Faculty of Architecture, Design & Planning

Architecture is a collaborative art. it is a combination of possibilities. The first obligation of an architecture institute is to have its own discipline and identity. But that does not mean that architecture can be studied in a separation or independently. We reach outside our field, people and our institute in many ways. We ask critics, artists, environmentalists, sociologists, and others to share their ideas with us. Architecture is not a beauty contest or a style war. We must focus on how buildings work, how the user fits into the picture, how the systems are integrated--how the building is built. To thrive as art, architecture must take risks; a calculative risk. Ignoring the basics is not to make art out of building but to insult architecture up to certain extent. Great architecture is much more than pretty shapes and fancy graphics. The art of building is very different from a romp through the sandbox of media hype. Architecture is construction, context and so much more: for those who chose to be architects, it is a culture, a commitment and a lifelong path to discovery.

Course Structure

The matrix of Course structure having ten semesters is made up of the following “Areas”

1. Arts & Craft
   • Basic Design
   • Architectural Graphic Skills
2. Architecture
   • Design
   • Humanities
   • History
   • Theory & Criticism
3. Skills
   • Hand Skills
   • Computer Based Skills
4. Technology
   • Building Material
   • Construction
   • Technology
   • Services & Structure
5. Practice
   • Professional Practice
   • Office / Field Training
6. Environment
   • Environmental Science
   • Sustainability
7. Supplementary
   • Related Study Program (RSP) / Electives / Communication Skills

Our Studio

The studio space is a soul space for the Institute of Architecture and Planning as the learning at the institute is centered around a studio. The purpose of a studio is beyond a mere classroom as apart from the lectures and project work, a lot of hands-on work – "learning by doing" takes place in a studio space. Studios are large spaces where design work can happen and students can engage beyond instructional time and faculty guidance.

There are a total of 6 studios for BArch programme. Each studio is around 145 sq. Mts. in size and connected to a corridor and a courtyard in the centre. The studios are designed to allow maximum natural light and ventilation in the working space. The large open space in front of each studio is an engine for productive discourse. The design reviews and class discussions take place in this space. Each studio is ICT Enabled studio.

• Ability to apply knowledge of Art, science and technology in practice
• Ability to identify, critically analyze, formulate and solve Design problems
• Ability to select appropriate technology and techniques and use them with dexterity
• Ability to design a system and process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as health, safety, security and environment.
• Ability to devise and conduct exploration, analyze data and provide well informed conclusions in design process
• Ability to understand the impact of global change, in a contemporary, economical, environmental, and societal context for sustainable development
• Ability to function professionally with ethical response ability as an individual as well as in multidisciplinary teams with positive attitude
• Ability to communicate and express effectively
• Ability to appreciate the importance of goal setting and to recognize the need for life-long learning
• To produce well informed socially responsible global citizen with sharp critical thinking skills having sound awareness about professional practice, planning, management, Building byelaws, ethics and values. They will have entrepreneurial spirit.

• To prepare graduates who will be successful professionals in the industry, government, academia, research, entrepreneurial pursuit, and consulting firms
• To prepare graduates who will contribute to society as broadly educated, expressive, ethical, and responsible citizens with proven expertise
• To prepare graduates who will achieve peer recognition; as an individual or in a team; through demonstration of good analytical, design, and implementation skills
• To prepare graduates who will thrive to pursue life-long learning to fulfill their goals

• Equipped with professional architectural knowledge.
• Competent in design and development.
• Proficient in conducting site Investigation and analysis.
• Good at Modern Technology Usage.
• Emphasises on Environment Sustainability concerns.
• Ethical.
• Efficient in coordination with consultants.
• Good at communication.
• The programme follows modern dynamic curriculum with wide range of courses.
• Wide range of electives nurture interests of students.
• Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking.
• Hands on practical experience is imparted through workshops.
• Scholarship are given to meritorious students.
• The Institute is equipped with State-of-the-art Material lab, Climate Lab and Computer lab.
• The Institute has academically strong core faculties with diverse background.
• Expert lectures and seminars by professionals and academicians are regularly organised.