GROUP HOUSING

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND FIELD STUDY - IV

PRESENTED BY-

V . LATHA NAIDU (2105007)

ASHWATH C S (2105008)
ANJALI RAJ (2105016)
MANA RASHI (2105010)
INTRODUCTIO
N
Group housing is a significant trend in modern architecture. It's more than just a solution to
housing shortages; it's a way of living. As cities grow, group housing has emerged as a way to
maximize space and resources while providing community and sociability in urban areas.

Benefits of Group Housing

Social Connection Eco-Friendly

Group housing promotes community and Shared spaces and resources promote sustainable living,
social interaction, reducing feelings of reducing individual carbon footprints and encouraging
isolation and promoting well-being. environmentally conscious behavior.

Affordability Efficient Use of Space

Group housing can provide a more Designing shared spaces and amenities can reduce the
affordable housing option, especially in amount of space required overall, thus maximizing land
urban areas where housing prices are high. use.
 Literature Review
• History
The concept of group housing dates back
to the communal living of indigenous
people. A new wave of group housing
began in Europe during the 1920s, with
Bauhaus as a significant influence.
Modern group housing is innovative and
evolved from the mid-20th century.
• Environmental Sustainability
Green or eco-friendly design is a crucial
aspect of group housing architecture.
Buildings should provide maximum green
space, access to sunlight and air, and other
sustainable elements—aimed at promoting
harmony between nature and living spaces.
• Design Concepts
Group housing is typically designed with
shared spaces, such as cooking and dining
areas, to foster community living. Building
clustering, communal outdoor areas, and
mixed-use facilities are trendy design
features. Group housing is designed for
different demographics and income levels.
• Technology
New technologies, such as smart homes and
3D printing, have taken group housing into a
new era of the internet of things (IoT) and
increased efficiency in
construction and management.
 Design Principles of Group Housing
Accessibility
Designing for accessibility ensures that
living spaces and shared amenities can be
accessed and used by everyone, regardless
of physical ability.
1 Flexibility
Designing spaces with flexible layouts
and multifunctional spaces allows for
different types of residents to use the
space in unique ways.
2
3 Privacy and Community
A balance between private space and shared
communal spaces creates a sense of
community while maintaining individual
privacy.
Types of Group Housing
Group housing refers to residential properties constructed for the
benefit of groups rather than individuals. The following are the
four main types of group housing in India.

• High Income Group (HIG) - more than 18 lakhs

• Middle Income Group (MIG) - 5-15 lakhs

• Low Income Group (LIG) - 3-6 lakhs

• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) - less than 3

lakhs
HIG
1 Features
Features
Houses range from 1500-5000 square feet. Homeowners have access to amenities such
as swimming pools, tennis courts, and clubhouses.

22 Benefits

HIG refers to high-end flats/apartments that cater to people with a sizeable disposable
income. Such flats offer a spacious living environment with luxury amenities.
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SITE PLAN
The spacious
3BHK homes
 Kitchen

Master Bedroom Bathroom

Dining Area
Living Room Living Area
MIG
1 Features
The houses in MIG range from 600-1200 square feet and commonly include 2-3 BHK apartments.

Benefits
2
Middle-income group housing is an excellent option for individuals and families who want to
live in cities but cannot afford extremely high prices. These houses are usually located in close
proximity to schools, hospitals, and shopping complexes, making them an ideal investment for
middle-class families.

3 Impact on Urban Development

MIG housing helps promote urbanization as it allows people to live closer to central business
districts and reduces transportation-related issues in the city. It also promotes the growth of
affordable housing units and bolsters the construction industry.
SITE PLAN OF
LIGHT HOUSE
PROJECT,
RANCHI
TYPICAL FLOOR PLANS
OF 1BHK AND 2 BHK
Light House Projects : Salient Features
The structural details were designed to meet the durability and safety requirements of
applicable loads including earthquakes, cyclone, and flood as applicable in accordance with
the applicable Indian/International standards

Cluster design may include innovative system of water supply, drainage and rainwater
harvesting, renewable energy sources with special focus on solar energy

The period of construction will be maximum 12 months. Approvals were accorded through a fast
track process by the concerned State/UT Government.

For the subsequent allotment of constructed houses under LHPs to the eligible beneficiaries
in States/ UTs, procedures of existing guidelines of PMAY (U) will be followed.
ADVANTAGES

•About 90% of the building work including finishing is complete in plant/casting yard leading to
significant reduction in construction & occupancy time
•The controlled factory environment brings resource optimization, improved quality, precision &
finish
•The required concrete can be designed using industrial by-products such as Fly Ash, Ground
granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS), Micro silica etc. resulting in improved workability &
durability, while also conserving natural resources. In this project Ground granulated blast
furnace slag & silica fume is being used in concrete
• With smooth surface it eliminates use of plaster
•The monolithic casting of walls & floor of a building module reduces the chances of leakage
•The system has minimal material wastage (saving in material cost), helps in keeping neat &
clean construction site and dust free environment
• use of Optimum quantity of water through recycling
•Use of shuttering & scaffolding materials is minimal
•All weather construction & better site organization
LIG
1 Features
LIG housing is aimed at low-income groups and provides basic amenities such as water and
sanitation.

Benefits
2
These units are created with basic necessities in mind and are usually located in city fringes
and other peripheral areas.

3 Impact on Urban Development

LIG projects help with the growth of financially weaker sections in cities. It also promotes the
growth of affordable housing units and generates further development of the construction
industry.
LIG AMBATTUR ,
TAMILNADU
• Constructed by –TNHB ( Tamil Nadu housing
board) through SFS

• Stilt +19 floors

• Flat type- 2BHK
• NO. Of flats- 1829
• Size of flat – 627 sq.ft
• Cost per sq.ft – 3800
SITE (SATELLITE
VIEW)
FLOOR PLAN
RENDERD PLAN
1. Ambattur Railway station –
3km

2. Ambattur Estate Bus stand

– 2.4 km

3. Ambattur OT Bus stand –

3km

4. Hospital –1.7km

5. School – 2.2 km
EWS
1 Features
• The houses are small and primarily focus on usability over luxury.
• They are designed to be affordable to those with the lowest wages.
• While basic amenities are included in construct such as sanitation and drinking water, they
may have limits on access to electricity and other necessities.

Benefits
2
LIG housing is aimed at low-income groups and provides basic amenities such as water and
sanitation. These units are created with basic necessities in mind and are usually located in
city fringes and other peripheral areas

3 Impact on Urban Development

LIG projects help with the growth of financially weaker sections in cities. It also promotes the
growth of affordable housing units and generates further development of the construction
industry.
ARANYA LOW – COST HOUSING
INDORE

- AR B.V DOSHI
 INTRODUCTION
Aranya is a housing project of Indore Development
Authority(IDA) primarily serving the EWS and other
income groups.
Aranya is a low income housing settlement conceived as a
six self contained neighborhoods, each
incorporating facilities such as schools, medical centres
and shops.the complex provides housing for
over 6500 families.

• It is situated on the Delhi-Bombay highway, six

kilometres from the centre of Indore.

ABOUT:

LOCATION: Aranya Nagar, Vijay Nagar, Indore

ARCHITECT:B.V Doshi, Vastu Shilpa Foundation
YEAR OF COMPLETION: 1989
SITE AREA: 85 hectares(210 acre)
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD CONCEPT
Concept

• Slum development project

• Inspiration from existing slum settlements in Indore

Characteristics

•Mixed and multiple land use

• Formation of small neighborhoods and houses extending to
the outdoors.
• Small shops operating within congested areas.
• Trees planted in public places
• Streets accommodating social, economic and
domestic activities.
The house basically consists of a verandah 2 rooms,kitchen and the main service core-toilet and the bathroom The
types only differ by the number of floors and the types of the stairs.
 PLANNING OF THE UNIT
• The major house plans included a verandah(otla), a living
room,followed by a kitchen. The toilets were provided at back of the
house.

• Most houses were provided with an additional access at the back,

that allowed them to keep animals,a vehicle or even renting out
that part of the house for income.

• ten houses formed a cluster that opened into a street. The

courtyard at the back opened into the open space of the cluster and
was used as a play area and service area.
ELEVATION OF ARANYA LOW COST HOUSING
CLIMATE RESPONSIVE FEATURES
Each house has minimum surface exposure. This reduces the heat gain by the house
during the hot summer.

The houses are oriented with longer side in north-south axis in order to reduce the
solar gain.

The buildings are close to each they such that they shade the public spaces in
between the houses.

The streets remain half shaded thus

help in reducing the heat gain and
provides shaded common spaces.
 GROUP HOUSING PROJECT, BIHTA
The site is in Bihta, opposite to NIT Patna, Bihta Campus on State Highway 2 connecting Bihta to Bikram. Create your design
requirements considering an ideal group housing project.
Sun path
of the
given site
 SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE GIVEN SITE

STRENGTH WEAKNESS
•Pricing according to income • Not a developed area
•Basic facilities are available •Noise pollution

OPPORTUNITY THREAT
• easy airport facility and railway station • possibility of water scarcity in future
•Job available for LIG & EWS group
THANK
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