Overview
Navya Gurukul reimagines a school as a bridge between heritage and the future, a living ecosystem of learning that celebrates craft, culture, and climate. Set by Pitamber Lake in the historic city of Patan, Gujarat, the project draws inspiration from local artisanship and stepwell architecture, creating a campus that feels both ancient and forward-looking.

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Why it won
The jury was captivated by the project’s sensitivity to context, its strong cultural grounding, and its seamless integration of sustainability with pedagogy.

Highlights

• Connects heritage with a future learning program.
• Deeply rooted in local culture, climate, and materials.
• Turns the school into a living, sustainable ecosystem.
• Strong community integration through shared public spaces.
• Beautiful, buildable, and clearly communicated design vision.

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📄 Navya Gurukul Presentation (PDF)