Preface The choices that we make today for the development of our landscape has a lasting impression on the future relation of man with the environment. In the Indian context this is more than evident, as is seen in the interconnections of nature, culture and man that have prevailed over the centuries. The designs created in India will have a much broader influence than just within its borders. In rapidly developing countries worldwide there is a need to protect and highlight the dwindling cultural and natural resources. Successful methodology, design development, and long-term management can inspire and guide other countries to steer the direction of landscape architecture towards a sustainable, inclusive, and thoughtful fate. By creating holistic designs which respond to the character of their locale we have been able to produce robust schemes which address the contemporary site conditions, pressures and usage, while responding to the rich historical and cultural context of the place. The following projects are a short illustration of the range of ideas and continuous exploratory methods that help us formulate a unique design perspective to provide solutions that have led to our outstanding reputation in the built sector. This document will give an overview of each of the selected projects through background information, key plans and figures, concise analysis, and main conclusions.
Heritage and Cultural Landscape Projects Jammu & Kashmir Mubarak Mandi
Landscape Projects Punjab
Amrit Anand Bagh, Amritsar
Punjab Sultanpur Lodhi Pilgrim Circuit Ferozpur Freedom Trail
Chandigarh Elante MUD, Larsen & Toubro
Uttarakhand Chandi Ghat Kanwar Patri
Haryana Pinjore Garden
Delhi
Chhath Ghat Qudsia Ghat
Uttar Pradesh
Badshahi bagh Shooltankeshwar Ghat
Jharkhand Sahibganj Ghat Rajmahal Ghat
Madhya Pradesh Dhar Fort
Chhattisgarh Sirpur Tourism Development Plan
Karnataka Lal Bagh case study, Bangalore
Tamil Nadu Ootacamund Club, Ooty
Delhi/NCR
Delhi International Airport Mayar Biotech SEZ, Gurgaon Coral Brio, Ghaziabad
Uttar Pradesh
Auto Mall, Lucknow Anand Engineering College, Agra Hindustan College of Science & Technology, Agra BMAS Engineering College, Agra
Mumbai
United States Consulate
Andhra Pradesh
Satyam Office, Hyderabad Vemagiri Power Generation Ltd., Rajahmundry
Karnataka Cotton County , Hubli Omax Industries, Bangalore Deen’s Academy, Bangalore Paranjpe Offices, Bangalore Waterwoods Apartments, Bangalore Prestige Serenity Apartments, Bangalore Ravichandran’s Apartments, Bangalore Residences, Bangalore
DIAL
DELHI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
INFRASTRUCTURE Delhi
Client
GMR DIAL
Team/Contractors
Garden View, Jain Irrigation
Architect/Consutlants
AECOM, Hong Kong
Area
32 acres / 3.5 km
Scope of Work
Design development, construction, coordination & EPC presentation to senior management
Airports Council International– Airport Service Quality Award (2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014) British Construction Industry– Best International Project Passenger Terminal World– Most Noteworthy New Terminal Design World Airport Awards– Best Airport in India
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The scope of landscape projects in India is moving from designing projects in isolation towards holistic planning. Landscape development for Terminal 3 is one of the few projects of a scale and significance that consciously attempt to lead the way towards an integrated approach in infrastructure development in the developing world. Spread across an area of 5.2 million square feet, Terminal 3 (T3) is the state of the art terminal of Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, India. Detailed design planning, material procurement and workforce has been employed for the massive built structure as well as for the development of the surrounding areas Infrastructure
and access roads. The landscape and other associated works around T3 have been designed by AECOM, Hong Kong. Beyond BUILT Pvt. Ltd. was the local consultant to AECOM on this project, assisting them with design development and construction coordination with agencies for hardscape and softscape works for the exterior and interior landscape. The landscape concept for Terminal 3 (T3) and its adjoining areas is based on the notion of flight. It is celebratory, monumental and dynamic in nature. The landscape journey from the junction of the city link and
Graphics: AECOM, Hong Kong
central spine begins at the ‘the vortex’ which is designed to catch the wind emulating ‘take off’. Angular water features are located at significant junctions which add to the passenger’s experience. The planting scheme and lighting effects add further impact to the day and night time ambience. The landscape scheme is divided into three zones: the city link, the transition and the dynamic. The overall planting strategy evolves as you move through different zones. There are nearly 227 exterior and 198 interior plant varieties used in this project, taking into consideration a varied plant palette, growth patterns and required maintenance regime.
Infrastructure Graphics:AECOM, Hong Kong
Apart from the plant material, this landscape scheme embeds systems like automatic irrigation, sub surface drainage, rainwater harvesting and other environmental considerations. The hardscape elements include granite pathways, cement pavers, low feature walls, water cascades and feature lighting deployed in geometric forms evoking the dynamics of flight. To irrigate this extensive 32 acres of exterior landscape optimally, 19 km of drip line has been installed and is fed entirely by treated water, which in itself an achievement for a project of this scale. The landscape within the T3 passenger terminal building is intended to provide respite to the travel weary passengers and contribute to the visual experience within the terminal using an entirely movable modular scheme of granite and FRP planters. In addition to this, there are smaller features such as vertical green walls, cascading water wall and timber deck installed at different locations within the building , that introduce landscape into the interior thereby accentuating the experience of the internal space. The exterior and interior landscape of T3 enables passengers
to
experience
a
visually
enriching
environment and creates an everlasting impression within the terminal and along the journey leading to the terminal. Website: www.delhiairport.com Infrastructure
MAYAR BIOTECH SEZ
INSTITUTIONAL Gurgoan
Client
Mayar Infrastructure Development Pvt. LTD
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Raj Rewal Associates
Area
20.6 acres
Scope of Work
Design development, construction coordination & EPC presentation to senior management
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The plan for Mayar Infrastructure Development Pvt. Ltd. is inspired from the helical structure of the DNA. The landscape plan symbolizes the sweeping curves of the helix. Louis Pasteur was the first known Zymologist (1857). He described fermentation as “respiration without air�. Translating this ideology into design, the concept for development of various features such as the court has been derived from the bubbles that are formed during fermentation on a substrate. The effect is translated using circular and spherical forms. The Hexagonal grid is derived from the structure of Penicillin while the benches take cue from the tablet. Website: www.mayargroup.com Institutional
VPGL
VEMAGIRI POWER GENERATION LTD.
INDUSTRIAL Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
Client
GMR Group
Team/Contractors
Larsen and Tobro Ltd.
Architect/Consultants
Jurong Consultants Pvt.Ltd.
Area
160 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development, tender documentation and construction supervision
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Landscape development for a Natural Gas based thermal power plant focused on a low maintenance ecological approach for a larger extent of the site. The design of showcase areas such as the entrance court, administration building, cooling tower frontage, relay building and workshop building around the reservoir follow the adoption of aesthetically pleasing materials. Mass planting at an extensive scale was the emphasis of this project. Larger areas like the rear of the cooling tower were used to develop productive gardens and fruit trees. However, small pockets were not overlooked and were intensively landscaped. Website: www.gmrgroup.in/energy-vemagiri-power-generation-ltd.aspx Industrial
CORAL BRIO Client
IP Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
N + U Design Studio
Area
1 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
COMMERCIAL Ghaziabad (UP)
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The concept for the landscape development of this project involved the use of bold features. The planting style focuses on bold accents of perennials and grasses. Combining texture, colour, height, and structure as a cohesive unit, the project seeks to create a dramatic effect on visitors. Restrictions on the architectural views of the project are omitted by the planting style, which intends to capture the imagination of users of this site.
Website: www.coralbrio.com Commercial
ELANTE
MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT Chandigarh
Client
CSJ Infrastructure Pvt. LTD (L&T Realty)
Team/Contractors
Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
Architect/Consultants
Woodhead, Australia
Area
20 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision. Additional contract for continuous onsite construction coordination.
Commendation Award, Landscape Category,AISAA 2015 Realty Plus Excellance Award 2014 Developers of the year Commercial-2014(ABP Realestate Award)
Star Retailer Award
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ELANTE, Chandigarh is a multi-use development that was launched in early 2013 by Larsen & Toubro, as their first foray as reality developers. Located on a site of approximately 20 acres, the Mall and Office complex measure approximately 29 lakh sq.ft, while the landscape component takes up about 15% of the entire site. Set within the industrial core of Chandigarh city, this is meant to be an iconic development serving the larger regional setting of Punjab and Haryana. With the genre of mall architecture taking over the urban recreation scene, it is easy to address these spaces simply as pretty places to shop. Yet, this may not be a Mixed Use Development
true representation of the wide range of possibilities and experiences that malls can provide. Malls need to be safe, comfortable social places where people of all ages can enjoy outdoor and indoor leisure activities. This project offered us an opportunity to redefine the generic ‘shopping experience’ by seamlessly integrating the retail mall experience with a cultural beat. As opposed to simply a backdrop to shopping, the scale and location of the central court is an opportunity for engaging the users by offering a scale of emotional and social experiences. The brief was to design a space that evoked openness and a cosmopolitan feel akin to the spirit of the city. It was indeed a unique project as it was our first experience where the client, design engineers, and contractors are all from the same company, albeit different arms, showcasing the benefits of harmonious collaboration. ELANTE is a play of contrasts. While the architecture is aimed at grandness, the landscape is intended to be on a human scale. The design concept envisions a landscape ‘for the people’ at a more personal level. The goal of the project was to create a common civic space inside a shopping mall that encourages social interactions that define our culture. For this purpose, the availability of a large central court measuring approximately 80,000 sq.ft in the heart Mixed Use Development
of the complex offers an opportunity for cultural interactions which would brand ELANTE as a prominent recreational, shopping, and cultural hub in the city of Chandigarh and the tricity region. The scale and location of the central court allows it to act as the social nucleus of the mall. To build a narrative around the central court means that it needs to remain open to reflect the experience of sky, while keeping the material, form, and design of individual elements focused on more human proportions. This means integrating and consolidating the space so as to not delineate between tactile and functional elements like fire tender, drainage works, etc. This idea is carried over to other building essentials, such as mumties, which were not built in order to keep the space unified. The material palette uses fine craftsmanship to play on the idea of randomness, which contributes to make the court visually cohesive and compelling. The paving pattern adds an element of directionality to the space, inviting visitors to exit the mall and explore the plaza. It is important to provide orientation and identities within the larger space, therefore a set of smaller courts are built into the design of the main plaza. These intimate spaces are woven around differential slab levels, stairwell, and light well cut outs, in order to create a range of experiences within a greater whole.
Mixed Use Development
Website: www.lntrealty.com/elante.aspx
COTTON COUNTY
RECREATIONAL Hubli
Client
Consortium of eight clients
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Vivek Halbe, Srushti Associates
Area
6 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
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The Cotton County landscape design reflects the opportunity offered by a heavily contoured site which led to an interesting design solution that portrays the sheltered interactive spaces situated at different levels. A rustic look was chosen for the site with the rough finishes of earthy coloured local materials used for this site.
Website: www.mclubholidays.com/affilatedclub/cotton-county-club/ Recreational
AMRIT ANAND BAGH
COMMERCIAL Amritsar
Client
Amritsar Improvement Trust
Team/Contractors
Mr. Sethi
Architect/Consultants
None
Area
30 acres
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The master plan uses the geometry of surroundings to create visual use of landscape elements such as water, flowers and trees. The plan punctuates a large plaza in such a way that it draws visitors in and through itself. The position of entrances, water and planting features, walkways and the physical links between the various elements in the design through the seating areas attempts to create a symbolic representation of the welcoming and acceptance that is characteristic to the Sikh religion. A recreational zone dedicated to experience the duality in the Sikh culture. Website: http://www.amritsarimprovementtrust.org Commercial
AUTO MALL Client
Tulsiani Construction and Development Ltd.
Team/Contractors
Not executed
Architect/ Consultants
Rudrabhishek Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Area
5 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design and design development
COMMERCIAL Lucknow
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The landscape design and development for auto mall took into account the finesse of tradition and evolved from a confluence of traditional context and contemporary use. The entire site was envisaged as a plaza without evident distinction between pedestrian and vehicular zones.
Commercial
SATYAM NEW FACILITY Hyderabad Client
Satyam Computers
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Jurong Consultants (India) Pvt.Ltd.
Area
1.7 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
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The design was prepared on behalf of Jurong Consultants Pvt. Ltd. There was an emphasis on environmental concerns. The design entailed a series of courtyards, leading from sheltered spaces into the building. A formal landscape with a lotus pond reflected in the glass elevation of the building leads to an informal atrium court designed as a series of stepped terraces, with dense tropical vegetation, giving a unique character to this breakout space.
Office
Website: www.techmahindra.com
OMAX Client
Omax Industries Pvt.Ltd.
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Existing Building
Area
12.3 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
INDUSTRIAL Bangalore
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Spread over an area of 12.3 acres, the landscape was laid out in a grid of orthogonal planters and offered spaces for active use by factory workers as well as for small social gatherings of the staff.
Website: www.omaxauto.com Industrial
DEEN’S ACADEMY
INSTITUTIONAL Bangalore
Client
Deen’s Educational Trust
The proposal was to develop spaces around the
Team/Contractors
From Client
Administration block and internal courtyards of the
Architect/Consultants
Centre for Vernacular Architecture
Area
1210 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
school. The Landscape design for the courtyards attempted to create sensory awareness amongst children. Aromatic as well as herbal plants were used with appropriate signage for different zones. A low2000 2004 2008 2012
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er courtyard was introduced for temporary displays representing seasons or festivals.
Website: http://whitefield.kideens.com/
ANAND ENGINEERING COLLEGE
INSTITUTIONAL Agra
Client
Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI)
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
M.S. Satsangi and Associates
Area
26 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
Institutional
The Sharda Group of Insitutions campus at Agra comprises of 3 institutes: the Anand Engineering College, Hindustan College of Science and Technology and BMAS Engineering College. Development of roads and driveways with peripheral planting created an envirgorating environment for its staff and students. To enhance the outdoor ex2000 2004 2008 2012
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perience, the Anand College was developed with a sports stadium and eco water features with indigenous plants.
HINDUSTAN COLLEGE
INSTITUTIONAL Agra
Client
Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI)
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
M.S. Satsangi and Associates
Area
16 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
Landscape development for the Hindustan College took into account a number of factors to create a vibrant environment for users of the campus. Boundary/peripheral plantations were used for screening, identity, and verdant views from upper floors with a contextual planting scheme that compliments the 2000 2004 2008 2012
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landscape of open areas and entrance of buildings. Seating arrangements and visual aid through signages were also incorporated. Website: http://hcst.edu.in/
BMAS ENGINEERING COLLEGE
INSTITUTIONAL Agra
Client
Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI)
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
M.S. Satsangi and Associates
Area
13.2 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
Institutional
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to the user-friendly landscape design of the campus.
US
(UNITED STATES)
CONSULATE Mumbai
Client
U.S. Consulate
The Team collaborated with EDAW, Alexandria of-
Team/Contractors
From Clients
fice, USA, a leading international Landscape firm.
Architect/Consultants
EDAW, Alexandria, U.S.A
Begun in 2006, the services offered to EDAW re-
Area
4.7 acres
species: Trees, Shrubs and Ground Cover.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design for softscape
lated to research and design of indigenous plant
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PARANJPE
OFFICE Bangalore The developer’s office was set up in Bangalore for
Client
Paranjpe Schemes (Construction) Ltd.
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Omar Nisar Associates, Bangalore
Area
2000 sq.ft.
trance to an external sit-out where outdoor client
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
interactions could be facilitated. The entrance was
Office
sales and marketing of an elderly people’s home project. Therefore, accessibility was given prime importance to cater to senior citizens.The idea was to have a narrow channel of water from the en-
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designed on the principal of universal access and due to paucity of space a ramp defined the entrance without steps.
PRESTIGE SERENITY
APARTMENTS Bangalore
Client
Prestige Estates Projects Pvt.Ltd.
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Omar Nisar Associates, Bangalore
Area
2000 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
The design for this property contrasted a formal internal water feature in the lobby with private gardens focusing on primarily plant-scape.
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Website: http://www.prestigeconstructions.com/
RAVICHANDRAN’S APARTMENTS Bangalore Client
Dr. Ravichandra
Designed as an entrance area to an exclusive
Team/Contractors
From Architect
apartment complex the space also serves as a land-
Architect/Consultants
Mistry Architects
Area
1450 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
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WATERWOODS
APARTMENTS Bangalore
Client
Sai Paryavaran Constructions Pvt.Ltd.
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Thimayya and Prabhakar Associates
Area
2.2 acres
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
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The project conceived with a tightly knit community living, built around the concept of a central courtyard that creates a micro-climate for the residents. The basic idea was to create spaces and buildings that people could use to form strong, vibrant and sustainable communities. An existing grid of inverted beams dictated a predominantly rectilinear geometry. Shallow planting depths were overcome by introducing taller planters and creating a checker board language of soft and hardscapes. The central Court with 1200 sqft swimming pool was designed at a lower level to offer privacy as well as to give visual access to the Gym and Club Area. Residential
Website: http://saiparyavaran.com/
DILIP PORWAL
RESIDENCE Bangalore
Client
Mr. Dilip Porwal
A linear garden that wrapped around the building
Team/Contractors
Mr. Nagaraj
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Architect/Consultants
Existing Building
elements as well as incorporating bits of an earli-
Area
0.5 acres
Scope of Work
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to offer a contrast to an otherwise formal dressed sadarhalli clad landscape palette.
RESIDENCE Bangalore The residential project for a well known Bangalore
Client
Lal and Nisha Melwani
business house focused on using exposed high
Team/Contractors
Mr. Rajgopal
quality bricks, handmade ceramic tiles, and Dhol-
Architect/Consultants
Mistry Architects
pur stone to create a garden that could be used
Area
1400 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
Residential
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scheme focused on retaining existing mature plantation and introducing clusters of shrubs and ground covers to offer variation in texture and colour.
CHATALANI Client
Shobha and Manu Chatlani
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
Mistry Associates
Area
1500 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
SURI
RESIDENCE Bangalore Designed as a modern interpretation of the Zen garden with the use of materials present at site, existing Sadarhalli stones on the drive way was carefully taken apart and reused interspersed with pebble bands. A visit to the Granite quarries prompted such a conservationist approach. Planting design 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
focused on indigenous species that resembled oriental specimens.
RESIDENCE Bangalore
Client
Harini and Suri
Being an ecologist’s residence, the emphasis was
Team/Contractors
From Architect
on the use of indigenous planting material instead
Architect/Consultants
Vivek Halbe, Srushti Associates
Area
3500 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision
Residential Residential
of exotic plant species. The design of the civil works including selection of materials were intended to reflect their rustic look.
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JOSEPH
RESIDENCE Bangalore
Client
Mr. Joseph
In an urban context, green breathing spaces were
Team/Contractors
From Architect
thought most important , acting as a spill out of
Architect/Consultants
Omar Nisar Associates
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Area
4600 sq.ft.
Scope of Work
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DALMIA
FARM HOUSE-with Shaheer Associates Delhi
Client
Sangeetha and Parag Dalmia
Team/Contractors
From Client
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C.P. Kukreja and Associates, Delhi
Area
1.3 acres
Scope of Work
With Shaheer Associates
A unique project where landscape design and development were undertaken prior to building construction. Landscape Architect: Shaheer Associates
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BATRA HOSPITAL
INSTITUTIONAL-with Shaheer Associates Delhi
Client
Batra Hospital
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
C.P. Kukreja and Associates, Delhi
Area
1.3 acres
Scope of Work
With Shaheer Associates
Built in a limited space as an extension to the older hospital block, the landscape incorporated the functional requirements. Working with levels was centric to fitting this block into the larger scheme. Landscape Architect: Shaheer Associates
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BIRLA CELLULOSIC
Website: www.batrahospitaldelhi.org/
INSTITUTIONAL-with Shaheer Associates Delhi
Client
Birla Cellulose
Team/Contractors
From Client
Architect/Consultants
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The township’s landscape development aimed at employing a diverse plant palette for the site. The emphasis on roadside planting ensured a landscape that responded to vehicular velocity as well
Area
310 acres
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Institutional
beyondBUILT Pvt.Ltd. Landscape Architecture & Heritage conservation
Executive Summary 2015
E-26, Janpura Extension, Delhi Email: admin@beyondbuilt.in Tel: 011-43552960
Preface Heritage Conservation is a field that defines the place of man within the landscape in which he functions, thereby creating land forms rich with both tangible and intagible heritage known as Cultural Landscapes. The effect of Cultural Landscapes extends beyond the borders of a country, and hence, shapes different parts of the world in unexpected ways. This is especially true for culturally rich countries like India that have been a cradle for many diverse cultures and religions. Hence, such places of great historic and cultural value need effective initiatives to protect their dwindling cultural resources in today’s race for rapid development. Sensitive design methodologies that are derived from the ethos of a place are required if we are to progress towards a sustainable, inclusive, diverse and a culturally rich future. Our approach to heritage conservation has always been based on contextual analysis of historic values of the site as a whole as well as of its individual contributing elements. The kind of intervention required, therefore, arises from the inherent qualities of a site and its features. This approach informs a response that is invariably unique and specific to the needs of the place. Thus, the decision to preserve as found, restore to a particular period or reconstruct is based on the values that come out of the nature of the problem. The purpose of this document is to lay out the design approach that is inherent in all our projects, and seeks to address the above mentioned concerns by giving background information, key plans and figures, concise analysis, and main conclusions.
Heritage and Cultural Landscape Projects Jammu & Kashmir Mubarak Mandi
Landscape Projects Punjab
Amrit Anand Bagh, Amritsar
Punjab Sultanpur Lodhi Pilgrim Circuit Ferozpur Freedom trail
Chandigarh Elante
Uttrakhand
Chandi Ghat, Haridwar Kanwar Patri
Haryana Pinjore garden
Delhi
Chhath Ghat Qudsia Ghat
Uttar Pradesh
Badshahi bagh Shooltankeshwar Ghat
Jharkhand Sahibganj Ghat Rajmahal Ghat
Delhi/NCR
Delhi International Airport Mayar Biotech SEZ, Gurgaon Coral Brio, Ghaziabad
Uttar Pradesh
Auto Mall, Lucknow Anand Engineering College, Agra Hindustan College of Science & Technology, Agra BMAS Engineering College, Agra
Mumbai
United States Consulate
Andra Pradesh
Satyam Office, Hyderabad
Karnataka
Madhya Pradesh Dhar Fort
Chhattisgarh Sirpur Tourism Development Plan
Karnataka Lal Bagh case study, Banglore
Tamil Nadu Ootacamund Club, Ooty
Vemagiri Power Generation Ltd., Rajahmundry Cotton County , Hubli Omax Industries, Bangalore Deen’s Academy, Banglaore Paranjpe Offices, Bangalore Waterwoods Apartments, Bangalore Prestige Serenity Apartments, Bangalore Ravichandran’s Apartments, Bangalore Residences, Banglore
SIRPUR TOURISM
DEVELOPMENT PLAN Chhattisgarh
Client
Chhattisgarh Tourism Board
Team/Contractors
INTACH(Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage) Heritage tourism
Conservation Architect
INTACH
Area
6.5 hectares
Scope of Work
Heritage Tourism Management Plan
Sirpur is a small temple town located on the east bank of the River Mahanadi, about 75 km to the northeast of Raipur city. In 5th8th centuries A.D., it was the capital
of
Sarabhapuriyas
and Panduvamsis of South Kosala. Relics dating back to the Stone Age have been discovered
at
a
number
of places along the River Mahanadi. The geological formation in the area dates Heritage Management
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back from Archean times to recent Pleistocene. The site is surrounded by deep forests on almost all sides, particularly on its right banks. As it contained a great number of dwellings for all classes, the king’s palace, and numerous temples in a forested country, it was called ‘
’, i.e. Sripura in historic times.
Our aim for the site has been to develop tourism with the idea of experiencing history within nature. Our approach towards the project ensures holistic planning, discourages cosmetic measures and recognizes the connection between socio-cultural and environmental settings for promoting the heritage experience. This provides the opportunity of being located close to two rural settlements offering means to support a small scale tourism industry which gives further impetus to the socio-economic status of the local community. The proposal involves the design of an integrated development plan comprising of tourist structures and facilities like museum, cafe, interpretation centre and plaza, and planning of a comprehensive network of interpretation panels, instructional signages, sit-outs, and a circuit of pedestrian and motorised pathways. We were also involved in creating well-defined approaches between the numerous sectors of the complex and envisaging a scheme to protect it from the urban development sprouting around the site.
Heritage Management
MUBARAK MANDI
LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT PLAN Jammu
Client
Mubarak Mandi Jammu Heritage Society
Team/Contractors
INTACH
Conservation Architect
INTACH
Area
15 acres
Scope of Work
Master Plan for landscape redevelopment
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The Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex which is regarded as the crown of Jammu city and has developed in phases over the last two hundred years. The complex is sited strategically on a hillock overlooking River Tawi in heart of the old city of Jammu and exhibits a unique blend of Mughal, Rajputana, Sikh and Baroque styles. The
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variety of plants imported during the regime of Maharaja Ranbir Singh. Besides being a heritage building and a place of residence for the royalty, it also served as a hub of political and social activity till the nation’s independence in 1947. Our aim has been to create a reflection of the original characteristics and functions of these spaces as well as to cater to the contemporary urban cultural and recreational requirements . The terrace extends out from palaces on the north eastern side overlooking River Tawi and has a stunning backdrop of hills. Taking advantage of the topography, the beautiful setting and to bring sun in these terraces were built for the ladies of the royal family to sit in and enjoy the view. In the Zanana Court, a sculpturous tree has been introduced, which can be viewed from the entry. Geometric planting layouts have been developed with pathways utilizing brick and stone bands for paving in overall landscape design. Existing elements have been highlighted, and new elements introduced, like a swing over raised platform to symbolise the “Zanana- Palace of Ranis.� Historic Landscape Development
The raised platform on northern side is replaced with shaded green space and the temple facade has been uplifted to merge with the landscape. The Central Courtyard has been designed as per the orientation of the buildings, and the landscape has been developed to highlight the historic context. The open spaces have been organized in the quadratic pattern, to follow the existing architectural style and a large portion of open area has been left to serve as a “mandi� and for multi-purpose cultural activities. Plantations have been retained to maintain filtered views of the building. An organized network of signages, sit out areas and pathways for comfortable and convenient circulation has been developed.
Website: http://www.intach.org/pdf/july-dec-2009.pdf Historic Landscape Development
PINJORE GARDEN LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION Haryana Client
Haryana Tourism
Team/Contractors
MKG Consultants
Conservation Architect
CRCI, Delhi
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36 acres
Scope of Work
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In the town of Pinjore, 20 km from Chandigarh,
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the town of Kalka, the Pinjore Gardens are located at the confluence of the rivers Jhajjar and Kaushalya (tributaries of the Ghaggar River) in the lower Shivalik ranges. This area is culturally rich with sites of historic, archaeological, religious and symbolic significance, many of which were in existence long before the creation of the gardens in the Mughal period. Landscape Conservation
The gardens were laid out in 1669 during Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s reign, by his foster brother Fidai Khan, Governor of Punjab. This 36 acre terrace garden was conceived to serve as a pleasure resort echoing the classical Shalimar gardens of Kashmir. Inspired by the presence of perennial springs in this region, a central water channel bisected two perfect square garden plots at an upper and lower level. The chahar bagh at the upper level is spread across six acres with a 30 acre chahar bagh at a level 6 metres below. The entire garden is enclosed with high stone masonry walls with octagonal bastions marking the corners. The infusion of geological features such as an active fault scarp employed as a design feature divides the two chahar baghs, laid out in the idyllic locale of the Morni hills giving these gardens the distinction of being the only Mughal era pleasure gardens outside Kashmir. While it was conceptualised as primarily a private space for royalty with the Darbar space for public use, in the second half of the 20th century it became a public space in entirety. The patronage too has changed from royalty to an organisation of a democratic government, the Department of Tourism, Government of Haryana. Inadequate understanding of the significance of this historic garden has caused loss of valuLandscape Conservation
able historic fabric and dilution of the essence of the garden design. The central water channel, which was conceived for the natural spring water has now been covered by layers of modern, inappropriate materials. It was, therefore, essential to devise a contextual approach for conservation of this historically rich garden. The landscape conservation methodology is based upon the nature of historic value of the garden as a whole as well as of its individual contributing elements. Further, based upon these values the intervention needed to emerge from the level of transformation, addition or subtraction from its value, in each of the garden areas and components namely, the central water feature, the orchard plots, the entrance courts, the boundary walls and gates, the vegetation, the garden pavilions etc. Therefore, the decision to preserve as found, restore to a particular period or reconstruct will depend on the above factors. This programme of garden conservation and use of a combination of approaches offers a unique opportunity to present these to the public as a showcase of the available tools that may be employed in the future of garden conservation in India.
Landscape Conservation
The garden conservation approach for the Pinjore Gardens was centred on reversal of the ‘wow’ factor where de-congestion of the central axis was the prime focus. In order to ensure that the garden continued in its use as a public space offering open-air recreation, it was proposed to undertake conservation works in the upper plots under the first phase of works. As the central channel formed the lifeline of the garden, rejuvenation of water supply from its natural source, the spring, ensured a continuous flow of water in this landscape. Analysis of various features such as the relationship of the channel with adjacent planting or pathways suggested restoration of the original central water feature stream to string a terraced landscape, thus reviving the original character of the gardens.
Landscape Conservation
DHAR FORT
DETAILED PROJECT REPORT Madhya Pradesh
Client
World Monument Fund
Team/Contractors
Annabel Lopez
Conservation Architect
Vijay Amujure
Area
15.2 acres
Scope of Work
Research, analysis and preliminary proposal for site development 2000 2004 2008 2012
Located in the plateau and mountainous region of Malwa in Madhya Pradesh, Dhar fort was an important military outpost. It was built in 1010 A.D. by Raja Bhoja and was expanded to its current size by 1776 A.D. History reveals how the site was under the constant conquest by a number of dynasties. During the reign of the Paramaras from the 9th to the 13th centuries, Dhar became Heritage Management
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the new capital of the Malwa region. As Al-ud-din Khalji captured Dhar and Malwa in 1305 A.D., the region was under the Delhi Sultans for a century. Due to the strategic location of the fort and with further conquests the fort developed with architectural styles from various eras of architecture, making it a historically rich site. The fort is built on a high mound in an area of 15.2 acres and is accessed by five entrance gateways that lead to several courts, enclaves, and a baoli. The form of the fort evolves out of the landscape and respects the topography and natural grading of land. It also carries important religious significance and is a fine example of the Vaastu Shastra principle of architecture and design which aligns features along key cardinal axis. The presence of a baoli at the lowest point of the Dhar plateau indicates the storage of runoff from the fort. Restoration of the baoli and its surroundings can help in the development of the baoli terrace as a garden, as these may have existed as the Udhyan from Raja Bhoja’s time. The baoli enclave also has some historic trees which can be conserved to retain the context. The Dhar fort has seen a number of rulers who have played a vital role in creating the fort that exists today. Festivals that were celebrated during the Parmar reign Heritage Management
such as the Vasant Utsav are celebrated till date in this region. Sparse settlements exist at the fort premises today and it offers a large open space for recreation. The historic significance of Dhar makes it an important heritage site which can tell a number of stories to its visitors. Certain areas of the fort have witnessed a number of developments and destructions with the progress of time. A detailed survey of the sub-surface reveals the presence of design features which, when developed, can be used for various activities such as heritage walks that can be conducted at the fort premises.
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SULTANPUR LODHI
PILGRIM CIRCUIT Punjab
Client
Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board
Team/Contractors
CEA (Consulting Engineers Associates)
Conservation Architect
Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. with Pankaj Modi & Krupa R.
Area
2.2 km
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of heritage trail
Sultanpur Lodhi is an ancient town in the Kapurthala district of Punjab. The
sanctity
of this holy township, rivals that of Nankana Sahib. It was at Sultanpur Lodhi that Guru Nanak Dev Ji, spent 14 years of his life before attaining enlightenment. Tourism Department, Government of Punjab proposes to develop an Integrated Pilgrim Circuit throughout Punjab State. Heritage Tourism
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Our proposal looks at an overall improvement of the trails connecting the Gurudwaras, Quila and Hadira. Interwoven with these trails, an overall landscape and environmental improvement scheme using signage, street furniture, tourist facilities, pathways, information kiosks, parking spaces and appropriately planted vegetation are included in the scope of this work to enhance the pilgrim experience. The primary strategy was to restore damaged sections of the gateway and provide a compatible use to it, to regulate usage and maintenance of the structure. Adaptive re-use strategies suggest a costume or processional gallery. The gateway lies along the bi-annual ‘Prabhat Feri’, one in honour of Bibi Nanaki Ji and Guru Nanak Ji, when the Guru Granth Sahib is taken around town in a ‘palki’ along a set path, visiting all the principal gurudwaras of the town enroute. Hence, it was suggested that the principal gateway can be adapted into a gallery where visitors experience the processions through audiovisual presentations and display of regalia associated with it and understand the history and significance of these rites.
Heritage Tourism
FEROZPUR
FREEDOM TRAIL Punjab
Client
Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board
Team/Contractors
Mr. Yashpal
Conservation Architect
Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. with Pankaj Modi & Krupa R.
Area
7 acres
Scope of Work
Research, analysis and proposed Site Management Plan
The town of Ferozpur is significant as it is the land of martyrs like Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev. The town’s historical and religious buildings, visible remnants of its historical built environment and their association with well known historical personalities have contributed to make this place a significant heritage site and an important destination for tourists.
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Ferozpur city, situated on the Indo-Pakistan border, in historic times was a trade centre for this region. According to some sources, Ferozshah Tughlak who had a passion for founding cities founded Ferozepur in the 14th century. The conservation strategy for the site has evolved out of the identified issues and the best way to tackle them. The site is nationally and regionally important and describes the values associated to it, which includes the freedom struggle of the martyrs Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev who were the most influential revolutionaries of the independent movement .Their bodies were brought along of river Sutlej for an unceremonious cremation. The conservation strategy in designing different areas of the park has evolved out of the identified issues and the best way to tackle them. Existing structures are integrated within the park setting. A smooth circulation pattern is created between the pier gateway, irrigation rest house along the river front and such that they reflect each other. Subsequently, a site management policy has been devised for regular maintenance of the site.
Heritage Tourism
BADSHAHI BAGH
DETAILED PROJECT REPORT Uttar Pradesh
Client Team/Contractors
INTACH -
Conservation Architect
INTACH
Area
24 acres
Scope of Work
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Heritage sites of Fatehabad including the walled garden near Agra go back more than 350 years in history. Located on the outskirts of the city and taken over for establishment of government offices has had a dual effect on the garden. This has been beneficial in the way that the garden boundary has remained intact. However; conversely, the garden layout, vegetation and other features have Documentation and Analysis
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fallen into disrepair or have completely disappeared. Badshahi bagh Fatehabad is a garden complex, evidently built in 17th century Mughal India, which lies forgotten and in an advanced state of dis-repair. In the absence of adequate documentation as to its original purpose, there is no conclusion on whether it served as a pleasure garden or functioned as a royal hunting palace. The study undertaken attempts to add to the body of knowledge in existence regarding the role of this garden while also aiming to identify current issues and a direction for its viable future. Historic sources state that
Badshahi bagh was
built in the year 1659 A.D. as a pleasure garden by Emperor Aurangzeb to celebrate his victory over his brothers for the Mughal throne. The town of Samugarh is said to have been renamed Fatehabad by the Emperor Aurangzeb in commemoration of this as is evident in its name. However, some historic accounts describe the towns around the battle region as having hunting-lodges built by Shah Jahan and Jehangir. The original layout of the Badshahi bagh seems to have been a traditional char bagh with a central pavilion and four quadrants of planted area. The Documentation and Analysis
North-South orientation of the central pavilion and the rest of the complex further points to the care taken while laying out the entire bagh. The style of architecture within the bagh may be placed either in the late or post Shah Jahan period. The Badshahi bagh, as a repository of Mughal architecture and garden planning, has immense historical, cultural, and archaeological significance derived especially from its association with Emperor Aurangzeb (1658-1707 A.D.). The Conservation study for Badshahi bagh sought to investigate and document its physical fabric and relationship with context. An overarching vision of the project is to showcase a purpose specific approach to the cause of unprotected rural heritage in India, contributing to a growing number of success stories in this segment.
Website: www.intach.org Documentation and Analysis
Fig-Geometric Analysis of Wells
Fig. Geometric Analysis of Baradari
Fig.- Geometric Analysis Of Chhatris
OOTACAMUND CLUB
RENOVATION Ooty
Client Team/Contractors Architect/Consultants Area Scope of Work
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Ootacamund Club, one of India’s elite clubs, had its foundation in 1842 when the private residence of Mr Rumbold was converted into a club. Additional wings were swiftly added and today the club occupies a site of a few acres within the city of Ooty. It has seen many changes: parts of the club lands were sold off, and Indians can now become members while earlier it was meant only for Europeans.
Heritage Conservation
BAOLI, TALIMABAD
ENTRANCE GARDEN -with Shaheer Associates Delhi
Client
Talimabad Educational Society
Team/Contractors
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Conservation Architect
Shaheer Associates
Area
0.5 acres
Scope of Work
Research and design proposal
Landscape development of a historic baoli in the heart of an educational area in Talimabad entailed minimail intervention with the use of natural stone was used to build pathways,steps and retaining walls. Grading was employed to match the levels of the baoli structure with the landscape that sur2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
rounds the historic site.
HUMAYUN’S TOMB
HERITAGE LANDSCAPE-with Shaheer Associates Delhi
Client
Aga Khan Trust for Culture
Humayun’s tomb, Delhi, built in 1570 was declared
Team/Contractors
From Client
as a UNESCO WHS in 1993, AKTC funded the res-
Conservation Architect
Shaheer Associates
Area
30 acres
Scope of Work
Research and design proposal
toration, of the water courses and planting works. We worked as part of the team at Shaheer Associates, Delhi , the main landscape consultants.
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KANWAR PATRI
Pilgrim Trail
PILGRIM PATH Haridwar
Client
Lahmeyer GKW consult
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
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5.6 km
Scope of Work
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Design guidelines for the development of a pilgrim path seek to create an environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive cultural tourism development of the Kanwar Patri, Haridwar. The guidelines aim to provide and/or improve basic infrastructure, services and safety and most of all the enhance the experience of the ‘yatra’ itself.
Heritage Tourism
TYPICAL MODEL FOR VIABLE GHATS
CHANDI GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Uttarakand
Client
Ministry of Water Resources, River development & Ganga Rejuvenation
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
0.78 km
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of ghats
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Chandi Ghat, Haridwar lies on the banks of the River Ganga in the state of Uttarakhand. The Ganga’s sanctity makes it a valuable river, holding a special place in the Indian ethos. The ghat has been perceived as an interface of the river and people.The axes of approach are defined visually by the gateways for easier movement of people through the ghat. Paving patterns through the promenade keep the linearity of the ghat in continuum with the river’s direction of flow. The material palette for hardscape and softscape responds to the flood levels of the river, thus maintaining the site context. The ghat has been percieved as an open space that celebrates the river as a vital component of Haridwar, and aims at rejuvenating the surrounding premises. River development & rejuvenation
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SHOOLTANKESHWAR GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Uttar Pradesh
Client
Ministry of Water Resources, River development & Ganga Rejuvenation
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
2.78 acres (0.13 km)
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of ghats
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The ghat has been designed for public use with areas delineated for private functions. Women’s bathing area is one such function that has been incorporated into the existing ghat area. Access and connectivity with the newly developed part of the ghat is such that it provides additional privacy to these areas. New elements have been added to the existing ghat area that enhance the experience and make it more user friendly. These include railings, platforms, wider steps that function as long stretches of sitting areas, planter beds, changing rooms and a ramp for universal accessibility. The entire ghat area has been designed for the high flood level as well as the low flood level. Website: wapcos.gov.in River development & rejuvenation
QUDSIA GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Delhi
Client
Ministry of Water Resources, River development & Ganga Rejuvenation
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
0.64 km
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of ghats
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The ghat was originally an extension of Qudsia Bagh, located close to Kashmere Gate, the two being important historical sites of the city. The ghat can connect and revive the cultural aspects of the area, promote ecological sustainability along with economic activity, and enliven a range of users to explore the riverfront. Running parallel to the river across the length of the site, the ghat will act as a promenade. Chattris along the ghat offer shelter and pleasant seating opportunities looking out over the Yamuna. The concept of this area is to create a multi-functional ghat leading to the ecological island and river, while also serving as a recreational promenade along the riverfront. Website: wapcos.gov.in River development & rejuvenation
CHHATH GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Delhi
Client
Ministry of Water Resources, River development & Ganga Rejuvenation
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
0.21 km
Scope of Work
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A relatively new ghat that is situated on the east bank of the Yamuna near the ITO intersection, the chhath ghat has been built specifically for the Chhath puja which takes place every year close to Diwali. During the non-festive season the ghat’s main use will be for recreation and social opportunities. This includes walking, bird and wildlife watching, and boating. Open spaces have been designed and kept clear to allow an array of informal activities. This allows the larger spaces that are used during festivals to cater to recreational purposes in the non-festive season. This was critical in order to add to the cultural significance of the ghat.
Website: wapcos.gov.in River development & rejuvenation
SAHIBGANJ GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Jharkhand
Client
Sahibganj Nagar Parishad, Urban Development Department, Government of Jharkhand
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
1.67 km
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of ghats
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The main purpose of the design is to make the riverfront multi-functional through appropriate design. The main elements of the riverfront include a promenade, bathing ghats and ferry ghat along with landscape terracing. No existing ghat structures have been destructed in the process. Rather, each ghat has been redeveloped, with additional facilities incorporated into the design, retaining the cultural and religious importance of the river. The concept was to create a holistic design for the entire stretch of Sahibganj ghats by linking them with a River development & rejuvenation
promenade and treating Ghat spaces as pause points where religious and recreational activities can take place. Each ghat space was provided with infrastructure facilities like toilets, change rooms, safety chain, etc. while retaining the ambience of the place, and creating user friendly and well-designed spaces with the introduction of landscaping elements like chabutras, platforms, planters, seating areas and informal shops. These additional design elements were treated as an extension to existing features and not meant to replace them. Thus an attempt was made to create a design that derives out of the existing design vocabulary of the place and merges into its surroundings.
River development & rejuvenation
RAJMAHAL GHAT
RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Jharkhand
Client
Rajmahal Nagar Panchayat, Urban Development Department, Government of Jharkhand
Team/Contractors
Not tendered
Architect/ Consultants
Sub consultant to WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services)
Area
2.25 km
Scope of Work
Research, analysis, design and development of ghats
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A proposal for redevelopment of existing ghats aimed at providing new facilities to improve the riverfront ecologically and to give it a new cultural and civic identity. All ghats feature a Promenade to provide a continuous usable river edge. The ghat development plan for Rajmahal has been developed with a view to create environmental awareness for cleanliness of the river. This can transform the water front areas from marginal use and connect to the main stream, public activity. It, therefore, intends to improve the city life, greatly enhance ecological awareness in order to prevent disposal of untreated sewage into the river, and also prevent solid waste dumping on the river banks. River development & rejuvenation
The main planning impetus is to make the riverfront multifunctional through appropriate design. No existing ghat structure has been destroyed in the process. Rather, each ghat has been redeveloped, with additional facilities incorporated into the design, retaining the cultural and religious importance of the river. The main elements of the Rajmahal Riverfront Development include bathing ghats, cremation ghat, recreational ghats, promenade and landscaped terracing. Ghat spaces have been provided with infrastructure facilities like toilets, change rooms, safety chain, and ramp for universal access, while retaining the ambience of the place, and creating user friendly and well-designed spaces with the introduction of landscaping elements like chabutras, platforms, viewing decks, planters, seating areas and informal shops.
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS June 2015
“Landscape Design for L&T Multi Use Development, Chandigarh”
April 2006
Published in the Journal of Indian Institute of Architects
June 2015
“Women in Landscape Architecture” Published for the Women In Architecture Conference
February 2006
“Nature of Fortifications” June 2015
June 2015
To be published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing for the ICOFORT 2015 Conference
“Open Cities, Closed spaces: Envisioning inclusive landscape design”
October 2004 September 2001
Published by Architecture+Design
August 2014 December 2013 October 2013
March 2010
June 2010
Spring 2007
August 2006
“Drawing on the historic to inform contemporary landscape aesthetics”
June 2001
Published in Architecture Update, Vol. 7, Issue 11
“Scene Building” Published in Architect and Interiors India, Vol. 5, Issue 7
May 2001
2000
Conservation Briefs: Guidelines for preparation of a Heritage Management Plan Published by INTACH
October 1999
“Lal Bagh: A Case study of Landscape Conservation” Published by Journal of Landscape of Architecture
“Contemporary treatment of Historic gardens, issues and insights”
Published in Journal of Indian Institute of Architects; Part II, Vol. 71, Issue 8
“Navigating the Crossroads”
Published as a part of ISOLA Annual Conference Proceedings
“Working Conservation, Conflicting perceptions”
Paper published in Seminar, an Indian Conservation journal
“Open Space Planning -To Rid Delhi of Its Drainage Dilemmas” Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP
Article, Compilation of information on heritage and nature walks in the famous 20th Century Gardens designed around 14th15th Century Sayyid-Lodi monuments in Lutyen’s Delhi published in Journal of Landscape Architecture
A Modern Tradtionalist: Interview with Prof. Ravindra Bhan
“Landscape Development around Terminal 3 & Associated Works” Published in IFLA (International Federation of Landscape Architects) Newsletter
Paper presented at the U.S. ICOMOS Conference in Newport
“Lodi Gardens- A Walk through history”
“Metamallphosis of Urban Recreation” Published in Architecture Update, Vol.8, Issue 5
“Cultural Landscape - An Approach to Heritage Movement in India”
September 1998
Special issue of the Journal of Landscape Architecture dedicated to the works of Prof. Ian Mc.Harg, a leading American Landscape Architect. Prof. Bhan is an eminent Indian Landscape Architect
“Improvement through Empowerment: Restoring the Natural Drainage Channel Network of Delhi”
2000 Journal of the ISoCaRP
“Greenways – towards Environmental Planning of the Urban Fringe of Delhi” Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP
‘River in the life of a city. Yamuna Riverfront developmentan endeavour to revive the past to ensure a sustainable future for Delhi’
Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP Re-published in a Special issue of the Journal of the Indian Institute of Architects dedicated to Landscape Architecture.
BRIEF PROFILE
Nupur Prothi Khanna Landscape Architect and Heritage Consultant
Nupur Prothi Khanna is educated as a Physical Planner
She has contributed to INTACH Conservation Briefs on
(gold medal), Landscape Architect from S.P.A, Delhi and
Heritage Site Management (2010) and been associated
a Heritage Conservationist from University of York. She
with UNESCO Delhi for Hampi World Heritage Site
is Founder and Director of Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd., Delhi,
management Workshop (2008). Deeply passionate
a research based landscape and heritage consultancy
about teaching and training, she was associated with
based in Delhi.
ISoCaRP for training young planners at Urban planning
She won the UNESCO sponsored, ISoCaRP best young
Council (UPC) Abu Dhabi (2013). Associated with her
planner award for her paper on River Yamuna (1998),
alma mater, she has been a visiting faculty member
Charles Wallace Fellowship (2002) for further studies
at SPA Delhi since 1999. She has taken short training
in the UK, European Gardens Trust scholarship (2002)
modules for INTACH Heritage Academy the latest being
for research on drawing parallels between Mughal and
at Badami for Cultural Landscape related to the HRIDAY
Moorish gardens (2003) and an internship at the World
project.
Heritage Centre Paris (2003) and INTACH research
In her career spanning nearly 2 decades, she has worked
scholarship focussed on historic planting (2015). She
on the AKTC project on Humayun’s Tomb gardens,
works and publishes in the realm of contemporary and
Delhi as part of Shaheer Associates (1999-2002),
historic landscape design.
Pinjore gardens, Kalka with CRCI (2004), historic sites in
She has been a member of ICOMOS for a decade and
Punjab with PHTPB; projects in Chattisgarh, Jammu and
was invited to present on Cultural Landscapes of Hampi
U.P with INTACH. Her notable contemporary projects
at the US ICOMOS Annual Conference (2006) and to
besides residences and institutional projects are as local
present on Landscape Protection at a side event at the
landscape consultant for DIAL Terminal 3 (2008-10),
General Assembly, Florence (2014). She is currently a
Elante MUD for L&T in Chandigarh (2010-13) and
member of the International Scientific Committee on
Vemagiri Power plant near Rajahmundry (2005-07).
Cultural Landscapes and Coordinator for the NSC in
Her firm is currently working on water front rejuvenation
India. She is an Executive Committee member of the
projects in North, Central and South India.
Indian Society of Landscape Architecture.