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Item Motorsports Complex – Grand Prix of Design(2025) Danial AdamThis thesis proposes the design and development of a state-of-the-art 'Motorsports Complex' in Lahore, Pakistan, aiming to transform the city into a regional motorsports leader and address the critical lack of world-class facilities. Located on a 2.5 km² site at the periphery of Lahore, near Wandala Nasir, the complex is designed to accommodate 30,000 spectators. It envisions a Grade 1 FIA Circuit capable of hosting international events, with a dedicated paddock area for teams and vehicles. The design incorporates a water channel as a prominent design element for the promenade, enhancing the aesthetic and user experience. The complex integrates all- around sustainability through renewable energy, smart water management, and mindful land use to avoid fertile farmlands. Beyond racing, the complex will offer an unforgettable fan experience with diverse amenities including a motorsports museum, hospitality suites for VIPs, a virtual experience zone, and merchandise shops. These features aim to captivate international audiences through advanced broadcasting and unique design. By serving as a multi-purpose venue, the 'Grand Prix of Design' will not only provide a professional training ground for emerging Pakistani drivers and boost the nation's global motorsport reputation but also generate significant economic growth, tourism, and job opportunities, fostering community engagement and national pride while setting a new standard for environmentally conscious sports infrastructure.Item THE ECHOES OF LAHORE(UMT, Lahore, 2025) SYED ZORAIZ AHMED SUBHANIThe Echoes of Lahore – Performing Arts Centre is a thesis project that conceptualizes a cultural center commemorating Pakistan's rich performing arts heritage. The envisioned centre combines old and new artistic forms—such as music, dance, drama, and theatre— into one architectural structure that sustains creativity, education, and community interaction. Taking cues from regional and global examples like Kala Academy (Goa), Esplanade (Singapore), Alhamra Arts Council (Lahore), and The Colony (Lahore), the project highlights cultural conservation, usable design, and harmony of spaces. The center has separate areas for performance, exhibitions, learning, and public gathering, and is emphasized on accessibility and climatic sensitivity. By way of this project, the vision is to establish an environment that is inclusive and motivating and reinforces Lahore's status as a cultural hub as well as fosters new generations of creatives.Item VERTICAL HORIZONS: INTEGRATING FUNCTIONALITY, AESTHETICS, AND COMMUNITY IN A HIGH-RISE MIXED-USE BUILDING(UMT, Lahore, 2025) NAMEL MUSHTAQWhen studying the rise of Urban Lahore, we need to shift our urban language from horizontal sprawl to intentional verticality. Vertical Horizons looks at how high-rise mixed-use buildings can grow from several object-oriented towers of high profit, into being community- driven contextual uplifts of vertical neighborhoods. This thesis explores the combining of residential, commercial, co-working, and community space, in a single high-rise, that supports social life, sustainability, and shared space in an everyday, post pandemic urban existence. Starting with the critiques of typologies and gleaning design opportunities that constructs an urban space for human encounters, flexible work-life, and environmental consciousness in urban case studies in Pakistan, France, and Germany. The project proposes a 16-story mixed-use tower, where smart technologies, zoning efficiencies, and share gardens create a liveable urban vertical ecosystem. Addressing local identity, passive and service design, and a public realm that is integrated. The final design is data driven as a prototype for how to create future high-rise community in South Asian cities.Item THE GUIDING SPINE- A PATH OF PERCEPTION(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MARHA AZAMMy thesis aims to understand the human senses and how a person perceives space (specially visually impaired people), The typology of this project is an educational institute for the blinds and visually impaired and the site of this project is in Lahore as Punjab consists of highest number of visually impaired people and then as Lahore is the main city of Punjab, moreover it consists a high number of visually impaired people. Vision is considered a dominant sense and visual impaired people rely almost 80% on hearing as they either cannot see or have difficulty in seeing. Vision alone is given a lot of importance than other senses. This Project aims to create inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of a visually impaired person. My research will explore the use of the senses within the built environment by studying the ways through which blind perceive the built space. Visually impaired people use location and directional clues from a different aural, tactile, olfactory and kinesthetic senses. The textures, scents, acoustics make up the built environment of a space while providing landmarks and messages to visually impaired. All this information collectively helps them in creating their own mental maps of the space that eventually help them in finding their way. Visually impaired perform their tasks confidently in a familiar environment. An environment that is known to the visually impaired through different sensorial cues in familiar environment. While an unfamiliar or hostile environment needs to be explored. Design that is visually dominant is a barrier for the visually impaired as it reduces their understanding of the space as slow and incomplete. My project will focus on how the built environment can be made more accessible and hospitable for the blind people. The research will also help me to understand ways through which architectural experience can be made more inclusive. A Space must be a comprehensive sensory experience. A design vii accounting for all senses by which we perceive our spatial information will prove to be far more holistic and complete than that which only uses sight.Item Archaeological research center(UMT, Lahore, 2025) Amna imranThe Archaeological Research Centre at Taxila is envisioned as a dedicated facility for the study, preservation, and promotion of Pakistan’s rich cultural and historical heritage. This thesis explores the design of a multidisciplinary hub that merges research, conservation, education, and public engagement under one roof. Located in a historically significant area, the center aims to support archaeologists, scholars, students, and visitors by offering advanced laboratory facilities, exhibition areas, and residential accommodations. Drawing on lessons from global case studies and local site analysis, the design prioritizes contextual sensitivity, environmental sustainability, and spatial integration. This project aspires to fill the existing gaps in heritage infrastructure and provide a model for future archaeological institutions in the region.Item I ORPHANAGE(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MAHRUKH KHALIDIn Pakistan there are 4.2 million orphans so orphanages are the basic need in our society for these children. As orphans are the most innocent souls, suffering from a lot without their parents. The aim is to provide these children with a secure life because life without parents is very difficult. The name of my orphanage is Sham-e-Faroza. The meaning of Sham-e- is Light and Faroza means Precious Stone like an every child have their own value. The main goal is to provide these children’s with all facilities they deserve just like any other child. As an architect, the aim is to design building by considering both its functionality and the psychology of the children’s. This project will not only provide a safe environment but also enable the children’s to interact with the outside worldItem AIRPORT HOTEL “A GATEWAY OF COMFORT”(UMT, Lahore, 2025) SHEHROZ AHMED SHEHRYARThis Report, Airport Hotel: A Gateway of Comfort, explores the design and planning of a five-star airport hotel near Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore. The project responds to the increasing need for hospitality facilities that provide convenience, comfort, and cultural relevance for transit passengers, airline crews, business travelers, and tourists. A review of literature and international case studies highlights emerging trends such as flexible spatial planning, smart technologies, wellness facilities, and sustainability practices. The proposed design draws inspiration from aviation dynamics, integrating fluid forms with functional layouts to ensure efficiency, soundproofing, and guest comfort. Facilities include luxury accommodations, dining, business centers, wellness areas, and multipurpose halls, all designed to international standards while reflecting local identity. Emphasis on sustainability, energy efficiency, and contextual integration positions the project as both a hospitality solution and a contribution to Lahore’s urban development. Overall, the airport hotel is envisioned as a gateway of comfort that strengthens the city’s role in global hospitality and travel.Item MIX-USE BUILDING – The Axis(UMT, Lahore, 2025) USMAN JAVEDIn this project, homes, shops and community spaces are placed together in a single place. I want the space to do exactly what it needs to, and then to be practical and welcoming for people who live in, work in, play in, or otherwise spend time in a busy city. The building attempts to make life easier and connected for its users by bundling together these functions. The design is modern, the building is comfortable and useful, but with smart materials and energy efficient aspects that keep the building on the edge of boundary. To add beauty and relaxation to people, green spaces are included. They create shared spaces, in realms such as terraces and common rooms, to encourage people to interact, to meet and to build community. This project also addresses problems typical of the city; small spaces and the need for locations that can be adapted to serve different purposes. It is intended as a place, a building but not only a building, where people can live, work, and meet naturally and pleasantly. Want to build a living, breathing space that works to make everyday life better for all who occupy it.Item COMMUNITY AND SPORTS TRAINING CENTER, SWAT” BUILD CHANGE TOGETHER(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MUHAMMAD NAFEES BAIGThe project aims to create a platform where rural people will learn and develop such skills and education which in future can help them to survive in the society. Unemployment is the major challenge Pakistan has been facing in its development. Millions of unemployed youths especially from rural and less developed areas who could not get higher education or professional skills but are willing to find some respectable jobs are driven to despair for not finding a suitable job. Hence, these frustrated youngsters got attracted towards antisocial activities for their livelihood. On the contrary, women's education is also an issue in rural areas and there are many debates surrounding that. The project itself includes aspects of gender equality and provision of education and help them to attain self development, improve the living standards and henceforth increase their role in the development of our country and to make them self-empowered in order to cope up with the fast-pacing world and its challenges.Item Bridging Minds and Spaces: A Child-Centric Approach to School Design(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MUHAMMAD ROHAAN RIAZThe study of cultural differences, as well as their evolution during different periods of time in terms of relationships between architecture, psychology and learning environments, is the object of the present thesis. It followed the history of the educational space in the Islamic world, maktabs and madrasahs of the past, and the modern types of educational establishments and examined how architectural composition not only made effective teaching and study possible, but also addressed the psychological stimuli of the schoolchildren. There is particular focus to the psychological connotations of space within Islamic educational buildings and the impact which these constructions had on the development of medieval European university buildings. The studies are extended to the learning environments of the early civilizations like Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Indian, Chinese and Greek civilizations noting that the design of the buildings aided in mental and cognitive developments. The research highlights the influence that a design has on cognitive and emotional growth, in order to build environments which, promote concentration, companionship and health. Merging the historical analysis of architectural work with the psychological theory, this thesis aims to emphasize the essential importance of architecture in the creation of space which will support not only academic success but also healthy emotional growth. Finally, the study is expected to show how a considerate design of buildings improves the overall achievements of school pupils by touching upon academic as well as psychological requirements in the education settingsItem FIVE STAR HOTEL(UMT, Lahore, 2025) ROMMEL SHAHEER CHOUDHRYThis thesis presents the architectural design of a vertical five-star hotel located in the Central Business District (CBD) Lahore, Pakistan. The project addresses the growing need for high- rise hospitality developments within dense urban fabrics, integrating luxury, functionality, and modern aesthetics. Designed on a 22.5-kanal site with 50% coverage, the proposal accommodates 302 guest rooms, including standard, deluxe, twin, and presidential suites, alongside world-class amenities such as fine dining, wellness and recreational facilities, conference areas, and a dedicated service infrastructure. A basement level provides parking for 250 vehicles, ensuring efficient circulation and accessibility. The design emphasizes contemporary architectural expression, energy-efficient systems, and advanced vertical transportation solutions, responding to both climatic conditions and the evolving demands of luxury urban tourism. This project aims to establish an iconic landmark within Lahore’s CBD, symbolizing modern hospitality and urban growth through innovative design strategies and sustainable planning principles.Item HYBRID INDOOR SPORTS COMPLEX(UMT, Lahore, 2025) AHMAD ALTAFSports are an essential part of our lives and are globally recognized. Without sports, life lacks vitality. Pakistan is a country where sports are played extensively, but unfortunately, the infrastructure for them is lacking. My aim with this project is to create a hybrid indoor sports complex that will serve as a hub for athletic development and national pride. Currently, Lahore does not have the same level of indoor sports facilities as outdoor ones, which makes this project unique The complex will feature sports like basketball and paddle tennis, among others, and will offer various facilities to cater to different groups, including school children, university students, and professional athletes. It will provide a safe space for everyone to engage in physical activity. This world-class sports complex will enable children to reach international levels, offering the right facilities and environment. Through this project, I aim to promote sports facilities in Pakistan, while fostering community engagement and nations rideItem UVENILE JAIL AND BEHAVIORAL REHAB FACILITY FOR THE YOUNG INMATES INTO SOCIETY(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MARYAM JASEEMThe juvenile justice system has struggled for a long period of time in the history just to strike a balance between punishing minors who commit crimes and rehabilitating them. However, even today, if a minor commits a crime, its often not taken seriously or they’re tortured to the point where they can’t escape the cycle. These are the reasons that force them to commit crimes. This project aims to address the shortcomings in facilities and opportunities for juveniles, ensuring that no aspect is overlooked, which could potentially cause harm. We can give a sustainable architecture design that benefits their well-being. Architecture plays a pivotal role in juvenile centres. By incorporating elements of shape, colour, and natural fosters a sense of safety and security, distinct from the confines of a prison. My aim is to create a juvenile centre focused on one principleItem Development of Dry port IOET Integrated E Commerce Hub in Sheikhupura(UMT, Lahore, 2025) FASIH ABBASItem 1 ASTROTOURISM: A COSMIC WALK OPPORTUNITY PLANETARIUM, SPACE MUSEUM AND RESEARCH CENTER(UMT, Lahore, 2025) FARHAN AHMEDThis thesis explores the design of a Planetarium and Space Museum in Lahore—a space where science meets imagination. Located on Raiwind Road next to Riphah University, the project aims to spark curiosity about space through interactive exhibits, a digital dome, and educational spaces. Inspired by global examples like the Shanghai Planetarium and AHHAA Science Centre, the design blends modern architecture with local context. It’s a place for learning, wonder, and connection where people of all ages can explore the universe from right here in Pakistan. By combining contemporary design with sustainable and passive environmental strategies, the project not only addresses the functional and symbolic needs of a space museum but also positions itself as a public interface for science communication in Pakistan. The thesis explores how architecture can become a vessel for curiosity, wonder, and education— connecting the earth to the cosmos.Item A COMMUNITY RECREATION AND EXPERIENCE CENTER A MULTISENSORY URBAN OASIS(UMT, Lahore, 2025) AMNA KHALIDSocial spaces contribute so much towards the unity of the communities, interaction within the society, as well as physical and mental wellbeing through physical activities. The present thesis proposes a sole design proposal with an aim of Recreational Hub of Community Interaction in the premises of Kanaan Park, Sahiwal, Punjab Pakistan. This proposal is regarding usage of a non utilize park to a vibrant and encompassing park which shall be focused towards the needs in recreation of the surrounding society in Sahiwal. But Kanaan Park is located in one of the core portion of Sahiwal city which can be easily approached by people and also the smaller villages along Sahiwal also could be reached. It has been ignored over the years without facilities and proper infrastructure. This Thesis is devoted to the renewal of the park by the means of sustainable design strategies.The given Design is separated into the various primary areas. It will comprise Sports and Fitness Zone and has space both inside and out to do different sports activities. The Community Zone which is going to offer areas of collection and meeting rooms where the community can interact. There will be recreational zone with playgrounds, picnic areas and rest places. Finally, there will be the Cultural Zone which will present the heritage of Pakistan in the form of various art galleries and performance stages. These four neighborhoods shall be united through routes and green places, which will facilitate interactions with the community.Building design depends on the important aspect of sustainability. To achieve the environmental impact, the v plan will incorporate sources of renewable energy, which include solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, green roofing, and energy-efficient technologies to increase the sustainability in recreational hub. The project will also serve the various design principles, where everyone will have accessibility, all classes of people will be served including the people with disabilities and handicaps. One can attribute features to ensure that it is convenient to all. The thesis also concentrates on the need of having the community in the planning and make it functional as is required. Possible exploration in the future is the growth of the hub, as well as incorporation of additional community-oriented programs.This Thesis Projects is a composition of sustainable design, innovation and a community engaged approach to lay a framework of outlining recreational space developing in low developed regions. The overall idea is to influence the development of similar projects in other parts of Pakistan and transform various urban areas into thriving places encouraging engagement and the feeling of belonging among members of the community.Item Harmonizing Nature and Recreation-A Lake and Mountain Resort at Khanpur Dam for Serenity and Adventure(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MIRHA NAYYERThis thesis, "Harmonizing Nature and Recreation – A Lake and Mountain Resort at Khanpur Dam for Serenity and Adventure," considers the construction of a resort at Khanpur Dam which provides recreational activities while taking into consideration the ecological balance of the area. My design intent for the resort is to provide recreational opportunities while preserving the natural ecology of the site. To solve the issue of sustainable tourism, this project employs biophilic design principles, which integrates nature into the built environment. The proposed resort is intended to provide a greater value for conservation while offering diverse nature-based recreational opportunities to improve the air quality as well as the ecological health of the region. The resort aims to help address the gap in the outdoor physical and mental wellness activities in the region by including specialized innovative adventure and wellness activities at the site. The architecture of the resort will be eco-friendly and designed to blend with the topography of the area and the local climate. This project strives to ensure that resorts continue to be built in a manner that they harmoniously enrich the environment while sustaining socio-ecological wellness for coming generations.Item LITTLE STARS CHILDREN HOSPITAL(UMT, Lahore, 2025) BDULLAH SHAHID DARA comprehensive study of the demographic characteristics of patients at the Children Hospital Wazirabad, located in the Punjab province of Pakistan. As one of the key healthcare facilities serving a diverse population in the region, the hospital plays an important role in providing medical care to children under the age of 14. The research focuses on understanding the various socio-economic, geographical, and clinical factors that influence patient admissions and healthcare delivery in the hospital.Item LIVE STOCK COMPLEX, KASUR(UMT, Lahore, 2025) TAHIR SHOUKATThis project presents a prototype Livestock Complex for the people of Kasur, designed to empower the local farming community by supporting traditional livestock management practices with sustainable architectural solutions. This design focuses on improving the livelihoods of Kasur's farmers by creating a functional and community-centered space that fosters business growth, improves livestock care, and encourages economic self-sufficiency while preserving traditional agricultural practices. Based on insights from the "All Pakistan Report Livestock 2006" and local livestock data, the complex aims to integrate practical support for farmers in a way that strengthens the regional economy. The population of Kasur is more than 1 million large animals-cows, buffaloes, and camels. The number of small animals like goats and sheep is 323,406 and Big Animals like cows, buffalos, camel etc. is 1,017,885. Kasur alone contributes 61% to the community's source of livelihood. So, despite this importance, challenges related to management of livestock do exist, and these include preventing diseases, scarcity of resources, and lack of veterinary support in the area. This prototype would address these problems by creating a self-sustaining business hub for livestock-related services, improving productivity, and offering practical tools for growth. The facility will enable access to basic resources including veterinary care, fodder supply, and animal care products to farmers. It will be a place where local farmers can gather, share knowledge, and form business relationships. The design merges traditional livestock practices with facilities for enhanced animal welfare and business activity. Key features of the complex are areas for animal pens, grazing land, fodder storage, and market spaces where farmers sell their livestock or produce directly. These facilities will be constructed using local materials and traditional building methods to ensure the structure fits with the local culture and climate. Sustainability is the foundation of the architectural design, such as employing renewable power sources, effective water handling, and environmental-friendly building materials. All of these characteristics are intended to aid long-term sustainability for the complex and reduce environmental impact so the region's livestock industry can continue to be sustainable in light of climate change. In summary, this Livestock Complex prototype is an innovative business model that combines conventional livestock management practices with sustainable architecture solutions. It seeks to enhance the livelihood of farmers in Kasur by equipping them with the tools, resources, and business prospects required to thrive while promoting community and independence. This design will ensure a thriving future for the agricultural economy of the region.Item THE URBAN CULTIVATION HUB(UMT, Lahore, 2025) MUAZ SAQIBThis research responds to the urgent global food crisis fueled by accelerated urbanization and increasing population, expected to hit 9.2 billion by 2050. Even using 80% of the earth's land for agriculture and 70% of its freshwater, conventional farming is not able to keep up with the rising food demand despite ensuring water scarcity. Urban farming in succession to Vertical farming has been a feasible answer to these problems, providing new and sustainable methods of agricultural production alongside conserving water. This study discusses the development of agricultural practices, highlighting the integration of advanced technologies like hydroponics and vertical farming also offering formal and consumer-friendly areas for the delivery of organic and conventional food improving buyers' experience. It suggests creating an urban cultivation center intended to increase food security, encourage healthier food production, and meet international standards of sustainability while providing adaptable consumer spaces in order to appeal to a greater number of buyers across all categories. The project finishes with a prototype model able to feed local communities and which can be replicated throughout the city. By promoting community participation and innovation in agriculture, this research seeks to create a sustainable model for urban dwelling and minimizing environmental and health effects.