This is an Academic Project

Creative Brief: This project is a study of windows of one wall of patwa ki haveli.
Ancient architecture especially, Rajput and Mughal Architecture has been very ornamental in nature which has
been the reason to make it stand out and very unique.The ornamental nature has been there in such a way that
the importance of veil, the skeleton of building with carvings and paintings, protruding structures has been
unaffected even today after so many years, remarks excellence in art and culture since ages. The durability
and longevity of architecture is a very surprising element. Through this project I have focused on Rajput Architecture.
Rajputs- The Rajas of Rajasthan, have contributed in astounding architecture. The palaces, forts, temples are built
in the state of Rajasthan, where climate in very warm and harsh, still it does not affect the monuments in any way since ages.
I have focused on a very small but very unique and prominent part of Rajput architecture that is – JHAROKHA. (Stone window).
The jharokhas that are selected are from a monument in Rajasthan called Patwa Ki Haveli, Located in Jaisalmer.

In the narrow lanes of the main city of Jaisalmer, lies the magnificent Patwon-ki-haveli, known for its pretty paintings,
intricate carvings, and a grandiose style of architecture. The entire complex is not a single haveli but a cluster of
five smaller beautiful havelis. The first among these havelis was commissioned and constructed in 1805 by Guman Chand Patwa.
Patwa ki Haveli took nearly 55 years to build. The hard work and aesthetic skills of the local Rajasthani craftsmen can be seen in
every corner of this haveli in the individual depictions and theme on each arch. Although the whole building is made in
yellow sandstone, the main gateway of the Patwon-ki-haveli is in brown color. Patwon Ki Haveli, also known as Patwa Haveli,
showcases some of the best craftsmanship in the region.Patwa ki haveli was the first and largest Haveli complex to be built in Jaisalmer.
Patwa Haveli is also known as the Mansion of Brocade Merchants and the name is thought to have originated from the fact
that Patwa traded in gold and silver threads for ladies’ dresses. Each floor forms a different haveli; the mansion on the ground floor
(the first haveli) being the largest of them all. The entire complex of havelis is beautifully decorated with a variety of patterns
carved into the sandstone. The gateways and arches are massive and intricately decorated. The interiors are just as fascinating
with high ceilings, pillars, door frames, mirror work and paintings. The craftsmanship is well worth seeing alone and there are
over 60 balconies called jharokhas in the Haveli complex.
Orthographic Projection

Plan

Left side Elevation Right Side Elevation

Measurements: L 32’ x W 2’ x H 30’

Scale: 1/4 Inch = 1 Feet Unit = Feet

Exhibition Display Design and Stage Craft
Front View

Measurements: L 32’ x W 2’ x H 30’

Scale: 1/4 Inch = 1 Feet Unit = Feet

Exhibition Display Design and Stage Craft
Process
Final Execution