--- title: "Institutional and Educational Architecture Design by Qutub Mandviwala" description: "I design interactive and sustainable educational spaces across India. See how we use biophilic architecture to create inspiring campuses for schools and universities." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mqa_official/architectural-design/institutional-educational-spaces last_updated: 2025-08-20 --- # Institutional and Educational Architectural Design Tribe Verified · Award-nominated designs for educational institutions. By [Qutub Mandviwala](https://mytribe.in/mqa_official) · Takes projects across India; Visit office in Mahalakshmi, Mumbai · ₹250 per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/mqa_official/architectural-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mqa_official/architectural-design/gallery) Architecture shapes how we learn. My approach focuses on creating interactive, sustainable campuses that integrate nature to inspire students and teachers alike. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This video details the design process for Sage University, from concept to completion. It shows how we shaped the campus to be an environment where knowledge meets form, with every axis and volume designed to inspire learning and reflect purpose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f2bdbee-acf3-4822-b982-578bd6c7b8fc) - ![A view of the Sage University campus in Indore, with its distinctive curved terracotta-clad walls and landscaped entry. The design is carefully integrated with the natural terrain to create a serene learning environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2364ff05-1e4e-4537-a5be-b84dea13b52c) - ![The façade of Sage University, showcasing the rhythmic pattern of windows and the use of terracotta. The building's form and materials were chosen to be both modern and responsive to the local climate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50a4868e-bd48-428a-a70f-60104bef5b45) - ![The main entrance gate of Sage University, designed to be a grand and welcoming statement. The monumental scale and earthy materials set the tone for the entire 12-acre campus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfc6428d-db46-4e79-be67-533266d228dd) - ![A team of architects and engineers on site at the Sage University campus, standing in the amphitheater. This image captures the collaborative effort required to bring such a large-scale institutional project to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e568540c-939f-4fe4-9c29-6ba5f1cc7a16) - ![This school in Chhattisgarh is designed to connect learning with nature. The structure features terraced green roofs and open-air corridors, creating interactive spaces that encourage students to engage with their environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d7f5849-1d4d-4e2a-a342-4c9b68aff6d6) - ![An aerial render of the school in Chhattisgarh, showing the integration of classrooms with outdoor sports courts and green, stepped terraces. The design promotes naturalistic intelligence by making nature an accessible part of the school day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c0af22f-45c9-4696-ad44-24fe32171fe1) - ![A close-up of the stepped green terraces at the Chhattisgarh school. This biophilic design element serves as both an informal learning space and a way to naturally cool the building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7f33daf-a797-4eb6-9db3-0fc776b82ff5) - ![The entrance to the MG Suncity School, another project that emphasizes the connection between education and nature. The design uses a combination of brick, glass, and steel to create a modern yet welcoming institutional building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f44d5c50-0199-4e9d-af2d-7d4ed12987f8) - ![Another view of the school in Chhattisgarh, highlighting the central courtyard and the green, cascading steps. This space is designed to be the heart of the school, a place for interaction and play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fde5c1c9-3700-4d1f-95d3-3889f892d535) - ![I am on site at the school in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, during its early construction phase. This project is deeply important to me, as it embodies my philosophy of incorporating nature and interactive green spaces into educational architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b147c905-3dcd-4687-a449-2b9d22f74bf5) - ![We are proud that our design for the MG Suncity School has been shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival. This collage shows various aspects of the project, from its green stepped terraces to its modern brick façade.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8685aec-e8f6-49b5-addc-a914a2169629) - ![Our MG Suncity School project was featured in Ace Magazine. The article discusses how the design, inspired by the theory of multiple intelligences, provides a transformative learning experience despite land limitations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e17f80fd-c11b-4083-934e-324b9cc029cd) - ![A page from Ace Magazine detailing the architectural strategies for the MG Suncity School. It explains how we maximized north light, used brick as a local material, and designed the building to encourage interaction and collaboration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed655457-735f-47b7-96cd-7273541a0e5e) - ![This feature from Ace Magazine includes the third-floor plan of the MG Suncity School, showing the layout of classrooms around a central open space. The design prioritizes natural light and ventilation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/faf4b271-6b27-4f89-8244-39a8ff665176) - ![A render of the Miner’s Training Academy in Raipur. The design uses interlocking volumes and integrated green spaces to create a modern and professional training environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e220c515-0e44-4582-a9e1-32ba7d32fbe2) - ![The Miner’s Training Academy under construction. This image shows the concrete shell of the building, revealing the complex geometry and structural framework before the façade is applied.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1db627a7-0159-4721-a526-fbe8895b90e5) - ![Another view of the Miner’s Training Academy during construction, with scaffolding covering the façade. This phase is critical for translating the architectural vision from drawings into a physical, three-dimensional reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9447d9e5-178c-4e55-b541-05a794d573b6) - [Video: This video introduces Pune's largest upcoming Health City, a project my team and I designed. Our goal was to create an institution founded on care, compassion, and comfort, with a design that supports community well-being and medical excellence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a1915c9d-e128-46f5-8c03-723041ce5ded) ## About Institutional & Educational Spaces For institutional projects, land scarcity is a common challenge. My strategy involves vertical planning and biophilic integration, such as cascading green terraces and central courtyards, to maximize usable space while ensuring that every corner of the campus promotes movement and curiosity. Educational environments must do more than house classrooms. They should function as silent teachers. When I designed MG Suncity School in Chhattisgarh, we faced specific land constraints. The solution was to build vertically and integrate naturalistic intelligence directly into the structure. We utilized tiered green roofs and open-air corridors, transforming what could have been a static building into a dynamic learning landscape. At Sage University in Indore, the challenge was to create a sense of belonging on a massive 12-acre campus. We used bold, curved forms and terracotta cladding to harmonize with the mountainous terrain. Every volume, from the amphitheater to the entrance gate, is placed to encourage social interaction. I believe in a deeply collaborative process. We coordinate heavily with structural and MEP consultants to ensure these complex, non-linear forms are buildable and cost-effective. Whether it is a school or a university, the goal is always the same: to create a space that fosters collaboration, health, and a lifelong love for learning. We do not just draft plans; we create the framework for future generations. ## About Qutub Mandviwala I am Qutub Mandviwala. To me, schools and universities are places where community comes to life, so I focus on building environments that feel open, safe, and stimulating. I love taking on institutional projects because they allow me to influence how students experience their day, from the natural light in the classroom to the green spaces where they gather. 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