Nilphamari Zilla Porishad Super Market cum Community Centre
A mixed-use civic landmark for Nilphamari Zilla Porishad — market, administration and community life brought together under one roof, anchored by a triple-height atrium.
Shopping, administration and community life, under one roof
The Nilphamari Zilla Porishad Market cum Community Centre is a mixed-use civic building designed for Nilphamari Zilla Porishad that puts shopping, administration and community life together under one roof. A triple-height market atrium is the heart of the building, bringing daylight deep inside and giving the town a bright, lively public space. Each of its floors spans roughly 15,500 sq. ft., across a 26-katha site.
Functional Program:
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- Ground to 2nd Floor: Market, arranged around a triple-height atrium with escalators and open shopfronts. \n
- 3rd Floor: Office floor for administrative use. \n
- 4th & 5th Floor: Community centre with multipurpose halls for weddings, social events and public gatherings. \n
- Rooftop: Rooftop restaurant with open views over the town, plus a helipad. \n
Natural Design Approach:
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- The atrium and skylights bring in daylight, which reduces the need for artificial lighting during the day. \n
- Natural cross-ventilation keeps the indoor spaces comfortable. \n
- Terrace gardens and planters on the facade bring greenery into the building. \n
- Deep shading and a modular facade cut heat gain. \n
The result is a modern, energy-conscious landmark for Nilphamari, built for the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nilphamari Zilla Porishad Market cum Community Centre?
It's a mixed-use civic building designed by MARK D STUDIO for Nilphamari Zilla Porishad that brings shopping, administration and community life together under one roof, organized around a triple-height market atrium that brings daylight deep into the building.
What functions does the building house?
Ground to 2nd floor: market arranged around the atrium with escalators and open shopfronts. 3rd floor: administrative offices. 4th and 5th floor: community centre with multipurpose halls for weddings and public gatherings. Rooftop: a restaurant with town views, plus a helipad.
How does the design respond to the local climate?
The atrium and skylights bring in daylight to reduce the need for artificial lighting, natural cross-ventilation keeps interiors comfortable, terrace gardens and facade planters add greenery, and deep shading with a modular facade cuts heat gain.
Who was this project designed for, and what was MARK D STUDIO's scope?
This project was designed for Nilphamari Zilla Porishad, on a 26-katha site in Nilphamari. MARK D STUDIO's scope covered architecture and design for this commercial/civic mixed-use building, completed in 2021.