FORMULA1 CITY CIRCUIT

A THESIS REPORT

Submitted by

SMRRITHISH

In partial fulfilment for the award of the degree

of

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE

AALIM MUHAMMED SALEGH ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE,

CHENNAI 600 055.

ANNA UNIVERSITY: CHENNAI 600 025

APRIL 2020
 ANNA UNIVERSITY: CHENNAI 600 025

BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE

Certified that this project “FORMULA1 CITY CIRCUIT” is the

bonafide work of SMRRITHISH - 110215251063 who

carried out the thesis work under my supervision.

Signature
Signature Signature
Ar. Gowri Shankar
Prof. Girirajan Arumugm. Prof. Lavanya
ADVISOR
PRINCIPLE HOD

SIGNATURE SIGNATURE

Ar.Arvind Jayaseelan J Ar.Ashwini Hebsur

 DECLARATION

I declare this thesis titled “FORMULA1 CITY CIRCUIT” at “Wadala, Mumbai” is the

bonafide work by me, under the guidance of Ar. “Gowri Shankar” Aalim Muhammed

Salegh Academy Of Architecture, Chennai during the session of December, 2019 –

April, 2020.

I declare further that the work reported therein does not form a part of any other thesis
based on which a Degree or Award was conferred on an earlier occasion.

CHENNAI : 600055 STUDENT SIGNATURE

DATE : 22.09.2020 SMRRITHISH

110215251063
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you,
knowing that every step forward is a step towards achieving something bigger and better
than your current situation.
--Brian Tracy--

I would like to express my gratitude to Prof. GIRIRAJAN ARUMUGAM, Principal,

Prof. LAVANYA, Head of the Department and Prof. JUNAID AHAMED and
Prof.Thanuj , Internal Panel Members for their suggestions, encouragements, comments
and constructive criticism given which has made this project a success.

I am thankful to Ar. Sathish Kumar, for enriching me with his/her knowledge and
guiding me with his/her valuable experience during the various stages of my thesis
review sessions.

I am thankful to Ar. Gowri Shankar for the patience he/she extended towards me;
offering his/her guidance and immense support during this entire semester and helping
me complete this project.

I am also thankful to Ar. Mohamed Wasim akram and Ar. Hajee Hafila Banu,
Thesis Co-ordinators for their immense support during this entire semester and helping
me complete this project.

I thank all the faculty members of the Department of Architecture for the
encouragement and inspiration to execute the project.

I also thank my family for all their support through these years. Lastly, I thank all my
fellow batch mates, who stood beside and aided me in making this project a success.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
  Bonafide Certificate…………………………………………………. i
 Declaration …………………………………………………………. ii
 Acknowledgement………………………………………................... iii
 List Of Figures……………………………………………………….. iv
 List Of Tables………………………………………………………... v

PART I : INTRODUCTION……………………………………..

 Abstract ……………………………………………………………… 01
 Need for the project……………………………………….................. 02
 Justification for the project…………………………………………... 03

PART II: CASE STUDIES………………………………………

 Literature Study……………………………………………………..
 Live Case Study……………………………………………………..
 Book Study ………………………………………………………….
 Net Study ………………………………………………………….
 Special study / Thrust Area…………………………………………

PART III: SITE DATA…………………………………………..

 Site Maps………………………………………………………………..
 Site Images/photographs………………………………………………..
 Development control rules/ Parking Standards………………………...
 Site Analysis…………………………………………………………….

PART IV: REQUIREMENTS……………………………………

 Functional Brief ……………………………………………………
 Area Requirements ………………………………………………….

PART V: DESIGN DEVELOPMENT…………………………...

 Site Zoning…………………………………………………………….
 Bubble Diagrams …………………………………………………….
 Circulation Diagram…………………………………………………..
 Block Model…………………………………………………………..
 Schematic Drawing………………………………………………………

PART VI: DESIGN…………………………………………………..

 Master plan………………………………………………………………..
 Site Plan…………………………………………………………………..
 Service Plan……………………………………………………………….
 Landscape Plan……………………………………………………………
 Floor Plans…………………………………………………………………
 Structural Drawings……………………………………………………….
 Sections…………………………………………………………………….
 Elevations………………………………………………………………….
 DetailDrawings………………………………………………………… …
 3D Views ………………………………………………………………….
 Physical Model…………………………………………………………….
PART I : INTRODUCTION

ABSTRACT

Formula One (also Formula 1 or F1) is the highest class of single-seater auto racing sanctioned by the
Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and owned by the Formula One Group. The FIA
Formula One World Championship has been one of the premier forms of racing around the world since
its inaugural season in 1950. The word "formula" in the name refers to the set of rules to which all
participants' cars must conform. A Formula One season consists of a series of races, known as Grands
Prix (French for 'grand prizes' or 'great prizes'), which take place worldwide on purpose-built circuits
and on public roads. The results of each race are evaluated using a points system to determine two
annual World Championships: one for drivers, the other for constructors. Drivers must hold valid Super
Licences, the highest class of racing licence issued by the FIA. The races must run on tracks graded
"1" (formerly "A"), the highest grade-rating issued by the FIA.Most events occur in rural locations on
purpose-built tracks, but several events take place on city streets.

NEED FOR THE PROJECT:

From those humble origins, Formula One racing was born, and over the years, it has grown to be one
of the most popular sports in the world. It appeals to millions of fans, attracts a huge sponsorship and
delivers champions who are as revered as Olympic medalists. Why? Because Formula One racing
satisfies our fundamental need -to push technology to its limits and to enjoy, even if vicariously, the
thrill and excitement of high-speed travel.This article will introduce you to the basics of Formula One.
It will focus on all of the elements that make a grand prix race special, from the cars and drivers to the
teams and tracks. And it will help you understand why Formula One has been described as "a saga of
ecstasy and agony".

JUSTIFICATION FOR THE PROJECT:

ormula 1 is in constant perpetual motion of creating, sustaining and retaining major global sporting
events, with 21 different host countries across five continents vying to create the most unique race
weekend experience for fans.With a yearly cumulative TV audience of 1.8 billion people, Formula 1
has 506 million global fans and an average race attendance of 200,000 people, creating multiple layers
of cultural and economic benefits for a host city. Whilst complimenting the local and national tourism
strategy, other benefits include global visibility, positive economic uplift, contributions toward tourism
and job creation.

Economic impact

Hosting a Formula 1 race boosts the economy of a host city and country by stimulating consumer
spending and creating new opportunities in the secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy.The
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix held at The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) has contributed
substantially toward the local economy, with total economic impact to the Austin Metro area between
2012 and 2015 valued at $2.8bn. Similarly, a recent study by PriceWaterhouseCoopers found that the
Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku created $277.3m of increased economic value in 2016 and 2017.

Tourism
With over 200,000 attendees per race and on average 53 per cent coming from abroad, hosting a
Formula 1 race induces tourism and opens up a city to new audiences. Mexico City experienced a 12
per cent increase in hotel occupancy in 4 and 5 star hotels during the Grand Prix and on average the
weekend spend per guest is £1,600 (excluding tickets). Since their first Grand Prix in 2008, Singapore
has hosted more than 450,000 international visitors, who have contributed around $1.4 billion in
incremental tourism receipts.

Increased visibility
With live broadcast to over 200 territories worldwide, Formula 1 excites fans and creates over 635
hours of broadcast footage. A host city is positively positioned in front of a global audience,
showcasing them as a destination for major sporting and entertainment events. Through destination
branding, the Mexican Grand Prix has generated over $5.5bn MXN global media exposure and $885m
MXN of media value of the Mexico logo.

Job creation

Returning year after year, Formula 1 increases both annual and seasonal employment, whilst creating
new jobs across a number of industries. When the Grand Prix heads to Montreal an additional 640
jobs in the Quebec region are created and COTA’s annual activities and operations combined to
support 9,100 jobs in the Austin region representing $306 million in annual payroll for Austin-area
workers.

PART II: CASE STUDIES

LITERATURE STUDY
Grand Prix Racing Distance

The minimum total distance of a Grand Prix race, including all the pre-defined number of laps
must be 300 km or 190 miles. This is the standard distance for all races except for the Monaco
GP which is 260 km or 160 miles.

Number of Teams in F1 World Championship

10 teams with two cars each are permitted to compete in the F1 World Championship as of 2015.
That is, a total of 20 cars can enter the competition. However, the FIA regulations allow a limit
of 26 cars for the championship.

Formula One - Rules & Regulations

A Formula One race starts with a warm-up lap, called the formation lap and the pit lanes are
opened of this purpose 30 minutes before the actual race begins. Pit lanes are tracks away from
the grid and are parallel to the start/finish line.During this time, the drivers are free to take any
number of warm-up drives, without actually going on the grid. After the pit lane closes, the
drivers must take their places on the grid in their qualifying order.Once all the cars have taken
their positions on the grid, the race begins with the starting lights − 10 red lights in 5 pairs of
columns.Each column lights one after the other, at an interval of 1 second from left to right
direction. After all 5 columns are illuminated, they stay in that way for a few seconds and then
all of them are extinguished at once and the race begins.If the start is interrupted due to any
circumstances, the 5 red lights illuminate again but are not extinguished, instead orange lights
are lit up and the race is restarted.The drivers who finish at first, second and third positions at
the end of the race stand on a podium and are awarded trophies. A constructor's trophy is also
presented to the winner's team.

Race Distance and Duration

The length of the race must be 305 km (260 km in case of Monaco GP) and is defined as "the
smallest number of complete laps that exceeds 305 kilometers".
The number of laps in a race is obtained by dividing 305 by the length of a lap, which differs
from track to track.
The duration of the race cannot be more than 2 hours. If the allocated time of 2 hours is exceeded,
the race is considered to be finished at the end of the ongoing lap.
ABOUT MALAYSIAN GP
he Sepang International Circuit (Malay: Litar Antarabangsa Sepang) is a motorsport race track in
Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia. It is located approximately 45 km (28 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, and
close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It hosted the Formula One Malaysian Grand Prix between
1999 and 2017, and is also the venue for the Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix, the Malaysia Merdeka
Endurance Race and other major motorsport events. The circuit was designed by German designer
Hermann Tilke, who would subsequently design F1 venues in Shanghai, Sakhir, Istanbul, Valencia,
Marina Bay, Yas Marina, Yeongam, Greater Noida, Austin and Baku.
The philosophy of creating Sepang F1 Circuit is to create a landmark for the motoring sport and
place to be “Home of Motorsports‟. The main circuit normally raced in a clockwise direction.
The track is 5.54 kilometres long, the circuit comprises of a complex series of uphill and downhill
turns built into the natural topography of the track site providing a unique challenge to both
driver and car. The main circuit divided into two circuits North track and South track. The north
circuit is also raced in a clockwise direction. It is basically the first half of the main circuit it is
2.71 kilometres long. The south circuit is the other half of the track. This circuit is 2.61 km in
length.
PIT GARAGE - Total Floor Area @ 80.00 sqm per unit
18 nos Pit Garage, 4 nos Male and Female toilets, Additional Facilities, Vehicle / Cargo lift to
first floor Open Terrace

HOSPITALITY FACILITIES - Total Floor Area @ 1,412.00 sqm

Hospitality Club - 360.00 sqm, Commercial Kitchen and Equipments - 120.00 sqm Covered
Outdoor Terrace - 932.00 sqm

MEDICAL ROOM - Total Floor Area @ 100.00 sqm

Reception Counter, Treatment Room, Male and Female toilets, Disable toilet, Resus Room,
Ward, Doctor's Room, Store

RACE OFFICE - Total Floor Area @ 224.50 sqm

Operation Room, Technic Room (Server Room), Timing Room, Race Control Room Meeting
Room, SOM-Officer Room, Steward Room

COMMON FACILITIES - Total Area @ 155.00 sqm

Male and female toilets, Male Surau, Female Surau, 2 Compact Sub-station, Compressor Room,
LPG Compartment, Store

LIVE CASE STUDY:

1. SINGAPORE GP
Announced in 2008, an agreement for a five-year deal was signed by Singapore GP Pte Ltd, the
Singapore Tourism Board and Bernie Ecclestone. The Singapore Grand Prix is a motor race
which forms part of the FIA Formula One World Championship. The event takes place on the
Marina Bay Street Circuit and was the inaugural night race and first street circuit in Asia
designed for Formula One races. The race under artificial lights start at midday GMT (8 pm
local time), which is the standard time for European Grands Prix, moderating the extreme
daytime apparent temperature in the tropical climate. Even so, cockpit temperatures can reach
60 °C. Around 110,000 tickets were made available for the country's first Formula One race.
CONCEPT
he Marina Bay Street Circuit (otherwise known as the Singapore Street Circuit) is a street circuit
around Marina Bay, Singapore, encompassing the planning areas of Downtown Core (Turns 4
to 23) and Kallang (Turns 1 to 3).It is the venue for the Singapore Grand Prix. The track is
5.063 km (3.146 mi) long in a harbourside location similar in style to the Circuit de Monaco and
the Valencia Street Circuit. The use of sports events in tourism strategies is a comparatively
recent trend in parts of Asia and the case of Singapore reveals some of the underlying factors
and forces at work. Insights are afforded into impacts of major sports contests at such
destinations and the obstacles to overcome in pursuit of success.

“ The announcement comes against the background of a year-to-date 19% increase in ticket
sales, with the weekend sales still to be included. In its first decade, the race has yielded significant
economic benefits, attracting over 450,000 international visitors to Singapore and about S$1.4
billion in tourism receipts “ - Singapore Tourism Board
ZONING

CIRCUIT DETAILS
Pit Building
he design of the Pit Building is simple yet modern. Stretching about 350 metres along the
waterfront, the Pit Building is designed to blend in with its surrounding park landscape and
developments, such as the Singapore Flyer and upcoming Gardens by the Bay. Key Features of
Pit Building
Three-storey modern structure
Glass facade for a panoramic view of the Pit Straight and Pit Lane action
Ground floor: 36 garages for the Formula OneTM race teams
Second floor: Race control facilities, media centre, and the winners’ podium
Second and third floors: Paddock Club for an estimated 4,000 guests
CIRCUIT ELEVATION

2. ABU DHABI GP
YAS MARINA

The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is a Formula One motor race. It was announced in early 2007
at the Abu Dhabi F1 Festival in the United Arab Emirates. The first race took place on 1
November 2009, held at the Hermann Tilke designed Yas Marina Circuit.The inaugural
race was Formula One's first ever day–night race, starting at 17:00 local time. Floodlights
used to illuminate the circuit were switched on from the start of the event to ensure a
seamless transition from daylight to darkness. Subsequent Abu Dhabi Grands Prix have
also been day–night races

The main concept of creating motor sport complex is to create a unique environment that
will be home to some of the world's biggest names in the automotive industry and beyond,
with retail outlets, automobile showrooms, and accessory dealers .the project will be
mixed use complex contain different functions. The project will allow the families get up
- close to the technology of motors and racing.

Pit Building - Paddock Suites

as marine circuit include five grandstand areas (main grandstand – marina grand stand
– north grand stand – west grandstand – south grand stand). The paddocks areas are
include outdoor and indoor area with views of the Formula 1 track and Yas Marina.
There are twelve luxurious suites varying in size .extend across two levels, creating event
spaces with private or shared amenities. It is a perfect location for gatherings, meetings,
dinners, corporate events or presentations. It is suitable for up to 480 people per suite.
Pit Building - GP Hall

t is a perfect location for meetings as 1000 conferences and different events. There
are three Halls with flexible designthat allows for three different sessions to take place at
the same time. Total space of 1,177m2with partitioned walling to segregate the space into
three zones if needed. It is adjacent pre-function area, reception, keynote speakers‟
waiting room and staff offices. Also, there isFront-of-house elevator and stair access and
back-of-house service elevators
Pit Building - Buisness Centre

It is the environment to house the media or office activities of any event; Business Centre
is equipped with high-speed internet, workstations, storage areas and TVs with live feeds
of all the event action

Race Control Room

Head of Marshals, Medical Staffs, Rescue and Fire, Director of Formula1, Director of
Race, Clerk of the Course, Circuit Manager, Abu Dhabi Motor Sport Management and
others to watch on cameras
44 Cameras
FIA’s own Carbon fibre tables
20 – 22 officials are present
CIRCUIT ELEVATION
Inference
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PART IV:
Area Requirements:
S.NO PUBLIC AREAS Rooms Area / sqm Total Area / sqm

1 LOBBY + RECEPTION 3 115 345

2 RESTAURANTS 3 300 900
3 SHOPS + RETAIL STORE 1 5000 5000
4 LOUNGE + BAR 6 80 480
5 CLOAK ROOM 3 15 45
6 RECREATIONAL AREAS(OUTDOOR) 1 150 150
7 BANQUET 2 12000 24000
TOTAL 30920

LOBBY SPACES AREA / sqm

1 RECEPTION WAITING 18.5
2 RECEPTION 10
3 FRONT DESK 15
4 OFFICES : 102
5 MANAGER 14
6 DIRECTOR 14
7 SECRETARIAL 9.2
8 SALES AND 13
9 RESERVATION 14
10 ACCOUNTS 9.2
11 WORKSTATION 23-45
2.5 sqm /
12 CONFERENCE ROOM seat

S.NO PRIVATE AREAS ( STAFF ) Rooms Area / sqm Total Area / sqm

1 ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 2 100 200

2 ACCOUNTS OFFICE 1 60 60
TECHNICAL/MECHANICAL ROOMS
3 MAIN LT PANEL 1 650 650
4 TRANSFORMER 1 620 620
5 UPS ROOM 1 150 150
6 DG ROOM 1 780 780
7 AMF PANEL 1 200 200
8 EMERGENCY PANEL 1 400 400
HVAC
9 CHILLER PLANT 1 1500 1500
10 AHU 4 TO 6 25 150
REQUIRED ON EACH FLOOR
ACCORDING TO TONNAGE
11 COOLING TOWER 1 2000 2000
12 PUMP ROOM 1 400
 13 WATER TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) 1 2000 2000
14 WATER STORAGE TANK 10
15 GAS BANK 1 20 20

16
17 LAUNDRY + STORAGE 2 450 90
18 KITCHEN + STORAGE 3 70 210
19 CAFETERIA 2 50 100
20 CONTROL ROOM 3 50 150
21 WASTE DISPOSAL 4 30 120
22 MEN’S TOILET & LOCKER ROOM 1 1500 1500
23 WOMEN’S TOILET & LOCKER ROOM 1 1500 1500
24 RECORDS STOREROOM 3 25 75
25 GENERAL STOREROOM 4 60 240
26 FUEL STORAGE 2 20 40
27 LENIN ROOM 1 210 210
TOTAL 12965

SERVICES ON EACH FLOOR AREA / sqm

1 GUEST LIFT LOBBY 50

2 SERVICE LIFT LOBBY 50
3 AHU 25
4 LV ROOM 15
5 STORAGE 25
6 ELECTRICAL 25
7 LENIN /SERVICE 25

S.NO PRIVATE AREAS ( GUEST ) Rooms Area / sqm Total Area / sqm

1 SINGLE BEDROOM 198 40 7920

2 DOUBLE BEDROOM 150 54 8100
3 DELUXE BEDROOM 90 110 9900
4 SUITE BEDROOM 15 200 3000
5 SERVICE APARTMENTS 40 115 4600
6 STEAM ROOMS + SPA 16 80 580
7 LOUNGE 1 500 500

10 SWIMMING POOL 1 3290 3290

11 GYM 1 930 930
12 MEETING ROOMS 6 50 300
TOTAL 39120

CUM. TOTAL 83005

LIFT

CAPACITY (KGS) 1000

SHAFT
MIN. WIDTH 1800
MIN.DEPTH 2600

DOOR
CLEAR WIDTH LIFT DOOR 800
CLEAR WIDTH SHAFT DOOR 2000
LIFT CAR
WIDTH 1100
DEPTH 2100
HEIGHT 2200
ACCESS WIDTH 800
ACCESS HEIGHT 2000

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PART V: DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
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