Every CEPT student has a jury-week story. The model that lost a wall at 2 AM. The printer that jammed an hour before submission. The roommate who asked, "Yeh foam board ka kachra kab uthega?"
Architecture and design courses don't run on normal student hours. Your room is also your workshop, your drawing table and, some nights, the only place you sleep for four hours.
So a regular girls PG checklist, with food, Wi-Fi and security, isn't enough. This guide covers what a CEPT student actually needs from her PG, especially if you've moved from Maharashtra, Punjab, Bengal or Delhi NCR.
At a Glance
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Detail |
Info |
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CEPT address |
Kasturbhai Lalbhai Campus, University Road, Navrangpura |
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Luxe Living 2 area |
Ambawadi, next to the University Road belt |
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Rent at Luxe Living 2 |
From ₹13,500 a month |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included |
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Study space |
Library area plus room desks |
Studio Life at CEPT: Why Your PG Matters More Than You Think
CEPT started as the School of Architecture in 1962 and was ranked 6th in India for architecture by NIRF in 2024 (Wikipedia). It now runs five faculties: Architecture, Planning, Technology, Design and Management.
Studio-based courses mean long days, heavy material and deadlines that cluster. Your PG either helps you through that or adds to the stress.
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Studio reality |
What your PG needs to handle |
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Sheets and drawings |
A desk big enough to lay out work |
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Physical models |
Space to store them without roommates tripping over |
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Late studio hours |
Food kept aside and a safe way back |
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Juries |
Quiet the night before, not a party in the next room |
Space for Sheets, Models and Laptops: What to Check in the Room
Look at the room like a studio, not a bedroom:
- Desk size: Can you open an A1 sheet or at least work on A2 comfortably? [CLIENT CONFIRM: desk dimensions per bed at Luxe Living 2]
- Storage: Is there space above or under the bed for models, foam boards and rolled sheets?
- Lighting: A good desk lamp matters more than a big ceiling light.
- Plug points: Laptop, lamp and hot glue gun all at once. Count the sockets near your desk.
- Roommate fit: Ask to share with another design or architecture student, since your schedules will match.
Late Juries and Submissions: Food, Quiet and Safe Returns
Studios don't always end at 6 PM. Before you book, ask three direct questions:
- "If I'm late from studio, is dinner kept aside?"
- "What's the entry time, and is it flexible during submission weeks?"
- "Are quiet hours enforced?"
For late returns: Leave campus in a group, share live location, and keep two ride apps installed. Save 112 and 181 (Gujarat's 24x7 women helpline) on your phone.
Printing Shops, Stationery and Model Supplies Near Ambawadi
The University Road and Navrangpura belt has plenty of print shops and stationery stores that serve CEPT students. In your first week:
- Ask seniors which print shop stays open latest before juries
- Find one stationery store that stocks foam board, mount board and cutter blades
- Save both on Google Maps
- Keep a backup print shop for submission-day rushes
A 10-minute plan in week one saves hours during your first jury.
Library Area vs Room Desk: Where Deep Work Actually Happens
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Work type |
Best place |
Why |
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Reading, theory, research |
PG library area |
Quiet and no distractions |
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Digital drafting on laptop |
Library or room desk |
Depends on noise and Wi-Fi |
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Sheets and models |
Room desk |
Needs space and your tools |
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Group discussions |
Common area |
Doesn't disturb others |
Luxe Living 2 has a dedicated library area, so you don't have to fight for silence in a shared room.
Wellbeing During Jury Week: Gym, Garden and Real Meals
Jury weeks are when students skip meals and sleep. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society recommend at least 7 hours a night for adults, and short sleep is linked to frequent mental distress (CDC).
What helps:
- Real meals: Three meals at the PG mean you're not living on chai and biscuits
- Short workouts: 20 minutes in the gym clears your head
- Fresh air: A garden walk between drafting sessions
- One full night of sleep before the jury, even if the model isn't perfect
Why Ambawadi Works for CEPT Students
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Factor |
Ambawadi advantage |
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Distance |
Next to the University Road belt, short auto ride to CEPT |
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Supplies |
Close to the print and stationery shops students use |
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Evenings |
Residential, calmer than main commercial roads |
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Budget |
Luxe Living 2 starts at ₹13,500, lower than Vastrapur |
Read more on why Ambawadi works for a luxury girls PG and the premium amenities at our Ambawadi PG.
FAQs
Which is the best area for a girls PG near CEPT University?
Ambawadi is a practical choice because it sits next to the University Road belt, close to CEPT, print shops and stationery stores, while staying calmer in the evening.
Is there study space at Luxe Living 2?
Yes. Luxe Living 2 in Ambawadi has a dedicated library area for quiet work, in addition to desks in the rooms.
What is the rent for a girls PG near CEPT?
At Luxe Living 2 in Ambawadi, rent starts at ₹13,500 a month, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Starting your next semester at CEPT?
Reserve a room at Luxe Living 2, Ambawadi. Call +91-9825098974 or see the Ambawadi girls PG.
