
Timeline
About me
Architect & Urbanist | Visiting Faculty at CCA Chandigarh | Award-Winning Thesis & Gold Medalist | Author of the book 'Interpreting Geometries - Flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan'
Education

A.v. international public school, sirsa
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Chandigarh college of architecture(cca)
2020 - 2022Master of architecture - march architecture first division with distinction and achieved rank 1.Best Thesis - ”Redevelopment of Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi, Developing a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects”.Best Dissertation - ”Transnational Flow and Adaptation of Planning Ideas & Practices from Western Countries to India, A comparative study on the development of the different neighborhoods / settlements in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi”.Had projects featured in CCA Yearbook 2020-2021, including Sustainable Housing Studio Proposal and… Show more Best Thesis - ”Redevelopment of Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi, Developing a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects”.Best Dissertation - ”Transnational Flow and Adaptation of Planning Ideas & Practices from Western Countries to India, A comparative study on the development of the different neighborhoods / settlements in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi”.Had projects featured in CCA Yearbook 2020-2021, including Sustainable Housing Studio Proposal and Urban Design Studio Proposal.Created an illustration that was selected for the cover of CCA Yearbook 2020-2021, out of all the batches’ works.Won the Second prize in ICOMOS poster competition on Living amidst Heritage, World Heritage Day, Chandigarh Tourism. Show less

Maulana azad national institute of technology
2012 - 2017Bachelor of architecture (b.arch.) architecture first division
Experience

Pixel manit
Mar 2013 - Apr 2016Core team memberCollaborated with designers, artists and photographers to organize bi-annual art exhibition. Researched, designed and built exhibition articrafts. Organized bi-monthly photography seminars, workshops and photo walks for students.

Editorial board, manit bhopal
Aug 2014 - Jul 2016Worked collaboratively with designers, artists, editors and professors to research, ideate and design annual magazines for the national university. Designed and published 5000 copies of editorial magazines for students and professors.
Joint Chief, Chief Designer
May 2015 - Jul 2016Designer
Aug 2014 - May 2015

Morphogenesis
Jan 2017 - Jul 2020Worked on a range of projects from commercial to large scale residential projects across various regions in India, exploring the urban context, codes and policies in the process.Successfully worked and delivered following stages (both architecture and interiors) under a project:• Concept Design,• Schematic Design,• Detail Design Development &• Working Drawings.
Architect
May 2017 - Jul 2020Trainee
Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

Self-employed
Aug 2020 - nowArchitecture consultantAs an Architecture Consultant, I have collaborated with various architecture offices and studios, focusing on design office structuring and management. My expertise extends to retail fitouts for prestigious brands such as Da Milano, The Nut Lounge by Nutraj, Sunglass Hut, Lenscrafters, and Vedi Herbal, with projects spanning across India and globally.In addition, I have worked with a construction company, providing my architectural expertise on residential and commercial projects.
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Chandigarh college of architecture(cca)
Aug 2021 - Aug 2022Research assistantResearch on the Rashtrapati Bhavan, compiled into a book titled 'Interpreting Geometries: Flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan,' supported by the Office of the Press Secretary, Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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Chandigarh college of architecture(cca)
Apr 2023 - nowVisiting faculty
Licenses & Certifications

Architect
Council of architecture - indiaDec 2017
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Madhur GandaCertificate of Appreciation – Co-author and Designer of Interpreting Geometries: Flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan Chandigarh Administration (Issued by Prerna Puri, IAS – Secretary, Technical Education) Mar 2025 Received official recognition for co-authoring and designing Interpreting Geometries: Flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan – Volume I & II. The books were published by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, as part of a research project conducted by Chandigarh College of Architecture, supported by the Office of the Press Secretary, Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Awarded to Madhur GandaResearch and Documentation Award Chandigarh Administration & CCA Chandigarh Oct 2023
- Awarded to Madhur GandaUniversity Gold Medal Panjab University Chandigarh May 2023 Recipient of the University Gold Medal for securing the top position in the Master of Architecture program at CCA Chandigarh during the 70th Annual Convocation of Panjab University.
- Awarded to Madhur GandaCouncil of Architecture National Awards for Excellence in Post Graduate Thesis in Architecture 2022 | Top 10 Council of Architecture India Mar 2023 Thesis Topic: REDEVELOPMENT OF SAROJINI NAGAR, NEW DELHIDeveloping a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects.A demonstration case to redefine the redevelopment paradigm in DelhiTo develop a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects on public land in the Delhi, which shall respond to existing city fabric, offers healthy environment and provides for shared spaces that brings together people along with offering convenient access to core… Show more Thesis Topic: REDEVELOPMENT OF SAROJINI NAGAR, NEW DELHIDeveloping a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects.A demonstration case to redefine the redevelopment paradigm in DelhiTo develop a livable redevelopment model for the upcoming GPRA projects on public land in the Delhi, which shall respond to existing city fabric, offers healthy environment and provides for shared spaces that brings together people along with offering convenient access to core services.The thesis was selected as top 10 nationally for the Council of Architecture National Awards for Excellence in Post Graduate Thesis in Architecture 2022. Madhur has presented his thesis in national jury held in Woxsen University Hyderabad on 31st March 2023. Show less
- Awarded to Madhur GandaPublic Awareness Award | UoW International Design Competition University of Westminster, London & NASA India Jan 2016 Pahal - A Massive Small Journey | Moonwalk, BhopalTransformed a disused lakefront to make the public space inviting and safe for users of different age groups. The interventions mobilized active participation from the local community of residents, students and authorities.
- Awarded to Madhur GandaTop 10 | G-Sen Trophy - 57th Annual NASA Convention NASA India 2015 Abhivinyaas | Indrapuri, student populated area in BhopalInvestigated the educational hub for women safety issues through spatial diagnosis and evidencing. Explored streetscaping interventions using light and visibility to improve safety. Remodelled public spaces to become inviting for all age groups and more gender sensitive.
- Awarded to Madhur GandaCitation 1 | G-Sen Trophy - 56th Annual NASA Convention NASA India 2014 PunarnirvahIndra-Sahaytha Nagar, BhopalDesigned Pan-Indian solution for rehabilitation of informally settled ‘Urban Poor’. Examined gaps between requirements of victims of Bhopal gas tragedy and impact of government policies, formulated improvements and long-term phased solution towards development of community.
Volunteer Experience
Advocate
Issued by PlacemakingX
Associated with Madhur GandaLibrarian
Issued by CoronavirusTechHandbook
Associated with Madhur GandaGraphic Designer
Issued by India Lost and Found by Amit Pasricha on Jul 2019
Associated with Madhur Ganda
Languages
- enEnglish
- hiHindi
- puPunjabi
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