Swarnabhoomi (Badminton Court)

Raipur
Master Planning
A blend of tradition and sport. This terracotta and brick badminton court in Raipur stands as a perfect harmony of rustic charm and modern athleticism. Where history meets hustle. The badminton block is designed as a cylindrical structure, featuring an exterior facade of bricks arranged at various levels.
Client: Rama Group
Area: 350 Acres
Status: Completed
Team: Kartik Gupta, Ajit Gavhane, Surjeet Singh, Darshan Jana

This design casts dynamic shadow effect throughout the day as the sun moves from east to west. The entrance is a large archway equipped with 25-fingerlike bars, which are controlled by a phneumatic system. These bars can move in different directions creating a flowing, fingerlike appearence.

This innovative entrance is appropriately names ‘The Dancing Door’.The door’s 12 programmable configurations emphsizes the concept of staying active. Outside the entrance, a large water eature mirrors the fins and the main structure providing a refreshing and visually sktriking experince-an invigorating ‘Good Morning’ greeting.