National Students Design Competition

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National Students Design Competition

Synergies Between Nature and Buildings for Ecotourism

Competition Brief

School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal (An Autonomous Institution of HRD, Govt. Of India) Transit Campus, Sports Complex,

MANIT, Bhopal-462051 (MP) Website:www.spabhopal.ac.in

Madhya Pradesh Ecotourism Board Urja Bhawan, Link Road No. 2, Shivaji Nagar, Bhopal. (MP) Website: www.mpecotourism.org


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National Students Design CompetitionSynergies Between Nature and Buildings for Ecotourism

M.P. Ecotourism Development Board School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal

1.0 Introduction:

With changing demographic, environmental and economic realities around the globe,architects, engineers, planners and designers bear a greater responsibility for creating a builtenvironment which is sensitive to the natural environment and responds to the interests ofthe society at large. In support of the above cause and as an area of research that deservespriority, the School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal (SPA Bhopal) is launching aNational Student Design Competition on Synergies between Nature and Buildings forEcotourism. The overall aim of this student competition is to generate design solutions thatcreate synergies between nature and buildings and promote awareness, understanding,enthusiasm and commitment to the natural environment.

2.0 Description

The School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal, an autonomous institution of MHRD,Government of India, is a premier Institute of National Importance. It is committed to produceenvironmentally responsible architects and planners. The school is hosting this competitionalong with Madhya Pradesh Ecotourism Development Board which is an organization withthe Department of Forests, Govt. of M.P.

For this National Student Design Competition on Synergies between Nature and Buildingsfor Ecotourism the students are expected to design an ecotourism destination in a forestreserve at Laharpur, Bhopal which can serve as a model example of eco friendlyarchitecture for eco tourism in India. The students are encouraged to think beyond thetraditional practice of designing tourist resorts and come up with solutions that are sensitiveto ecological principals and generate awareness of the environment.

Ecotourism in Madhya Pradesh

The natural heritage of Madhya Pradesh includes 2 biosphere reserves, 9 National Parks

and 25 Wildlife Sanctuaries, covering an area of 10,862 Sq. Kms. It is the leading tiger

reserve in the country.

The tourism potential of these forest based natural assets is being developed and monitored

by the Madhya Pradesh Ecotourism Development Board (MPEDB). Since its constitution in

2005, the MP Ecotourism Board has developed 35 ecotourism destinations which are underoperation, and has several planned and potential sites for development state-wide.

Ecotourism destinations are often at cross purpose with their objectives. They are places of

high natural value at risk of being destroyed by people who visit them for their beauty.

Tourists want hotels, restaurants, shops and recreation activities which affect the ecology of

the place. The design of ecotourism destinations needs to address the demands of both the

site and the visitors. Also, it must serve the socio-economic objectives of ecotourism through

participation of the local community in its development and operation, and maximising the

returns of tourism for their livelihood.


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To minimise the impact of tourism in nature based destinations and to improve the quality of

visitor experience, the Ecotourism Board seeks to improve the design of its facilities and

services by incorporating sustainable measures, such as including local vernacular

architecture, as well as appropriate technology making use of sun, wind and other renewable

energies for heating/cooling and lighting, rainwater harvesting, grey water recycling,

composting and managing solid waste disposal so as to minimise impact on the

environment. Besides minimising the negative impacts of tourism, an ecotourism destination

must enhance information and knowledge of visitors, about the importance of the natural

heritage and its ecological systems and other measures which are in harmony with the local

ecosystem.

Further information about MPEDBs policy and programmes is available on their website

www.mpecotourism.org

3.0 Objectives of the Competition:

Generate a national level debate on Nature vs. Built Environment amongst

architects, planners and design professionals.

Enhance the understanding and knowledge of practices in traditional and vernacular

architecture and its fusion with modern architecture.

Develop ideas on eco-centric building prototypes based on vernacular and traditional

architecture.

4.0 Eligibility for participationTeams consisting of a maximum four students enrolled in degree/diploma-granting colleges

in India are invited to participate. Proposals may include consideration of more than one

discipline and may include: architecture, engineering, environmental design, forestry,

tourism, industrial design, interior design, interior architecture, landscape architecture,

regional and urban planning and design. The listed disciplines are not exclusive or limiting.

Multi-disciplinary teams are strongly encouraged. The student teams need to register prior to

the competition, please refer web link for competition registration form. There are no

registration charges.

5.0 Award

First Prize `. 50,000Second Prize `. 25,000Two Third Prizes `. 10,000 Each

The winning entries will be widely publicized on the websites of the MP EcotourismDevelopment Board and also be published in SPANDREL, SPA- Journal. Students of allshortlisted entries will be entitled to free participation to a Workshop on Synergies betweennature and buildings, to be held in March 2012, at the School of Planning and Architecture,Bhopal.


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6.0 Laharpur Ecotourism DestinationThe site selected for the competition is at Laharpur, located on the south-east edge of

Bhopal city, 23 12 N, 77 30E. The area of the site is 151,126 Sq.m. Bhopal has thedistinction of having several sites of unique natural value both within and around the city.

Some of the primary existing attractions are the Upper Lake and the Van Vihar protected

area, Kerwa dam, Kaliasot dam, Bhojpur Temple and Bhimbetka Caves, besides several

smaller lakes and forests.

Laharpur is an emerging ecotourism destination of natural scenic value. It is situated on a

rocky plateau, the slopes are steep, covered in red soil. The MP Ecotourism Board is

developing a botanical garden in the Laharpur area, and intends developing facilities for

ecotourism.

The organisers seek innovative, cutting-edge, contemporary proposals, which may also be

used as a prototype for other forest based ecotourism destinations within the State.

Participants are invited to explore ways to create spaces that promote awareness,

understanding, enthusiasm and commitment to the natural environment. Architecture should

assimilate the synergies of nature and building. Entries should show a commitment to an

approach and strategy for enhancing the resource potential of the protected natural area

through sensitive architecture displaying a deep understanding of the surrounding

environment.

Proposals may include adaptations of vernacular and traditional architecture to new

technologies and alternatives to prevailing construction methods or even traditional

architecture using natural materials.

Integration of the use of alternative energy sources for heating/cooling/lighting, rainwater

harvesting, grey water recycling, composting and solid and liquid waste management in the

design proposals is expected. The architecture must display an understanding of operation

and maintenance issues conforming to best international practices in ecotourism.

7.0 Design Programme for the Ecotourism Destination

The use of the destination will be of low to medium intensity. The list below is indicative andparticipants may adopt a different approach to the provision of accommodation and otherfacilities.

1. Camping and picnic facilities. These will include area for tents with bath, toilets,

washing and outdoor cooking facilities, picnic benches, pergolas, machan/watch

tower and other facilities as anticipated such as water spouts, outdoor seating, waste

disposal bins. Other nature friendly activities may be anticipated and facilities

provided.

2. At least 10 Prototype units for twin sharing accommodation, which will be of a suite

type room with an attached bath.


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3. At least 5 Prototype eco-lodges, each for a family of four. A lodge will be fully

furnished and have a sitting area, bedroom, kitchen, bath and related spaces.

4. Prototype units for group accommodation of 10, separate for girls and boys. Bath and

toilets will be annexed to the room, lockers will be provided for each bed. A Common

room, dining room and kitchen will be needed.

5. Interpretation and administration centre (6 staff members). The interpretation centre

will include activity clubs with place for an instructor and storage space for

equipment, indoor and outdoor exhibition areas, a meeting room for about 12

persons.

6. Restaurant (capacity of 50 persons), with outdoor eating area

NOTE:

Detailed landscaping of open areas is expected, with adequate but discreet, parking, definededges, hard surfaces for pedestrian movement, flower beds and planned forests.Innovative and practical ideas to enhance the attractiveness of the site as an ecotourismdestination will be appreciated.Access for the disabled on the entire site will also be appreciated.Govt. Of India standards for tourism accommodation are available on the following websites:http://tourism.gov.in/Uploaded/Guideline/123020100502704.pdf

http://www.incredibleindia.org/newsite/pdf/Camp%20sites.pdf

Further information will be made available on the two websites indicated for the competition,to familiarise students with standards and best international practices for ecotourismdestinations.

8.0 Submission Requirements

All proposals should be submitted on not more than 4 sheets of A1 size. The format for the

sheets will be as shown in the given Site Plan and Location Plan.

It is expected that each presentation will cover the overall strategy adopted for the project

approach, concepts that explain the proposal and drawings which explain the layout plan

and prototype unit designs, including necessary construction details.

Each of the A1 size entry should at-least consist the following:

a. Site Plan

b. Floor Plans

c. Section/s and suitable self explanatory details.

d. Elevation/s.

e. 3D views or sketches.

f. Brief note on concept and design approach-Not more than 200 words.

g. Any other suitable details or special feature of design proposal.
http://tourism.gov.in/Uploaded/Guideline/123020100502704.pdfhttp://tourism.gov.in/Uploaded/Guideline/123020100502704.pdfhttp://www.incredibleindia.org/newsite/pdf/Camp%20sites.pdfhttp://www.incredibleindia.org/newsite/pdf/Camp%20sites.pdfhttp://www.incredibleindia.org/newsite/pdf/Camp%20sites.pdfhttp://tourism.gov.in/Uploaded/Guideline/123020100502704.pdf


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9.0 Criteria for Evaluation of Competition EntriesMarks will be awarded on the following basis. Thus, every attempt should be made to fulfil alltypes of submission requirements.

Understanding /comprehension of Design problem 20 Marks

Design contents and response to the theme 25 Marks(Synergies between nature and buildings for ecotourism)

Presentation (restricted to 4 nos. A1 size sheet) 20 Marks

3 D views and/or Free hand sketches 15 Marks

Innovation in Material applicability 20 Marks

10.0 Rules and Regulations

1. All entries should be duly endorsed by your Head of the Institution/Principal and

Submitted in sealed envelope/tube.

2. The entrants name/college should be mentioned only on the envelope.

3. A Code number which will be given to you on confirmation of participation shouldonly be mentioned on the drawing Preferable on Right hand side bottom corner.

(Individual names and college name should NOT be mentioned on the drawing)

4. The contest will be open from 17th

5. All Entries will remain the property of SPA Bhopal.

November 2011.

6. The entries should reach SPA Bhopal on or before 05:30 P.M. on February 16th

7. List of shortlisted participants will be announced on 21

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2012.st

8. Jury will comprise of eminent Architects and Experts from the field of ecotourism and

eco-architecture.

February, 2012.

9. Candidates identity/name of college will not be revealed to the jury.

11.0 Important Dates

Early Registration 30th

Late Registration

December 2011

16th

Submission

January 2012

16th

Announcement of ShortlistedParticipants

February 2012

21st

National Workshop and Exhibition ofselected Entries, Award of Prizes

February 2012

19th and 20th

March 2012

12.0 Coordinators

Coordinators may be contacted at the following E-mail address

Manjusha Misra

:

[email protected]

SPA Bhopal

Vishakha Kawathekar SPA BhopalGeeta Vishwakarma SPA Bhopal Mob. 8269473608Apoorva Singh MP Ecotourism Board


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13.0 Contact Addresses:

School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal,

(An Autonomous Institution of MHRD, Govt. of India)Transit Campus, Sports Complex, MANIT Campus,

Bhopal - 462 051 (M.P.)

Website: www.spabhopal.ac.in

Madhya Pradesh Ecotourism Development Board

Urja Bhawan, Link Road No.2,

Shivaji Nagar,

Bhopal - 462 016 (M.P.)

Website: www.mpecotourism.org

All queries may be sent to [email protected].

For further information and update please look up the Competition Website at

www.spabhopal.ac.in


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The Site - Laharpur Ecotourism Destination

Coordinates 2240N 8145E / 22.67N 81.75E/ 22.67; 81.75

Country India

State Madhya Pradesh

District(s) Bhopal

Population 7,074 (2001[update])Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)Elevation 1,048metres (3,438 ft)

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LOCATION Laharpur

The Site and its Surroundings


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Proposed Development in the Destination


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Site for the Competition

Site ConsiderationsLaharpur area covers approximately 1700 Ha. and primarily the entire strata is of hard rock

and there is no source of available water except rain or deep tube well.

Though one deep tube well can offer complete harvesting for 10 acres of land for

appropriate greenery but location of water pockets and depth is uncertain at this hill top.

However, the existing and functioning bore-well at this place offers nearly 3 inches dia water

spout, which was made available at a depth of nearly 400 feet through rocks. Such bore-

well though possible but at a exorbitant expense.

The catchment of rainwater on this hill top is volumeness but entire rainwater drains down

and wasted for without any appropriate conservations.

Certain percolation tank is dug into 3 places and small natural lake also exists, which is

comparably of negligible size but no efforts to pump out recharge water through percolations

have yet been made.

Other than rainy season and nearly 2 months during winter the temperature and humidity

is so high that it becomes impossible to let the plant survive. Temperature in Bhopal during

peak time ranges between 37 to 45 degree, which is so high that it becomes impossible to

make the fully grown plants or tree plantation survive.


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Plants require continuous watering and caring initially more and lack of water not only

hampers the growth but capillary permeability in the rocks drains most of the water besides

the evaporation.

Laharpur area is surrounded by many villages and urban habitation, any efforts for plantation

or floriculture will be highly endangered by unruly cattle and trespassing flower pickers orwild animals.

Though cordoning the area with suitable fencing is possible but at an enormous expense.

Location of Laharpur is at such a vantage situation and need to develop this area especially

this being almost in the capital city Bhopal is so very necessary, but area being so large it

requires large fund to implement any appropriate proposal .

Water sources though available, but at a distant location and any methodology to make

water reach to the desired location will certainly cost heavily.

It requires combined efforts with dedicated spirit and determined attitude to implement this

ambitious proposal which in times to come undoubtedly would offer endless advantage to

the government but also for the entire community of Bhopal and adjoining villages.

Views of the Proposed Competition Site


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Proposed site

Proposed Area=151126 sqm

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EntryRo

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National Student Design Competition

Synergies between Nature and Buidings for Ecotourism

Title:

Site PlanScale:

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Key Plan ( 1:20000)

School of Planning & Architecture(An Autonomous Institute ofHRD,Govt. ofIndia)

TransitCampus, SportComplex,

MANIT,Bhopal -462051 (M.P.)

Website:www.spabhopal.ac.in

M.P. Ecotourism BoardUrja Bhawan,Link Road No.2,

Shivaji Nagar,Bhopal. (MP)

Website:www.mpecotourism.org

150 Years of Celebration of MadhyaPradesh Forest Department

(All Dimensions are in Meter)

Nakshatra Vatika

Proposed site (A)

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Code No.:

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National Student Design Competition

Synergies between Nature and Buidings for Ecotourism

Title:

Site LocationScale:

1:5000Code No.:

As given by organizer

School of Planning & Architecture(An Autonomous Institute ofHRD,Govt. ofIndia)

TransitCampus, SportComplex,

MANIT,Bhopal -462051 (M.P.)

Website:www.spabhopal.ac.in

M.P. Ecotourism BoardUrja Bhawan,Link RoadNo.2,

Shivaji Nagar,Bhopal. (MP)

Website:www.mpecotourism.org

150 Years of Celebration of MadhyaPradesh Forest Department

(All Dimensions are in Meter)

Key Plan


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School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal M.P. Ecotourism Development Board, Bhopal

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