school of architecture case study

School of architecture in Karakorum international university Gilgit
Baltistn
By Moinuddin
(CMS ID 13284
Supervised by
AR, ASIM MOBiN
(Assistant Professor)
Department of Architecture Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering &
Management Science Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree
Bachelor of Architecture
April 2015

Dedication
Dedicated to my dear respected father DR Mumtaz Ahmed and my mother, who encourage me
always.

Acknowledgment:
I greatly thank full to Allah almighty that give me power strength and helped me to complete this goal,
without his help, I unable to do this task.
Thank you ALLAH for support and courage
Now I want to acknowledge all those people , without whom I could never complete my thesis:
I highly obliged and thankful to my report supervisors architects Asim mobeen., waqas ahmed Mehar
,azeem daad ,mamoon ur rasheed ,naveed marwat Muhammad sohail ,for their help at every stage of my
thesis.
I would like to acknowledge my respected sinour architect maska khan for his constant assistance
throughout the work .i highly obliged and grateful for his support and guidance,
I would like to thank my teachers, sinour who kindly exceeded to help whenever I needed.
In the end ,with due regards and gratitude , I am greatly indebted to my father ,my mother, my brothers,
sisters specially my youngest sister(hala gola) and my whole family for their unconditional support.

Abstract
No human being is able to survive properly without education. Education teaches what man lives and
struggle for .it cultivates an integrated life. By so doing ,it give significance of life.
The proposal of school of architecture is very important for the students of architecture. the school of
architecture is proposed in Karakorum international university gilgit , estimated population is more than
2 million of whole Gilgit Baltistan.
The school of architecture solves these problems through educational projects, because the architecture
school is an art and well physical science. The aims of this project to make awareness among the people
about architecture. as teaching the history of architecture or dealing with present conditions, thinking
about the future is essentially for our students who will carry on their lives/profession in that very
future.

• INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTUREIN KARAKORUM UNIVERSITY
GILGIT.
Cities are an essential part of human life and provide human living in an atmosphere most
appropriate for further developments of whole society. On the other hand, if the cities are not
properly managed they can harm the human instead of providing benefit. For making this
purpose, the idea of a sustainable city is quite interesting. For making the cities sustainable,
certain skills and resources are required. One way of achieving this objective is to train humans
by establishing institute that imparts such knowledge. Sustainable cities not only address the
needs of humans but also consider and acknowledge the values and other human aspects as well.
In order to address the values and certain characteristic of a society and to promote the human
talent, institutes like a school of art and architecture play a key role. Gilgit , In order to promote
the education and literacy in a sustainable way, the school of ART and ARCHITECTURE is the
place that depicts the true senses of nature of art and architecture identities of a region.
Architecture is the discipline that develops the true sense of belonging and reflects the image of a
civilization. The establishment of such as school will address and polish the skills of young
generation of Gilgit baltistan.
• PROBLEM STATEMENT
There is no Architectural school in Gilgit Baltistan, therefore Gilgit- Baltistan is facing problem to find
out professional of these fields who can help in government and public sector the people of region
require art and architecture school .many students want architectural studies but unfortunately there is no
any institute in that area .
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:
This project of architecture is a need of GILGIT BALTISTAN because it depict the collective
thoughts of (people) students from various part of GILGIT BALTISTAN and depicting their
ideas and style’ in form of architecture.
• PROJECT JUSTIFICATION:
To promote culture, history and art in province because it is best way of depicting the true nature
of Gilgit baltistan, art and architecture institution provides a bigger platform to the designer

where he and she can analyze an experiment a lot with space, variety of activities occur and
overlap at a time in it. The dialogue between solid and voids, or the play of different material,
colors and textures on one another are impartment elements in creating institutional space. This
becomes a challenge for the designer and it has pushed me to explore these domains
• OBJECTIVES
• To provide art and architecture education at Gilgit- Baltistan.
• To develop the built environment of Gilgit-Baltistan by producing skillful artist and
architects.
CHAPTER 2
LITRATURE REVIEW
Architecture is what nature cannot make. Architecture is something unnatural but not
something made up.
Louis kahn
• ART INSTITUTE
It is common opinion that artists are borne and not made , that there is no need of any formal
education for this but it’s not true ,raw talent may get you at some place but in wide world of art
,you are more likely to succeed if you learn from those who have gone before you it’s not like

you are committing to doing anything the way everyone else does it you are just learning how
they do it so you can incorporate those implements ,techniques , and perspective you find most
useful in to the style that best suit you personally . After all, even Picasso went to school and
learn to paint in the established tradition of the time before taking his tools pursing his own
direction .
So, there is need of an art institute in society for many reason:
Its fact that ability or inborn talent is not sufficient for success in this field ,there is need of good
quality institute to enhance their skill ,A quality institute with professional faculty and strong
artists environment will provide an opportunity for intense skill and concept development
Art institute also help them to know how to work in practical field, because for living their
always need a training and mostly artists work, other than their passion also their source of
income .so they must have formal education to make their careers. An art institute serves as a
important link between student and market place.
It will also help them to learn advance artistic techniques while exploring multiple formats,
which will allow you to expend their knowledge base and help them to chose an area of focus
that suits their talent, They can then chose from a wide variety of careers related to the arts, both
in the teaching field and within the art world itself.
In each field art ,there is a constant change of style and also new techniques are introduce
constantly ,so art institute help in updating students about latest trends.
2.2HISTORYOF ARTS INSTITUTE:
22.1HISTORICALBACKGROUND:
Historically art was thought in Europe via the atelier Method system where artists took on
apprentices who learned their trade in much the same way as any guild such as the Masons
(Stonemasons or goldsmiths etc).The first art schools were established in 400BC Greece as
mentioned by Plato. During the Renaissance formal training took place in art
studios.Historically,design has had some precedence over the fine arts with school of design
being established all over Europe in the 18th century. Education in art takes place across the life-
span.Childern,youth and adults learn about art in community based institutions and organizations

such as museums ,local art agencies ,recreation centers, places of worships social services
agencies, and prisons among many other possible venues .with in the art school s ;visual arts
education; encompasses all the visual and performing arts delivered in a standard based
,sequential approach by qualified instructor as a part of core curriculum , its core is the study of
inseparable artistic and aesthetic experience and learning
The study of art appreciation in America began with the picture study movement in the late
1800,s and began to fade at the end of 1920,s .picture study was an important part of art
education curriculum .Attention to the aesthetic in class room led to public interest in
beautifying the school ,home and community ,which was known as :Art in daily living; The idea
was bring the culture to the child to change the parents .The picture study movement died out
at the end of the 1920 as a result of new idea regarding learning art appreciation through
studio work became more popular in the united state ,s
Prince Albert was particularly influential in the creation of schools Art in the UK .prince
Charles has created the prince ,s drawing school in the London borough of hackney to preserve
the teaching of academic drawing.
• 2.3HISTORY OF ARTS INSTITUTE IN PAKISTAN
There are few good arts institute in Pakistan, that give quality professional education to the
students and developed` their skill`. National college of arts in Lahore is one of the oldest art
institute of Pakistan..It was established in 1875 was known as Mayo school of art in old times .it
offer degree in more than 12 field of arts presently .now its another campus establish in
Rawalpindi .Another oldest arts institute is college of arts and design at university of Punjab
,which was established by professor Emeritus Anna Molka ahmed in 1940 .it is also very
famous institute of arts in Lahore and offer graduate and post graduate in many field of arts .For
first time in Pakistan faculty of architecture was introduce in UET ,Lahore in 2006 bachelor in
product design also offer in UET .in Karachi the oldest institute of arts and design at university
of SINDH ,which was establish in 1951 .other famous arts institute of Karachi are Karachi
school of arts was established before 4 decade .Indus valley is also very famous art school of

Pakistan established in 1994 and produce brilliant artists. Other then few new colleges of arts are
beacon house national university in LAHORE, COMSAT ISLAMABAD BUITEMS school of
architecture bachelor degree in Architecture
Source (thesis report uet Lahore 2003)
The college offer graduate degree in all above subjects. It will also offer short courses. Also
have library, different exhibition area ..Auditorium and common places to design in it.
Architecture is the art of building in which human requirements and construction materials are
related so as to furnish practical use as well as an aesthetic solution. As an art, architecture is
essentially abstract and non-representational and involves the manipulation of the relationships
of spaces, volumes, planes, masses and voids. Time is also an important factor in architecture,
since a building is usually comprehended in a succession of experiences rather than all at once.
In most architecture there is no one vantage point from which the whole structure can be
understood. The use of light and shadow, as well as surface decoration, can greatly enhance a
structure.
More than being merely shelter, architecture is also the physical record of human activity and
aspiration. The analysis of building types provides an insight into past cultures and eras.
Architecture constantly touches shapes our behavior and conditions our psychological mood. It
engages all our senses to shape our perception and enjoyment of our built environment and then
it also happens as vice versa.
Architecture is an art and science of built environment has also been engaged with the social
issues since the beginning of the civilization. Architecture is concerned with the whole process
of evolving a habitat and not just buildings. In other words the scope of architecture is not
restricted to provision of shelter of individuals but incorporates entire range of shelters for
family, neighborhoods, community, society and humanity at large. At the same time public
buildings have also much influence on the human society and behavior. Architecture is not
merely a visual art; it includes humanities, sciences, technologies, arts and crafts. Therefore,
architectural education has to respond to this multi-disciplinary approach to address the issues
confronting a society in particular and humanity in general.

“The purpose of architecture is to generate something new, to solve problems in a way that is
unique to that problem, whether it is art, social action, or something else. Innovation implies
change, and change implies improvement” Preiser, vischer and white, 1999
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2.4 ARCHITECTURE:
Architecture is the art of building in which human requirements and construction materials are
related so as to furnish practical use as well as an aesthetic solution. As an art, architecture is
essentially abstract and non-representational and involves the manipulation of the relationships
of spaces, volumes, planes, masses and voids. Time is also an important factor in architecture,
since a building is usually comprehended in a succession of experiences rather than all at once.
In most architecture there is no one vantage point from which the whole structure can be
understood. The use of light and shadow, as well as surface decoration, can greatly enhance a
structure.
More than being merely shelter, architecture is also the physical record of human activity and
aspiration. The analysis of building types provides an insight into past cultures and eras.
Architecture constantly touches shapes our behavior and conditions our psychological mood. It

engages all our senses to shape our perception and enjoyment of our built environment and then
it also happens as vice versa.
Architecture is an art and science of built environment has also been engaged with the social
issues since the beginning of the civilization. Architecture is concerned with the whole process
of evolving a habitat and not just buildings. In other words the scope of architecture is not
restricted to provision of shelter of individuals but incorporates entire range of shelters for
family, neighborhoods, community, society and humanity at large. At the same time public
buildings have also much influence on the human society and behavior. Architecture is not
merely a visual art; it includes humanities, sciences, technologies, arts and crafts. Therefore,
architectural education has to respond to this multi-disciplinary approach to address the issues
confronting a society in particular and humanity in general.
“The purpose of architecture is to generate something new, to solve problems in a way that is
unique to that problem, whether it is art, social action, or something else. gvnnbInnovation
implies change, and change implies improvement” Preiser, vischer and white, 1991.2
1 J.sporre, “Realitythrough the art”3rd
Edition,by prentice hall, 1997
2 LelandM. Roth, “UnderstandingArchitecture,its elements,history & meaning”,
The Herbert press, 1993.
2.5 TYPE OF ARCHITECTURE SCHOOLS:
The school of architecture has prospective part in the formation of an architect of the future . we
must believe that it is not only a part of work to give our students a technique which shall be
useful and salable, but we must also strive to make them fit to apprehend a new vastly wider
responsibility that has hitherto characterized the architect.
The architecture school institution boadly speaking can be divided in two categories.
• Conceptual school essentially give precedence to basic design concept, creativity and
aesthetic.
• Where as the technical school believe in Louis Sullivan philosophy of: form fallows
function” and the tents of Bauhaus and Chicago school “ which were practical approach

in design and functionality .Massachusetts institute of technology is an example of
technical school.
Source(thesis report cead mehran university manan mammon)
In Pakistan national school of arts in Lahore can be classified as a conceptual school with
emphasizes on creative thinking and “dream concept”
The mother art is architecture. Without architecture of our own we have
no soul of our own civilization.
Frank Lloyd Wright
BACK GROUND AND HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL:
• 2.6HISTORICAL DEVOLPMENT:
In mid of 1500s, building designer were called architects, these architects took apprentices to
teach in exchange for there labors.
The academy of architecture was founded in 1671 in Paris,France which later turn in to Ecole
des beaux Arts.
The academy teaching method evolved studio culture:
Long houses, intense competition, the schematic design focus the absence of users, the relative
disregard how things get built, emphasis on the development of prototypical solutions”.
This system of Ecole des beaux Arts was all over Europe and in some part of America .As the
system was contradicting with architectural practice in Britain, architectural association was
founded in London in 1847
In 1919,walter Gropius founded a school named as Bauhaus ,the aim was to integrate art
,economics and element of arts .In 1927 ,the architecture department was included in curriculum
In America architects took their training as apprentices in the offices of self thought

architect.henry cob,s(1985)research said that university based school of architecture is an
American invention .following the same system in Europe (Beaux arts model)
In 1868 MIT introduced architecture in their curriculum ,which later fallowed Bauhaus model
including engineering and history .University of Pennsylvania began a program in architecture in
1890.where architecture was taught as form of arts In 1903 Beaux arts system was introduce to
penn department of architecture Later different architecture schools were included in university
system
Source(thesis report ameer Mustafa varzgani)
2.7THE TRANSFORMATIONSIN ARCHITECTURALEDUCATION
Architecture education is always in transitional mode as during different phases different aspect
is highlighted. In constant development road the education has shifted from static to dynamic
forms, from planes and solid geometry to morphogenesis, from classical proportion and order to
different complex experimentations. There is no fixed dimension in architecture, therefore, the
changes in architecture education is always in motion. Different mood of expression through
computer modeling have changed the whole working environment of an architect and the
students.
The current virtual world has shifted the focus from certain fixed rules to infinity, which allowed
the students to draw and design in their own world without the feel of gravity. As the students
can model whatever they want they are moving away from the real world where architecture is
nothing personal but it is combination of user ,possibility economy ,culture and context .The
design that students create are not designs of spaces intended to frame social life ,these are
narratives and messages pushed by evocate imaginary (Schumacher 2012)
Different meetings and conference held in order to make some changes in the system of
architectural education .The Boyer report is among them ,in the Boyer report 1996 ,it was argued
that the education should be more flexible ,and integrated curriculum ,but if it failed to produce
change .The report also failed to anticipate the magnitude and intellectual consequence of digital
technology (Nasar 2007)

2.8 RELEVANCE OF ART, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN TO SOCIETY:
Society is derived from the Latin word societies meaning fellowship, thus, the derived word
stands for the collective activities living style of a group of people with a separate and
distinguishable culture, traditions and norms.
Art, design and architecture are the reflection of the human nature of mind which allows the
society to understand the cultural continuity (regionalism in modernity) and social relevance
(issue of poverty, technology or materials).
Art, architecture and design respond to the society’s needs in a manner that translate, transform
and understand the responses of the individuals to shape their physical and mental world. The
primary responsibility of design and architecture is to articulate aesthetics, and provides working
solutions in tune with the people; solutions which helps them to find themselves and define their
identity. It must provide a physical interpretation of that which is best in a contemporary society.
The role of architecture is as a structuring of space that that reflects our interactions with the
exterior world and the inner world. 1
‘‘we shape our building but later they form us’’
Source(thesis report ameer Mustafa varzgani)
2.9 THE CONCEPTOF ART AND ARCHITECTURE SCHOOLIN WEST:
Processing aptitude and basic skill suited to art and architecture, and who are responsive to the
need and The concept of school is to produce young people who are motivated and committed to
learning, sensibilities of the human society about them. It combines instruction with
experimentation, information with enquiry, discussion with research, so as to develop learning
and deepen understanding. It attempts to train artists, designer and architects who are highly
sensitive to society and skills demanded of their profession.

The concept of school is to offer an interdependent study program that supports the concept of
art and men, science as discovery, which together to leads to use and development of appropriate
technologies to meet the challenges of the dynamic 21st century global society. The school aims
to educate and train students to obtain a broader vision in the profession of architecture and
design, and also to promote research and the development of applied technologies in art and
disciplines. The school also focuses on rendering technical services of design, consultation,
advisory management and training to serve government development and private sectors. 2
1Herbert read, “Education through Art”
2Thesis report by AGHA HANEE MUSTAFA “Department of art and architecture and design
for Karachi University – Pakistan”
(Winston Churchill)
2.10ROLE OF AN ARTIST, DESIGNER & ARCHITECT IN A SOCIETY:
Every structure and object around an individual’s is all products of artistic skill. So whether he is
called an architect, graphic design, artist, sculptor or painter, his importance stays significantly
the same, but not necessarily his appreciation, unfortunately. Why is that? Perhaps it is due to the
difference in art forms resulting in different perceptions for the observer.
2.11THE ROLE OF AN ARCHITECT:
The architect role in the society has changed over time. The architect has the dual social
responsibilities to educate society and be educated by society. For the betterment of life and its
living, the role of the architect must be recognized. An architect is not only needed for building a
house but also for what surrounds the house, the city in other words- the environment. One’s
environment needs to be planned and organized. It has to be sustainable for future generations.
The architect’s role is to understand the physical manifestation of culture, social, economic,
climate and geographical factors and provide solutions keeping in mind the socio-economic
aspects of the society. 2
Master comments:

• Architecture is mother of all arts.
• It provides shelter for all.
• It is program –solving journey.
• It is frozen music.
• It is representation of feeling.
Architect:
• creator –khalifa of God
• Representative of the society.
• Should respect the nature.
• Observation should be strong.
• Visionary and idealistic
• Inborn artist
• Imaginative and futuristic
QUALITIES OF A GOOD ARCHITECT:
• Informative and knowledgeable
• Creative and futuristic.
• Have aptitude towards profession

• Good salesman
• Technically competent
• skilled
• CHAPTER: 3
• CASESTUDIES NATIONAL CASE

3.1NATIONAL college OF ARTS
NCA is one of the renowned institutions of Pakistan which provides educational related to arts
to hundreds of students every year .like all old institutions, the National college of arts has
historical tradition .Much of its present tone was set Long ago when it was known as Mayo
school of Arts
• 3.2 LOCATION :
NCA is located on Mall road ,under the historical shade of Lahore museum and in the
educational environment of Punjab university old campus and government college Lahore .The
college is located at the intersection of very two busy road ,the mall road also known as sah e
ra Quid azam on which open its main gate and the bank which runs along its west side .The
Anarkali bazaar is also on walking distance in which student can easily buy their stuff

• The college building is made up of gutta very well with its surrounding and does not
seems out of place.
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Analysis and Outcomes:
o Outdoor working spaces can be a part of design
o Studios and working spaces are located in quiet zones
o Workshops are not in range of studios, which is a poor relationship
o All studios are not provided good views and relationship to nature
o Master plan offering multiple approaches and paths, which is a best feature
o All studios are provided north light which is ideal for studios
Analysis and Outcomes:
o Individual cubicle including proper storage space is not provided
o Studios are lit by north light which is ideal for a studio but light is not equally distributed in the studio
o Height of the studio is not enough to fulfill the requirement of a student as per scale requirement
o No separate space for juries/display
o No discussion area for student and teacher

DEGREE
Graduation
Short courses
DEPARTMENTS;
Department of Fine arts
Department of communication design
Department of ceramics Design
Department of product design
Department of Architecture
• ENTRANCE:
After entering the main gate, there is a strict checking on the entrance on the main building of
college ,out side not allow unless they have permission. This help the maintenance of privacy Z

• 3.4ADMNISTRATION:
On the right side of entrance gate there is corridors which lead to administration
office of registrar and student section related over there .
• 3.5CERAMIC DESIGN:
Ceramic design department of second courtyard ,on right side of its is architecture
department and on left side is studios for sculpture making
Ceramic design studio accommodating all function of ceramics design in one single space like
wheeled area ,heating ,decorating or glazing and even display of students work .
On end of studio there a teacher room and also for washing area .
Studio is well equipped according to the student needs ,two kiln and 10 to 15 wheeler available
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3.6 DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS :
Building of fine arts is near to main gate and admin block

Each storey has double height aprox 24 ‘ and three story building
Each wall having art work which represents artist environment
Arts work in wall
The building of career in the fine arts is a lifelong and deeply full filling commitment .many of the
graduate of fine arts departments at NCA have found fame and recognition in Pakistan and abroad , a four
year course leading to a bachelor degree of fine arts. The department studio is located in oldest section of
college, facing the main quadrangle and extending in to a new wing overlooking the town hall. There are
four major area of specialization: painting, printmaking, sculpture and miniature.
One of the aims of the department is to familirelize student with all the stages and preparation that preface
the creating of a work of art. Apart from the techniques students are required to master ,it is also useful
and necessary for them to learn the basics of materials required in their respective disciplines.
The fine arts department teaches drawing and sculpture to all in the fires year foundation course as well as
to student in other year in the department of architecture and in faculty of design.
• 3.7PAINTING STUDIOS:
Every studio is double height giving comfortable environment

Every student provided a locker and display area too
Large window are given for sufficient amount of natural light
3.8Architecture department:
The department of architecture offer five year program leading to bachelor of architecture
degree. Degree course was establish in 1958.
The B.arch course in the department of architecture aims to prepare professional architects, and
student for advanced studies and research, through a comprehensive body of knowledge and
skills in an intellectuals and creative environment.
The course thought through the year focus on architecture design, building construction,
environment and technical aspects of architecture.
The student learn the history of region,s architecture study the relationship between historical
building and contemporary construction understand the basis of emerging forms of dimensions.
The course divided in to three levels foundation year (first year), intermediate level(second and
third year ) and degree level (fourth and fifth year)
3.9Foundation year course:
in the first year ,student from department of architecture ,faculty of design ,and from the
department of fine arts study together . the objective of the foundation course an over view of the
course are provided in the chapter on foundation course.
Intermediate level course :
The objective of intermediate level is to strengthen drafting, presentation, and technical
skills(that are necessary for perception and expression of ideas in architecture). The focus is to
train the students with ability to design a simple building along their working details.
Degree level course:
The objective of the degree level is to include an in depth perception of architecture as an
activity and space: to further develop an awareness of issue involved with various fact of
architecture design.
3.10Workshop:
• The college operates two workshop: the metal and wood workshops.

• The workshops are competently staffed by teams of trained of craftsmen’s, some of
whom have extended family ties and connection with institution.
• The first year foundation course has specific projects design to formalize students with
machinery in these workshops; students find the presence of workshops located on
college premises helpful and use the workshop facilities extensively.
• Students requiring tools for sculpture and printmaking or frames and stretchers for
painting may have them made to specification in the workshops.
3.11Cafeteria:
it is located in back of fine art department
3.12Library:
• Library is in architecture department; consist of two storey’s ground and basement floor.
• Insufficient natural light especially in basement.
• According to librarian more than twenty thousand books available in various subject.
• Internet and photocopy available in library.
• Spiral staircase used for approaching for basement which produce acoustic problem.
• Library open 12 hours a day except Friday.
3.13Zahoor ul haq gallery:
• Situated in oldest and most historic block of college, which is adjacent to main admin.
• Establish in 993 the gallery aims to build up its own permanent collection of works by
Pakistani painters ,sculpture ,designer and print makers, beside hosting visiting exhibition
of most representative work of artists ,designers and architects from home and abroad.
• Gallery consists of two large rooms with their original skylights and plaster friezes
bordering the wall.
• Two small rooms for the gallery in charges and one room also present in the gallery.
3.14Corridors:

• Mostly all departments’ studios or rooms are linked by corridors; most of them provide
natural light.
• In corridors of main administration building, gothic arches are used which enhance its
beauty.
3.15Courtyards:
• Courtyards in the college building are major area for students interaction
• There are total four courtyards in college campus first courtyard just entrance in college
building ,it is largest courtyard of college ,it is surrounded by admin building ,art gallery
,sculpture studio and print making studios..
• Second courtyard surrounded by ceramic, architecture, music departments. student also
work in this courtyard .also known as David courtyard
• Third courtyard in front of auditorium.
• Fourth courtyard is back of art department ,its provide north light to studios ,but least in
use for students activities .it’s also smaller in size to other courtyards.
3.16Environment:
As planning of the college has inward looking with all activities opening up inside towards the
courtyards, which provide place for interaction between students of different departments. It also
create students own word, which is segregate from the outer world. It also creates privacy of the
college.
3.17Planning:
NCA is buildaroundrectangle courtyards,all buildingsare rectangularinshape ,withtheirlongersides
exposedtoopenspaceslike courtyards.itscreate sense of harmonyin itsplanning.
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• 3.18PHOTOGRAPHY:
Zahoor ul haq gallery:

Kissing courtyard
Auditorium old building

Display spacefor architecture block
WORK SHOP DAVID COURTYARD
CERAMICS STUDIO

Ceramics
• Architecturestudio
Lecture theater for architecture

Fire extinguisher
Window in architecture studio
• 3.19ANLYSIS:
• There is good learning environment of NCA Lahore
• Main entrance is very wide
• There is enough car parking for student and staff
• Its structure is above hundred years old but some building recently renovated
• The college operate two work shop metal and wood workshop
• Library contain largest collection of books
• The museum and school are design together
• There is centralized open atrium with students sitting arrangement

• 3.20CRITICAL ANLYSIS:
• No ramps for disable person
• No future extension for college
• 3.21CASESTUDY CONCLUSIONS:
As selecting the NCA as a role model, case study concludes that design may be based on
proportioning system.
• Courtyards and semi covered spaces should be used as socially interactive space.
• NCA departments don’t offer enough terraces or there are some they are not easily accessible for
students, terraces should be a part of design to cater the students gathering individually for each
department.
• Trees and plants should be used in courtyard because there shadows will define the events and
activities, and also to create a visual relation to nature or outside environment.
• Just the two departments of fine arts are connected through bridge; bridges should be a major
part of design, which will act as a transitional space between two spaces, which can solve the
issue of communication between two departments.
• Exposed stair should be preferred because of their sculptural appearance.
• Master plan should offer multiple approaches and paths.
• 3.22BEACONHOUSENATIONAL UNIVERSITY:
BNU is the first liberal Arts University of Pakistan .Charted by government of Punjab ,the BNU
was established in 2003 for the purpose of imparting education with a modern ,rational, course
content while ensuring that the history and culture of Pakistani society are respected
3.23ACADMIC PROGRAM:
The university has seven school which are further divided in to departments, three schools are
related to arts which are given below
School of architecture and design(Bachelor of architecture ,textile and jewelry)
School of visual arts (Bachelor of fine arts ,history of arts ,visual communication )
School of liberal arts (bachelor in film ,theaters ,and TV studies, and master in literature and
language

3.24CAMPUS:
A)CITY CAMPUS B )TAROGIL CAMPUS
BNU started started university which is located at zafar ali road but due to insufficient space and
in order to meet the current needs and expending the space requirements in the future ,has started
the construction of the BNU new campus ,which is tarogil campus
A)CITY CAMPUS:
LOCATION:
BNU city campus located on 3- zafar ali road Lahore is a stone throw away from the willow
lined Lahore canal .it is centrally located with easy approach from the main jail road and mall
arteries .the dean of art department is mrs saleema hashmi which is former principal of NCA
3.26CURRENT CONDITION:
Currently foundation classes (first year ) take place in this campus .Architecture final year class
also take place over here .other all classes take place in tarogill campus.
DETAILS:
BUILDING:
• On building exterior gutta is used front of façade ,in side area paint is used
• Rectangular shape planning is done.
Building which foundation classes related to art and architecture take place in fifth storey
ENTRANCE:

• Entrance of building is from side road which is not visible.
• Near the building entrance, fountain present on one side and plants on other side ,which give
welcome effect .
Building INTERIOR:

.
Outdoor seating should be greater in variety ,should have both sun and shade, to give people
some choice.
Landscaping is necessary to make the space more users friendly.
• Photographical observation:
Model making studio

Architecture studio with double height and given proper window for natural light and given
blue curtain
Large window is given in each studio where occupants can get natural light in working time and
sufficient furniture is provide for every student ,where student can easily do their work.
• 3.27Umeå School of Architecture in Umeå, Sweden Sweden by Henning Larsen
Architects
Umeå School of Architecture has a unique location by Umeå River. With its interior landscape of
open floor levels and sculpturally shaped stairs, the building has a strong artistic expression. As a
growth centre for future architecture, the main function of the building is to provide the
framework for inspiration and innovation. From the outside, the building has a cubic expression
with its larch facades and square windows placed in a vibrant, rhythmic sequence on all sides.
The interior space of the building is designed as a dynamic sequence of stairs and split, open

floor levels where abstract, white boxes hang freely from the ceiling filtering the light coming in
through the high skylights.
Umeå School of Architecture by Henning Larsen Architects - Photo by Åke E son Lindman
• Architect: Henning Larsen Architects
• Location: Umeå, Sweden
• Client: Balticgruppen
• Gross floor area: 5,000 m2
• Year of construction: 2007 – 2010
• Type of assignment: Comission
• Photographer: Åke E son Lindman
• Local Architect: White Arkitekter

One of the key objectives has been to create a bright and open study environment where
everyone is part of the same room – only separated by the split levels and glass walls of the
teaching rooms. This design supports the opportunities for mutual inspiration and the close
exchange of knowledge and ideas.
In contrast to the dynamic atrium, the drawing rooms placed along the facades of the building in
a strict and regular sequence of columns and beams have a simple and rational design. The
varied pattern of windows not only creates a strong visual effect – it also generously lets the light
flow into the building and offers a breathtaking view of the river.
The School of Architecture will form part of the new Arts Campus at Umeå University, which
will also comprise the new Academy of Fine Arts and Art Museum – both designed by Henning
Larsen Architects.

• 3.27.1Sustainability andmaterials
Local, sustainable materials have been used for the School of Architecture. The exterior facing is
larch wood and, on the inside, local birch wood creates a contrast to the light walls and
contributes to achieving good acoustics. The concrete floor gives an industrial and robust
expression.
Early on in the design process, energy calculations and daylight simulations helped to establish
that the facade should consist of wood with window holes instead of only glass. This has been a
key parameter in achieving an energy reduction of 50 %.

Ventilation, lighting and heating functions are ingeniously integrated in the bearing structure.
The air comes in under the floor and is transported to the roof of the building via the columns
and beams where it is circulated round the building via perforated pipes.
Interior - Umea School of Architecture by Henning Larsen Architects - Photo by Åke E son
Lindeman

3.27.2New Campus in Umea
Umea Arts Campus is the name of the new dynamic centre of excellence currently rising on a
previous industrial plot by the north beach of Umea River. The objective is to create an arena for
education, research and entrepreneurship in architecture, design, art and digital culture. Art,
research and society are brought together and will emphasize the role of Umea as a creative
centre of excellence in a global scale. It is expected that the Academy of Fine Arts and Art
Museum will be ready for inauguration in 2014 where Umea will also become the European
Capital of Culture.
Interior - Umeå School of Architecture by Henning Larsen Architects - Photo by Åke E son
Lindman

Interio r - Umeå School of Architecture by Henning Larsen Architects - Photo by Åke E son
Lindman
Interior - Umea School of Architecture by Henning Larsen Architects - Photo by Åke E son
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Section AA
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CHAPTER NO: 04
4.1 Site location:
Site is located at Karakorum international university gilgit
4.2Accessibility:
The site accessibility through all mean e.g by buses , private cars and so on. Accessible from
main nomal road .the site is linked with the rest of city .airport is 10 to 15 minute distance from
main campus there is bridge between kiu and airport gilgit.There four accessible points three
ways linked with bridge and anther one is linked with nomal raod .one bridge linked with chinar
baag , second bridge linked with danyor
4.3SITE SLECTION
SITE SLECTION CRITERIA
The site should fulfill the major and important ideal requirements of the projects .it should help
the students in there working and should provide liberal and enormous space .it should provide a
natural environment for working and relaxation, as architecture is a full time job the site should
have effective link (either direct or indirect) with the city to understand its built environment
,need problem ,and its potential for the future approach of the architects .There are various
factors, which need consideration while selection of site for purpose of designing .These factor

determine the feasibility of the site. The school of art and architecture is design on the basis of
following considerations.
Accessibility from different parts of the city to the site
For such academy like school of art and architecture where studios of different arts are there ,an
atmosphere less affected by dust ,traffic ,noise and gasses is needed to study
To provide an opportunity to the students and faculty to be very close to nature and life.
For the students of arts a big and free land is needed for giving them full liberty to create new
things and work easily.
A school building like art and architecture academy is for the students of Pakistan
The overall environment of the area in which the site is present, should be such as to
accommodate the school of art and architecture in itself.
4.4Criteria for selection of the site:
• Availability of all services
• Easily approach for student
• Located on educational belt of the city
• Infrastructure condition should developed
• Flow of traffic
• Non violent
Due to educational purpose, should be near or under approach of the students and educated
persons.

The important infrastructure facilities should be available at the site such as electricity, drainage,
telephone, water supply etc.
PROPOSE SITE:
The propose site of project is “THE SCHOOL OF ART AND ARCHITECTURE” is Karakorum
international university GILGIT BALTISTA N; it is very feasible site for the project because
there is calm environment, no noise pollution.
4.5SITE LOCALITIES
ENVIROMENTAL FACTOR:
When architect is given a design assignment ,there are many environmental factors that are to be
considered .the site has major factor that has to be considered .site mean the area or land that is
meant for construction of the proposed project .site planning is the art and science of arranging
the various portion of a particular piece of land according to their uses, The site planner decided
on the use of the site in detail by selecting and analyzing it for the various characteristics of soil,
slope vegetation etc.
The landscape involve the design of outside space .this should be thought about carefully to
make an architectural design complete .The climate at the location at the site is very important as

it effect the building that to be constructed .Services such as water supply, drainage, sanitation
electricity, fire protection, air conditioned system etc. also have to be considered in order to
make an architectural design complete.
• 4.6IDENTIFICATIONOF SITEAND ITS PREPERATION:
Each site has a unique nature of its own .The purpose for which it is to be used should be clearly
understood .every site when disturbed takes time to experience the matual adjustment of its
elements .For example , the flow of water create a drainage pattern .many factor are involved in
analysis of the site .These include the factors above the ground ,below the ground and on the
ground ,as discussed in following .
NATURAL FACTOR:
• Geology
• Topography
• Hydrology streams lakes ,swamps
• Soil classification of types and uses
• Vegetation
• Wild life
• Climate factor

• 5.6.1GEOLOGY:
The type of rock below the surface of soil,the depth and characteristic feature of rock should be
identified .such rocks could be act as a foundation for many buildings. These are natural and
could form visible land forms. The stability of such geological formation is also important .
• 4.6.2TOPOGRAPHY:
The form of land is called topography .this is most important factor to be analyzed .geology and
the slow process of natural erosion(soil being worn away because of wind or water) are
responsible for land form and slopes. A topographic survey will reveal the badly drained areas
and natural drainage channels. it will be also reveal place that have good views and parts of the
site that are visible or hidden from any selected point out side the site .The slopes will decide
the road and paths:a steep slope will increase building costs.
4.6.3HYDROGRAPHY:
Hydrography provides information about all types of water bodies present in and around the
site: lakes ,streams, any marshy land (swamps), or natural wells. It also reveals the availability
table and the depth at which it is available.
• 4.6.4SOIL:
The different types of soil present are analyzed .soil decides the stability of land, foundation,
suitability ,excavation ,erosion ,drainage, and plant growth (as the tope soil is essential for plant
growth). The bearing capacity of soil is an important factor to be considered while locating
buildings.
4.6.5VEGETATION:
A study of vegetation helps in locating large existing trees, which can be retained .these can be
used for providing seating . the ecology of area should also be examined to know what plants or
shrubs would grow in that area.

4.6.6WILDLIFE:
This is an important consideration when choosing sites for parks and recreation. Fishing sites for
parks and recreational activities . the selection of land suitable for such activities depends on
natural wildlife present in the area .wildlife also adds from color and movement of landscape.
• 5.6.7 CLIMATIC FACTORS:
Across a piece of land , the elevation difference ,character of topography ,vegetation cover, and
water bodies influence of climate of that area. On the other hand precipitation and temperature
are the major factor affecting vegetation.
4.6.7CLIMATE:
Gilgit experiences a cold desert climate. Weather conditions for Gilgit are dominated by its
geographical location, a valley in a mountainous area, southwest of Karakoram Range. The
prevalent season of Gilgit is winter, occupying the valley eight to nine months a year.
Gilgit lacks significant rainfall, averaging in 120 to 240 millimeter (4.7 to 9.4 in) annually,
as monsoon breaks against the southern range of Himalayas. Irrigation for land cultivation is
obtained from the rivers, abundant with melting snow water from higher altitudes.
The summer season is brief and hot. The piercing sunrays may raise the temperature up to 40 °C
(104 °F), yet it is always cool in the shade. As a result of this extremity in the weather, landslides
and avalanches are frequent in the area.
Source(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilgit
4.7CULTURAL FACTOR:
• Existing land use –ownership of adjacent property and off-set nuience
• Linkage
• Traffic and transit –vernacular and pedestrian circulation on or adjacent to the site.
• Density and floor area ratio

• Utilities sanitation ,water ,gas, electricity ,strom water drainage
• Historical factors – historic buildings and landmarks.
4.8ANALYSIS OF SERVICES IN AND AROUND SITE:
• Electricity
• Drainage line
• Telephone line
• Cable line
• Postal service
Site photography:

EXISTING SITE
Road circulation from periphery flow of water

KIU buildings
KIU MY SITE
MY SITE EARLY MORNING 5:40 IN SUMMER

KIU IN SUN PATH IN 12:AM
Kiu Google map

SITE PLANNING:
The surrounding of there localities is that ,the north is purpose site is located, the jutial is
located, east side danyor is located, west side sultan Abad is located.
• 4.9SITEPLANNING:
Site planning involves arranging structure on the land and shaping spaces between them. it is an
art linked to architecture, and city planning. The site is plan locate object and activities in space.
it may be concerned with a small cluster of houses, a single building and the surrounding space,
or a small community built in a single operation.
4.10 ENVIROMENT OF GILGIT:
The environment is its boarder sense, cover all natural physical, chemical and human resources.
The environment is usually define by ecologist as the conditioned and process affecting the life
the development of human being.
Present use of site:
The site is vacant ,

4.11Site characteristics:
• Site is flat and having no contours.
• There is no huge structure adjacent to the site , there fore no problem of ventilation and
light
• The site is already developed all basic infrastructure facilities are available.
Chapter no =o5
5.1Style :It will be representation of Gilgit Baltistan traditional culture, their building
materials, local art and physical environment. the material will be according To Gilgit Baltistan
existing materials like stone wood.
5.2 Design brief:
School of architecture:
Proposed department; School of architecture:
Design brief:
Combine activities:
• library
• computer lab.

• Common room
• Cafeteria.
• Washrooms fro girls and boys.
• Washroom for staff.
5.3ADMINSTRATION:
• Principal room with toilet
• Head of department room
• PA room with waiting
• Admin officer room
• Finance manager room
• Record room
• Reception
• Faculty lounge
• Toilets
• Kitchen for admin
• Exam section
• IT room
• Clerical staff

• Lecture halls
• Visitors lounge
• Conference hall
• Workshops
CONCLUSION:
In this study, reading the idea behind the design by concepts has been taken
into consideration in the architecture design education. in the process of education which include
theory and practice ,student have gain to look in another way to the architectural product with
creativity and responsibility .they have learned the process of turning abstract in to concrete ,the
idea behind an architectural product and to read this idea behind the design by concept and
making a conceptualization study in design and architecture language .students also have
developed their own sketching style to quickly represent their ideas with simple contour line
avoiding all unnecessary details. This simplicity refers to the need to make the clearest possible
statement which look like of the simplicity at the concepts. so they have to use quick sketches
and basic concept which are enduring mechanism used by architectural designers to guide the
entire process of design development .after these part of studios, student will learn other step of
design ,deal with new problem by themselves ,working in an existing environment.
Bibliography
“Reality through the art”3rd
Edition,by prentice hall, 1997
Internet

www.wiki.gilgit.com
thesis report uet Lahore
http://www10.aeccafe.com/blogs/arch-showcase/2011/03/11/umea-school-of-architecture-in-
umea-sweden-by-henning-larsen-architects
www.wiki.gilgit .com
www.googleearth.com
www.architecture-student.com/case - studies/how to conduct a- case study
http://en.wiki (pedia.org/wiki/Gilgit
Thesis reports:
School of architecture,by abdul manan memon, cead Muet sindh
Muhammad iqbal kasif school of architecture duet Karachi
School of art and architecture by ameer Mustafa verzgani

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