FialkaArchitects

Cubic 20 Corporate Tower

Commercial

The building stands tall at 17 stories, with three basements providing ample space for various purposes. From the ground floor to the fifth floor, you'll find a training center, a bank, a conference hall, and a dining area complete with a kitchen and other amenities. From the ninth to the fifteenth floor, spacious office areas equipped with lounge facilities have been meticulously designed to cater to professional needs. The sixteenth floor is dedicated to meetings and hosts rooms for the managing directors, complete with living spaces and lounges for added comfort. The building's iconic facade draws inspiration from the elegant arrangement of cubes and squares, creating a visually striking and harmonious exterior. Vertical louvers adorn the structure, strategically placed to shield the building from the sun's harsh rays, ensuring a comfortable environment indoors. Additionally, a comprehensive fire-fighting system has been integrated into the building's operational framework, prioritizing safety for all occupants.

Al Arafah Islami Bank

Commercial

Contemporary

Modern

Office

Client: Al Arafah Islami Bank This 15-story commercial building, featuring 2 basement floors, allocates the ground floor and the two basements for parking, while the remaining floors are dedicated to bank and office spaces. The building's distinctive elevation treatment serves as a focal point of attraction. Equipped with central air-conditioning, an international standard fire fighting system, and an integrated building management system, this structure prioritizes safety and efficiency. The top floor houses a conference hall with a rooftop garden, providing users with a delightful view of the city.

Sayeman Heritage

Heritage Hotel

Colonial

Hospitality Design

Client: Gasmin Limited Fialka is proud to have contributed to the detailed design and planning of the newly reconstructed Sayeman Heritage Hotel, a timeless landmark that has been reimagined after a decade of construction. Conceptualized by ERA Architects, Mumbai, this colonial-style gem harmonizes traditional elegance with contemporary luxury. The building’s two wings frame a serene central courtyard, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the city’s lively ambiance. Thoughtful landscaping and a stunning pool create an oasis that immerses guests in nature, while the expansive open sky views complete the tranquil experience. Sayeman Heritage Hotel is a testament to the enduring legacy of thoughtful design and our commitment to creating spaces where architecture and the environment unite.

Cascading Contour Terrace Hotel

Contemporary

Organic Design

Modern

Hospitality Design

This impressive 16-story 5-star hotel complex encompasses two distinct segments: the resort area featuring water cottages and the main building complex. Inspired by the natural characteristics of the site, the architectural form elegantly combines the undulating waves and hilly terrains. The landscaping harmoniously echoes the building's design, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic throughout the property. Atop the structure, a rooftop swimming pool accompanied by restaurants offers breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding hills, introducing a captivating dimension to the experience. To maximize guest satisfaction, the main building is strategically oriented to provide most rooms with stunning sea vistas. Additionally, a helipad adjacent to the main building enhances accessibility and convenience for guests. Safety is paramount, with rigorous fire safety measures integrated into the project. Comprehensive fire safety design considerations have been meticulously implemented to ensure the well-being of guests and staff alike.

Ambagan Green Residential Condominium

Residential

Green Terrace

Apartment Compex

Modern

Client: SM Builders This 17-story apartment building, including a semi-basement, features various amenities like a gymnasium, community space, super-shop, cinema hall, infinity swimming pool with a hill view, indoor games, and a kids' zone. The building houses 129 residential apartments, each with a green terrace for community gatherings. At the top, a watchtower offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Bengal and the surrounding hills, adding a distinctive touch to the project. The design incorporates ample fire stairs and rigorous fire-safety measures for enhanced safety.

The Karter Mansion

Contemporary

Family Residence

Client: K. K. Properties Ltd. This is a 3 storied beautifully landscaped single residential building. A beautifully landscaped garden along with a swimming pool is situated on the ground area. Inside there are foyer space, living room, dinning area, gym and service area. On the first floor there are four bedrooms, maid room, kitch, tv room, study room, dining+ family living area which is connect to the service zone. The third floor includes 3 bedrooms, family living and kitchen.

Redkin Memorial

Award-Winning

Landscape

Memorial

Park

Public Space

Client: Chattogram City Corporation Following the Liberation War (March 26, 1971 - December 16, 1971), Bangladesh faced a critical challenge in restoring the Chittagong port, which had been mined and obstructed by submerged ships. On March 2, 1972, the Father of the Nation and Bangladesh's Prime Minister, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, met with Leonid I. Brezhnev, the Secretary-General of the Central Committee of the USSR Communist Party. During this meeting, Bangabandhu requested Soviet assistance in clearing the Chittagong port of mines and sunken vessels, a plea to which the Soviet Union promptly responded. To carry out this mission, the Soviet Union formed the Pacific Fleet Naval Expedition EON-12, dispatched to Bangladesh. From April 1972 to June 1974, Soviet sailors and divers successfully tackled the challenging task, overcoming difficult climatic and living conditions. Bangabandhu acknowledged their selfless efforts, emphasizing that this work laid the foundation for a strong friendship between the two countries. Tragically, on July 13, 1973, Yuri Redkin, the senior sailor of the floating workshop PM-156 of the Kamchatka Flotilla, lost his life in the line of duty. He was accorded military honors and buried at the Bangladesh Naval Academy's territory, now known as Redkin Point, where the Karnaphuli River meets the Bay of Bengal. This project was completed in honour and memory of Yuri Redkin, and it has been awarded a medal from the Government of the Russian Federation.

Celestial Abode Villa

Residential

Colonial

Luxury

Villa

This luxurious villa boasts two stories and a spacious built-up area of 7651 square feet. The ground floor offers three bedrooms, a living area, a dining area, a family living space, and a kitchen complete with a servant bed area. On the first floor, you'll find four bedrooms accompanied by a family living area, all leading to a large open-to-sky terrace ideal for relaxation and entertainment. The rooftop is thoughtfully designed with natural landscaping and comfortable seating areas, providing residents with a serene retreat. The villa's architecture features a contemporary geometric form, carefully crafted to complement the building's function while fostering a seamless connection between the interior and exterior spaces.

Mizan Residence

Apartment

Residential

This 10-story residential apartment building, which includes a basement, offers a total floor area of 4205 square feet. Each floor is divided into three residential apartments. Unit-A spans 970 square feet, Unit-B covers 1226 square feet, and Unit-C encompasses 1332 square feet. Unit-A comprises three bedrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, and two toilets. Unit-B features three bedrooms, a combined living and dining area, a kitchen with a veranda for household staff, and three toilets. Unit-C offers three bedrooms, a spacious living and dining area, a kitchen with a veranda for household staff, and two toilets. The rooftop is designed with natural landscaping and seating areas for residents to enjoy. The building includes a bed-lift and a regular lift for convenience, with a strong emphasis on fire safety measures. The facade of the building is characterized by a unique composition of dots, achieved through the rhythmic placement of bricks. Additionally, the incorporation of dramatic arrangements of planter boxes adds a distinctive dimension to the architectural design.

Mothpara Mosque

Religious Building

Mosque

Islamic Architecture

This mosque is designed as a single-story structure, covering an area of 2682 square feet. The primary concept revolves around establishing a seamless connection between the interior prayer space and the surrounding green area. Perforated brick walls have been strategically positioned in alternating locations to create an interplay of light and shadow within the prayer space, complementing the adjacent greenery. Adding to the architectural elements, three glass domes adorn the mosque's roof, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and allowing natural light to filter into the interior spaces.

Mac Eco Resort

Hospitality Design

Resort Design

Tropical Contemporary

Client: Kalamuddin Chowdhury Raozan Resort, nestled in a serene and verdant locale approximately 35km from Chittagong city, is surrounded by natural wonders, including internal lakes, fruit orchards, diverse trees, and contoured landscapes. The resort boasts a range of amenities, including hotel rooms, various cottages, a restaurant, clubhouse, conference hall, gyms, swimming pool, outdoor game zone, children's play zone, amphitheater, dormitory, picnic spot, lakeside boating, fishing, deer park, bird sanctuary, and fruit garden. Moreover, the resort is equipped with state-of-the-art security and illumination systems, a helipad, and a parking lot with car wash facilities. The design of this resort is primarily based on Site Forces, as the site features hilly contoured land with a lake (an extension of the Ragamati area). Cottages are strategically placed around the lake, while other buildings are thoughtfully positioned along contour lines, respecting existing trees. The land's turf surfaces are enhanced with additional green vegetation, minimizing hard paved areas. Notably, the resort prioritizes sustainability, aiming to produce most of its required food resources through an on-site dairy farm, poultry farm, and vegetable gardens. This holistic approach reflects the project's goal of creating an ecologically balanced and sustainable design.

Contemporary Style Educational Institution

Educational Institution

Contemporary

The building is designed as a comprehensive educational institute, featuring a green lawn for student recreation. Additionally, it includes indoor facilities such as a canteen, games area, music and craft rooms, prayer rooms, a library, covered assembly area, and multi-purpose halls on the roof. Classrooms are designed to maximize natural lighting and ventilation, with vertical louvers on the west facade to minimize heat gain. Natural vegetation is incorporated into the facades. The facades are adorned with Bengali letters and years commemorating key phases of Bangladesh's independence. These include the Language Movement in 1952, the Election of United Front in 1954, the Constitution Movement in 1956, the Education Movement in 1962, the 6-point Movement in 1966, the Mass Uprising in 1969, and the pivotal Liberation War in 1971, which led to Bangladesh's independence.

Landscape Development of Bijoysingho Dighi

Landscape

Public Space

Client: Deputy Commissioner's Office The project site is a historical landmark, designed as a recreational public space that includes a kids' zone, walkways, sitting areas beside a waterbody, and a restaurant with open-to-sky terrace spaces. Additionally, amenities such as a cycling track, a light gym, volleyball and basketball courts, and a kids' zone with fountains and water-side decks have been provided. The restaurant is situated on a contoured area, blending seamlessly with the natural terrain. Multiple open-to-sky terraces with seating areas are strategically placed at different levels of the hilly part of the site. Natural plantation has been carefully integrated into the landscape, and the water-body area has been developed as an integral part of the overall landscape design.

Urban Canopy Apartments

Apartment

Residential

Modern

This is a 15-story residential apartment building with a basement and ground floor dedicated to car parking. The upper floors house 70 residential units, with each floor containing 5 units. Green terrace spaces, ventilation voids, and light voids separate the units from each other. Additionally, amenities such as a gym (for both men and women), a multipurpose hall with a kitchen, and a children's play zone are located on the rooftop.

Seamens Hostel

Modern

Minimal

Residential

The purpose of this project is to develop functional accommodations for residents, providing essential day-to-day facilities. Various types of accommodation have been provided to meet different needs, including spacious dining areas, recreational zones, office spaces, and multi-purpose halls. Detailed functions are as follows: Ground floor: Dining (4000 sq ft), Kitchen (2000 sq ft), Games (3000 sq ft) 1st floor: International Seafarers Drop-in Centre (6000 sq ft), Office (3023 sq ft), Medical centre (1037 sq ft) 2nd floor: Junior rating 4-bedrooms: 11 units; Junior officer 4-bedrooms: 25 units (Total: 36 units) 3rd floor: 4-bedroom units: 38 units 4th floor: Senior sailor rooms: 38 units 5th floor: Single/double rooms: 28 units; Senior sailor rooms: 10 units (Total: 38 units) 6th floor: Marine officer rooms: 38 units 7th floor: Marine officer rooms: 30 units; Swimming Pool 8th floor: VIP rooms: 9 units; Marine officer rooms: 13 units (Total: 22 units) 9th floor: Multi-purpose Hall (5000 sq ft), Gym (3500 sq ft) In summary, the total number of rooms is as follows: 4-bedrooms (Junior rating): 49 units 4-bedrooms (Junior officer): 25 units Single/double rooms: 28 units Senior sailor rooms: 48 units Marine officer rooms: 81 units VIP rooms: 9 units Total rooms: 240 units.

Minimal Modern Family Escape

Minimal

Residential

Tropical Contemporary

Client: Shahidul Alam This exquisite villa stands tall at five stories, encompassing an impressive built-up area of 18,143 square feet. The ground floor is designed for both formal gatherings and relaxed living, featuring a formal living area, a double-height outer living space, a dining area connected to the kitchen and maid's room. An open-to-sky courtyard, complete with a swimming pool, establishes a harmonious connection between the villa's architecture and the surrounding natural environment. A mezzanine floor hosts bedrooms and a laundry space, offering convenience and functionality. Each typical floor is thoughtfully laid out to accommodate three bedrooms, a family living area, a spacious dining space, and a large open-to-sky terrace, providing residents with ample space for leisure and entertainment. The rooftop is transformed into a tranquil oasis with natural landscaping and seating areas, further enhancing the villa's allure. Central to the villa's design philosophy is the subtraction of forms to create a central courtyard, fostering spatial connectivity between various areas of the building. This central courtyard serves as a focal point, promoting a profound connection with nature throughout the villa's interior spaces.

Urban Multi-storied Kitchen Market cum Commercial Complex

Mixed-Use Complex

Modern

Client: Chattogram City Corporation History highlights the social, commercial, and historical significance of Firingi Bazar, Chittagong. Through historical analysis, it is evident that Firingi Bazar holds paramount importance for various urban developments. Ovoimitra Ghat has consistently served as a focal point for recreational activities among urban dwellers. However, the area lacks essential recreational spaces, restaurants, commercial shops, office spaces, multi-purpose halls, a hygienic kitchen market, and organized spaces, necessitating the functional requirements outlined in the 'Development of Urban Facilities at Firingi Bazar' project. The building encompasses all modern urban facilities required for this site. Addressing the challenge of entry for existing educational institutions on the site, a plaza entry solution has been implemented. This plaza serves as a central gathering hub for people of all backgrounds and also offers open spaces for adjacent educational institutes. Additionally, the provision of non-motorized vehicle parking, such as rickshaws, adds another layer of accessibility. Environmental considerations are paramount, with rainwater harvesting employed to alleviate water demand. The redesign of the kitchen market prioritizes hygiene, incorporating effective drainage, cross ventilation, ample natural lighting, and service facilities. Furthermore, the size of stalls is tailored to the affordability of potential occupants. A robust fire safety system is in place, adhering to stringent safety codes with an adequate number of fire stairs provided. Recognizing the insufficient restaurant offerings for the surrounding community, a restaurant equipped with comprehensive service facilities and amenities has been included. In conclusion, this project is poised to significantly contribute to the development of surrounding urban communities and enhance overall urban progress.

Chattogram City Corporation Low Cost House

Affordable Housing

Residential

Client: Chattogram City Corporation There are three buildings, comprising two types, totaling 559 units. Each residential unit, measuring 435 sqft, features two bedrooms, an attached living cum dining space, a kitchen, one bath, and one toilet. The design prioritizes natural light and ventilation, achieved through comprehensive environmental simulations. Additionally, the ground floor accommodates a school and a community hall. A central open courtyard with a waterbody serves as a recreational space and also functions as a safety measure in the event of a fire breakout. Auto-rickshaw and rickshaw parking are conveniently provided at the entry point, ensuring accessibility. The overall design emphasizes fire safety, taking into account the number of residents and their well-being.

Classical Family Villa

Colonial

Luxury

Residential

This luxurious villa boasts four stories and embodies a classical architectural style, exuding elegance and sophistication. The ground floor features a double-height formal living space, a formal dining area, a casual living room, a kitchen, a pantry, a servant room, a store, and a laundry room. On the first floor, you'll find a GC suite, four bedrooms, a family living area with a show-kitchen, dining space, living space, and a prayer area. The second floor offers ten bedrooms along with another family living space, a show-kitchen, additional living areas, dining space, and an open terrace. An impressive hall on this floor hosts a BBQ area, a pantry, a swimming pool, and an open terrace, creating a perfect space for entertainment and relaxation. Central courtyard space adds a unique dimension to the villa, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and functionality. Ensuring safety, a state-of-the-art fire-fighting system and natural ventilation have been given top priority throughout the design.

Minimalistic Modern Villa

Minimal

Tropical Contemporary

Residential

Luxury

Client: Mr. Md. Showkat Ali Chowdhury Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the building features a contemporary bi-nuclear architectural style. The internal spaces are tailored for larger group activities, with a deck and bridge over a pond for recreational pursuits like fishing. The ground floor offers living and dining areas, a BBQ space, servants' quarters, and kitchen facilities, spanning 4213 square feet. On the first floor, 3348 square feet accommodate bedrooms, family living spaces, and utility rooms. Additionally, a designated waiting space for drivers ensures convenience. With a focus on functionality and integration with its surroundings, this design reflects thoughtful planning and attention to the diverse needs of its occupants.

Jewel Residency

Residential

Modern

Apartment

This is a 10-story residential apartment building, including a semi-basement. The semi-basement and ground floor are designated for parking spaces, while the remaining floors consist of residential apartments. Each floor is designed to accommodate residential units of 1790 and 1340 square feet respectively. Additionally, the building features a fire stair and both a bed-lift and a regular lift for convenience. A rooftop garden space has been incorporated to enhance the natural ambiance. The front facade boasts a unique texture created by a rhythmic arrangement of planter boxes, vertical louvers, and verandas.

NHA Halishahar Park

Public Space

Park

Landscape

Client: National Housing Association This Park is designed for a quiet recreational place for people of all ages. Broad walkways, sitting arrangements around the quite water body, a children's play zone, public toilet, fountains and smart illumination systems are part of this park. All the functions are designed to provide the residents of Halishahar a community space to enjoy.

NHA Vastuhara Low Cost Housing

Affordable Housing

Residential

Client: National Housing Association The aim of this project is to establish sustainable housing for low-income individuals. The 12 buildings house approximately 2688 units, accommodating around 13,440 residents. Ensuring proper natural lighting, wind circulation, pedestrian access, and daily amenities is crucial to support this large population. Various options have been analyzed through a comparative assessment of the housing master plan based on standard parameters. Given the project's location in Chattogram, a meticulous observation of the seven-day weather report and precise monitoring of wind speed and direction at different times and days have been conducted. This detailed analysis aims to guarantee adequate natural ventilation, eliminating the risk of suffocation. Additionally, shadow analysis has been performed to ensure proper natural lighting. From a functional perspective, each of the 14-storey buildings consists of 224 units, each featuring two bedrooms, a toilet, a kitchen, and an attached living-dining room measuring approximately 574 sqft. Complementary amenities such as a training center, primary schools, shops, and a prayer hall are also incorporated. Wind simulation indicates that the major wind circulation zones in Chittagong are South-West, South, and South-East, with varying directions and velocities over time. Consideration of both velocity and surface pressure ensures comprehensive planning for optimal wind conditions.