Data

Average Temperatures in Vijayawada

Fig 5.8: Temperature chart

-The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (40°C). Months
with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.2°C).
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 The month with the highest average
low temperature is May (28°C). The
coldest month (with the lowest
average low temperature) is January
(18.6°C).

Table 6: Tabular form of High and low temperatures

Precipitation

Fig 5.9: Rainfall

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (172mm). The driest month (with the
lowest rainfall) is January, February, March, December (3mm).

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Sun Path

W
E

Fig 5.10: Sun path at existing site

21 JUNE - SUNRISE (6:35AM) AZI:65 O

SUNSET (7:42 PM)

21 MARCH - SUNRISE (7:15AM) AZI : 89 O

SUNSET (7:20PM)
21 DEC - SUNRISE (7:30AM) AZI :114 O
SUNSET (6:40PM)

Fig 5.11: Sun path at 3 particular months

Soil Condition at Site
There are four types of soils in the Vijayawada
area, viz., Black cotton soils (58%), Sandy clay
loams (23%), Red loamy soils (17%), and Sandy
soils (2%).

Fig 5.12: Black cotton soil

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Wind Analysis

Fig 5.13: Analysis of all the seasons

Fig 5.14: Analysis of wind speed(KM/H)

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 Fig 5.15: Wind Rose
Table 7: Tabular form showing wind direction

The average value of all the seasons is 12.5 so this is near to the value of 14.2km/hr.(summer
season) .Due to overall analysis wind direction is towards SOUTH-EAST.

Slope Profile
General slope of the land and is from West to East or South East.

Fig 5.16: Slope along west-east Fig 5.17: Slope along north-south

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PROXIMITY AND AREA STATEMENTS

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 Fig.5.18:Proximity chart Must

Optional

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