Mahindra UWC , Pune

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, India
Commission
: 1995
Design
: 1996-1998
Construction
: 1996-1999
Occupancy
: 1997
Site area
: 627285 Sq m
Ground floor area : 10575 Sq m
Total floor area
: 10775 Sq m

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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.

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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 entry
Entrances 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.

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Overall Layout

ACADEMIC ZONE

RESIDENTIAL ZONE

The overall layout can be divided into two zones

Academic
Residence

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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

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DESIGN FEATURES....
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.

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