Academic Work_Master of Landscape Architecture_School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi by Fabeha Fatima

TABLE OF CONTENTS CAMPUS LANDSCAPE THESIS- Landscape Master Plan proposal for Aligarh Muslim University Campus, Aligarh

URBAN PARK SYSTEM Landscape development proposal for Palika Greens, New Delhi

URBAN PARK SYSTEM Landscape development proposal for Aastha Kunj, New Delhi

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE Landscape development proposal for Surajkund, Faridabad

ECOTOURISM Landscape development proposal for Mandu, Madhya Pradesh

URBAN SPACE SYSTEM (Campus plus streetscape) Landscape development proposal for SPA Architecture block, New Delhi

THESIS- Landscape Master Plan proposal for Aligarh Muslim University Campus, Aligarh Aligarh Muslim University, unlike any other University grew in many layers dating back to the 1870s to present date. This piecemeal development led to the creation of many loose ends. There is a need to identify the loose ends of the different layers of the campus and propose a final functional layer which will tie the campus together. Scope of work Proposal of a Landscape Master Plan for the Academic core and Recreational centre. Detail design of Cultural Education Centre and Maulana Azad Library Complex. Aim 1. To embrace the multi layered relationships that exist between older features while judiciously inserting many new elements. 2. To handle the transitions and junctures between places and spaces. 3. To establish strong relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. 4. To create a pedestrian friendly environment and Universally accessible campus. 5. To create University as an arboretum. 6. To utilize the wuzu (ablution) water and other grey water judiciously. 7. To make the campus buildings more connected through a transportation network. 8. Protection and enhancement of landscape character.

THESIS- Landscape Master Plan proposal for Aligarh Muslim University Campus, Aligarh

URBAN PARK SYSTEM Landscape development proposal for Palika Greens, New Delhi The Planning Structure of Connaught place defines Palika bazar as its Node. Recent developments in CP, defines the possibility of integration of central park and Palika Bazar park. Issue no.1: All the three parcels of open spaces are discrete and are divided by roads. City context reveals that Palika bazar lies on the axis terminating at two major features of the city of two different era.- The Parliament & Jama Masjid. Issue no.2: At present the Axis is notional and there is no visual connection to either of the features. Existing Landscape has neither any identity nor functional use that can engage a visitor. Divided into two parcels and inaccessibility has led this prime urban node be disused. Issue no.3: Two parcels of Palika bazar rooftop is disused and inaccessible.

Landscape development proposal for Palika Greens, New Delhi

URBAN PARK SYSTEM Landscape development proposal for Aastha Kunj, New Delhi AASTHA KUNJ is a massive spiritual complex in the heart of Nehru place. Its located just adjacent to the Nehru Place Metro Station. Initially known as Nehru place district park , it is located in South Delhi developed by Delhi Development Authority in 2002. Aastha kunj ‘A Spiritual garden ‘ is housed within three temples of tourist significance-ISKON Temple, Lotus temple and Shiv Mandir . It lies in vicinity of the Violet LIne of Delhi Metro. This Line is also called the “Heritage Line” because it connects the important Heritage places of the City.

“A rejuvenated landscape, a heaven from the monotony of existence, a refuge of unwind, a gateway to meditate, a place to reflect, Aastha Kunj is the new age spiritual garden.” ISSUES The Park lacks designed spaces for users. There are many areas in park which are totally derelict and are hence unsafe . There is no concept of Eyes on street too. The park needs to be developed in layers with more and more variation in spaces. Also, importance should be given to the temples present in the near vicinity since they are of very high architectural significance.

Landscape development proposal for Aastha Kunj, New Delhi

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE Landscape development proposal for Surajkund, Faridabad Surajkund is an ancient reservoir of the 10th century located in Faridabad about 8 km (5 miles) from South Delhi.Surajkund (literal meaning is 'Lake of the Sun') is an artificial Kund (‘Kund’ means “lake” or reservoir) built in the backdrop of the Aravalli hills with an amphitheatre shaped embankment constructed in semicircular form. It is said to have been built by the Gujjar king Suraj Pal of Tomar dynasty in the 10th century. Tomar was a sun worshipper and he had therefore built a Sun temple on its western bank. Occupying a place of pride on the international tourist calendar, more than a million visitors throng the Mela during the fortnight including thousands of foreign tourists. The Surajkund Mela is unique as it showcases the richness and diversity of the handicrafts, handlooms and cultural fabric of India, & is the largest crafts fair in the world. The Mela is organized by the Surajkund Mela Authority & Haryana Tourism in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs. The Mela celebrates the unique diversity of Indian traditions and culture in a ambience, created to represent the ethos of rural India. Surajkund International Crafts Mela showcases some of the most exquisite handlooms and handicrafts of India. Handmade fabrics soaked in ethnic colours make an eye catching display for the visitors. The design proposal included the research on water in Surajkund (its origin and calculations). Also, a master plan proposal for the whole Surajkund precinct and the redesigning of Surajkund Mela.

Landscape development proposal for Surajkund, Faridabad

ECOTOURISM Landscape development proposal for Mandu, Madhya Pradesh Mandu or Mandavgad is a ruined city in the present-day Mandav area of the Dhar district. It is located in the Malwa region of western Madhya Pradesh, India, at 35 km from the Dhar city. In the 11th century, Mandu was the sub division of the Tarangagadh or Taranga kingdom . This fortress town on a rocky outcrop about 100 km (62 mi) from Indore is celebrated for its fine architecture. The aim of this project was to imply the Principles of Eco tourism in Mandu which would enhance the present cultural, environmental and economic aspect of the Plateau. A rich study of vegetation, hydrology, geology, access and circulation, monuments historical planning aspect and their interrelationship was done and hence the design was arrived at.

Landscape development proposal for Mandu, Madhya Pradesh

URBAN SPACE SYSTEM (Campus plus streetscape) Landscape development proposal for SPA Architecture block, New Delhi The Site lies in a highly urbanised area of Central Delhi. Most of the structures and buildings here came up in the first few decades after Independence and reflected the post-colonial Nehruvian aspirations of “building the new Republic” and the “free press”. This area lies half a km away from the river Yamuna. The ITO intersection is one of the most congested areas in the city, with the entire flow of traffic from east Delhi to the rest of the city and vice versa. going through this intersection. Over 1.75 lakh vehicles use the ITO intersection every day. The Architecture block of SPA is approximately a kilometre away from ITO Metro Station & about 800 metres away from Indraprastha Metro Station. The project focuses on the designing of urban space system in a real life situation. It addresses the landscape design of the Architecture campus of SPA Delhi, its immediate surroundings including the cemetery & street linkages to the planning campus. AIM Integration of internal & external spaces through landscape design. Designing with realistic parameters & designing distinct spaces of different functions & characters in a unified landscape design. Using landscape to provide a cohesive design vocabulary. Using basic principles of sustainable design in the project.

Landscape development proposal for SPA Architecture block, New Delhi

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