Congratulations to All the Students of First Year, M.Arch (LA) for winning first prize in the University Competition

In response to the Competition floated by the University of Pune, Bnca – 1st year landscape Architecture, M.Arch students submitted a conceptual Master Plan proposal for the Pune University Campus.
The competition was co-ordinated by Prof. Suresh Athawale
and was guided by Prof Shubhada Kamalapurkar (HOD, M.arch.Landscape Architecture) and Principal Anurag Kashyap,

Landscape Architect Swati Sahasrabudhe, Ar. Asmita Divekar and Prof. Kanhere, as part of BNCA Faculty.

Dr. K.K. Gokhale co-ordinated the competition as a representative from Pune University.

The proposal focused on the integrated conservation and development of the campus, suggesting a conceptual management framework for its efficient operation. It also suggested, designating the whole area as a ‘special area’ under MRTP act for its administrative and legal background.

PROPOSED MASTER PLAN- CONCEPT
SALIENT FEATURES
A Campus Which Respects The Symbiotic Relationsip Between Nature And Mankind – Respecting Indian Cultural Ethos

A Heritage Sensitive Plan- A Special Area Plan For Integrated Conservation And Development Of Architectural And Natural Heritage

A Plan That Considers Information And Its Availability As Tools Of Empowering The Stakeholders To Actively Participate In Management.

Architecture Displayed And Organised As A Series Of Experiences Through Designed Landscapes

Giving An Exclusive Identiity As ‘Environmently Conscious Campus’-
Highting The Campus As ‘A Biodiversity Hub’ For Flora And Fauna

A Landmark Campus Plan – ‘International Identity’- Also From The Air On Google Earth

Pedestrian Friendly Secured Campus With Accessible And Well –Lit Areas, Gathering Plazas, Food Courts

Safe And Uncluttered Vehicular Circulation With Ample Orgnised Parking Areas

‘Visawa’ -Amenity Hubs (A Modular Design- Prototype)

Rationalised Proposed Zoning

Comprehensive Landscape Development Plan




CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE FIRST YEAR M.ARCH (LA) STUDENTS
AND PROF SWATI SAHASRABUDHE AND PROF ASMITA DIVEKAR!!