HYBRIDIZATION

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INTRODUCTION
Architecture of Goa is multi-faceted. Buildings in Goa are an amalga-
mation of styles, technology and details that emerged from the con-
fluence of various cultures.

As part of our research, a stretch of land from Baga to Candolim was

taken to learn more about life in Goa and it’s architecture. Pre-de-
sign process is essentially ideation, site learning, interpretation, and
analysis. From this, the strip is divided into parts, units, groups, and
clusters. A fundamental understanding of typology is explored as a
result of this. We try to deduce from this how it can be reinterpreted,
leading to different types of themes.

WEAKNESSES IN THE STRIP

• BEACH- Across Goa, conventional
BAGA beach settings are prevalent, re-
sulting in no new experiences.
• INTERMEDIATE- Throughout the
cross sectional strip, the same ar-
chitectural features are main-
tained.
• STREET- The location is highly extro-
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET
verted due to the presence cafes
and other shops.

CALUNGUTE • BEACH- Conventional beach set-

tings are prevalent, resulting in no
new experiences.
• INTERMEDIATE- Calangute is still
developing, although the roads
leading to the major beach are
in poor condition and must be re-
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET paired.
• STREET- Highly extroverted due
to the presence cafes and other
shops.
CANDOLIM
• BEACH- Across Goa, conventional
beach settings are prevalent, re-
sulting in no new experiences.
• INTERMEDIATE- The location is high-
ly introverted due to the presence
of primarily vacant land and stays.
• STREET- Street interface is high-
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET
ly contrasting in terms of activity
when compared to beach and in-
termediate.

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THEME NAME

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WHAT MORE CAN THE STRIP BE?
For each of the three beaches, the beach interface is distinctive.
Baga beach is probably too crowded in one’s opinion, whereas
Calangute beach is a family beach and Candolim is an introverted
one. Aside from these differences, all of the beaches have a similar
setting. As a result, a different character as a whole could be intro-
duced here.

In the intermediate phase, an introverted character is seen, break-

ing the continuity between the beach and the street’s personali ties

BAGA • BEACH- Baga Beach is a popu-

lar tourist destination with a vari-
ety of beach activities. Howev-
er, a different character could
be introduced.
• INTERMEDIATE- Formalistic hy-
bridization could be used to de-
velop architectural variation.
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET
• STREET- Materialistic hybridization
could be used to develop archi-
tectural variation.

CALUNGUTE • BEACH- Other activities besides

water sports could be intro-
duced.
• INTERMEDIATE- A direct connec-
tion from the street to the beach
interface could be provided.
Loop-wise circulation is also an
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET option.
• STREET- New junction character-
istics were developed.
CANDOLIM • BEACH- Has little activity, was
transformed into a zone with a
variety of activities, and cross
programming was introduced.
• INTERMEDIATE- The introvert-
ed parts were transformed into
more extroverted spaces with
the addition of cafes and com-
mercial spaces.
BEACH INTERMEDIATE STREET • STREET- By retaining some exist-
ing elements as fixed, a blend of
global and local traits was intro-
duced.

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HYBRIDIZATION
The concept of hybridization in architecture as a way of assimila-

PRE DESIGN 1
tion of globally distributed architectural practices by local structures.
tTo retain the current blend of cultures and bring in modern elements
i.e, to merge local and global. Also to create a hybrid cluster that
blurs the boundary between different amenities so as to promote in-
teractive relations and encourages encounters in public spaces that
vary from commercial, residential, to recreational. In terms of an ap-
proach to heritage and culture, our aspiration was to balance the ar-
chitectural imperative of representing the stretch, integrated against
maintaining the legibility of the various parts of the stretch.

CASE STUDIES AND UNDERSTANDINGS

Hybridization in Architecture- Gali- na Ptichnikova
• The interbreeding of “local” with “global” in different patterns • AMPHIBIA PROJECT, PORTUGAL
(functions, forms, elements or parts, combination methods) gen-
erates exaggerated polymorphism of objects forming the archi- Taking the duality of water and land as a
tectural space of a modern city. starting point, the Amphibia Project utilizes
• Hybrid Housing : development of housing combining residential the historic strength of the city to prolong
and public or commercial functions has led to the emergence of its life through a hybridization strategy that
new principles for architectural form finding. considers habitants and function
A.FUNCTIONAL HYBRIDIZATION
• which are a com-
• The “Linked Hybrid” complex. Beijing, Chi-
bination
na, S. Hall. 2009.
• of residential, com-
mercial, cultural,
manufacturing or
other institutional
functions

• HYBRID STUDENT CITY,

The Student’s City Campus consists on the

hybridization strategy, which is a redefinition
B..TYPOLOGICAL HYBRIDIZATION of all the functions of the campus. . Having
• “Sail Hybrid” project (2005), developed • when two or more a hybrid building means to offer a typology
for the resort town of Knokke-Heist, Bel- • different typolog- that can host students and the locals that
gium. ical architectural occupy all the surroundings of the city of stu-
and spatial pat- dents.
terns are com-
bined.

C.FORMALISTIC HYBRIDIZATION
• “Markthal Rotterdam” complex in Rotter-
dam, Holland (MVRDV, 2009-2014
• combination - an
unusual mix of form • URBAN HYBRID HOUSING,SWITZERLAND
and function
urban hybrid development proposal com-
bines characteristics of city dwelling – cen-
tral location, privacy, underground parking
– with the characteristics of suburban life:
gardens, multilevel living and a neighbor-
hood community.

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INHABITABLE BRIDGE
The process of hybridization has been demonstrated though a case KINDERGARDENS ,PARIS
of a Cultural Centre in form of a Hy-bridge (bridge + building) com- Using hybridization methodology to create

PRE DESIGN 1
monly known as an ‘Inhabitable Bridge’ in the east of Amsterdam, new innovative types of kindergartens
Netherlands.

Inhabitable bridges, also known as ‘Living Bridges’ or ‘Hybrid bridg-

es’ can be understood as a hybrid infrastructural element which
apart from connecting two points across an obstacle is also used to
Inhabit multiple static functions across its span.

• the dynamism achieved

in the interior spaces of
the inhabitable bridge
• A hybrid building is understood as a
by hybridizing the ele-
building in which certain contrasting
ments of space making
functions come together and create a
through a systematic
habitable block.
process influence by
Darwin’s Theories
• The hybridization strategy will contrib-
ute on the addition of new necessary
programs and the creation of mix ty-
pologies that will enrich the quality of
life and spatial conditions.
• Hybridity becomes a key element of
the town’s sustainability over time, es-
sential to its survival in the future.

• Stitching together the new and the old

KEYWORDS

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 PARAMETERS DESIGN TAKE PARTS UNITS GROUPS

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• REPURPOSING • Giving new or the •Transitional Space • Preserved Historic Elements of Historic
same purpose. Buildings. Buildings along with
( Cultural Heritage • modern elements and
Urban Regeneration •Preserving • Repurposed ruined ideas.
Key to sustaina- structures.
ble architecture) Design elements:
Beach side
• By adding a walk-
way along the beach
side with modernized
open areas & land-
scaping.

• Using abandoned/
vacant structures,
repurpose them and
make them functional
•Rebuilding by retaining the char-
• Facade- A wide acter of the structure
•Enhancing or Main • Modern material in- range of possibilities in and to bring in new
taining some or all ele- corporation. the interior by retain- activities.
ments. ing the facade on the Inbetween
• Urban Regeneration outside. • By retaining the intri-
cate and rustic char-
acter of the structures
and adding im-
proved/altered types
of structures.
Street
• To keep the existing
aura by maintaining
the current facade
of the structures and
altering the interior

• PLACE MAKING • interventions drew • Interactive threshold • Introduction of hot- • To modify an inert re-
people into the • parks with seating spot hubs gion into a primary
(transforming public space space focal point
spaces to strengthen • tree seating • living together which
the connections be- • food stalls creates harmony in
tween people and • exhibiting different their culture
places) elements such as ar- • creating local jobs
chitecture or culture by local business
• events • streets
• Revitalization • creates an area filled • formal or informal
with emotions • providing a walking gathering spaces
• People tend to be • memorials area to linger • creating a space
more enticed to- • amphitheater • exhibition space which connects with
wards spaces with • clubs the context that can
a higher density of • markets bring activity around
people than lower • plazaports the context
density. • library

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 PARAMETERS
• AMALGAMATION OF
STYLES
(Blend of heritage and
modern with the infu-
sion of art,
conservative interpre-
tation,
Cohabitation of spac-
es)
• MORPHOLOGICAL
INTERPRETATION
• CROSS PROGRAM-
MING
(another way of
playing with expec-
tations is to add,mix
or intersect different
programmes that we
wouldn’t usually ex-
pect to go together,-
adaptive reuse))
• FLEXIBILITY
(transformable, ad-
aptable, often small
in scale, and often
includes dedicated
nonflexible spaces.)
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DESIGN TAKE PARTS UNITS GROUPS
PRE DESIGN 1
• Retaining the old- • .use of contrasting • infusion of modern • interconnected units
world charm of herit- materials art or elements. with public service
age stature with con- elements.
trasting elements. • blurred boundaries • common’ spaces
that belong to every- • plaza interfacing
• unique cluster of • Contrasting mate- one while not be- public services or fa-
heritage buildings. rials and elements,- longing to anyone. cilities.
blurring boundaries,
• fusion of residential installations • Shophouses,tra- • Public squares,shop
with commercial units. ditional-interna- houses, streets,mod-
tional blended ern-local integrated
• innovative ‘com- restaurants,muse- interaction spaces.
mon’ that generates ums,handicraft
an ‘anonymity’ of shops,art-stages/ven-
space. ues,heritage sites
. fainting territories
• Based on form and ` • Blend of different • Hybrid Cluster
structures. forms
. .
• reuse old buildings • Live woking • Plaza, • modifying a place
for new functions, spaces for a new function
• changes in function • transitional spaces
in old buildings to • Path
adapt to current
conditions. • Park
• modifying a place
for a new function
• adjusts the building
to strengthen an ex-
isting function.
• makes changes to
buildings to accom-
modate new needs..
.
• Buildings that are • Building facade • Building flexible ele- • Flexible spaces
transformable are ments
designed to change • furnitures
shape, space, form
or appearance
by the physical altera-
tion of their structure,
skin or internal surfac-
es
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SITE
LARGER CONTEXT SITE INTRODUCTION
Goa is a state in western In-
dia with coastlines stretching
along the Arabian Sea. Goa
is also known for its beaches,
ranging from popular stretch-
es at Baga and Palolem to
those in laid-back fishing vil-
lages such as Agonda

Direct connection Mix of cultures can be

BAGA from Panaji to strip seen in the area

CALANGUTE

CANDOLIM Different density can Famous Aguada fort

be seen is situated near strip

SINQUERIM

BAGA - Baga is quite famous for its commercial nightlife. That

contribute to keeping the nightlife in Baga Beach.

CALANGUTE - Encircled by palm and coconut trees,The Calangute

is the area where we could see churches all over the place.
CANDOLIM -One of the longest beaches in Goa.Beach which is
famous for the various water sports and activities it hosts.
SINQUERIM - The well-known Aguoda fort is located here. This area
is rich in mangroves, coconuts, and cashews
The site is a narrow strip at Candolim. The site
has a lot of potential because it has strong
hybrid nature characteristics.
Site has a good view to the Aguada fort and
Candolim beach.

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SITE

PRE DESIGN 1
existing road existing road existing church

existing parking vacant land less crowded shacks beach shack lighting
beach

EXISTING CONDITIONS SITE POTENTIALS

The context will grow along with the road’s
future development from Panaji to the site.
Hence, the site must be formerly in a
position to adapt to the development and
accept it.

There are several vacant areas on the

existing site that can be repurposed.

Our site provides views to Agoda Fort.

Our site is located between two lively

beaches.

Our primary goal is to revive the dormant

region.

The nature of the site is highly hybrid.

Potential landmarks near our site:
Taj Resort, Aguada Fort.

The beautiful beach features

scrub-covered dunes which are quite
popular with tourists.

Candolim beaches are better, cleaner,

and less crowded.

LIMITATIONS
Less activities

Less crowded

Highway connection not fully used

No attractive pause point

Stray dogs

SITE INTERPRETATION
The site is interpreted to incorporate more public spaces, increase activities, create more active
zones, and bring in a mix of local and foreign culture, as well as incorporate hybrid characters after
analysing the site’s potentials, limitations, and other factors.

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VISION

OBJECTIVES

PRE DESIGN 1
• Continues to maintain a connection with-
out damaging the current localness.
• To create the impression of a tourist entry
corridor. Maintain Connection Entry Corridor
• Beach Gateway.
• Creating pedestrian user- experience.
• To boost the range of activities in an inac-
tive region in order to make it more active.
• Flexibility in planning is essential when cre-
ating hybrid living scenarios
• To blend together foreign and localized
cultures, i.e, to sustain the old while mod-
Pedestrian-user Inactive to active Beach Gateway
ernizing with the new. experience
• Typological hybridization : When two or
more different architectural and spatial
typologies are integrated.
• Functional hybridization : A combination
of residential, commercial, cultural, man-
ufacturing or other institutional functions.
• Formalistic hybridization : An integration
of artificial and natural.
Blending Cultures Typological mixing Flexible Spaces

STRATEGIES

• Along with the existing road a continuous

main road connecting the beach and
street is built, creating a junction,result-
ing two road connections from street to Two road connections Tactical urbanism
beach.
• Tactical Urbanism
A small-scale project for people of all ages
that would be active on weekends in or-
der to keep everyone interested.
• Within the interpretation Centre, an entry
corridor is built with cafes and commer-
cial shops on either side. Typological hybridization Interactive plazas Hybrid forms
• By maintaining an adequate amount of
activities, an inactive region was convert-
ed into an active region.
• Natural landscapes are overlaid or top of
constructed environments, creating a se-
ries of elemental face-offs between the
natural and the artificial, urban and ru-
ral, interior and exterior. The intertwining
of landscape and hardscape creates a Space activation
Pavilions Active landforms
Wild Urbanism.
• Space Activation:Pop-up pavilions,
public art, strout seating parklets, out-
door beaches seasonal theaters, farm-
ers markets, festivals and street per-
formances these all are examples of
space activation that we’ve come to
expect in any thriving neighborhood.
Mixed - use Seating spaces Community playground

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 TYPOLOGY MODELS
CASE STUDY

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BEACH

Mixed use activity Flexible Mixed use Fisherman village Bali Edge active beach Public Play Park in a
complex with multiple plazas` Mixed Development
INTERMEDIATE

Mid transition street Branched cluster Commercial Edge street with Mixed Activity Edge activity with
branched central courtyard residence

Staggered cluster Radial religious Mixed use activity

complex complex
STREET

IntersectionStreet Residential street` Residential with Street as a landmark Treating activities Street as Destination
commercial`

SITE STUDY

Confined introvert- Wholesome esca- Trail Defined Secluded beach Radial Branching Mixed use arteries
BEACH

ed hotspot pade

Hangout Beach Fisherman village Diversely character- Beach as a get

ised settlements away destination
INTERMEDIATE

Patch of built Fussy cluster Loop cluster

STREET

Public square Integerated public Diverging network Private enclave Private enclave Linear grid
releam

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STRATEGIES : GROUP TYPOLOGIES

TYPOLOGIES INFERENCE

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More public spaces towards the beach edge

Creating a more dense space.

Edge active beach with

multiple plazas`

Transforming public spaces to strengthen the

connections between people and places

Public Play Park in a Mixed

Development

Modify an inert region into a primary focal

point

Flexible Mixed use

Creating a space which connects with the

context that can bring activity around the
context

Mid Transition Street

Interconnected units with design elements,re-

taining the character of the space.

Branched Cluster

Rebuilding / maintaining the elements.

Plaza interfacing public services or facilities.

Fuzzy Cluster

A central church, forming buildings around it

Roads are around the church giving center of
attraction to the building

Diverging Network

Individual plazas are formed in order to

keep a local climate around the building

Private Enclave

Large open spaces are formed to create a

visual experience for the buildings thus evolv-
ing the entire space as a focal point.
Street as Destination

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DESIGN STRATEGIES
BEACH
Seating spaces Community playground
Active landforms Flexible Spaces
• An ideal tourism strip that encour-
ages hybridization by blending to-
gether foreign and localized cul-
tures
• Promoting interactive relations be-
tween different amenities.
• Ensuring connection between dif-
ferent functional cluster types.
• The cental portion kept to be as
a highly flexible area which could
hold multiple events during differ-
ent timeframes.
• Providing interactive zones and
entertainment spaces for space
activation.
• Beach promenade acts also as a
gathering with seating space area
giving out a vast beach overlook
space throughout.
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INTERMEDIATE
Typological hybridization Pedestrian-user
experience
Tactical Urbanism Hybrid forms
• A pure mixture of both modern and
local culture was the basic aim for
the strip.
• Creating interactive zones and de-
sign elements results in cultural ex-
changing.
• The central street zone intended
in making the area more active in
nature
• The aim of the large building was
to bring in different lifestyles on dif-
ferent levels.
• Modifying the image of the strip-
with the introduction of a focal
point to the site.
• Contrasting functions incorporat-
ed in hybrid designs.
STREET
PRE DESIGN 1
Beach Gateway Interactive plazas
Mixed - use Space activation
• Residential clusters with the fusion
of traditional with modern archi-
tectural elements.
• Forming a tactical realm at the
centre of the intaerface contain-
ing plazas,small shops and interac-
tive spaces.
• An entry corridor is built with cafes
and commercial shops on either
side.
• Transforming an inactive area to
an active space through ade-
quate elements,functions and ac-
tivity zones.
• Functional hybrid designs achieved
through the combination of res-
idential, commercial, cultural,
manufacturing or other institution-
al functions.
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PART AND UNIT LEVEL STRATEGIES

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Street edge element Parking Multi pathway Tactile Design Seating

Roofing style Seating styles Balcony Entry

Step Front Gate Tensile structures

Pool Street light Step Roofing styles

CLUSTER LEVEL STRATEGIES

Beach side community St Peter’s Square Multi functional

Scarborough beach Delhi Art and Craft center Citade De Goa Urban Space

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