Faculty of Fine Arts and design Rajshahi University

Abstract

The Faculty of Fine Arts and Design at Rajshahi University is more than just an edu- cational space: it is a place where creativity should grow freely, where art, nature, and people connect. But the existing condition of the faculty does not truly support that vision. The studios are not well connected to the outdoors, the waterbody is inactive, circulation is not smooth, and there is a lack of open and interactive spaces where students can feel inspired and relaxed while working. That is why this project is all about Integrated Co-existence: Embracing Nature, Creativity, and Learning Spaces. I wanted to design a space where learning does not stay inside walls, but flows naturally with the environment. Inspired by the curve of the site’s waterbody, I shaped the buildings around courtyards, used soft organic forms and added elements such as amphitheaters, ghats, shaded outdoor working spaces and interactive paths, so that students, teachers, and even neighborhood children can connect with each other and with nature. This design is not only for academic purposes, but for cultural revival as well. I believe that art education should remain rooted in our heritage as we move forward, and this The project reflects that. It is a space where creativity can breathe, grow and truly belong.