Eurasian Prize 2018 — Student Housing
SPA Vijayawada's student housing and hostel designs bagged the prestigious Eurasian Prize 2018 in Russia in the 'Low and Mid-rise Housing' category — one of the most prestigious international architecture awards.
GRIHA Exemplary Performance Award 2018
The overall campus design received the GRIHA Exemplary Performance Award 2018 under the 'Passive Architecture Design' category, recognising SPAV's commitment to sustainable, green building design.
Campus Overview
The School of Planning and Architecture Vijayawada shifted to its permanent campus in June 2018, located in the heart of Vijayawada city along the ITI road. The campus extends to around 9.66 acres and accommodates the main academic and administrative block with a total built-up area of around 30,000 sqm.
The Boys' Hostels offer about 14,000 sqm of built-up area spread over two blocks with a capacity of over 400 students. The Girls' Hostels provide about 6,200 sqm with a capacity of approximately 200 students. A Dining cum Visiting Faculty Guest House offers around 4,300 sqm of built-up space.
An additional 2.66 acres of land with green cover is being developed as an outdoor sports facility — continuing SPAV's commitment to holistic campus life.
Campus in Pictures
Architecture, open spaces, studios and green landscapes
Academic Facilities
World-class infrastructure designed to support learning, research and creativity
ICT-Enabled Teaching
Smart classrooms with digital infrastructure and 1-GBPS internet via NKN-NMEICT across campus.
Design Studios
Spacious, naturally-lit studios supporting architectural and planning design projects across all years.
Open-Air Theatre & Auditorium
Outdoor and indoor performance spaces for cultural events, seminars and academic functions.
Cafeteria
A modern dining facility serving students, faculty and guests with nutritious meals throughout the day.
High-End Digital Surveillance
Comprehensive campus-wide security system ensuring a safe and secure learning environment.
Outdoor Sports Facility
2.66 acres of green land being developed as a dedicated outdoor sports and recreation facility.
Laboratories & Technical Spaces
SPAV's campus houses a comprehensive suite of specialised laboratories that support hands-on learning, cutting-edge research, and professional skill development across all disciplines.
LAN connectivity for 800+ users · Wi-Fi throughout campus · 1-GBPS NKN-NMEICT
Green Campus
SPAV leads by example with sustainable design — a campus built around green principles, energy efficiency, and responsible resource use.
Central Library
The Central Library of SPAV is one of the most specialised and technical libraries in southern India, supporting teaching, learning, research and consultancy in the areas of Planning and Architecture.
The library is well-equipped with both Wi-Fi and broadband internet connectivity, providing seamless access to digital resources and national knowledge networks for all students and faculty.
Student Residences
Safe, comfortable and well-connected accommodation for students across all programmes
Boys' Hostel
Two blocks · 14,000 sqm built-up · 400+ student capacity
Girls' Hostel
6,200 sqm built-up · Capacity for ~200 students
Dining & Guest House
4,300 sqm · Common dining for all residents + visiting faculty accommodation