The visit to Dr. D.Y. Patil College’s Design Centre and D.Y. Patil University Centre of Excellence, designed by Architect Norman Foster-designed building provided an insightful study into the design principles behind these structures. The primary objective of this visit was to analyse how a design-based school can be planned and to derive key learnings from...Read More

To study and understand the structural design and construction techniques of flat slabs and ribbed slabs used in the construction of railway stations, with a focus on the practical application of these slab systems in real-world projects. The site visits will provide insights into the advantages, challenges, and performance of these slab types in different...Read More

The event took place on 13th January 2025, Monday: 2:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. It was very insightful and engaging lecture on “Design with climate, context and community”. The expertise and thoughtful presentation were truly captivating, and we are incredibly grateful for the knowledge and perspectives that was shared. The guest lecture titled “Design with...Read More

Introduction The event was a part of the UoM initiative, Vachan Sankalpa Maharashtracha, which aimed to promote reading habits among students. As a segment of this initiative, a series of events were conducted with the second-year students under the elective course Architectural Theory. The event focused on book reviews, graphical representation techniques and discussions to...Read More

The much-awaited inter-year Football tournament took place on 7th January 2025 at the scenic Pillai Sports Ground. The event was brimming with excitement, team spirit, and intense competition as students from the 1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year, and 5th Year battled for the championship title. The day began with an inaugural ceremony led by...Read More

Welcome to the comprehensive report detailing the Christmas celebrations planned by the Student Council at Pillai College of Architecture. Designed to create interactive sessions among students and foster a collective festive spirit, this event was a joyful tribute to the essence of Christmas. It provided students with an opportunity to celebrate the holiday season together,...Read More

The guest lecture was conducted on 18th December, 2024. This session was a mix of interaction, presentation and discussion. This guest lecture is to address and interact with our S.Y.B.Arch. students on the topic “Problem-Solving & Transformation of Ideas into Concepts”. Students are currently working at their Elective studio on Idea, Innovation and Patenting that...Read More

The much-awaited inter-year Cricket Tournament took place on 17th December, 2024 at the scenic Pillai Sports Ground. The event was brimming with excitement, team spirit, and intense competition as students from the 1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year and 5th Year battled for the Championship Title. The day began with an inaugural ceremony led by...Read More

To sensitize students about how archeology is rich source of information that is derived from small partial or wholistic remains form the past was the main aim of this lecture. This lecture was arranged specially for Semester 3 – Architectural Design Studio where students have already started studying what is pottery? Scope of pottery in...Read More