Dissertation on Thesis

IX Semester B. Arch

Sachin Kumar Sahu

Iconic Architecture

Introduction:
Icons the verbal meaning of icon is likeness, Image or symbol .Iconic architecture in this context is to symbolize or represent a place, culture, people etc.It deals with the study of Icons,landmarks.

Description:
In our post - modern globalised world the icon has become a trend. A trend which is interesting but delirious. It is driven by globalised urban economy, social forces and a haunting need for a unique identity which shall claim global fame instantly. There have been vivid instances in history where an architectural icon has become the representational symbol of a civilization or a country for example-the pyramids at Egypt, the Eiffel tower at Paris or the Sydney opera house in Australia. But in more recent times (post 1995) there has been a global avalanche of iconic buildings. as far as we go with the Indian counterpart of the same we observe the lack of the same.for example still we recognize by jantar mantar , Lal kila or Qutub minar.
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Objectives and aims: o To identify the trends in contemporary Indian

architectural iconism and thus speculate on how the model of the iconic building will fare in the Indian context. o Tracing the development of the iconic building in the Indian context. o Analysis of recent trends, symptoms and interpretations of the Indian iconic building.

Scope of the study:

To study the development and phenomenon of contemporary and modern iconic buildings in relation to their corresponding style, function and its effect in the society and economy. To understand the approach of an architect while designing and planning the icons. To study the nature and type of iconic buildings. elements and materials used in the modern iconic buildings.

Limitations:

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Cognition of Institutional spaces

Introduction:
Learning is the central activity of colleges and universities. Sometimes that learning occurs in classrooms (formal learning); other times it results from serendipitous Interactions among individuals (informal learning).Space whether physical or virtualcan have an impact on learning. It can bring people together; it can encourage exploration, collaboration, and discussion. Or, space can carry an unspoken message of silence and disconnectedness. More and more we see the power of built pedagogy (the ability of space to define how one teaches) in colleges and universities.

Description:
Todays studentswhether 18, 22, or 55have attitudes, expectations, and constraints that differ from those of students even 10 years ago. Cognition of spaces often reflect the people and learning approach of the times, so spaces designed in 1956 are not likely to fit perfectly with students in 2013. Students are nowadays highly social, connecting with friends, family, and faculty face-to-face and online. Well-designed learning spaces have a motivational effect. Learning areas infused with natural
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light, for example, provide an environment that is easy and pleasurable to work in. Wireless connectivity within a brightly lit atrium, learning caf or open-plan social area will encourage engagement in learning, and instill a desire to continue activities beyond timetabled classes.

Scope of study:
To study the spaces of existing institutional buildings and there effect on the students and other users. To study the modern lifestyle and social life of students and the means of there interactions in context of institute. To understand about modern teaching spaces, interactive classrooms, visual and supportive learning.

Aim & objective

To reconceptualize learning spaces to facilitate active, social, and experiential learning in recognized residential educational campuses.

Limitation:
The research and the study are limited to the planning and conceptual level only. Materials used, construction techniques and other services are out of scope of the study.
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