John Sanday Associates
Architecture · Engineering · Heritage Conservation

John Sanday Associates

Architectural / Engineering Consultancy

John Sanday Associates, an architectural/engineering consultancy and registered partnership of Nepali and British professionals with over 25 years of experience in design and planning, with particular expertise in heritage conservation and seismic engineering.

PracticeNepali & British Partnership
Founded1985 (Over 25 Years)
HeadquartersLazimpat
Kathmandu, Nepal
ExpertiseConservation, Seismic Engineering, Appropriate Design
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Architectural & Engineering

Design and supervision of new buildings, according to western codes and adhering to local bye-laws. Proven track record in problem analysis, design, communication and implementation.

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Cultural Heritage Conservation

Conservation of the built Heritage and Community planning in urban or rural environments across Nepal's historic monuments and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Seismic Engineering

Nepal has a seismically sensitive environment. All architectural designs and structural activity adhere strictly to prevailing seismic principles and international standards.

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Construction & Maintenance

JSA maintains comprehensive in-house construction, site supervision, and maintenance capabilities, undertaking projects from inception through to building completion.

Architecture & Engineering Portfolio

Selected Projects

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Asha Health Care Center
Healthcare & ClinicPokhara

Asha Health Care Center

The project is a clinic building and a dormitory building at Pokhara, Nepal. Built on a covered area of 7000 square feet.

Gurkha Welfare Scheme Residential Home
Residential Care10,000 Sq. Ft.

Gurkha Welfare Scheme Residential Home

The project is an old age home for ex-British Gurkha Servicemen. Spreads around a covered area of approximately 10,000 square feet.

Combined Mess for British Gurkha
Institutional / HospitalityPokhara

Combined Mess for British Gurkha

The project is the design of a Combined Mess for British Gurkha at Pokhara. Accommodating an Ante Room, bar lounge, kitchen/dining room.

Heritage & Monument Conservation Archive

Selected Conservations

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Changu Narayan Conservation
UNESCO World Heritage SiteBhaktapur

Changu Narayan Conservation Training Project

Changu Narayan Mandir – one of UNESCO's seven World Heritage Sites located in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal – is one of the most significant religious complexes in the Valley with spectacular vistas towards the Himalayan range...

Lomanthang Drainage and Historic City Wall Repair
Historic City Wall & DrainageUpper Mustang

Lomanthang Drainage and Historic City Wall Repair Programme

The project was established in 2004 with the objectives of repairing historic city wall and improving existing drainage system in the city of Lomanthang. It was started in April 2004 with a mission to undertake the emergency repair works of the city wall...

Gompa and Chhorten Programme
Monastic HeritageUpper Mustang

Gompa and Chhorten Programme

The project was established in 1996 with the objective of conserving cultural heritage of Upper Mustang. The project commenced in 1996 with a mission to undertake the emergency repair works of ancient monastic structures...

Teku Thapathali Research Group Report
Ghats & Riverside Monument SurveyKathmandu

The Teku Thapathali Research Group Report

In October 1993, The Teku Thapathali Research Group (TTRG) was established with funds from the British Embassy to carry out a preliminary research project. The projects goal was to assist in documentations and revitalization of the historic ghats...

Technical Documentation & Research

Architectural Drawings & Studies

Conservation Archive & Structural Schematics
Traditional timber strut detail Traditional Timber Strut Joinery (Tunala)
Seismic engineering frame Himalayan Seismic Ring Beam & Bracing
Pagoda temple elevation Pagoda Temple Elevation & Roof Tiers