Access-Two gates, one for entry and the other for exit.

Parking facility for 60 cars.The large number of trees provide shade almost at all
The historic heritage mansion was transformed from a residency into a museum gallery, with a display space times. The Car Park was conveniently placed on the right corner of the plot to
of 1551 sq. m by Architect NARESH NARASIMHAN of Venkataramana Associates. It depicts a visually pleasing avoid obstruction of the building.
metamorphosis from old to new and combines the best of both eras. Parking space provided inside the museum accommodates 60 cars.
The driveway from the gate measures 7.3 metres but as it continues around

ENTRANCE PAVILION &

LOCATION- The site is centrally located in the city and hence very easily accessible from all parts of the city.
The area is very close to MG Road, Cunnigham Road, Golf course Road and Chalukya circle and other prime areas
of Bangalore. Located at 49 Palace Road, Just 2 kms from Vidhana Soudha. Its location attracts a large number
of crowd as it is near to most of the famous places in Bangalore.
ELEVATION- The old building has columns , front porch which can be seen reflected in the new building which
has square columns and a smaller front porch which compliments the old building. it looks as if it is a modern
extension of the old building. care has been taken to see that the new building doesn't stand out and dwarf or
The museum it measures 6m including the walkway.
The large number of trees provide shade almost at all times.
The parking space is insufficient during big events and therefore cars are parked
along the driveway.
The space above the reception designed like a corridor looking into the reception
which also has a storeroom. The two ramps provided for the physically challenged
leading up to the reception area. It houses the information desk, ticketing counter
and a souvenir shop.

PARKING
overpower the old building. The driveway at the entrance pavilion is very narrow and requires extension.

MIRROR POOL
The auditorium is located behind the mirror pool. It occupies a total space measuring 60 by 35 feet
housing 160 seats. It consists of 4 entry/exit points.
The height of the hall is 5m. The auditorium is equipped with a centralised air conditioning unit.
It has a sound room on the rear side.
The flooring is red-oxide where as the stage is wood finished.
Two green rooms have been given which open onto the backside corridors.

AUDITORIUM
Spill out areas are provided on the two sides of the auditorium which extend into the courtyard.
The auditorium is situated close to the storage and electric room.
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The auditorium is frequently used(15-20 times a month) .

However it is not well maintained
the side of the pool has started to
develop cracks through which
water seeps out.
The mirror pool next to the mansion
adds to the aesthetic beauty of the
place.
The maximum capacity of the auditorium being 160 cannot hold large gatherings,
as it is there is only one auditorium for the whole of the museum.
Even though there are windows provided on both sides of the auditorium for light and ventilation,
they are not used as it is covered with curtains at all times.
Initially there were louvers provided in the windows for ventilation, they were later shuttered with wood for
acoustic reasons.
Even the brickwork over the lintel level which had openings were also sealed later
with gypsum and plastered on the exterior surfaces.
The spillover spaces which are provided are not big enough to handle large gatherings as it is only 3m in width
LIGHTING
Windows are north and east facing. Maximum incidence of natural light.
Concept of diffused lighting used in the interiors of main display to avoid
incidence of direct light on painting

FINISH FLOOR
Lamp posts and underground lamps lit up the pathway.

Artificial lighting provided in the gallery is mild yellow lighting which

creates a certain ambience which in comparison to the white lights might
have been more harsh.

The gallery also has an interesting diffused lighting system through clear
storeys.

STAIRCASES
SCULPTURE GARDEN
Fire escape staircase in LOADING DOCK
the entrance pavilion
The garden is located next to the entrance and is
used to display sculptures. Staircase inside the The loading dock on a 4m high plinth.
No seating has been provided in the garden. entrance pavilion The width of the loading dock is 3m.
Display of the sculptures should have been more Height is 2.1m in the form of a shutter.
pronounced and preferably more emphasis should There is no ramp provided at the dock.
be given as people tend to ignore it. The height of the shutter is not inadequate when large items are being
handled.
The service lane which leads to the dock is too narrow (3m) for a vehicle to
turn around.