Atharva Rajgure

crematorium as a clustered  zen space

What is a space of death? 

The space of death is a connection between the two realms where the soul detaches from the body. The space of death is a symbolic representation of the end of life. According to the ritualistic aspect of different religions, these spaces can be modulated in a hierarchical aspect of segregating spaces. The spaces can be connected to a sense of completeness and incompleteness in one's life. The type of symbols that are broken down formulate different spaces with changing forms. This allows the spaces to create a different experience of emotions, encouraging people to visit the space. 

Starting with the site study for understanding the space of death among diverse religions

Site- Sewri christian cemetery 

Initial site approach with the idea of death: 

Site- Babhai crematorium borivali

Plan

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