Jainaa Nitin Rathod

CFP004

UAR23084

The CEPT Foundation Programme studio is an introduction for students fresh out of school to the rigor and work habits required by an undergraduate degree at CEPT University. The studio is conceptualized as a series of sequentially planned exercises, through which students develop skills and abilities, which are then deployed to address increasingly complex problems falling in four broad categories: visualize and draw, make and learn, anayse and interpret and conceptualise and represent. The exercises are designed to provide foundational skills for students across disciplines at CEPT, between which they maintain a balance. They also reflect an understanding that at the foundation level, these skills overlap to a large extent, and a varied array is of benefit to all students. The studio is taught through intensive 1–2 week long modules, focusing on a particular skill or ability, and a process that emphasizes ongoing feedback in addition to expert faculty lectures.


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In the sacred ghats of Varanasi, we embarked on a journey to capture the soul of this ancient city through paintings of each of its three ghats - Raja Ghat, Mansarovar Ghat, Pandey Ghat. Throughout the day we immersed ourselves in the vibrant tapestry of life that unfolds along the ghats cap- turing the views of Varanasi. Through these paintings, we invite you to experience the beauty, spirituality and profound sense of community that pulsates through the heart of Varanasi.

This page explores structural principles through an inclined tower built with reed sticks and thread. It documents the tower's construction and testing under load, revealing insights into its strength and stability.

The Joining Elements module focused on designing and constructing a wood and metal model utilizing diverse joinery techniques. This portfolio page presents the ideation process, joinery exploration, prototype development, and the final model showcasing detailed craftsmanship.

This page features the detailed layout of the documented final model, highlighting the precise arrangement and integration of various joinery techniques. The visuals and annotations provide an in-depth look at the craftsmanship and structural elements of the completed design.

Situated amidst the confluence of residential, commerial and rural domains, our study area includes regions of Mithakali Gam, Ashram Road and the Gandhigram Metro station . Divided by a railway track, the landscape exhib- its contrasting characteristics with one side characterized by bustling commercial activities and the other adorned with quaints villages and residential enclaves. Amidst this diversity, a network and unnoticed shrines emerges as a unifying thread, serving as focal points of spiritual solace, heritage and communal cohesion

This page documents and represents the drafted plan of the Gandhi Ashram, including two sections, one elevation, and one wall section. It provides a comprehensive architectural analysis and detailed representation of the ashram's design.

This page showcases the final composition from the Imaginative Drawing module, illustrating a creative and conceptual piece. It highlights the use of various drawing techniques and imaginative elements to convey a unique visual narrative.

This page features the drawings and painted facades of the 83 ghats of Varanasi. These detailed pieces were incorporated into the designed game board, adding a rich visual and cultural element to the game.

This page features the drawings and painted facades of the 83 ghats of Varanasi. These detailed pieces were incorporated into the designed game board, adding a rich visual and cultural element to the game.