Continuum 2021-2022 - A YearBook by COA-SVIT VASAD

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YEAR BOOK

ZEST-O-PUS

College of Architecture- COA- SVIT, Vasad

STRENGTH & VISION OF COLLEGE

SVIT’s STENGHTH

College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad, established in the beginning of the millennium 2000 by the New English School Trust (NEST) was initially affiliated to Gujarat University, Ahmedabad which later in 2016 was affiliated to Sardar Patel University, vallabh Vidyanagar. SVIT offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses to various disciplines under Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, MCA and Vocational, aiming to provide students with a multi-disciplinary exposure. “Beauty perishes in life but is immortal in art” as quoted by Leonardo da Vinci and Le Corbusier said,”Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.” In the realm of architecture, one finds passion, creativity, logic, reasoning and planning which meet the concepts of design, stability, development and construction. We at COA, SVIT seek to bring Leonardo’s art to Corbusier’s structures. The very enthusiastic management team functions as a strong backbone consistently thriving by supporting, guiding and helping this SVIT family to ensure smooth functioning of the institute. As it is very well understood that the world is continuously in process of change and development and staying updated is the only way to survive, it is ensured here that our students, faculties and staff are offered programs that enhance knowledge by putting them in the vast sea of current affairs regarding their course. Mediums like sketching, measure drawing, Model making etc. along with soft mediums are brought to light to the students as they undergo multiple juries, debates, quizzes until they get to final semester which is of utmost importance in shaping them for the world outside. Every semester is based on an RSP i.e Relative Study Programme which is conducted both nationally and internationally. Various cells like Research, Consultancy, International, Placement, Publication, Sports, Digital, Seminars and Webinars, Women Development initiative are also managed that shape the framework of course. To keep enthusiasm at its peak always, the student body and the faculty team is classified under four houses that compete and the winning house is declared on the basis of highest points scored. This maintains a healthy competition. Other co-curricular activities like construction site visits, sports, cultural programmes, seminars and competitions are a part of opportunities provided too.

VISION & PERSPECTIVE

We proudly declare that Sardar Vallabhbhai Institute of Technology now broadens its vision and resources into betterment of our students by opening the doors to the new and vibrant campus life. Lying in the periphery of our mother campus, we welcome all to the new building built for prerogative of architecture students allowing them to healthier environment, access to the wider range of books in the library, and tastier platter in the canteen, sanitized washrooms, greater exhibition halls, auditorium and a larger space for the students and faculties to express themselves. We believe our soaring spirits are to soar higher here.

2022

THE ANNUAL FEST

We live in a world of manifest phenomena. Yet, ever since the beginning of time, man has intuitively sensed the existence of another world: a non-manifest world whose presence underlies – and makes endurable -the one we experience every day. College of Architecture, SVIT, has been contributing innovative approaches to develop successful architects in all areas. This year Zest-O-Pus focused on the mere being of continuance, the legacy that still follows connecting the dimensions with points of achievements, the VASTAVIKTA. This progression was assisted through different layers of expressions concerning seminars and workshops in concern to broaden and flourish the spectrum of imaginative powers with other ways to think and feel about today’s reality-reshaping the society as a whole and hence helping students to develop their social skills and abilities; competitions to step out of one’s day to day actuality and test new concepts and ideas. The main intention behind this was to showcase the reality of the present connecting to the past, paving the way to the future. This annual magazine is a symbolic compilation of the tireless efforts of the students and our faculties and the cohesion of academics and co-curricular activities during this whole journey of ZEST-O-PUS 2022. I congratulate the faculties who have guided students in all their endeavors, parents who have constantly supported us through it, and the entire team of magazines for doing such an appreciative task.

THE ANNUAL FEST

ZEST- O- PUS |

OM GOLANIYA

Prof. SAILESH NAIR

CHAIRMAN New English School Trust- SVIT, Vasad

PRINCIPAL College of Architecture- SVIT, Vasad

With the urge to dive into the realms of ideas and innovation our young students have embarked upon this, wherein our role is to nurture them like crops with the best of fertilizers and manure to reap excellent fruits. The youth of today are the torch-bearers of tomorrow. It is our responsibility to provide our utmost support to the endeavors of these individuals so that they can make everyone proud in the time to come. Our objectives revolve around grooming the students to achieve excellence in all domains of technical education, research, and innovation. We envision the future to be a harmonious balance of education as well as humanitarian values which will lead them towards success. Legends are not made in a day; it takes time and perseverance to create one. In the process, we stand like a rock, guiding and providing to the best of our abilities while our students are chiseled and sculpted to perfection by awonderful team of mentors. We strive to bestow them with a platform to evolve themselves as individuals and broaden their horizons while providing them with a holistic and refined atmosphere for their overall growth. In order to assist them, we have collectively initiated the construction of a new college campus which is on the verge of completion. Filled with zeal and enthusiasm, these young minds will soon stand amidst the serene greens, cutting-edge infrastructure, tech-savvy classrooms, well-equipped studios, and an interactive cafeteria for encouraging students’ complete development. The management has conceived a goal and is committed to providing the best of the best for the students to be connected with the campus for which the upcoming milestone on the journey is to develop a campus hostel facility. It is a matter of pride for me as I pen down this note for the college’s annual issue. The zeal and the high spirits of the team involved are also very appreciable and I heartily congratulate them on their success.

College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad was established by the New English School Trust (NEST), Vasad in 2000. College of Architecture is approved by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi. Initially, it was affiliated with Gujarat University, Ahmedabad and from 2016 it is affiliated with Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar. It is one of the reputed Architecture colleges in the state known for its high quality of pedagogy. It gives me immense pleasure to be a part of our Annual Festival Zest-opus 2022. The theme was Vastavikta - An Inseparable Truth. This itself gives a sense of today’s cruel reality and exploitation of resources that we do. Borrowing the techniques of the past, and implementing them in the present to make our future better is the target to achieve. All the activities were well coordinated from the invites to the exhibition, seminars, workshop, campus decorations, making awards, felicitation, and cultural evening. The enthusiasm of the students in all the activities was very overwhelming. The spirit of working together as a whole team has inculcated professionalism and entrepreneurship which is necessary for life. Till now we were sharing the premises with the engineering college. The Management decided to make a separate building architecture and its allied field on the same campus. The building is been designed with full independent resources and facilities, accommodating diplomas, degrees, interior design, and masters. Architectural education is meaningful in the 21st century because the process of learning to design involves complex problem solving, critical thinking, and visualization. These skills can help society address important social, cultural, and environmental challenges. At its core, architecture is a mix of art, science, social science, anthropology, history, theory, engineering, business, poetry, mathematics, and philosophy. Architecture is interdisciplinary thinking and practice. We want to shape future design leaders.I am sure that with this spirit, cooperation, and enthusiasm, we as a team will defiantly take the college of Architecture to a new height in the years to come.

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

CHAIRMAN’S DESK

Mr. RONAK PATEL

FESTIVAL CONVENER- ZEST- O- PUS, 2022

PRESIDENT- SVIT ARCHITECTS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (SAAA)

SAAA PRESIDENT’S NOTE

Asst. Prof. TAHA PADRAWALA

CONVENER’S NOTE

Asst. Prof. SHAILESH PATEL

We live in a world of manifest phenomena. Yet, ever since the beginning of time, man has intuitively sensed the existence of another world: a non-manifest world whose presence underlies – and is endurable which we experience every day. College of Architecture, SVIT, has been contributing innovative approaches to develop successful architects in all areas. This year, Zest-O-Pus focused on the mere being of continuance, the legacy that still follows, connecting the dimensions with the points of achievements, the VASTAVIKTA. This progression is assisted through different layers of expressions concerning seminars and workshops to broaden and flourish the spectrum of imaginative powers with other ways to think and feel about today’s reality; reshaping the society as a whole and hence helping students to develop their social skills and abilities; competitions to step out of one’s day to day actuality and test new concepts and ideas. The main intention behind this was to showcase the reality of the present by connecting to the past and paving the way to the future.

This annual magazine is a symbolic compilation of the tireless efforts of the students and our faculties and the cohesion of academics and co-curricular activities during this whole journey of ZEST-O-PUS 2022. I congratulate the faculties who have guided students in all their endeavours, parents who have constantly supported us through and through, and last but not least, the entire team of the magazine for their appreciable dedication and perseverance.

The SAAA Alumni Association is growing with intentions of selfless for the architectural education system continuously keeping vision for better tomorrow. Our constant efforts of growing are to introduce the professional word opportunities and challenges to the students and aspire them for a good future waiting for them. This orientation and training program providing the platform as a bridge between students and alumni for career guidance and social connectivity. The SVIT alumni is a collective association of COA, SVIT, Vasad. The association is involved with academic and professional exposure, that can be the assets for running students to frame their directions in the field of architecture or other potential professional opportunities. This Programme, SVIT Architects Alumni Association, sets a benchmark for students and trail of SVITians for goal achievements in realistic world.

Asst. Prof. ROHINI KACHROO

THE MEANING “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo da Vinci Architecture has always been a product of the past collection, present organization, and progression as the approach to the future. A journey is usually defined as the attributes and character of the ideas interpretations. We define the roots of architecture education learning to be strong enough to hold the tree above like progressing into timelessness. Continuum ideology is being imbibed into SVIT College of architecture learning as a vision for its legacy.

India is a land that has given prominence to Sanskriti and dharma since time immemorial. From the ancient Sanskrit texts to the temple engravings, one can understand the very values for which the nation stands for. यचितचिA stable mind produces eloquent speech, which results in proper and appropriate actions. At the College of Architecture, SVIT Vasad, these qualities are of major significance. For us, Architecture is not simply designing houses, rather it is a spiritual journey where work involves both skill and emotions. While the past couple of years has been darkened by the pandemic, Creativity has been the silver lining for many, whether in the field of art, craft, music, dance, or even architecture. Our festival Zest’O’Pus 2022 and annual magazine Continuum’22 are an ode to those talented individuals.Continuum’22 is a venture into the evergreen imagination of the students’ minds. The magazine takes you through the journey of thoughts, achievements, hard work, aggression, efforts, dedication, fun, excitement, enjoyment, compassion, perseverance, and the list goes on, something which cannot be expressed through words. I would like to thank all my editorial team members, students, and faculties for helping me pull this through. I profusely thank the management for giving support and encouragement and a free hand in this endeavor. I would like to place on record our gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the Principal College of Architecture, SVIT, for making this effort a success. I express my considerable appreciation to all the authors of the articles and students who have shared their works for the magazine. These contributions have required a generous amount of phase and effort. It is this enthusiasm to share knowledge, concerns, and special perceptions with fellow beings that have made this magazine possible. The team hopes to build on this ethos of Continuum through the years to come. Sail through the seas of literature, to reach the shores of wisdom.

EDITORIAL

CONTINUUM

MAGAZINE EDITOR

Asst. Prof. JAISHREE MISHRA MAGAZINE EDITOR

FORAM PANDYA Welcome to the Continuum, the year book of college of architecture. The first edition of our college magazine ‘Continuum’ was launched during the 2019-2020. As part of this team it gives me great pleasure to bring next edition of Continuum of year 2021-2022. The magazine team once again took steps towards setting our college as an example through out the year and making a favourable outcome. Special thanks to our Principal Pro. Shailesh Nair sir for welcoming us warmly and putting faith in us as we’re a new student team.

EDITORIAL - THE INSIDE

SHREYA SHEVADE Continuum is COA, SVIT’s heirloom and it elates me to be a part of this tradition started in ‘19-20. As I see it, the editorial team is devout, striving hard maintaining an equilibrium between the professional and personal life and running this along. To work with such devoted members triggers immense motivation in me, I am greatful to Prof. Jaishree Mishra for seeing my capabilities, Prof. Rohini Kachroo for believeing in me, the team-mates for trusting me and co-operating thoroughly and our respected Principal, Mr Shailesh Nair for starting an year book for my fellow acquaintances to showcase and flaunt their indefinite

EDITORIAL

DHAVAL ZALERA As a part of Annual Magazine ‘Continuum’ editorial team, I feel pride flowing down my veins. After a series of restless days with no time to stop, we finally could conclude the magazine but it still doesn’t feel complete. I am directly implying that we may fall short of words to appreciate 1these highly talented people, we may fall short of pages to compliment their efforts, we may run out of pictures but SVIT will never run out of a reservoir of star potential. It is an honour to walk and breathe amongst them. I thank all the members of editorial team for co-operating with me.

Continuum an SVITian tradition, I'd like to phrase it as poetry. Ask me why? Just like an old poetry that flows down the generations that has deep rooted, heartfelt messages in corners, Continuum hides the same emotions behind every turned page on this magazine. The day I became a part of the publication team, I blended with this annual magazine in all aspects of academics. Reading Continuum is sailing through the process and continuous, comprehensive learning. Furthermore this magazine is handled as a medium that bridges the past, present and future coated with thickest paint of culture. A rounded compilation of passion, skills, musings, hostility, journeys and psychic explanations to derived ideas and concepts of design. We also run down thememory lane from various events and RSPs before we reach the edge of the last page. To brag would be an understatement as it fills me with great delight to pronounce myself a colleague of the hardworking faculty team and the budding young talents. I am infinitely grateful to the authorities for providing me with this chance of showcasing architectural educational learning.

OM GOLANIYA My journey so far has been quite an adventurous one. I was just another average person loitering around and before this, if you'd come looking for me, I'd be found somewhere around middle benches but then I discovered my potential when we were introduced to magazine. In many ways, tiniest things alter one's regular lifestyle but being a part of second edition of Annual Magazine made vast changes in mine.Here I am today proudly composing the immense efforts of my colleagues and gurus. Me in editorial team were sincere hikers which made it fun; and I therefore look forward for more opportunities. SUHANEE SHAH Continuum 2022 is not just a magazine but a reflection of the will, perseverance, creativity, talent, and dedication shown by students and teachers. It portrays a plethora of activities such as seminars, webinars, festivals, events, workshops, etc, and achievements. This journey has been incredible. I am truly grateful to be a part of this wonderful team of students and to be guided by Prof. Rohini Kachroo and Prof. Jaishree Mishra. My sincere thanks to our honourable Principal Prof. Sailesh Nair and the entire family of COA SVIT Vasad for their constant support and encouragement.

CREDITS

We are immensely grateful and would like to acknowledge their valuable inputs and help in the making of Continuum’22. Pranjali Maganahalli (5th Year B.Arch) Simran Maheshwari (4th Year B.Arch) Saloni Shah (4th Year B.Arch) Hrishikesh Jha (3rd Year B.Arch) Milan Guna (3rd Year B.Arch) Priyansh Bharadwaj (3rd Year B.Arch) Zalak Jagwani (3rd Year B.Arch) Siddhi Bhatt (3rd Year B.Arch) Aksheeta Shah (3rd Year B.Arch) Parth Gajjar (3rd Year B.Arch) Dhruvang Prajapati (2nd Year B.Arch) Riksheet Gohil (1st Year B.Arch) Devaanshu Narvekar (1st Year B.Arch) Priya Shah (3rd Year BID) Hitanshi Parikh (2nd Year BID) We would like to express of special thanks to Digital Team Prof Taha Padrawala, Prof Dhwani Bhavsar, Prof. Rachana Gala, Prof. Sampat Raju, Prof. Athira Nair. We also thank our beloved librarians Rajendra bhai and Praveen bhai for their immense support in making this event grander and successful. With their provision of materials, references, supplement of space and assistance, we could achieve the mark. We also thank Riksheet Gohil for the astounding photograph on the cover page of Continuum. Lastly, this wouldn’t be possible without immeasurable efforts of the faculty team, management team and support cells.

PRIYANSH BHARADWAJ

President- SPRY Committee 2021-22

SPRY COMMITTEE

SPRY committee is the pride of SVIT - COA. We are the face of every student’s emotion and gratitude towards our college. Leading the committee from the front is sure a task within itself, but seeing the support and passion of my fellow members, motivates enough to achieve heights for our college. Zestopus 2022, is the platform where every student participates and makes the event memorable. My motto for this festival will be quality, cooperation and enjoyment as well! Hereby, it has always been a pleasure to represent the student body and set benchmarks which I intend are broken by the upcoming committees!

SIMRAN MAHISHWARI

MUSKAN SHARMA

Vice General Secretary 2021-22

Secretary - SPRY Committee 2021-22

Leading an organization is a marvellous opportunity for each one of us to learn new things and we’re privileged to work with such great team of faculties and management. We’re gratified to give our inputs in organizing each and every activity for our fellow mates. College life not only gives us degree, but teaches us the life skills and gratifies us with abundance of exposure. All the selfless steps that we take, gives us back more knowledge and makes us more conscious about the world.

We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think. Words are secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far” - Swami Vivekananda

In unison with the harmonious blending of ideas I feel honoured to be associated with the Students Central Committee. We are beneficiaries of a vastly improved infrastructure, among the very best in the college. Regardless of titles, if we put our minds to something we are passionate about, we are able to "be the change we want to see in the society".

SPRY & FEST TEAM

SAMARTH DOSHI

M. ARCH PROGRAMME

I am proud to have been a teacher in the discipline of Architecture and Design. I am joyfully engaged in fulltime teaching since more than 24 years which gives a feeling of being motivated and young at all times. Teaching and learning is a very unique experience and should always be very joyful and cheerful and it is only through education that an individual unlocks his/her mental inhibitions. Over a period of time with my experience in teaching, I have been able to crystallize my thoughts into beliefs and thereby an ideology or a philosophy. It is my strong belief that every child, every student is unique and has immense potential which needs careful carving and moulding. I undoubtedly believe that studies in the discipline of Architecture make an individual very sensitive and sensible. Indian cities and the built environment therein is very intricate and intriguing. It is an ocean of enormous data, information, practices, traditions, rituals, culture and needs to be understood meticulously and in detail. Students today are often mistaken particularly in the matter of traditional settlements and their way of building, due to lack of adequate exposure and well-collated information. Therefore, study of vernacular architecture and design should be well knitted within the course structure and opportunities be created for its exposure to students in one or many ways. Architects and designers bring order in this otherwise chaotic world; hence environmental issues and sustainable design are inherent and fundamental to the practice of architecture. There should be plentiful gratitude to Nature! Creativity and indiscipline are not synonymous. Discipline reinforces creativity and imagination Design cannot be a possession of a few! It is all encompassing, all inclusive. It is user-centric, situation centric. Design is not an exact science. There is not a single right solution to look for and in every design problem, there is always a reasonable possibility that the best design scheme has not been reached.

The Master of Architecture is a rigorous and comprehensive program, preparing graduates for the full range of professional activities in the field of architecture. The course responds to the increasing competition in the professional procurement of building and the growing demand for specialist knowledge & skills in the pursuit of architectural excellence, this programme focuses on development & application of specialist architectural knowledge & advanced design techniques & technologies. In this curriculum, we have three coordinated design studios, one in each semester. Each coordinated semester has a different set of objectives and combination of studios. These studios are the focus1 of the program and are supported by non-studio courses committed to developing independent thinking and resolving design issues. Master of Architecture curriculum is designed to enable students to widen the scope of their professional abilities through additional fields of architecture that would enhance their knowledge in intellectual, creative, technical, social and environmental realms. provide a solid base of knowledge in history, theory, technology, the social environment, and professional practice. Ability to conceptualize and coordinate designs, addressing social, cultural, environmental and technological aspects of architecture. Ability to apply visual and verbal communication skills at various stages of architectural design and project delivery process. Ability to work collaboratively with teams of architects and various interdisciplinary teams. To study and understand the tools and technologies associated with contemporary design practices.

COORDINATOR’S DESK

Co-ordinator Masters in Architecture

M. ARCH.

Prof. PREETY SHAH

Asso. Prof. PALLAVI MAHIDA

B.I.D. PROGRAMME

Hello, I'm Prof. Pallavi Mahida teaching since 16 years at College of Architecture at SVIT, Vasad. I am academic co-ordinator for Bachelor of Interior Design. Course comprises of various subjects which take care of interior construction and detailing with a creative passion. The course motivates you to think on innovative solutions to shape holistics, passion and experience. The axiliary activities like exhibitions, webinars, seminars, expert talks, site visits and field trips strengthen knowledge beyond four walls making students thorough in the field. Exposure and exploration is the key ti learning which us the focus of our institute. I welcome all students aspiring the future in this upcoming creative field to join our journey in this institute.

The programme at SVIT, Vasad nourishes minds with the spirit of curiosity, sensitivity and responsibility. Inculcating professionalism, design excellence, ethics and critical appraisal within students. The course fulfils the ascending levels of subject complexity in a progressive manner. It links intensive core-specific courses in Interior Design with a strong liberal arts component. Learners are encouraged to develop an understanding of the design development process and research methods relevant to Interior Design practise. Besides creating sensitivity towards aesthetic principle and structural un1 derstanding, learner’s develop technical skills essential for designing – planning – constructing Interior spaces. Design studio developed competence in space planning, Orthographic drawing skills, material exploration – it’s on site application, 3D model making skills, design software, electives, RSPs, hand’s on workshop etc. We offer electives based on Architectural Design, Structure, Construction and Art to widen their horizon; which develops not only the hand’s – on skills with different workshops like printmaking, textile, carpentry, etc. but also aims to develop theoretical knowledge by special lectures. The exploration with the materials and crafts; condition them toappreciate art and aesthetic better. As a part of a relative study program; study tours are organized to different parts of Indian and abroad. These tours focus on the understanding by extracting the synthesis of the monumental and contemporary Architecture and Interior.

B.I.D.

COORDINATOR’S DESK

Co-ordinator Bachelor of Interior Design

Assoc. Prof. VIGNYA SHAH

D. VOC. PROGRAMME

I Prof. Vighnya Shah associated with College of Architecture, Interior Design, SVIT, Vasad since fifteen years now. I'm here to inform you about our new course which is a diploma course of three years duration. We at this institute focus to impart technical education with a purpose. This professional course provides a platform after highschool education for enhancement of technical skills in various fields. This year, we at College of Architecture, Interior Design, Svit, are offering a three year vocational diploma course which comprises of three day academic and three day office training service. This assistanceship programme is named as D. Voc course in Architecture and hence is structured for three years. The main objective of the course is to teach and explore initial knowledge of the current market demand. Further, the advantage of a short term programme gives opportunities to meet the demand of a working environment with different skills. Here the students get chance to interact with B. ID and B. Arch students in the same campus. Students are also exposed to various curricular and extra-curricular activites to explore themselves like in webinars, workshops, sports and culturals. I assure that students will benefit from the experienced teachers that we have in this institute as our strength so I welcome all of you with great happiness.

Architecture is not the knowledge of any particular field, but architecture is the knowledge of many fields with very different perspectives. ‘To design' is a challenging task which requires full fledged knowledge of each and every field. And we share our best knowledge through our experience with our beloved students. The course is designed to give our students insight in basic design, architectural design projects (in each semester), architectural drawing, history of architecture (Indian, world, modern), building construction, building materials, building services, surveying and levelling, structure, estimating and costing, computer aided drafting; and other necessary extra activities like model making, painting, murals, collage, etc. He/she can create required drawing set for the construction of the design project; including sketches, 3D models (physical and virtual), layouts, floor plans, sections, elevations, working drawings, detail drawings, computer graphics, detailed specifications for development of projects, requirements of projects, tender preparation, etc. which are necessary in every step of architectural process. After completion of 3 years of Archi. Asst. Diploma course, one can become an assistant architect and can work with professional architects as well as with the construction company and as a draftsman in the town planning sector.

D. VOC

COORDINATOR’S DESK

Co-ordinator D. Voc.- Architectural Assistantship

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Cut from a recherché fabric Articles Achievements Inside Extracurricular cells

Achiever’s Digest

SVITian Heirloom NASA Brewery

Articles Achievements

Pursuit of a new abyss

Appetite of design geeks

Crème de la crème

Studio Work- Odd & Even B. Arch | M. Arch | BID | D. Voc

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In- house Across World

Adieu

Prof. Preety Shah

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Architecture manifests the physical, social, cultural, climatic, and technological attitudes and attributes of the time that generated it, and hence it is not only a great teacher but a spectacular lesson too. Architectural heritage is a priceless non-replaceable resource and is constantly under threat from natural as well as anthropogenic causalities. Accelerated urbanization, migration, and globalization are all taking a magnanimous toll on it. While trying to cope with this rapid change and create sustainable tools and approaches for development, Heritage can be denominated to play a key role in the understanding of historic assets and traditions, as well as the character of cities, towns, and villages, and buildings, etc. Education and sensitization for respect of Heritage should begin in schools and continue in Universities and beyond. These institutions have an important role in raising visual and cultural awareness - improving the ability to read and understand the elements of our cultural heritage - and giving the cultural grounding needed. One of the leading reasons for the loss of Architectural-built heritage can be attributed to a lack of information about the historic structures and their significance. Architectural documentation is the repository of information relevant to understanding the physical configuration, history, evolution and condition of historic buildings and sites at known time in history. It is based on the recording of primary evidence and the research of secondary sources. All this may include tangible (physical) as well as intangible (oral, visual etc) evidence. Documentation generally is an incessant process to facilitate study, monitor and understand the need for conservation with relevant and timely data. To some extent, the monuments and sites under the protection of ASI and the various State Governments are documented, a very large number remains, though to be documented and listed. Hence documentation is the most powerful tool for identification, protection, conservation and management of our built heritage. INTRODUCTION: Documentation is a detailed record, in the form of a report or other written document, of the historical context(s) and significance of a property. It is an investigative technique that may be employed to document associative, architectural, cultural or informational values of properties. It may be used as a component of structural recording or archeological investigation, to enable interpretation or to mitigate the anticipated loss of a property through conservation of information about its historical, architectural or archeological significance. Historical research to create documentation uses archival materials, oral history techniques, ethno-histories, prior research contained in secondary sources and other sources to make a detailed record of previously identified values or to investigate particular questions about the established significance of a property or properties. Documentation generally results in both greater factual knowledge about the specific property and its values, and in better understanding of the property in its historical context. Thus, documentation is one of the principal ways available to give meaning, understanding, definition and recognition of the values of the cultural heritage. PURPOSE OF DOCUMENTATION: The selection of a level of documentation and the documentation techniques (measured drawings, photography, etc.) is based on the significance of the property and the management needs for which the documentation is being performed. For example, the kind and level of documentation required to record a historic property for easement purposes may be less detailed than that required as

mitigation prior to destruction of the property. In the former case, essential documentation might be limited to the portions of the property controlled by the easement, for example, exterior facades; while in the latter case, significant interior architectural features and non-visible structural details would also be documented. An essential purpose of documentation is to preserve it as archival material for the use in conservation, restoration and reconstruction of heritage properties as and when so required besides academic research and study. The records can provide a way to investigate structures from the past that may otherwise be inaccessible or that they may have been ceased to be in their existence, with no visible structural or material evidence. Further, documentation can also be used to record structures that cannot be saved or too big for display in museums and even rebuilding of the structures in case of any catastrophic loss, due to war, vandalism or natural calamity etc. Graphic Documentation consists of photographs and drawings. Measured drawings are produced from the measurements directly obtained from the structure. Graphic Documentation is more relevant to Historic structures as those cannot be adequately recorded in words alone. Written Documentation can be either historic literature or descriptive note of contemporary times based on physical inspection of the site explaining history, evolution, context, significance and the state of preservation. Written history and description for Documentation should be based on primary sources to the greatest extent possible. A frank assessment of the reliability and limitations of sources shall be included. Within the written history, statements should be footnoted as to their sources, wherever appropriate. STAGES OF DOCUMENTATION: It is a continuous process, but for conservation, it can be divided into three stages: a) Pre conservation documentation b) During Conservation-documentation c) Post Conservation-documentation Documentation should be seen as a priority and as an integral part of research and conservation strategies. It should be taken up before, during and after 1any physical intervention is made. As it is a complex task, the same needs an involvement of skilled persons in the field involving architects, surveyors, engineers, historians, archaeologists and other specialized construction artisan and skilled crafts people. TYPES OF DOCUMENTATION: Architectural Data Survey Form-It is a one page form intended to provide identifying information for the accompanying documentation. Normally, this practice is followed by the Archaeological Survey of India, INTACH, UNESCO etc. Written Documentation- All information compiled by way of photographs, histories, inventory cards or other media that depict historic buildings, sites, structures or objects. Measured Drawings- Measured drawings are produced from recorded, accurate measurements. They depict existing conditions or other relevant features of historic buildings, sites, structures or objects. Measured drawings are usually produced in ink on archaically stable material. Portions of the building that are not accessible for measurement should not be drawn on the measured drawings, and clearly labeled as not accessible or drawn from available construction drawings and other sources and so identified. No part of the measured drawings shall be produced from hypothesis or conjecture. Field Records-notes of measurements taken, field photographs and other recorded information intended for the purpose of producing documentation. Ideally speaking, Measured drawings should be accompanied by a set of field notebooks in which the measurements are first recorded. Field Photography-photography, other than large-format photography, intended for the purpose of producing documentation. Large Format Photographs-taken of historic buildings, sites, structures or objects of sizes 100x125, 125x175 or 200x250mm & where the photograph is taken with appropriate means to correct perspective distortion.

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Why should Documentation be done?

PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION FOR HISTORIC STRUCTURES: Photography is one method of documenting important information about a building. The photographs will generally be the only evidence of the building that remains after the demolition and it is therefore important that they fully convey the significant features and context of the building. Photographic coverage: Photographs should be taken of the overall property and the exterior and interior (if historically important) of each building on the property, including old and new outbuildings. The number of interior and detail views will depend on the significance of those aspects of the building(s). The following photographs should be taken to document the property: a. Settings/surroundings 1. Views of the overall setting of the historic building(s), e.g. fields and forest surrounding a farm complex, a streetscape of buildings in a village, etc. 2. Views of the building in its immediate surroundings, showing the relationship of the building to neighboring buildings. 3. Aerial views when easily obtainable (often an adjacent hill or tall building can provide an aerial vantage point). 4. Views of significant landscape features, e.g. tree-lined approaches, stone walls, formal gardens, etc. b. Exterior views: 1. Views of all sides of the building 2. Views of important details, e.g. cupolas, steeples, porches, doors, decorative brickwork etc. c. Interior views: 1. Overall views of important interior rooms, e.g. courtrooms, formal parlors, historic kitchens, etc. 2. Views of important interior features, e.g. staircases, ceiling, exposed structural framing, etc.

3. View of significant interior details, e.g. door hardware, light fixtures, industrial machinery, hand grained trim, etc. 4. Views of the building in use, i.e. views that show people using the building. Labels on photographs a. Each photograph should be labeled on the reverse, either handwritten in pencil or typed on an affixed label, with the following information: Name of property, Street, Town, State, Description of view, Direction of view (the compass direction the photographer was facing), Date of photograph (month and year), Name of photographer, Each photograph should be numbered in a sequence that follows the rough order of general to detailed views outline. DOCUMENTATION LEVELS: The purpose of documentation will determine its appropriate level of documentations. However, the aspects mentioned below need to be identified with each documentation which would serve as a baseline documentation and include the following: Name of the building, structure or site, Photographs, A unique reference or serial number, Location of the building or structure, Ownership and levels of protection of the structure , site , A brief description of the physical attribute, cultural significance, history and present condition, Date, name of individual/organization undertaking documentation, Acknowledgements to all the sources of information Level 1: Inventory form with all written accounts; photographs and its significant characteristics is the simplest form of documentation. It is essentially a visual record supplemented by basic information needed to identify the building or site, its location, type etc. Level 2: Scaled plan with description on the Inventory Form with additional photographs of both exteriors and interiors and written descriptions on significance, history, evolution, architectural and decorative aspects, present condition, current use etc. Level 3: It should consist of full set of measured drawings( plans, elevations, architectural and constructional details) and building condition with1extensive photo documentation of both exteriors and interiors, written data or history, historical evolution, architectural, structural and decorative aspects, present condition and historic views. This type of documentation is employed for research purpose of important building or for undertaking major conservation proposals. SKILL SETS NEEDED FOR DOCUMENTATION: •The knowledge of history of architecture of the building/site •The knowledge of technique in order to understand the systems of construction to be able to represent •The knowledge of architectural vocabulary to represent it on drawings and in text. •Other skills to use latest equipment or gadgets, get acquainted with GIS, aerial maps, etc •The knowledge of geometry and surveying •And above should be very enthusiastic and passionate for history.

Preety Shah, Architect and Urban designer is engaged as a Professor in Architecture with Sardar Patel University since more than 21 years. Her core areas of interest are Heritage Conservation, Architectural pedagogy and climate responsive design. She has presented papers in National and International Conferences.

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PRINCIPLES OF DOCUMENTATION: A. Documentation shall adequately explicate “ What is Significant or Valuable About the Historic Building, Site, Structure or Object” that is being documented. The historical, architectural, engineering or cultural values of the property together with the purpose of the documentation activity determine the level and methods of documentation. It should include the content and adequately illustrate what is significant or valuable about the historic building structure or subject that is documented. Documentation should demonstrate the historical development of the site and where possible explain the phases of development of the structure. B. Documentation shall be prepared accurately from reliable resources with limitations clearly stated to allow independent verification of the information. The purpose of documentation is to preserve an accurate record of historic properties that can be used in research and other preservation activities. To serve these purposes, the documentation must include information that permits assessment of its reliability. C. Documentation shall be prepared on materials that are readily reproducible, durable and in standard sizes. The size and quality of documentation materials are important factors in the preservation of information for future use. Selection of materials should be based on the length of time expected for storage, the anticipated frequency of use and a size convenient for storage. D. Documentation shall be clearly and concisely produced. For documentation to be useful for further research, written materials must be legible and explicit, and graphic materials must contain scale information and location references. Documentation of historic properties depends on high quality. Quality is not something that can be easily prescribed or quantified, but it derives from a process in which thoroughness and accuracy play a large part. Usefulness of the documentation products depends on preparing the documentation on durable materials that are able to withstand handling and reproduction, and in sizes that can be stored and reproduced without damage.

Façade and Architectural Expressions

Asso. Prof. Pallavi Abhale Mandale

Asst. Professor Rohini Kachroo

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A facade connects the inside to the outside and vice versa, by acting as a volumetric element rather than a plane. It creates a setting for transition between the private and the public domains of the building through elements like steps, plinths, arcades, porches etc. Thus, facades form urban fronts as a volume that is layered with the help of its elements. Its layering is created by hierarchical arrangement of spaces (from private to semi private to public), degree of openness through its configuration and level of accessibility across its volume. Beyond the use of elements for physical transition, a facade allows visual communication across its surface. The nature of its elements allows for certain levels of transparency and immediacy of understanding the nature, its surface. These elements like the window, door, balcony, cornices etc essentially convey a sense of permeability or porosity, which though can be sensed more profoundly from the internal space, but cannot be superseded from the external urban space as well. A facade thus helps relate the interior to the exterior space. It maintains transition in spatiality through visual and representational communication. Association of space could be made with conscious and subconscious spatial attachments. The attachment of people with each other performed at specific time and space. A temple precincts are very important social institutions for the neighborhood fabric of the city not only the adjoining spaces are associated in this formation but it connects the associations from distances too. The Vitthal Temple at Mandvi, Vadodara is one such temple precinct, played an important role in creating bond between emotional and social behavior of people. It acts as a cultural sink and holds potential in preserving cultural sustainability at local as well as city level. A temple is like a courtyard house of any neighborhood and expresses the similar functional spaces along with Tulsi Baug as important religious preserve of the place , maintained by Devasthan Trust of Baroda and local community. One can experience a sequence of spaces right from its entrance corridor to a big court of Tulsi baug and gradual arrangement of activities configured as cultural manifesto of the temple complex. The cultural manifesto is observed here as the mode of offering “ Tulsi leaves” by devotees and spread it across the visitors, gives ethnic experience of the place and connect everyone to such a cultural environment. There are many such elements exists here which makes this place as one of the important Cultural Sink and expresses spatial attachment with livelihood of people.

Pallavi Abhale has been a part of College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad, since 15years. She is a recipient of double gold medal in her B Arch from APIED, Vallabh Vidhyanagar, Anand. Further she pursued her masters in Urban and Regional planning, from MSU, Vadodara. She is also a part of various projects related to Urban Heritage and ecology. She is the main co-ordinator of Research cell of SVIT, Vasad.

In real sense a facade acts as a controlled ordered articulated zone for physical, visual and representational transitions. The exterior spaces of the city are the rooms of the city, and the built structures are the walls of the rooms. These walls owe a responsibility to the formation of these rooms. The interior functional considerations of a building can be coordinated to 1allow them to perform the function of creating exterior city spaces. Facade of a building not just envelopes its built form alone, but when facades of many buildings line along a street edge they provide with a sense of spatial enclosure at an urban level. Such a sense of enclosure largely depends on the configuration of the built form and it's proportionate relationship; like the width of the street and the height of the buildings along the street edge. This statistical relationship indeed determines the quality with which the space of the street can be perceived and used. While its articulated surface determines the quality of the enclosure. A facade line provides with a continuous surface for an urban enclosure, the elements of the facade (like doors, porches etc) tend to attract towards individual built forms, thereby adding another dimension to this sense of the urban spatiality. This attraction results in a transverse connection between parts of the urban street space to individual private built domains. It is through this sense of being contained within an articulated urban space while been attracted to individual built forms that the facades and their elements add drama to the spatial urban quality. Just as a facade is responsible for wrapping a built form from the outer world and allowing selected transition of outside to the inside it is equally responsible for creating the outside by its visual physical expression. The facade with its characteristic appearance makes the external space before a building as a place of recognition and identity. It generates a psychological identification of a place, symbolized by possessiveness and security within the cultural, regional, social, political, organizational and climatic expressive paradigms. "One building standing alone in countryside is experienced as a work of architecture, but bring half dozen buildings together and an art other than architecture is made possible." This art work is accomplished not just by the configuration of the built form alone but by its appearance and effects. A facade both in isolation and collectively provides the basic expression of a place. It enables visual harmony of expressions which constitutes a series of variations within a larger sense of order.

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Cultural Sink: Spatial attachment and human Behavior as architectural expression

Inclusiveness of streets

Making a street scene imageable accounts for a thorough mastery in the sense of art and artifacts; again, accountable to the regional features of a place. A facade design at an urban level thus becomes a focused sensitive act of combining elements such that the image perceived reflects the nature of urbanity rather than an individual architectural structure. Thus, the role of a facade multiplies many folds from the scale of wrapping a built form, to the urban scale, further until the scale of making a sense of place by providing a source of imagery. Therefore, every single facade individually, or in a collective plays a distinct role in creating spaces, and quality of urban spaces for a city.

In the historical towns, paths with residential, commercial or various activities when marked or paved were known as streets. For connectivity and with expanse of settlement streets started connecting places and slowly got an additional role of road. With automation, the scale of streets changed. They came to be used more for connectivity but the traditional uses of residing, carrying out business, recreation continued. With further demand of automation, there have been attempts to limit the use of streets to connectivity only. All functions of urban settlement are subordinated to the street itself. As Jacobs has said, streets are more than public utilities, they are beyond carriers of water and sewer lines, electric cables and far more than linear physical spaces that permit people and goods to get from one place to other. “Communication remains a major purpose of streets, particularly in the latter half of the twentieth century. Streets allow people to be outside, the street is movement: to watch, to pass, movement especially of people. She further depicts streets as political spaces, “Whether as a meeting ground for the development and exchange of ideas and hopes or as a stage for demonstration and mass expression, the public street is a special political space, most difficult to control”. Carrying of traffic and exchange of goods are obvious functions of street with the use of street as a place of personal exchange and communication. Streets have various uses and dimensions both traditional and contemporary. Street suggests movement to a destination and incidentally the transporting of people and commodities on foot, by animal or vehicle. It denotes passage from one place to another. According to Robert Gutman, “the street has two social functions: instrumental and expressive.” The instrumental function provides a link between buildings, over which the goods and people necessary to sustain their daily activities can pass. Sometimes the emphasis is on circulation of pedestrians. The expressive1function facilitates communication and interaction and thus serves to bind together the social order. The expressive function also includes its use as a site for casual social interaction, including recreation, conversation, entertainment, as well as its use as a site for ritual observances and processions. There are three ways of considering the street. First - terrace, row, arcade, embankment, or galleries, which display the way in which, the street is physically constituted in its context. Second – path, track, parade, promenade and mall that are connected with ways of proceeding on foot. Third group is entirely related to vehicular traffic and to the legal and engineering matters it involves: highway, artery, thoroughfare etc. There are two major types of streets: mobility streets and traditional streets. Mobility streets are those, which accommodate vehicular through-traffic. They accommodate either one-way or two-way traffic and provide safe movements for pedestrians and cyclists.

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raditional streets serve as pedestrian connectors between civic, cultural, entertainment and residential precincts and where pedestrians are given priority. “Streets are many things: thoroughfares, bazaars, theatres, exhibitions, restaurants. They encompass a huge range of activities from worship and business, to political protests and funeral and marriage processions. On its streets, India eats, works, sleeps, moves, celebrates and worships.”(Appadurai, 1987). Streets are open spaces, cultural spaces, celebration spaces, circulation spaces and therefore are multipurpose spaces.

Rohini Kachroo graduated in B. Arch in 2007 from MSU Vadodara. Further she completed her masters from CEPT university in Theory and Design. Her passion lies in teaching, Modern history, Design theory and Behavioural science. She is also the magazine editor at College of Architecture SVIT, Vasad.

Swara Shah is an Architect and Urban & Regional Planner. She is pursuing PhD in the field of physical planning. She is also having 13 years of academic experience in Architecture.

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Façade for Expressional aspects: A facade is one of the most impressive architectural elements that provide a city with its characteristic urbanity, such that its elements capture moments in time in order to observe events, stories, history and social behaviours beyond their functional responsibility. Such a sense of uniqueness evokes strong abstractions and images of the sense of place created, experienced and dramatized.

VISUALS: Beyond Nationalism The visual culture of Fresco's expression, a case of the Shekhawati region

Asst. Prof. Mitali Bhatt

Asst. Prof. Jaishree Mishra

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An ecosystem is a utilitarian entity composed of living organisms and their physical environment, which are deeply intertwined. Combination of various spices, geology, topography and climate tied together by physical and biotic processes, most importantly occupied by vegetation forms a complex ecosystem called forests. Forests are a vital natural resource that can potentially be harvested and managed sustainably to produce a variety of commodities and meet human society's future needs. Natural threats such as fire, insects, and diseases are essential components of the forest ecosystem, which is also interconnected. Among these natural threats, wildfire is the most damaging to forests. Forest fire poses a threat not only to the forest capitals but also to the entire regime to fauna and flora, seriously disturbing the bio-diversity, ecology and environment of a region. Forest fires are caused by Natural causes as well as Man-made causes: 1. Natural causes- Many forest fires start from natural causes such as lightning which set trees on fire. However, rain extinguishes such fires without causing much damage. High atmospheric temperatures and dryness (low humidity) offer favourable circumstance for a fire to start. 2. Man-made causes- Fire is caused when a source of fire like naked flame, cigarette or bidi, electric spark or any source of ignition comes into contact with inflammable material. Fire Ecology is a scientific discipline concerned with natural processes involving fire in an ecosystem and the ecological effects, the interactions between fire and the abiotic and biotic components of an ecosystem, and the role as an ecosystem process. Many plant species in fire-affected environments require fire to grow, establish, or to reproduce. Wildfire suppression not only eliminates these species, but also the animals that depend upon them. Fires can cause changes in soil nutrients through a variety of mechanisms, which include oxidation, volatilization, erosion, and leaching by water, but the event must usually be of high temperatures in order of significant loss of nutrients to occur. However, quantity of nutrients available in soils are usually increased due to the ash that is generated, and this is made quickly available, as opposed to the slow release of nutrients by decomposition. Following an analysis of the pros and cons, the precautionary measures that should be taken are as follows: • Keep the source of fire or ignition away from combustible and flammable materials.• To keep an eye on and control the source of the fire. • Do not allow combustible or inflammable material to pile up unnecessarily and stock it according to the recommended procedure for safe storage of such combustible or inflammable material.• Adopting safe practices in areas near forests, such as factories, coal mines, oil storage facilities, chemical plants, and even household kitchens.• When designing a building or a coal mining operation, incorporate fire-resistance and firefighting techniques and equipment.• In the event of a forest fire, volunteer teams are critical not only for firefighting but also for keeping an eye on the situation.

Mitali Bhatt is an academician and an architect. She earned a B. Arch from SVIT in Vasad in 2013 and an M. Arch (City Design) from SCET in Surat in 2020. She is passionate about research and architecture school academics.

The historic medieval towns of the Shekhawati region are culturally rich with their unique urban morphology and paintings expression. The Shekhawati towns describe their virtual boundaries by three districts – Churu, Jhunjhunu, and Sikar. However, the largely identified towns within these districts as urban clusters are Mandawa, Nawalgarh, Fatehpur, Ramgarh, Mukundgarh, and Lakshmangarh. These are interpreted towns as my area of focus for this paper writing. Here, this piece document will be presented with an idea of exploring the urban visual culture in this region. Furthermore, the focus that took shape upon the urban morphological development from the 18-19th century across the Indian subcontinent. This time frame will be the central idea of recording and establishing the argument as a method & scope of this document. These cluster has a vibrant culture which states the significance of the whole region. The exploration of urbanity will be largely analyzed with the town’s record historically, the merchant’s role in shaping the visual urbanity of mural paintings, the notion of homeland and visual reflection of urban morphology, an artistic expression of towns with a visual painting of frescos that will generate and express about the painted murals on the surfaces as an idea of urbanity. Hence, the outcome will be focused on collected frescos’ world images and pictures as the visual of the towns. Further, the visual inferences potentially can be the source of the Indian cultural knowledge system which can stand out from the world. Keywords: Historic Medieval towns, Urban Visual, Culture, Urbanity, Frescos, Urban Morphology

INTRODUCTION: The Shekhawati region is largely defined today by the virtual boundaries of three districts- – Churu, Jhunjhunu, & Sikar in the northeast of Rajasthan. The Origin and evolution of region politically was the part of Jaipur state, which conveniently defines the rich mural paintings as the vibrant clusters of historic settlements in India. The name Shekhawati derives from the name of Rao Shekha, founded in the 15th century. The region consists of thirty-seven various towns, largely identified towns within these districts as urban clusters are Mandawa, Nawalgarh, Fatehpur, Ramgarh, Mukundgarh, and Lakshmangarh are interpreted as rich culturally historic towns as a reflection of the sociopolitical influence reflection of urban paintings. Commonly, at a primary level, such formation of towns emerged from the geography of the place. The basic responsive development took place, considering climatic conditions and topography. Later, culture evolved with the way function of trade, work, and living styles developed from the 16th to early 20th century in the region. The urban elements emerged over a period of time majorly like, Garh (Fort), Chhatri (Cenotaph), Mandir (Temple), Dharamshala (Caravanserai), Johara (Water tank), Kuan (Well), and Haveli (Mansion) with visual images of richly painted murals. From a larger perspective towns and cities are planned with urban concepts like their vistas, composition of open and built spaces, urban scale, proportion, streets, & paths, etc. As a whole, it defines their very nature of urbanity. But here, the urban nature of the towns is not only expressed with urban planning, architecture, & design, it also added an artistic expression with mural paintings across the built surfaces as an intention to look at urban space beyond the physical divisions. Precisely, this description is about the painted visuals (mural art), which is something specific to the Shekhawati towns. Composition and uncommon play of visuals that has emerged as a symbolic urban landscape. BACKGROUND, CULTURAL DIVERSITY, PLANNING & ARCHITECTURE, AND VISUAL CULTURE:

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Merchants and their Role: The Marwari merchants are businessmen, agents, and money lenders. They had developed a diversified network and mixed culture by traveling across the world in medieval times (Tanket, july 2016). Merchants’ community by traveling borrowed visuals as an idea of picturing the home. Architecture, planning, & urban design features developed with distributed urban elements like the Fort, Dharamshala, Haveli, Chhatri, Water tanks, and Wells constructed in almost every possible corner of the towns. Paintings on surfaces of these built structures, especially seen in the havelis surfaces as a unique pattern to this region.Industrialization allowed the spread of mass trading across India. The migration of merchants across the regional boundaries achieved remarkable progress in trade and other commercial activities. The trading of gems, jewelry, silver, gold, jute, hessian, grains, and along with the import-export system has started in bulk (Tanket, july 2016). After independence, trading and traveling has been introduced outside India. Merchants who later, hold their business in the major cities, started building wealth and power in the towns. Their good relationship was established to empower their business in every possible direction of the world. The colonization and mass migration to metropolitan cities, majorly in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai, to raise their business in the working places and establish their identity as a second home. As the result, their wealth and prosperity are seen by making unique built elements for their patrons and family. The making of mural art with a cultural reflection, this whole process has become an expression of cultural exchange identity. The Mercantile community framed the town planning and architecture, and public utilities in the region as their prime concern for development. The urban landscape was developed by designing water tanks, temples, wells, caravanserai, and cenotaphs in the towns. The havelis were residential personal spaces as their primary home that leads to their status and wealth. Such development possesses symbolic importance to these historic towns by merchant communities. This multiplicity is embedded in the knowledge of painted visuals. Such uncommon mixed expression of mural art reflects new knowledge source of Indian culture.

Notion of Homeland: However, the belief of “Hometown”, the concept of establishing native towns, and the notion of going back home come here with migration across the world. These visual images are the transformation of such an urbanscape, specific to Shekhawati towns. The famous communities like Goenkas, Birla’s, Dalmia, Kedia, Khaitam, Poddar, Ruias, Jhunjhunwala, and others traced their mixed cultural values of expression (Patel, 2013).

Famous for painted mansions, this unique community-based culture developed with an idea of homeland, belief, and tradition as living altogether. Richly painted murals in the form of Fresco art form are extraordinary in visuals. Distinct subjects for such visuals borrowed from all over the world, their significant culture caused by the trading and traveling. These images (mural paintings) represent, religious Folk art and Ragmala (Mythology), historical events, Personages, Everyday living, Maps and Places, and Decorative Motifs. Extraordinary visual paintings are mostly developed and framed with the havelis surfaces. Selected frames developed by individual artists’ expression and imagination to the visual panel formation. These migrated artisans who develop image painting collage represent different schools of thoughts. This visual pattern panel is influenced by Mughals, Rajputs, and later colonial empires. Such mixed and crowded images are constructed as trophies/ medals to the back home notion. These surface paintings with an image and picture pasted in every possible corner of the built surface. The exterior wall of the Havelis, other elements like Courtyard, Chhajjas, Bracket, Verandah, and main entrance gate. AN ARTISTIC EXPRESSION: The reflection of the image of crowds is the very typical experience of these local and migrated artisans. The cultural mobility and commercial networks link the notion of the homeland by creating new paintings, particularly by these painters (Mehta, 2013). At the same time, they applied their hands to mural paintings in the Shekhawati and nearby areas. Such decoration as a new application to the urban visual morphology is very dominantly seen in the region. These paintings were inherited in the region as hybrid subjects of mural painting. The regional art expression is followed in the schools of thought of the Rajasthan and the Shekhawati region. The set of image groups in one frame with various pictures like Vaishnava Avatar of Krishna, Rama, folk heroes, troops, and everyday environment. These visuals were established and classified based on the selection of pigments, with the combination of Maroon (local regional color), Red, and blue (France & European countries), Later, dark blue and multicolored pigments (Afghanistan) were constructed by Kolkata, Jammu and Delhi route to the region (Prince, 2003). 1 The technical process of unique visuals is constructed with fine work inside buildings surfaces and rectangular design frames with local fresco techniques outside surfaces. These frescos had visual stories of painted local gods as their cultural hero’s, Vishnu avatars universally recognized in different forms. Another famous regional identity is the folk hero’s imagined by the artists, Dhola- Maru and Laila- Majnu. Later, mural paintings of a train, cars, bicycles, and aero planes intermingling effortlessly with camels and elephants (Cooper, Painted Town of Shekhawati, 2018). The above argument about Frescos and visuals is expressed with a concept of re-contextualizing images—the image subjects are replaced with another object context to give new meanings. Picturing drawing and pigments selection with multicolored composition stands out for the world as a unique urban culture. AN URBANITY OF PAINTED MURALS_ DISCUSSION AND INTENTIONS: The above topics established the argument of picture image culture in the towns of Shekhawati. Of course, it is not simply collecting various visuals. It is also about the aesthetic presence of historical records and metropolitan culture developed over a period of time. The Homeland concept developed with a sense of visuality and relation with urbanity. Surfaces of havelis are surely like the visual awards constructed in the form of crowded images, pictures, & scenes. These paintings being visual will slowly take us to the idea of Visuality in the urbanscape (Mehta, 2013). From a larger perspective, the composition of open and built spaces, urban forms, scale, streets, and landmarks, largely define their very nature of urbanity. In this context, the urban image is viewed beyond the physical realities of observing paths, nodes, landmarks, and built urban fabrics. Here it is all about the perception of urban space experienced by paintings. Visuality is viewed beyond the physical realities of observing paths, nodes, landmarks, and urban fabric (Lynch, 1960).

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Town’s cities and Records: Before stating the main argument about urban visual and visuality. Historically, the region was once a division of Jaipur State, and boundary limits linked with Delhi, Jaipur, Bikaner, Haryana, and later Sikar, and Agra in late 17th century (Cooper, 2014). Relations between Rajput and Mughals started building up the culture and urban morphology of towns chronologically (Jain, 2005). The larger development took place in medieval times with mixed architectural styles. These towns grew with a grid- iron pattern, organic, and Inorganic formation as basic planning ideas. There is no specific urban pattern typology like other towns in the region. It has a set of relationships, and expressions developed with the time phases. This distributed urban landscape conveniently defines the local and regional symbolism of rich mural paintings. These towns evolved as vibrant town’s clusters of historic settlements in the Indian context. The Shift in visual paintings is influenced by social and political relations with patrons, rulers, and the colonial empire (Jain, 2005). These towns were mostly protected by patrons and rulers that gave rise to painted surfaces. The urban visual morphology of Shekhawati painted walls are vibrant and vigorous, clearly blended with the legacy of Mughal and Rajput style of architecture. Region cultural multiplicity of Mughal, Rajput’s, Shekhawat’s and later the followed by merchants, who defined and set a new identity of Shekhawati.

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CONCLUSION: The above sub-topics of the new experience of such Indian cultural murals in the region collectively speak about artistic and cultural integrity and being authentic. The entire paper document is specifically making a statement of ideas beyond to re-think and sensed with visuals as an urban landscape in itself. The author believes and makes a justification for the arguments about running into the dynamism in urban frescos. One should sense, record, and acknowledge. These paintings at present losing their identity due to growth developments, and insensitive decisions for developments. There should be some initiative to re-thing on this perspective and encourage safeguarding the Shekhawati visual culture. There is awareness, community participation approach, and cultural sustainability goals that can boost the socio-cultural-economic values. Such, Hybrid cultural reflection of frescos needs to preserve for the world’s cultural knowledge systems.

Archi-Treasure Asst. Prof. Apexa Nishant Savalia

Ever thought about what lessons have an individual might have learned during the Architecture schooling? How have the presumptions about architecture changed with time? Or what crucial technical skills one can learn in college? Well below is one such article that would let the fellow architectural community and Students reading it feel relatable, intrigued and nostalgic! Everyday an Architect learns something new about anything (or everything). But the 5-year (ever) lasting school of Architecture teaches numerous learning’s which makes us hot to trot. During the long haul, apart from hard-core architecture education, great life skills are also inculcated. We all would hopefully agree upon a few listed below which unknowingly or incidentally would become an asset to cherish upon for a lifetime. 1. Struggle to Strength: The first thing upon entering the world of Architecture is to know that you are here for pure struggle. It’s going to demand high on your blood, sweat, and a hell lot of tears! Struggle to design, keep up with the deadlines, and still excel in the term. Creativity is the culprit! Strict program guidelines and loads of instructions lead to a design on quicksand. And to survive out of that struggle needs strength, an important virtue to live your life as an Architect.

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From Struggle to Strength © Image by Dadu Shin; via the New York Times

Jaishree Mishra graduated from HCATP, Jabalpur (2015) and did her M. Arch in Architectural Conservation with minors in Architectural design from CEPT University (2019). She is currently working as an Assistant professor at COA,SVIT, Vasad, and continues her research in the conservation discourses.

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2. Patience and perseverance: Being able to accept a delay with a calm mind can be tricky when it comes to Architecture school. Delayed gratification is rooted deep in the process of design. What matters is how to build up the skill, expand and cultivate patience. Over the years architects develop this unique quality (architectural character trait); somehow only few bring up to implementation. Any project irrespective of academics or practice involves patience as a prerequisite. However this can easily be gained by a sweet smile, a deep breath, and the ability to resolve problems.

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My essay will bring a unique way of perceiving urban space experience with visual paintings. Images are demandingly speaking their presence on painted walls, windows, arcades, chhajjas, and almost every small corner of the surfaces. Decoration of surfaces acts as interface between the architecture and urban design features. Somehow, such crowded paintings produce the screen over the urban edge. The edge could be experienced as a linear break, view angle developed by Jharokha’s and Verandah’s. The image pictures create hidden boundaries between two continuous phases of long corridors. Further, Shekhawati towns act as urban districts for built elements. Above all, the records stating the multicultural expression of these images is a result of a hybrid school of thought. Paintings with different schools of thought—local, regional, national and international appreciate the very hybrid Indian-European style of Shekhawati (Patel, 2013). The paintings became part of urban space as it allows the observer to perceive through mental awareness.

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4. Presentation Skills: Architectural design education is a highly sophisticated means of building creative problem-solving abilities. Unlike most professions, architects are fairly accustomed to standing up in front...but that doesn’t mean they like it. Presenting information, message, ideas or Design effectively is the key skill to the discipline. Amongst all the lessons learned in the drawing, designing, and creative thinking process, presentation skill leads the way. Simplicity always excels over unnecessary complications, but to convey meaningful content is a must. 5. Crisis to Opportunities: Anxiety is normal to an Architecture student. Had it be the studio or office the urge of completing work with perfection and on time is a crisis in itself. Each one of us probably would have gone through panic attacks for last moment mishaps with the project. This helps in life to positively accept situations and constructively deal with it. The architecture program comes with a maze of subjects, faded studio work, long hours of labor, insomnia, and dense confusion. But one thing is for sure the lessons learned from Architecture are way fascinating (blindly believe they are!) and are worth to treasure, “Archi-treasure”.

Bachelors in Architecture (Building Construction Technology) and Masters in Planning (Urban and Regional Planning). Being in Academics and in profession as an Architect-Planner has enhanced the way how students can envision the wide range of approaches in such a vast field with innumerable opportunities. I focus on establishing a connection as to how the ideas are to be realized in the built form.

Nomads in Modern Days Asso. Prof. Purvi Oza Gujarat, like most of India, is something of a place of contradictions. On the one hand, it is perhaps India’s most modern and affluent state and yet its rural areas are known for the simple, semi-nomadic peoples of the pastoral groups who roam the desert and semi-desert region of Kutch in the northwest. There are also many tribal groups in the hills in the north of the state near the border with Rajasthan. In this itinerary you can also see examples of architectural styles and cultural influences from throughout the history of Gujarat. Nomads are known as a group of communities who travel from place to place for their livelihood. Some are salt traders, fortune-tellers, conjurers, ayurvedichealers, jugglers, acrobats, actors, story tellers, snake charmers, animal doctors, tattooists, grindstone makers, or basketmakers. All told, anthropologists have identified about 5 nomadic groups in India, numbering perhaps 1 million people—around 1.2 percent of the country’s billion-plus population. The nomadic communities in India can be broadly divided into three groups hunter gatherers, pastoralists and the peripatetic or non-food producing groups. Among these, peripatetic nomads are the most neglected and discriminated social group in India. They have lost their livelihood niche because of drastic changes in transport, industries, production, entertainment and distribution systems. The population of nomadic and de-notified tribes is estimated to around 8% of the total population. Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are some of the states with high population of NT-DNTs. De-notified tribes 1 are have nomadic life style, however, 200 nomadic communities were identified separately during British rule, in 1871, after being notified as ‘criminal communities’. After independence in 1952, these communities were de-notified and thus identified as DNTs. Their population is estimated to be 40 lakhs mainly concentrated in Saurastra and North Gujarat region. Nomadic Communities of Gujarat: Bajaniya, Bhand, Kotwaliya, Turi, Garudi, Kathodi, Madari, Naath, Bharathari, Vitoliya, Vaadi, Vansphoda, Marwadi Vaghri, Oad, Raval, Shirligar, Saraniya, Vanzara Shinagvala, Vanzara Kangasiyala, Jogi, Bhopa, Gadaliya, Kangasiya, Ghantiya, Bhavaiyya, Bava-Bairagi, Garo & Pardhi De-notified Communities are: Dafer, Vaghri, Sandhi, Miyana, Chhara, Vagher, Theba, Mey, Chunvaliya Koli, Koli (form Rapar block of Kutch), Bafan, Hingora.

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3. Analytical Thinking Abilities: Out of the discernible glimmers of the fog came this ability, the most effective way of problem-solving. Analysis plays a vital role in the process of any design solution and does not limit to merely the product. All “WH” words help to be able to explore, adopt and adapt in difficult situations. Thinking critically attempts to transform obstacles into resources which enable individuals to use their intelligence in a way that is unique. Along with analytical thinking abilities comes the role of creativity. It adds to employ both visual and verbal expressions and cognitive rationale.

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All different views shown various tribes in action from Left to Right in sequence of Miyana, Gadhadiya, Saraniya, Bhatadiya, Nat etc. In the past, each nomadic community used to provide a specific service to the society at large. Some groups specialized in performance — they were musicians, fire eaters, snake charmers, acrobats — whereas other tribes would carry out manual work (e.g., iron smiths, knife sharpeners, bamboo artisans). Technology and industrialization have contributed to the collapse of the demand for such services, leaving these people out of work, threatening the survival of their culture and traditions, and — what’s worse — eroding their livelihood. The level of literacy among these communities is insignificant, and therefore it’s been hard for nomads to move on to other jobs and pursue alternative sources of income. With poverty come prejudice and discrimination, which make their lives even harder. As if that weren’t enough, there’s no record of their existence as individuals in the civil registry, which ultimately means they have no IDs, they can’t vote, and they’re also unable to apply for government benefits. Housing: For generations, communities never demanded for permanent space to get settle. They used to migrate from village to village. Thus traditionally this large part of the population never had any entitlements on piece of land. These communities mostly depend on common properties like wasteland, village side land, grazing land etc. Thus today they do not have any place where they can even make their make-shift house or a mud house. Today the rights are recognized by piece of paper and records. Nomadic communities never claimed for their traditional customary or even user rights on common land. In fact, these are the communities who have taken least from the society for centuries. Ironically, these are the communities denied of their smallest share. With every development plan of roads, four track highways, airport, malls, or resident societies the ‘illegal settlements’ (are they really?) of the nomadic and de-notified communities is being displaced. With steel and plastic industries growth, the services like polishing vessels, making combs, sharpening knives were turn irreverent and non-viable. Modenr menas of communication and transport made things so easy that there were not scopes for traditional means and methods and communities too. Mega-malls culture, where clothes, hardware, software, grocery, and cosmetics all underneath the earth can be bought below one roof has left hardly any scopes for retail commodity sellers. A number of NGOs, including the Ahmedabad-based VSSM (Vicharta Samuday Samarthan Manch),Vanvasi Parishad etc. are engaged for the uplift of the nomadic communities of Gujarat. Interventions that’ve been carried out include establishing informal schools in settlements; helping children access public schools; assisting adults in getting IDs, voter cards, and welfare access; providing professional skills training; and putting pressure on the state government to include the empowerment of nomadic tribes in the political agenda. Knife sharpeners are called Saranyias, after the saran, their knife-sharpening tool (pictured). Once upon a time Saranyias were welcomed into villages because of the useful services they provided. But nowadays settled villagers can find this service everywhere, so there’s little living to be made from knife sharpening only.

This elder from a snake charmers’ (Vadee) tribe showed me pictures of his glorious past when he used to perform in front of prominent Indian people. When the Wildlife Protection Act was implemented, snake charming became illegal, and he couldn’t perform anymore. In this photo I portrayed him playing his pungi (snake-charming musical instrument). Anthropologists have identified about 500 nomadic groups in India, including 315 nomadic tribes and 198 denotified tribes. Five million of the nomads live in Maharashtra alone. “DNTs (denotified and nomadic tribes) are among the most underprivileged and destitute communities today,” according to a working group on denotified and nomadic tribes constituted by the National Advisory Council, which sets the government’s social agenda. The type of dwellings varies from simple tents 1 to small houses made of mud and bricks, like the ones in the background of these portraits. In the modern world these tribes don’t need to live like nomads anymore. There’s no reason for them to keep moving like they used to, and many of them now want to settle and change their lifestyle, but settling and change come with a number of social, financial, and bureaucratic challenges. As a Urbanisation is speeding its pace year by year, the Modern India is not able to identify their existence in society. Which has ended up their contribution as merely construction workers and labours based on daily wages. With the fading away of their culture and identity, the Indian society is also losing some undocumented ancient knowledge system, which must have been mastered through the ages old experience of mankind. Some of these have been recently identified as the method of tracing the natural water stream, methods of reviving the soil and many such practices. There is a need of re-assess the decision of Rapid Urbanisation and Economic Development Goals, to become more socially inclusive.

M.U.R.P. and B.Arch with 14 years of experience from M.S.University having Experience in Profession and Academics both since decade now. My keen interest is to explore the world of Knowledge.

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As part of their employment-generation strategy, VSSM provides professional training to some of these struggling communities and offers financial support in the form of loans to start up and carry forward alternative or complementary trades.

Kaun Banega Crorepati: A Dream Come True!

“Pallavi Mahida…Pallavi Mahida number one sthan par aa gayi hain…. Wah…Jordar Talliyaan ho jaye Pallavi Mahida ji ke liye…Pallavi Ji bahut bahut badhai aapko…. These were the words uttered by Sadi Ke Mahanayak Shri Amitabh Bacchan ji when my name flashed on the top of the score board of Fastest Finger First round of KBC on 21st October 2021…. These words shall echo in my ears all my life. My journey started with a dream which I used to see while answering the questions watching 1 the KBC show,imagining myself sitting next to Big B someday. Last year in April I answered 10 questions on Sony TV not realizing that it was the first step towards the realization of my long-cherished dream. It is said that out of Lakhs of people aspiring to be on KBC and some lucky ones get a call and to my surprise I got a call from Sony TV ….But the journey had just begun….3 telephonic question answer rounds….one online General knowledge test and six small videos to be uploaded about yourself was done till 30th May……then a long wait……and then on 22nd June I got a call for personal interview round at Mumbai. I was super excited and already started imagining myself on the HOT SEAT… but the scenario in Mumbai made me nervous looking at hundreds of people queuing for four days….and the same had happened in other four metro Cities. A general Knowledge Test and a personal interview at Mumbai venue again! and then a long wait for the final call for the FASTEST FINGER FIRST round. I waited desperately for the call till on 1st October I got a call and I was on the seventh heaven. The actual journey started from here when A five-member crew for Sony TV came to shoot my story and for a movie of two minutes they stayed for one whole day at my place and the other day they visited my College…. i had already started feeling like a celebrity by then…and then me and my husband flew to Mumbai on sponsored ticket and were put up in a 4-star accommodation. There were constant follow-ups from the Costume team…the Reality team comprising of young and creative members of the Sony TV crew to guide me in case of my selection for the HOT SEAT. And then the D Day arrived when we along with the other contestants started in a bus to the Goregaon Film city for the shooting. The scene of the set, the lighting, the sound, the chilled AC and finally the charismatic presence of Amitabh Bacchan was just enough to make anyone nervous. It was an experience of its kind and finally at the fourth attempt I could make it to hot seat. Each episode of one hour is shot very meticulously and patiently with takes and retakes for about three hours and there are two such shoots every day. The energy level shown by Big B at the age of 78 years taught me that there is no age of retirement and if you peruse your dream with passion, it is definitely going to come true.

EXPERIENCES

Asso. Prof. Pallavi Mahida

Asst. Prof. Athira R. Nair Secured First Rank in Bachelor of Architecture of College of Architecture -S.V.I.T., Vasad. Along with the Certificate she was presented with a GOLD MEDAL to recognize her academic achievement for the year 2020 by Laxmi Toor Dal, Vasad in the memory of Late Shri Rajivbhai Shanabhai Patel.

Asst Prof. Esha Dalal (Author), Dr. Gayatri Docto (Co- Author)

Presented Paper in international conference ICSOFTCOM 2021 organized by Charusat University in December 2021 on “Study of Technological Interventions in Collection and Transportation of Municipal Solid Waste Management Practices – A Case of Ahmedabad City”.

Asst. Prof. Athira R. Nair

Asst. Prof. Santa Rakshit

Secured Academic Excellence Award in Bachelor of Architecture of College of Architecture -S.V.I.T., Vasad. Along with the Certificate she was presented with a GOLD MEDAL to recognize her academic achievement for the year 2020. ( 5th year overall award - semester 9th and 10th)

Work title - I always loved neatness ,Now I hold the half -inch Himalayas in my hand

Asst. Prof. Navin Chahande

Mr. WWRajendra Bhai Patel

My work was part of group exhibition Titled- Revolution and counter revolution at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai it was held on 27 March 2022 it was curated by Mr. Parbhakar Kamble.

Asst. Prof. Praveen Suthar Sustainable Architecture- M. Arch. Gold medal award from 2019-21 Academic Year.

Artist & Faculty- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad

FACULTY ACHEIVEMENTS

Paper Published in “Computer Science and Technology An International Journal

Art Exhibition, held by the Faculty of Fine Arts Alumni Association, MSU, on 6th10th January 2022, saw the involvement of Prof. Santa Rakshit. Her work title was “I always loved neatness, Now I hold the half -inch Himalayas in my hand.”

Librarian- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad 1. Online FDP on “Management Information System” in AICTE Training & Learning (ATAL) Academy at All Indian Council For Technological Education, New Delhi. 2. Research Methodology for Librarians, Faculty members and Research Scholars in AICTE-DCRUST Sponsored One Week National Online Faculty Training Programme (FTP) at University Library, Deenbandhu Chhotu Tam University of Science and Technology, Murthal, Sonepat, Haryana, India 3. “The New Normal Reinventing Libraries and Librarianship” held during 31st July- 13th August, 2021 in online mode and obtained Grade A in UGC Sponsored Refresher Course at HRDC , Doctor Harisingh Gour Vishwavidhyalaya, Sagar, MP. 4. Virtual Library Management Development Programme on” Contemporary Trends & Technologies in Library & Information Science” in Library Management Development Programme (LMDP) at CVM University, Gujarat, Management Library Network (MANLIBNET), New Delhi and Jio Institute, Mumbai, India 5. “International Workshop on Academic Writing and Publishing in International Workshop at Tripura University, Suryaaninagar, Agartala, Tripura, ,India. 6. “Role of Libraries and Librarians in Pandemic Era” in Joint AICTE- GTU - STTPShort Terms Training Programme at Platinum Foundation Gandhinagar Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, India.

ABOUT CELL- Our Research cell aims to inculcate Research Culture in Architecture to enhance values and potential of various expertise and disciplines within and creat a new knowledge for the fraternity. Faculty Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Pallavi Mandale Abhale and Assoc. Prof. Swara Shah

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1. INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH FRAMEWORK is based on: 1) Academic Research 2) Faculty Publication and Research Initiatives 3) Collaborative Research with Urban local Bodies, various government bodies, public or private institutions. Following are the research initiatives done during this academic year: 1) Call for Abstracts being shortlisted at International Students Conference on "Research in Architecture ", initiated by D. Y. Patil, School of Architecture, Pune. In February 2022. Shortlisted entries of students along with mentors: Vineet Shah, 5th Year B. Architecture, Guided by: Prof. Ashwin Mukul (Title "An urge to proclaim the unheard: treasure of Khambhat",Gujarat.) Mahima Patel, 5th Year B. Architecture, Guided by Prof. Pallavi Mahida (Title: Rethinking synergy of liveability and identity: Reinterpreting the religious centre of Dakor" Pranjali Maganahalli, 5th Year, B. Architecture, Guided by: Prof. Pallavi Mandale Abhale (Title: Neighborhood compatibility in relation to quality of life and livability in urban areas". 2. Research proposal being shortlisted in 12 entries all over nation in December 2021, for conducting research under : “The Urban Studio Research project” USRP 2021 initiated by Council of Architecture, New Delhi, India. Title “CHANGING MOSAIC” Re-imagining the Future of Wada's Precinct, Core City, Vadodara. To proactively engage in issues of the built environment in our cities for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of the UNDP. This project will be engaged for 2years and observe it's implementation possibilities with Urban local Body (VMSS) of Vadodara with the support of various stakeholders at local as well as regional level. Project Investigating Team:

Prof.Sailesh Nair (Principal) Prof. Pallavi Abhale (Principal Investigator) Prof. Ashwin Mukul Prof.Pallavi Mahida Prof. Preety Shah, Prof. Purvi Oza Prof. Rohini Kachroo Prof.Swara Shah Asst. Prof. Jaishree Mishra Asst. Prof.Dhwani Bhavsar

3. Enhance the practice of reading and writing: skills through academic exercises in various subjects, Like Design Seminar, Electives, Architectural Journalism, Appreciation of Music with Architecture, etc

EXIHIBITION & HERITAGE WALK - NAGAR VISHISHTHA- USRP- Project

College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad, organised An Open Exhibition and Heritage walk on "NAGAR VISHISHTHA", An Ethnographic Space Manifestation of Wadas of Vadodara, at the opening of our 16th Annual Festival ZESTOPUS – 2022 on 3rd April 2022. The event was hosted at Prof. Manekrao Akhada, Vadodara and Inaugurated by Honorable Chief Guest Shri A. B. Gor, ( IAS) Collector and Dist. Magistrate, Vadodara as the Chief Guest of the program. He shared his views upon Sustaining and preserving the Cultural Heritage and role of Architecture discipline in making the concern more grounded with this project. He also suggested the importance of various stakeholder's in the project, and their association to bring out interesting solutions for the city and it's architecture . The program witnessed eminent personality Shri. Upendrasinh Khasgivale who is a descendent 1 of Sardar's of Gaekwad regime for sparing his valuable time with us and extended his support and wishes for this project. The program further engaged a Panel Discussion with invited experts Shri. Rajendra Harpale, Managing Trustee of Prof. Manikrao Akhada, Prof. Prakash Pethe, Architect and Ex- TDO, VMC, and Shri, Chandrashekhar Patil, Art Conservator and Historian, Vadodara who together enlightened audience by their unique experience focusing the talk on "Importance of Cultural Heritage and it's correlation with the field of Architecture, History and Conservation". This discussion consisted of rich dialogues with historic and Cultural importance which interested the audience. The Project is a part of Research Conducted Under USRP Project of Council of Architecture, shortlisted in top 12 project all over India. This Exhibition was put up by faculty team along with 3rd year B.Arch students as a part of Research Project to generate awareness about the Rich Culture and Heritage and engage the local residents and stakeholders.

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RESEARCH CELL- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad

Prof. ASWIN MUKUL CHAIRMAN- Academic year- 2022-24 Board of Studies- Sardar Patel University Sir hs been appointed by Sardar Patel University as Chairman for Board of Studies for acedamic year 2022 to 2024. Meeting with members of BOS of colleges under SPU discuss Syllabus and course of action of diffrent subjects and method of teaching schedule and credit system assigned by Council of Architecture minimum teaching standards 2020-22 . Any matter regarding subject will be taken up in board and resolution will be passed with Chairman's SPU Registrar and Syndicate Panel.

PLACEMENT CELL The Placement Cell plays a crucial role in locating job prospects for students of the college by keeping in touch with reputed firms and industrial institutions. The Placement Cell operates round the year to ease contacts between companies and graduates. The number of students placed through the campus interviews is unceasingly rising. On invitation, many reputed industries visit the institute to conduct interviews like Loneoak, , l &T, pinnacle InfoTech, The Placement Cell organizes career guidance programmes for all the students starting from first year.

INTERNATIONAL CELL

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SPECIAL MENTION

The objective of international cell is to provideprospects to Indian students to get multicultural learning experiences and an exposure to the diversity of academic and professional environments to enrich their learning experience and for international students to be 1 part of the Indian milieu. As a university engaging in the education of professionals, it is our effort that our students be well informed with a considered worldview and a deeper understanding of issues that are relevant to the global context as well as local.

DIGITAL CELL PUBLICATION

PUBLICATION CELL

Mass media is the most effective form of communication in the current scenario. This cell aims to transform all programs into an online digital format which includes promotional activities such as portfolio content writing, types of, brands, social media networking, and videos. Thus, taking our digital platform to greater heights.

Publication Cell is an initiative of COA SVIT Vasad, started in 2020 with an aim to promote the activities and accolades of the college. This venture includes the annual magazine Continuum’22, Newsletter, brochures, etc. The Publication Cell seeks to document each and every memory by mapping out the students’ and faculties’ talents and skills, thereby, contributing to the progress of the university.

WOMEN DEVELOPMENT CELL

WEBINAR & SEMINAR CELL

Neighbourhood compatibility in relation to quality of life and livability in urban areas.

Women form an integral part of the Indian society. At COA SVIT Vasad, the ratio of female to male is approximately 1:1 counting both students and teachers. This cell aims to safeguard women, listen to their complaints and empower them. Women's day celebration and related seminars are a few of its activities.

Amidst the rising pandemic crisis, there has been a turning point in the education scenario. Online teaching methods have been adopted through applications like Google Classroom. To make the curriculum more interesting, COA SVIT Vasad has conducted about 55 webinars in the past 5 years and 8 seminars in this academic year regarding diverse topics such as Heritage and Conservation, Urban Design and Urban Planning, etc Professionals like the Grid Architects, Ar. Dipen Gada, etc had been invited to interact with the students and make them aware of their ongoing projects and patterns.

PRANJALI MAGANAHALLI Semester- 9th Guided by Prof. Pallavi Mandale Abhale

PAPER PRESENTATION

Presently over 55% of the world live in urban areas. With the escalation in population in urban areas, challenges of better quality of life and livability of the residents are also inevitable. Many urbanists have defined various theories but the most followed and debated was the Perry’s model of the neighborhood unit and it became a recurring concept in the planning of cities. Perry delivered the notion of human-scale neighbourhood planning in the modern urban context. The paper intends to discuss the urban physical environment and imposed urban consequences of which we are a part. With the thriving urban areas, the challenges of sustainable development and human-environment interaction are unavoidable. The paper in this context also discusses the concept of the neighbourhood unit by Clarence Perry and other protagonists and acknowledge its essence and need in the contemporary urban scenario for better quality of life and liveability in urban areas. Key words: Neighbourhood unit, urbanisation, transit-oriented, liveability, human-scale, contemporary.

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1.Introduction: There has been tremendous urbanisation in past few decades. According to the United Nations in 2016 over 55% of the world lived in urban areas and it is projected that over 68% will be living in urban areas by 2050. (i). The urban areas are constantly evolving to cater to the needs of the growing population and yet people are inaccessible to basic amenities. Such conditions are repercussion of the developmental activities 1 like infrastructure development and transit-oriented development which are inevitable in the contemporary urban scenario but rupture the existing neighbourhoods. There has been constant examination of effects of urban physical environment on the quality of life of the residents. “People living in the greatest cities may not be happy if their children are not able to attend the school without crossing the transit way or are not able to buy groceries from a nearby store or do not have access to playgrounds and open spaces”, says Perry in The neighbourhood unit, from the regional survey of New York and its environs, Volume 7 1.1 Aim: To understand the urban physical environment and neighborhood compatibility in relation to quality of life and livability in urban areas.

1.2 Research objectives: To understand the urban physical factors that impact the livability and quality of life in urban areas. To address Perry’s neighborhood theory and its viability in the contemporary urban scenario. Understanding compatibility of Perry’s model for social well-being of the residents. To derive conclusions and recommendations that shall be viable to present and upcoming urban scenarios. 1.3 Scope and limitations: The study is applicable to all urbanizing areas and addresses the residential neighborhoods, considering the urban physical environment which directly affects the quality of life and livability and considers the neighborhood as the basic unit of planning through various theoretical based approach and correlation with socio cultural infrastructuret, public interactive spaces, recreational spaces and walkability which shall be discussed further. The study includes population of all categories, age and gender. Climate change has not been addressed and focusses majorly on the development of residential neighborhood and industrial zone has not been addressed. The study discusses only discusses the physical and tangible factors and does not discuss the intangible aspects of the humankind.

Figure:1 Livability Urban systems are a multitude of closely intertwined elements which makes it unique in itself. The term livability has been used by planners since very long. The advent of automobile technology affected the cities so much that the individual building became the center and social functions were barely addressed. The term became popular in early 1980s with the decline in growth of urban centers and boosted growth of sub-urbs along with the annual surveys that ranked livable cities. (ii). The term ‘livability’ is more than just good quality of life or standard of living. It encompasses complex relationships of services like parks and green spaces while incorporating varied ethnicity, employment opportunities, economic dynamism and sense of safety. (ii). Hence it is a complex relationship of physical, social and perceptual components and livability is not only about physical aspect but incorporates social dimension of people’s interaction with the local environs. 3.1 Perry’s model of neighborhood unit With the advent of automobile technology, the developmental activities in the form of freeways and transit-oriented development led to the inception of the neighborhood theory by Clarence Arthur Perry. He said that cellular city was inevitable product of automobile age. The freeways started cutting up the residential islands into smaller and smaller fragments and segregated by streams of traffic. People felt a sense of community identity in their places as they had a distinct cultural and spatial character. The population was also constantly escalating in the apertures between the city and villages, a loss for the community identity was also felt by Perry.

Figure:2 Perry’s Neighborhood unit model (iii)

Perry’s idea for neighborhood incorporated certain important facilities which are local for a residential community. He believed that the neighborhood should be treated as a part of a larger whole while being a distinct identity in itself. He majorly had five elements of neighborhood planning: Size: The town is classified into a sector which can accommodate a population of 10000/square kilometer, in this case the radius from the center is 400m. Boundaries: The neighborhood was bounded by major arterials on the periphery which shall help in avoiding thorough traffic from the neighborhood. Internal streets: Distinguishes local streets from arterial streets and using curvilinear street design can benefit both the safety and aesthetic purposes of the streets in the neighborhood. Streets, by design, avoid the traffic and enhance the safety of pedestrians. Shopping centers: Keeping the shopping and commercial areas to the perimeter or to the main entrance of the neighborhood exclude the non-local traffic and to enhance the safety of the pedestrians on the streets. Open Spaces: Ten percent of the total land shall be left for parks and open spaces. This will create sufficient places for play and community interaction for the neighborhood thus increasing community socialization and growth as a whole School was the center of the neighborhood unit. Since the educators at that time felt that a capacity of 800-1500 students was right for the primary school, He concluded that the unit should suffice the families with that number of children. A half mile radius would be a right size for the unit so that children can walk to school without crossing the busy streets. He had a graded system for roads with the straight arterials on the edges but he was in odds with the arterials passing through the unit. The internal streets were designed in a way that the traffic would move considerably slow for the safety of pedestrians. However, Perry’s model is idealized but this shall vary with the change in geographical characteristics, population density and number of children attending the primary school. (iv) 3.2 Evolution of Perry’s Model: Perry had various protagonists who took forward the theory with various differences.

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2 Methodology and materials: To achieve the fundamental target of the research paper the term livability and parameters of livability in urban areas has been discussed. By reviewing the existing literature, the theory of Clarence Perry for the neighborhood unit has been discussed along with the theories of other protagonists. Open Spaces: Ten percent of the total land shall be left for parks and open spaces. The neighborhoods are the smaller blocks which build a city hence to know the elements which constitute a neighborhood is also important. The contemporary urban scenario, challenges in the physical urban environment has been discussed in the second part of the paper in co relation to the neighborhoods and the physical and social well-being through neighborhood betterment has been discussed in the paper.

Figure:3 Engelhardt’s Neighborhood unit model (iii)

Figure:3 Stein’s model of neighborhood unit. (iii)

Stein’s model suggests 1/4th mile (400m) radius of the unit with cul-de-sac streets to avoid thorough traffic. Three units have been grouped to form a system with one or two commercial districts and a common elementary school. He group two to three units to form a town of one mile radius which shall contain a high school and one or more commercial areas in common. Stein’s plan of Radburn had implementation of this concept to a certain degree. (iii) The plan of Radburn designed by Clarence Stein and Henry Wright was totally based on the model of neighborhood unit. It was an integrated model inclusive of the motor cars and pedestrians and has evolved itself becoming a base for the contemporary community planning. The neighborhood theories are constantly referred and were reconceptualized in the due course of time. The theories encompass a size of population with common facilities like educational, recreational activities and other associated services and from the benchmark of these amenities the size of the neighborhood would emerge. The theories are considerate of the three heads of livability; Physical well-being, social well-being and the perception of the area. In the contemporary urban context, many cities have been planned based on this concept. In India, cities like Chandigarh, Bhubaneshwar and Gandhinagar witness influence of these theories on their planning.

4. Contemporary urban scenario: The notion of neighborhood unit in the olden times had a strong sense of community, belongingness and identity. Close proximity to the neighborhood services enhanced interactions and community activities. With the emergence of the urban areas and mass society along with modernization has proven to cause a greater damage. (iii) With the rise of urban centers, the contemporary urban context has been fragmented into smaller and smaller islands with inadequately planned areas. The urban environment in the contemporary context is less dependent on the close physical residential environment. The housing infrastructure is designed in singularity and disregard the fact that the dwelling units rarely stand alone in a given physical environment (iii). The dwellings in singularity does not encourage community and associated activities and in turn lack social support which also generates a sense of strangeness and affects the well-being of the residents. 4.1 Urban physical environment : In the present context, the urban areas are epicenter of all in all better standard of living and people tend to migrate to the urban areas, due to which urban areas become a victim of imposed urban consequences to cater to the high influx population. Urban neighborhoods play a particular role in shaping urban population health due to their unique socio-ecological environments. (v). There are various positive and negative urban physical environment. Research shows that urban air, water, and noise pollution can have substantial effects on the well-being of urban populations. For example, living close to major streets or airports increases exposure to traffic noise and pollution and is associated with higher levels of stress and aggression. Urban light exposure may further influence the circadian rhythm and change sleeping patterns with known consequences for mental well-being. Less green space may indicate more traffic noise and worse access to neighborhood resources. The urban built in the form of high-rise units turn out to be oppressive and the fast-moving streams of raging traffic on the primary roads which also crosses through the residential areas may portray as a threat in the form of accidents to the population. Open spaces in the form of public parks, playgrounds and leisurely gardens are often regarded as the lungs of the cities which the urban areas 1 lack. (v). 4.2 Urban physical and social well-being: There are various impacts of urban physical environments on the behavior and activity of people. People prefer to reside in better neighborhood, enjoy and interact with the spaces they live in. Positive urban environment may result into improved quality of life and better mental health of the residents. Improvement in urban physical setting would definitely improve the social well-being in the city. The urban environment should be inducing of certain activities in the population. Greater access to green space and better walkability is associated with less depression and enhanced physical activity that may promote health. The accessible green spaces induce physical activities in form playing in children and exercising in adults which keeps them physically healthy. The recreational aspects of well-maintained and accessible urban green and blue spaces are interconnected with well-being of urban residents. Tall buildings are an inevitable product of the contemporary urban areas to accommodate high influx population for various functional aspects like housing, office spaces etc. The urban street canopy can reduce the “oppressive” effects of tall buildings while also providing shaded areas in turn supporting the well-being of the residents. (v) 5 Discussions and conclusions: Neighbourhoods see their existence since the Garden City theories by Ebenezer Howard and is an important part of a planning construct. The neighborhoods are the threads of the inter woven urban fabric and should be planned adequately for the welfare of the influx urban population and this will lead to a better environment in urban areas. Improvement of the physical conditions of the neighbourhood will enhance the socio-cultural bonds which will inculcate a sense of belongingness in people. On a larger frame of reference, cities must be planned considering the neighbourhoods as well as the developmental activities while on the other hand the neighbourhoods should be developed as a community-oriented development which supports the notion of human-scale mixed neighbourhood generating the positive urban environment.

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The neighborhoods were co related with the others by the level of school facilities. The middle school (grade 7-10) was common between two neighborhoods and upper school (grade 11-12) was common between four neighborhoods. He proposed a distance of 1/2 mile (800m) for elementary school and 1/4 mile for parks and playgrounds. (iii)

MAHIMA PATEL

Semester- 9th- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad. Guided By: Associate Prof. Pallavi Mahida College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad.

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Abstract: Change is inevitable and the cities around us are constantly transforming. Dakor imbibes a predominant religious character that gives the town its identity. The image of Dakor is visualized through the Ranchhodraiji Temple complex and surrounding Gomti Lake Precinct with adjoining Ghats. It’s significance, however, is gradually being blanketed by various factors that touch upon economic, demographic and developmental aspects. Dakor’s economy is solely dependent on the Temple, leading to stagnation of growth with respect to population and infrastructure. There is a need to come up with solutions that take into considerations the religion, ecology and future scope of Dakor to enhance the overall liveability of the town. This paper aims to bring out the importance of the temple in the development and functioning of the town that supports new urban changes while strongly reinforcing the traditional religious sanctity. Keywords: Temple complex, floating population, ecology, future scope, liveability, religion. 1. Introduction: Dakor is a prime religious landmark of India welcoming a floating population of Lacs on festivals and special days like Poonam. The Temple complex and Lake Precinct has impacted the overall town development and it seeps down to the small nuances in people’s lifestyle. The layout of the town echo’s the influence of the temple and continues to run its economy on the basis of the activities directly or indirectly related to the temple complex. This has resulted in the stagnation of growth with respect to population and infrastructure despite the rich history and religious values. The high influx of floating population has had many repercussions on the environment and marine ecology. There is a need to rethink the aspects of identity and liveability to foster development that binds the past and future in harmony. 1.1 Aim: The study aims to outline the significance of the Temple complex as an identity of Dakor in juxtaposition to the future scopes of enhancing liveability. The goal is to explore possible approaches for development and design interventions that can integrate Religion, Ecology and Futuristic ideas to induce growth. 1.2 Research objectives: The objectives of the study are- -To understand the religious value of the Temple complex and its inter-dependence on the town. -To address the socio-cultural, physical and ecological concerns in relation to the high influx of floating population. -To identify the future scope of the town with respect to Economy, Demography and Development. -To present appropriate design strategies and proposals that support new urban changes while strongly reinforcing the traditional religious sanctity. 1.3 Scope and Limitations: The scope of the study lies in the distinct factors and issues of the town. The strategies outlined are unique to the town of Dakor, based on specific data analysis of the existing conditions. 2. Methodology and materials The methodology adopted for the study was carried out in two stages: Stage-1: Analysis of the existing condition of Dakor: Primary data was collected through multiple site visits that included a detailed mapping of streets and Ghats, photographs, sketches, mapping pilgrim activities and video shootings to capture the pedestrian movement and pattern. A local level survey was conducted to find out about the importance of the Temple for the locals, issues faced by them due to the high rush of pilgrims and their expectations from the town, ten years down the line. Questions were asked to find out more about the community, their religion, sources of education for children and the night life in Dakor. The data collected was then converted into charts, graphs and legible maps to clearly depict the existing condition.

Stage-2: Proposing design interventions and strategies. The data analysed was used to frame a hypothesis regarding Decentralization and expansion of activities to induce economic progress of the stagnant town. The hypothesis was supported by ground and site-specific solutions. The paper is presenting a proposal that is an extension of the hypothesis framed supporting the conclusions derived. The methodology adopted is summarised in figure-1 in the form of a flow chart. 3. Literature review in the current trend of urbanism, the concept of liveability plays an important role in the urban planning field. The term” liveability” itself defines the goals for the quality of life and social development. It has a major connection with transportation, social cohesion, resilience, and subjective well-being. [iii] Measuring the Liveability of a local area can be done through a map survey that includes mapping services, facilities, public infrastructure and quality of open spaces and roads. This can be followed by a street survey, having questions on street infrastructure, play areas, gardens, vegetation and housing to determine the subjective opinions of people. [iv] Cities are ranked for liveability based on objective as well as subjective factors.

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Rethinking synergy of liveability and identity: A case of the religious town of Dakor, Gujarat

Figure-1) Study Methodology Figure-2 given below illustrates the factors of Liveability The strategies for improving liveability, can be narrowed down under 4 basic heads Traffic congestion- Heavy traffic leads to people spending more time in vehicles rather than their homes resulting in frustration and stress. Traffic causes noise and air pollution that further adds to the problem. Social inequalities- These lead to a sense of tension and unrest in a community. It causes poverty, unemployment and unhealthy relations between people, negatively impacting children and teenagers. Defining the research objectives Literature review Primary data collection Secondary data collection Local survey Site visits Preparation of drawings, charts and maps Data analysis Deriving probable solutions History of the Temple, Dakor route map, location, nearby landmarks Environmental issues- A person’s physical and mental health is directly related to his or her environment. Hence, clean public places, waste management and hygiene are crucial for a better life quality. Urban sprawl- This results in the construction of additional infrastructure and housing that leads to a loss of natural habitat and lack of services for new developments. The strategies for improving liveability, can be narrowed down under 4 basic heads Traffic congestion- Heavy traffic leads to people spending more time in vehicles rather than their homes resulting in frustration and stress. Traffic causes noise and air pollution that further adds to the problem. Social inequalities- These lead to a sense of tension and unrest in a community.

Figure-3) Existing layout of Dakor 4.1 Significance of the Temple precinct The temple precinct is situated on the banks of Gomti lake in the midst of the main Vada bazaar of Dakor. It has 8 domes and 24 turrets, with the central dome reaching a height of 27 m. It is the tallest temple in the district with a golden Kalash and white silken flag, having a strong influence of Maharashtrian style architecture. [ii] The floating population which is in lacs is temporal in nature, the temple being visited at Poonam (the full moon day) of Hindu calendar every month with pedestrians thronging it from places as far as 150 kms. The Vada bazaar street is the prime access to the temple that houses the traditional local market known for vessels, toys and religious offerings. These narrow streets (4-5 m wide) are purely pedestrian during the Aarti timings because vehicular access is blocked. Maximum rush of pilgrims is witnessed during this time and it often leads to excessive congestion and overcrowding at the Hiralaxmi node. 4.2 Ecological, physical and socio-cultural impacts The shops of Gotawala’s near the temple along the entrance to the Ghats, serve as magnets attracting public inflow, adding to the high public density and unhygienic conditions due to improper disposal of waste. Figure-4 shows the crowding pattern at Hiralaxmi node. Various informal activities take place along the Ghats including play areas for children, boating, religious rituals and temporary kiosks selling goods. This has resulted in random garbage disposal in the Gomti Lake and waste accumulation along the Ghats, detoriating the water edge.

Figure-6) Local survey results

This has had major repercussions on the lake ecosystem and marine species, including the death of various types of fish. Figure-5 shows the layers of activities, public and vehicles on the Ghats and Vada bazaar street. The population ratio of Dakor has major percentage of oldage citizens (above 50), resulting in a lack of new scopes and employment generation. -The built form of Dakor presents an absence of major entertainment and recreational zones for citizens. - Lacks green open spaces for breathing new life. A local survey was conducted to determine the interests of the local people as shown in figure-6 given below. 5. Idea of Liveability and Identity in Dakor – Design strategies for development The above observations are used to frame a hypothesis with a vision to ‘Induce urban development of Dakor through unification of the Lake precinct and enhancement of regional connectivity.’ The strategies are an effort to integrate Identity and Liveability using principles of Decentralization and expansion to promote growth of the stagnant. Long-term goals (economic growth and development): 1. Decongestion of the town by creating new points of attraction, through infrastructure like parking, play areas and market spaces. 2. Developing new facilities like educational campuses, open parks, ecological parks and recreational zones to attract the young population 3. Creation of additional waterways within the lake by developing Jetty stations and boating services. 4. Lake purification and strategies for waste management along the water edges to maintain the ecological and religious balance of the lake Short-term goals (Identity and floating population): 5. Redeveloping the existing roads to include footpaths, sufficient width for vehicles and shaded sitting spaces. 6. Reorganising the market spaces and random commercial development along Vada bazaar street. 7. Redevelopment of the core-temple precinct. 8. Shifting the informal and temporary activities from the Ghats to create open spaces within the dense urban fabric. 9. Rejuvenation of dead street pockets and adaptive reuse of structures like TCGL complex 6. Results and discussions: Despite the rich history and architectural character, the identity of towns is often overshadowed due to the lack of management and infrastructure available. The temple precinct becomes the focal point of development and the town functions on the basis of a temple-dependent economy. In such cases the Locals are often deprived of basic facilities like parks, open leisure spaces, proper streets and services, that are essential elements of a liveable environment.

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Environmental issues- A person’s physical and mental health is directly related to his or her environment. Hence, clean public places, waste management and hygiene are crucial for a better life quality. Urban sprawl- This results in the construction of additional infrastructure and housing that leads to a loss of natural habitat and lack of services for new developments. 4. The existing scenario of Dakor Dakor is a small town located in the Thasra taluka of Kheda district. It has a population of 25,658 and is well known as a religious pilgrimage centre housing the Ranchhodraiji Maharaj temple and the Gomti Lake. It is also a well-known trading area selling religious merchandise and items related to sacred rituals.

An urge to proclaim the unheard: treasure of Khambhat, Gujarat VINIT SHAH Semester- 9th- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad Guided by Prof. Ashwin Mukul, College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad

Figure-8) Proposed development zones in Dakor

Conclusion: The study presented is a detailed analysis of the ground reality of Dakor. The hypothesis derived from data collected can act as a guide for development in towns having similar concerns. The research provides a basic framework for related future studies. The information, however, is largely focused on the core Gamtal area of Dakor. There are many unexplored places within the town that have huge potential for bringing about a positive impact. The overall concept is the application and importance of liveability in urban design.

1. Introduction & Background of study: Architectural history plays a crucial role shaping this identity and baptizes places with a robust character. One can never deny a fact that the oldest man in town witnesses the longest face of change and growth. Hence, each place becomes a product of its evolution. The town embrace its traces dating back to more than fifteen centuries because of its cogent geographical location. Dominant Mughal ruling in India gave a definite boundary to the town with magnificent heritage structures which encompasses the Jami Mosque. 1 the gulf which shouldered the anchoring of commuting ships as a The farthest edge of mosque complex faced harbor. The town emerged out as an active locus for oil & natural gas industries which acquired copious benefits from the gulf. Apart from its physical and tangible growth, Khambhat was eminent of Agate stone artistry and Kite craftsmanship where the settlements gated their boundaries with their respective occupations. The town developed notable number of administrative structures with gothic features during the British ruling span. Also, Khambhat reflect a fine blend of multiple communities living in harmony where religious structures totaling of 800, including Jain Upashrayas, Temples and Mosques are still surviving over belief and sentiments. From eyes of an unknown traveler, while walking down to Khambhat, the town portrays an image of a vintage vista with narrow streets, intricate facades of old structures, a combined trait of local transit systems with an overlay of various informal activities running altogether. The streets and nodes not only upheld the vehicular congestion but also the fast-moving pedestrians, screams by hawkers, street sellers which holistically frame a sight of ‘liveliness’. The sprawl is developing with unrestricted growth in just singular direction while the core of town is somehow silent with restricted policies and controlled lifestyle. The town was once a landmark for trading and distinct craftsmanship, but in today’s time, people are compelled to be dependent on adjacent cities to cater their basic needs. Research Question: Khambhat carries the most diverse opportunities in heritage tourism, local businesses, and yet a rope of boundary restricts its growth, holding back its showcase. A town depending on outsourcing and migrating for basic needs is a question for every stakeholder of Khambhat against its astounding capabilities. Aim: Reviving the core town of Khambhat by resolving its urban concerns and elevating possibilities for better liveability by catalysing heritage tourism.

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Abstract: Every place inherits an identity in its existence. As history says, ‘water’ made humans settle and grow around it, being an essential asset. This crucial source has helped one such Indian town to carve an identity as one of the leading ports in world history. Cambay, one of the oldest known towns in Indian subcontinent has grown into Khambhat with not just a change in its name but with significant reforms in history and architecture. But as time flies and compels change, the distinct paradigm on which the town was developed from history has now come very far. The silting up of river gradually eradicated the harbour and a fine old seafaring town became a landlubber. Here, the paper focus on the ‘unheard chest of treasure’ which can be revived by rethinking & researching over multidirectional urban strategies amidst its fierce potentials. Keywords: Distinct paradigm, silting, landlubber, seafaring town, urban strategies.

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Scope & limitations: The study would be a tool to grasp with future needs and development of the town, breaking out its dependency on surrounding cities for basic necessities. The architectural strategies will be entirely relying on built infrastructure for encouraging opportunities. Methodology: The methodology adopted for the study was carried out in three stages: Stage 1: Analysing the evolution, growth pattern and present-day situation of the core town of Khambhat. Assimilation of primary data was done through multiple site visits in varieties of climatic conditions and time frames that included a detailed mapping of streets, landmarks & precincts throughout the town. The activities, movement pattern of pedestrians, transit systems, etc were captured digitally and also cultivated manually in the form of live sketches and sections. As informal activities were a charm to the streets, it was important to understand the daily requirements and expectations by the vendors, shopkeepers and residents exposed towards the streets. All of these was covered by on-ground surveys which included one-to-one interactions and a generous sheet of feedback by the stakeholders. The data collected was then converted into charts, graphs and legible maps which clearly projected the existing condition. Stage 2: Identification of issues, loopholes and areas of drawback, restricting the growth and development of the town. Areas of concern pertaining to issues were thoroughly analysed, concluding its particular strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Stage 3: Credible interventions, planning and design strategies justifying the identified issues. The data analysed was used to frame a hypothesis regarding clarity of existing activities and a broader horizon of interventions to induce economic progress of the slow-moving town. The hypothesis was supported by area and site-specific solutions. The paper is presenting a proposal that is an extension of the hypothesis framed supporting the conclusions derived.

3. Literature Review: 3.1 A similar case to relate & study heritage tourism: Ahmedabad has been declared as a World Heritage City at the 41st session of UNESCO's committee held in Poland on July 8, 2017. The day will be remembered in history when for the first time an Indian city was selected as a world heritage property. The nomination of Ahmedabad was supported by nearly 20 countries and all of those concordantly supported the city citing a secular harmony of Islamic, Hindu and Jain communities along with exemplary architecture of intricately carved structures dating back hundreds of years. The walled city has 26 ASI-protected structures, hundreds of 'pols' that capture the essence of community living and numerous sites associated with Mahatma Gandhi who lived here from 1915 to 1930. Of the 287 world heritage cities across the globe, there were only two cities from Nepal and Sri Lanka respectively in the Indian subcontinent. The UNESCO tag added immense value to the city and boost tourism. A heritage cell was set up by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) but city's journey towards attaining a world heritage tag was resting on the following three major decisions: - In 1984 when the first study for conserving heritage structures was instituted. - Launch of the heritage walk from Kalupur Swaminarayan temple. - Its entry into UNESCO's tentative list of world heritage cities in 2011 and preparation of the Ahmedabad dossier by CEPT University. (i) It was in 2016 that the 606-year-old walled city was preferred over Delhi and Mumbai, which had hustled hard for the tag. However, Ahmedabad was clearly better prepared to get the recognition, having pioneered conservation of its "living heritage" for over 20 years. Here, the recognition enhanced the liveability of the city with diverse opportunities of growth as stated by the local businessmen and governing personalities. Hence, reviewing such authentic articles, one can conclude the gap of research against the worth of distinct towns like Khambhat. 3.2 Specific justification to the concept of Liveability: The concept of liveability is very vast and variedly interpreted. 1 through a survey that includes public infrastructure, quality of open Measuring the Liveability of a town can be done spaces and roads. Urban tourism resources determine the quality of urban tourism products. Excellent tourism resources are usually the brand representatives of regional or urban tourism, and they are also key factors influencing urban tourism suitability. On the other hand, the high-quality living environment and lifestyle in liveable cities have become important sources of urban tourism attraction. The existing research shows that with the construction of tourism culture, the improvement of city appearance and the construction of environmental supervision and public service, the urban living environment can be beautified, which is beneficial to further promoting urban construction and function optimization in Khambhat. Existing condition of Khambhat: Physically, the “gulf” of Khambhat has been on the verge of extinction due to silting of the sea. The sprawl is developing with unrestricted growth while the core of town is still withstanding with its vernacular features and architecture. Currently the town is growing its extents under the local government with communal harmony, better public infrastructure and traditional lifestyle.

Figure 1- Methodology order

Figure 2- Conceptual framework to achieve liveability (iii)

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Objectives: To map socio-economic character of old town, understanding its vast history, culture, and evolving built fabric. To reach residents for understanding challenges and opportunities of living. To identify the plausible areas to realign and uplift by probable architectural interventions.

Figure 3- Current land-use map of Khambhat town 4.1 Historic landmarks and significant areas of identity: The town encompasses a fine variety of heritage buildings and structures with socio-cultural values withstanding since Mughal era. Some of the important, nationally recognised structures are as follows: - Jami Mosque: It was constructed in 1325 AD under the rule of Mohmmad Vidhan and Badshah Mohmmad. - Teen Darwaja: Administration area in Khambhat is approached through this gate. It was made in honour of Akbar’s birth. - Teen Batti: Constructed in year 1339, in past years it was consider as important landmark of Khambhat. - Gawara tower: It represents an entrance to the town. - Madla Lake: It is most active recreational campus in town. - Khambhat fort: It was founded in 1730, at the time of the dismemberment of Mughal empire where the governor of Khambhat established himself. - Bohra Dargah: Mausoleum of 1st Wali-ul-hind Moulai Abdullah, Khambhat in 1050-1100AD.

Figure 4- Major landmarks and important structures

During morning, a large number of daily wage workers gather around in search for their jobs. Considerably, moderate amount of crowd is active, parallel to the streets. All the shops which are parallel to the central street have an informal arrangement of spill overs where they set their products for display and thus such attraction lets the crowd to stuck at one particular focal point. Morning and evening hours carry the most of traffic and pedestrian congestion framing a noisy and chaotic environment. There’s a diversion to mass transit right from the bust stand node due to an unsuitable road width ahead. 5. Identified loopholes in present day Khambhat: After some detail execution of ground surveys, interactions, mapping the conditions lead to a concluding list of issues which were directly or indirectly responsible for restricting the expected growth of the town. Following are some of its notations: - While approaching Khambhat through Borsad highway, one need to compulsorily enter the Gawara tower street, which is the central spine of the town. Width of this street is having a hierarchy of 2 lane which then narrow down to a single street of seven metres. This central street does not have clarity of happening activities which result in traffic congestion. Also, the haphazard street parking and illegal encroachments by the shops create a chaotic environment.

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4.2 Mapping of activities on nodes and streets: As there were large number of abandoned residential structures along the main central street, such dead blocks resulted in developing various halting areas which were complimenting the informal activities on the street. Teen Batti chowk and areas nearby to Tower chowk were major stoppages to the entire transit strip.The above figure shows the oldest and busiest streets of the town which was ground surveyed thoroughly to understand its movement and activity pattern. This central street contains a large number of attractions like sweet and bakery shops which are peculiarly only found in Khambhat. Also, a large number of shops are residing on the ground floors of vintage residences which excellently replicates as mixed-use function. Spill overs and informal activities are the major scenarios on the street. Activities performed by hawkers, commercial sellers, on street parking and a lot more holistically create pause points for pedestrians and finally end up in disturbing the vehicular movement of the street. Central tower is the major attraction of the street which provides an area for seating, usually utilized by local transport drivers. Main road of the street is twelve metres wide but only flanks 60% of clear space for the vehicular movement, because of the spill over activities and unorganised on-street parking. The main street had intermediate, narrow streets, opening to outer connections where the linked settlements behind the roads were planned on considerably higher contours. As shown in figure 6, Tower acts as a magnet for the crowd.

- The streets of town have an array of vintage houses which are 100 -120 years old and show some beautiful, intricately chiselled and scenic facades. Many illegal encroachments and spill over activities are performed which somehow diminish the heritage valued visuals. - Khambhat houses a variety of renowned artisans since generations like the kite makers, agate craftsmen, merchants, carpenters, etc. This hidden talent is somewhere bound just to the town but have magnificent potential to generate economy and create local employment opportunities. - Neglecting the rich and varied heritage and built architecture, the town is growing without restrictions and regulations which is depleting the socio-cultural values and fabric which encompass the historic and glorious structures. 6. Strategies for uplifting liveability in Khambhat- Heritage tourism as a catalyst in development: The strategies include short term and long-term design interventions which holistically improve the liveability of the town respecting its economic, sustainable, historic and cultural aspects. Following enlisted are some of the design interventions and inserts with their designated areas as shown in figure 7. A: Enabling the establishment of quality focused public transport systems that are well integrated, providing seamless travel facilities across the town and state, considering the heritage values and fabric of Khambhat. The impact area for this particular intervention will flank around four acres. This aim can be achieved considering the following design objectives: -Relocating and designing a new bus station. -Redevelopment & expansion of railway station. -Developing a city information centre for tourists. B: Revamping the existing, diversified and unorganised market of the town which will justify the needs of consumer and retailers. The impact area for this particular intervention will flank for three acres. This long-term goal will include the following design objectives: -To preserve the traditional market system. -To reconstruct and organizing the movement pattern with a functional, consumer centric design. -To open multi-level opportunities at a centralized place, facilitating the street hawkers and vendors.

Figure 7- Possible design inserts and interventions

Results and discussions: Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries and fastest growing economic sectors. For many countries tourism is seen as a main instrument for regional development, as it stimulates new economic activities. Gujarat, being a development model for the country like India, heritage tourism in Khambhat can be the next inspirational growing foci like Ahmedabad and Jaipur. Conclusion: The study presented is a detailed analysis of the ground reality of Khambhat, highlighting various concerns at a small-scale level as well as from a larger perspective. The hypothesis derived from data collected can act as a guide for development in towns having similar concerns. The research provides a basic framework for related future studies. The information, however, is largely focused on the core town area of Khambhat. There are many unexplored places within the town that have huge potential for bringing about a positive impact. The overall concept that runs throughout the paper is the importance of heritage boost in uplifting liveability and methods to integrate its principles in diverse and unique towns.

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Figure 6- Analysing the most active - “Tower” node

C: Redeveloping the central street of Khambhat commencing from Teen Batti, stretching to Tower node. The strip lengths a distance of 600 meters with a hierarchy of 10-7-10 meter road widths and will impact an area of six acres. The major objectives of this intervention are as follows: -To propose a re-routing & diversion of vehicular movement. -Pedestrianizing the street for a visual identity to the heritage structures within the linear strip. -Ground surgeries at the dilapidated structures and encouraging mix-use for better functionality. -To beautify and retain its originality with addition of street furniture and rejuvenating pause points. D: A heritage walk as marked in the above figure which can cover all the historic and important lanmarks of the core town. The main focus will be on built heritage conservation coupled with heritage tourism, approaching to protect and enhance the outstanding universal values of structures. This intervention will preserve the authenticity and integrity of magnificient built quality of structures, helping the town to generate economy through tourism. E: Developing the Jami mosque precinct will embrace, uplift and revive its identity. The interventions need to be done understanding the sensitivity of a protected monument without harming its physical, social, traditional and religious sentiments. The impact area for this particular intervention will flank for seven acres. This can be achieved considering the following objectives and design parameters: -Standardizing the visual facades and elevations of peripheral houses surrounding the mosque which should not detoriate or overlay the existing fabric. -Necessary setbacks to the mosque boundary to add its supporting informal activities. -To address some recreational activities and array of food kiosks, agate shops, etc. -Addition of access points to the mosque precinct by making the huge parcel of land porous and permeable.

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INTRODUCTION: Since the day mankind set its feet on land, the mind has been wandering on different realms of existence. As the humanity moves forward in the course of time, we begin to explore the farthest ends of the world. Certainly, the imagination and creativity started reaching places, way before the human did in a physical form. The traces of underwater civilization can be easily spotted in almost every section of society, through its diversity and vividness. From Dwarka in the Hindu mythology to the lost empire or Atlantis, humans have always wondered about sub-aquatic life and the related possibilities.

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“The depth of ocean is never bothered, only the height of waves is noticed” – Goutham Lyuk SIGNIFICANCE: In our time, despite the ecological catastrophes, water as life’s origin symbolises the dream of living in a symbiotic relationship with nature, much closer than would ever be possible on dry land. The oceans have an abundance of resources, unlimited energy reserves, and a seemingly endless supply of nutrients. A transportation network of waterways that has to be neither constructed nor maintained. Town planners, architects, technicians, scientists, visionaries, inventors, and individualists have started to explore the utopian realms of water as a place to live. Dwellings, settlements, and cities for hundreds of thousands of inhabitants are already on the drawing board. To date, all civilizations depended on water for development, expansion, or simple survival and achieved these by means of several ways. Firstly, rivers were occupied by settlements throughout their navigable lengths; second, inland seas were utilized as safe areas for commercial transport and colonization. Finally, the oceans were used for exploration, expansion of populations, and commerce between continents. The vital need of water rise to important engineering constructions at a very early stage in history. On the other hand, water played an important role in the mythology, religion and rituals of all cultures throughout the history with its symbolic meanings. It was regarded as one of the basic elements of the universe along with earth, air and fire. Water is accepted as the symbol for life and source of life. “All life depends on water; nothing escapes its influence, and nothing lives without it”. In contrast to the “life-giving” character of water, it also has been a symbol of death and can be perceived as “empty, dark and cold” It’s not just the depth of water which cripples us to the bones, but the uncertainty and hindered movement. Adding up to the adversity of one suffering from Thallasophobia. As asserted by Moore and Lidz; “fountains, rivers, pools, and ocean” are the ways that architecture and water relate. Firstly, important urban places were designated by fountains in towns and cities all through the history. Secondly, rivers and manmade canals have been used for communication, connection and linking cities and empires. Canals were excavated to allow access to the inner parts of the town, as a result streets and waterways were interlocked in cities as in the case of Venice. Thirdly, designers construct artificial pools in the absence of lakes to hold water at rest. Finally, oceans and seas are huge volumes of water that move within themselves. Besides, they can be affirmed as the beginning and end of the water cycle. As mentioned above, water has been used by architects and urban planners as a design element. Moreover, human beings have been living and working on water since prehistoric times of the history.

BACKGROUND: So far, water has had a part in designing structures with different ways. According to Burchard and Flesche, the possible approaches to utilizing water can be classified as: fixed structures that are constructed on piles driven into sea bed, floating structures, structures constructed under water and structures in which construction ice (frozen water) was used. Till now, all of them have been studied extensively by architects except for underwater structures. They have been mostly carried on different fields. Although underwater has always attracted people and designers with its unique characteristics and providing unusual experiences, architects did not deal with these structures until recent years. Namely, it started to be considered as a new medium by architects newly. The curiosity about totally unknown subjects always lead human to struggle for pre-eminence. Exploring, employing and being part of underwater has been a challenge for human beings at all times. Therefore, throughout the history people searched for ways of dominating this mysterious world. ARCHITECTURAL APPROACHES TO UNDERWATER DESIGN: Technologies from other fields were utilized by architects to design and construct underwater projects. So far, structures that were constructed for different purposes inspired architects. Moreover, some of the realized projects were produced by engineers who were experienced in submarine and acrylic tunnel design. On the other hand, one of the main objectives of architecture is to provide users, a comfortable living area by means of meeting their requirements. Namely, architecture creates spaces for people. This purpose of architecture should be valid in any medium, be it underwater. Therefore, architectural aspects for the design of underwater structures should be taken into consideration and discussed with an indication on their difference from terrestrial ones. In the design of underwater structures, it should be intended to meet a set of design goals for a liveable space. In other words, criteria for a liveable space should be defined and applied according to underwater conditions. These 1 criteria can be listed as: • Keeping the inside pressure equal to the surface pressure. • Establishing adequate technical systems to meet human comfort. • Meeting all the physiological requirements of occupants. • Providing convenient lighting to the space. • Offering an adequate transportation system to carry people to the structure or proposing suitable entrances according to the whole project. • Offering view to exterior to link interior space with environment. • Ensuring the safety. In designing and construction of a terrestrial building, environmental forces, such as geographical location of site, topography, plantations, climate, orientation to the sun and prevailing winds, should be considered by architects. These factors affect the form of building, articulation of enclosure, relationship to the ground and lay out of interior spaces. Additionally, architecture create spaces according to the conditions, for instance to make a shelter against a cold wind is totally different from making a shelter against breeze. Therefore, forces and conditions of the environment should be well comprehended. Architects can be supposed to deal with unfamiliar limitations and problems in different mediums and new attitudes will be adopted in new environments. It is obvious that, the design, construction, and maintenance of an underwater structure should be different from the terrestrial ones. Resisting to hydrostatic pressure and waterproofing are the major obstacles and limitations for underwater structures. These factors should be taken into consideration in the first phases of design since they affect all architectural decisions and solutions from form and geometry to decisions concerning materials and technical systems.

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SUB AQUATIC EXISTENCE Hrishikesh Jha

I would like to conclude this article with a very appropriate quote

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“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things” – Henry Miller

SPACES - FOR OR OF PUBLIC? Aksheeta Shah Semester- 6th

Our impressions of a city form on the quality of public spaces and their community. If the spaces are not preserved, they transmit a sense of insecurity and won’t work for the people. These spaces have the power to connect people and cities. Among the city buildings, there is a network of spaces that strengthen connections. These spaces fill the urban gaps with life and provide identity to a city. They are places that create an environment for interaction and exchange of ideas to improve the quality of the urban environment. One such example is seen in the outskirts of Vadodara city in Gujarat. Sameera Rathod has designed a school for children to spend their formative years also providing a space for the people to gather and interact in Bhadran. The building is built in terracotta bricks surrounded by tobacco fields which complements the space. The habit of critical thinking, questioning, and breaking the monotony is what the building yearns for. The unconventional design for the building encourages students to open their minds to creativity. The project sets itself into the surroundings of Bhadran setting a limitless ideology for the kids which provides them to create memories. This type of space sets an example for public utility as well as solves the concerns of people living there. If a space does not reflect the demands and desires of the local population, it will not be used or maintained. Social participation is a central element for the construction of safer, equitable public areas. Public spaces also present health benefits, both physical and mental for people to feel better and tend to be more active in public spaces. The culture of a place, its structure, and social hierarchy reflects the way common spaces are planned, controlled, and used. A good public space reflects the diversity and encourages people to live together effortlessly irrespective of social pressures and rules. Planning such a place should encourage people to bring change persistently. Wide and accessible spaces create interaction between people and the environ-

ment generating a positive use of space and increasing liveliness. It is important to take into account the social dynamics and cultural specificities of the location to generate a robust dating among human beings and area. Communal spaces are a greater regulated and prepared version of public areas. They provide all the advantages of public areas at the same time as subtracting the facet-outcomes like crime, rubbish piles, and many others. Every construction must consist of communal areas irrespective of the building kind. Be it a house, a manufacturing facility, a medical institution, you name it, communal space is usually needed – facilitating interaction is one in every of many techniques to make your structure ‘humane’. Communal spaces include co-working areas, party spots, walking tracks, playgrounds, coffee shops, community centres, or a common courtyard. Such spaces inspire social interaction, thus making your construction consumer friendly. These areas emerge as the main host for spontaneous information-sharing within the building. People from diverse backgrounds get to know one another while spreading a wide range of ideas and open-mindedness. If your building could accommodate for interaction between different social and ethnic groups, it may inspire equality and tolerance in society. We can effectively conclude that inclusive communal spaces in the structure are particularly beneficial for architects and customers alike. The ensuing building design does now not best serve the community but also satisfies the architect’s choice to make his/her building stand out as a properly functioning surprise. It is the interactions people have in the public space and the connection that forms between the person and the space. This might include the social networks people form on the street or city squares. Creating an opportunity for people to meet new people in the public space is important because this adds to the sociability of public space. Having social events in the public space such as music concerts or hosting movies is also a great way to get people to engage with one another. Therefore, public spaces should be a valued asset where cities embrace the concept of creating more vibrant and welcoming spaces for everyone to 1 use. This can also be a powerful way to create more positive environments for people to assimilate and come together as a society. Jan Gehl, an architect, and urban planner states that “A good city is like a good party - people stay longer than really necessary, because they are enjoying themselves”.

THOUGHTS Harsh Jogi

Semester- 4th- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad I feel that getting admitted to college and passing out with a degree is not enough for a student of architecture college. Colleges are not only meant for studying but colleges are for our overall development and make us ready for our future. So various committees in college are formed in which I am in NASA (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENTS OF ARCHITECTURE). This association holds over 300 colleges of architecture in India. Students from different colleges in different states participate in architecture competitions floated by NASA. It helps students to learn extra than academics. After joining NASA, I started learning more about myself. It helped me to find out things I'm good at, whether that's multitasking, generating ideas, or staying organized. This benefitted me a lot. I develop[ed skills that allowed me to effectively interact with others, like communication attitude and work ethic. I got the best ways to communicate with both individuals and large groups. Being in NASA taught me how to do teamwork by getting in situations where you are required to take advice from others, as well as give your own. Another great benefit was getting the opportunity to network. I met new students, built connections, and built a

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CONCLUSION: Underwater is a totally new medium for architects and the environment itself limits and govern the architecture. Architects involving in this topic must support their imagination by appropriate technical knowledge and research. Even the conceptual architectural design phase should be supported by adequate knowledge about the environment and basic principles of underwater designing. Although material, form and geometry and construction techniques of former structures can be utilized; the quality of space should be considered from architectural standpoint. Precisely, use of colour and lighting, providing exterior view, character of entrance spaces and way of access and design of interior space should be thought and proposed by architects. One of the main objectives of architectural underwater design should be providing relation between human and environment. Therefore, transparency is important for underwater structures. Utilizing transparent shell elements is a more appropriate approach instead of windows. The possibilities and outcomes are endless, only if we dare to seek for the infinity. Only if we think in a different way, in a way which hasn’t been explored.

relationship with them. This will help me in the future as we are from the same line and worked together in NASA. Managing academics and NASA competitions at the same time was quite difficult for me in starting but with time I learned to manage them both. Many sleepless nights were given to complete academic work as well as NASA competitions. I got support from my friends, classmates, and faculties. Faculties helped me a lot by solving my doubts and difficulties and didn't let me go in the wrong direction. Even after so many sleepless nights of working, it was a good experience that taught me a lot

METAMORPHOSIS Urvanshi Shah

Semester- 4th- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad If I’m entirely honest, and you say I must be, I felt like I was turning into a chrysalis which was slowly hardening over time into a thick shell in the past year. With a bottle of a strong carbonated drink tipped with curiosity on its rim in my hand and a hardened look on my face (for all the tales I heard about the struggles of being an architecture student), I started my journey a year and a half back. It was difficult to contain the same face over time. Now that I’m in my second year of my practice, I’ve had time to reflect on what I’ve experienced thus far. As a student starting out in this new level of discipline, it took more of my time, effort and struggle to execute at a level of complexity and meaningfulness of what I aim for where I had to also understand the fact that there is a gap between what I can dream and what I can draft. But it is a continuous struggle where you’re bound to face the frustrations of creative blocks, self-doubt, spikes of anxiety and scrapped work. After a line of unsatisfactory submissions, I was reminded of an assignment I did last year where we were asked to choose a poem and make an artwork reflecting on it. I chose a poem by Khalil Gibran called Defeat. I always desired failure, not romanticizing it but just to understand how I’ll work under the distortion. Living it to some extent, I understood that it is very easy to get consumed by it, to turn into a mold where you yourself stop making movements. In those movements of dejection it becomes important to ask yourself for the value, the value of why you do what you do. It becomes hard to maintain it but I remind myself to understand the long term perspective of how each hour of work is a step closer to gaining proficiency over what I work for. At the end of this, I learned that I don’t desire to turn into a butterfly but to punch a hole through my shell to turn back into a larva and to work through that spiral again and again, growing each time as I go.

ACCENTUATING THE MENTALITY OF MENTAL WELFARE Suhanee Shah Semester- 2nd- College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad

Casual comments like, “ I knew you couldn’t do this…”, “This isn’t something of your caliber…”, “If I were in your place…” etc are supposedly harmless but sometimes, can have a lasting effect on a human psyche especially that of an impressionable mind. Mental health, an extremely concerning issue, is somewhat seen as a stigma or a taboo subject in today’s society. In adverse situations like that of the pandemic, treating it lightly, can prove to be disastrous in the long run. Surveys proved that the constant level of hysteria and panic induced by the media and the masses caused the patients’ suffering to increase. Being confined inside the four walls made a person lethargic and irritated, thereby leading to arguments and squabbling. A creative field like Architecture, also sees people deal with many discouraging views and sometimes negative opinions which may affect one’s self-esteem. Emotions like Jealousy, Misery or Anger can do irreparable damage to one’s life. Many might be astonished by the fact that applying sandalwood paste or smearing Ash on our forehead is actually a way of cooling the head, hence leading to a state of tranquility in the brain. This ancient practice is deeply rooted in science and indicates that a serene mind entertains positive or sattvic thoughts which later yield in productive work. Negativity can never be completely eradicated, but one can keep one’s thoughts pure and optimistic by believing in oneself or at least having faith in the divine energy whom, we call God. Interactions with encouraging people, reading good books and listening to peaceful music can do wonders for one’s mental well-being. As Albert Einstein once said, “Stay away from negative people, they have a problem for every solution.”

1 MY JOURNEY TOWARDS ARCHITECTURE Komal Malgaya

Semester- 4th - College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad Architecture is an expedition towards art. Difficult but memorable time I had learning through online mode in this global pandemic. It clearly was a very new experience for me as it was quite a challenging task to study and understand without physically interacting with teachers. Underwent self exploration but holding on to such an onerous task trained us towards a new perception towards studies, this made me independent and capable. From listening, understanding and interpreting it through our works, I must admit it was difficult at first but through various subjects and mediums we explored art and perceived it very differently, we slowly are learning. From dealing with swift new ideas and questions they left behind to gaining criticism for the same, we are thereby improving our skills continually.My mentor once said, “Friends are better critics”, which I realized was so true, we love our work and blindfold ourselves of all the betterments that could be done and so we need friends. From dusk till dawn, sleepless nights and hectic schedules and deadlines, we try to fit in everything for our projects. I gradually learnt to manage my time and put in my best efforts. Every new day is a challenge to explore new things and this field holds something new every day.

Annual Sports Week conducted by SVIT, Vasad- Winner TeamCollege of Architecture, Svit, Vasad- Archi Upadhyay (Team Leader) and Team members-

Kabbadi team

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

COUNCIL OF ARCHITECTURE- Students' Awards for Excellence in Documentation of Architectural Heritage 2021 Group Leader: Krusha Patel & Team members: Isha Kataria, Bhavik Shah, Hiren Prajapati, Apurva Mistry, Chaitali Patel, Charmi Bhuva, Simran Maheshwari

COA- Heritage award

Competition-pin up gallery- Conducted by :Archmello- International Achievement : HONOURABLE MENTION Zalak Jagwani | 3rd Year | sem VI

FORM DERIVATION-POINT TO FORMS

B.Arch.- 2nd SEMESTER

Dipshikha Mozumdar

Module 1: A Point in Space : As conceptual elements, the point, line, plane, and volume are not visible except to the mind’s eye. While they do not actually exist, we nevertheless feel their presence. We can sense a point at the meeting of two lines, a line marking the contour of a plane, a plane enclosing a volume, and the volume of an object that occupies space. When made visible to the eye on paper or in three-dimensional space, these elements become form with characteristics of substance, shape, size, color, and texture. Module 2: Volumetric/ Elemental Drama Transformation of form extraction- insertion: Extraction & Insertion + exploration through sectional drawing. Further Appreciating & Adapting 1st Excercise process will be explored with Spatial perception and Architectural exploration by Extracting and Adding multiple Elements as an insert for the model volume. creating sencible and qualitative sense to the functional space use or explored in daily routine life. Experementation of the volumetric space further with longnitudal and transverse sectional details and representing with architectural based drawing in 2D & 3D. Module 3: An Exhibition space : The Exhibition spaces envisaged to be a viewing gallery for the visitors primarily, but it should be flexible enough to handle auxiliary functions/ activities on a moderate scale. The participants are expected to create a standalone structure that would generate an exhilarating experience for the visitors. Design Ideas: Initially a twisted RUBIK’S cube shape was created by adding and subtracting the required shapes. This created an outer envelope for the space to be utilised. The internal spaces with the “walk & talk” Idea were designed in forms of plans, sections and elevations. Inspirations taken from cases to an effective display of the elements: positive and negative spaces helped to express the dialogue between art and architecture.

MATERIAL STUDIO- BOUTIQUE COME RESIDENCE

B.Arch.- 3rd SEMESTER

Dhruwang Prajapati

Material and Structure Studio – III, was focus majorly on the ideas of material understanding and design decisions will take place with analysis of identified traditional materials, timber, mud, brick, stone, clay, and bamboo. The exploration was intended material as a bridge for design and technical structural understanding of forms. The Studio was intended with modules, first focused on the material understanding with different case analysis like, Historical Evolution and its treatment, Properties, characteristics, and its workability, and Regional based places study considering climate. Second module focused with Sites, cities, and major availability of the materials for

1 Third module was an Architectural Design of mall scale-based Multifunctional Unit had process with Initial Ideas and Drawings reflecting material, construction techniques, and structural understanding.

CONTEXTUAL STUDIO- SPIRITUAL CENTER

B.Arch.- 4th SEMESTER

Mansi Kadu

The students were offered an opportunity to soak up the knowledge about different settlement patterns with special reference to climate, material, social and cultural context and physical environment. The purpose of Contextual Studio is to record the patterns of the place, factors responsible and modernization with motorized movement and technological advancements with respect to the old settlements. The settlements were selected from 4 major cities: 1) Siddhpur- Bohra community 2) Goa- Portuguese settlement 3) Jaisalmer- Rajput community 4) Pondicherry- French colony Students evaluated and documented the existing scenario with detailed analysis from different sources of study.

INSTITUTIONAL STUDIO CENTRE FOR BLIND AND PHYSICALLY HANDICAP

B.Arch.- 5th SEMESTER

Mansi Kadu

“A sighted person judges the blind not for what they are, but by the fear blindness inspires” – Pierre Valley As we are aware that in today’s world, one who can’t keep up with the pace of self proclaimed mainstream society, is termed as vanquished. One such vanquished group of people are the one living with impairment. Keeping the same group of people in mind, an institution is to be designed for their betterment and advancement. The site is adjacent to one such existing entity, known as Blind People’s Association or commonly known as Andh Jan Mandal, Ahmedabad. Providing a dominant context and prime location for the program, site consists of several natural entities. Designing such an institute demanded hours of studying and understanding the user group, their requirements and the problems they face. Numerous case studies were there to support to the whole process, and then the designing kicked off. The site planning was to be done in order to minimise the physical strain on the users. Minimalistic approach was adopted in terms of circulation and movement. Levels were worked out in order to provide ease of movement, and yet the design had to be soothing enough to attract and please the users. In the end, it all comes down to betterment of users.

INSTITUTIONAL STUDIO JUVENILE AND REHABILITATION CENTRE

rebirth

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B.Arch.- 5th SEMESTER

Zalak Jagwani

A very close to skin, yet a brushed aside issue, which the society denies to identify. The project was to design a JUVENILE and DRUG REHABILITATION CENTRE. And as the program demanded, the selected site is in the outskirts of Bharuch, on the banks of Narmada river. Submerged in lush greenery, the site provides a secure, peaceful and calm environment as required by the program. The project started off with the analysis of physical and mental state of young one’s entangled in misdemeanour activities. Understanding and analysing what brings them here, and what they go through, allowed us to formulate an appropriate program for the users. The motive of the design to create a sense of belonging and equality, among the users themselves. Motivating them to realise their own faults and bring amendments to their lives and become a contributing member of the society. What it signifies is that the centre acts as a passage for the user, where he gets to reshape his or her future for a better tomorrow.

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- R.C.C. BEAM

INSTITUTIONAL PROJECT

S.F.L. +11.70

4500

1385 230

ASST.PROF.PRACHI PATEL

60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 52 51

300

9770

- R.C.C. SLAB - BRICK WALL

AREA TABLE:

4500

DUCT 230

MID-LANDING 3

ASST.PROF.SHAILESH PATEL

2 3

MID LANDING 5 LVL +13.20 AREA TABLE:

PROFESSOR :

LEGENDS:

MID LANDING 6 LVL +14.70

MID-LANDING 6

300

900 900 900 900 1170 230

KEY PLAN:

INSTITUTIONAL PROJECT KEY PLAN:

210

4770 230

+ 2.70 LVL

BOY'S TOILET 10.00X06.10

INSTITUTIONAL PROJECT TERRACE LVL +16.20

210

1385

PLUMBING DUCT

SEM : VI

600

200

2000

GIRL'S TOILET 10.00X06.10

YEAR : 3RD

MID LANDING 3 LVL +8.70

NAME: NENSI D. PATEL ID NO.: 18-ARG-57

450

1385

1504

4769 D1

1385

1655

DUCT

600

INTRODUCTION K

DUCT

150 375

2000

4770 D3

600

1200

1385 230

SHOWS UPPER LEVEL PERGOLA

2000

1385

+ 2.70 LVL

4770

SHOWS PERFORATED WALL

MID LANDING 4 LVL +10.20 D1

5 M WIDE PASSAGE

SLAB TOP HT. : 4500 MM

1150

2000

6 7 8

+ 4.20 LVL

1550

1385 230

600

90 89 88 87 86 85 84 83 82 81

450

SHOWS BEAMS AT SLAB LEVEL

750

4770 230

3300

3 4 5

1585

1385

+ 2.70 LVL

SHOWS UPPER LEVEL PROJECTION

151

LIBRARY 20.00X20.00

SHOWS RCC COLUMN AS/STR DRG.

2870

6 NO.

5 NO.

COLOUR LEGEND:

750

1000 MM

3300 MM

27 NO. 30 NO.

1 2

9770

400 MM

TREAD NO. OF RISER NO. OF STEPS

MID-LANDING 5

150

2000

LANDING WIDTH NO. OF STEPS

NO. OF RISER

3285

OPEN WELL

+ 5.70 LVL

RISER

S.F.L. +11.70 24

DETAIL OF STARICASE

PERGOLA ABOVE

750

9770

1385 2000 600 1385

1385

300 MM

KITCHEN W

22 9 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10

19770

150 MM

TREAD

25 24 23

PASSAGE

RISER

29 28 27 26

5 M WIDE PASSAGE

ELEVATION B

4770

150

MID-LANDING 3

4770

+ 2.70 LVL

230

1200 64

1050

4 3

3434

1385 2000

5000

SERVICE AREA CANTEEN 15.00X10.00

230 1385 5000

DETAIL OF STARICASE

3416

14372

1006 1000 704

+ 2.70 LVL

+ 5.70 LVL

+ 4.20 LVL 9729

9770 W1

50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 42 41

DISPLAY AREA 20.00X15.00

951

24 23 22

ELEVATION B

230

1385

1000 1000 1000 1000

3300

MID-LANDING 4

28 27 26 25

OPEN WELL

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

6 7 8 9

3185 30 29

3 4 5

230

4400

5000 5000

3285

1 2

2000.00

- 2.20 LVL

1655

600.00 1385

+ 2.70 LVL

230 1385

11 10

1385

2 - BRICK WALL

27 NO. 30 NO.

3300

2000.00

1 - R.C.C. SLAB 3 - R.C.C. BEAM

MID LANDING 5 LVL +13.20

3 - R.C.C. BEAM LEGENDS:

1150

300 MM

NO. OF RISER

DUCT 5 M WIDE PASSAGE

3300 MM

NO. OF STEPS

7 8

1385 W1

+ 2.70 LVL

3 4 5 6

14770

TREAD LANDING WIDTH

PASSAGE

150 MM

MID LANDING 6 LVL +14.70

230

300 MM

9 NO. 8 NO.

DUCT

230

1 2

1550

2000

1385

9770

230 1385 5000

DETAIL OF STARICASE RISER

SCALE

150 MM

TREAD NO. OF RISER NO. OF STEPS

MID-LANDING 2

DETAIL OF STARICASE

+ 2.70 LVL

2000

19770

PERGOLA ABOVE

WORKSHOP-2 20.00X10.00

2770 230

OTS

4770

230

-0.30 LVL

19770

RISER

900

RAILING AS/DETAIL

3300.00

2000

5000

1385

230 1385

2000

5000

3870

230

+ 2.70 LVL W1

2770

230

150

MID-LANDING 5

2000.00

5 M WIDE PASSAGE

19770

2000

1385 600.00

9770

1385

WORKSHOP-1 20.00X10.00

450

2 - BRICK WALL

STAIR CABIN LVL +19.20

REMARK

2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100

1200 1200 1200 1500 1500 1500

KEY PLAN:

4770

1550

4400

5000 5000

+ 2.70 LVL

230 1385

65970

-1.35 LVL

-0.30 LVL 19770

LINTEL SILL LEVEL LEVEL

65000

39770

EXHIBITION AREA

OTS

300 MM

9 NO.

8 NO.

34 18 18 05 23 29 7 1 2 2

INSTITUTIONAL PROJECT

600

150 MM

ELEVATION A

BEAM AS/STRU. DETAIL

4400

NO. OF RISER NO. OF STEPS

1904

600

230

6 7 8

DETAIL OF STARICASE

80 79 78 77 76 75 74 73 72 71

QTY.

900 X 2100 2000 X 2100 700 X 2100 1000 X 2100 900 X 2000 2000 X 2000 1200 X 2100 600 X 600 3700 X 600 1000 X 600

+2.70 LVL

550

1 2

D D1 D2 D3 W W1 W2 V V1 V2

1 - R.C.C. SLAB

1800

MID-LANDING 6

1885

2001 900

OVERHEAD ABOVE

4500

5 M WIDE PASSAGE

TERRACE LVL +16.20

ELEVATION A

5000

+ 2.70 LVL

1183

4500

DISPLAY AREA 20.00X15.00

2100

2051

2.6 M WIDE PASSAGE

LEGEND SIZE OF NO. OPENING

3434

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

PERGOLA AS/DETAIL

WAITING AREA

GREEN ROOM

LEGENDS: DOOR-WINDOW SCHEDULE :

5000

489 230

550

STAFF CABIN

4230

9346

3000

STAFF CABIN

312 1000

STAFF CABIN

DUCT

-0.30 LVL

1006 1000 704

-0.30 LVL

1 M WIDE PASSAGE

AUDITORIUM 20.00X20.00 -1.35 LVL

2049

STAFF CABIN

4540

3000

2500

ROOM 1 D

5000

1200 800 1200

4000

4770

STAFF CABIN

14770

2500

STAFF CABIN

230 1080

1072

4770

PERGOLA ABOVE W1

2500

STAFF CABIN

5000

DINING AREA

2500

1498

230 1870

19770

3663

5000.00

1200

4000

2100

+ 2.70 LVL

2498

1183

2700 (9 TREAD @ 300 MM) + 2.70 LVL

GATHERING SPACE

+ 2.70 LVL

3032

STAFF CABIN

1200 630

GREEN ROOM D

2051

4585

STAFF CABIN

ROOM 1

5000.00 230

1393

4014

230 MM BRICK WALL

3032

5000 344 900 230648 900

1692

230.00

5000

230 933 900

4770

PRINCIPAL CABIN

TREAD

5000

230

RISER

5000

9770

3066

3 4 5

5000

230

4660

600 600 600 600 600 600 600 776

2270 4885

5000

450

4550

2 M WIDE PASSAGE

900 1200

5000

450

4550

607

2293

STAFF CABIN

5000

450

4660

1200

2293

STAFF CABIN

5000

230

PERFORATED WALL AS/DETAIL

4770

2385 2293

STAFF CABIN

570 1200

2293

STAFF CABIN

2293

4655

600.00

2293

STAFF CABIN

STAIR CABIN LVL +19.20

110000.00

5000

9770

1150

2270 2385

STAFF CABIN

2385

900 743 685 900

2293

STAFF CABIN

5000

230

4770

3155

4400

5000

2292

2293

STAFF CABIN

1200 1000

ADMINISTRATION 20.00X20.00

STAFF CABIN

900

5000

STAFF CABIN

1542

5000

230

1520

1500

CONFERENCE ROOM

STAFF CABIN

2 M WIDE PASSAGE 2292

4885

5000

90230

4885

2385 4885

4770 900 685

1543

CHAJJA AS/DETAIL

743 900

5000

230

2385

STAFF CABIN

230

5000

STORE ROOM

5000

230 900 900 900 900 450600

1170

2500

NOTES & SPECIFICATION:

LEGENDS:

1000

5000 230 900 743

1542

2500

230.00

230 685 900

4655

1200

600

150 375

5000.00

1055 900 900 900 1015

1000

C 600

2000

5000

230

1000

5000

3770

5000

1800

600

Design is an amalgamation of creative and technical part. Working drawings refers to the set of drawings which are necessary for bringing an idea from virtual to the real world. Concept and design is the basis of project and working drawings comes under the phase of bringing a particular idea into reality. Working drawings are the integral part of the construction phase.They are the set of drawings including all the details and structural information required. In This Semester students go through the journey of preparing various detail drawing starting from setting out plan, center line,floor plans, elevations, sections electrical, toilet details followed by specific details schedules where they get to know the practical execution of a design on site and get a glimpse of construction feasibility. The students dealt with preparation of working drawings of institutional buildings like Museum, Sports complex and Multimedia and animation Institute.

1050

RECEPTION

B.Arch.- 6th SEMESTER

1050

Nensi Patel

300

NOTES & SPECIFICATION:

ID NO.: 18-ARG-57 YEAR : 3RD SEM : VI

SCALE : PROFESSOR : GROUND LVL +0.00 FLOOR FINISH 10 MM

FLOOR FINISH 25 MM

FLOOR BEDDING 50 MM

P.C.C.

FLOOR BEDDING 20 MM P.C.C. BRICK BATES EARTH FILLING

BRICK BATES

INTRODUCTION

EARTH FILLING

1:50

SHEET INFORMATION TITLE : CHECKED BY :

EARTH FILLING

STAIRCASE DETAIL

NAME: NENSI D. PATEL

ASST.PROF. SHAILESH PATEL PROJECT : WORKING DRAWING

OF INSTITUTE DATE :

YEAR : 3RD

SECTION DD'

SHEET NAME :

31ST JULY, 2021

SEM : VI PROFESSOR :

STAIRCASE DETAIL PLAN

SECTION AA

ASST.PROF.SHAILESH PATEL ASST.PROF.PRACHI PATEL

SHEET INFORMATION TITLE :

STARICASE DETAIL SECTION 20 SCALE 1:50 PROJECT :

WORKING DRAWING OF INSTITUTE

ASST.PROF.RONAK PATEL

P.C.C. BRICK BATES

ID NO.: 18-ARG-57

STARICASE DETAIL 20 SCALE 1:50

ASST.PROF.SHAILESH PATEL

SECTION BB

SIGN.:

SHEET NO. :

SCALE :

1:50

CHECKED BY : ASST.PROF. SHAILESH PATEL DATE : 31ST JULY, 2021 SIGN.:

B.Arch.- 8th SEMESTER

HOUSING STUDIO SLUM REDEVLOPMENT Parth Sheth The studio investigates and focuses on improving the living standards of different groups of people which includes – slum dwellers, migrant laborer, workers and senior citizen. The different typologies were the self-help housing, corporate social responsibility (CSR) housing and the slum redevelopment. The ‘Slum Redevelopment’ aims to address a need for low-income, modular and slum housing. The design focuses on the life of slum dwellers around a single house unit with all necessary needs. The linear site is situated in the center of Vadodara city which has an adjacent river Vishwamitri on one side and railway line on other. Design has evolved in response to the need of the residents for safe, comfortable and hygienic place to stay. ‘Shipping container architecture’ is a growing form of architecture using steel intermodal shipping containers as the main structural element. The steel is not only strong, but meant to withstand heavy loads and harsh weather conditions. Currently, the world has over 60 million shipping containers in use, making them widely available for alternative uses and a relatively inexpensive and sustainable building material. The container housing tends to support the slum dwellers by using a standard 20ft container, and some customized containers. The ‘Sheltainer’ aims to offer a flexible solution with different activities, open spaces, and homes. The concept was to portray the form as the blighted-shanty structure in a composed manner. Primary colors helped in depicting the bold and raw character of the slum area.

URBAN STUDIO DAKOR THE RELIGIOUS ARC OF GUJARAT

B.Arch.- 9th SEMESTER

Rajvi Modi Devraj Parmar Shamoil Kapadia Mahima Patel Krupali Rathore

Change is inevitable and the cities around us are constantly transforming. Dakor imbibes a predominantly religious character that gives the town its identity. The image of Dakor is visualized through the Ranchhodraiji Temple complex and surrounding Gomti Lake Precinct with adjoining Ghats. Its significance, however, is gradually being blanketed by various factors that touch upon economic, demographic, and developmental aspects. Dakor’s economy is solely dependent on the Temple, leading to stagnation of growth with respect to population and infrastructure.

B.Arch.- 9th SEMESTER

There is a need to come up with solutions that take into consideration the religion, ecology, and future scope of Dakor to enhance the overall liveability of the town. The major importance is to focus on the temple’s development as its interdependence on the town is very effective and the functioning of the town that supports the new urban changes while strongly reinforcing the traditional religious sanctity. According to the mapping of streets and ghats, local surveys, and observations, there was a huge amount of floating population that is required to handle the challenging architecture implementations. Decongestion of the town on the opposite lake precinct of the temple could be a solution to factors like overcrowding, hygiene, lack of educational facilities, insufficient pause points while interventions during temple hours, placement of informal activities, and other necessities for an ideal religious town.

THESIS EMERALD ISLE

B.Arch.- 10th SEMESTER

Amanraj Parmar

The major concern of thesis design was of present day pollution. Which is responsible for many health problems in the urban areas. Due to pollution problem not only humans but animals and birds were also suffering from this problem. The simple way to reduce pollution from is to grow more trees and more plants. But in metro cites there were not that much place available to grow plants or trees on land and land is limited source. Idea were emphasized on integration of plants in skyscraper design which play a vital role for the energy conservation by the building as well as improving the living quality into these vertical cities. The amalgamation of nature with tall building is the prototype building for a new forma to architectural biodiversity which focuses not only on human beings but also on the relationship between humans and other living species. The concept behind the amalgamating nature with tall building, that of being a“ home for trees that also houses humans and birds”, defines not only the urban and technological characteristics of the project but also the architectural language and its expressive qualities.

THESIS COMMUNITY CENTER

B.Arch.- 10th SEMESTER

Kajal Rai

The learning community center is in village Anjaneri located near Nashik, Maharashtra. The main aim of the community center was to encourage education of Katkari tribe and also for the people and farmers of Anjaneri. Basically, it is learning for all- farmers, children and women of the area. The total site area is 12.76 acres from which only 1.09 acres is build-up and the remaining site is dedicated for experimental farming and forest which can also connect children to nature. The classrooms are arranged in clusters forming courtyards and passages connected to another cluster which opens to airy Amphitheatre. The Amphitheatre is creating a focus for the campus which is an open classroom for all. For encouraging tribal education all around Anjaneri a mini edubus is designed for promoting it, which caters all the modern requirements of digital education and all the physical aspects can be taught through the natural surroundings around the village as Anjaneri is famous for trekking.

UDERSTANDING URBAN FABRIC

Ronak Patel

2 Temple

M.Arch.- 1st SEMESTER

The vision is to understand and employ the advantages of valley, formed by the river on three sides, to the best of development and improvisation of urban fabric. The project revolves around the central idea of community gathering. Exposing citizens to local culture and traditional knowledge. Providing a source of economy and livelihood for the local artists and craftsman.

Basketball Court

Temple

Community is much more than belonging to something; it is about doing something together that makes belonging matter.” ~ Brian Solis

United School

High School Playground

Open Chowk

2 3

Swaminarayn Temple

14 Playground

Bsnl office & Indian Kanya/Kumar Post Shala

N.H garden Space

Green Primary school

Railway Soil and Junction water research center

Gov Granted Hospital

Vetenary hospital

Vasad Talav

Playground

Gov Hall

Deep well Temple

Dharamshala

Old Police Station

New Police Station

Senior citizen shade

Gov bldg

17 189

Private Hospital

Tower

Temple

Khetiwadi Library Fertilizer Vegetable Mandli Market Lease shops

Chowk

Balmandir

Gaam Panchayat

Jain temple

8 7

Ramji Temple

N.H Garden Space

Paved open space

Playground

Hault for Outsiders / Tourism

Temple

Craft Bazar Basketball Court

Temple

United School

High School

News paper stall Tea stall Snack stall Bicycle Parking

Playground

Open Chowk

Parks

workshops

Swaminarayn Temple N.H garden Space Playground Green Primary school Bsnl office & Indian Post

Railway Junction

water turbine for electricity generation

Parking Pond edge Development

Kanya/Kumar Shala

Water Storage FLoating CLub house Gov Granted Hospital

Soil and water research center

New Police Station

Old Police Station

Private Hospital

Vruddh Activity Place with Kids Playcenter

Senior citizen shade Gov Hall Vetenary hospital Deep well Temple

Vasad Talav

Community Hall

Temple Dharamshala

Khetiwadi Fertilizer Mandli

Library

Artifical Pond Rafting

Toll Plaza

Tower Chowk

Vegetable Market

Playground

Vendors Area

Gov bldg

Balmandir

Gaam Panchayat

Lease shops

Jain temple

Shopping area with vegetable Market

Ramji Temple

N.H Garden Space

Paved open space Milk Dairy Playground for kids

Walkable Area of 500M Radius

Playground

Sports Comples for outdoor games

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101

UDERSTANDING URBAN FABRIC

M.Arch.- 1st SEMESTER

Nikhar Gandhi

As the dense urban population is departing themselves from the natural entities, the need for Rural recreation is growing day by day. The project revolves around the central idea of Agri Tourism. Providing a livelihood to the major rural farmers and also reviving the essence of rural life, far from the urban hustle. The vision is to indulge the citizens or the visitors in rural or agricultural activities, reviving the practices which are depleting in this course of time.

102

103

DESIGN STUDIO HOMESTAY

104

HITANSHI PARIKH

B.ID.- 2 SEMESTER

B.ID.- 1 SEMESTER

Semester Second was based on designing home-stays.Starting with our studio joirney, we firstly did 4 online case studies of homestays in different parts of the world studying their areas, architects, climate of the region, sun path and finally their plans and elevations. Then we were introduced to our site in Champaner where we studied the same things about Champaner as we did for our homestay case studies. Moreover we studied about the passive devices for hot and humid climate. We then were moved onto preparing functional flow charts on our site to start with the designing. Our homestay was divided in 3 parts: the cottage, the special room, the dorm. We drafted and rendered the plan of our actual site, and the plans and elevations of the three parts of the homestays we designed including the extra activities that 1 were going to take place in our homestay. We then made the moodboard for all of them. To conclude our Sem 2 we decided to make a model of our cottage that we designed in the scale of 1:50.

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50 DIFFERENT BAKERY ITEMS WILL BE SOLD

50 DESSERTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD WILL BE SERVED

§ LOGO IS DESIGNED ACCORDING TO THE COLOUR PALATTE USED. § NAME IS A COMBINATION OF A MOVIE’S NAME AND THE NUMBER OF DESSERTS SERVED IN THE RESTAURANT. §“GLACE” IS USED TO DEPICT AN ITEM WHICH IS COATED WITH SUGAR OR PRESERVED IN SUGAR. THATS HOW “50 SHADES OF GLACE” CAME TO EXISTANCE

DESIGN STUDIO NAME: HITANSHI S. PARIKH SEM: 3

Technical drawings with specifications help in understanding of project execution on site, including building services with technical reference to location, safety etc. Being an interior design student, it is important to understand the function of the space and requirements of the user. analyzing existing and potential situation and criteria of the site, Construction drawing system, methods-civil works, all services, furniture, built-in furniture, partitions, paneling, wall finishes, ceiling, flooring etc., Choice of materials, fixtures, fittings, availability & constructional feasibility, application of materials, designing of details, specifications of the materials and design are important criteria to enhance and maintain a flexible spacious design. Office designing requires a functional environment, ergonomic furniture design, thus building a 1 space conducive for owners, employees and other users with the help of working drawings.

Star base/ Star base:

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Technology,Vasad

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

YEAR: 2 coating LOGO DESIGNING Aluminium, Epoxy/polyester powder DATE: SIGN:

Castor/ Wheels: Polypropylene plastic, Synthetic rubber Back frame: Layer-glued wood veneer, Ash veneer, Clear acrylic lacquer Seat foam: Highly resilient polyurethane foam (cold foam) 62 kg/cu.m. Layer glued seat: Layer-glued wood veneer Fabric: 100 % polyester Axle: Steel Shaft:Steel, Galvanized

OUTDOOR SEATING

RECEPTION AREA

FURNITURE DETAIL

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

N DESIGN STUDIO

NAME: HITANSHI S. PARIKH SEM: 3 YEAR: 2 DATE: SIGN:

LOUNGE SEATING

HITANSHI PARIKH

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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Technology,Vasad

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

FURNITURE DETAIL

PRE RECORDING

DESIGN STUDIO-IV

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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Technology,Vasad

NAME: HITANSHI S. PARIKH SEM: 3 YEAR: 2 DATE: SIGN:

B.ID.- 4 SEMESTER

B.ID.- 3 SEMESTER

RETAIL’S LOGO

Designing a space is a crucial responsibility given to a person, moreover a designer. We had a warm up exercise so as to understand the constructing materials in detail and then convert them into a superficial restaurant and a retail store. For guiding the people for directions we were introduced to SIGNAGES. We designed the signages for both restaurant and retail. After studying signages we came up with a full fledged concept for designing our logos keeping in mind the colour palette we are using. After the logo designing, we decided upon whether we’re working on restaurant or a retail store. After finalising that, we came up with a moodboard for the same. For deciding the space program required for that particular restaurant or a retail shop we did an online case study. Then we were introduced to our site and did a site visit for the same. Afterwards we started brainstorming to come up with words associated with our theme and that can be used in our designing. Selecting some words we started designing keeping them as a base of the entire design and came up with some layouts of our project with 3D views so as to give a clear idea of how the space will look in real. After finalising the layout, we designed the plan and sections technically using AutoCAD and then hand rendered them. Coming towards the last part of our Sem 3’s journey was the making of 3D model on SketchUp. We made the model on SketchUp with good views of the space, hence, concluding our semester.

WORKING DRAWING ADVERTISING AGENCY OFFICE

DESIGN STUDIO

RESTAURANT’S LOGO

STUDIO -3 RESTAURANT AND RETAIL

MUSIC RECORDING

WORKSPACE

PRE RECORDING STUDIO

PASSAGE-

DISPLAY

CONTROL ROOM

STUDIO-1

STUDIO-

3D VIEWS - RADIO STATION MUSIC RECORDING STUDIO

WORKSPACE

PRIYA SHAH PASSAGE-

DISPLAY

CONTROL ROOM

STUDIO-1

3D VIEWS - RADIO STATION

STUDIO-11 SHAH PRIYA T. 29-07-2021

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RES

OWNER:

LEGEND 600

RES

600

1200 600

600

720

25MM THK TOP PLY WITH LAMINATE FINISH UP

VITRIFIED CONCRETE 600 X 600 MM TILES

START TILE

2250

685

START 2340 TILE

2000

ELEVATOR 1520 X 1680

VITRIFIED CONCRETE 600 X 600 MM TILES

600

LOCATION FOR ELECTRICAL POINT IN FLOOR

RES

20MM THK ENGG. HARDWOOD FLOORING 200 X 600 MM

50 X50 MM MOSAIC 300 X 300 MM TILE

ENGG. HARDWOOD FLOORING COMPANY - QUICK STEP CODE - CONCRETE OAK OILED SIZE - 200 X 600 MM RATE - ₹ 446 / SQ.FT FINISH - OILED QUANTITY - 14.9 SQ.M (160.4 SQ.FT) SKIRTING - 17.2 RM

CERAMIC 300 X 600 MM TILES GLAZED VITRIFIED TILES CONCRETE 400 X 1200 MM

CARPET FLOORING 1000 X 200 MM

0005

1612

2000

2225

2. DIMENSION ON THE DRAWINGS ARE NOT TO BE SCALED.

18 MM THK DRAWER PLY WITH LAMINATE FINISH START TILE

BACHELOR OF INTERIOR DESIGN

ID.NO. - 19 - IDG - 01

18 MM THK DRAWER PLY WITH INNER

YEAR - III

SERVER ROOM

3. ALL LEVELS TO BE CONSIDER FROM FINISHED FLOOR (±0.00 FFL) LVL. OF EXISTING BUILDING.

5MM THK.MOSAIC SKIRTING 5MM THK.MOSAIC CEMENT + SAND BEDDING

3. ALL LEVELS TO BE CONSIDER FROM FINISHED FLOOR (±0.00 FFL) LVL. OF EXISTING BUILDING.

TOILET

4. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MM

START TILE

1270 MM WIDE PASSAGE

ELEVATOR 1520 X 1680

RES

RCC SLAB

RES

8MM THK PLANKS 1000 X 200 MM CARPET FLOORING BASE ON 12MM THK VITRIFIED 600 X 600 MM BASIC RATE TILES

600

4 25 MM THK BOTTOM PLY WITH LAMINATE FINISH

DISCUSSION AREA 3380 X 2935

SKIRTING DETAIL AT WALL (TYPICAL) SCALE - 1:5

12MM THK. VITRIFIED TILES AS/SELE. 4MM WIDE GROOVE (SPACERS) TO BE FILLED WITH SILICON BASED GROUT SEALANT AS/SPEC. 5MM THK.MOSAIC FLOORING AS/SELE.

20 MM THK ENGG. HARDWOOD FLOORING

RES

DRAWER HANDLE DETAIL SCALE - 1:2

APPROVED BY: CHECKED BY: SHAILESH SIR PRIYA T. SHAH DRAWN BY: DATE: 23-02-2022

VITRIFIED CONCRETE 600 X 600 MM TILES

8 MM THK HD FOAM SHEET

PROJECT: SAFFRON HUB

4 0005

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The various studio exercise involved sketching of human figures and parts which improves observational skills. The studio exercise of 1:1 proportion cutout of human figure has helped to understand various modelling techniques. Further to understand relationship between furniture and humans. The study has helped them to understand space allocation, usability, comforts and discomforts. The end of studio completes with understanding various architectural elements and its drawing representation techniques. Various exercise has taught composition of sheets with professional presentation techniques. 4. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MM

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The Subject focus on design a space as per Human Anthropometry and enhancing the skills to draw and develop plans, elevations and sections using appropriate scale.

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Technical drawings with specifications help C of project execution on site, in understanding including building services with technical reference to location, safety etc. Being an interior design student, it is important to understand the function of the space and requirements of the user. analyzing existing and potential situation and criteria of the site, Construction drawing system, methD ods-civil works, all services, furniture, built-in B' furniture, partitions, paneling, wall finishes, ceiling, flooring etc., Choice of materials, fixtures, fittings, availability & constructional feasibility, application of materials, designing D of details, specifications ofDthe materials and design are important criteria to enhance and maintain a flexible spacious design. Office designing requires a functional environment, ergonomic furniture design, thus building a space conducive for owners, employees and other users with the help of working drawings.

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APPROVED BY: CHECKED BY: SHAILESH SIR PRIYA T. SHAH DRAWN BY: DATE: 23-02-2022

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PROJECT: SAFFRON HUB

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ID.NO. - 19 - IDG - 01 YEAR - III

SEM - V

PROJECT: SAFFRON HUB

LOCATION: SAMA, VADODARA DRAWING TITLE:

SETTING OUT NOTES:

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3D VIEW

TOILET

PANTRY 2160 X 2180

TOILET

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25 MM THK STORAGE FROM PLY + LAMINATE FINISH

MANAGING DIRECTOR CABIN 4360 X 3200

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WORK STATION 6680 X 8920

SERVER ROOM EDITOR CABIN 4160 X 2225

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The existing project site was chosen beside the Nizampura Bus Stand, Vadodara city, Gujarat. The Government proposed project to fulfill the trophy requirements with mixedusedevelopment with 20 families and 50 workers for initial construction phase. The opportunities offered were with Madhya Pradesh Migrant Laboure’s with their temporary settlements for living. The design was intended to address the core problems concerning safety, security, privacy, and right to dignified lives for the laborers. The design units adapted to various iterations of arrangement that would be called as a Choiceless Journey of having concerns like illiteracy rate, low economic background forces responsible for their migration, and adapting place as their second home. Then ideas where focused on upgrading their living conditions for assessing the need of accommodation and work place, communities and type of accommodation which has designed with different functional modules with total cost of 72, 000 Rs. providing rational section of affordable materials.

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LIK The community cultural practices had Mochi, Soof, Rabari, Jadeja, Jat, Meghwaad Hallepotra, Mutva, Sodha, Aahir, and Harijan as an Indian cultural knowledge system. These communities culture led by women handicraft workers. The signature element of these Vankars (weavers) is simple and geometric motifs are woven aesthetically as their regional technique. This traditional practice of woolen offers the sustainability with both cold and hot seasonal changes. The traditional practices of art and craft are famously inspired by the architectural elements of medieval times. The rationale behind selection of Shrujan as to record architectural features of the site and analysis will be evaluated with the detailed documentation process. This organization means “Recreation” in itself, the concept which was focused to uplift the women and their cultural practices economically, and socially. This place or a building complex has functionally catered to the different cultural practices like self-employment, material practices, place for work, vocational training areas, informal spaces that keep the life of these communities vibrant in the contemporary times. It is the live model that represents the present which has a connection with living communities and their practices at present. That potentially offers the future development of the traditional practices of the region as a whole.

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INDUSTRIAL TROPHY ली NASA Industrial design competition had the competitors design an art piece /product that belonged to the grass roots of its chumming culture. An Art typology, Sadeli was opted by student team. Sadeli is a unique form of art, executed by joining wooden strips, an art which is getting distinct. Sadeli, a product designed by students under the guidance of the faculties, is a paheli having 17 steps. History of art , current scenario, execution of sadeli ,tools , current work space, product designing, product features and product estimation were a part of designing sadeli. The hard work and dedication towards this particular trophy resulted its enlistment among top 13 entries and the whole team is eagerly waiting for declaration of the final result from Nasa.

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Understanding right approach towards constructing structures that minimize detrimental impact of construction on our home planet also considering a healthy and comfortable working environment with minimal incremental cost is a vital necessity. Griha trophy 2021-22 focuses on GST building in Ghaziabad for redevelopment according to Griha’s rating system. Participants were required to apprehend that a conventional building uses upto 40%-60% more electricity than a green building, and therefore demonstration of a green building concept that wielded efficient materials and technologies to support on-site energy generation through renewable energy utilisation was anticipated. Also, keeping in mind safety, health and sanitation facilities for workers and occupants.

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MSL MSL trophy 2021-22 aimed at proposing ideas for development of Open Public Spaces for recreational purposes in order to boast a human-nature engagement. Setting streets, parks, community gardens, plazas etc along civic building such as Post Offices, Fire Stations, Municipal school as exemplars, participants were required to advance innovative propositions for a vibrant and engaging, socially inclusive, economically viable and environmentally sensitive public spaces. The scheme propounded by our students aimed at creating a waterfront walk deck, reading spaces amidst chirping birds and lush green belt of alluvial plains around Vasad, a village-town in Gujarat.

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2nd SEMESTER- RSP

RSP _2022 PATAN- MODHERA- SIDDHPUR “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” The First Year students visited Rani ki Vav in Patan, a masterpiece among public monuments, on 11th April 2022. It has beautifully decorated figurines from Hindu mythology especially those of Vaishnavaite deities. The stories of the avatars of Lord Vishnu are depicted along with stories from the Puranas. It has 7 levels and houses more than 1000 sculptures. This stepwell was built by the Solanki Queen Udayamati in the 11th Century and is a testament to the holiness of water as written in the Hindu scriptures. Later, they also saw the Sahstralinga Lake, which has nearly 1000 Shivlings at the bottom. The next day, the students paid a visit to the Sun Temple in Modhera. This intricately carved Temple is the glory of Gujarat and is a significant part of history. It is comprised of 3 main structures Gudhamandapa, the shrine hall; Sabhamandapa, the assembly hall and Kunda, the reservoir. Built during the reign of Bhima I of Solanki dynasty, this temple is a shrine to Lord Surya and is surrounded by shrines of Shaivaite and Vaishnavaite deities. After Modhera, Siddhpur was the next stop where their destination was Bohravad. The unique color palette and orientation of the houses had a certain visual appeal. This trip was a huge success and the students learned many things, most important of which was observation, finding different design elements and principles in their surroundings under the able guidance of the teachers. Prof. Pallavi Mahida Prof. Santa Rakshit Prof. Sampath Raju Prof. Navin Chahande Prof. Athira Nair Prof. Palav Desai

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RSP_ 2022 WATER, PUBLIC SPACE & MEDIEVEL CITY The Living city, Udaipur After two years in a pandemic SVIT was ready to take off to a far-away land with all the permissions granted. Students of 4th semester visited Udaipur as a Studio-RSP in March, 2022. A three day, four night tour felt shorter than a three hour, four minute lecture. After departing from Vadodara at around quarter to twelve, got to the hotel at late dawn; rushing to freshen up, faculties and students quickly freshened up and shot off to visit the City Palace that on one end was ornamented with Udaipur town scape and on other side a deep blue Pichola lake hugged the setting. Returning from a walk through history, the clan visited their respective sites according to the categorised zones, day then came to an end with loud splashes from a pool party and all the fatigue washed away. Next day everyone spent time analysing their areas, culture and site history etc and spent evening chanting the SVIT anthem on the Gangaur Gate while dancing their flashlights. Day 2 comes to an end. After two long days of hard work, it was now time to relax, on Day 3, everyone split in two groups of which one went shopping and other went boat riding at Fateh Sagar Lake, the day ended after a visit to the folk village ‘Shilpgram’ where they witnessed folk styles art, music, dance and culture. With heavy bags and souls connected to the city forever, SVIT 2nd year Studio clan dragged themselves back home.

Prof. Preety Shah Prof. Pallavi Mandale Prof. Jaishree Mishra Prof. Jwalant Shah Prof. Dhwani Bhavsar

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NANDINI PATEL

DEVAANSHU NARVEKAR

ASIF ANSARI

Urvanshi Shah

SHRIYA SHEVADE

KOMAL MALGAYA

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URVANSHI SHAH

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CHAMPANER VISIT In their third semester, students of architecture visited a site situated about 23 km from Vasad, Gujarat. The aim was to evaluate the undulating terrain lying at the foothills of Champaner for a Structures’ RSP. After finding the correct spot, students were categorised in two teams each studying a flat and a rugged terrain respectively by measuring the elevation using instruments like Dumpy Level, Meter scale, Plumb ball, Measure tape (3 and 5 m), Compass, etc issued from the Civil Engineering department. Crawling under the shunted, spiny trees carrying heavy instruments, we finally discovered a mind boggling scenery; after gradually measuring level variations at each step, when we reached to the top of the hill, all the strain and exhaustion was taken over by the feeling of pure bliss, though sunny, warm air was replaced by cool winds and thorny trees were replaced by a sight so heavenly as if distant mountain range had merged with the clouds. There were two shallow ponds created by rainwater which added charms to the trip.

Dr. Dinesh Sha Prof. Amit Shah Prof. Pallavi Mandale Prof. Jaishree Mishra Prof. Jwalant Shah Prof. Praveen Suthar

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B. ARCH.- 5TH YEAR With the cities scaling up and moving forward with greater momentum, it is of greater importance to take care of its dwellers to be accessible to a better lifestyle. This case scenario generates the need for design interventions which are undoubtedly essential. While the Indian cities are growing and expanding, their problems are actually embedded in the socio-cultural linkages and economic fluctuations. The urban studio of the 9th semester was focused on the AVKUDA region under which the college also comes. The locus points were Vasad Town, Vasad-Asodar-Borsad highway, Lambhvel, Vadtal Town, Dakor town, Khambhat town, and Vitthal Udhyognagar. The sites chosen had an array ranging from the historical and religious towns to towns coping with the pace of development along with industrial towns. Meticulous documentation in the form of measured planar and sectional drawings coupled with visuals of the place was done and a thorough understanding of the place was carried out in the form of multiple site visits and engagement with the locals in the form of interviews while co-relating it to the social, cultural and economic heads of the place. Understanding the urban morphology of the given area and its potential in the current context. Analyzing and synthesizing the existing complex problems and situations and responding to them along with giving character to the urban environment was the end goal that was achieved.

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KANJRI BORIYAVI

BORSAD ASODARV

VITTHAL UDYOG NAGAR

KHAMBHAT

DAKOR

VASAD

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B.ARCH.- 3RD YEAR AHMEDABAD

The students of Fourth year visited Worli KoliwadVa, Mumbai as a part of their Housing Studio, where they'll work on re development project in this area. Worli Koliwada, one of the oldest settlements, aged at over 800 years, lies against an antithetical back drop of the Bandra- Worli sea link.Inspite of the Urban pressure around it, this area and it's people have kept their culture and traditions unscathed. vThe loud and bold colours on the exteriors, with the women ruling the house this is a truly unique fisher community. The men fish and the women sell the catch, wearing bright coloured navvaris and gold ornaments. The students had a chance to interact with them, learning of the probelms they face and how don't want to be "urbanized". With the new generation not wanting to continue the family business, migration impacts this little ecosystem. With new migrants in their land, their culture seems to be fading. The real challenge here is to keep their traditions and culture intact, while providing them better housing opportunities.

The disabled and blind people are an important part of the society, students of architecture, 3rd year during their 5th semester were given the privilege to design an institute for the blind and disabled on a piece of land located in Ahmedabad. For the same purpose the students paid a visit to the site with high enthusiasm and joy, when the reached the destination they first visited Andh Jan Mandal (an institution for blind and specially abled) just around the corner of site. Here the saw in and out how these people function their daily activities, what problems they face due to lack of facilities in the institute and also due to an impaired vision. Though the main lesson was that they got to live their life and experience it for a few hours. This institution had a special program, of a passage situated in a pitch black room to make you see what they see.it was an exceptional and truly incredible experience. Later on they went in their site and performed all required analysis and observations needed to carry their project forward. After completing all their work, in the evening everyone had light refreshments and returned for Vadodara with the same enthusiasm and spirit.

BARCH 4TH YEAR,GSFC WW We students of fourth year, visited GSFC township (Fertilizernagar) as a part of our academic program which includes housing studio as a current semester. GSFC township was designed by BV Doshi in 1964 for the migrant workers and their families. We got detailed information regarding his philosophy from the staggered and systematically arranged apartments that serves as a home to 3 different groups. Lower income, Middle income and Higher income The residents were really cooperative while interacting and providing us with the necessary data. We did a detailed study of the existing housing typology and their future requirments.

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NASA Louis Kahn Trophy 2021-22 was an enriching experience for all the participants. The site chosen, Shrujan: Threads of Life, Bhujodi, Kutch was visited by the team on 31st December 2021. The team coordinator was Prof. Shailesh Patel sir, whose invaluable guidance and kind encouragement paved the way for the rest. Shrujan campus is a credit to its surroundings and a reminder of the vibrant culture of the people of Kutch. The building, dedicated to the preservation of local embroidery and craft, not only fulfills the criteria of infill architecture but also imparts beauty to the otherwise dry and arid land. The structure and its colour palette is inspired by the sand dunes of the Rann. Various construction details such as rainwater harvesting system, windtowers, etc are built keeping in mind the facts and the flaws of the local area and climate. The masterminds behind this creation are the Indigo architects. They have created a beautiful blend of visual aesthetic with a structurally sound building.

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B.ARCH.- 3RD YEAR ASAGAM BARCH 3RD YEAR ASAGAM Asa gam- outskirts of bharuch A sense of curiosity is nature's original school of education. Compelling design prograam with a nature oriented site was basic demand for the intervention to fall at place.third year students after a long period of online mode of education went to site visit at asa gam on. Site neighbouring with farmlands,river ,ashram ashram generated curiosity among the students. Sensing micro climate sensing mapping circulation patterns trees identifying various elements available on site was a great experience.Faculties with all their hands on were present to adress and encorage students Prof shailesh patel and Prof parita jani. The site visit was followed by presenting collected data in form of diagrams charts photographs and sketches. Intresting landform was further understood by making 3d models for the site . Students performed various activities with enthusiasm and attentiveness.

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Jodhpur, the BLUE city of India. Known for its rich culture, forts, heritage and sand stone. As we describe Jodhpur’s admirable beauty, there lies a disheartening truth. The adversitVy of mine workers along with the dilapidation on various level, starting from society to government. The project was to design a co-housing program for 40 to 60 families, belonging to a community, and the community had no bound definition. We decided to go with the mining community, striving in the sandstone mines of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. To design a community living space, several factors had to be dealt with and for that, understanding the needs and requirements of the individual was gravely important. The brief visit lasted four days, allowing us to explore the unseen parts heritage city as well as the overshadowed residents.

College of Architecture, SVIT, Vasad, has established its distinguished identity since 2000 in the Bachelor of Architecture. With the new branches opening, the faculty has gained strength with new ventures like Bachelor Interior Design, Masters in Architecture and Diploma of Vocation. The balanced amalgamation of the three arenas: Architecture, Art and Design creates distinctive environment. We, at SVIT initiate different discourses about spreading awareness to different platforms like, arranging various school visit, social media, arranging seminar and webinars, to give brief idea on prospectus after 10th and 12th. The talk on professional guidance about architectural role in community upliftment, Socio cultural and environmental issues. Faculties continuously visit these group of schools (zone wise) based on the data and arrange meetings or events conducted by one senior and one junior faculty or local alumni involving group of school students and teachers. Few of these visits were explored at Anand, Nadiad, Vadodara, Godhra, Dahod Our team continuously makes efforts for arranging permanent exhibition setup with amenities in the new building – Highlights our new campus and facilities, inviting and conversing with DEOs of various district in educational/ career counseling events. Educational upliftments awareness about Scholarships and 1 other means of financial assistance for students with the support help desk of Department of College of Architecture Faculty for the admission process.

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It’s all About Nature! The earth is the living nature of the existing cosmos. Humankind’s responsibility here to live with this live earth without damaging its meanings. The first sensitivity we need to develop is everything around us constitutes our environment with living and nonliving things, which makes it the life surrounded by us. Humankind survival is purely hosted by the “Planet Earth”, perhaps this is only the survival place for life. More than 7 billion people explore and experience nature and biodiversity for their livelihood and well-being. All species in the living environment are equally relevant in the overall ecosystem of the Earth. Removing it will only initiate a reverse effect. Precisely, what we are suffering now with the Covid-19 pandemic stands before us like a monster. Looking at the present scenario, human survival is facing unexpected trouble in the environment. The initiative could start with organizations of the earth altogether on this day with small steps of planting trees or cleaning up some local lands, which can leave a huge impact on the safe environment. Further, awareness could be raised on introducing by-laws, policies, the use of plastics, and trees. Plantations help to curb pollution and help to shape better Earth conditions. WORLD YOGA DAY

College of Architecture Participated as a HOST FOR COA - B. ARCH. - THESIS AWARDS

COA- COUNCIL VISIT IN CAMPUS- Campus to New Architectural Identity

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On 17th and 18th Aug ’21 there was Council of Architecture visit in the CAID campus. The inspection went for 2 days, in online and offline mode. The result of which was that CAID, SVIT bagged 80 seats for the year 2021-2022. AN INITIATIVE TOWARDS TREE PLANTATION

SVIT Vasad in collaboration with the Isha Foundation celebrated international yoga day. Through online sessions, Sadguru (Isha Foundation) addressed how to build immunity and overcome immunity issues in the covid era. The staff of 300 members performed yoga on the campus maintaining social distance under covid guidelines. The session included various yoga techniques. Students also joined the online live broadcasted session.

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On the occasion of the Birth Anniversary of Shri. Miteshbhai Rameshbhai Patel MP Anand district, SVIT organized Tree Plantation ceremony at college campus on 27th Aug ’21. The occasion was graced by, the Chief Guest Shri. Miteshbhai Rameshbhai Patel, Shri. BhaskarBhai Patel (Chairman SVIT), Principal Engineering Dr. Shreeram Toliwal, Principal Architecture Prof. Sailesh Nair, invited guests, Faculties and Students.

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Dear Students, wisdom is the most valuable gift you can ever have. Always yearn to grow in knowledge because it will never leave you side. Happy Farewell !!... Principal COA, SVIT. A farewell is one of the significant events of a student’s life as it embodies the closure of one’s educational journey from a college, school or workplace. It is one of the best ways to convey a heartfelt goodbye to your friends, classmates, juniors and most importantly your teachers. Thus, it is the time to build memoirs that the students will cherish for their entire life, thus to create unforgettable memories at the college campus, we organized a Farewell Party for the final year students. The event was a grand affair where both teachers and students experienced boundless enjoyment with a variety of fun activities.

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JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION’S Janmashtami was celebrated with full fervor and life of Lord Krishna was beautifully portrayed by students, through series of plays followed by Aarti. The event ended with Dahi Handi ceremony.

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VAASTU POOJA The Auspicious day of Vasant Panchami the Vastu Poojan of New Architecture Building, College of Architecture SVIT Vasad. We are ready to shift into the new Building in the same Campus with New Identity, Aspirations, and, hopes. The occasion started with a small puja at the main admin office near the enterance. It was enthusiasticly participated by Management, Faculty, Students, and Principal. The event was graced by our chair Person Hr. Ronak Patel and other Trustee Board Members who also participated in the pooja.

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The event of Garbha night is being the traditional of Gujarat brought forward. In SVIT, we celebrate Garba is performed around a centrally lit lamp or a picture or idol of Shakti. The dance form has evolved and mega gatherings are organised where thousands of people participate. The happiness that left behind a memory which will be represented as an oasis of serecenity.

College of Architecture and Engineering celebrated Ganesh Utsav with great vin and vigor, the Ganapati Sathapana was observed for 7 days. On the seventh day Visarjan took place which was also celebrated with great joy. This would not have been possible without students putting enormous amount of effort for the event.

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The idea of ideal residence design with everyday life practices response to an intangible idea of living functional comfort. Residence with an infinitesimal opportunity for creating memories and experiences of space to enhance emotional, mental, and physical enhancement. The process of ahouse, daily amenities like gym, workplace, quarantine space & the experimentation with light drama is interpreted with jalis placements.

Exercise was focused with the given the task of creating the whole painting on the wall span of 2.4 m x 0.6 m; to be executed- installed within 6 days. Exercise is collective approach emphasizing basics of principal’s of design on hand’s on mode.

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ELECTIVE- THIRD YEAR A Step Towards Educational Sustainability with Roots

An Empirical approach based on first hand record of the phenomena of the place as directly experienced by the students. This attempt is an exploration of the form Music associated with perception and observation in architectural study. This elective as Appreciation of Music for the purpose of exploring a bond between Music and Architecture, an interpretation of empirical approach into architecture. A study captures a place having loudness of music within silence of old village clusters arranged in different area and expressed through communities of Vasad village in the Charotar region, Gujarat. The Appreciation of Music through tangible and intangible sources and place specific experience. 1) “Bhagod” as a Sapta Swara ,SARAGAM 2) “Khadki” as a Dramatic Organism, Notation and RHYTHAM Students had an opportunity to interpret their live experience through creative installations and narrations in poetic manner. They also worked with local folk artist Dashrathbhai to strengthen art of music along with the entire journey of this work. Old Street and a Khadki were installed in the theater like a place at College of Architecture, SVIT- Vasad and unfolded the exhibition among students, Head of the Institute, faculties and all staff members of the institute.

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Part of Elective work is combine with in corporation school at Nandesari, Vadodara. This is taken up by College of Architecture SVIT, Vasad. It was a pilot project to Enhance the Surfaces of School premise and make them Resourceful spaces. This is done under Sustainable Development Goal - 4, Quality Education. Student sensitive approach with SDG Goals Under 4 th Category: The future educational cultural sustainability.

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ARCHITECTURE HERITAGE AWARD COA- Council of Architecture, 2021

Very happy to share that our college participated in the Excellence in Documentation of Architectural Heritage 2021 organized by COA. It gives immense pleasure to announce that entry of svit students conquered a place in top 10 entries at Zonal level. We would like to thank our principal sir Prof. Sailesh Nair for constant motivation and being backbone of the students.

Krusha Patel Bhavik Thakkar Apurva Mistry Chaitali Patel Charmi Bhuva Hiren Prajapati Isha Katariya Pearl Patel Simran Maheshwari

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Our creative students gave a new meaning to the simple earthenware clay pots by adding a splash of colour and giving it a new function. The simple Diya into a beautifully illustrated fridge magnet. The students with their enthusiasm put up a pop up market to market their different creative designs for sale to share their art. An excellent endeavor for art to meet entrepreneurship.

AN EXIHIBITION & PARENT MEET DAY The program of parent meet was organized with an idea of strengthen the bond between parents and faculties and also to make them understand architecture practices and teaching. It was also intended to build a bridge of information between students and parents with second year work display of all subjects. The ideology is to work on theory and practice based work, the display presentation was expressing the learning in common ground as our central theme. At the end of the display parents were awarded with a token of tags with their ward chartectristics, and also students surprised faculties from thanking gifts of acknowledgement as a piece of cards. All over the focus was appraising, acknowledging, and also understanding the sensitivity of the course demand itself.

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The intention of the orientation program is to create familiarity with the course, institute’s regulations, academic standards and methodology for 1st year parent - student.The Orientation Program for B.Arch, B.ID, D VOC was conducted at SVIT Campus on 18th Dec 2021 were the parents were appraised about the Course Curriculum and the Methodology by the two Year Coordinators of First year: Prof. Nikita Pal and Prof Rachna Gala. Pedagogy of Architecture Studies, the Nuances of the Course, the University Guidelines and the Faculty Team were introduced Principal Prof. Sailesh Nair. The parents visited the Students Exhibitioan informal interaction of Parentsteacher with a visit to the new Campus.

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Purpose: The purpose of creating houses is to plan event and programs by the SPRY committee throughout the academic year and bringing each and every student into action in the co-curricular activities and festivities. In the entire academic year unity of among student body needs to be maintained and they need to interact better in every aspect.

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STUDIO 926: Ar. Ronak Patel & Ar. Shailesh Patel Concept and Design Approach: The approach to the design was to create a space that is rustic yet classy with a contemporary vibe to it, by curation of experiences through charming ambience and delectable food. The design considers different dining occasions by establishing separate dining environments throughout the restaurant. The exposed brickwork in the backdrop, industrial ceilings embraces the raw beauty of the well-proportioned space. The design takes a route of simplicity, clean-lines forms and uncluttered interiors. The linear programme inside is designed parallel to the glazed, garden lawn facing windows for natural light. Planning wise the area is divided in 2 parts for kitchen and dining. The spatial planning of the restaurant includes an entrance bay, the fixed seating bay, and the kitchen. Floor plans were designed as an open space with intuitive two linear passages connected endwise. A yellow frosted glass door marks the entrance with clear transparency between the entrance bay and the seating bay by glass panelled wooden French design frames.

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Building Smart Urbanism Instead of Smart Cities, a case of Vadodara Ar. Dhawani Bhavsar National level Post- Graduate Thesis Runner- up Award- 2021 Thesis was focused on improvements to the urban fabric and attempts to rationalize the form of the CBD with the new in a sustainable fabric. The use of architectural, planning and design elements at the intra-urban and neighborhood levels to reinforce urban form has often involved intensive attempts to harmonies the built environment with local and regional environmental realities. The sustainable urban form generation concepts will enhance the fabric by high density concentration, mixed land use, ecological enhancement, economic growth and sustainable transportation that are derived from its form. The project is critically evaluating the present proposal by central government and proposes new strategies through holistic planning to bridge the gaps in terms of strategic ground level interventions for city. The development done by our governments under this mission are basically present infrastructural need based issues as a short term intervention Whereas, smart city mission aims for sustainable and long term solution. Hence, such infrastructural1development should be done considering the existing & future urban fabric. The Approach of this thesis is majorly addressing 2 factors that is maximum utilization of land & place making incorporating the change in by-laws by achieving maximum F.S.I and proper Open Spaces. The use of F.S.I allows addressing the increasing globalization & urbanization. ABD Area will be the destination that give an identity and image to the communities, and that help to attract new residents, businesses, and investment. The concept for the urban fabric is that of ‘varying porosity’, using a transforming grid system to locate different conditions ranging from an open field with small free-standing retail unit to and dense cluster of larger commercial spaces. So the conclusion of the project is deriving the urban form & guiding principles for maximum land utilization focusing on sustainability which drives all other infrastructural development for Vadodara city under smart city mission. Smart Urbanism commits them with integrated, sustainable and participative urban growth. Smart growth refers to various policies and planning practices that create more compact and multimodal communities, in contract to sprawl, which results in more dispersed and automobile-dependent development. Smart city will also focus on big city infrastructure which will revolve around the form and ICT.

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Ar. Parth Hingu’s

Ar. Ahsan Khatri

Parth Hingu currently resides in Geelong, Australia. He took part in a photo competition organised by Geelong Calendar , for the month of October 2022. His picture was one that got selected for the final round.

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Awarded by the distinguished Bollywood actress, the 'Dhak Dhak Girl' Madhuri Dikshit at Asian Excellence Awards 2022.

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Chief Guest! Invigorated Zest-O-Pus 2022. Skies were filled with invitations to the same and our guests walked on a confetti paved path. The spirits of our SVIT family soared high. This inauguration lit lamps to further activities like Exhibitions, Seminars, workshops, Competitions and colorful musical nights.

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SAAA-COA SVIT- VASAD Getting to know how to draw closer ends between the gap of an academic life and face a reality check from a career oriented lifestyle from the Alumni is a great opportunity! It is utmost important to know that both lifestyles go hand in hand and that’s how it helps in achieving the ultimate goal. SVIT Architects’ Alumni Association is a collective body of alumni of COA, SVIT. Apart from serving as a base of information about the same, it aims to initiate programs and organize events which are the basis of architecture as a profession.

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Modern problems require modern solutions derived from ancient roots. We ensure our students a safe future by updating them constantly keeping in mind that they hold their culture close too. Zest-O-Pus brought students of all years closer to mud and metal through our ‘Unearth’ and ‘Metal’ workshops which let them feel the materials closely and learn how to handle the same.

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To compete is to test your wisdom and strength combined with confidence. Competitions : On one end ‘Gabha’- our young designers got woven together by this fabric competition whereas on other end they tested each other's knowledge and yes! Even ours through real problems in ‘Vad-Vivaad’, the debate. They were challenged to showcase their creativity in ‘Adhishthan’ by creating attractive installations. Revitalizing the campus by reflecting the theme of the festival in creative ways through ‘Hastakshar’ space design.

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The part of the College festival where you dive deep into the pool of knowledge with annual seminar series. This year on 4th April, 22 we had Mr Dipen Gada, the parent of DGA an Interior Design based civil and architectural planning firm. Mr Gada in his seminar highlighted the importance of planning spaces profoundly. Since the firm stands on the foundation of indispensable concepts of space utility, clear ventilation and well versed arrangements, Dipen sir enlightened his incentives. and Ar. Akshay Hiranjal, the principal architect at Purple Ink Studio connected us with the importance of sustainability using local materials combined with modern techniques and materials . The architectural firm he established about ten years ago believes in the concept of cohesive work culture. On 5th April, 22, Ar. Snehal Suthar and Ar. Bhadri Suthar from Grid Architects, steered us through yet another seminar that briefed us on the spacious design, low cost, low carbon emitting materials that pointed towards biophilia that drives innate emotional affiliation towards other organisms. This helped better in understanding that nature influences and impacts not only design but social, psychological and biological well-being deeply. Suha Khopatkar, the brilliant mind behind the book Give Me Some Space, is a non-fiction, argumentative writer and cognitive behavior therapist disguised as an architect. In this frenetic career line, one must build an equilibrium between profession and personal life to attain a mental stability. Suha helped us gain awareness on how important it is to believe in oneself.

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The festival of colours bring in joy and enthusiasm and with that, students of college of architecture SVIT,Vasad , made the most of the festival. Post their lectures, students hurled colours on each other's face. Some of them also used water balloons to celebrated Holi at the campus. Keeping it low-key they celebrated the festival with happy faces. The celebration was boosted with few on the spot games.

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THE NIGHT_ ZEST- O- PUS

“To improve the golden moment of an opportunity and catch the good that is in our reach, is the great art of life.” The Culturals Eve began with a subtle Valedictory Function where great intellectuals adorened the event. Taking blessings from the almighty by lighting the lamp and singing sanctified prayers, and felicitation of the guests, respected authorities and audience embarked on the journey of laughter, pride, enthusiasm and melancholy moments.

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Curious parents are welcomed to come and take a glimpse of hardwork and performance / upbringing here at SVIT Parents’ - teacher’s gala time, interacting and getting to know in depth about their ward’s efforts and futures. The event took place at the Courtyard of Architecture Dept. on 6th April '22. The occasion was a great affair with Management joining in for the interaction. The meeting helped to create better understanding between parents and teachers and build harmonious re l a t i o n s h i p between the institute and the community.

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We are excited to let you know about our new campus of CAID, SVIT, Vasad is about to complete this year. We are looking forward to officially moving into our new academic building. The campus has lots of new opportunities to offer. The new building is dense with departments embarking on a lot more multi-use space m a n a g e m e n t . All Faculties and students are geared up to start afresh in the new building, which is a new architectural journey in itself. The Institution is impervious to disaster and that the incessant and inexorable growth of this organization is attributed to all the people associated with it. This remarkable milestone has not only felicitated the gigantic leap in the development of the inception of the CAID but also make it a temple of learning for ages to come.

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"Thank you for inviting me today. Students make college and Faculty gives them soul. This is what we should always encourage. Atmosphere and quality of space provides inspiration. These are the backbone of a signature Institute. Please make them Joyous"

I would like to convey my heartfelt appreciation to the faculties and the administration staff of COAID, SVIT for their priceless efforts, understanding, support, guidance and contribution towards my progress. They have absolutely given a lifetime impact and shaped my future for the better. Their dedication and patience has enabled me to positive enhance my professional and educational skills to excel in all fields including my co-curricular activities. To sum it up, 5 years with COAID, SVIT Were amongst the best days of my life. In a few words my alma mater has been my temple of learning. Garima Joshi

Shri. B.V Doshi Let us exhibit the ideas Shirish Kulkarni It’s amazing and all the best"

It’s a very daunting task to reflect on what I have experienced these 5 years, given the breadth of emotions, knowledge, and understanding I have gained in COA, SVIT. Faculties’ unmatched teaching skills and support has really helped me a lot to stand out as a professional at the international level as well. The institution’s practical and structured approach towards built architecture really gave me the skills and detailed understanding about the practicalities that I’ll be facing in the field. Now moving farther in the journey and standing as alumni I am definitely going to miss our professors and the college itself.

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V. C. Sirish Kulkarni I am happy that the same thing continues. I hope you are keeping record of everything. With all the best wishes."

My experience of five years in SVIT has been a smooth sail; it helped me shape up my knowledge and thought process of design. The highly interactive environment of the institute teamed with professional mentors ensures a quality education. One of the reasons I enjoyed my time there was that there was freedom to explore ideas and develop an individual approach towards problem solving. The tutors ensured that they guided me without enforcing their ideas onto the process. This really helped 1 me decide on the field I wanted to specialize in, for my master's. Aakanksha Batra

Late P. S. Rajan sir

I have been there on both the sides of the table at S.V.I.T ... As a student and as a faculty... And from both the sides have experienced the college. I must say that being in that college was a wonderful experience. Have never seen such supportive faculties who are always there to help students and amazing colleagues who absorbs a new faculty as a family and soon college feels like our second home... The college has given many opportunities for self development and to explore new horizons in the field of Architecture and will always be thankful to it for that...

This event made me remember my days, I spent at this college. Really touched by the welcome. Students have kept the tradition. Really good work. All the best

Kruti Desai Previous appreciate the intelligence and hardwork with innovative ideas : implemented for preparing the Articles, Models, Drawings. Technical intelligence has been used for the design work of Architectural Engineering. I wish and bless all the inspiring Faculty members for the motivation they have provided to the students.

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END NOTE: We hope that you find the inspiration for the rooms in your life-perhaps for a space that takes you away from your routine and is a haven for your imagination. The team hopes to build on this ethos just as much during the upcoming academic year. We would like to place on record our gratitude and heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed to make this effort a success. We profusely thank the Principal and Management for giving support and encouragement and a free hand in this endeavor. Last but not the least we are thankful to all the authors who have sent their articles. We truly hope that the pages that follow will make an interesting read. We ensure that it would be a true reflection of the college eco-system and ethos. It has proved a great learning experience for both the students and the editors. We cultured that the ground needs to be well prepared for daffodils to bloom! We hope the magazine continues to evolve as a creative and vibrant space for the students to discover and nurture their literary talent.

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