0REIMAGINING HIGHER EDUCATION IN DENSE URBAN CONTEXTS : A VERTICAL UNIVERSITY IN MUMBAI,INDIA# Vertical University: Project Overview The Vertical University is envisioned as a future-ready educational ecosystem that redefines learning within dense urban environments where land availability is limited. Rather than replicating the conventional horizontal campus, the project explores how a high-rise university can foster academic excellence, social in
0Echoes of Place, Places of Echoes An Architectural Memoir of Memory, Mourning and Continuity at DoonEchoes of Place, Places of Echoes An Architectural Memoir of Memory, Mourning, and Continuity at Doongerwadi Echoes of Place, Places of Echoes explores the relationship between architecture, memory, ritual, and healing within the sacred landscape of Doongerwadi. The thesis emerges from the growing concern that contemporary society increasingly distances its
12Conserving Modernity: A Dialogue Between Past and Future of Khulna Divisional LibraryConserving Modernity reimagines the 1964 Khulna Divisional Library as a dialogue between heritage and contemporary intervention. Guided by “Timeless Convergence,” it preserves modernist identity while introducing adaptive civic spaces that reactivate public engagement through flexible programs, cultural exchange, and climate-responsive design.
0Pravah-Harmonizing Water, Culture, and EnvironmentPravah explores regenerative architecture for water conservation in Poladpur, Maharashtra, integrating traditional rainwater systems with community infrastructure. It harmonizes water, culture, and environment to enhance resilience, livelihoods, and social cohesion in a high-rainfall yet water-scarce region
0THE UNIVERSAL SCHOOLDiminishing the boundaries of learning through universal learning Hotspots.The project aims to establish a platform to balance the educational opportunities across the socio economic divide.Democratizing access to high quality educational resources in a country where average educational level is relatively low.With a aim to scale upto global level problems.
1CA TRU RHAPSODY "Preservation of ancient sounds"The architectural project of the Ca Trú Music Conservatory is a tribute to the richness and authenticity of this Vietnamese musical tradition, while striving to preserve and revitalize its sonorous legacy. This conservatory stands as a symbol of the dedication to Ca Trú music and its heritage value.
2Honorable MentionSchool of Will and ImaginationThis is a school to stimulate students' creativity and cultivate their willpower
1Runner-upVincent BarDining with Vincent: Design Challenge - A restaurant inspired by the works of Vincent Van Gogh, Aries, France
2Rethinking rural school with sociocultural synthesUSUALLY, A SCHOOL OR A CLASSROOM HAS A ROW OF DESKS, A BLACKBOARD, AND A TEACHER IN THE FRONT OF THE CLASS GIVING LECTURES. THE CURRENT MODEL IS AT LEAST 300 YEARS OLD AND STILL, PEOPLE ARE FOLLOWING THE SAME. TEACHING METHODOLOGY HAS CHANGED AND CONSIDERING CHILDREN'S EDUCATION WE SHOULD GO BEYOND ERGONOMICS AND THINK OF ARCHITECTURE AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL.
12UNIVERSITY OF URBAN ARCHEOLOGY A PLACE FOR LEARNING, CULTURE, AND ARCHEOLOGY. University for Urban Archeology is designed not only for the students but for creating interest in its historic context for all people. The design comes alive with respect to the historic remains, contextual references, and environmental systems, with the minimum disturbance on its highly sloped topography.
