Firm Hall Banquet And Community Centre

Firm Hall Banquet and Community Centre is an innovative architectural project that exemplifies successful adaptive reuse in urban India, transforming a residential bungalow into a sophisticated multi-purpose event venue and community space. Located at a prominent intersection in Chennai's premium residential district of Anna Nagar, this Silver A' Design Award-winning structure demonstrates excellence in combining commercial viability with community service. The design, completed in 2019, features a distinctive architectural language created through the juxtaposition of two contrasting masses: a high-gloss white upper level adorned with intricate CNC-cut aluminum jali patterns and back-lighting, floating above a textured brown ground floor mass. The facility encompasses three distinct levels, each capable of functioning independently or in unison, including a family hall on the ground floor, a conference-enabled event space on the first floor, and a semi-open pavilion with landscaped terrace garden on the top level. The project's innovative approach to space utilization maintains the external structure while reimagining internal spaces through the strategic removal of load-bearing walls to create expansive event areas. Particular attention was paid to service integration, incorporating dedicated service areas and entries, along with a metal staircase that serves both as a service access and emergency exit. The centre has achieved remarkable success with a 90% occupancy rate since its opening, hosting diverse events from intimate birthday celebrations to grand weddings and academic ceremonies, while maintaining environmental sustainability through thoughtful design considerations and efficient space utilization. The project stands as a testament to how architectural innovation can successfully balance commercial interests with community needs in developing urban contexts.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: banquet hall design, community centre architecture, adaptive reuse, sustainable architecture, urban development, event venue design

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/100253

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