Moyena Niazi is the principal architect at Design Options, a firm that specializes in architecture and interior design projects. Some of her notable projects include the Beach Hut residence, which draws inspiration from local boats and villages. She also oversaw the renovation of the Elbow Room Restaurant to recreate memories of old coffee houses. Moyena has over 15 years of experience and her work emphasizes drawing from natural and cultural influences to create harmonious spaces.
This document describes a 900 square foot bakery and cafe called Pie in the Sky & Chatter Box Caf辿 located in Zamzama, Karachi that was completed in 2005. It has a bakery counter and caf辿 space designed to effectively utilize the space without compromising on design while catering to children, adults, and bringing out the child in every adult.
A pret wear boutique, very popular in Karachi with outlets in other cities also. The design objective: Create a space that is an everyday experience and yet extra ordinarily memorable.
Crosby Asset Management occupies a 10,000 square foot space on the 10th floor of PRC Towers in Karachi. The architects incorporated local craft techniques to create a relaxed atmosphere that maintains professionalism. The circulation space allows for views of the Karachi mangroves and the city's financial district. Meeting and work spaces feature customized lighting, furniture, and shelving with a mix of materials.
This document contains floor plans for the Lalarukh Residence. It includes a ground floor plan and a first floor plan. The ground floor plan shows the layout for that level of the building.
Located in the old city area, in the "Writers Chambers", a restaurant that feeds on nostalgia and Karachis past. The vocabulary is of the colonial era and the space created is relaxed and contemplative.
This document describes a 4700 square foot bank branch in Hyderabad that was converted from a 100 year old residence in 2010. The branch has a services counter, meeting room, and staircase leading to a hallway on the first floor that was created by reopening a closed off arch as the counter.
Anupama Kundoo
- Year: 1980
- Area: 1,200 sqm
Castro Cafe was one of the first cafes in Delhi to serve Continental cuisine. It was designed by Romi Khosla to be an open, airy space that brought the outdoors in.
The cafe had a central courtyard with plants and trees, allowing natural light and ventilation to flow through. Large windows opened the interiors to the courtyard.
Materials like exposed brick, rough plaster and wood were used to give it a rustic yet sophisticated feel. Overhanging eaves and pergolas provided shade.
The space planning was flexible to accommodate different crowd sizes. It became a popular hangout and
NEHRU SCIENCE CENTER MUMBAI and Dr. Kallam anji reddy memorialHarshit Jain
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NEHRU SCIENCE CENTER MUMBAI and Dr. Kallam anji reddy memorial
architectural case study
India's largest Science Centre designed by Achyut prakash Kanvinde.
Raj Rewal is an internationally renowned Indian architect known for his humanist approach that responds to rapid urbanization, climate, culture, and building traditions. Some of his most famous works include the Parliament Library, Nehru Pavilion, Asian Games Village, and Sheikh Sarai Housing Complex. He draws influences from Western theories as well as traditional Indian architecture. Rewal's works emphasize climatic sensitivity, energy efficiency, and reinterpreting traditional stone architecture with modern materials like brick and concrete.
Charles Correa was an Indian architect known for his sustainable designs and principles of incrementality, identity, and pluralism. He designed numerous buildings across India in various styles, incorporating local materials and vernacular elements while bringing a modern sensibility. Some of his most notable works included the Ismaili Centre in Toronto, the Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya in Ahmedabad, and the Leela Kovalam resort in Kerala.
Morphosis is a multi-disciplinary design firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. It was founded in 2005 by three architects - Adnan Mwakulomba, Leonard Mcharo, and Yasir Brek - with a philosophy of creating authentic, contemporary African spaces. Morphosis has designed various projects including hotels, offices, housing, education centers, and more across East Africa. Their designs aim to be sensitive to the local environment and culture while incorporating modern features.
Al hamra arts complex Lahore complete Plans,Sections & ElevationsSaqib Haroon
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Nayyar Ali Dada is a Pakistani architect known for designing several notable buildings in Pakistan, including the Al-Hamra Arts Complex in Lahore. He studied architecture at Punjab University and the National College of Arts. Some of his major works include the Alhamra Arts Council, Gaddafi Stadium, and the Serena Hotel. In 1992, he received the Pride of Performance award and in 1998 he received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture for his design of the Al-Hamra Arts Complex, making it the first Pakistani building to win this award. The Complex was designed and built in phases over time to accommodate growing needs, demonstrating flexible design.
Achyut Kanvinde was an Indian architect born in 1916 who made significant contributions to modern architecture in India. He studied at Sir J.J. School of Art and Harvard and was influenced by functionalism and modernists like Walter Gropius. Kanvinde designed many landmark buildings applying principles of functionalism, modern architecture, and regionalism. His works prominently featured exposed concrete structure and brickwork. One of his most famous projects was the IIT Kanpur campus built during 1960-1965 which featured a split-level corridor system and emphasis on interaction between students and faculty.
Nandini presents her architectural portfolio highlighting her education and skills. She has a Masters in Interior Design from MIDAS with excellent grades. Her experience includes managing events and editing magazines. Her skills include drafting, modeling, and rendering with software like AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop and Lumion. Her design philosophy focuses on organic and sustainable architecture that grows from the site. Some of her project highlights presented include a trauma center, waterfront complex, performing arts center, primary school, and shop-house. She also demonstrates interests in art, poetry and photography.
A.P. Kanvinde was an Indian architect known for his functional, brutalist designs that incorporated regional influences. Some of his notable projects included the Iskcon Temple in New Delhi, built on a sloping site with assembly hall, kitchens, and dormitories, and the LBS National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie, with a reinforced concrete structure, dining hall, and library. Kanvinde's philosophy emphasized functionalism, modern architecture, and regionalism by considering local climate, materials, and social conditions in his designs. He strove to make structures socially useful while expressing their structure through simplified forms.
This document discusses Islamic architecture. It begins with definitions of architecture in general and Islamic architecture specifically. It then covers basic principles and elements of Islamic architecture like courtyards, gardens, domes, and arches. Styles discussed include Persian, Moorish, Turkistan, Ottoman, Fatimid, Mamluk, Indo-Islamic, Sino-Islamic, and Afro-Islamic. Notable architectural masterpieces highlighted are the Taj Mahal, Isfahan Bazaar, and Alhambra. The document concludes with examples of modern Islamic architecture like the Burj Al-Arab, Petronas Towers, and Burj Khalifa.
This document provides information about the Indian architect Christopher Charles Benninger and his approach to architecture. It discusses his education and background, as well as some of his key projects including the Mahindra United World College in Pune. For the UWC project, he drew inspiration from the surrounding mountains and aimed to achieve continuity and harmony between the architecture and the environment through the use of courtyards, covered walkways, and climate-responsive design. The document also provides details about the design of various buildings within the UWC campus including the academic quadrangle, library, student center, and multipurpose hall.
This portfolio document contains summaries of 12 interior design projects completed by Rizvi Rafeek. The projects cover a range of building typologies including restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and craft centers. For each project, a brief description is provided of the design concept and approach. The document demonstrates Rizvi Rafeek's range of experience in commercial and institutional interior design.
The document discusses plans to transform a 45-acre abandoned jute mill site in Bangladesh into an Artist's Village to serve as a creative hub. The project aims to provide a serene environment for artists to share their work and experiences. It will include residences for artists, galleries to showcase artworks, outdoor spaces for sculptures, and facilities like seminar rooms, cafeterias, and a library. Case studies of similar adaptive reuse projects that converted old industrial sites into art centers are presented. An analysis of the Bangladesh site details its location, access, surroundings, and existing structures that could be incorporated into the new design.
This architectural portfolio contains details of several projects designed by Salman Haroon including a foyer design, multi-purpose hall, art and crafts exhibition center, guest house, and conceptual planning for an IT park. The projects showcase Haroon's hand-drawn and drafted work and utilize concepts like open planning, water features, and interconnectivity between spaces. The portfolio provides contact information for Salman Haroon and concludes with conceptualizations of unspecified projects.
This architectural portfolio contains details of several projects designed by Salman Haroon including a foyer design, multi-purpose hall, art and crafts exhibition center, guest house, and conceptual planning of an IT park. The projects showcase Haroon's hand-drawn and drafted work and utilize concepts like open planning, water features, and maximizing views to create ambient spaces. The portfolio provides contact information for Salman Haroon and concludes the collection of his design work.
The document discusses planning for redevelopment and conservation of heritage sites. It defines heritage and conservation, and describes the aims of conservation as prolonging the life of historic buildings so future generations can enjoy them. It then provides a brief history of conservation in India dating back to the 3rd century BC. It outlines criteria for listing heritage buildings and different types of conservation approaches. It also discusses agencies involved in conservation and provides a case study on Bibi Ka Maqbara, discussing its history, architecture, and current conservation status.
Not only the Best Architecture College in Gurgaon, Sushant School of Art and Architecture at Ansal University takes pride in being the Best Architecture School in India.
Sushant School of Art and Architecture is a School with long standing experience of more than two decades and rated one of the best private schools in India and among the best in Asia. Highly qualified faculty with foreign exposure; State-of-the-art equipments and infrastructure that facilitate dynamic and innovative way of learning with focus on learning by doing: Well-equipped labs & studios, field study trips (throughout the academic year), Integrated campus facilities including experimentation laboratory & outdoor spaces, construction technology yard, in-house 3-D/Laser printer for modelling, workshop areas for material & construction study; Regular interaction with industry leaders, renowned architects and engineers from National and International practices, student exchange/ joint workshops with International Institutions; Highly successful Alumni who have worked on prestigious global projects; Emphasis is on vocational and professional skills, which particularly in architecture means not only spatial manipulation, but also the ability to concretize ideas in to build form; Emphasis on liberal thinking and ethical values; Using new design pedagogy and emerging technologies: A predominantly studio-based academic delivery to make the education process simulative, interactive, reflective and creative - that in a way sums up the School.
This document summarizes a research paper on sustaining design elements that influence comfort and spatial functions in traditional Yemeni houses in the Old City of Sana'a. The research studied the outlook and preferences of respondents to understand criteria for comfortable and functional house design. Methods included observations, measurements, and questionnaires. Results showed that retaining traditional design elements is key to maintaining comfort and perfection. Elements like decorative openings, room size and function, and indoor spatial arrangements influence thermal comfort. Traditional Yemeni tower houses effectively achieved comfort through their designs, informed by history and responding to socio-cultural and environmental needs.
Anupama Kundoo
- Year: 1980
- Area: 1,200 sqm
Castro Cafe was one of the first cafes in Delhi to serve Continental cuisine. It was designed by Romi Khosla to be an open, airy space that brought the outdoors in.
The cafe had a central courtyard with plants and trees, allowing natural light and ventilation to flow through. Large windows opened the interiors to the courtyard.
Materials like exposed brick, rough plaster and wood were used to give it a rustic yet sophisticated feel. Overhanging eaves and pergolas provided shade.
The space planning was flexible to accommodate different crowd sizes. It became a popular hangout and
NEHRU SCIENCE CENTER MUMBAI and Dr. Kallam anji reddy memorialHarshit Jain
油
NEHRU SCIENCE CENTER MUMBAI and Dr. Kallam anji reddy memorial
architectural case study
India's largest Science Centre designed by Achyut prakash Kanvinde.
Raj Rewal is an internationally renowned Indian architect known for his humanist approach that responds to rapid urbanization, climate, culture, and building traditions. Some of his most famous works include the Parliament Library, Nehru Pavilion, Asian Games Village, and Sheikh Sarai Housing Complex. He draws influences from Western theories as well as traditional Indian architecture. Rewal's works emphasize climatic sensitivity, energy efficiency, and reinterpreting traditional stone architecture with modern materials like brick and concrete.
Charles Correa was an Indian architect known for his sustainable designs and principles of incrementality, identity, and pluralism. He designed numerous buildings across India in various styles, incorporating local materials and vernacular elements while bringing a modern sensibility. Some of his most notable works included the Ismaili Centre in Toronto, the Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya in Ahmedabad, and the Leela Kovalam resort in Kerala.
Morphosis is a multi-disciplinary design firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. It was founded in 2005 by three architects - Adnan Mwakulomba, Leonard Mcharo, and Yasir Brek - with a philosophy of creating authentic, contemporary African spaces. Morphosis has designed various projects including hotels, offices, housing, education centers, and more across East Africa. Their designs aim to be sensitive to the local environment and culture while incorporating modern features.
Al hamra arts complex Lahore complete Plans,Sections & ElevationsSaqib Haroon
油
Nayyar Ali Dada is a Pakistani architect known for designing several notable buildings in Pakistan, including the Al-Hamra Arts Complex in Lahore. He studied architecture at Punjab University and the National College of Arts. Some of his major works include the Alhamra Arts Council, Gaddafi Stadium, and the Serena Hotel. In 1992, he received the Pride of Performance award and in 1998 he received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture for his design of the Al-Hamra Arts Complex, making it the first Pakistani building to win this award. The Complex was designed and built in phases over time to accommodate growing needs, demonstrating flexible design.
Achyut Kanvinde was an Indian architect born in 1916 who made significant contributions to modern architecture in India. He studied at Sir J.J. School of Art and Harvard and was influenced by functionalism and modernists like Walter Gropius. Kanvinde designed many landmark buildings applying principles of functionalism, modern architecture, and regionalism. His works prominently featured exposed concrete structure and brickwork. One of his most famous projects was the IIT Kanpur campus built during 1960-1965 which featured a split-level corridor system and emphasis on interaction between students and faculty.
Nandini presents her architectural portfolio highlighting her education and skills. She has a Masters in Interior Design from MIDAS with excellent grades. Her experience includes managing events and editing magazines. Her skills include drafting, modeling, and rendering with software like AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop and Lumion. Her design philosophy focuses on organic and sustainable architecture that grows from the site. Some of her project highlights presented include a trauma center, waterfront complex, performing arts center, primary school, and shop-house. She also demonstrates interests in art, poetry and photography.
A.P. Kanvinde was an Indian architect known for his functional, brutalist designs that incorporated regional influences. Some of his notable projects included the Iskcon Temple in New Delhi, built on a sloping site with assembly hall, kitchens, and dormitories, and the LBS National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie, with a reinforced concrete structure, dining hall, and library. Kanvinde's philosophy emphasized functionalism, modern architecture, and regionalism by considering local climate, materials, and social conditions in his designs. He strove to make structures socially useful while expressing their structure through simplified forms.
This document discusses Islamic architecture. It begins with definitions of architecture in general and Islamic architecture specifically. It then covers basic principles and elements of Islamic architecture like courtyards, gardens, domes, and arches. Styles discussed include Persian, Moorish, Turkistan, Ottoman, Fatimid, Mamluk, Indo-Islamic, Sino-Islamic, and Afro-Islamic. Notable architectural masterpieces highlighted are the Taj Mahal, Isfahan Bazaar, and Alhambra. The document concludes with examples of modern Islamic architecture like the Burj Al-Arab, Petronas Towers, and Burj Khalifa.
This document provides information about the Indian architect Christopher Charles Benninger and his approach to architecture. It discusses his education and background, as well as some of his key projects including the Mahindra United World College in Pune. For the UWC project, he drew inspiration from the surrounding mountains and aimed to achieve continuity and harmony between the architecture and the environment through the use of courtyards, covered walkways, and climate-responsive design. The document also provides details about the design of various buildings within the UWC campus including the academic quadrangle, library, student center, and multipurpose hall.
This portfolio document contains summaries of 12 interior design projects completed by Rizvi Rafeek. The projects cover a range of building typologies including restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and craft centers. For each project, a brief description is provided of the design concept and approach. The document demonstrates Rizvi Rafeek's range of experience in commercial and institutional interior design.
The document discusses plans to transform a 45-acre abandoned jute mill site in Bangladesh into an Artist's Village to serve as a creative hub. The project aims to provide a serene environment for artists to share their work and experiences. It will include residences for artists, galleries to showcase artworks, outdoor spaces for sculptures, and facilities like seminar rooms, cafeterias, and a library. Case studies of similar adaptive reuse projects that converted old industrial sites into art centers are presented. An analysis of the Bangladesh site details its location, access, surroundings, and existing structures that could be incorporated into the new design.
This architectural portfolio contains details of several projects designed by Salman Haroon including a foyer design, multi-purpose hall, art and crafts exhibition center, guest house, and conceptual planning for an IT park. The projects showcase Haroon's hand-drawn and drafted work and utilize concepts like open planning, water features, and interconnectivity between spaces. The portfolio provides contact information for Salman Haroon and concludes with conceptualizations of unspecified projects.
This architectural portfolio contains details of several projects designed by Salman Haroon including a foyer design, multi-purpose hall, art and crafts exhibition center, guest house, and conceptual planning of an IT park. The projects showcase Haroon's hand-drawn and drafted work and utilize concepts like open planning, water features, and maximizing views to create ambient spaces. The portfolio provides contact information for Salman Haroon and concludes the collection of his design work.
The document discusses planning for redevelopment and conservation of heritage sites. It defines heritage and conservation, and describes the aims of conservation as prolonging the life of historic buildings so future generations can enjoy them. It then provides a brief history of conservation in India dating back to the 3rd century BC. It outlines criteria for listing heritage buildings and different types of conservation approaches. It also discusses agencies involved in conservation and provides a case study on Bibi Ka Maqbara, discussing its history, architecture, and current conservation status.
Not only the Best Architecture College in Gurgaon, Sushant School of Art and Architecture at Ansal University takes pride in being the Best Architecture School in India.
Sushant School of Art and Architecture is a School with long standing experience of more than two decades and rated one of the best private schools in India and among the best in Asia. Highly qualified faculty with foreign exposure; State-of-the-art equipments and infrastructure that facilitate dynamic and innovative way of learning with focus on learning by doing: Well-equipped labs & studios, field study trips (throughout the academic year), Integrated campus facilities including experimentation laboratory & outdoor spaces, construction technology yard, in-house 3-D/Laser printer for modelling, workshop areas for material & construction study; Regular interaction with industry leaders, renowned architects and engineers from National and International practices, student exchange/ joint workshops with International Institutions; Highly successful Alumni who have worked on prestigious global projects; Emphasis is on vocational and professional skills, which particularly in architecture means not only spatial manipulation, but also the ability to concretize ideas in to build form; Emphasis on liberal thinking and ethical values; Using new design pedagogy and emerging technologies: A predominantly studio-based academic delivery to make the education process simulative, interactive, reflective and creative - that in a way sums up the School.
This document summarizes a research paper on sustaining design elements that influence comfort and spatial functions in traditional Yemeni houses in the Old City of Sana'a. The research studied the outlook and preferences of respondents to understand criteria for comfortable and functional house design. Methods included observations, measurements, and questionnaires. Results showed that retaining traditional design elements is key to maintaining comfort and perfection. Elements like decorative openings, room size and function, and indoor spatial arrangements influence thermal comfort. Traditional Yemeni tower houses effectively achieved comfort through their designs, informed by history and responding to socio-cultural and environmental needs.
1. moyena niazi
Principal Architect
Design Options
Statement
To create harmonious, efficient and meaningful time space experiences, constantly
seeking inspiration from elements of nature, Sun, Water, Earth and Air.
Selected Projects Jan. 2003 Present
Category 1: Architecture and Interiors
Beach Hut,1050 sft, Sandspit
o The site had the advantage of dual views, mangroves on one side and the
ocean on the other. The materials selected were inspired by the boats
and fishermens villages in the vicinity. The colours were inspired by the
sand and seashells. The mood is serene and contemplative.
11 B, 10th South Street Ext. Sunset Boulevard. DHA. Karachi. Phone: 35898869, 0300-8276656
2. Category 11: Interiors
Interior of a restaurant: Elbow Room Restaurant, Chundrigarh Rd.
Before After Before After
o Located in the old city area in the Writers Chambers building; it was an
opportunity to recreate the past, memories of coffee houses and reading
rooms. The project can be described as an adaptive reuse project
Interior of an office: Crosby Asset Management, PRC Towers.
o The interior is distinct from an instinctively western
response to interiors for financial institutes. Drawing
references from the Asian south eastern culture, Design
Options created a rich palette of fabrics, colours and
textures that communicated not only the culture but values
of generosity, warmth and hospitality.
Category 111: Residential Architecture
Khawaja Residence, 500 sq. yards. DHA.
A five bedroom house with two independent units.
3. Category 1V: Renovation
Zimmermann Residence, 500 sq. yards. DHA.
Before After Before After Before After
Current Projects
Abid Aslam Residence, 500 sq. yards. DHA
Shaazim Ashraf Residence, 1000 sq. yards. DHA
Adnan Sheikh Residence, Renovation, 500 sq. yards,
DHA
Shabbir Patka Residence, Renovation, 1,000 sq. yards,
DHA
Caf辿 Student (Franchise Design), 100 sq. yards, Defence
Market.
Adaptive Reuse of Hamid Market, Bolton Market.
Concept store for Women Essentials, 10,000 sq. feet,
Zamzama.
Shamrafs, Clothing Store, Interior, Dolmen Mall, Clifton
and Tariq Road
Shafiq Jewellers, Interior, Mehran Shopping Mall, Clifton
Elbow Room, Lahore Airport
Liberty Books, Remodeling, Bilawal Chowrangi Branch,
Karachi
Envicrete Showroom, Lahore
CIAO, Seventy seater coffee shop and diner at Zamzama,
Makeover, DHA
Clippers Salon for Men, Khadda Market, DHA
Liberty Book Store - The Learning Years, BBQ Tonight
Branch, Karachi
4. Professional Experience
Senior Architect
Naheed Mashooqullah (Firm): June 99 - Dec. 02
Associate Architect
Design Group Practice: May 97 July 98
Junior Architect
Arcop Associates Oct. 95 Feb. 97
Educational Qualification:
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture (I.V.S.A.A.) 1990 1995
Bachelors of Architecture (Distinction), Founders Award.
Thesis Dissertation Topic: Homeless, who, why & how.
Thesis Design Project: Towards a no cost architecture, structure,
materials and planning of shelter for rural urban migrants, an NGO
St. Josephs College for Women Intermediate Science (A Grade)
1989
Habib Girls School Matriculation Science (A1 Grade) 1987
Affiliations
Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners Life Time Member
Institute of Architects Associate Member
Pakistan Institute of Interior Design Executive Committee Member
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture Alumni Association
President and Founding Member
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture Member of Board of
Studies 2011-2012
PANI Group Executive Committee Member.
Achievements
IAP Excellence Award Nomination in two categories 2009 and 2012
Nesvita Women of Strength Award 2009
Siemens Calendar Appreciation Award 2003
Institute of Architect of Pakistan Certificate of Merit An Honourable
Mention In The IAP House Ideas Competition 2002
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture Founders Award 1995