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NIFT COLLEGE CASE STUDY FOR CAMPUS DESIGN- NIFT AHMEDABAD

1. CAMPUS DESIGN CASE STUDY SHIVAANI D VARSHA PRABHU SWATHI ANGADI MADHU PATIL KOMAL K VINITHA POOJA CHILLAL

2. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY, DELHI

3. location NIFT is located at Balbir Saxena Marg , Near Gulmohar Park, Hauz Khas , New Delhi, Delhi. Green Park Metro Station is 750 metres away and New Delhi Railway Station is around 10.9 km away from the institute. Indira Gandhi International Airport is 16.3 km away and it will take around 28 minutes to reach the institute. Latitude: 28-35‘ Longitude-77-12'Principal

4.       OBJECTIVES The objectives of this institute are to impart education in apparel design for the ready made garment industry to undertake research in this field in tune with our cultural heritage and train personnel in the field of garment marketing. I t is hoped that in future this institute will become an international fashion cent er and more importantly a model agency promoting regional institutes all over India to boost local talents which would enrich the national garment design and manufacturing.                         Client - National Institute of Fashion Technology Principal Architect- B.V Doshi Structural Consultant- Himanshu Parikh, Ahmedabad Site Area- 11650 sq.mt. ( i.e approx. 3 acres ) Total Built-up Area- 13570 sq.mt. Intakes - 300 students Courses - *Fashion and apparel *Fashion communication *Fashion and textiles *Fashion technology *Garment manufacture *Leather garment development *Knitwear design PROJECT DETAILS   National Institute of Fashion Technology, (NIFT campus) , Delhi  

5. CONCEPT Doshi’s concept of the building revolves around form-imagery perception thus providing the building with roots, life and history. The NIFT campus becomes a village square growing organically over time to become a theatre, the scene for unfolding drama of day to day life. For the central kund like court, wide casually aligned steps, water-channels, green areas, over looking terraces and bridges emerge as elements of space making to recreate for fashion and design activities. According to Doshi following references have been used – STEP WELL the steps leading to water body surrounded by platforms and galleries . INDIAN BAZARS the idea of introverted Indian bazaars relating to the theatrical quality of fashion and traditional chowk or mohalla to faster a sense of community . KUND the main dominant feature in the formation of institute design and which guides the way to the campus

6. PEDESTRIAN VEHICULAR CIR. GREEN AREAS AMPHITHEATRE BLDG.BLOCK SITE PLAN The site was a flat land. The kund and the levels are all architect’s creations which has changed overall site contours. The landscape is all planned with no trace of any natural growth of vegetation but main focus has been given to the hard landscape, neglecting the effectiveness of soft landscape. The access is through a plot reserved for zonal green now handled to NIFT on the condition that no building shall be constructed on this part. The entry to the campus is from two sides – front and back.. As one enters, to the left is security cabin and front is a green patch and the internal road leads to the main entrance and basement .

7. zoning GLASS  SCREENED  BRIDGE SEPARATING  KUND  LIKE  COURT  FROM  AMPHITHEATRE  COURT,  ACT AS  A MOVEMENT PATH BETWEEN 2 ACADEMIC BLOCKS It has two zones – academic and administration. Academic block is divided in to two wings on either side around central court - amphitheatre making central visual axis of the campus. ADMINISTRATIVE BLOCK ACADEMIC BLOCK

8. circulation HORZ. CIRC. VERT. CIRC. AMPH. PEDESTRIAN VEHICULAR The circulation on site from the gate to the point where the building begins is vehicular. Beyond this, the circulation is totally pedestrian with the play of levels and interesting movement patterns and landscaping. Pedestrian movement is Not channelized . On entering the building, the circulation is totally pedestrian through central court leading to resp. blocks. Such interactive spaces become the centre of activity during the free time of the students Parking chaos created at the entry only This forms a part of informal circulation

9. Circulation forms a major space for channelising . The architect has treated it with a very elaborate network of corridors, steps, lobbies, staircases, lounges, bridges, and terraces . A unique experience in going through the bridge and watching the court below gives the view of all the happenings in the campus. The components of circulation are: Three level walkways with a cross breeze flowing to stand and gaze Staircases evolving out of free flowing cut-outs, indicative of design forms. Staircases leading to the terraces, which are intended to be used by the students during their leisure time. Open  as  well  as  glass  screened  bridges  separating  the court  from  amphitheatre  court,  not  only  remain  as  movement path,  but  also  double  up  as  the  cat  walk  for  the  fashion  shows  which  can  be  viewed  over  from  the  class  rooms, corridors,  library  as  well  as  the  administrative   block. Total no. of 5 Staircases are provided serving the academic and administration block and 2 lifts , each in both the wings are provided. Circulation acting as Interacting medium circulation

10. Both covered and open parking was planned but the basement is not used for the purpose and used for the workshop purpose. Surface parking has been provided along with the paved access of the building. One side is flanked by staff car parking and the other by visitor parking. Road side parking infront of the institute is also done. Two wheeler parking Way to basement being blocked by dumping waste furniture Open paved parking at the entrance of the building block Parking along the way leading to inside of the campus parking Parking at the entrance Way to basement being blocked by dumping waste furniture

11. CLASSROOMS LABS. GREEN AMPH.+COURT VERT.CIRC. HORZ.CIRC. RECEPTION KITCHEN CAFETERIA TOILETS ADM.BLOCK The irregular lines of the plot bind the irregularly growing blocks. Different blocks acquire different shapes and forms depending upon the functions they are accommodating. Permeability of the blocks, due to accessibility from all the sides makes the site totally traversed. The building blocks are concentrated around the sunken court thus generating activity and creating lively environment. The  front  court separated from amphitheatre by terraced academic wing becomes  culturally  appr . and  climatically  comfortable  outdoor  space ADMINISTRATIVE BLOCK GROUND FLOOR PLAN GROUND COVERAGE =2892 sq.mts . (25%) labs in the way due to insufficient space Building layout

12. The whole complex forms a vibrant composition with a double height entrance to the reception. it attains most Different forms with a truncated pyramid. The academic blocks are connected through different systems of circulation overlooking the central court Double height Reception with a large glazed waiting hall and this reception is overlooked through the exhibition area Academic facilities have been provided in the areas joined together in the form of a cluster. The cluster comprises of – lobby , lecture rooms, laboratories and toilets. LABORATORIES Fashion design demands extravagant gaps to handle sprawling fabrics and numerous accessories – they require larger tables, space for mannequins. So , there is a complaint of space due to increase in no. of students . CLASSROOMS LABS. Space in between the labs and toilets acts as lounge/lobby- interaction space which is quite large enough so actual space is being used by the faculty members LECTURE ROOMS The exterior hides as to what is happening inside the building. Academic block

13. It is mainly designed to accumulate the persons for fashion shows as it helps the students to keep a contact with the changing friends . The NIFT amphitheatre is too much a topic of controversy and criticism. It has not been constructed as it was designed. It was supposed to have the stage floating in the water body below. But the direction of the stage has also been changed, without taking into consideration the orientation of the sun, i.e seating of the audience and stage exchanged their seats during construction. Total seating capacity is for 300 students , Which is not large enough for large gatherings. Amphitheatre view from administrative block’s balcony Front court view with central bridge separating the court from amphitheatre It creates an inwardly bazar, livened up by designed  displays  and  movements of  students  as  well  as  visitors  through  entire  space Area covered by amphitheater = 319.35 sq.mts.

14. LABS STORAGE AREA SERVICES VERT.CIRC. HORZ..CIRC. ramp down to basement which is presently locked and the way is being used for dumping the waste furniture Electrical and plant room Pattern making labs and yarn - knitting lab in the basement with aluminium partitions Basement covers storage space and labs other than services which was not planned. It was planned for parking which is not in use Basement is well lighted by using the skylights covered by fibre sheet which can be seen in central court Basement planning

15. LANGUAGE AND MODELLING ROOM LABS. TOILETS ART ROOM EXHIBITION HALL FIRST FLOOR PLAN One Lift serving both the academic blocks Adm. block Covers projection and research office, administrative office and officer’s cabin Narrow corridor of administration block with ending up at toilet blocks on both sides Labs are south west oriented which is not good as it causes glare in the peak time causing inconvenient to the students First floor zoning

16. SECOND FLOOR PLAN THIRD FLOOR PLAN CLASSROOMS LABS TOILETS DIRECTOR’S CABIN AND BOARD ROOM ART ROOM EXB. HALL – UPPER LEVEL LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTRE Library and the resource centre share the third floor. Library is used by all the students and outside people from the industry and profession, for research and reference work Resource centre consists of valuable audio-visual collection of videotapes, slides, CDs and photographs. Resource centre also comprises of material collection of textile, costumes, jewellery and other related reference material. parking

17. Although apart from the zonal green there is not any substantial green area to be landscaped, the institute gives a feeling of richly landscaped environment. Site boundary is lined with deciduous and evergreen trees. A  series  of  high and low platforms,  soft and hard  landscaping have been Used in the amphitheatre court. Landscaped cut-out and lawns Entrance has been supplemented with potted plants and flowers thereby giving one a feeling of being in a natural environment. Parking is flanked by greenery with earth mounds flowerbeds and trees. In this campus, soft landscape is negligible – environmentally not good. LANDSCAPING

18. Orientation Building is aligned with its long sides along NW and SE axis, facilitating good exposure to the sun and breeze. Different blocks of building complex are placed according to the site lines. All the peripheral building lines are parallel to the site lines. Openings for light and ventilation have been sacrificed for aesthetic considerations than climatic comfort. Windows in the academic block have been provided towards NW and SE resulting in glare and heat in the day. Structure This complex is based on frame structure - square module has been followed up. The 7.88mts. Grid of square hollow columns (serving as ducts) works as a vertical plenum for future air conditioning and evaporative cooling systems. The roofing is done with waffle slabs (1.7mx1.7m) thus providing a column free space of 6.85 sq., this sub-division used is a basic module for all the components of the building. The external thickness of 990mm (3’-2”) Acts as adequate sun protection for the Windows, providing insulation. labs Art room Labs Labs Labs Labs classroom classroom Basement Basement SECTIONS

19. Materials STRUCTURE – R.C.C and brick walls. CLADDING – random rubble stone masonry on some part of the plinth , pilasters in some places, imported float glass used as a special material as a non-reflecting glass used as a complete wall, steel frame screened with reflected glass, and use of vibrant colors in the interior spaces. FLOOR FINISH - different floor finishes are used in different areas – black granite and white marble check flooring in reception hall, kota green and Jaisalmer yellow in corridors, plain cement floor finish in classrooms and laboratories, chips flooring in exhibition hall, open spaces with rough kutni stone.

20. FAÇADE TREATMENT One of the most striking features of the building is the façade, which convey the contradictory sense of immobility as well as flexibility. The building acquires its overall finish in its outer façade in grey colored grit with grooves breaking the surface. The exteriors are uniformly finished in grit, the interiors come in as a surprise, with composition of white, grey, and greens of the court. WINDOWS An interesting part is the use of jharokhas of traditional architecture to new materials and expression. Their asymmetrical placement bears an incomplete look. TORN PAPER AESTHETICS As a gesture to the evolution from the concept of ruins, the architect has used the elements of tearing a stone wall slowly generating starkly colored bands and finishing in grit. ARCHITECTURAL EXPRESSION A grey mass puncture the undulating surfaces and the skyline formed by steps and terraces give a unique character to the building Murals at the entrance of the building parking

21. MATERIAL USED IN THE BUILDING STRUCTURE - R.C.C and brick walls. CLADDING – Random rubble stone masonry on some part of the plinth, walls in some places, imported float glass used as a special material as a non reflecting glass used as a complete wall, steel frame screened with reflected glass, and use of vibrant colors in the interiors spaces. FLOOR FINISH: Block granite and white marble check flooring in reception hall, Kota green and Jaisalmer yellow in corridors, Plain cement floor finish in classrooms and laboratories, chip flooring in exhibition hall, stone in open spaces. FAÇADE TREATMENT: The exterior although uniformly finished in grey-colored grit, the interiors come as a surprises, with composition in white, grey and greens of the court reflected in the glass wall. WINDOWS : jharokhas of traditional architecture and new materials and expression creating an interesting blend. 25

22. CONCLUSION The idea is to create a relationship between the built & the unbuilt spaces. There are evidences of blend of traditional and contemporary architecture. Aesthetics are cared for, sometimes at the stake of comfort if not function. The site is well-segregated into various zones w.r.t the functions. Circulation spaces are minimised to obtain efficiency in design.

23. AHMEDABAD

24. INTRODUCTION Project : National Institute Of Design Location : Paladi, Ahmedabad Architect : Sarabhai and Gira Site area : 63,848 sq.m Client : Ministry Of Industry, Government Of India Year of completion : 1961 Structure: RCC frame structure National Institute of Design was established in Ahmedabad in1961by the Government of as an autonomous national institution for advanced training, research and service in product design, visual communication, architecture, structure planning and allied fields. National Institute of Design is internationally acclaimed as one of the finest educational and research institutions for Industrial,Communication, Textile and IT Integrated (Experiential) Design. It is an Institute of National Importance under the DIPP, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India The site is located along the Sabarmati River. The site measures about 20 acres. In its surrounding is the Tagore hall, the kite museum and opposite to the site is Diwan Ballabhai high school. Main Access of the site is from the main road OVERVIEW ENTRANCE TO THE INSTITUTE

25. SITE PLAN ZONING The entire site is divided into 3 major zones . The campus is zoned out from main entrance ,leading from public zone ,institutional ,recreational towards residential zone . Recreational zone is in the middle of institutional and residential blocks providing a good buffer space between zones . The site has its main access for institutional block and secondary access for residential block Institutional block is placed near the entrance . Residential blocks are placed towards Sabarmati river maintaining its privacy away from the institutional block .

26. Layout The main block which consists of both academic and administration departments is placed on eastern facing the river. Movement about the site Emphasis has been given on the pedestrian movement of the site,and one is encouraged to walk around the building and discover it slowly. SITE &FEATURES: • The shape of the site is such that it divides the site into two parts. • The site is sloping towards the river. • Its ground level 2.51 m below the high flood level . • The shape of the site has influenced its design of the institute greatly. • Most of the main buildings are provided with the river view. Vehicular movement : Vehicular movement is restricted only till the entrance for the visitors. But it is possible from residential areas to academic block and vice- versa. Besides, services entries are provided for the various workshops. But pedestrian and vehicular movement are not separated. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES OFFERED Industrial design Product Design Ceramic and Glass Design Furniture and Interior Design Toy and Game Design Transportation and Automobile Design Textile and apparel design Textile Design Apparel Design and Merchandising Lifestyle Accessory Design Communication design Graphic Design Built unbuilt space Spill-out Shaded pathways space Animation Film Design Film and Video Communication Photography Design Exhibition Design IT integrated design Information & interface design Design for Digital Experience New Media Design Digital game design Interdisciplinary design Interaction design Universal design Strategic design management

27. The planning of NID is based on various spatial types of forms such as open courtyards with passages , raised platforms ,multiple entrances ,formal entrance with the brick shell ,colonnade type facing the green spaces and a concept of grid which hold the hole composition of structure . The entire structural formation is in the form of grid . The building is generated with the help of frame structure is supported through columns and beams . The entire building is on stilts with main floor standing 3.24 meters above ground level ,thus around 9570 sq.mt of floor space is available on ground floor . The grid of the building helps in organization of the spaces with internal spaces designed according to the requirement and sizes . The basic dimension of one grid is 6.15x6.15 meters c/c . All the modules are constant ,but when it changes it differs by 2 meters . The openings of the structure are prefabricated with the metal frame of basic module of 1.025 meters . All the spaces with openings are oriented towards the courtyards . STRUCTURAL DETAIL Major emphasis was given to create a function perfection in more complex spaces like workshops and studios . The planning in form of grid according to the function and around the two main courtyards makes building less complicated as well as more functional .

28. Ground floor is mainly of administration area ,director's office ,faculty area ,glass and ceramic workshops and public interactive space First floor basically consist of computer lab ,library, metal and wood workshops and printing area . The library is designed in full wall glass partition for keeping it lit during the day time . The mezzanine second floor consist of studios ,textile labs and auditorium. The auditorium has a capacity of 230 people . It is fully air-conditioned used for seminars and cultural programs and lectures The studios are designed mostly on the external wall with exposed to enough amount of natural light

29. HIERARCHY OF SPACES

30. Triple height interactive space Optimization of informal light and space Channels passing through grid Spiral staircase made up of steel has been provided in rear most small courtyard . These staircase acts as a secondary preference to triple height staircase . Workshop area with electric fittings The staircase has a platform extending on different level giving impactful experience. The semi open space of canopied roof near doubled act as one of the interactive space . Schematic light fitting detail Schematic fan fitting detail SERVICES

31. MATERIALS GREEN FEATURES Ground floor with waffle beam slab Reinforced brick shells workshop area in-situ flooring External façade with exposed materials Blend of vegetation with structure Internal courtyard as breakout space Built un-built space Spill-out Shaded pathways

32. Architectural observations The entire institute building designed is based on the square column grid . The designing is done according to the need for space and to adapt constantly changing needs in future . The building is constructed internally using partitions for changing needs and permanent partitions where permanent areas are assigned . The intersection of access path are often between the functional areas of classrooms ,studios and workshops such adaptations have been functional due to the informal nature of areas inside the building . The administration areas are restricted only to ground floor maintaining its privacy for access as well . The exhibition areas is on ground floor as a welcoming in the entrance The canteen is housed in the external structure .

33. AREA ANALYSIS

34. SPACE AREA ( sqm ) LOBBY/WAITING 60 RECEPTION 10 SPACE AREA( sqm ) DIRECTOR ROOM 30 REGISTRAR ROOM 30 STAFF ROOM 60 STORE ROOM 20 BOARD ROOM 50 P.A ROOM 8 LECTURE HALL 40 COMPUTER LAB 90 AV HALL 60 DESIGN STUDIO 60 ENTRANCE ADMINISTRATION

35. SPACE AREA( sqm ) GARMENT MANUFACTURING LAB 75 PATTERNN MAKING LAB 150 TEXTILE TECH LAB 75 KNIT WEAR TECH LAB 150 LOCKER FACILITY 60 LABORATORIES AUDITORIUM SPACE AREA( sqm ) STAGE AREA 200 GREEN ROOM (GENTS) 35 GREEN ROOM (LADIES) 35 CHANGING ROOM 40 MAINTENANCE 20 PROJECTOR ROOM 40 SEATING AREA 410

36. LIBRARY SPACE AREA( sqm ) COUNTER & OFFICE 30 LIBRARIAN ROOM 15 BINDING & PROCESS 50 STACK ROOM 200 MATERIAL LIBRARY 100 GENERAL READING 160 RECORD & XEROX 15 SPACE AREA( sqm ) ENTRANCE LOBBY 30 INDOOR DINING 300 OUTDOOR DINING 100 KITCHEN 80 STORAGE 50 SCULLERY 15 CANTTEN FOR STAFF & STUDENTS

37. SPACE AREA( sqm ) DOUBLE ROOM 1050 WARDEN ROOM 20 COMMON ROOM 144 PLAY ROOM 64 READING ROOM 40 HOSTEL FOR BOYS & GIRLS