Additional Finishing Construction work from the month of September

Bronze Ornamentation Samples

Our very creative Manufacturing Process Engineer, Savyasachi Prabhu, wanted to observe the color possibilities of different bronze alloy compositions. The experiment was created to see how the composition colors will look for the ornamentation of the TOVP architecture, coating of the demigod sculptures, and other artistic projects.

The compositions were made in the Glass fiber Reinforced Concrete (GRC) Factory. The alloys tested were nickel-aluminum bronzes.

One alloy formula is that which is used for dental implants and resemble a gold color. The second formula is one that is used for making monetary coins from various countries.

Both samples look great when they are polished. We are very pleased with the results. The first two images are of the samples we created. The image of Sri Hanuman gives us an idea what the bronze formula will look like when applied to our artisan work.

Demigod Sculptures

After a year of dedicated work and co-creativity, we are reaching a great milestone in our Art department. The artists have been creating 8 sculptures of chosen demigods and associates of the Lord.

The demigods that we have sculpted are Lord Brahma, Lord Shiva, Lord Indra, Sri Lakshmi Devi, Manu, and Garuda. Currently we are finishing the last two Vaikuntha associates, Nanda and Sunanda.

Once completed, the sculptures will be placed in Lord Nrsimha’s Dome. The 8 Demigods and the Lord’s associates will fill the circumference on the second gallery level of Lord Nrsimha’s Dome. They are all in the mood of fear and submission because they have never seen Lord Nrsimha this ferocious. They will be facing Lord Nrsimha because they have come to witness His pastimes and offer their humble obeisances.

After this project is completed, the artists will then begin sculpting the Guru parampara that will go on the leftmost altar in the Main Dome.

The First Cornice is Installed

We have reached a new level of work in our external ornamentation of the TOVP. We installed our first decorative cornice. The cornice was installed above a pillar’s capitol.

We are decorating the outside of the temple in a systematic order. We work on one section at a time on one level that goes around the whole temple. Once the pattern is completed, we then move up vertically to the next section. We will do this until the whole outside of the temple is decorated from the top to the bottom.

Thus, the entire outer circumference of the TOVP will be decorated with cornices in a linear fashion. Once this is complete, we will then go up above the cornice to the next level of white marble and sandstone work. On that new level, then the same white marble and sandstone pattern that was applied before will be repeated in the new location.

The TOVP’s New Hoist

Recently we have integrated another new Jaypee Hoist into our construction work. This new hoist can very sufficiently lift workers and an abundance of materials together.

It is assisting us and making our construction quicker and easier. It is creating an easy flow for us to lift up an abundance of materials at anytime constantly, without any stoppages. This new hoist has upgraded our construction logistics, and thus has made TOVP high tech.

Plastering on the TOVP

The beautification of the TOVP is set into full motion now. We are currently plastering all of the TOVP’s outer walls, including the walls under the Domes.

Once this is completed we will then begin the cladding of the white marble.

The workers are using our wonderful new hoist to keep their work simple and safe. Using this hoist is a remarkable alternative for scaffolding and is making our construction smarter, more cost efficient, and is saving us time.

The Chatri Peacock Work Continues

The TOVP has 8 roof top Chatris. Each Chatri will be beautifully ornamented with pillars, cornices, and peacocks. The peacocks have been hand crafted in the Glass fiber Reinforced Concrete (GRC) Factory. Each Chatri will have 12 peacocks installed above the pillars.

The peacock is a symbol of beauty, prosperity, royalty, love, compassion, soul and peace. It is a magnificent bird that displays it’s beautiful plumage for all to see. Its iridescent plumage is remarkable and stunning. Peacocks are pure of heart. They pair with one mate and are loyal and faithful to their partners. To many, they also symbolise eternal love.

Currently, we are decorating our first Chatri with peacocks. This Chatri is located close to Lord Nrsimha’s Dome.

After we finish nicely decorating this Chatri, we will then do the electrical work. All of the pillars will have lights installed, and thus the peacocks will be illuminated to allow their glorious beauty to shine.