Infrastructure

Informal Learning Spaces - Where learning flows beyond classrooms.

At Brick, education spills into courtyards, under trees, and across bridges. The campus is designed to encourage curiosity, conversation, and creative exchange in every corner. Gyan Kund and Tarangan are among the most loved open spaces; natural amphitheatres that invite spontaneous discussions, outdoor classes, and peer learning sessions. These spaces help dissolve the barrier between faculty and students, creating an atmosphere where ideas breathe freely. Outdoor classes are often held here, turning the campus into a living lab, where context, climate, and culture shape every dialogue.

Counselling Room

For the mind, as much as the mind designs.

Brick believes that emotional well-being is the foundation of creative thinking. The campus houses a dedicated counselling room where students can seek guidance for personal, social, or academic challenges.

Counselling follows a principle of empowerment, helping students identify their own triggers, strengths, and coping mechanisms. It’s a confidential, compassionate space that supports mental health and personal growth.

Common Rooms

Unwind, recharge, reconnect.

Separate common rooms for girls and boys provide space to relax between sessions. Equipped with indoor games like carom, chess, and table tennis, these areas offer a casual environment for students to unwind and build friendships beyond classrooms.

Stationery Shop

Design supplies, right when you need them.

The on-campus stationery shop ensures that students never have to pause their creative flow. From model-making materials to sketch pens and craft tools, everything you need is just a few steps away.

Medical Care

Well-being, on call.

Brick provides first-aid facilities on campus and has an active tie-up with a local hospital for emergencies, ensuring prompt medical attention whenever required.

Universal Design

Inclusive by intention.

Ramps, bridges, and connecting pathways make the campus universally accessible while doubling as lively informal zones. These transitional spaces are where ideas are exchanged, projects are discussed, and everyday campus life unfolds organically and inclusively.

Barrier-Free Campus

S.M.E.F.’s Brick School of Architecture is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible campus that enables all learners to participate fully in academic and campus life. The campus is thoughtfully planned to ensure that individuals with physical disabilities—particularly wheelchair users—can navigate major academic, administrative, and activity spaces with independence and dignity.

Inclusive Design Philosophy

As a discipline, architecture demands sensitivity to spatial, visual, auditory, and experiential aspects of the built environment. While certain disabilities may pose challenges in specific design-based academic tasks, the institute ensures that students with physical disabilities experience an equitable and supportive learning environment through inclusive infrastructure and thoughtful spatial planning.

Campus-Wide Accessibility Features

Barrier-Free Movement

  • Nearly 80% of classrooms, studios, workshops, laboratories, the library, computer lab, and washrooms are interconnected through ramps and barrier-free pathways.
  • The central open space, Muktangan, serves as a vibrant campus hub and is fully accessible for movement, interaction, and events.
  • Both indoor and outdoor teaching areas, including informal learning and seating zones, are wheelchair accessible.
  • Reserved parking spaces are provided for wheelchair users to ensure convenient access.

Inclusive Informal Interaction Spaces

  • Open courtyards, stepped seating, shaded zones, and outdoor classrooms encourage interaction between students and faculty.
  • These spaces are designed to be accessible, allowing wheelchair users to comfortably participate in discussions, collaborative activities, and campus events alongside their peers.

Safe, Comfortable, and Supportive Residential Facilities

SMEF’s BRICK School of Architecture offers thoughtfully designed facilitated hostel accommodations that provide students with a secure, hygienic, and student-friendly living environment. Separate hostels for boys and girls are located within 100 metres of the campus, ensuring easy access, comfort, and consistent residential support throughout the academic journey.

Shraddha Saburi Girls Hostel

Secure and Convenient Accommodation for Female Students

Located just 100 metres from the college campus, the Shraddha Saburi Girls Hostel offers a peaceful, safe, and supportive residential space exclusively for female students. The three-storey hostel building is designed to create a home-like environment that promotes comfort, discipline, and academic focus.

Well-Designed Rooms

Accommodation options include:

All rooms are spacious, well-furnished, and well-ventilated, ensuring a comfortable living experience. With a total capacity of 55-60 students, the hostel encourages community living while maintaining adequate privacy and personal space.

1 BHK units accommodating 4 students

2 BHK units accommodating 6 students

Essential Amenities and Daily Convenience

The girls’ hostel provides:

  • Hygienic mess facility with fresh meals
  • Reliable Wi-Fi connectivity for academic use
  • Purified drinking water
  • Regular housekeeping and maintenance
  • Clean, well-maintained washrooms

These facilities support a healthy lifestyle while enabling students to focus on their studies.

Safety, Security, and Support

Round-the-clock security, attentive wardens, and CCTV surveillance ensure a safe and protected environment at all times. The hostel maintains a disciplined yet friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal residential setting for young learners.

Annapurna Boys Hostel

Comfortable, Home-Like Stay for Male Students

The Annapurna Boys Hostel, also located within 100 metres of the campus, offers male students a secure and comfortable residential environment with essential facilities. Designed to feel like a second home, the hostel allows students to settle in easily and focus on their academic and personal development.

Room Options and Capacity

Accommodation is available in:

Rooms for 2 students

Rooms for 3 students

All rooms are well-ventilated, furnished, and thoughtfully arranged to support a peaceful and productive stay. The hostel accommodates 30-40 students, fostering a close-knit and supportive community.

Home-Style Mess Facility

The boys’ hostel offers a wholesome mess service that includes:

  • Freshly cooked hot dinners
  • Packed lunches provided as college tiffin

The mess prioritises hygiene, nutrition, and quality to ensure students receive balanced meals daily.

Security and Student Well-Being

Dedicated wardens, support staff, and strict safety protocols maintain a secure and disciplined environment. Students are encouraged to live responsibly, respect shared spaces, and build strong interpersonal relationships.

A Home Away From Home

Both Shraddha Saburi Girls Hostel and Annapurna Boys Hostel are committed to providing a balanced residential experience that blends comfort, safety, convenience, and community living. With essential facilities, supportive staff, and a warm atmosphere, the hostels truly serve as a home away from home for students of SMEF’s BRICK School of Architecture.