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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
RADICAL CONCEPT
As recommended by Council of Architecture, Research and Development Cell is one of the important
activity which contributes in the overall development of student. On these guidelines, Research and
Development Cell started in the centenary year of Shri Shivaji Maratha Society, is the evolutionary step initiated
under the guidance of Principal C.S. Kataria Sir and with the valuable support of Society members.
SSMS CoA is emerging as one of the better options in the architectural field through different
perspectives and requirements. The urge of continuously growing excellence has opened the window of
research and development. We being the part of one esteemed institute having teaching faculties with multiple
specializations and streams as planning, landscape, interior designs and architectural conservation are entered
into the research activity to utilize full capacities of our faculties which will directly help the students to gain
knowledge from these different fields through the projects and activities undertaken.
This multi-dimensional intellectual assets are the key features of this research program. We and our
research program is increasingly engaging with, and trying to make a difference to, our community. In doing
so, it is our sincere try to build a bridge to a better world.
AIM
To provide and support research activities in the vast field of architecture & its specialized streams so
as to make available the exposure, hands-on experience to students and stable well-recognized platform to
faculties for carrying out their projects under one umbrella of one of the oldest institutes in Pune.
OBJECTIVES
As the AIM is explaining, research cell is started with the vision of contributing in the field of education
as well as with the awareness of social responsibilities. Main objectives of the research cell are –
Encouraging the process of knowledge gaining
Contributing in the data bank of institutional library which further can take the role of publication to
make the research available to all in the society.
Providing the stable base & better use of existing infrastructural facilities for larger projects
Providing students the opportunities to explore the multiple important dimensions of architectural
research in any concern areas that impact architectural development as a whole.
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Research and Development Cell
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INDEX
Sr.No. Project Tittle Client Date Lead By
1 Identification and Documentation of Cultural Resources In
Panchkroshi Parikrama: Part Of the Narmada River Parikrama
ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) HO,
New Delhi For Cultural Ministry
13/03/2018 Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
Status of the project: Submitted to
ASI Head Office based on their
request for proposal. Reply
awaiting.
The present project is based on
Architectural Conservation. This
the continuation of research paper
written by our Asso. Prof.
Shubhashri D. Upasani.
Once the project will start, students
will be introduced and included in
the project.
1. ON-GOING PROJECTS >>>
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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
INDEX
Sr.No. Tittle Organizers Activity Classification
Date Lead By
1 Identifying and safeguarding Cultural-Natural Resources In
Panchkroshi Parikrama: Part Of the Narmada
River Parikrama
UNESCO-ICOMOS
Research Paper 13/12/2017 Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
2 VATAPI INDIA: City of
Caves and Temple They Draw and Travel
Article Writing Jan 2018 Ar. Ajinkya Chavan
3 The iridescent Bagh, Aurangabad
WLA Article Writing 07/06/2015 Ar. Ajinkya Chavan
4 Gethsemane – A Prayer Garden, Pune
WLA Article Writing 14/05/2016 Ar. Ajinkya Chavan
5
Yougistan Meri Jaan Landscaping & Outdoor
Living
Article Writing Mar-Apr 2017
Ar. Ajinkya Chavan
2. FACULTIES’ CONTRIBUTION >>>
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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
INDEX
Sr.No. Project/Activity Tittle OR
Structure Name
Activity Type Client / Stake
Holders
Guided By
1 B.Ed. College Building,
Aranyeshwar campus, Pune
Documentation Project SSMS Ar. Amrita Bhandari
2 Jijamata Primary School, Pune
Documentation Project (With the vision of constructional techniques of colonial period and
services)
SSMS Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
Ar. Madhura Deshpande Ar. Ruchika Shembekar
3 8Th C. Pataleshwar Rock-Cut Temple,
Pune
Documentation Project (With the vision of understanding
rock-cut architecture in Indian History)
ASI, Mumbai Circle
Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
4 Marathi Sahitya Parishad, Tilak Road,
Pune
Documentation Project (With the vision of constructional
techniques of colonial period)
M.Sa.P. Pune.
Ar. Manasi Deshmukh
5 Understanding Maratha Architecture
Heritage Walk (To create awareness for Maratha
Architecture and history)
SSMS CoA Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
3. STUDENT’S CONTRIBUTION (Individual and under the
guidance of Faculties) >>>
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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
Indigenous word VASUDDHONNAT indicates that everything that is contributing in elevating our
mother Earth and no our deeds will harm Her in any ways.
In other words, this is the orientation towards sustainable life-style, celebration, any acts and deeds
which eventually will obviously percolate in the designs and architectural developments in all respects
that are expected to carry forward on the shoulders of todays’ young generations.
INDEX
Sr.No. Activity Tittle Activity Type Period Guided By
1 VASUDDHONNAT
Ganaray
Ganapati-Festival Celebration
Ganesh Chaturthi -
Chaturdashi
Ar. Amrita Bhandari Ar. Madhura Deshpande
Ganapati Celebration is the peculiarity of Pune’ culture. But along with the celebration and ritual parts, the awareness of environment, the healthy and eco-friendly approach are the key aspects and need of the today’s world. Based on the theme and materials chosen, fine final products came out as innovative ideas from these young, energetic and enthusiastic students. And the celebration-cum-competition was ended into one of the sweet memories of the year… both for the students and for the faculty as well!
2 VASUDDHONNAT Deepotsav
Deewali-Festival Celebration
Before Diwali Vacation
Ar. Shubhashri Upasani Ar. Ruchika Shembekar
The celebration was divided into 4 layers and 4 groups of students overlapping each other and forming final product.
4. VASUDDHONNAT (Enriching Mother Earth) >>>
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Research and Development Cell
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s College Of Architecture, Aranyeshwar Campus, Pune – 9
First was Killa making with stones, bricks, clay and cloth pieces with final touch-up of green algae and gray Rangoli.
Second was colorful Rangoli to display 100 year completion with pride.
Third was Panati-Deeyas making and painting. Initial though students were encouraged to make Deeyas, finally to cover the quantity, it was bought from traditional potter’s lane. Then students painted those Deeyas in colorful fashion.
Forth was making houses to show settlement at the bottom as per original pattern of any Killa and lanterns from color papers threads etc.
Combining these 4 activities ended into the cheerful celebration, full of cultural soul and bonding with the tradition. It created the pride of being part of one of the oldest
esteemed institutes from Pune in students and staff members also.
3 VASUDDHONNAT Cultural Glimpse
Cultural week celebration
Second week of January
Ar. Ajinkya Chavan Ar. Manasi Deshmukh
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Every student and faculty of SSMS CoA are expected to participate in the Research Cell Activities. For people
capable of original thought, analysis, and creativity, which are able to keep learning and developing are most
welcome.
For the sake of smooth running, all core faculty members are committee member of research cell and
Principal being the most senior, in all respects and key stone of this radical arch, plays Head Advisor’s role.
Rest of the faculties would be participating as per the specialization and interest in on-going project.
Present Committee members are as below -
Sr.No. Name
Current Designation in College
1 Ar. Chandrakant Kataria
Principal
2 Ar. Vasant Chaudhari Professor Design Chair
3 Ar. Amrita Bhandari
Associate Professor
4 Ar. Shubhashri Upasani
Associate Professor
5 Ar. Madhura Deshpande
Assistant Professor
6 Ar. Ajinkya Chavan
Assistant Professor
7 Ar. Ruchika Shembekar
Assistant Professor
8 Ar. Anita Joshi
Assistant Professor
9 Ar. Shridevi Anavatti Assistant Professor
5. COMMITTEE MEMBERS >>>