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A R C H I T EC T U R E

P L A N N IN G

U R B A N D ES IG N

I N T E R IO R A R C H I T E C T U R E

G R A P H IC D ES I G N

501, Omprakash Arcade, Near Ambedkar Garden, Chembur, Mumbai - 400071 INDIATel +91 22 25204393 Fax +91 22 25204397

[email protected] www.eraarchitects.net

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Since 1999, Era Architects has worked closely withclients to provide Architecture and Interior spaces, thatintegrate rigorous aesthetics, appropriate technology,and cultural and environmental sensitivity. Our designreputation is based on modern, rational, economic andsustainable solutions. Our work responds to the clientsand the community's needs, while reflecting the largerculture

.The office is located in Central Mumbai and has a staffof twenty. In-house capabilities include masterplanning, urban design, full-service architectural,interior design, space planning and graphic design. Weoffer our client's integrated design solutions, balancinga keen sense of aesthetics, technical knowhow and anunderstanding of how people use and experienceexterior and interior space. We are committed to strong

working relationships to clients and colleagues basedon trust and cultural respect, understanding that everyclient is unique and the design should address thisindividuality. We maintain a hands on involvement witheach project through all phases.

This commitment has lead to our firms success withrepeat clients. Era Architects has completed projects inIndia, China, Philippines, Oman, Bangladesh andKenya.

Firm Profile

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Eranna Yekbote

B. Arch. University of Mumbai, India 1998. COA. IIA. IIID. Member of Indian Green Building Council.

Eranna Yekbote is the founder of the firm. He commenced his own practice in 1999.Earlier he was employed for two years with T. Kharghat and associates, Mumbai. Wherehe successfully handled various projects and was involved in designing, planning,

drawings and execution of projects.

Eranna Yekbote is the Proprietor and Chief architect of Era Architects, the company hasgrown over the past one decade and is responsible a striking wide range of work fromurban design to exhibit design. The firm has grown with 20 personals today and hasproject around the world, namely in India, China, Philippines, Oman, Bangladesh andKenya.

Eranna Yekbote is always ready to share his experience and knowledge; he has visitedas guest lecturer at Pillais College of Architecture and has presented paper in ChennaiTAAL Forum on cinema design.

Eranna Yekbote has received numerous awards and recognition for his contribution toarchitecture and interior design. Won award for Best Stall Design for Bisazza in Interiordesign show at Worli, Mumbai, in 2007

Eranna Yekbote is responsible for concept design for most of the firms projects andreviews all the designs produces by the firm. He has over seen the designs of projects inIndia, China, Philippines, Oman, Bangladesh and Kenya.

Vikas JainB. Arch. University of Mumbai, India 2002. COA

Vikas Jain joined Era Architects in year 2002, Earlier he was working for Structwell

engineers as a trainee architect.

Vikas Jain has a depth of experience across broad range of projects and stages frominception to completion. This is demonstrated in number of prestigious projects whichhe has dedicated at least 8 years. Vikas Jain Key projects namely PVR Cinemas atPhoenix Mills, PVR Cinemas at Goregaon, and cinemas at Dhaka, Bangladesh, BigCinemas at Ghatkopar and art gallery in south Mumbai.

Vikas Jain was made associate of the practice in the year 2006

Vikas Jain has recently developed his expertise in Cinemas, Shopping Malls, Retail,Film Studio, and Hospitality.

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Shopping Malls & Retail

Era Architects designs from a big shopping mall to a small retail outlet, thedesign process is based on the clear understanding of the needs of theconsumer and retailer. Our designs are create a ethos between places,

buildings provide an aesthetic inspiration and make a commercial andenvironmental sense. Our designs also create a landmark projects.

Exhibit Designs

Era Architects designs exhibit spaces from convention stall designs tokiosks with the same process of any other environment. It is imperative thatwe understand the goals of our client and successfully translate them into a

creative and memorable experience. Our attention to detail is a crucialcomponent of success of our exhibits.

Interior Design

Era Architects undertake majority of interior designs of our own architectural

projects, and often we are appointed on specific interior design project. Ourdesigns are bold and out come of a responsive design brief. Creating a userfriendly environment and a unique interior space .

Parks and landscapes

Era Architects design parks, play areas, with interactive elements where

childrens and families are drawn into the space full of amenities provide amemorable experience. With the use of local and environment friendlymaterials.

Graphics

Era Architects design from signages for a township to graphic of a business

card, we design to define identities for public spaces, retail spaces, withclear compelling graphics that relate the user to the usable form. Creating along lasting sense of place.

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Master Planning

Era Architects designs from planning a large settlement of IndustrialTownship to design of small pathway. We design keeping in mind the newsustainable environment. We design keeping in mind the existing

parameters, use of local materials and build forms and to greatenvironmental sense.

Work Place

Era Architects design as a place where you feel comfortable, motivated andinspired. A very will designed work environment enhances the productivity ofthe persons and able to contribute more. Our success is more in this sector

to understand the environment and design environment friendly spaces.

Residential

Era Architects design range from a high rise apartment to an individual villa,the designs are made to reduce the common area and increase the carpetarea of the apartment. Our designs improve the quality, standard of living,exceptional living space that resonate with sense of community, comfortsecurity and style.

Entertainment

Era Architects design from film studios to multiplex cinemas. Era Architectshave designed of far 200 plus screens across the world. We have createdmany signature destination projects for various cinema operators; also we

have designed a performance theatres and auditoriums for schools,colleges and corporate bodies.

Hotels and Hospitality

Era Architects designs from a Major Hotel development to design of smallclub house. We understand the customer experience and hotel services to

minimize spaces and maximize the experience. We design high qualityfunctional spaces from large banquet to a detail guest room design.

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Our Expertise

Era Architects since 1999 we have established a reputation in designing anddelivering commercially successful, Innovative, creative projects in various fields

across various countries.

Era Architects aim is to innovate create and successful deliver projects across theworld.

Member of Indian Green Building Council

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PVR CINEMAS AT PHEONIX MILLLower Parel, Mumbai, INDIA. 2003-2008

Interior Architecture

Indias most premium multiplex, located in

South Mumbai. This seven screen cinema hasa approximately 2000 seats.

Four screens are laid on the lower level and

three screens are on the upper level both the

lobbies are connected with a unique ribbon like

transition element enveloping the escalators.

The bold interior forms, use of colors, innovative

materials and lighting give this project a distinct,

rich and a great cinematic experience.

Interior concept design by J + W Prague.

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The ceiling is design as dripping dropletsof water and some of these droplets extendout to form a light

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PVR CINEMAS at Oberoi MallGoregaon-Mumbai, INDIA. 2003-2008


A six screen cinema located in OberoiMall, is a new generation destination.Designed with a specious lobby withpockets of lounges on the periphery.

The main concession counter is located inthe center servicing the patrons from bothsides of the lobby.

At the entry is a media wall tailoring thefourth coming movies.

Cinema area is designed in 60,000 sq.ft.

of space.

Interior concept is designed by J + W

Prague.

'Crush Paper' Concept

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PVR TALKIESLatur, INDIA. 2004-2006

Building ServicesInterior Architecture

Graphic Design

Pilot project of PVR Talkies a budget brand

from PVR Cinemas.

It's a three screen project with speciouscentral lobby designed with a checker pattern.

The lobby has been designed with a colorspectrum from yellow to red.

The cinema has been designed with localavailable materials.

The total cinema area is about 45,000 sq.ft.

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PVR TALKIESAurangabad, INDIA. 2004 - 2006


Era Architects is a firm ofover15 professionals basedout of Mumbai.The firm comprises of Mr.Eranna Yekbote asthe chief architect and isresponsible for differentaspects of the firm'spractice,including design &planning,

business development,administration& finance, technicalservices and qualitymanagement.The firm currently has three associates and theyare responsible fordesign &planning, technicalservices, coordination,project programming

and constructiondocuments.

thNow in its 10 year,Era Architects has servedmost of themajor cities of India andother countries like Oman,China,Philippines, Bangladesh

A pilot project of PVR Talkies a budgetbrand from PVR Cinemas.

It's a three screen project with speciouscentral lobby designed with a tilted curvewhich gives a dramatic feel. Developed inaround 45,000 Sq.ft.

The niches have been painted in red colorto give depth.

The lobby has been designed with a colorspectrum from yellow to red.

The cinema has been designed with localavailable materials.

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RDB BOULEVARDSalt Lake, Kolkata, INDIA. 2006

A multi user development has commercialspaces on lower level banquet and food

court.

The cinema is located on third and fourth

levels and their IT offices on upper level

The building design has two sides glass

elements joined by a lace.

Interior ArchitectureArchitectural Design

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FAME BIG CINEMASMumbai, INDIA. 2000-2002


Located in the posh suburb of Mumbai,

a five screen complex has a common

lobby.

All the five screen are laid down on onelevel.

The concession counter is designed toinvite the patrons from all the screenswith its warmth.

The niches under the screens hasvarious activities like video games,kiosk, seating.

The total area of the cinema is55,000sq. ft.

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Entry to the toilet is a vestibules which

gives a sense of transition space and

then there is a spilt to go to gents and

ladies toilets.

The gents wash room has a wash basin

locates in the center to accommodate

the maximum use of space.

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BIG CINEMASAmeerpeth, Hyderabad. 2004-2007


A four screen cinemas, located in the busy and

populated business center of Hyderabad.

The lobby is big and huge. The entrance is a RED

carpet which envelopes on the food counter,

ceilings and walls. Creating an interesting ribbon

like space in the lobby.

The food counter is centrally located with kiosks

on either side.

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89 CINEMAS

Salt Lake, Kolkata, INDIA. 2006


A four screen multiplex cinemas, with two

screens on each level.

Each floor has been designed in a color,

and given a vibrant effect of the bands.

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STAR CINEPLEXDhaka, BANGLADESH. 2004Architectural Design


Graphic Design

Located in the heart of Dhaka in the busyshopping mall of Bashundhara City.

The three screen multi cinema are locatedon the upper level.

The skin of cinema is design with purpleand blue.

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COUNTRY INN & SUITESBilaspur, INDIA. 2009 - ONGOING

Architectural DesignBuilding ServicesGraphic Design

A business hotel of 86 keys consist of luxury

suites and executive rooms. The main entryis double height has a large banquet facilityon the ground level, podium level and onterrace level.The building is designed with slopping roofsgiving it a exclusive country look.The ground level also has a specialityRestaurant and all day restaurant.The lower level consist of disco & pub.

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CHIROMO ROAD HOTELInterior ArchitectureNairobi, KENYA 2009

The five star hotel in down town Nairobi,we have designed the guest rooms andsuites with Tuscan designs with wood.

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MOMBASA ROAD HOTELNairobi, KENYA 2009


A Business hotel close to theinternational airport on Nairobi,over looking the national park

with 60 key hotel.

The lobby provides a place forthe guest to unwind. The corridors

and the rooms are designed with an

African theme and flavor.

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The guest rooms at Mombasa hotel have a

spectacular water front with a jetty docking station.

The hotel offers an outdoor dining, swimming

pool, roof top dining and health club facilities.

OUTRIGGER HOTELMombasa, KENYA 2009


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BILASPUR HOTELBilaspur, INDIA 2009

Interior ArchitectureArchitectural Design

A four star 82 key hotel offers full servicebanquet facilities. With a terrace garden,

swimming pool and club house.

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YOUNG MANAGERS ACCOMODATIONAditya Birla Group, Khor, INDIA. 2006-2009

Architectural Design


Environmental design with a minimalist

approach.

Openness in structure with flexible spaces.

Lush green courtyards with natural habitat.

Inviting common lobby space. Transit

room for visitors.

Flexible dinning and party hall opening in to

green yard.

Recreational space opening in to greenyard & garden spaces.

Industrial kitchen. Terrace garden

overlooking green yards.

Cozy single room layout with attached

balcony & toilets.

Common facilities like seating lounge,

toilet, pantry, storage, washing room &

drying room with Ironing table on each floor.

Ladies rooms on alternate floors.

Care taker accommodation.

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ADITYA BIRLA, APARTMENTINDIA, 2009Architectural Design

Urban Design

Interior ArchitectureGraphic Design

Environmental design with a minimalistapproach.

Openness in structure with flexible spaces.Lush green courtyards with natural habitat

Comprehensive development of housingneighborhood. The buildings are configuredas a cluster linked with internal pedestriancorridor and with a road on the outside.

The buildings are given a unique boldcharacter which gives the progressive,futuristic and daring attitude..

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KONARK PARKLandscape Design

Khor 2009

The childrens play areas, interactive elements, and

family entertainment components present in a wide

variety of our project add a sense of whimsy and

playful engagement, drawing children and families into

the spaces and providing not only fun amenities, but a

memorable experience. Whether they are discreet

zones or stand alone feature that appears within the

context of the larger designed space these playful

spaces blend seamlessly and echo themes found

through the rest of the project.

Kids, family and friends feature can be elaborated

with programmed events, activities, performers and a

lively carnival atmosphere or be a simple and innovative

and interactive ground graphics, a leopard paw or a

simple dice. These are the areas that create a lasting

impression.

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CITY MALL 36Raipur, INDIA. 2003-2008


Graphic Design

A mixed use commercial development consists of

300000 sq.ft. of total build up area.

Consists of one level of underground parking and

five above ground level designed for retail spaces,

a hypermarket, anchor stores, a multiplex cinemas

and a food court.

With its strategic position, a wide offering and design

that respects the flow of its patrons. The interior is

designed as a free flowing lines and colored patterns

evolving a graphing pattern. On each level we have a

balcony in the corridor which gives a pause.

Atrium is designed with receding shopping corridors

to achieve good visibility.

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CITY MALL 36Bilaspur, INDIA. 2009 - ONGOING



Graphic Design

A mixed use commercial development

consists of 400000 sq.ft. of total build up areaconsists of two level of underground parkingand three level of shopping, entertainment,food court and mult iplex c inemas

This also consist of a business hotel of 86keys with restaurants, banquets and poolfacilities.

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Capital store designed as a home of theworlds most celebrated beauty brands, witha luminous new look and a powerful newapproach to cosmetic retailing.The store is designed for cosmetic beautyadvisors to interact with a brands make upstations and displays the customersexperiences the products through touch,smell and sampling.

The store is designed with stunningcombination of white, black combine zebralike pattern is an uncluttered boutique likesetting.

Located in the heart of a busy commercial

district of Muscat.

The store houses 150 international brandsin floor plate area of 12,000sq.ft.

This is unique achievement in its own.

Qurum, Muscat, OMAN. 2008CAPITAL STORE

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The flooring pattern is with combination

of white and black gives the store a

unique and stunning look.

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SOHAR PLAZASohar, OMAN. 2007 - 2009

Architectural DesignInterior Architecture

Situated in the prosperous town of Sohar,

midway between Muscat and Dubai highway.

The exterior of a building has a tilted slopegiving it a very dynamic form.

The scheme has been design with retail and

four screen cinemas on the ground floor.

The upper floor has restaurant and food court

The total development is about 1,00,000 sq.ft.

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Capital Store, a luxury retail

store, house for some of the

best gift and perfume brands

in the world.

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AL WAFI PALZASur, OMAN. 2006


A stand alone cinema project in the townof Sur, OMAN.

The two screen are located back to backwith one single projection room.

The elevation has been designed with local

materials and traditional elements.

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AL QURUM PALZAMuscat, OMAN. 2007


A mix used development with combination of leisure and offices.

The site is located at the busy commercial area of Muscat.

Consist of ground and three upper levels.

Cinemas are planned on two levels with three screens on ground

level and two screens on upper levels.

The offices are on one side with their own set of lifts and

Staircase.

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SIMBA COLT, FUSO SHOWROOMNairobi, KENYA, 2008

Architectural DesignInterior ArchitectureGraphic Design

To house the trucks display and corporateoffice.

The use of glass and snake skin grid

makes it look distinctive and creates a

great presence on the busy highway.

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R MALLThane, INDIA. 2007 - 09


The value shopping mall on Ghodbandar

road, Thane.

This commercial development is of

4,15,000 sq.ft. with hypermarket on the

lower level, retail on ground floor and first

floor, home store, restaurants and food

court on upper level.

The retail outlets are facing atrium which

has natural light across all levels.

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BISAZZAExhibit Design, Mumbai, INDIA. 2006

Exhibit Design

Exhibit design for the premium mosaic tile

BISAZZA.

The stall has access from both side and the

design wall was like a ribbon inviting with

Red carpeted tile to patrons from both sides.

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OFFICE BUILDINGGrant Road - Mumbai, INDIA. 2007

Located in down town, prime area of southMumbai.

Office building 12 storey sculpted signatureoffice tower is the dominant architecturalfeature.

The office building is given a unique boldcharacter which gives the progressive,futurist and daring attitude..

A flexible multi-tenant office buildingproviding very efficient floor plates and highlevel of convenience. Each floor can be sublet to many tenants or combined to form alarge format layout

There are two levels of undergroundbasement with multilevel car parking.

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OFFICE BUILDINGUDAIPUR, INDIA. 2008


Office building is a sculpted and signature

structure. The building has ground andseven levels of multi tenet office space

providing very efficient floor plates which

can be combined into multi offices or

merged into one single large office space.

There are two levels of under ground

parking.

Form based design has a slopping sharp

edges and horizontal slit windows gives the

structure a unique identity.

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The entry, canopy, landscape and the main

structure all form as one bold design

element.

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