SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, APEX GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS, JAIPUR

ARCHITECTURAL THESIS
SYNOPSIS

SUBMITTED TO: SUBMITTED BY:

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE ABDUL SAKUR
B.ARCH V YR. X SEM
S.O.A., A.G.I.
 PROPOSED
International Convention Center at Bodh Gaya
SYNOPSIS
CONTENT

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Indian Culture and Role
1.3 Project detail
1.4 Need of the study
1.5 Aim
1.6 Objectives
1.7 Scope and Limitation
1.8 Site
1.9 Project Detail
1.10 Methodology
1.11 Requirement
1.12 Case study
1.13 Advance study topics
1.14 Thesis Report format
Introduction
This project envisages the setting up of an International Convention Center (ICC) at
Magadh University (MU) in Bodh-Gaya, Bihar, India.

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Role of cultural in India
India is called unite country with diversities which ranges from the snow-capped
mountains to the sun washed beaches, crispy old bazaars to chichi designer
boutiques, serene temples to spirited festivals, tumbledown rural villages to
techno ability urban hubs this country is the planet’s most multidimensional
country. India is a country where culture echoes, tradition speaks, beauty
captivates and diversity delights. India is a vivid kaleidoscope of landscapes
with significant historical sites and royal cities, misty mountains, colorful people
who are rich in culture and festivities. To gather these all phenomenal
diversities at one place and to spread the essence of our rich Indian culture, we
have cultural centers at various regions in which through arts, exhibitions,
drams, theaters we describes different cultures of India. Cultural centre also
displays the cultures around the globe, through various forms.

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
PROJECT Detail :-

Project Title : International Convention Centre, Bodh Gaya

Location: Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, Gaya District, Bihar, India

Grantor of
Authorization : Magadh University

Nodal Department
for project: Magadh University

Project Site Area: 25.2 Acres

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Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Proposed site,

Bihar, the ancient land

of Buddha, has
witnessed golden period
of Indian history. The
state has its capital at
Patna, which is situated
on the bank of the holy
river Ganga.

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Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
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Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Proposed site,

SITE MEASREMENT:-

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Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Site Area :-

25.2 Acre (101980

sqm )

By- laws:-

Permissible FSI
– 0.6

Maximum Permissib
le Ground Coverag
e – 30%

set back

ARIAL IMAGE OF THE SITE:-

N
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oposed Project Requirements :
International Convention Centre Facility

Accommodation Facility:
Mid-Market accommodation
Deluxe accommodation

Craft Village

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
II. Accommodation Facility:

Mid-Market accommodation: Estimated to be spread over 6.5 acre (26,316 sq.m), the mid
market accommodation should be able to house 200 rooms for delegates.

b) Deluxe accommodation: Estimated to be

spread over 5 acres (20,243 sq.m), the
deluxe/premium accommodation would accommodate 100 rooms for delegates.

I II Craft Village: Estimated to be spread over an area of 2.37 acre (9595 sq m) to provid
e a boost to the local artisans and handicrafts. In addition to the craft bazaar, it wou
ld also include a food court and Car Parking facility. Any other development as per the
applicable byelaws can also be developed.

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Aims
The aim is to design a International Convention Center at Bodh Gaya, Bihar.

The aim is to design a space to provide opportunities by which people from different p
arts of India get to know more about each others tradition and cultural heritage and
thereby help in promoting mutual understanding and national integration. The space wo
uld amalgamate all cultural, conventional activities under on roof.
Objectives

To understand the structure of a convention center.

To understand relation between activity and space.

To design Convention Center.

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Scope and Limitations
The design would be emphasised on International Convention Center and accommodation and craft
village would be design only on site plan level.

The design thesis would go into too much of Landscape detailing .

Moreover the thesis will provide with an architectural solution and not for other aspects like economical,
management, etc.

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Case study :-
• Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center, Jaipur

• Lavasa Exhibition and Convention center, Lavasa

• Gujarat University Convention & Exhibition Center, Gandhi Corpor

ation , Ahemdabad

• Patna International Convention Centre, Patna

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
 ADVANCE STUDY TOPICS
ON
(International Convention Center at Bodh Gaya , INDIA)

1. Standards and Norm for Spaces in a convection Centre.

2. Landscape

3. Large span construction

• Climatic response building

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem
Thesis Report Format :

•Content

•Part A - Introduction

•Part B - Literature review

•Part C - Data Collection and Presentation

•Part D – Design Presentation

•Remarks

•Bibliography

Architectural Thesis – 2017 Abdul Sakur

Cultural Centre, Delhi, India. B.Arch X sem