ANSHIT AGRAWAL | UNDERGRADUATE PORTFOLIO | NIRMA UNIVERSITY by Ansh Agrawal

ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

ANSHIT AGRAWAL

SELECTED WORKS 2022-25

NIRMA UNIVERSITY

HOUSING

1 MATERIAL STUDIO

3 INSTITUTION

2 WORKING

Ascendia Teraces

HOUSING STUDIO (SEM-V)

A stepped high-rise development that integrates vertical growth and terraced design, optimizing space, light, and connectivity within a high-density environment.

Location:Thaltej Ahmedabad

OBJECTIVE

To propose residential and commercial project at SG Highway, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, as a redevelopment scheme and utilising high FSI near a metro corridor.

CONCEPT

Ascendia Terraces is a thoughtfully designed housing project that integrates stepped terraces to optimize natural light, ventilation, and views. The tallest block is positioned on the southern side, acting as a shield against harsh sunlight while offering vviews of the metro line.

At the core of the project is a large central garden, designed as a vibrant communal space for gatherings, events, and everyday interactions. The punctures within the blocks serve as elevated viewpoints, visually connecting residents to the landscape and enhancing openness.

The common spaces feature arches, seamlessly integrated by transforming columns into sculptural elements, adding both architectural character and spatial fluidity. Each unit is carefully oriented to ensure unobstructed views, framing either the SG Highway or metro-side landscape, fostering a sense of openness and urban connection.

ground lvl plan

1.ENTRY

2.EXIT

3.COMMERCIAL

4.SOCIETY OFFICE

5.TEMPLE

6.FESTIV GROUND

7.GARDEN

8.AMPHITEATER

9.MEDITATION AREA

10.OPEN GYM

11.COMMUNITY HALL

12.TURF

13.SWIMMING POOL

14.COMMUNITY KITCHEN

15.INDOOR PLAY AREA

16.PET AREA

17.LIBRARY

18.FOYER

19.METER ROOM

SEC AA’

UNIT DEVELOPMENT

Ascendia Terraces offers two unit types: 140 sqm and 230 sqm, designed for flexibility and user customization. Each unit includes an extension space, allowing residents to modify layouts based on their needs. The design accommodates various living arrangements, making it suitable for 2, 4, or even 7 occupants, ensuring adaptability for individuals, shared living, or families.

TYPE 1

TYPE 2

ARCH MSU

MATERIAL STUDIO (SEM-III)

The MSU Student Bridge is a brick vault structure built on a river. It has two floors with staircases and includes a café, lounge, play area, multipurpose space, meeting room, and washrooms. Designed as a student hub, it provides spaces for relaxation, study, and activities above the water.

Location : MS University , Vadodara

CONCEPT

Built on the vishwamitri river in ms university, vadodara, the bridge supports align with the river flow for structural stability, while arches on the contours enhance strength by utilizing the load-bearing capacity of brick. The design incorporates groin vaults, optimizing the material’s structural potential. With two staircases, movement between spaces is seamless. The first floor houses a library and meeting room, accessible via a separate staircase, while a common staircase connects the lounge, ensuring easy circulation throughout the bridge.

MULTIPURPOSE SPACE

STUDENT LOUNGE

GROIN VAULTS

LIBRARY

CAFETERIA

RIVER VIEW MULTIPURPOSE SPACE

STUDENT LOUNGE CAFETERIA

MONOLITHIC 200

INSTITUTIONAL STUDIO (SEM-IV)

This institutional project is designed for first-year and thesis-year architecture students. Inspired by toyo ito’s design philosophy, the structure is monolithic and made entirely of concrete, forming a seamless shell-like enclosure.

Location : Nirma University Campus, Ahmedabad

CONCEPT

Institution includes a students common room, workspace, library, reception, and studio space, fostering a dynamic learning environment. A ramp connects the ground to the roof, leading to a roof garden with a walking pathway. Skylight punctures bring in natural light, enhancing spatial quality within the enclosed concrete form.

PLAN AT 1.5 M

SECTION

Monolithic & Open

The curved shell roof, supported by walls that act as columns, creating a strong yet fluid structure. The roof punctures bring in natural light, making the spaces feel open and dynamic. Inspired by Toyo Ito’s philosophy, the design focuses on the relationship between light, structure, and movement, blending the built environment with nature. Like ito’s work, this structure emphasizes lightness and openness, enhancing the user’s experience within the space.

GRAND ENTRANCE

INTERCONNECTED VOIDS

SPATIAL POCKETS

TRANSITIONAL SPACES

WORKING DRAWING

(ON GOING SEM- VI)

In my Working Drawing semester, I redesigned the institute, addressing its structural challenges and refining its construction detailing. The focus was on ensuring a more efficient and well-executed design and to refine the design for better execution and efficiency

KERELA RSP

In Fort Kochi, Kerala, Students Were Assigned Different Religious Spaces, Such As Churches, Mosques, And Jain Temples, For Measuring, Drafting, And Documentation. Focused On Practical Skills In On-Site Measuring. I Was Assigned , Where I Conducted Detailed Measurements, Created Manual Drawings, And Later Transferred Them To Cad Software For Precise Documentation.

Haflong Field Studio

The Haflong Field Studio was an research initiative aimed at understanding the urban dynamics of Haflong, a hill town in Assam. Through on-site analysis, stakeholder discussions, and urban planning strategies, the studio explored ways to balance development with cultural preservation. The objective was to propose context-sensitive solutions that enhance livability, infrastructure, and sustainable growth, contributing to Haflong’s evolving urban identity.

Haflong Development Proposal

Our site in Haflong had minimal prior development, and we were tasked with proposing a planned growth strategy for the area, focusing on luxury hotels and resorts. The objective was to balance development with conservation, ensuring that Haflong’s natural beauty and cultural identity remained intact. We designed guiding laws and regulations to control urban expansion, preventing harmful developments while promoting sustainable and responsible growth.

GREEN ZONE 1

GREEN ZONE 2

GREEN ZONE 3

RESIDENCIAL ZONE 1

COMMERCIAL ZONE 1

COMMERCIAL ZONE 2

ZONE 3

HOSPITALITY ZONE 1 RIVER

HOSPITALITY ZONE 2

Proposed Development Laws

COMMON GUIDELINE

» 1.5 M setback from all sides of the plot

» 15m max height of any structure from grnd lvl

» 10 % Of plot area as parking

HOSPITALITY

ZONE (HZ)

GREEN ZONES (G)

» Built area to plot area %

Hz - 30%

Hz2 - 20%

» Allowance to cut trees On site

Hz 1 - 50%

Hz 2 - 20%

» G1 - No construction zone

» G2 - Parks and garden with 90% Green area

» G3 - Development should Have 70% green area

COMMERCIAL ZONE (CZ)

RECREATIONAL AREA

» Max height for Development CZ 1 - 15M CZ2 - 11M

Promote recreational Activities like River Rafting camping ,Hiking and many more to increase tourism

Development Plan

Our proposal focused on structured development while preserving Haflong’s natural beauty. We planned road networks with designated widths, pedestrian-friendly streets, and vendor zones to enhance accessibility and local economy. Space was allocated for trees along roadsides, ensuring greenery and sustainability. The goal was to create a well-organized urban framework where development supports tourism without harming Haflong’s identity.

MISCELLANEOUS

FURNITURE DESIGN

Swing Feature Portable & Light- Nature-Inspired

Provides gentle movement, enhancing comfort and relaxation.

Derived from the rib cage Designed for easy transport and storage.

INTERLOCKING JOINERY

Mishkal Mosque

We constructed a 1:100 scale architectural model using bamboo sticks and wood blocks to study the structural components of Mishkal Mosque. The focus was on understanding load-bearing systems, material behavior, and spatial organization through hands-on modelmaking.