nationalinstituteofdesign-161022075104.pptx

National Institute of Design was
established in Ahmedabad in1961 by the
Government of India as an autonomous
national institution for advanced
training, research and service in product
design, visual communication, architecture,
structure planning and allied fields.
Client
Ministry Of
Industry,
Government Of
India
Stakeholders:
Faculty, Students
Area:
63,848 sq.m
Architect:
Giraben Sarabhai &
Charles Eames
Overview

IGBC Category Max Points Estimated
Points
Justification (How/Why these points were given)
Sustainable Architecture &
Design 14 4
The building shows no clear climate-responsive orientation (east–west optimization,
shading) or passive design strategies (like courtyards, sun-shading devices, thermal
mass). Only basic architectural functionality contributes, hence low points.
Site Selection & Planning 14 6
Building is in a central urban location with proximity to public transport and
infrastructure, which earns credits. However, there is no visible eco-friendly transport
provision (EV charging, bicycle parking, pedestrian prioritization) and no special habitat
preservation, so points are limited.
Water Conservation 19 4
There is no visible rainwater harvesting or greywater reuse system. Assumed to rely on
conventional plumbing. Landscaping appears conventional, not xeriscaped. Some
minimal water efficiency features (basic plumbing standards) contribute a few points.
Energy Efficiency 29 6
Likely depends on outdated HVAC and lighting systems. No visible integration of
renewable energy (solar, wind). Envelope is conventional concrete/glass with no
advanced insulation. Limited natural ventilation/daylighting contributes a few points.
Building Materials & Resources 13 2
Construction is most likely conventional RCC with brick infill, not fly-ash concrete, no
recycled materials, no FSC-certified timber. A very small score may be assumed for
standard local sourcing.
Indoor Environmental Quality 10 2
Ventilation appears basic, without CO₂ monitoring, fresh air quality control, or
advanced filtration. Occupant comfort measures are minimal. Some natural ventilation
from windows may justify a couple of points.
Innovation & Design Process 6 1
No significant evidence of innovation in sustainability. Points may be given only for
compliance with very basic IGBC innovation credits (documentation effort or one
unique design aspect).
Total 105 25
The building scores far below the 50-point minimum required for IGBC certification,
due to lack of visible sustainable features.

• National Institute of
Design (NID) is a design school
in Paldi, Ahmedabad ,Gujarat
• Area of the site: 20 acres
approx.
• 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.
LOCATION

SITE ANALYSIS
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Site area: 63,848 sq.m
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National Institute of
Design
It is an autonomous
institution under the aegis
of the Ministry of
Commerce and Industry.
Architect: Sarabhai and Gira
MASSING OF SITE
PLAN
MAIN BUILDING-15000 sq.m
RESIDENTIAL ZONE-34770 sq.m
EDUCATIONAL ZONE-29078sq.m
SERVICES-1985sq.m
RECREATION
HOSTEL-7174sq.m
STAFF QTRS
SECURITY/ OFFICE
PARKING
ENTRY-3 nos.
residential
2400 sqm
administration
400 sqm
academic block
4200 sqm
SCALE
Main building
Residential
zone
educational
zone
QUANTITY
SITE AREA: 63,848 sq.m
TOTAL BUILT-UP AREA: 27,488 sq.m
FSI: 0.4
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ZONING

Site Planning
• The whole campus can be distinctively divided into
two major zones – Institutional & Residential. The
main block which consists both the academic and
administration departments is placed on the eastern
part facing the river. Sports facilities are in between
the two blocks.

Internal zoning
• The courtyards,
functionally
conceived as open
spaces to
segregate between
two diverse
functions of
'seminar rooms'
or 'classrooms'
and 'workshops'
or 'laboratories'
due to noise and
structural reasons;
spatially created
light wells for the
dark ground
spaces.
• The north-south
orientation of the
studios gives more
light and cuts off

• Emphasis has been given on the
pedestrian movement of the
site.
• Vehicular movement is
restrictedonly till the entrancefor
the visitors. But it is possiblefrom
residential areas to
academic block and vice-versa.
• Besides, service entries are provided
for the various workshops.
• Horizontal circulation: The
movement pattern develops on the ground floor
through the court like spaces that
developed under the structural grid.
• One is made to experience the receding
columns in perspectiveon the
way to canteen. The main
circulation on the first &
second floors is through a long
and narrow passage at the
centre. The passage is single height narrow
linear space.
Circulation

It is by triple height staircase marked
with platforms at different levels which
gives a very impactful experience. One of its
major functions is to formalize the entry to
auditorium on the second floor. The
second staircase has been placed in the
rear most court, which is used as
secondary preference to the triple height
staircase. Spiral stairs have been provided
as a means of connecting workshop to
the studios. The semi opened space
around the canopied roof of the double
staircase is an excellent activity area
where the students interact, relax and has
some major source of exchange of ideas.
Vertical
circulation

• Grid planning: The plan of NID signifies varied
spatial experiences with different 'spatial types'
such as the pen courtyard with thorough way,
the raised platform type, the colonnade type
facing the green spaces, the multiple
entrances, the formal entrance court with the
brick shell, and lastly the grid which holds the
whole composition together.
• The plan displays magnificent
interconnections and spatial non- hierarchy
with the openness of the organization. The
complex modulations with partition walls,
created maze with diverse experiences. This
openness of the plan symbolizes the expression -
'free plan'.
• Another interesting juxtaposition is the
location of an old monument, used as backdrop
for amphitheatre, in close vicinity to the main
building. The simultaneous existence of old and
the new, creates dynamic compositional
balance.
Structure details

LANDSCAPE
•• As soon as the built form is placed on site it generates its own
space in and around it. Thus the outside open spaces are as much
important a design criteria as inner spaces.
•• Lawns are used for informal gathering, cultural program, etc.
• • The campus has been completely landscaped. Three platforms
extend from the institute building in the lawn acting as built-in sit
outs.
•• There is also an ancient monument and open air amphitheatre
having densely planted trees around it.
•• Amphitheatre is also used for social functions, fashion shows,
etc.
• • Lawns are not only a feature of landscape but they act as
interactive spaces.

• Precast concrete is a construction
product produced by casting concrete
in a reusable mold or "form" which is
then cured in a controlled
environment, transported to the
construction site and lifted into place.
• Precast concrete production is
performed on ground level, which helps
with safety throughout a project. There is
greater control over material
quality and workmanship in a
precast plant compared to a
construction site. The forms used in a
precast plant can be reused
hundreds to thousands of times before
they have to be replaced, often making it
cheaper than onsite casting when
looking at the cost per unit of
formwork.
onstruction technology
recast)

Materials
• Precast RCC shells are designed
to carry machine loads of
1000kg/sq. metre (including
impact).
• The first few shells were of
reinforced cement concrete,
but the next step was to develop
them of reinforced brick with an
RCC band at the edges.
• In the third stage, the entire shell
was made of reinforced brick.
The final stage of the development
was the design of a brick shell
without any reinforcement at
all.
• Flooring consists of squares of
two module length, cast in situ
cement (patent stone).

• The campus has been designed taking into
consideration the hot and dry climate of
Ahmedabad. The activities are so planned that
they spill over into inward looking spaces.
• The courtyards remain in the shadow for most
part of the day. To allow the inflow of light into the
workshops, sliding panels have been installed
which run from the height of the skirting to
about 10’ from the floor level.
• Pockets of vegetation blend with the structure
on the exterior as well as interior. Large trees
protect the building from surface glazing and
courtyards from excessive heating.
• The external cladding is
prefabricated and consists of heat
resisting glass in metal frames in
workshops and in rosewood frame
in studios.
• Winds from the riverside are
captured in the studios and
workshops from the terraces due to
adjustable glazing. Features like
water bodies with jallis are used to
filter the cooled air flowing over the
water and passed in interiors.
Lighting and ventilation

Services
• A channel, 5 cm. wide, is maintained between these
squares. Under-floor electric wiring is laid in these channels
and filled with ma9S concrete. Changes in machinery layout
can be made at any time by simply removing the mass
concrete in the channels and changing the under-floor
electric connections as and when necessary without any
damage to the concrete flooring.

Electric light fixtures are an integral part of the light-weight overhead grid
suspended from the roof beams. The fixtures have been so designed that
additional tube lights can be fitted if greater illumination is required
• Electric fans are also suspended from the overhead grid.

• Ducts for housing various services like water pipes, electric cables,
ventilation and air-conditioning are an integral part of the design of the
building.

5.Sprinkler for cooling roof
shell
6.1230 cm.
x 1230 cm. brick shell
7.Rain water drain
8.Return air duct
9.Air condition or
humidification duct
10.Suspendedstructure for
lights and fans
11.Steel cladding
12.Electrical cable ,
drainage
and water supply duct
13.Wood seasoning Plant
(chamber)
Detailed Section of Workshop

Modifications
• Office space - workshop
area.
• First floor mezzanine

Exhibition spaces
Workshop areas

NATURALLY
SHADED PATHWAYS
GREEN BELT ON
THE EASTERN
FAÇADE TO HAVE
GLARE- FREE
MORNING LIGHT
IN THE WORK
SPACES

SHADED PATHWAY VIZ
PIGEON PARK
LEADING TO NID
FROM HOSTEL BLOCK
PANAROMIC VIEW OF THE OPEN AIR AMPHITHEATRE

•️
🌬️Passive Cooling Systems
•Natural Ventilation: The campus utilizes natural ventilation through strategically placed openings, courtyards, and
atriums to facilitate cross-ventilation, reducing the need for mechanical cooling systems.
•Thermal Mass: Materials with high thermal mass, such as concrete and brick, are used in construction to absorb
heat during the day and release it during cooler nights, stabilizing indoor temperatures.
•Wind Towers: Traditional wind towers (also known as 'badgirs') are integrated into the design to capture cooler air
from higher altitudes and direct it into the building, enhancing natural cooling.
PASSIVE DESIGN STRATEGIES

☀️Shading Devices
•Overhangs and Louvers: Architectural elements like overhangs and louvers are incorporated to
minimize direct solar gain, thereby enhancing indoor comfort.
•Pergolas and Trellises: These structures are used to provide shade to walkways and outdoor
spaces, reducing heat absorption and creating comfortable outdoor environments.
🌞Daylighting
Skylights and Clerestory Windows: Strategically placed skylights and clerestory windows allow
natural light to penetrate deep into the building, reducing the need for artificial lighting during
the day.
Light Wells: Central light wells are designed to bring daylight into interior spaces, enhancing the
quality of indoor environments.
🌿Landscaping and Site Planning
Vegetation: The campus incorporates lush greenery and vegetation, which not only beautify the
space but also provide cooling through evapotranspiration.
Water Bodies: Reflective water bodies are strategically placed to cool the surrounding air
through evaporation, contributing to the overall cooling effect.
🧱Building Materials and Construction
Local Materials: Use of locally sourced materials reduces transportation energy and supports
the regional economy.
Insulated Walls and Roofs: Walls and roofs are designed with insulation to reduce heat transfer,
maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures.

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