THE URBAN GREEN COMMONS

Integrated Spatial Framework : Post Olympics Scenario Motera, Ahmedabad

Anjhana M | PUD21042

CEPT University

Studio Brief

The studio focuses on the design of large Greenfield or cleared brownfield developments with an emphasis on creating an urban form for livable neighborhoods.

Mega-events impact the development of host cities due to their scale and catalytic effects. The Olympic Games offer one such opportunity for the host cities to create new landmarks, improve and invest in its infrastructure and provide a backdrop for urban renewal.

India is set to bid for the Olympic games in the coming decade, and Ahmedabad has been chosen as the host city. The studio unit brief in this context is to create a Game plan and Legacy plan for the same on one of the sites proposed for the event along the Sabarmati Riverfront. The focus is to create a framework plan that can maximize the use of facilities built during the events and create a flexible, sustainable, and inclusive urban form.

Acknowledgment

I would sincerely like to thank our Studio Chair, Prof. Brijesh Bhatha, our tutor, Prof. Purvi Chhadva and our teaching associate, Parth S Patel for constantly guiding and suppporting me throughout the studio. I would also like to thank the Faculty of Planning, CEPT University for conducting supportive courses, inspiring lectures, and discussions that laid a solid platform for me to pursue my interests and curiosities.

I take pleasure in thanking all my peers for their critical feedback and brainstorming sessions which contributed significantly to my growth. Lastly, my heartiest gratitude to my parents and sibling for their unwavering support.

During Olympics

Abandoned Venue from the 2004 Athens Olympics

Source : The Insider https://www.insider.com/photos-of-the-athens-olympic-venues-2016-7)