IIM Kozhikode is located across 111 acres spread across two hills in Kunnamangalam, Kerala. The campus was designed by architect Joseph Allen Stein to reflect the culture and traditions of Kerala through its use of local materials and incorporation of regional architectural styles. Key aspects of the design include orienting all buildings around a central courtyard, connecting walkways, and placement of academic and residential areas on separate hills to preserve privacy. The campus also emphasizes sustainable design through extensive use of rainwater harvesting.

1. IIM KOZHIKODE
- KERALA
SUBMITTED BY ;
01 - B.MEGHA VERNA
04 - G.BHASKAR PRAKASH
10 – K.CHANDINI
18 – G.REVANTH
30 – K.GANESH PRAVEEN
31 – K.BHARDWAJ
32- K.KRISHNA BHARGAVI
36 – P.VAISHNAVI
37 – P.HEMILA

2. INTRODUCTION - • Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is
an autonomous public business school
located in Calicut, Kerala.
• The institute, set up in 1996 by the
Government of India in collaboration with
the State Government of Kerala, is one of the
20 Indian Institutes of Management.

3. ABOUT
ARCHITECT
• ARCHITECT JOSEPH ALLEN STEIN
• Life time - 10th April 1912 – 6th October 2001
• Famous structure – Indian Habitat center
,Express towers
• Awards - Padma shri
• Philosophy – MODERN REGIONALISM – which
means that ‘’the building should reflect the
culture and tradition of its region through its
design and materials ‘’

4. LOCATION DETAILS
• The campus is located in
Kunnamangalam,15km away from
Kozhikode along the national Highway,
NH212 towards Wayanad.
• It is about 30kms from karipur International
Airport.
• Location : Calicut, Kerala, India
• Coordinates: 11.294294°N 75.873642°E
• Campus : 111 acres (0.4 sq km )

5. ABOUT –
• The main campus is located in Kunnamangalam , a sub-urban area of Kozhikode
(previously known as Calicut), Kerala.
• Kozhikode is the second-largest city in Kerala.
• The campus is spread across two hill which are part of the Western Ghats.
• The institute is located in the scenic ambience of approximately 80 acres in Kunnamangalam ,
spread on two hillocks with a valley in between, located amidst the scenic setting of the Western
Ghats.
• The design of the Campus is replicates the preservance of the existing ambience and
incorporates strong architectural traditions of Kerala.

6. CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
• CLIMATE- Tropical humid climate
• ANNUAL RAINFALL- 250 cm to 300 cm
(nearly 70 % of the rainfall is contributed by the
south western monsoon)
• WIND DIRECTION- South West to North East.
• The average annual temperature in Kozhikode is 26.2
°C | 79.2 °F.
• Precipitation here is about 2864 mm | 112.8 inch per
year.
• March is the warmest month of the year.
• The temperature in March averages 28.2 °C | 82.7 °F.
July has the lowest average temperature of the year. It
is 24.9 °C | 76.8 °F.

7. TOPOGRAPHY AND SLOPE ANALYSIS
• The shape of the site is irregular
TYPE OF SOIL :
Laterite soils are Loamy in texture
without
gravelly vesicular nodules.
Laterite soils are red in colour.

8. HYDROLOGY
HYDROLOGY : RAINWATER
HARVESTING
TECHNIQUES
HAVE BEEN
INCORPORATED
INTO DESIGN .
AT THE FOOT OF
THE HILLOCK,
THERE IS A HUGE
POND
OF 1.5 ACRES
DUG ONLY TO
CATCH RAIN
WATER . IT
CATCHES RAIN
FROM AT LEAST
TWO THIRDS OF
ITS WHOLE
CAMPUS.
At the foot of the hillock,
there is a huge pond of 1.5
acres dug only to catch
rain water.

9. VEGETATION –
Athi (Cluster fig tree)
large deciduous tree grows in evergreen forests,
moist places, near streams
Asokam
(Asoka tree)
ARAUKERIA
Thengu (Coconut tree)
state tree of Kerala tall
and branchless
Calicut is a green state having variety of trees. Trees are very useful in various ways where it
provides food, medicine, timber, firewood etc. Ex- Peepal , Ashoka Tree, Neem, West Indian
Medlar, Silk Cotton Tree, Golden Shower Tree, Devil Tree, Sandal Wood, White Palm Tree

10. CAMPUS

11. The entranceto
the campus is
situated at the
base of the hill.
Site is characterized by two hillocks- the academic area and the housing
area are situated on each hill top respectively, thus meeting the needs of
adequate privacy.
Academic Block:
• The administration block
• The classrooms
• The faculty blocks
• The auditoriums
• Library and Computer centre
• Hostels
• Circle of Contemplation
• Centre court
• Housing for the faculty is provided on the residential hillock
Parking area provided at the basement of the library block,
ramp provided to connect the parking lot- according to
the terrain of the site

12. • A distance of 2 km has to be travelled uphill to reach the
campus.
• A winding road from the entrance, takes one up to the top of
the academic block.
• Orientation of all the academic buildings towards a
central open court there by providing a sense of unity.

13. THE BUILDING AND SITE - COURTYARDS ANDEXTERIOR
.
SPACES - THE CENTRAL COURT:
The core feature: All the buildings are oriented to a central court - typical “naalukettu” of Kerala’s
traditional architecture giving a sense of unity
The buildings are connected by walkways which defines this central green oasis.
This central area holds an open air theatre
The remaining surface is articulated by paved portions thereby giving a sense of scale and
directing to the various buildings around.
THE CIRCLE OF CONTEMPLATION:
A circular green area is located in
the front facing the entrance of the academic
block. It is covered by pergola along the sides
with vegetation growing on it.
VANTAGE POINT - It is a viewpoint from where
an unobstructed view of the Western Ghats can
be perceived.
The watchtower stands out as
one turns the corner at the final
approach to the summit

14. VIEW- The entrance area of the main building is
approached by winding roads. The building will
be visible only when one reaches the top creating
a sense of surprise.
FOCAL POINT- The high watch tower stands as
the focal point, it acts as a sculpture and has no
relevance to the character of the building and the
institution.
Elements of traditional
architecture of Kerala reflected in the
buildings- sloping roof and Mangalore
tiles.
Interesting play of built & open spaces
gives a feel of the building interacting
with the nature
Use of locally available materials –
exposed stone work, tiles used for
pavements.

15. CIRCULATION
CAMPUS CIRCULATION-
• Approach by winding roads
• Roads run only on the
periphery of the campus
• Internal circulation made
by
pedestrian paths
• There are covered
walkways connecting
each block.
Covered Pedestrian Paths- major
element that connects the building
blocks together.

16. A Short Description of Trees
Tree Name Description
Acacia
Almond
Arayal
Arecanut
Asoka
Cashew
Fig
Goose berry
Gulmohar
Jackfruit
Jamun
Kanikonna
Earleaf Acacia. Origin is Australia. Usedfor landscaping
Almond oil is extracted from the seed
Considered sacredby the followers of Hinduism,Jainism and Buddhism
Grows in tropical Asia & parts of EastAfrica. Betel nut is often chewed
wrapped in betel leaves
Holy tree of Indians having medicinal values
Tropical evergreenproducing cashew nut and cashew apple
Bears fig fruit. Leavesare used for fodder
Fruits are rich in vitamin ‘C’ and having antiviral & antimicrobial property
Flowering tree. Known as flame of the forest
Popular fruit item in tropical regions of India
Evergreen tropical tree. Bearsfruit tasting sweet &lowering blood glucose
Golden shower tree. National tree of Thailand and state flower of
Kerala Usedin herbal medicines
Malayan apple National fruit of Cuba
Manimaruthu
Mantharam
Oongu
Peral
Teak
Small medium tree bearing white/ purple flowers during summer season.
Also called Pride of India
Flowering tree. Also known as Camel foot plant
Evergreen plant with cooling effect
National tree of India. Largest tree of the world by canopy coverage
Durable & water resistant hard wood for industrial purposes
Location
No.
Description/
Attractions
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Campus walk starting point (MDC parking area entrance)
Downhill view
Rubber trees
Mantharam (Bauhinia acuminate)tree - (Opposite to Milma Parlour)
Jack fruit, Malayan apple (Syzygium malaccense), Manimaruthu(Largerstroemia
reginae),Almond (Terminalia catappa), Gulmohar (Delonix regia), Peral (Ficus
benghalensis), Mango, Kanikonna (Casia fistula)trees (Infront of Commercial
Plaza & Near Milma Parlour)
Peral(Ficus benghalensis) tree and Children’s Park 1 (‘T’ Junction). Nice
downhill view point (IIMK pond, Play ground and Kunnamangalam town)
Gooseberry trees (‘H’ Junction). Also, nice downhill view point (IIMK pond,
Play ground and Kunnamangalam town)
Children’s Park 2
Acacia(Acacia auriculiformis) groove (Opposite to children’s park 2 and
Apartment block II)
Hill Top(sereneatmosphere with sun rise & sunset view; Cashew &
Gooseberry trees garden, Sandal wood trees, Kunnamangalam town view,
Academic hill view, Birdwatch)
Guest house I (On the wayGuava, Custard apple, Irrumbanpuli (Averrhoa
bilimbi), Jackfruit trees. Good place to watch birds early in the morning.
Jamia Markazu Ssaquafathi Ssunniya, the leading academic and charitable
organization in India is visible from this location)
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12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
Acaciagroove (after Guest House 2 & Director’s Bungalow)
Thick forest vegetation and Birdwatch area (opposite to quarter no. A6A)
Acacia groove (adjacent to quarter no. C5B)
Thick forest vegetation (curve leading to second gate)
Banyan (Ficus religiosa)and Malayan appletrees (curve after children’s park 1)
Fig, Almond,Peral (Ficus benghalensis),Mango, Mantharam, Manimaruthu
& Asoka (Saraca ashoca)trees (Front of Apartment block I)
Rainwater catchment area for pond and thick forest vegetation (Left of road
after Apartment block I)
Manimaruthutree lane and Naaval/Jamun (Syzygium cumini)trees
Teak(Tectona grandis) tree plantation
Gooseberrytrees(on both sidesof the road)
Areca nut plantation and rain water catchment area for IIMK pond with thick
forest vegetation
Rainwater harvesting Pond 1
Oongu (Pongamia pinnata)trees (on left side of the road along the play
ground)
Rainwater harvesting Pond 2
Rainwater catchment area for IIMK pond with thick forest vegetation
Beautiful downhill view (Roadleading to hostels)
Arjuna statue, Waterfall, Circle of contemplation (CampusWalk ends)
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2
26
27
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3
4
4
15
5
6
7
6
16
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19
20
21
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23
24
25
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11
13
14
CAMPUS WALKING TRAIL MAP
Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
Short Tour (Locations 0 to 14 and returning back to
MDC parking area entrance)
Long Tour (Locations 0 to 27)
22
Residential Hill
Main Gate
12
Academic Hill

17. The planning is responsive to the
topographical character of the site
The scale, proportion, and form of the
buildings project the expected grandeur
of a management campus.
LIBRARY
ROAD
ENTRANCE
PLAZA
ENTRANCE
TOWER
ROAD
ROAD

19. PARTS OF LANDSCAPE
LANDSCAPE FABRIC - It defines and describes a range of qualities that are considered desirable in such
as mystery , diversity etc.
Diversity
in
planning
Mystery in
paths
Walkways connecting various
blocks-
creating a feel of creativeness
SPACES - Spaces are considered the primary means by which landscape are
organised ,understood, used and experienced.
Majestic
view

20. FOCI - It refers to differentiated , contrasting or isolated forms or places in the landscape that posses
cultural ,social , practical functions because of their visual distinction.
PATHS - Like space paths are also considered primary design forms that influence the use and
experience of landscape.

21. INFERENCES
• The panoramic view from the hilltop is a visual delight and
conducive for learning and contemplation.
• The topographical character of the site has been instrumental in
determining the location of the academic and residential area.
• They each occupy the summits of the two hillocks.
• Spread on two hills with the buildings blending in the lush
greenery with a mix of traditional Kerala style ethnic
architecture with modern amenities
• The design incudes the water management by using techniques like rain
water harvesting ,creation of ponds for rain water and retained some of
the older gullies which acted as STORM WATER DRAINAGE .

22. • Integration of indoor and outdoor spaces in the campus
• Some times there is tendency to lose a sense of unity or lose track
of direction but architect has carefully and efficiently incorporated
various entities in the site
• The vernacular elements have been refined according to the
context never failing to provide the required level of modern
amenities.
• Because of the terrain, there is a play of level differences
• In spite of large amount of trees and vegetation their is a variety of
beautiful and aesthetic plants and trees
• All the buildings are oriented to a central court - typical “naalukettu”
of Kerala’s traditional architecture giving a sense of unity