ziana sood
education
National Institute of Technology calicut, Kerala, India 2027
Bachelor of architecture
Kendriya Vidyalaya 3brd, Chandigarh, India 2020
High school
competitions
NASA design competition | 2025
GRIHA Resort design
Prof Kesava Rao Memorial | 2023
Clock tower design competition
Volume zero | 2022
Tiny library design
digital skills
3D Modelling
Sketchup
Rendering
Lumion
Twinmotion
Other
Procreate
Revit Rhino
Enscape D5
extra curricular
ADIZYA - Design team
Architecture Fest, NIT Calicut|2024
RAGAM - Design team
Cultural Fest, NIT Calicut|2025
NSS
Volunteer
language
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Sketchbook Canva
Drafting
Autocad
Presentation
Photoshop
Indesign
proficiencies
Sketching
Model making
Adobe Illustrator
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A Tropical residence
Kochi, Kerala
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Low rise apartment
NIT campus, Kerala
Resort
Kakkadampoyil, Kerala
Convention centre
Udaipur, Rajasthan
GRIHA
Resort design
Other works
jala
mutt
am villa
aangan homes
eco nest
aravalli nexus
competition
miscellaneous
r a real estate developer and his wife, a classical musician, along with their two children and elderly six family members The name Jalamuttam, derived from Malayalam meaning "water courtyard, "
ature: a serene natural pool at the heart of the house Key features include a dedicated music room for pen family spaces that encourage interaction, and private retreats for each generation
2. terracotta jali wall
1 preserved tree
xonometric view
4. roof open to sky
5. natural swimming pond
3. entry porch
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passing through an open sl up
regeneration zone
rainwater harvesting tank
water flow pool bottom
swimming area
water level pump
5. Natural swimming pond introduces a biophilic layer to the design
Principal facade
Reading corner
Bedroom
Natural pond
Aangan homes
Residential
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Apartment NITC, Kerala
1200sqm
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This thoughtfully designed unit features a forecourt by and community within a sh in a vertical typology
apartment project, Aangan Homes, is for NIT Calicut faculty from diverse cultural backgrounds Each y the stair landing, reinterpreting the traditional Kerala courtyard to foster a sense of home, privacy, ared building Shared stair lobbies act as internal streets, reviving the essence of neighborhood living
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Stair lobby
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MATERIALS USED
STRUCTURE
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Roof support
Bamboo lamination
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Basement plan
round floor plan
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Premium Villa
Signature cottage
Spa and meditation hall
Kitchen & dining
Premium villas
Commercial
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Convention centre
Udaipur, Rajasthan
27000sqm
Convention centre | S
ntre, located near the scenic Aravalli Hills, close to the airport, is envisioned as a futuristic international
es, exhibitions, and cultural exchange Designed to host global delegates, the project integrates a
ditorium, expansive exhibition hall, and supporting facilities making it a comprehensive venue for events, and large-scale gatherings
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North elevation
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WC plan
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A space designed to
improve people’s
mental health and
well being through
nature
Competition
Miscellaneous
Other works
This 8x4 5 ft monochromatic mural was painted as part of the department’s architecture fest Featuring portraits of iconic international architects, the composition explores expression through tone, scale, and unity
These sketches were created as part of my first-semester coursework for the History of
Architecture class
M.C. Escher
This is a conceptual model of a beach pavilion designed in my first semester, inspired by fluid coastal forms to create a relaxing and interactive space for beachgoers.
