INTERNATIONAL STANDARD HOTEL AT MUJGUNNI, KHULNA

By

Farzana Rahman
17108023

A thesis submitted to the Department of Architecture

in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
Bachelor of Architecture

Department of Architecture
Brac University
September, 2022

© 2020. Brac University

All rights reserved.

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Declaration

It is hereby declared that

1. The thesis submitted is my/our own original work while completing degree at Brac University.

2. The thesis does not contain material previously published or written by a third party, except

where this is appropriately cited through full and accurate referencing.

3. The thesis does not contain material which has been accepted, or submitted, for any other

degree or diploma at a university or other institution.

4. I/We have acknowledged all main sources of help.

Student’s Full Name & Signature:

Farzana Rahman
17108023

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Approval

The thesis/project titled “International standard hotel at Mujgunni, Khulna”

Submitted by
[Farzana Rahman (17108023)]
Of Spring, 2022 has been accepted as satisfactory in partial fulfillment of the requirement for
the Bachelor of Architecture degree on 22.09.2022.

Examining Committee:

Supervisor:
Iftekhar Ahmed, PhD
Senior Professor,
Department of Architecture

Mohammad Faruk, PhD

Senior Professor and Dean,
Department of Architecture

Departmental Chairperson:
Zainab Faruqui Ali, PhD
Professor and Chairperson,
Department of Architecture

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Abstract

Hotel is the place where tourism and hospitality hold a very significant position by
providing the guests their best experience with proper comfort and accommodations. An
important tourist attraction area like Khulna division needs more accommodation
opportunities for the tourists from all over the world. Mujgunni is located at the heart of
Khulna division, making it more convenient for the users to access all the nearby tourist
attractions within the district including historical places, heritage sites, amusement park
and other recreational zones. Moreover, Sheikh Abu Naser stadium, the only stadium of
Khulna division is located at the district of Mujgunni which is a great potential for the
tourists to come over. So, BPC decided to take in a project of five star hotel with
international standard facilities for the users, right beside the stadium. The main goal of
this project would be to provide proper facilities with comfort and luxury to all kind of
tourists and also this project would provide all kind of commercial, business and
recreational facilities according to the demands of the local people of that area. Lastly, this
project has great potential to invite the significant natural ambience of Mujgunni to provide
the guests an amazing experience with appropriate privacy and comfort.

Keywords: Five-star standard hotel, Mujgunni, SK Abu Naser stadium, Bangladesh

Parjatan Corporation

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Acknowledgement

I would like to begin by expressing my deepest appreciation to my family for supporting me

throughout the whole journey. My sincerest gratitude to Professor Naim Kibria for inspiring and
helping me in all the stages of this project. I would also like to thank my instructors Abul Fazal
Mahmudun Nobi and Saad Mohammad Kaikobad for all the guidance and motivation.
Secondly, my partner Shanjid Alam, who was there throughout the whole thesis process with his
selfless support. Special thanks to BPC office for the all the necessary information they provided.
I truly appreciate all the supervision and drive that I have received from my seniors, wellwishers
and that has helped me in my journey significantly. This project would not have been
accomplished without the culminated support of you all.
Finally, I would like to acknowledge my juniors and my friends who has helped me till the very
end. Without their love and support, this project would not have been content.

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Table of Contents

Declaration 2

Approval 3

Abstract 4

Acknowledgement 5

Table of Contents 6-8

List of Tables 9

List of Figures 10-13

Chapter 1: Introduction 14-17

1.1 Introduction to the Project 14

1.2 Aim and Objectives of the Project 15

1.3 Project Summary 15-16

1.4 Project Rationale 17

Chapter 2: Literature Review 18-23

2.1 Importance of tourism 18-19

2.2 Tourism in Bangladesh 20-21

2.3 Current scenario of tourism in Bangladesh 21-23

Chapter 3: Site Appraisal 24-33

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 3.1 Site Surroundings 24

3.2 Historical Development of the Site 25

3.3 Geographical Characteristics of the Site 26

3.4 Land-use Pattern of the Surroundings 27-29

3.5 Accessibility and Connectivity 30

3.6 Climatic Conditions 31

3.7 Landscape 32

3.8 Images of Existing Site Condition 33

Chapter 4: Case Study Appraisal 34-50

4.1 PARKROYAL Collection Pickering 34-42

4.2 Aria Hotel 43-50

Chapter 5: Program Appraisal 51-55

5.1 Program Types 51

5.2 Proposed program list from client 52

5.3 Program Rationale 52

5.4 Administrative Programs 53

5.5 Accommodations 54

5.6 Facilities and Amenities 55

5.7 Service and core 55

Chapter 6: Design Considerations 56-57

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 6.1 Design concept 56

6.2 Form Derivation 57

Chapter 7: Architectural Drawings 58-65

7.1 Floor Plans 58-62

7.2 Axonometric View 63

7.3 Sections 64

7.4 Elevations 65

Chapter 8: Rendered and Model images 65-67

Chapter 9: Conclusion 68

References 69

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List of Tables

Table 1: List of several significant places in and around the site of the proposed BPC Hotel along

with their distance from the site 29

Table 2: Overview of proposed program by the client 52

Table 3: Administrative programs 53

Table 4: Types of accommodation 54

Table 2: Functions of dining facilities 54

Table 2: Functions of recreational facilities 55

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List of Figures

Figure 1: Countries Earning Most from Tourism 19

Figure 2: Image of tourists walking inside the Sundarbans 20

Figure 3: Visitor arrivals growth of Bangladesh 21

Figure 4: Contribution of travel and tourism to GDP 22

Figure 5: Map locating Mujgunni from the Khulna city map 24

Figure 6: Map showing location of the Site 25

Figure 7: Map showing existing buildings of the Site 25

Figure 8: Map showing some historical places 26

Figure 9: Some geographic characteristics of the site 27

Figure 10: Land use pattern map 28

Figure 11: Accessibility and connectivity map 30

Figure 12: Map showing sun and wind diagram of the site 31

Figure 13: Map showing landscapes of the site 32

Figure 14: Surrounding landscapes of the site 32

Figure 15: Existing condition of the site 33

Figure 16: Closer satellite view of the site 33

Figure 17: Hotel Parkroyal Collection Pickering, Singapore 34

Figure 18: 14th floor plan showing north facing guest rooms 35

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Figure 19: Section diagram showing skygardens 35

Figure 20: Diagram showing the form derivation of the project 36

Figure 21: Horizontal and vertical circulations of the building 37

Figure 22: Vertical circulations of the project 37

Figure 23: Horizontal circulations of the project 38

Figure 24: Site planning of the project 39

Figure 25: Sky gardens of the project 39

Figure 26: Elevation of the project showing the greeneries 39

Figure 27: The way of going to the parking 40

Figure 28: Surface parking and drop off zone of the building 40

Figure 29: Utility planning of the building 41

Figure 30: A sketch of the extensive greeneries. 42

Figure 31: A sketch of the exterior of the hotel on the ground floor 42

Figure 32: Aria Hotel, Nashik, India 43

Figure 33: Visual impression of the hotel with views and environmental considerations 44

Figure 34: Schematic section of the hotel with views and environmental considerations 44

Figure 35: Form derivation of the hotel verandas 45

Figure 36: Section showing the facilities of the hotel 46

Figure 37: Diagram showing horizontal and vertical circulations of the hotel 46

Figure 38: Diagram showing horizontal and vertical circulations of the hotel 47

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Figure 39: Diagram showing site planning and landscaping of the hotel 48

Figure 40: Diagram showing parking details of the hotel 48

Figure 41: Courtyard of the hotel 49

Figure 42: Conceptual sketch of the hotel 49

Figure 43: Design detailing of the hotel 50

Figure 44: Maps o Mujgunni district 56

Figure 45: Conceptual sketches 56

Figure 46: Form derivation 57

Figure 47: Ground floor plan 58

Figure 48: First floor plan 59

Figure 49: Second floor plan 59

Figure 50: Third floor plan 60

Figure 51: Sky lounge plan 60

Figure 52: Typical room layout 61

Figure 53: Family suite layout 61

Figure 54: Basement 1 layout 62

Figure 55: Basement 2 layout 62

Figure 56: Exploded axonometric view 63

Figure 57: Section AA’ 64

Figure 58: Sectional perspective 64

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Figure 59: Elevations 65

Figure 60: Rendered perspective views 65

Figure 61: Rendered perspective views 66

Figure 62: Model image 67

Figure 63: Model image 68

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Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Introduction to the Project

Bangladesh has taken various initiatives to improve its tourism potential, with a vision of

becoming an important tourist destination in South East Asia. Other than initiatives like

development of international standard tourism products, encouragement of Public Private

Partnership (PPP) in tourism etc. the government is already on the move to augment physical

infrastructure. This will facilitate a better platform of inclusive development for Khulna

division. Khulna is one of the major cities in the country with significant economic activities

as well as the country’s port city that has been expanding rapidly in terms of industrial and

other commercial aspects. In Khulna, there are many monuments from Hindu, Buddhist and

Muslim periods, which are the main tourist attractions. Also, Sundarbans is one of the best,

one of the most attractive and fascinating places for the travelers from around the world,

along the local people from Bangladesh. A large number of foreigners come to Bangladesh

every year to visit the unique mangrove forest. Moreover, the Sheikh Abu Naser Stadium is

also in Khulna. This ground which can hold 15,000 people will be the venue for many

international games. A lot of tourists will come during those games. With the increasing

tourism and commercial activities as well as increasing purchasing power of the people, it is

expected that tourism facilities such as standard quality hotel facilities would be in demand.

However, Khulna has comparatively limited quality hotel facilities. Despite being one of the

largest cities of Bangladesh, Khulna only has 2-3 standard hotels. Bangladesh Parjatan

Corporation (BPC) is focusing on the development of International standard hotel at Khulna

division with a view to increase the tourism growth.

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1.2 Aim and Objectives of the Project

If there are more tourism industry, it can bring about a real sense of pride and identity to the

country. In addition, the country’s economy can reach to a greater height with more tourist

accommodation sector.

 The main aim is to introduce Bangladesh globally as a top tourist destination and develop

its tourism prospects and facilities.

 To establish tourism infrastructure in Bangladesh.

 To develop, expand and promote tourism business.

 To publish tourism publications.

 Tourism industry can create new job opportunities in this sector.

 It will create a platform for everyone to learn more about the heritage and promote

ecological awareness.

 Create an eco-friendly design.

1.3 Project Summary

Name of the Project: International Standard Hotel at Mujgunni, Khulna

Implementer of the Project: Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation

Location: Mujgunni, Khulna

Site Area: 4.67 acres

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The key components of the project site can be cited as follows:

 Main Hotel Building

 Services

 Souvenir shops

 Restaurants

 Office

 Conference room

 Multipurpose Hall or Party Centre

 Cinema

 Banquet Hall

 Bar

 Dining

 Indoor game

 Gymnasium

 Spa

 Swimming pool

 Juice bar

 Hotel rooms and suites

 Car parking

Proposed built up area with these facilities would be approximately 99,646 sft.

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1.4 Project Rationale

The project site is located in Mujgunni, Khulna and the project is initiated by Bangladesh

Parjatan Corporation. Mujgunni is the district which is located at the heart of Khulna division.

So, the site is more or less in the center of all the tourist attraction spots of Khulna. Also, the

location of the site is 2 minutes of walking distance from SK Abu Naser stadium and adjacent to

Mujgunni Bus stand. This makes it more interactive site than any other. These are the reasons

behind Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation choosing the site of the Five Star Hotel.

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Chapter 2: Literature Review

2.1 Importance of tourism:

Tourism is a major force in any economy in the world; it is one sector of the economy that has a

global importance. In this world of globalization where change is constant, tourism tends to

improve the economy of the third world countries and also have an impact upon the host

community. Tourism is the largest and fastest growing industry in the world. International

organizations support tourism for its contribution to world peace, poverty alleviation and also

intermingling of people and culture. (Eruotor, 2014)

There are many benefits in this sector. These are the economic, socio-cultural and environmental

key benefits of tourism. (Roy, 2015)

a) Economic benefit: Tourism offers direct jobs of tour guides and hotel housekeeping to

the community.

b) Socio-cultural benefit: Tourism can bring about a real sense of pride and identity

to communities. It allows them to look at their history and community identity.

c) Environmental benefit: Tourism helps in contributing environmental protection and

conservation by raising awareness of environmental values.

In time, tourism and touristic services has experienced constant evolution and extending

diversification to become one of the fastest increasing economic sectors from the world.

(Dinu, 2013)

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International tourism has both incoming and outgoing implications on a country's balance of

payments. It helps generate a significant amount of revenue for each country whether it is

domestic travelling or international travelling. This is because no matter where the person is

travelling, one needs to buy tickets, book cabs, does shopping etcetera. Revenue is generated

through this, as well as employment opportunity.

Figure 1: Countries Earning Most from Tourism, mapsofworld, viewed 22nd December, 2016

Apart from this, tourism helps in understanding various cultural, geographical and historical

facts about each country. It opens a new window to the traveler’s world and enables in

broadening one’s horizon.

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It is very well known that tourism is a strategic economic activity for any state and its

importance in national economies is growing worldwide. Being constituted by a wide range of

products and destinations and involves both the public and private sectors, tourism has great

potential for contributing to several of the major objectives of countries, such as economic

growth, sustainable development, employment labor and economic and social cohesion.

2.2 Tourism in Bangladesh:

There is a phenomenon of literature and studies that show the positive a thriving tourism sector

can have a positive impact on economic growth and developments of countries. Bangladesh is

blessed with natural beauty, ranging from mountains to rivers to beaches to bio-diversity. It has

the longest natural beach in the world in Cox’s Bazaar as well as the largest mangrove forest in

the world at the Sundarbans. Despite this, the industry is far from thriving, and only in recent

years, the government seems to have recognized the industry may hold if provided with

necessary support.

Figure 2: Tourists walking inside the Sundarbans, Source: alamy.com, 14 September, 2010.

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Bangladesh is a country that has many natural resources as tourist attractions. These include

archaeological sites, historical mosques and monuments, eco-friendly, beaches, forests and,

wildlife of various species. Bangladesh offers plentiful opportunities to tourists for fishing, water

skiing, river cruising, hiking, rowing, yachting, and sea bathing. In 2011, Lonely Planet (a large

travel guide book publisher) ranked Bangladesh as the best value destination for the said year.

2.3 Current scenario of tourism in Bangladesh:

Bangladesh tourism sector has experienced growth in recent years, particularly in the last

decade. However, the growth pattern has been erratic implying unstructured development and

perhaps also the lack of proper planning from the government. The number of tourists has grown

from

113.2 million in 1995 to 303.4 million in 2010 with years in between experiencing higher tourist

traffic. (Khondkar and Ahsan, 2015)

Gradually, the importance of Bangladesh is increasing among foreigners as a charming tourist

attraction place. There are many opportunities in the country and many notable tourist

attraction locations in Bangladesh. Government of Bangladesh launched an act of “Protected

areas of tourism and special tourism zone (Kabir et al., 2012).

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Figure 3: Visitor arrivals growth of Bangladesh, Source: www.ceidata.com, 2020

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Bangladesh Government reformed the National Tourism policy in 2010. The goal of this policy

swas to increase employment, ensure economic development, environmental purity and

sustainability. (Siraj, 2009).

The Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation classifies tourism into six different types: Tourism,

Business, Office, Study, Religion, Service and another purpose. According to statistics reported

by Bangladesh Tourism Board, in 2009 majority of tourists came to Bangladesh for tourism

purpose (i.e. 46%) which was closely followed by business tourism (i.e. 41.8%). In addition to

these two types of tourism, another popular type is religious tourism (i.e. 3.4%), where the

religious visitors come to visit the religious sites or events in Bangladesh.

According to World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) report (2014), the total contribution of

travel and tourism was 4.4% of GDP in 2013 and is expected to grow 7.9% to 4.5% of GDP in

2014. It is forecasted to rise by 6.5% per annum to 4.7% of GDP by 2024. Notable that, total

contribution consists of direct, indirect and induced contribution.

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Figure 4: contribution of travel and tourism to GDP

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Tourism is one of the profitable sectors in Bangladesh (Elena et al., 2012). In 2011, Lonely

Planet (a large travel guide book publisher) has called Bangladesh one of their 'best value

destinations' that are hardly explored by tourists and backpackers.

According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, travel and tourism accounts for 8% of the

world's jobs and has the highest potential for growth of any industry. Bangladesh is full of

natural attractions - rivers, beaches, historical and cultural sites, religious places, hills, forests,

waterfalls, tea gardens surround our entire country. The Sundarbans, Bagerhaat Mosque and

Somapura Mahavihara in Paharpur are three world heritage locations of Bangladesh among

1007 other tourist destinations of the country. Bangladesh is the country in the region that have

the least arrivals and revenue earned from tourism industry (Pennington and Thomsen, 2010).

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Chapter 3: Site Appraisal

Project Name: International Standard Hotel

Location: Mujgunni, Khulna

Client: Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation

Site area: 4.67 Acres

The site for the project is situated at Mujgunni along the Jessore-Khulna Highway in the Khulna

city and in between two important city centers of Shibbari Mor and Doulatpur. Khulna is the

third largest city in Bangladesh. It is also a place full of tourist attraction. From the demand of

more tourism facilities in Khulna, this project can bring a real sense of pride and identity to

Khulna city.

Khulna
Mujgunni

Figure 5: Map locating Mujgunni from the Khulna city map, Source: Author.

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3.1 Site surroundings:

1. Centrally located site.

2. Right beside Jessore-Khulna Highway.

3. Closed to Sk. Abu Naser Stadium.

1

3
Appropriate location for an international 5

star standard hotel which is supported by

0 100 200 400
the site forces.

Figure 6: Map showing location of the Site, Source: Author.

4. Low rise housings to the north-west.

5. Mixed use buildings to the south-east.

4
5
4

Surrounded area has no uniform

character. The development will create

0100200 400
its own identity.

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Figure 7: Map showing existing buildings of the Site, Source: Author.

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3.2 Historical development of the site:

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Figure 8: Map showing some historical places, Source: Author.

6. Mujgunni Park Lake: Mujgunni Park Lake is situated in Mujgunni, Khulna. It is one of the

historical landmark and tourist attraction of Mujgunni, which is to the North-West side of the

proposed site.

7. KPI Shaheed Minar: Another historical landmark to the South-East side of the proposed site is

KPI Shaheed Minar.

8. SK Abu Naser Stadium: This landmark is situated to the South side of the site.

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3.3 Geographical Characteristics of the Site:

Neighborhood:

Workers

Local people

Transportation:

Main road
Route

Ground:

Soft lawn surface

Vegetation and water:

Pond and Puddles

Trees

Figure 9: Some geographic characteristics of the site, Source: Author.

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3.4 Land-use Pattern of the Surroundings:

Some usable facilities in a walking

distance from the site:

 A gas station is nearby

 Two mosques are in walking

distance.

 Bus stop is right beside the site.

 Some restaurants are nearby.

Adequate facilities for the tourists are

available nearby the site.

0100 200 400

Walkable distance Gas station Primary school Restaurant

Bus stop Commercial building
Mosque

Figure 10: Land use pattern map, Source: Author.

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Table: List of several significant places in and around the site of the proposed BPC Hotel along with their distance

from the site, Source: BPC.

Name of the Physical Feature Distance from Proposed Project

Site (m)

Divisional Govt. Public Library 976

Sheikh Abu Naaser Specialized Hospital 1024

Additional DIG Office, Tourist Police 1044

Divisional Passport and Visa Office 1368

Navy Ghat 1733

Fire Service and Civil Defense 1954

Khulna Medical College Hospital 2131

K.D.A New Market 2857

Baytunnur Jame Mosque Complex 2956

Shibbari Circle 3206

There are no archeological sites in the immediate vicinity of the proposed project site. World

Heritage site Shat Gombuj Mosque is 27 km away from the proposed site.

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3.5 Accessibility and Connectivity:

4
4

3
3

2 1
2 1

Figure 11: Accessibility and connectivity map, Source: Author.

1. Site lies close to the Dhaka-Khulna-Jessore Highway with easy access for the tourists.

2. Site is right beside Mujgnni main road with easy access to town center and regional road

network.

3. Secondary roads connected to the neighborhoods from the site.

4. Some tertiary roads for pedestrian walks.

5. Site is 1 minute walk distance from the bus stop.

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3.6 Climatic Conditions:

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Figure 12: Map showing sun and wind diagram of the site, Source: Author.

Bangladesh is located at the central part within the Asiatic monsoon region where the climate is
tropical. Khulna is hot most of the time year round. In the wet season it is oppressive and
overcast and in the dry season is humid and mostly clear. The temperature of Khulna varies from
57°F to 94°F and is rarely below 52°F or above 100°F. So, the climatic condition of the site is
more or less same as the weather of Khulna city. In summer, the prevailing wind comes from
south and south-east. Also the water bodies helps to bring cool wind from the south. The winter
wind comes from the north in winter season.
The best times of year to visit Khulna for hot-weather activities are from late February to early
April and from late October to mid November.

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3.7 Landscape:

1. The site has several mature trees

within the boundary.

2. The site is surrounded by so

many green spaces and mature

trees.
1

3. Several water bodies are also

3

2 present inside and outside of the

3 site area.

0100 200 400

Figure 13: Map showing landscapes of the site, Source:

Figure 14: Surrounding landscapes of the site, Source: Google street view.

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3.8 Images of Existing Site Condition:

Figure 15: Existing condition of the site, Source: BPC.

Figure 16: Closer satellite view of the site, Source: BPC.

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Chapter 4: Case Study Appraisal

4.1 PARKROYAL Collection Pickering:

Parkroyal collection Pickering is a luxury hotel, situated in the central area of Singapore which

is formerly known as Parkroyal on Pickering. A Singaporean architectural firm named WOHA

has designed the building with the features of extensive greenery along with green walls and

water features.

Figure 17: Hotel Parkroyal Collection Pickering, Singapore. Source: Google.

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4.1.1 Environment and micro-climate:

The PARKROYAL on Pickering is located on the western side of the central business district,

between Hong Lim Park and Chinatown's HDB apartment towers, and overlooks the old

shophouse neighborhood between the park and the Singapore River. The PARKROYAL on

Pickering was designed as a hotel-as-garden that would double the green-growing potential of its

site. As a result, the development has adapted to a wide range of surroundings, established public

links between different zones, and the architects made a grand (and green) urban gesture because

the building would be so prominent. On an E design, a twelve-story tower sits on a five-story

Legend:
Sky garden Guest rooms Service
View

Figure 18: 14th floor plan showing north facing guest rooms, Source: Archdaily, edited by author .

1. Sky gardens after every four floors of the

building, in front of the guest rooms

2. The open verandah on the 5th floor

3. Five storied podium of the building

Figure 19: Section diagram showing skygardens, Source: Archdaily, edited by author.

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podium, with all guest rooms facing north toward the park and the sky gardens, and services and

external connecting corridors on the southern elevation.

4.1.2 Form and Function:

Form derivation of the project:

1. As the site is linear, a rectangular linear form

1
was being created.

2. The linear rectangle form was divided to

create different buildings for the office space

2
and the hotel. The square form is the office

space and the rectangular form was decided for

the hotel.

3
3. The form decided for the hotel was

subtracted from both side to make the guest

rooms with proper view and to penetrate natural

light inside.

4. Finally the subtracted spaces was filled with

some organic slabs to create skygardens in

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 order

to give the urban area a sense of natural space.

Figure 20: Diagram showing the form derivation of the project, Source: Author.

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4.1.3 Horizontal and vertical circulation:

The circulation of the building is organized in both horizontal and vertical ways. The horizontal

circulation is wide enough and double height space which leads everyone to their right

destination. Also, the main vertical circulation is in the center of the building and in between

1 2 3

Vertical circulation
Horizontal circulation

Figure 21: Horizontal and vertical circulations of the building, Source: Edited by author.

1. The core of the office building is in the center of the building which is the
vertical circulation of the space.

2. Vertical circulations of the hotel building including the service lifts and fire stairs are
placed within a specific distance and it is well organized as well.

Figure 22: Vertical circulations of the project, Source: Pinterest

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3. Horizontal circulation of the building, the lobby spaces and corridors are directional and
well connected.

Figure 23: Horizontal circulations of the project, Source: Pinterest

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 4.1.4 Site Planning and Landscape detailing:

The WOHA architects believes in green city which they applied on the PARKROYAL on Pickering

project. Considering the site on the center of the city, the PARKROYAL on Pickering was planned as a

hotel-as-garden to increase the site's green-growing potential.

Figure 24: Site planning of the project, Source: Pinterest

Adorned by frangipani and palm

trees and covered with tropical

flora, curving sky-gardens are

cantilevered at every fourth floor

between the blocks of guest rooms.

Figure 25: Sky gardens of the project, Source: Pinterest

The hotel's trees and gardens

appear to blend with those of the

neighboring park as one continuous

sweep of urban parkland, while the

hotel's trees and gardens appear to

Figure 26: Elevation of the project showing the greeneries, Source: Pinterest
merge with those of the adjoining

park as one continuous sweep of

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urban parkland.

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4.1.5 Parking details and standards:

There are in total 270 spaces for cars and 300 spaces for bicycle. The parking is on the 1st floor

of the office building with an automatic charging point for every vehicles. The parking is used

for the office employees and guests of the hotel both.

Figure 27: The way of going to the parking, Source: Google

Figure 28: Surface parking and drop off zone of the building, Source: Google

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4.1.6 Utility planning:
Renewable Energy Implementation:

Solar panels:

A stunning hotel-in-a-garden concept with energy

saving elements were incorporated with the building.

1. Sunlight fells on the solar panels.

2. Inverter converts the DC into

alternating electricity.

3. The excess electricity automatically

sent to the utility company when in

Figure 29: Utility planning of the building, Source: Google

4. Solar energy system produce very high quality electricity that reduces the chance of
power fluctuations that could damage electrical equipment.

5. Utility power is continuously provided at night as well as during the day when it demands.

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4.1.8 Design detailing:

The architecture is organic at its core, but the fluid form serves a higher purpose. The increasing vistas,

the scenes above the ground floor's external and internal regions (and the fifth floor public area). The

allusions and geometry are more nuanced and complicated. The sinuous bands of fluted concrete run

uninterrupted along the length and breadth of the platform, oblivious to the boundaries between external

and interior.

A natural passive design element on Park Royal on Pickering protects the structure from the sun. The

building has elements that shade parts of itself from the sun, but the surrounding environment also plays a

role in sun shading. Park Royal has sun-shading elements on its own.

It has managed to include the use of:

-The hotel's overall design incorporates a lot of

vegetation and natural lighting. The greenery on the

hotel's floors serves to shade the guests from the sun. It

serves to block some of the sunshine that enters the hotel

rooms' walkway. These would give the walkway a bright

Figure 30: A sketch of the extensive greeneries. but shady appearance.

-The greenery absorbs the sunlight and delivers extra

oxygen to the hotel's guests along the promenade.

Planting greenery along the walking corridor creates a

cooler environment.

Figure 31: A sketch of the exterior of the hotel

on the ground floor.

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4.2 Aria Hotel:

Sanjay Puri Architects, based in Mumbai, has designed the Aria Hotel, which is located in Nashik,

Maharashtra's northern region in India. The hotel, which is located on the banks of the Godavari River,

was constructed with sustainability in mind, including the use of local materials, energy efficiency, and

more, to provide guests with environmentally friendly accommodations.

Figure 32: Aria Hotel, Nashik, India. Source: Archdaily.

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4.2.1 Environment and micro-climate:

The hotel's location is softly curved, rising 9 meters to the south and ending at the lowest point in the

north. The north confronts a huge river and a dam, with hills beyond, in India's wine-growing region. In

close proximity to the location, the southern side climbs into hills. With open circulation areas and

naturally ventilated and skylight courtyards, the apartments on the higher level are orientated to face the

river in the north or the immediate hills in the south.

Figure 33: A visual impression of the hotel with views and environmental considerations. Source: Archdaily.

4.2.2 User behavior and requirements:

Figure 34: Schematic section of the hotel with views and environmental considerations. Source: Archdaily.

Aria Hotel is a contextually built hotel that responds to the site contours, surrounding vistas,
temperature, and materials to create a network of experiences within its various volumes. This hotel is
designed to fit the site's location, climate, and client's requirements, bringing them all together.

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4.2.3 Form and Function:

Balcony Concept:

1. Rooms with large deep recessed

balconies framing the views.

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2. Shifting the cuboids.

3. Angled and rotated to create an

organic feel and individual

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expressions framing views in

different directions.

Figure 35: Form derivation of the hotel verandas. Source: Archdaily, edited by author.

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 The client wanted a large banquet hall with a floor area of 15000 square feet, as well as 60 rooms
and other amenities. The banquet hall's access is planned directly from the road frontage at the
lowest level of the site because it will host huge events. The public areas, which include the hotel
lobby, restaurant, bar, spa, and business center, are located 6 meters above the function hall,
which is accessed through an ascending approach road.

Figure 36: Section showing the facilities of the hotel. Source: Archdaily.

4.2.4 Horizontal and vertical circulation:

All the circulation spaces are naturally lit & ventilated. Both horizontal and vertical

circulations are easy to perceive the right direction.

Figure 37: Diagram showing horizontal and vertical circulations of the hotel. Source: Archdaily, edited by author.

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 Entry and exit of parking
Entry of going upper ground floor Exit from

Vertical circulation
Horizontal circulation

Figure 38: Diagram showing horizontal and vertical circulations of the hotel. Source: Archdaily, edited by author.

4.2.5 Site Planning and Landscape detailing:

With open circulation areas and naturally ventilated and skylight courtyards, the apartments on the higher

level are orientated to face the river in the north or the immediate hills in the south. Each floor of the hotel

is designed to blend in with the site's natural curves, reducing land cutting and landfill. During

construction, no dirt was taken from or brought into the site, resulting in a cost-effective and long-lasting

structure.

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Figure 39: Diagram showing site planning and landscaping of the hotel. Source: Archdaily

4.2.6 Parking details and standards:

Total 30 cars can park in this

space.

There are 18 car parking space

on the slope.

Figure 40: Diagram showing parking details of the hotel. Source: Archdaily, edited by
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4.2.7 Utility planning:

Solar panels on the roof, above the banquet kitchen,

and in the parking areas generate half of the hotel's
electrical energy. Rainwater harvesting tanks, as well
as water recycling and reuse, add to the hotel's
environmentally friendly design. All the rooms,
restaurant, spa & banquets open into protected
balconies & decks that give external usable spaces yet
reducing the heat gain into the inside volumes.

In this image, courtyard is covered with solar panels.

Figure 41: Courtyard of the hotel. Source: Archdaily.

4.2.8 Structural details:

The rooms create rectilinear cuboids that are oriented differently on each floor, creating balconies that

frame the gorgeous surroundings, with two-story high suites at the top. These frameworks, which are

painted in terracotta color stucco, contrast with the black basalt stone walls of the lower floors.

Figure 42: Conceptual sketch of the hotel. Source: Google.

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4.2.9 Design detailing:

Figure 43: Design detailing of the hotel. Source: Archdaily.

Aria Hotel is a contextually built hotel that responds to the site contours, surrounding vistas,

temperature, and materials to create a network of experiences within its various volumes. This

hotel is designed to fit the site's location, climate, and client's requirements, bringing them all

together.

The courtyard is covered with solar panels and the single loaded corridors are naturally

ventilated and full with natural lights.

Jali walls are used to reduce heat gain and to fabricate air movement.

Deep recessed balconies creates shadow for the outdoor space of every room.

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Chapter 5: Program Appraisal

5.1 Program Types

As previously stated, the proposed land for the project spreads over 4.67 acres and is surrounded
by 20 feet road on three sides and the front is connected with the highway. The whole site is
walled and there is a small pond and two puddles along with few coconut trees and fruit trees. As
the project is an international standard 5 star hotel, the client has set the programs according to
the requirements. The features of the hotel will be similar to a standard 5 star hotel programs and
facilities.

The case studies and supplied requirements produce a fundamental knowledge of the five star
hotel program needs. A set of programs were proposed by the authority which can be divided
into the following categories:

 Administration
 Accommodation
 Recreational facilities
 Dining facilities

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5.2 Proposed program list from client:
The client of this project is BPC (Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation). They have provided the list
of facilities for proposed three star hotel and training centre at Mujgunni.

Lobby, Lounge, Reception, Admin, Training Centre (3 storied)

Ground floor: Entry, Lobby, Lounge, Reception, Admin office, Services 320 sqm
1st and 2nd floor: (Catering and health services) 640 sqm
Hotel (10 storied)
Total area (Each floor 700 sqm) 7000 sqm

Podium floors (Lobby, Gym, Lounge, Reception, ATM booth, Laundry, Indoor games,
Cafeteria and Services)
Function Nos. Area (sqm)
Cinema 1 280
Cafeteria 1 150
Administration 1 200
Banquet hall 1 240
Staff room 4 200
3rd Floor (Economic rooms and services)
Economic room Type 1 1 420
Economic room Type 2 1 215
Economic room Type 3 4 145
Typical Floor (4th -13th floors)
Guest rooms 100 6300
Indoor restaurant 1 150
Multipurpose Hall 1 500
Community space 1 725
Swimming pool 1 300
Juice bar 1 180

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 Function Nos. Area (sqm)
Suites 20 1200
Temporary tent for outdoor party, picnic shade
Temporary tent Type 1 2 110
Temporary tent Type 2 1 85
Outdoor restaurant 1 260
Souvenir shops 6 100
Car parking 150 cars 2250
Services 1 330
Total 14340

5.3. Administration

An administration zone is an essential functional block for maintaining an international standard

hotel. This zone will include some office spaces for the organizations and financial purpose of
the hotel as well as management and financial functions for the training centre.

Function Nos. Area (sqm)

Reception 1 50
Lobby 1 40
Manager office 1 35
Account 1 45
Meeting room 1 15
Guard office 1 40
Storage 1 20
Total 245

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5.4 Accommodation

As an international standard three star hotel, the size of each single bed room should be 14 sqm
and double bed room should be 18 sqm. Every room has bathroom and shower facilities with all
the necessary toilet equipment and room services.

Room type Living area Bathroom Services Total

(sqm) (sqm) (sqm) guestroom
(sqm)
Guest rooms in 22 6 2.3 10,850
typical floors

Room type Bedroom Living and Kitchen Bathroom Total Suites

area (sqm) dining area (sqm) (sqm) area (sqm)
(sqm)
Suites 20 19 7.5 6 360

Room type Total living area (sqm)

Economic room Type 1 420
Economic room Type 2 215
Economic room Type 3 145
5.5 Dining facilities

Indoor and outdoor both types of dining facilities are included in an international standard hotel.
A standard restaurant needs 1.3 sqm area per person to serve.

Type Dining area (sqm) Kitchen area (sqm) Total area (sqm)
Cafeteria 150 50 200
Indoor restaurant 150 50 200
Outdoor restaurant 260 86 346
Total 746

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5.6 Recreational facilities

Recreational facilities are must needed for the tourists as they will be on a vacation. In addition
to that, multipurpose hall and amphitheater is the kind of function which will be used for the
public gatherings and celebrations. Furthermore, outdoor space for outdoor party and picnic
purpose fulfill the recreational facility for hotel coming guests as well as for the local people of
that area.

Function User number Sub function Area (sqm)

Multipurpose hall 350 Hall area 440
Storage 20
Service 40
Cinema 400 Stage 200
Seating 525
Indoor games 50 Gaming area 280
Swimming pool 150 Lobby 100
Pool area 850
Service 200
Temporary tent Resting area 195
Dining area 260
Souvenir shops 100
Total 3210

5.7 Service and core

A core of a high-rise building includes lifts, stairs, service rooms etc. and usually takes 25% area
of the total floor area.

Total area of per floor is approximately 700 sqm.

Service core area per floor is approximately 175 sqm (25% of the total area).

Total service area of 13 storied building is 2275 sqm approximately.

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 Chapter 6: Design Considerations

6.1 Design Considerations and Concept

These maps of Mujgunni are showing

how it has been developed over the

years by filling the water bodies and

deforestation.

Figure 44: Maps o Mujgunni district, Source: Author.

Concept Diagram:

The concept diagram is showing how

the spaces has been created by

considering site surroundings,

networking and climate changes.

Figure 45: Conceptual sketches, Source: Author.

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6.2 Form Derivation

Figure 46: Form derivation, Source: Author.

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 Chapter 7: Architectural Drawings

7.1 Floor Plans

Figure 47: Ground floor plan, Source: Author.

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Figure 48: First floor plan, Source: Author.

Figure 49: Second floor plan, Source: Author.

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Figure 50: Third floor plan, Source: Author.

Figure 51: Sky lounge plan, Source: Author.

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Figure 52: Typical room layout, Source: Author.

Figure 53: Family suite layout, Source: Author.

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Figure 54: Basement 1 layout, Source: Author.

Figure 55: Basement 2 layout, Source: Author.

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7.2 Axonometric View

Figure 56: Exploded axonometric view, Source: Author.

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 7.3 Sections

Figure 57: Section AA’, Source: Author.

Figure 58: Sectional perspective, Source: Author.

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 7.4 Elevations

Figure 59: Elevations, Source: Author.

Chapter 8: Rendered and Model images

Figure 60: Rendered perspective views, Source: Author.

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Figure 61: Rendered perspective views, Source: Author.

Figure 62: Source: Author.

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Figure 63: Source: Author.

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Chapter 9: Conclusion

To conclude, the spaces of this hotel were designed considering all the requirement and user

demand of the context. This project could help the people with their much needed recreational

area along with accommodating and facilitating their guests. It will provide the ambiance of

Mujgunni area within its site. Greens and waterbodies were incorporated to make the project

more welcoming as well as close to nature for this specific site which is in between greens and

waterbodies. The project would not only be used as a commercial facility but also as an open

space for the people of different classes.

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