War memorial M.I.T.

, Aurangabad

2019

WAR MEMORIAL

Synopsis in subject
Seminar -Thesis Topic (semester –X)

Submitted
For the partial fulfilment of degree

Bachelor of Architecture.

Submitted by

Miss. Saloni Khandelwal

Guided by

Prof. Swapna Dhawle

Submitted to

Department of Architecture
MARATHWADA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY(E), AURANGABAD
DR. BABASAHEB AMBEDKAR MARATHWADA UNIVERSITY, AURANGABAD.

1
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad

CONTENTS:

Page nos.

1. Project (WAR MEMORIAL)

1.1 Preamble

1.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 3

1.1.2 Aim………………………………………………………………………………. 4

1.1.3 Objectives……………………………………………………………………... 4

1.1.4 Scope and Limitations……………………………………………………… 5

1.1.5 Requirements of project…………………………………………………….. 5

1.1.6 Case studies ……………………………………………………………………. 6

2
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad

1.1.1 INTRODUCTION

The word “memorial” is an object or element which serves as a focus for memory of
something, usually a person or an event. Popular forms of memorials include art
elements like sculptures, statues, fountains, parks. The purpose of memorials is to
make the people aware about a specific event or person, its importance or a
remarkable work done that has brought a change in the society. The memorial gives
in depth information about the event or the person, it is dedicated to. A memorial
dedicated for a personality help to spread ideologies and beliefs of the person.
Memorial architecture and art works, has the ability to transform words and thoughts,
capture emotions and preserving memories into a tangible and buildable forms.
Memory begins where history ends. Memory has a fundamental role both in
transformation and in preservation of cultural manifestation.
The memorial is envisaged as a structure & space depicting the solemnity of the
purpose. As a tribute to brave, it would combine architectural aesthetics and public
sentiments and serve as a place for people to show their respect for the militants and
their extraordinary efforts to protect the nation.
The memorial architecture is a unique building type, different from the usual exhibition
building. Although sometimes it has the functions of reserve and display, more
important functions of it are realizing the memorial value, passing the historical
information, and giving a place for people to visit and ponder on the past. The people’s
psychological requirements will be immensely satisfied with memorial behaviour.
History of memorials dates back to the 2700 BC when the Pyramids of Giza were
constructed for the Pharaohs. These pyramids show the wealth and strength they
possessed during their rule. Later on, memorials or graves were constructed for the
Kings by their descendants. Graves constructed in the form of pyramid with steps to
reach at the top which can be stated as memorial can be found in Maya civilisation
also. Many tombs with the life carved on the walls of tombs can be found in the history.
In recent times, memorials are usually dedicated to some personality who has done
remarkable work, to remember an event or series of events which has great impact on
the present condition or to the soldier who died in the war. The memorials dedicated
to the personality or any event usually have a museum which displays the important
phenomenon. The war memorials generally have the names of all the soldiers who
died in a particular war carved out in stone. Such memorials remind people of great
sacrifice of the country.
Memorial architecture’s theme is clear and stronger than any other types of building,
bringing visitors scheduled feeling is the key of design. The creation of build form with
functional open spaces with respect to the surrounding to glorify the manifestation of
the era and preserves the events. It should be the place where we don’t mourn the
death but celebrate the life of the militants.

3
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad

India, what we see today, a free nation is because of Pacifists and Militants who fought
for our independence during the British rule. Pacifist were the one who did not believe
in the violence rather preferred the other way to get what they want while the Militants
believed that war is the way to get what we want. These two contradicting group of
people has equal contribution for our independence.
We all love the idea of a tragic hero, the one who is soulfully misunderstood in his
undying efforts to help the people and change their fate. The one who secretly saves
the world but never gets recognised for his efforts. After all, not all superheroes wore
caps. This project is about creating a memorial of India’s greatest tragic hero which
will display their work, struggle and important moments in life through various models,
photographs and audio visual techniques. It will also be a centre of public awareness.
With the continuous development of society, the creation of the memorial architecture
shall not be confined to the traditional mode, but should adapt to the modern's
aesthetic requirements and cultural cognition. The memorial will display the things
used by soldiers during his lifetime. It will also be a centre of public awareness.

1.1.2 NEED FOR THE PROJECT.

India has more than 90 memorials which are dedicated to various personalities who
have done remarkable work in a particular field. Out of 90 memorials about 40
memorials are depicted to the personalities of political importance which includes
freedom fighters, politician and prime ministers.
The need for this project is to personified the pride in a built form and to pay the tribute
to the militants for their brave efforts who sacrifice their lives for the nation. Emotion is
the people’s psychological response to objective reality, reflecting some relationship
with the objective reality and the subjective people. Because the memorial architecture
must have strong artistic appeal to influence the visitor’s emotions to realize the role
of education reform, so the emotional expression of the memorial is to be magnificent
in terms of space layout and architecture.

1.1.3 AIM.
To design a war memorial as an architectural input to define, promote and glorify the
aesthetics of remembrance and to make the structure live.

1.1.4 OBJECTIVES.
1. To study object and shape to define human pattern in terms of internal and
external spaces to make the structure live.
2. To study various materials, colours, textures, landscape patterns to create
the feel of space.

4
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad

3. To design the structure incorporating the emotions of people in built form.

4. To create a gathering space for people on large scale.
5. To provide the city with a dynamic space that blends into the progressive
culture catering temporary needs for infrastructures for various expositions.

1.1.5 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS.

The memorial shall function as a self-sufficient entity to Understand the
remembrance of militants in built form. It shall be a campus consisting of various
transitional spaces and built structures with all their textures and meanings as a
whole. The structure will serve as a combined memorial and museum for all the three
forces (armed, naval and air forces).

1.1.6 REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROJECT.

 Administrative block
 Museum
 Exhibition arena
 Auditorium
 Cafeteria
 Motion theater
 Library
 Information center
 Open air theater
 Recreational zone

1.1.7 CASE STUDY.

 JANG-E-AZADI MEMORIAL, KARTARPUR, PUNJAB.

The sprawling 25-acre campus of the memorial-cum-museum is very prominently located

on the Jalandhar-Amritsar stretch of National Highway-1 at Kartarpur. The campus consist
of auditorium, library, research & seminar halls, movie hall & open air theater. The memorial
is a perfect blend of built forms and open spaces including different material and textures
which gives an architectural importance to the structure.

5
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad

 IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM, LONDON.

The museum’s collection includes archives of personal and official document,

photographs, video material, films, oral history recordings and extensive library, art
collection and examples of military vehicles and aircrafts, equipments and other
artifacts.

1.1.8 REFERENCES.
https://worldarchitecture.org/architecture-
news/ephfh/raj_rewaldesigned_jangeazadi_memorial_at_kartarpur_in_punjab_attracts_massive_
footfall.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imperial_War_Museum

https://www.vmzinc.in/indian-project/public-building/public-building-2.html

https://www.google.com/search?q=war+memorial+in+jaisalmer&rlz=1C1JZAP_enIN835IN846&sxs
rf=ACYBGNQxprMnT_bSTGyQQOsOF2i8IZYCqQ:1574096565455&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&v
ed=0ahUKEwiO24DVnvTlAhUVA3IKHZGsBZwQ_AUIEygC&biw=1151&bih=510

6
War memorial M.I.T., Aurangabad