Uwcmahindracollege

MAHINDRA UNITED WORLD COLLEGE , PUNE, INDIA

Location : Located 40 kilometres to the west of Pune, a city which in turn is about 100 kilometres south east of Mumbai.It is a self sufficient campus.Its spreads over 170 acres.Architects : Benninger Christopher & Associates, Pune, IndiaCommission : 1995Design : 1996-1998Construction : 1996-1999Occupancy : 1997Site area : 627285 Sq mGround floor area : 10575 Sq mTotal floor area : 10775 Sq m

Mahindra UWC , Pune


Concept..•The building are a reflection of the mountains surrounding the campus .•A miniature model reflecting the jagged contours.•Continuity and harmony achieved through consistency between the architectural language and environment.•Architectural language evolved through the selection of functional components like door lintels, window shade boxes, ventilators and waterspouts.


Layout planning:-The whole site is divided into two parts - ACADEMIC and RESIDENTIAL connected by a walkway.Continuity and homogenity between the buildings to be maintained.Entries:-One main entry, one residential entry, one service entryEntrances must be segregated.Proximity of main entry points to the academic block. This avoids confusion for the users.Service entry should be placed in a manner so that it is not seen easily.

View:-Nothng is seen from the main entry. Only after the huge opening door, the main building is visible.Block should stand as a landmark.Proximity:-CANTEEN Closer proximity to academic block than dormitories.


ACADEMIC ZONE RESIDENTIAL ZONE

Overall Layout

The overall layout can be divided into two zones •Academic•Residence


SITEPLAN

ACDEMIC


DESIGN FEATURES....•The college campus nestled in the Sahayadri Hills, between two river valleys.• Educational part is totally separated from the residences and hostels• Separate guest houses provided for the visiting faculties and parents.• The interconnectivity of each block is well maintained


•Hierarchy of space played important role in design.•Used sequence of open, semi enclosed and closed spaces to create learning environments.•Climate ranges from hot-dry to cool-rainy to chilly-dry in annual cycle ; This is exploited in design as all class rooms have verandas and extent into courtyards.•Low covered walkways in teaching areas provide spaces for informal gatherings.•Covered porches act as pavilions for discussions, project meetings and contemplation.

DESIGN FEATURES....

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