Fig 48- The Lord’s Core

Vehicular Movement around Wankhede

Fig 54- Vehicular Movement around Wankhede Source- Author

Inferences:

1. Major Roads are as wide as 25m (excluding footpaths). 2. This helps to accomodate sufficient riding space for motor vehicles, cycles and pedestrians. 3. Site is surrounded and guarded by heavy transit movements ranging from bus stops for public transports, Churchgate Station at 200 m from Stadium and private vehicles. Presence of bus stops and railway station right in proximity of stadium would help to cater to occupant load. 4. Site is guarded by railway tracks from east, a row of high rises from west and by rows of vegetation and boundary walls from North and South. Thus, the site is highly non-porous and non-inviting. Context around Wankhede

Inferences:

1. Nolli Diagram shows ground is situated amidst a fairly populated built mass. and at a prime location that experiences a high footfall.

2. Site is surrounded by a variety of functions and thus, could experience a large footfall (of a rich demographics) on nonmatch days as well.

3. Site has a great transit accessibility as well. The only issue if that of parking (for private vehicles).

4. The volume and heights of the building in context are comparable to that of Wankhede Stadium.

Fig 55- Context around Wankhede Source- Author

Zoning and Functions: Wankhede

Fig 56- Zoning and Functions: Wankhede Source- Author Circulation: Wankhede

Inferences:

1. Site is rich and diverse in functions. Each stand is provided with offices, restaurants or cafes which not only bring economical benefits to the stadium, but also keep the place active on nonmatch days.

Fig 57- Circulation: Wankhede Source- Author

Inferences:

1. Due to site restrictions, people who use ground frequently i.e. club members, VIPs, Players and Ground staff have a separate front entry. All the spectators enter from the rest of the gates which are opened on match days only.

C Value Calculation: Wankhede

Fig 58- C Value Calculation- Wankhede Source- Author

1. Point of focus are near to boundaries that allow spectators to witness game as a whole.

2. C-values offer a much clear sightline, however the angle of rake is pretty steep, which might cause some problem to spectators. Built-Unbuilt Relationship: Wankhede

Fig 59- Built Unbuilt Relationship- Wankhede Source- Author (Using Rhino7.0 and Grasshopper)

Isometric View (North Side)

Open spaces (unbuilt area) at the stands provide a clear view and perspective of the playing area.

Isometric View (South West Side)

Open spaces (unbuilt area) at the ground level increases the porosity of the building and allows all the users to access the building from anywhere and everywhere.