Final Year Projects (FYPs) - Undergraduates
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This collection archives the complete set of theses produced by students of the COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus.
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Item ENHANCING COMMUNITY RESILIENCE TO FLOODING_ (FLOOD RESILIENT ARCHITECTURE)(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Muhammad Waleed Ashfaq; FA18-BAR-048; Mekaal Chugtai; LHR TP 8620Item An environmentally wise and culturally appropriate community school for the desert community at Derawar, Cholistan(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) MUHAMMAD MOIZ KHAN; FA18-BAR-045; Shariyeh Hosseini; LHR TP 8618Living in the harsh climate and barren landscape of a desert presents numerous challenges, particularly in finding suitable shelters that meet physical, psychological, and social needs. Vernacular architecture has traditionally provided solutions to these requirements. However, in Derawar Village, the shift from local practices to industrial architectural products has been observed in recent years. These practices often disregard the local climate, culture, and environment. Derawar has witnessed significant infrastructural development in the past two decades, including basic amenities like water supply, electricity, roads, and internet access. These changes have influenced the community's perception of the built environment. Tourism is also flourishing in the area due to architectural heritage and events like jeep rally which is affecting the local socioeconomics. Consequently, the community faces challenges in adapting to contemporary circumstances while preserving their architectural identity. On the other hand, many guest houses and resorts have been constructed in Derawar, mimicking local aesthetics but employing modern materials, equipment, and techniques. These structures fail to engage and benefit the local population while also causing harm to the environment. Government buildings, such as schools and dispensaries, constructed for the locals, often do not align with local culture and climate, resulting in discomfort for the users.Item TIME & ARCHITECTURE(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) MUHAMMAD UMAIR YASEEN; FA18-BAR-054; Usman Sami; LHR TP 8624THIS ARCHITECTURAL THESIS AIMS TO INVESTIGATE THE INTRICATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TIME AND ARCHITECTURE, FOCUSING ON THE CULTURAL IMPLICATIONS OF TIME IN THE DESIGN PROCESS. THE STUDY RECOGNIZES THAT ARCHITECTURE IS NOT SIMPLY A PHYSICAL MANIFESTATION OF FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS, BUT ALSO A REFLECTION OF SOCIETAL VALUES, CULTURAL HERITAGE, AND THE PASSAGE OF TIME. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO EXPLORE HOW ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CAN TRANSCEND TEMPORAL LIMITATIONS, RESULTING IN SPACES THAT POSSESS A TIMELESS QUALITY.Item Enabling innovation: Designing an IT center for digital age(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) HAMNA KHALID; FA18-BAR-044; Taimur Sarwar; LHR TP 8617This thesis aims to design an IT center that encourage local talent and drives innovation. With the ongoing advancements in the technology and evolving digital era. The goal is to create a space that promotes and supports technological progress and the skill development for startups. Additionally, the objective is to meet the increasing demand for the centralized spaces that facilitate collaboration and sharing of knowledge. Exploring the IT concept & technologies that enable people to have immersive and interactive experiences. For that using the concept of mixed reality as a tool to create these experiences. There is literature review, and design explorations to understand existing theories, concepts, principles and how they can be implemented This report also presents the importance and necessity of an IT center, discussing its potential impact and the overall advancement of technology.Item DESIGNING A STUDENT CENTER AND BUSINESS INCUBATOR FOR COMSATS UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD, LAHORE CAMPUS(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Syed Muhammad Farhan; FA18-BAR-040; Dr. Shariyeh Hosseini Nasab; LHR TP 8615This thesis explores the design of a multifunctional student center and business incubation center for COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus. The aim is to create a dynamic space that caters to the diverse needs of students and entrepreneurs, fostering student engagement, supporting academic success, promoting entrepreneurship, and encouraging collaboration and innovation. The proposed facility encompasses a range of programmatic elements, including an auditorium, lecture halls, seminar halls, multipurpose classrooms/studios, management areas, and service areas. These spaces are carefully designed to facilitate various activities and functions, such as academic lectures, seminars, workshops, student organizations, cultural events, and recreational gatherings. Moreover, the business incubation center within the facility provides a supportive environment for entrepreneurs, offering resources, mentorship, networking opportunities, and business support services. It serves as a catalyst for innovation, providing start-up businesses with the necessary tools and guidance to thrive.Item HALT: Pitstop Along Urban Side MOTORWAY(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Rida Rubab; FA18-BAR-034; Dr. Shariyeh Hosseini Nasab; LHR TP 8613This thesis focuses on addressing the lack of key programs at service areas across Pakistan, with the goal of improving motorists' travel experiences. This study provides novel design interventions to incorporate important facilities that are currently lacking through an examination of existing service areas and identification of programming inadequacies. The report identified important programs, such as driver's spaces, mobile police officers, fire stations, a variety of dining alternatives, retail establishments, recreational facilities, and prayer areas, as critical aspects required to improve the functionality and comfort of service areas. Design techniques emphasize user comfort, accessibility, and sustainability while taking into account the unique needs of travelers. The proposed interventions are inspired by worldwide best practices and precedents, ensuring that design solutions meet international standards while taking into account local context.Item ARCHITECTURE IN THE AGE OF 6TH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Rimsha Ahmad; FA18-BAR-022; Meekal chughtai; LHR TP 8608This thesis report aims to explore the role of vocational training institute architecture as a catalyst for empowering unskilled labor in Lahore, Pakistan. With a focus on site analysis, passive design strategies, energy efficiency, water management, sustainable materials, life cycle assessment, and community engagement, the report examines how the design and implementation of vocational training institutes can contribute to a better way of education and skill development for the unskilled labor force. By integrating sustainable and environmentally conscious elements, vocational training institutes can provide a conducive learning environment that enhances the employability and social mobility of individuals seeking to acquire new skills and improve their livelihoods. The findings of this report have the potential to inform architectural practices and educational policies, leading to the creation of vocational training institutes that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also socially and environmentally responsible. Abstract: This thesis report aims to explore the role of vocational training institute architecture as a catalyst for empowering unskilled labor in Lahore, Pakistan. With a focus on site analysis, passive design strategies, energy efficiency, water management, sustainable materials, life cycle assessment, and community engagement, the report examines how the design and implementation of vocational training institutes can contribute to a better way of education and skill development for the unskilled labor force. By integrating sustainable and environmentally conscious elements, vocational training institutes can provide a conducive learning environment that enhances the employability and social mobility of individuals seeking to acquire new skills and improve their livelihoods. The findings of this report have the potential to inform architectural practices and educational policies, leading to the creation of vocational training institutes that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also socially and environmentally responsible.”Item SYMBIOTIC COAST(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) HASHAAM AHMAD; FA18-BAR-016; Taimur Sarwar; LHR TP 8605Life on our planet is dependent on water. Oceans provide 70 percent of our oxygen needs. Problems like increasing sea levels, which are brought on by climate change circumstances, harm species instincts and the world's natural habitats for eco systems. But, when we discuss taking the eco system into account, we just take into account humans, trees, and birds; we never discuss the eco system that is under the ocean. The largest natural ecosystem of marine life is comprised of coral reefs and mangroves, both of which we are continuously destroying. From Karachi to Gwadar, Pakistan's coast stretches for a considerable distance. Pakistan also has one of the largest marine ecosystems in the world. Yet, Pakistan is also among the top nations that are on high alert for coral bleaching due to sea level rise and global warming. The WWF has been successful in designating the coral reef locations as restricted areas during the past few years. Which are being examined for conversion into marine parks in order to address the issue of coral breaches and raise awareness of the value of the marine ecosystem. Yet, the important issue is how to proceed and how it will be done. 7 In order to give specialists a platform to better understand aquatic conditions, it is proposed to establish a marine research Centre with public involvement. Also, it serves as a location where members of the public can visit and learn about the significance of underwater life. Which would make people think on this issue and appreciate the value of aquatic life. And how to address the issue of this sea level rise, which puts our coastal way of life in peril. By doing this, it will close the gap between the two persons and help them understand the repercussions. The young generation will have the chance to learn about the significance of climate change thanks to this architectural intervention, which will also give WWF and the Pakistani Marine Conservation Society a pragmatic location.Item FORGING VERTIGO: A VERTICAL CINEMATIC ENCLAVE(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Hashim Azam; FA18-BAR-025; Usman Sami; LHR TP 8609The concept of creating a vertical film studio complex, named "Vertigo," which reimagines the traditional horizontal layout of film and television studios into a vertical structure. The objective of this project is to optimize space utilization in urban environment where land availability is limited while providing a state-of-the-art facility for film and television production and post-production activities which will act as a landmark for the city and the country itself. The proposed vertical cinematic enclave combines cutting-edge architectural design with innovative technological solutions, while also catering the existing cinema building through adaptive reuse. The vertical layout allows for multiple floors dedicated to different aspects of film production, such as sound stages, production offices, editing suites, post-production facilities, and screening rooms. Vertical transportation systems, advanced soundproofing techniques, and integrated production workflows ensure seamless collaboration and efficient use of resources. Vertigo aims to be a hub for creativity, collaboration, and technological advancement in the film industry. It will attract local and international filmmakers, artists, and production companies, fostering a vibrant community of talent and supporting the growth of the film industry in the region. The complex will also host film festivals, industry events, and educational programs to nurture emerging filmmakers and engage with the broader community. By embracing the existing site and the concept of a vertical cinematic enclave, Vertigo seeks to revolutionize the way films and other cinematic functions are produced, providing an innovative and sustainable solution for urban environments. The project aims to create a landmark that not only serves the needs of the film and television industry but also contributes to the cultural fabric of the city, becoming an iconic symbol of creativity and cinematic excellence.