Gujarat Vandana Museum (GVM)
Kevadiya, Narmada, Gujarat, India
As part of the Sardar Patel Area Development Plan, designed on a 10-acre site, the Gujarat Vandana Museum (GVM) is a world-class museum that celebrates the rich heritage, prosperity, and resilience of the state of Gujarat, with exhibition spaces designed to offer a multi-faceted, multi-level, and immersive environment. Inspired by Gujarat's unique elements, incorporating forms like the spinning wheel (Charkha), Warli tribal art, and the Garba dance, the displays seamlessly blend authentic artifacts, dioramic settings, replicas, and modern interactive media to provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of Gujarat's journey.
Site Area : 10 Acres
Builtup Area : 3,35,780 SF
Services : Feasibility Study,
Programming, Master planning, Building
Design - Architecture, MEPF Engineering,
Interior Design, Exhibit Design, Art &
Exhibit Curation, PMC, Structure
Engineering, Landscape Design,
AV/Acoustics, Lighting Design,
Infrastructure Engineering
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An Ode to a Glorious past, present Triumphs and the Vibrant Culture of Gujarat
Divided into three key galleries, the museum offers an immersive and inspiring journey through Gujarat’s
developmental trajectory. The Gaurav gallery celebrates Gujarat’s monumental stature and storied past, exploring its history, identity, and the dedication of its leaders. The Siddhi gallery delves into Gujarat’s progress and development, highlighting the challenges faced by its leaders and the resilience displayed in overcoming them. Utsah, the vibrant third gallery, celebrates Gujarat’s spirit through its festivals, music, cinema, literature, and performing arts, inviting visitors to experience the optimism and energy that define Gujarat’s growth. Finally, Sangam serves as the concluding space, where Gujarat’s unified identity emerges through a confluence of people, ideas, and cultures, serving as a vantage point where Gujarat’s past, present, and future seamlessly converge.
Colors, Textures, and Innovation mirroring a Timeless Journey
The GVM draws inspiration from the ancient
concept of Samsara, which symbolizes the
eternal cycle of life, to convey the
ever-evolving identity of Gujarat. Samsara
serves as a metaphorical river, guiding
visitors through dynamic, unfolding spaces
that narrate Gujarat’s journey from its source
to its culmination into the sea, weaving
together the state’s past, present, and future,
emphasizing the qualities of resilience,
leadership, and openness that have shaped
its identity.
A vibrant tapestry of colors, textures, and materials mirror Gujarat’s natural beauty, cultural depth, and core values. Visual aids like textile ceiling installations, immersive projections and interactive gaming kiosks, offer an interesting blend of history and innovation. Map installations with projections, suspended video panels, wall mural infographic panels create an enlightening journey, while technology-infused experiences like interactive floors and gaming kiosks, dome projections, challenge and educate. Miniature city models come alive with augmented reality, while audio-visual LED screens offer immersive storytelling. Participatory screens encourage interaction, and viewing galleries provide panoramic perspectives, while decks offer moments of reflection.
Integrating Nature and Sustainability
The landscape strategy focuses on
seamlessly integrating the existing site
features into the museum’s design,
creating a network of formal and
informal interconnected open spaces of
varying scales and character, while
respecting visual connectivity to the
river and the Statue of Unity. Water
channels connect to form a greenway
with nature walking trails, and water
bodies serve as reservoirs for rainwater
collection. An array of native plants and
tree cover fosters biodiversity,
contributing to the site’s overall
environmental sustainability.
Aligning with sustainable design principles, initiatives have been seamlessly integrated into the construction and operation to foster eco-friendliness. The east-west building orientation and smaller footprint, enhance sustainability by optimizing energy
efficiency, preserving natural features, and minimizing environmental impact. Stone cladding on masonry walls, enhances aesthetics and also reduces heat gain, while the limited use of glass, conserves energy.
Solar panels, in the parking areas generate on-site energy, and radiant cooling and a central cooling plant adds to its sustainability quotient. Water recycling systems for flushing and irrigation reduce water demand, while sustainable practices like daylight sensors and solar shading create an environmentally conscious atmosphere, enriching the overall visitor experience within the museum.
"A Glimpse into Gujarat's Legacy, Weaving Sustainability into the Tapestry of History."
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