CEPT University, formerly the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology, is an academic institution located near university area in Ahmedabad, India offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas of natural and developed environment of human society and related disciplines. This university have a unique landscape features and this slide presented with pictures and necessary information.

1. Campus Landscaping

2. Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT)
University, Ahmedabad, India

3. Overview of CEPT University
Campus: Kasturbhai Lalbhai Campus
Architect: Balkrishna Doshi
Faculties: Faculty of Planning,
Faculty of Design, Faculty of
Technology, Faculty Of Management
Type: Private University
Established: 1962
Location: Gujarat University area,
Ahmedabad
Area of the site: 12.5 acres

4. Satellite Map of CEPT University

5. Topography of CEPT University
Topography the general slope is towards the north western corner of University.
Undulating surface
Glass
Concrete roof
RCC structure
Brick walls
Tree
Grass lawn
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6. Entrance of CEPT University
The entry to the complex is through a long axis which ends up in facing a blank wall.
One is forced to turn, go down a flight of brick paved steps and turn then again to enter
the main wide flight of steps rising up ever so slowly towards the framed entrance to the
library.
Brick walls Brick paved stairs
Tree
Seating bench made of
brick and concrete
Concrete pathway

7. Lilavati Lalbhai Library
 Architect: Rahul Mehrotra
 Area: 30 Square feet
 Position: It takes up the center
position in the campus.
 In front side of library, a green
playfield is located.
 The library’s façade is finished
with concrete and wooden fins.
 The ground-plus-two structure
also has two basement levels.
Wooden
fins
Tree
Glass is used for
entering sunlight for
reading space
Concrete made basement
Green playfield covered
with grass
North View of Library
.
Metallic roof

8. Lilavati Lalbhai Library
Eastern Side
Front Side
Brick and Concrete
pavement Stair and
pathway
Covered
drainage hole Neem treeGrass
Glass
Herb
Tree
Concrete surface

9. Faculty of Planning in CEPT University
Neem trees enhancing the
natural beauty surrounding
area of canteen
Rectangular shape area
where grass are grown Concrete made
pathway
Brick wall
Concrete stair
Open air eating area
Delonix regia tree
Concrete basement

10. Faculty of Architecture in CEPT University
 Architect: B.V. Doshi
Parallel brick walls and deep concrete columns structure that recall Corbu's brise-soleil.
It is raised up above the ground the and this space underneath is active and multi-functional,
designed for sun protection and exposure to the breeze.
Doshi elevated the school in response to
India's hot where shade and breezes
create a comfortable environment.
Brick parallel
wall
Concrete Surface
Sandstone
Tree
Stair raised from
the ground
Lighting at night
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11. Architecture Student Corner in CEPT University
Garba circle as well
as seating under the
Neem trees
Brick pavement
Stair made with
sandstone
Architecture dept. building made with
brick and concrete

12. Fab Lab Fabrication Center in CEPT University
Concrete surface
and basement
Wide openings
with wooden
doors
First floor with
glass openings.
R.C.C.
structure
Weather shade made out of metal
shade because Ahmedabad
weather is very hot in summer
Shaded Tree
Wood

13. Entrance of Fab Lab Center in CEPT University
Concrete Wall
and pavementNeem Tree
Rectangular shape area
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14.  The new canteen at Shrenikbhai Plaza
in also designed by Rahul Mehrotra.
 It is a linear structure with an adjacent open air eating
area.
 The first floor is a landscaped ramp up, partly with a
series of wide temple-like steps.
 A veranda connects halls for seminars and discussions.
Canteen at Shrenikbhai Plaza
Neem trees enhancing the
natural beauty surrounding
area of canteen
Metallic chair and benches
Temple-like steps
Bamboo
Glass Wood
Weather shade material roof
Veranda connects halls
R.C.C. structure
Concrete
Concrete
surface

15. Hussain-Doshi Gufa Museum
 It is an underground spaces.
 This Gufa looks like a sculpture of domed shells finished
in dazzling china mosaic.
 One enters the space through a staircase which is partly
hidden, through a circular door and reaches the surreal
cavern like space.
Dazzling china mosaic
Circular Door
Entrance
Neem trees enhancing the
natural beauty surrounding
area of Gufa
Shrubs

16. Hussain-Doshi Gufa Museum
Cave like Undulating Walls made by
Ferrocement.
Domed roof shapes supported by inclined
irregular shaped columns.
Light comes in as shafts through a few
circular openings in the dome.
Spots of light on the floor, from the
circular skylights, change location
according to the time of the day, adding
to the mystery of the space.
Ferrocement
Circular skylights change
location according to the time
of the day, adding to the
mystery of the space. Brick

17.  This area is a combination of paved and unpaved areas and shaded trees.
All entrances are linked to the courtyard by pedestrian pathways.
It is an area of heavy circulation and interaction.
Central Courtyard of CEPT University
Tensile
shade
Garba circle made of
brick under the Neem
trees
Flower pot
Brick paved areas
unpaved areas
Herb
Pedestrian pathways made
of brick and concrete
Brick wall
Stair
Pedestrian pathways made
of brick and concrete

18. Concrete Stair
Metal (Iron) Steps
Herb
Steps of Campus Area
 Step is in fact a external activity hub for students.
 Used for reading, organizing informal discussions, performances or even for
simply lazing around.
Palm plantBrick wall
Neem tree

19. Sculptures in CEPT University
Cow Sculpture
made of metal
Horse Sculpture
made in stone
Animal Sculpture
made in stone
Two bird Sculpture
made in stone
Women Sculpture
made in stone
Statue made in stone

20. • The campus is full of Neem trees, which were planted over the years since the
initial phase makes hot Ahmedabad climate cooler.
• The trees provide a perpetual changing pattern of light and shade.
• There are also small plants within the building and plotted plants at places.
Neem tree
perpetual changing pattern
of light and shade
plotted plant (Palm plant)
Soft Landscape Features of Campus Area

21. Concrete
Dustbin
Brick
Neem Tree that absorb
heat in Ahmedabad
Plastic chair
Seating Areas of CEPT University
Rectangular shape
areas where people
used for seat

22. Pathways Inside Campus Area
There are many interconnecting pathways with brick paving and terracotta
tiling.
Terracotta
tilling
Brick paved road
Palm plant
Palm plant
Undulating surface
covered with grass
Trees which bottom section
are colored with white color
Glass and steel made
window
Trees
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23. Lighting in Campus Area
Brick
Concrete paved
pathway
Herb
LED Light
Bench
Stair that is used
for seating areas
Tree
LED light enlighten the campus area

24. Open Spaces Inside Campus Area
Grass lawn
Neem trees that absorb heat
and make weather cool

25. Biodiversity in Campus Area
North Lawns – Surrounding Area
• This location is commonly known as North Lawn as they face north direction.
• The entry to campus is also located on this side. This particular place has many species
of trees, shrubs, and grass.
• There are huge Neem and Arjuna tree which are habitat to many species like parrot, owl,
kite, myna, etc.
• Also the litter on ground below the trees is not cleared hence many squirrels and Jungle
Babblers are found.

26. Biodiversity in Campus Area