Analysis of Site & Case Study (Thesis)

Case study is a method of research involving a detailed investigation of an existing building or

a group of buildings and includes site surveys and analysis of existing information. This in
turn helps to understand the various aspects to be considered during designing.

1. Site analysis

 Area of the site in acres (sq. m.)

 Site approach and major /minor roads abutting site

 Orientation of site

 Soil type

 Topography

 Location of site with key plan (Distances from Airport, Railway station and Bus stand)

 Site surroundings with major nearby landmarks

 Natural and Manmade landscape features on the site (water body, mound etc.)

 Site drainage system

 Water Supply system

 Sewerage disposal system

 Rainwater disposal system

 HT lines

 Parking Details

2. Built Form Analysis

 Floor-wise area of building

 Form and Function

 Concept of planning

 Development Bye-laws (Covered area, FAR, Setbacks etc.)

 Plans of all floors

 Construction system

 Materials used in interior and exterior of building

 Strategies for energy efficiency/sustainability

 Aesthetics
  Inter relationship between spaces

 Light and Ventilation

 Service core (HVAC, Water supply, Sewerage, Drainage, Fire Fighting system)

 Vertical circulation

 Rainwater harvesting

 Electric substation

3. Drawings

 Location Plan and Site plan

 Plans of All Floors

 Elevations

 Sections

 View

 Service Drawings

4. Critical Analysis

Critical analysis of the Case studies is to be done keeping in mind various pros and cons. The strong
points are to be kept in mind while designing and the negative points are to be avoided.

Site Form & Circulation Thermal Light & Visual Services Any other Inferences
plann Function comfort ventilation comfort sustainable
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5. Conclusion

Positive and negative impact of the building on the users, surroundings, environment and society.