Rajbir Chana

Rajbir Chana, a diligent interior design and environmental architecture student, dedicated herself to developing a robust skillset marked by curiosity and adaptability. With a comprehensive understanding of interior architecture and design principles, she is ready to embark on her professional journey.

In her recent projects, Chana has demonstrated a commitment to social impact and environmental sustainability. Exploring avenues to create inclusive spaces that foster community engagement whilst incorporating urban greening and sustainable materials to promote environmental health and well-being. Her final major project focused on designing a community centre aimed at providing opportunities for children from disadvantaged backgrounds to express themselves creatively and access healthy meals. Through this endeavour, Chana showcased her dedication to leveraging design for positive social change and addressing systemic inequalities. Additionally, Chana's dissertation delved into the spatial dynamics of power, examining the ramifications of the British partition of India and Pakistan in 1947. This research highlights her passion for exploring how design intersects with history and social justice and her commitment to using her skills as a designer to shine light on complex societal issues.

Front elevation of proposal, incorporating greening.
Front elevation of proposal, incorporating greening.
Interior section of proposal shows the staggered levels that allow for an open space throughout.
Interior section of proposal shows the staggered levels that allow for an open space throughout.
Roof plan of proposal showing the green roof which is a key element of the design that is mainly used for growing vegetables for the community centre. Any waste products from the green roof can then be recycled and fed back to the roof as it will be used as fertiliser.
Roof plan of proposal showing the green roof which is a key element of the design that is mainly used for growing vegetables for the community centre. Any waste products from the green roof can then be recycled and fed back to the roof as it will be used as fertiliser.
Interior perspective unfinished, shows the materiality, skylight and open space.
Interior perspective unfinished, shows the materiality, skylight and open space.
Yr 2: Model of the interior shows the use of space and double height that allows for communication between the levels.
Yr 2: Model of the interior shows the use of space and double height that allows for communication between the levels.