Rope
Terrace Cafe for The Grid Architects
A cohesive identity of the space arose responding to the use of the indigenous material rope, the palette consisted of all recycled, locally available elements and technique and processes coupled with contemporizing the craft. natural element sunlight which was a forte for this terrace cafe design the material which gives the cafe its name, jute is a humble material, which can take any form and transform a space it doesn’t have thermal conductivity, where its watered form keeps the surrounding cool. The spaces were designed to create an environment that is warm and connecting people.
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Unique Properties
Jute rope which gives the cafe its name sees liberal usage owing to its eco-friendliness, this is a humble material which can take any form and transform a space, doesnot have thermal conductivity thus helps to maintain temperature, not absorbent and retains heat. Watered jute keeps the surrounding cool, easy handling, locally sourced and locally crafted - eco-friendly, sustainable, handled easily and cost effective
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Production Technology
the open layout design and the striking use of materials and simplicity of form emerged from reinforcing the purpose of the humancentric design, building by-laws precluded the possibility of any kind of permanent or semi-permanent structure. After much discussion the designers chose the traditional Indian charpoy as the inspiration for developing space modulating partitions and canopies that would define individual seating islands. The canopy was created with the help of jute ropes, looped around pipes with specific angles such that the part canopy created a shadow for the rest of the terrace.
Design Challenge
the angles of the weaved canopy were such that the part canopy created a shadow for the rest of the terrace. While the craftsmen were tying the rope to the pipe it was easy to keep it straight at the narrow end but as the angle increased the length and weight of the rope increased so to keep it straight, they applied more pressure resulting in the pipe to bend. we realized this may damage the existing structure, so we let the rope be slightly loose. the sagging part created dramatic shape and shadows.
Project Duration
the project started on 13-09-2018 ended on 28-10-2018 approximate;y 45 days location - Gandhinagar Ahmedabad Gujarat India
Operation Flow
upon entering the terrace, one is welcomed by happy colours and the blueness of the sky, the entrance wall is adorned by a wall mural depicting the logo of the cafe which has now become a selfie zone. Jute rope, recycled wooden table tops and flooring add to the ambience and help with the acoustics. An enclosed space with ac has been incorporated as a refuge from the city s harsh weather. The secluded terrace lends an experiential quality retaining scale within this volume. This then leads you to a pink spiral staircase which guides you to the upper terrace, a smoking zone, and a private zone for special celebrations.
Research
constraints posed by time intensified the architects proclivity for earth-friendly materials and processes, inclusion of local labour and local craft, material palette is dominated by recycled materials - jute rope, gum, arabic wood, corrugated sheets and ms, aluminium and natural stone and eco-friendly paint, jute eco-friendly, sustainable, handled easily, cost effective, does not have thermal conductivity, can take any form and transform a space. watered jute keeps the surrounding cool, south west facade- recycled corrugated sheet used to protect from harsh sunlight.
Inspiration
strictures on time and budget directed the team to look at quick aesthetic solutions. with their inclination towards natural materials they explored and examined a close-to-nature palette which could be recycled, reused, cost effective, locally sourced and crafted and finalised upon jute rope a sustainable and eco-friendly material. designers chose the traditional Indian charpoy as the inspiration for developing space-modulating partitions and canopies that would define individual seating islands
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#1 Photographix India, 2018 #2 Photographix India, 2018 #3 Photographix India, 2018 #4 Photographix India, 2018 #5 Photographix India, 2018 video credits tHE gRID Architects
Project Overview
Rope Terrace Cafe has been a Iron winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Iron Recognition
The Grid Architects was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work Rope Terrace Cafe.
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Introducing "Rope" - A Sustainable Terrace Cafe Design by The Grid Architects
The Grid Architects presents "Rope" - a sustainable terrace cafe design located in Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. The project, which commenced on 13-09-2018 and concluded on 28-10-2018, offers a unique blend of modern aesthetics and eco-friendly elements, creating a warm and inviting environment for visitors.
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