DRAFTSY DESIGN / SELECTED WORK / 04
The Diamond
Journey.
From raw form to refined brilliance.
An architectural concept inspired by the transformation of a diamond, exploring space, material, light and experience.
01 / THE IDEA
Architecture as a journey.
The transformation of a diamond from raw stone to polished gem inspires a sequence of architectural experiences.
02 / SITE ANALYSIS
Reading the site.
Surat, Gujarat: zoning, access, surrounding development, ground and water, air quality and sun path.
03 / FORM DEVELOPMENT
From raw stone to architectural form.
Faceted massing, proposed layouts and sightlines shape the developing architectural composition.
04 / RAW ORIGIN
Honest materials.
Retail and restaurant concepts use concrete, strong massing, dim light and hard-edged forms.
05 / DISCOVERY
Light and transition.
Events and museum spaces introduce more glazing, softer edges and greater daylight.
06 / LANDSCAPE
A refined journey.
Pathways and leisure spaces shift from dense vegetation to more ordered and reflective surroundings.
07 / FINAL VISION
The polished destination.
A monumental diamond-inspired hotel concept uses faceted reflective glass to capture its surroundings.
