Blackbook by course · Bachelor of Architecture
BArch blackbook project
The BArch thesis report documents a design project from site study and case studies to concept, programme and final design. Drawings carry the design, but the report has to justify every decision with research.
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Chapters of a BArch project report
After the front matter (cover page, certificate, declaration, acknowledgement, abstract, table of contents), a typical BArch report has these chapters. Your department’s guidelines come first where they differ.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Background, need for the project, aim, objectives, scope and methodology.
Chapter 2: Literature Study
Design principles, standards, codes and area norms for the building type.
Chapter 3: Case Studies
Two or three case studies with a comparative analysis and inferences.
Chapter 4: Site Analysis
Location, climate, topography, access, surroundings, bye-laws and SWOT analysis.
Chapter 5: Design Program and Concept
Area programme, zoning and adjacencies, concept and design strategies.
Chapter 6: Design Development and Conclusion
Design evolution, structure and services, sustainability, materials, drawings and conclusion.
BArch project ideas
- Adaptive reuse of a mill compound as a cultural centre
- Affordable housing for migrant workers
- Climate-responsive school in a hot and humid region
- Waterfront redevelopment for public use
- Skill development centre for traditional crafts
- Transit hub integrating metro, bus and auto stands
- Old age community housing with shared amenities
- Eco-resort using local materials
What examiners look for
- Case studies should end with what you take from each into your design.
- Site analysis needs climate, access, context and bylaws, each with a diagram.
- Put measured site data in tables and mark any sample values clearly.
Guides for each part of the report
Written for the pages students ask about most, each with a sample you can adapt.
Questions
What chapters are in a BArch thesis report?
Usually introduction and aim, literature and case studies, site analysis, design programme, concept and design development, and conclusion. The list on this page follows that order.
Should drawings go in the report?
Key drawings and diagrams, reduced and captioned, usually do. Full sheets are submitted separately.