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Viega Supports IndiaSkills 2018 And Trains The Winners for WorldSkills 2019

ndia is one of the world’s most dynamic growth regions and the construction industry is one of its key sectors. This development automatically leads to ever higher equipment standards in building services engineering, especially in heating and sanitary installations. To ensure that this performance level is consistently improved, welltrained specialists are urgently needed. Viega, one of the world’s leading system suppliers for installation technology, is therefore actively supporting “IndiaSkills 2018”, the national vocational competition for young professionals, together with the Indian Plumbing Skill Council (IPSC) and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Along with the monetary sponsorship most importantly this support includes the provision of installation material in plumbing such as PE-Xc pipes and fittings, concealed cisterns, flush plates and tools. Additionally, Viega also provided intensive training for the champions from Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Odisha and Maharashtra. The next goal will be the participation of the winners at the 2019 WorldSkills professional championships in Kazan, Russia. Viega has already pledged the necessary support for this event as well.

Anna Viegener, Chief Strategy Officer and Viega shareholder: “One of the main reasons for the success of Viega installation systems is the skill of the trained craftsmen who install these systems – in Europe and America as well as in Australia and India. For this reason, we have been supporting the qualified training of young people in the relevant professions for many years. Both IndiaSkills 2018 and the WorldSkills next year in Russia are an excellent opportunity to make more people aware of these demanding professions and to showcase the technological perspectives of home automation.” IndiaSkills 2018 IndiaSkills 2018, opened a few days ago by Energy Skills Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan in Delhi, is an initiative created by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), part of the Indian Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). This year, the 400 winners from 27 regional elimination competitions in 46 current and eight traditional professions and 4 presentation competitions will take took part in the professional championship organised by AeroCity grounds. This year, for the first time, people with disabilities also took part in ten other competitions. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan underlined the importance of the competition in his opening speech: “It is the Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision to make India the skill capital of the world and the IndiaSkills Competition is another initiative towards realising this.” Mr Vinay Gupta, Vice-Chairman of the Indian Plumbing Skills Council, also emphasised the importance of the professional championships as a signal for the qualified training of professionals: “IPSC endeavours to create an ecosystem in which the youth of our country aspire to become skilled professionals. With the initiatives of the Skill India Mission, such as IndiaSkills competitions, we aim to motivate young talent to come forward, hone their skills, represent their family/village/state & trade and become role models for future generations.”

About Viega: Viega was founded in Attendorn, Germany, in 1899. Worldwide, more than 4,000 people are employed by the Viega Group, which is among the leading manufacturers of installation technology for plumbing and heating. The range consists of approximately 17,000 articles in the product categories of piping systems as well as flushing and drainage technology. They are used nearly everywhere: in building services installations, in utilities or in industrial plant construction and ship building. Since 2005 Viega has operated successfully in the Indian market. After several years with independent sales representatives, in 2015 the legal entity Viega India Pvt. Ltd. was founded in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, to foster the company’s local footprint in India. This includes investments in a production facility in Sanand to better serve local market needs. Sales and service teams are present in all the major cities in India.

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One of the oldest and most respected design forums in India, the 361° Conference is an initiative by Indian Architect & Builder, under the aegis of Jasubhai Media, to inspire a truly relevant discussion on architecture. The Conference establishes a thought – exchange program with lectures and discussions chronicling a multitude of ideas and innovations that have had a significant impact on our habitats. Through the years, the conference has connected various disciplines of design, by offering dialogue opportunities across essential themes like Architecture and the City, Architecture & Identity, Architecture of Purpose, New Spirit in Architecture, Design & Informal Cities, Earth Matters, Imagining Urban Futures, Material Innovations & Discourse, Intuition & Syntax in Architecture.

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Late Charles Correa, India Padma Vibhushan, Padmashri, RIBA Gold Medal

Massimiliano Fuksas, Italy Crystal Globe IAA Grand Prix 2015

Peter Rich, South Africa Building of the Year award at WAF

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ARCHITECTURE 44 Contemporary ideas, traditional execution The Java Rain resort in the hills of Chikmagalur designed by Cadence Architects pays homage to traditional, common-sense architecture and simultaneously questions the notions and perception of ‘resorts’ as a typology. 58

Vibrant spaces for learning and living The YWCA Campus in Dwarka, New Delhi by Morphogenesis provides its residents and students a safe ‘home away from home’ space that is open yet private, and invokes a strong sense of belonging.

A case of serious play The Maya Somaiya Library by Sameep Padora & Associates captivates not only by means of its form but also the theories and arguments that it articulates.

DESIGNING FOR THE FUTURE Prasanna Desai Architects Street Design: The simple & Smart way.

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Hitachi grabs Smart Air Conditioners Company of the Year Award maximization, geographical coverage and penetration, customer value proposition, CSR activities etc. Frost & Sullivan’s industry experts track markets and companies by holding detailed interactions with industry experts, market participants and end users, along with an extensive research of proprietary data to compile the jury evaluation matrix. Nominees are shortlisted based on a structured data and a research backed presentation by Frost & Sullivan’s senior industry experts. Evaluation by an eminent jury panel finally leads to the winner.

dding another feather to its wing and cutting above the rest of the industry players, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India Limited was awarded as ‘Indian Smart Air Conditioners Company of the Year Award 2018’ by Frost & Sullivan, a global research and consulting organization that recognizes and awards companies which show visionary growth, are inspired by innovation and demonstrate thought leadership abilities. The award ceremony was held on 10th October 2018 in Hyatt Regency, Mumbai. More than 5 leading air conditioning companies were evaluated and nominated for this award. Hitachi rose above the rest and bagged this award. Winning this award has re-affirmed Hitachi’s ability to constantly innovate and cutting edge technology deployment to develop products that are synced with end consumer’s requirement. Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Awards are presented every year to companies that have shown significant growth in their respective industries, have identified emerging trends before they become a marketplace standard, and have created advanced technologies that catalyzes and transforms industries. The award is crafted through a rigorous process based on several parameters like product portfolio for

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Hitachi’s ability to deliver smart products comes from its thorough understanding of consumer’s requirement and insights gathered via various market researches. This helps the company in staying at the forefront to develop products and technologies that are innovative, energy efficient, eco-friendly and fulfill the needs of the customers. Our smart AC range is equipped with features such as iClean, iSee, iSense and WiFi technology that make the product stand out in the market. Hitachi’s smart, energy efficient and eco-friendly products and technologies are backed by decades of experience in Air-Conditioning in India. More than 18% products in the line-up are 5 star inverter ACs and green as well. Hitachi has witnessed 24% y-o-y in RAC segment. The Company which manufactures Room AC, VRF Systems, Ductable AC, Chillers and other commercial cooling solutions, has also bagged some prominent Government and B2B segment clients such as Bangladesh Bhavan, Lodha Developers, Oyo Rooms, HDFC bank, ICICI Bank, Kalpataru Group and Ajmera Group. Thus, with such a strong foothold in the country and a strong portfolio, Hitachi has emerged to be a leader in the Indian Smart Air Conditioners Company of the Year Award category in India.

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Shaw Contract’s New Bengaluru Experience Center Achieves the Leed Gold Standard

fully-owned brand of Shaw Industries, the world’s largest carpet manufacturer and leading floor covering provider, Shaw Contract has just received the LEED v4 Gold for Interior Design and construction certification for its newly opened 343 square metres experience center in Bengaluru, India, making it one of the first few projects in India to have achieved this international standard. With this certification, Shaw Contract hopes to lead the design and build community in creating spaces which are better for the planet and better for people. Said Mr Rakesh Lakra, Regional Vice President, Shaw Floors India, “Our approach to creating a better future is thought through every step – from sourcing materials, our manufacturing process to our sales offices and recycling centres. LEED’s rigorous standards made this achievement obligatory for Shaw Contract who has always chosen the environmentally smart approach.” Earlier in 2015, Shaw Industries’ state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Nantong, China, built to cater to customers in the Asia Pacific region, was awarded the LEED Silver status in the New Construction category. The new Bengaluru experience center met high standards in sustainability by integrating more natural light through the effective use of glass panelling, minimising energy consumption and selecting furnishings that is environmentally friendly. The use of Shaw Contract’s own carpet tiles, which are completely recyclable and Cradle to Cradle Certiﬁed™, further contributed to credits and prerequisites set by LEED v4. Shaw Contract is among the few carpet manufacturers in the world that have products that can contribute to all the LEED v4 credits raising the bar in achieving environmental, economic and social impact. Consistent with their commitment to full life-cycle sustainability, the use of their own carpet tiles helped the showroom easily achieve the gold standard. Designed as an open collaborative workspace with pockets of space conducive for people to connect with one another, the Bengaluru experience center was designed without walls. Different spaces were marked out by

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mixing and combining colourful carpet tiles selected from Shaw Contract’s wide award-winning collections. “Shaw Contract’s LEED certification for the Bengaluru experience center demonstrates tremendous green building leadership,” said P. Gopalakrishana, Managing Director, APAC & Middle East Market, Green Business Certification Inc. “LEED was created to make the world a better place and revolutionize the built environment by providing everyone with a healthy, green and high performing buildings. Shaw Contract Bengaluru experience center serves as a prime example of how the work of innovative building projects can use local solutions to make a global impact on the environment.” With the final threads in place, Shaw Contract opened its latest experience center to welcome collaboration from designers, architects and industry partners to explore better solutions using sustainable and environmentally friendly products as demonstrated through its LEED certified showroom. Shaw Contract: As a global floor covering brand, Shaw Contract believes in the impact of design and how to improve how people work, learn, heal and live. Driven by sustainability, our Cradle to Cradle Certified products perform in spaces across the world. The brand has received Best of NeoCon Awards 14 out of the past 15 years and is rated “best overall business experience” by facility managers and designers. The brand is also recognized among Contract magazine’s top ten “Brands that Inspire.” A brand of Shaw Industries, Shaw Contract combines the expertise of the world’s largest carpet manufacturer with the financial stability of a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary. For more details: visit www.shawcontract.com. shaw contract #19/3, Doddamane, 2nd Floor, Vittal Mallya RoadBangalore, Karnataka 560001 SHAW INDUSTRIES, INC. - A Berkshire Hathaway Company

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HP Inc. demonstrates extensive large format printing possibilities at the Media Expo 2018 Displays unparalleled capabilities through the Latex 315, 335 and 570 printers

P Inc., the market leaders in commercial printing, today demonstrated its leading portfolio of Latex printers (HP Latex 315, 335 and 570) with capabilities around indoor and outdoor signage at the Media Expo 2018 in New Delhi. Showcasing the potential of the printers, HP set up creative experience zones across the event area to demonstrate how the printers can bring a brand to life. To fit the needs of businesses and brands alike, HP’s portfolio of Latex printers has a range of applications that are used for outdoor & event banners, point of purchase posters, vehicle graphics, backlits, textiles (Latex 315 and 570) along with labels and stickers, floor graphics, wall decals, window graphics (Latex 335). Visitors at HP’s booth could also see live demos of various Latex applications printed on the devices on display in the five experience zones. The printers displayed at the expo are equipped to provide traditional signage jobs and explore new revenue streams with an extensive range of application offerings. Present at the Media Expo 2018, Vitesh Sharma, Head of Sign and Graphics, HP Inc. said “Printing can play a pivotal role in helping brands drive incredible experiences with consumers. HP is here to help them on the journey to create magic and embrace the limitless possibilities of our printing solutions. Our range of Latex printers and innovative applications which provide improved workflows, will enable our customers to differentiate themselves in terms of print quality and serve their clients in a more cost-effective manner.” The HP Latex printers score high on versatility and are designed to help sign shops, quick printers, small to medium printing companies and large PSPs with production scale requirements easily expand largeformat printing capabilities and break into new application areas. The printers not only provide durable quality and easy operation, but also largely contribute towards building a healthier work environment and sustainable ecosystem with water-based inks which is well suited for sign and display applications like wall coverings, outdoor displays and banners, vehicle wraps, point of purchase posters, backlits and textiles etc. Customized especially for sign shops, quick printers and print service providers (PSPs) to help them grow their businesses, the 54” HP Latex 315 Print and Cut and 64” HP Latex 335 Print and Cut solutions offers more efficient production for a broad range of applications. With

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double speed, managed integrated workflow and HP signage suite advantage to produce more applications without a design skill set, HP creates the best experiences for its customers at a low cost. HP Latex 570 Printer on the other hand has been especially designed to help customers accomplish top quality and high-volume print jobs in a cost-effective manner while experiencing quick and easy loading in one minute with the spindle less pivot table.

About HP: HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for everyone, everywhere. Through our portfolio of printers, PCs, mobile devices, solutions, and services, we engineer experiences that amaze. More information about HP Inc. is available at http://www.hp.com

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3rd R. N. Raikar Memorial International Conference & Gettu-Kodur International Symposium on ADVANCES IN SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY OF CONCRETE 14-15 December 2018, The St. Regis, Mumbai, India

• Confirmed Speakers from over 50 Countries • International Organisation support from Canadian Government • Associaton of High Impact Journals • Journal of Cement & Concrete Composites and Alconpat Revista We are pleased to invite you to the 3rd R. N. Raikar Memorial International Conference, which aims at introducing participants to cutting edge technologies in concrete and to facilitate technology transfers. A galaxy of foreign experts will enlighten the audience. Two towering personalities, Prof. Gettu and Prof. Kodur will be felicitated by convening an international symposium in their honour. DR. S K MANJREKAR, Chair & Honorary Member - ACI & Conference Speaker

The 3rd R.N. Raikar Memorial International Conference brings together industry leaders and researchers who are working together to advance concrete technology around the world. I am looking forward to a memorable experience in India, highlighted by great discussions and friendly socializing with new and old friends. I encourage you to join us in Mumbai in December 2018.

I encourage you to attend the 3rd R.N. Raikar Memorial International Conference that will take place on the 14th and 15th of December 2018 in Mumbai, India. This conference will build on the great success of the two precious conferences, and will bring industry experts from around the world to address the important topic of the science and technology of conference.

PROF. DAVID A. LANGE, President - American Concrete Institute & Conference Speaker

RONALD G. BURG, Executive Vice President, American Concrete Institute & Conference Speaker

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Conference Mentors PROF. SURENDRA SHAH Walter P. Murphy Professor of Civil Engineering at Northwestern University (Emeritus) & Conference Speaker

PROF. MOHAN MALHOTRA Scientist Emeritus at CANMET, Ottawa, Canada & Conference Speaker

PROF. RAVINDRA GETTU Prof. Gettu is currently Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Madras. He is also the first Asian to hold the position of Vice-President in one of the world's most prestigious international bodies of concrete research – RILEM & Conference Speaker.

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Prof. Alejandro Duran Herrera Prof. Paulo Helene

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Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon, University of São Paulo,

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French Institute of Science & Technology for Transport & Development & Networks, France

International Centre for Numerial Chair-ACI 562 Methods in Engineering (CIMNE), BASF Construction Chemicals, Spain USA

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How do you envision the future? Good, bad, idealistic, speculative, rhetoric, abstract, introspective ideas welcome! Abstract: The world is changing rapidly. Beyond environmental concerns, rapid urbanization and urban rural migration, depleting resources and so on, there are political and social shifts, information technology, access to knowledge and communications that affect habitats and inhabitants. In the midst of these charged times, designers, planners and practitioners of the built-environment are riddled with challenges and even opportunities to shape not only cities and structures but also intervene in the everyday by means of design. The above is only a framework and a limited one at that. If your ideas negate, challenge or if you have a starkly opposite take, we welcome it. Terms & conditions: Contest is open to everyone. The illustrations have to be the copyright property of the participant. You may submit one or more than entry. Each image can be accompanied by a caption of minimum 10 words. Winning selections will be published in the February 2019 issue of Indian Architect & Builder.

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Reducing Costs through Effective Specification of Materials & Finishes Surface finishes are enabling Indian Architects & Designers to achieve higher levels of durability and extended material lifespans, as well as cost savings throughout the life of the project. Content & Images: Armstrong Ceiling Solutions

aesthetics of metal ceilings are considering new cutting-edge surface finishes. The most popular of these are powder-coated finishes, on which over 15% of the total industrial finishing market relies. One of the primary drivers of using powder-coat finishes on metals is the value that it adds to the building by presenting a high quality and economical finish. Important Parameters which enhances the life cycle of a Building Durability The durability of a building material is very important to maintain the required performance and aesthetic levels over a given period, contributing to the longevity of a project and therefore, overall returns on investment. India is witnessing massive construction in segments such as transport, healthcare and education, where elevated traffic levels heighten the demand for highly durable ceilings.

ndiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Construction industry is witnessing a surge with annual construction investment anticipated to jump by almost a third over the next five years. This growth will be underpinned by infrastructure development, as well as expanded private sector involvement in construction sector. In spite of undoubtedly positive effects in terms of both economics and overall development, this period of rapid growth does present design and construction professionals with a raft of challenges. The challenges include tight construction budgets, elevated demand for performance, extended product lifespans, and minimal maintenance requirements. Hence, the need to develop best practices for material and finish specification would be critical. In the current industry climate, a responsible construction professional cannot afford to choose a product based on initial purchase price alone. The right finishes can dramatically increase a projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifespan, resulting in savings on maintenance and replacement costs while helping to meet sustainability requirements. Savvy professionals are now selecting products based on their long-term value, flexibility, durability and ease of maintenance over the life cycle of a building. In particular, designers seeking to enhance the performance and Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

Hence to meet the challenges of high traffic projects, designers & specifiers have to select the most suitable ceiling which meets the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s durability on the long-term basis in addition to the value and lifecycle of the building. Architectural Finishes Architectural finishes have now become very important as it can enhance durability by providing impact, scratch, and UV resistance as well as the ability to withstand dust and discolouring. The surface treatment enhances the aesthetics and performance factors of building materials. Powder-coated finishes are one of the strongest, longest lasting, and colour fast quality finishes available in the market. It is resistant to diminished coating quality as a result of impact, moisture, chemicals, UV light, and other extreme weather conditions. Also in comparison to wet paints, powder coating is significantly more resistant to chipping, scratching, fading, and other wear issues. With advent of technology, powder-coated finishes are now available with anti-graffiti polyurethane elements, instead of polyester components. Polyurethane is more durable, more chemically resistant and unlike typical polyester, can be used for exterior applications. Some products are also free of the toxic mutagen, which is known to increase the sensitivity of the skin and respiratory tract and may cause serious eye damage. It is highly recommended for hospital applications.

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Low Maintenance Overlooking the maintenance requirements of a product can be a costly mistake, hence designers and specifiers should select durable, low maintenance finishes, which increases the longevity of a building and its long-term value. The average global lifespan of a building is 70 years, which requires multiple, costly refurbishments during this period. Depending on the quality of interior finishes specified, this needs replacement every 5-10 years. This has led many designers to view the longevity of interior finishes and surfaces as an important factor in the success of a project. Ceilings are important component of interior of any project as they are exposed to many pollutants and if left uncleaned can pose several aesthetic and health issues. If ceilings are not regularly maintained, then they can discolour due to dust build-up, damaging the aesthetics of a space and posing a sanitary problem. Cleaning ceilings attracts a high cost as they are considerably difficult to sanitise. Ceiling cleaning can often cost close to 20% of the price to replace it, which can lead to cleaning becoming overlooked, resulting in aesthetic and health issues. Choosing materials with low maintenance requirements minimises long-term cost, disturbances and day-to-day cleaning in commercial

areas. Metals such as aluminium or steel are ideal as they offer an inert and inherently hardwearing surface that is hygienic and low maintenance, without compromising on aesthetics. Metal, acoustic and suspended ceilings can exceed 25 to 40 years depending on material wear and tear. Certain powder coated ceiling products from reputable suppliers can enable projects with low maintenance costs as they can be easy to clean, with some advanced products possessing an anti-microbial surface that is dust repellent and resistant to mould, mildew and bacterial growth. Economic Benefits The economics of a project stretch well beyond the initial cost of construction. As awareness of environmental issues has increased, designers, specifiers and their clients have shifted their focus to value-efficient specification. There is a renewed push to consider the lifespan of materials, including the cost of maintenance and how the end user can benefit from more efficient specification. As much as 80% of the expenses of a building arise during its usage, compared to the building stage (15%), planning (2%) and demolition (3%). The ability to influence these costs is highest during planning. To secure a favourable return on investment, building owners and designers must choose materials that are durable, fit for purpose and efficient to achieve a longer lifespan and, therefore, a higher return on investment. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

For example, the cost of repairing ceilings within commercial environments is directly proportionate to the labour cost and time required, and choosing materials with a long lifespan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as powder coated ceilings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; significantly reduces the need for repairs or replacement, thus slashing labour costs and time requirements. Along with their low maintenance requirements, high-quality powder coated ceiling options maintain a brighter, attractive appearance for longer, ensuring a project preserves its value and provide peripheral benefits. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

Polyurethane based powder coating can provide excellent performance and appearance. A powder coat finish that meets all the parameters involved in enhancement of the lifecycle of the building, enables designers to reduce the long term cost of the project. TrioGuard is a polyurethane based powder coat finish developed for exclusive use with Armstrong MetalWorksÂŽ Ceiling Solutions. The coating addresses ceiling maintenance, appearance, hygienic challenges, and longevity in a single product, TrioGuard repels dust build-up ten times more effectively than untreated ceiling tiles through effective specification of materials & finishes.

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FUTURE 14 th -15 th FEBRUARY 2019 NEHRU CENTRE, MUMBAI

INAUGURAL SPEAKER 14th FEBRUARY, 2019 MARTHA THORNE

Dean of IE School of Architecture and Design & Executive Director of the Pritzker Architecture Prize

THEME OF THE CONFERENCE

Designing for the future

The world is changing faster than ever – socially, technologically, environmentally, politically, and economically. In the midst of these shifts, designers have the crucial task of thinking about what our future will look like and how we will interact with it. The future of design will be more about what we do with our time through an array of technology supported options. Sustainability and the need to mitigate the impact of climate change will also require advanced technological solutions to improve energy efficiency. Designers and architects’ role will be to anticipate people’s interactions with technology and provide them with products, living and working spaces that help solve the many challenges the future will bring.

Keynote Speakers Alireza Taghaboni, nextoffice,

Gurjit Singh Matharoo,

Architect Pinkish Shah,

Ayaz Basrai,

Shubhra Raje,

Prashant Dhawan,

Studio of Architectural Research & Design Tehran, Iran

INAUGURAL SPEAKER 15th FEBRUARY, 2019

The Busride Design, Mumbai, India

ENRICO DINI, UK

Matharoo Associates, Ahmedabad, India

Shubhra Raje, Built Environments, India & USA

S+PS Architects, Mumbai, India

Dr. Reinhard Koenig,

Chair of Information Architecture, ETH Zurich

Bio Mimicry, India

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ecently in Mumbai, the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands organized their annual festival titled – ‘Holland meets Mumbai’. For the Consulate, the festival had one very clear objective – it was conceptualized to create a platform that sustains dialogue between India and the Netherlands from a government, business and people-to-people perspective, across sectors. One of the main events within this was on the Creative Industries, a workshop titled: ‘Creating Attractive Outdoor Spaces’. Prior to the workshop, the designers visited the prestigious design school Indian School of Design & Innovation (ISDI), for a lively discussion on Indian urban design to increase their understanding of design in India. During the workshop, renowned Dutch designers interacted with a panel of

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prominent Indian designers to examine differences and similarities between both countries in the approach to ‘public space design’, with a focus on applicability to the Indian context. The overall theme for the day was set to reflect on possibilities of Indo-Dutch cooperation in the field of urban design. In most urban areas with high population density, the main challenge has often been centred around the question – ‘how to efficiently use public spaces?’. This has become even more relevant, since in the current times, activities related to televisions, smartphones and video games have taken a centre stage in the lives of the modern generation. Given that, professionals involved in the design of outdoor

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environments have a complicated task of designing an attractive and financially viable outdoor open space that can mobilize public attention. The workshop was specifically tailored to address this very need further, to arrive at ‘shared solutions to common topics’ in India and the Netherlands. As a key component to the whole day, several Dutch designers presented their unique perspectives on urban design. Collaboration between Michiel Martens, Jetske Visser and Adriaan de Man, Dutch Design Studio Martens & Visser has innovation embedded into its DNA. Using new techniques and data for creating mesmerizing installations, central to their work lays themes of movement and

transformation inspired by nature, physics and material characteristics. Striving for a quality that mixes marvel and wonder with a use of material and digital techniques, they have worked for several Dutch and international organizations. In terms of their ideas on urban design, they believe that an absolutely crucial factor is how design interacts with the audience. Michiel says, ‘’With our work, we want to mesmerize people, no matter what background, culture or age. A good example of this is our work on Reflecting Holons. To describe, these are big moving mechanical twinkling drops of what looks like a fluid, constantly changing shape and colour as if they were soap bubbles. Somehow it reminds people about their childhood, and the feeling of joy and peace associated with it. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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We think design and innovation should give people a good feeling, it brings people together”. Similarly, Nadine Roos, owner of Rotterdam based HUNK-design strongly believes that cities should have a social identity. HUNKdesign works on creating spaces where optimal social interactions can occur, where the development of knowledge can be pulled to a higher level and result in a place where nobody feels excluded. She says, “Cities are the place for urbanites to achieve their potential and dreams. With our designs, we strive to create such cities that one can fall in love with”. Nadine’s unique studio operates in the field of architecture, interior design and interventions in the public domain. One of their most well-known projects is the ‘Flying Grass Carpet’ together with Studio ID Eddy, which won accolades in the design and public space arena. A unique, temporary and fun park installation that is designed to look like a gigantic Persian rug with different patterns executed in types of artificial grass - the Carpet is a social art piece that shows how connected everyone is. The Carpet has travelled to more than 25 locations across the world, and in that sense, it has created a truly interactive public space. Another one of their wellknown projects is the ‘Playground for Girls’ - the idea behind this was to create miniature parks wherever there might be small pockets of space in a city, thereby making a ‘pocket park’. Designed together with Eric Douma, a Dutch landscape architect, this garden has many flowering plants and pink peddled silvery delights which are quite attractive to children. It is a space imagined for young children to sit down and play together, while their parents relax. Along the same lines, Noa Haim, owner of the Dutch archipleneurship, ‘Collective Paper Aesthetics’, designs and develops audience engagement materials in a scale of pop up architecture and furnishing. Due to the character of her work, the studio designs have often been utilized by organizations with a social aspect. In some of the places she has worked in, her designs have contributed to social inclusion, by empowering minorities & street children. Globally recognized, Haim has previously worked with MUDAM Luxembourg, National Gallery Singapore, Tate Modern, ICA Miami, Louvre Abu Dhabi and more. As the name reflects, Noa’s approach to designing her models is ‘collective’, made to engage with the audience on the principles of STEAM education. (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics). She says, “Instead of understanding aesthetics as an object of desire merely, I find the aesthetics in the collective process of making your own space”. The panellists on the Indian side were noted figures from the Indian creative industry – architect Nitin Killawala, sculptor Arzan Khambatta, architect P K Das and artist Brinda Miller. Prof Amit Sheth, an expert on urban wayfinding moderated the session. Echoing the Dutch ideas on city design, the panellists brought out very key perspectives on Indian urban space. Overall, they brought out the importance of art and the role it can play in making the city environment more positive and in enhancing quality of life. Additionally, democratization of public space and integration of nature in public designs was discussed at length. This echoed with the Dutch concept of ‘designing urban spaces in sync with nature and the environment’. In conclusion, the audience raised a very pertinent question - ‘how do we ensure that public space design is inclusive and accessible in any city in the world?’ A crucial question which left all designers to ponder. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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The Consulate’s Deputy Head of Mission Caroline Rietveld summed up by saying, “The Dutch approach to urban design has always been open, sustainable, it has been about responding to nature while making it relevant to the needs of the public. This approach also reflects India’s attitude towards urban and smart city planning. The Netherlands firmly believes in working towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, no matter in which industry. In fact, SDG 11 ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’ was one of the main concept pegs behind this event. Overall, there is a lot of scope for synergies between India and the Netherlands in the creative industries sector. Our approach in India has always been – whatever I can, we can do better”.

Interested in collaborations with Dutch businesses in this sector? Write to bom-ea@minbuza.nl for information. Featured designers: Noa Haim: collectivepaperaesthetics.com/ Nadine Roos: hunkdesign.com/ Michiel Martens & Adriaan de Man: martens-visser.com/ & adriaandeman.net/

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Contemporary ideas, traditional execution The Java Rain resort, Chikmagalur, Karnataka Text: Sharmila Chakravorty Images: Patricia Parinejad; Create Studio Drawings: CADENCE ARCHITECTS

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The Java Rain resort in the hills of Chikmagalur designed by Cadence Architects not only pays homage to traditional, common-sense architecture but also questions our long-held understanding and perception of ‘resorts’ as a typology. Drawing massively upon its picturesque, natural setting, the resort carefully crafts a strong visual story - one where the views of the valley take centerstage, and the design humbly complements it to facilitate a range of experiences from behind the scenes.

“Buildings should not be subject to fads, but reflect a general and lasting quality...Architecture must be based on utility. Irrespective of symmetry, its intentions should be more direct, as well as its moral and social responsibility... The builder should feel free to reject tradition, free to be scientific, human, non-traditional.” - Marcel Breuer, 1968, Projets et réalisations récentes, Ed. Vincent, Fréal & Co, 1970

or the longest time, we have been conditioned to expect and accept resort architecture in a very specific way, looked at through an extremely precise aesthetic lens. And so, there had to be a sense of drama, tranquility, opulence and grandeur that doesn’t usually exist in the everyday world. After all, a resort was a premium, temporary accommodation that offered the chance to break away from the chaotic monotony of everyday life, and bask in the warm glow of luxurious relaxation. Perhaps this is the reason why resorts in the past were anything but ‘local’, simply because local could never, in our minds, translate into the distinguished luxury we were conditioned to seek. That is also perhaps why even in the most serene natural settings, architecture has tried to intervene and create a stand-out structure that we have come to associate with resorts and high-end hospitality providers.

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We have only recently begun to admit the problem with this mindset, and the architectural response to it. Because ‘traditional’ was always thought of as orthodox, archaic and perhaps even uncivilized, the common sense aspect of traditional, vernacular architecture was lost when it came to resort structures. We ended up with structures that aren’t suited for their surroundings and require too much energy and effort to survive in their site conditions; they were either too hot, too cold, too dry, too humid, too closed, too open… never just right. Thankfully, we see a paradigm shift in the situation today. With growing awareness and willingness to reduce environmental impact, and sensitization of tourists and architects alike, common-sense, local architecture that is contextual and landscape-inspired is now increasingly being preferred – and at the same premium that was once thought to be missing in such local, rustic resort buildings. One such example of common-sense, contextual architecture nestled in the Mullahangiri hills, Chikmagalur is the Java Resort designed by Cadence Architects. Famed for its coffee, Chikmagalur provides a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of busy city life, and lets you enjoy glorious views of the Western Ghats. With a backdrop as amazing as this, designing a resort with the right amount of constraint, is tricky!

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The resort is built on a 40-acre coffee estate, has affords spectacular views of the valley beyond. It comprises a clubhouse, single villas, twin villas, a spa, a restaurant, a tree-house, and other ancillary facilities set against the picturesque backdrop.

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Java Rain attempts, and accomplishes, this with its contemporary style, crafted in traditional techniques with local materials that situate the building in their context and also tie them all together with the common, intangible thread of design thought. The rustic, earthy materials used throughout the resort accentuate their contemporary forms and make the project sustainable, while also imparting a sophisticated, minimalist yet premium quality.

The roof becomes a critical element as the large exaggerated overhangs not only make it theatrical and give a sense of calm and levitation but also become shading devices to cut the glare and heat of the sun.” Though the accommodation options are different from each other in their forms, the materiality and experience remain the same. They are sculptural volumes that are designed to offer maximum contact with nature, both visual and tactile.

The resort is built on a 40-acre coffee estate, has spectacular views of the valley beyond. It comprises a clubhouse, single villas, twin villas, a spa, a restaurant, a tree-house, and other ancillary facilities set against the picturesque backdrop. The built structures are strategically speckled across the site so as to work with, rather than against, the existing natural landscape. It wouldn’t be incorrect to assume that all design decisions are perhaps a manifestation of the desire to place nature and the existing landscape at the heart of the project. For instance, the multi-level clubhouse captures all-around views of the valley, while the roof at the entrance area draws inspiration from flowers of the forest.

The elevated café, aptly named the ‘tree-house’, provides a panoramic view of the scenic site and an adjacent lake. It is perched on the edge of the property over a rocky outcrop with a 270-degree view of the surrounding hills. Further, the spa has massage rooms that open into private courts; the shape of the spa is very organic and is conceived as a womb-like space for the users. This interesting interplay between open and semi-open spaces orchestrates most of the built form’s visual focus over the panoramic views surrounding the site.

The canopy, reminiscent at first glance of the new international airport in Mumbai, uses flowers as an analogy, and the form is conceived to rise up from three distinct points to form a large overhang. The underbelly of this canopy houses the waiting area and the reception, and offers beautifully framed views of the valley beyond. The restaurant too, accessed via a grand helical staircase, offers stunning view of the valley. Below the restaurant, the infinity pool thrusts itself amidst the trees. Overall, the organic geometry of the entire clubhouse enables it to be one with nature, as if an integral part of it, blurring the lines between the site and the structure. Highlighting the versatility and sense of discovery that the resort provides, the architects mention: “The villas question the conventional notion of a cottage with a traditional pitched roof by having a butterfly roof, and are extensively glazed to capture the views around. Every cottage has a large deck which is simultaneously both inside and outside. The decks are as large as the rooms themselves to encourage inhabitants to use them as functional spaces as opposed to just spill over spaces. While the rooms enable a strong visual connection with the landscape, the decks enable a tactile one.

Overall, the resort and its carefully placed components craft a close relationship with the natural setting they exist in. Though contemporary in treatment, the materials used too, invoke a strong connection to nature to ensure a strong spectrum of experiences. The architecture goes on to strongly indicate that there is a growing acceptance for a controlled form of luxury and opulence, which doesn’t need to go overboard to impress today’s savvy guests who are no doubt demanding – only that their demands have been drastically altered by the glocalisation of the world, and realization that far too much damage has been done to the environment due to the insensitive, ill-informed demands of our past.

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Vibrant spaces for learning and living YWCA Campus in Dwarka, New Delhi Designed by Morphogenesis, the YWCA Campus in Dwarka, New Delhi provides its residents and students a safe ‘home away from home’ space that is open yet private, and invokes a strong sense of belonging. Text: Sharmila Chakravorty Images: Suryan//Dang Drawings: Morphogenesis

elocating to a new city for work or education, especially for women in our country, can be quite a challenge. There is the question of safety, of the quality and availability of living spaces, and that of alienation in an unknown city. Hostels do serve the purpose to some extent, given that in essence they are transitional spaces that accommodate students and residents for a very specific period of time, repeating the whole process over and over in time. And perhaps by that logic, they are usually poorly designed spaces. But the YWCA Campus designed by Morphogenesis in the burgeoning sub-city of Dwarka in New Delhi is perhaps an attempt to dispel this perception. The design brief for the Campus intended for use largely by women was to accommodate two distinct yet interrelated functional

programs – residential facilities for working women, and academic facilities for their vocational training. Responding to these prerequisites and limitations, the design strategy applied focusses heavily on sustainability – in true Morphogenesis style. Taking cues from the building’s immediate urban and social context, the design draws upon Morphogenesis’ core philosophy of infusing sustainability at the heart of the design – not as a replaceable part, or for certifications, but as an integral aspect of that dictates every design decision. Sustainability, when viewed through the lens of community, culture, environment, and economics, no longer remains an external factor that needs to be introduced into the design; it becomes the very basis of the design. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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Anticipating that the hot-dry climate might make the use of outdoor spaces throughout the year difficult, the architects set up a microclimate that incorporates traditional, vernacular, passive climate-control tools, reduces dependency on mechanical methods of cooling.

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The architects mention, “The area is surrounded by multiple construction sites hence, the design approach adopted, as a result, is introverted in nature, providing a sense of privacy. The North-East-facing site is flanked with group housing societies on either side and a narrow green belt on the far South-Eastern edge. The morphology of the building has been moderated to create a barcoded rib that serves a dual function of providing shade and acting as storage devices on the inside. The built mass is arranged around a courtyard and houses offices, classrooms, learning spaces, a library, and dormitories. Larger volumes are placed on the South side to cut off the sun and to provide shade to internal courtyards. Multiple verandahs, courtyards, and terraces, allow visual permeability, providing porosity to the built volume, whilst serving as outdoor learning and social spaces.” To lower costs while not compromising on functionality and effect, the design is conceived in the form of a grid, allowing for a cost-effective and optimized structural system. Anticipating that the hot-dry climate might make the use of outdoor spaces throughout the year difficult, the architects set up a microclimate that, by incorporating traditional, vernacular, passive climate-control tools, reduces dependency on mechanical methods of cooling. Traditional jaali-inspired openings allow natural air flow throughout the building, while the central cavity helps hot air to rise, and cool air to circulate. Green spaces and terraces act as thermal buffers, while a subterranean tradition Indian step well or baoli-inspired water body uses evaporative cooling to modulate temperatures. Thus, elements from vernacular architecture are given a modern interpretation so as to be relevant, impactful and responsive to climatic problems, while keeping the costs low. Use of regional but robust materials, a minimal waste strategy, cavity walls and recessed windows, and the use of heat reflective paints, efficient light and low-flow water fixtures further reduce operational and maintenance costs. Challenging preconceived architectural notions and tropes, Morphogenesis has consistently, successfully, used passive climatecontrol tools and contextual design techniques that are innovative yet traditionally tested to create structures that establish themselves as benchmarks in terms of design and execution. The YWCA Campus in New Delhi too is one such environmentally responsive and vibrant space. Morphogenesis’s design approach is an endeavor to make a temporary ‘hostel’ space a ‘home’ for the time it is being used, as a welcoming canvas for making memories and experiences.

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A case of serious play Maya Somaiya Library, Kopargaon, Maharashtra The Maya Somaiya Library’s most captivating feature and function perhaps lie outside and above it. And it is not only the interesting feature and the form that captivates but also the opposing theories and arguments that the structure articulates through its design and construction. Arising from limited opportunities but expected to address multi-fold educational challenges, the library is a metaphor that establishes ideas, raises certain pertinent questions on the local-global conflict and raises the bar on how much more a building (and building-programme) can be, beyond the functions attributed to it. Text: Shriti Das Images: Edmund Sumner Drawings: Sameep Padora & Associates

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he playground and library are possibly the students’ favourite part of school. Play develops cognitive and social skills in a child; reading inculcates mindfulness and order. While the yesteryears of school evoke the fondest memories, one isn’t entirely lying, if “back in the days”, school did seem daunting. And while classroom sessions seemed endlessly long and cumbersome, it was the library and playground that offered respite from order and academia. But seldom were both activities conjoined or intandem with one another, for the practical reason that noise and focussed readings are not the best of friends.

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For the Maya Somaiya Library, the architect’s initial response to the programme perhaps did not involve not fusing the polar elements of reading and play. Neither does the library building cater to “playing” in the literal physical sense of running and engaging in games. But ‘play’ here can be a metaphor for engagement that is not serious or academically inclined. An action that is informal and disengaged from the seriousness of a school library. The architects wished to offer a space that inspired students to spend long hours in the campus and even draw neighbouring residents to the place post school.

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As teaching means were limited in the area, the form had to be a catalyst that impelled inspiration and curiosity alongside a motivation to spend long hours in the school vicinity. The architects also realised that open landscapes are often more alluring than closed spaces. And especially in schools, where most learning activities transpire indoors and children are often in a rush to finish with school hours and head home. Governed by these notions, they conceptualised a form that transpires as a shelter as well as an open landscape. The project, located in rural Maharashtra, is a library building on a plot that was the remnant of land amidst existing school buildings on site. The resulting footprint had a linear orientation that the building adapted to. The library plays multiple roles of; first a library, a pavilion and a built-form that connects multiple school buildings as it emerges Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

from the ground, rises and sprawls across the available space. It rises from the ground to a mound and descends gradually to the nether end. The slope is calibrated as the roof also acts as a bridge, a playground that is accessible from the ground. It rises like a peak, but not loftily or overwhelming but gradually and organically. Being located at the core of the school services and being open on all sides, the library often engages students throughout the day. It endows the passersby a landscape and a semi-open space that is like a cave but with the warmth of terracotta. And to the one who is traversing atop the library, it is perhaps, a playground. Another serendipitous sign was the geodesic structures built for some school buildings by an engineer. This impelled the architects to investigate engineering. Drawing from the geodesic form, they

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explored various techniques and material; concrete shells, brick vaults, and so on. They zeroed on the Catalan Tile Vault, prominent in the 16th Century. The Catalan tile vault is a traditional form in Catalonia in Italy. It is a low brick-arch that forms a vaulted ceiling that can support a floor above it. In the 19th Century, Spanish engineer Rafael Gusastavino furthered the construction to create a “Tile Arch System” that was used to create self-supporting arches that substituted bricks with tiles and used Portland cement in place of traditional mortar. For the project at Kopargaon, the architects created 3 layers of 20mm brick tiles sandwiched with mortar containing reinforcement. The bricks are locally made. The form was developed using the Block Research Group’s ‘Rhino Vault’. The reinforcement details were adapted from details by Eladio Dieste. This coming together of global ideas tied together with local resources provided impetus to the

‘local’ knowledge or traditional wisdom of construction in the area. The architect believes that often traditional knowledge is limited to being little more than stylistic representation. Thus systems that have been passed down through the ages and heavily reliant on responses to contexts and climates are reduced to the reproduction of a certain image. The original raison dé être being that, the systems lack material or engineering efficiency and innovation. The engineering system of the library bridges these gaps and also re-addresses the global-local debate and the misnomer that, perhaps, both entities do not work in tandem. The library also interconnects the other school buildings without obstructing connectivity or landscape. The form is clean, minimal and unobstructed. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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While the ‘criss-cross’ silhouette, spanning across the library’s massing openings, seems like a rather indulgent design feature, it is more economical as the staggered form allows the entire assemblage to be self-supporting without touching the roof with reduced section sizes.

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In terms of being minimal, the structure is left alone like a bare shell and even the door frames do not line the openings in the conventional manner of outlining their silhouette. The door shutters meet one another in a perpendicular fashion creating a ‘folded plate’ configuration for structural stability. While the ‘criss-cross’ silhouette, spanning across the library’s massing openings, seems like a rather indulgent design feature, it is more economical as the staggered form allows the entire assemblage to be self-supporting without touching the roof with reduced section sizes. Adhering to the minimal scheme of things, the library-top, the one that manifests as a playground is sans a parapet. It is important detail that has endowed it the unobstructed ‘landscape’ characteristic. And yet again there is an interesting theory that should put paranoia at ease. The architect quotes Takaru Tezuka, the Japanese architect, who offered a perspective that obstacles in the physical world are also ways of teaching self-preservation. The library-slope is gentle and the maximum height of the structure is contained to 6.5 feet. And having said that, even parapets or railing have been scaled and jumped by children, all for the sake of ‘play’!

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Born in Calcutta & brought up in Delhi Prasanna Desai obtained his B. Arch in 1980 and M. Arch (Urban Design) in 1983, both from the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA),New Delhi. After spending more than 30 years in Delhi he moved to Pune in 1990 where he currently runs an architectural practice which is involved with urban design issues emphasising the role of an architect in the Public Domain namely JNNURM BSUP Slum Rehabilitation work at Yerwada & Designing of Safe & Socially Shared Streets leading to creation of Healthy Hygienic & Humane Neighbourhoods. Architect Desai has been associated with academics for past three decades & is currently the Professor & Director at P.V.P. College of Architecture, Pune. He has been the guiding force in establishment of Forum for Exchange & Excellence in Design FEED, a unique academic platform for students & architects in the city of Pune. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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Street design The simple smart way towards connectivity, convenience, comfort, community & commerce. Authored and images: Prasanna Desai Architects

The challenge of uplifting urban setting of cities confronts architects and urban designers constantly; a challenge that lies beyond the barrier of structural edifices. The importance of Architects concerning the design of buildings, campuses etc., is an irrefutable fact; but only a few professionals venture out of this genre and move into the public domain which has its own set of challenges and constraints. Vastness and innumerable variables dominate the public domain which lead to complications and demand higher intricacies in research and design. A case in example of successfully uplifting a public space is Aundh, a project undertaken by Prasanna Desai Architects along with citizens and governing bodies.

he last few years have witnessed citizens’ pleas and conversations entailing the condition of footpaths, rights for pedestrians, cyclists, and majorly conservation of the urban flora. Trees are the most slaughtered victims of the city as roads are widened for vehicular transport. Increasing the motor vehicle lane (M.V Lane) and parking to accommodate vehicular transport eventually nullifies the concept of walkability and vehicles become the sole means of transport. The increase in M.V lane is also directly proportional to the increase in vehicular speeds, giving rise to road accidents and casualties. According to the World Health Organization, a 5% cut in average speed can result in 30% reduction in the number of fatal crashes. Moreover on a larger scale, wider road with more cars, add to air pollution which is already a menace to society. To summarise, motor vehicles dominate cities and urban spaces and for the betterment of civilization, it is imperative that citizens reclaim their cities.

While streets are being widened, there is little effort to enliven or enhance them. Footpaths are uneven and stamped with shops and

public toilets with little thought to design or pedestrian circulation. Citizens are compelled to use vehicles for short distances and the pedestrian is marginalized. Proper seating spaces, lighting, waste disposal methods, maintained green cover are bare essentials that are often overlooked while designing streets. The eviction of hawkers and temporary shacks seem to be one of the practiced methods to make way for pedestrians. However, these hawkers and so called encroachments form the “eyes of the streets” (as coined by Jane Jacobs) and unknowingly contribute to the safety of the streets. These shops and eateries are small yet integral elements of the streets. They add to the Indian context as nostalgia intertwines with the surroundings and the people. The footpaths are not even close to being universally accessible and it is difficult for the differentlyabled and the elderly to move around. Despite the Parliamentary Act regarding Universal Accessibility, the norms are not followed and are neglected.

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The team at Prasanna Desai Architects (PDA) has tried to identify solutions to above mentioned problems and their research has been revolving around the same. PDA has embraced a “Dasha to Disha” approach, where “Dasha” is the present condition of the city and “Disha” is the direction for change, for the betterment of the city. The project “Disha” is further explained as the ‘Demonstration of Integrated, Safe, Habitable and Affordable solution for neighbourhoods’ (DISHA). This project aims to prioritize and improve aspects such as walkability, universal accessibility, waste disposal, street lighting, green cover, cycling, public transport, vendor’s policy, public spaces etc. Once these factors are dealt with, the society experiences a rise in safety, health and social interactions. Real estate value increases along with trade and local business. The fuel consumption and pollution levels would eventually decrease. Implementing these policies at the neighbourhood level improves the environmental quality and impacts an individual’s lifestyle. In order to connect communities and achieve neighbourhood up-gradation, culture and cycle friendly realms are a must.

design and amenities imbibe a place-making and a sense of belonging. PDA believes that design can discipline and structure the haphazard street conditions. The aforementioned models and ideals have been compiled to carry out a complete street design paradigm not in theory but in practice in the city of Pune by Prasanna Desai Architects These interventions transpired through 3 stages. It commenced when PMC (Pune Municipal Corporation) undertook a project on road beautification in Aundh and PDA approached the authorities to propose design interventions. The materials, tendering cost, contractors etc. as specified by PMC were used as the firm spearheaded the street design. A single level was maintained throughout the entire stretch of the pedestrian walkway. The cars were made to traverse through different levels at entry and exits. Parking was provided on both sides considering equity. All the trees were saved and conserved with seating spaces around them which were finished with basic plaster. The minimum interventions tremained intact till new construction commenced. The idea of place-making was imbibed as the citizens themselves took care of the street and made it their own.

It is believed that travelling by the “11 number bus” is also very important in contributing to the public realm. “11 number bus” is an Indian colloquial term that expresses travelling by feet and cycle. A well connected neighbourhood as conceived by PDA is a neighbourhood which is Collective, Orderly, Nostalgic, Nature friendly, Economic, Cycle friendly and Traffic free (CONNECT). However this concept of connecting neighbourhoods was never new. Developers have devised housing estates with similar concepts of walk to work and school, safety for children, vehicle free zones etc. which could very well be implemented in the neighbourhood or ward level as well. PDA aims to attain a city-wide model where the elderly and the infants can safely walk and cross the roads irrespective of the time of the day or their gender; where the daily needs are available within a walking radius from their home; where citizens can share an equal space with all; as

The successful single street project gave way to a neighbourhood level project. The second phase of the Aundh journey aimed at spreading awareness among the people to create a pedestrian friendly and cycle friendly realm and to establish that streets are for people and should be designed by them. A workshop was conducted on, “Streets for people, by the people” by Sustainable Urban Mobility Network (SUM Net India) VIT’s PVP College of Architecture, Pune to involve citizens and discuss their ideas, plans and ambitions for their neighbourhood to make it a more vibrant urban space. An exhibition showcased and explained the research and designs done by students were to the people of Aundh. The people were then asked to share their ideas regarding the same. A referendum was also signed by the politicians, NGO’s and concerned authorities soon after the exhibition.

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The advent of Smart City initiative by the Government of India, Pune Smart City Development Corporation Ltd. ( PSCDCL ) & Pune Municipal Corporation ( PMC ) identified Aundh - Baner – Balewadi region in the first phase of area based development which included retrofitting, redevelopment and Greenfield development. However to make the entire neighbourhood cohesive and collective, designing one street could never be a viable option, thus the third stage of Aundh journey of PDA along with IBI Consultants included a proposition of nine streets in Aundh to achieve a substantial impact at the neighbourhood level. PDA conceived SMART design as Simple, Manageable, Affordable, Responsive and Technological. A design strategy was set up comprising of ‘3D’s’ namely Design, Discuss and Demonstrate. The first ‘D’ included the formation of the design policies, place making, services, utilities, amenities etc. The next stage focused on discussion with public consultants to incorporate their views and ideas. Corporators, Political Representatives, Police, BSNL, Optical Fibre Companies, MNGL, PMPML, NGO, Aundh Vikas Mandal, and Senior Citizen Forums were among the various companies and firms whose perspectives were noted. Demonstration being the final ‘D’ included project management, consultation, material selection, selection of contractors and lastly execution. Some design policies were mutually agreed upon by the Municipal Corporation and were elementary in the success of the project. These policies included:

Public Transport at the neighbourhood level to maintain connectivity and ease of access. Organised Parking with a policy that initiates paid parking and result to revenue generation. Public Realm that is people friendly by conserving green cover, providing seating and street lights. Technology to incorporate free Wi-Fi, CCTV cameras for surveillance, sensors and traffic count.

Walkability with equity and dignity, at a continuous surface to facilitate uninterrupted movement. Universal Accessibility as per the Act, for the differently abled to ensure their safe passage. Cycle Friendly safe Environment, by a dedicated and demarcated right of way for the cyclists. Hawker’s and Vendor’s Policy as per the Act, to restore the vibrancy and eyes of the streets.

The third alternative was chosen by the authorities and a representative model was made for the launch of the Smart City Mission in June 2016. Prior to the actual implementation, a demonstration as per the 3D design strategy was carried out. It was called “Healthy Aundh as our neighbourhood”. This initiative aimed at explaining the design and policies to the public via a trial run which involved temporary execution on the site for eight entire days, from Oct 8th 2016, Saturday to Oct 15th 2016, Saturday).

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The services included in the policies were, Water supply, MSEB, Drainage, Metered gas supply, Storm water, BSNL and other OFC companies. Place making and amenities that were proposed comprised of street furniture, signage, public art, recreational space, urban lounge and shuttle service. The character was to be defined with the help of façade, materials, texture, colour, ambience and brochures. The design was initiated on this paradigm and three alternatives were proposed. Alternative 1: two-way movement of vehicles with parking on both sides. Alternative 2: two-way movement of vehicles without parking (Parking provided on the road parallel to DP Road) Alternative 3: One way road with one side parking and the other side to be completely pedestrianized. (A traffic movement loop was created with the parallel street)

A planned shuttle service called “UDAAN” was worked out during the mock demonstrations. This was a shuttle service that connected the entire neighbourhood of Aundh in which a looped network was developed, that included colour coded shuttles, frequency and stoppages. During the trial run the wheel-chair users, senior citizens and kids were back on the streets enjoying their evening time. Post demonstration the mock run received mixed responses from the public due to which alternative 1 was selected with two-way movement of vehicles and parking on both sides. The team at PDA were constant with their non-negotiables that included:Universal accessibility in accordance with the Disability Act 2016 and Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan. Luggage Trolley to be made easily manoeuvrable by maintaining a single level. Pram would be made accessible so that parents could be out with their young ones. Shopping Cart to be pulled all along the street.

The Dream was to achieve Universal Accessibility where a wheelchair bound individual can roll the wheelchair safely and conveniently; where one rolls their luggage from the bus-stop to their homes; where parents could take their babies out on the streets in a pram; where people could move their shopping carts from the shops to their houses without lifting it and where a family could experience the pleasure of a safe evening stroll. ‘The Aundh Mall under the tree canopy’ comprises of certain elements that not only makes it smart but also one of its kind in Pune the street has seating, lighting, sculptures, games thus making the vehicle free shopping experience almost like a mall; an URBAN MALL UNDER THE TREE CANOPY. These elements are simple yet effective in solving most of the citizen’s issues and achieve a design that is suitable to the context. The pedestrian pathway was prioritized over the motor vehicle lane. A wide footpath was proposed and implemented with the help of local corporators and the municipal corporation who played an important role in convincing the shop owners to allow their shop frontages to be included as a part of the footpath. The elements of the smart street in Pune are as follows:

Raised Pedestrial crossing - The traditional pedestrian crossing and speed breakers are transformed into a well-designed ones. The prime intervention has been done in the design of the speed breakers. The conventional speed breakers have a bad design and builtd that contribute to more accidents than preventions on the street. A ‘one level’ pedestrian crossings was proposed with a long cobbled surface prior to it. As a result, the car is alerted and automatically slows down, enabling the pedestrians to cross first. Pedestrian crossings have been designed and executed on one level, allowing pedestrians safe and convenient passage. Black basalt stones have been used with concrete and mortar to make the cobbled surface.

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Median - Rigid and bulky concrete median are replaced by a green median with soft edges. The concrete medians that are seen in Pune create a number of issues where people attempt to cross to the other side by jumping over the median or railings. The drivers tend to drive 1 foot away from the median as psychological effect that leaves a shy-away space. To eliminate this wastage of space and to ease the flow of vehicles, a green median has been proposed and executed with a central chain link. A mesh is fixed, on which the plantation is made to grow. The shrubs eventually grips on it and forms a wonderful hedge.

Bollards - Steel bollards replaced by precast concrete bollards. Concrete precast bollards have been provided at every entry-exits and pedestrian crossings to prevent vehicular movement on Footpaths, enabling unhindered flow of pedestrians. Wheel chair access has been taken care of by providing a clear distance for a wheelchair to pass, at each location. Concrete bollards are provided instead of the regular steel bollards as they are cost effective and solve the theft issue. Tile chips have been used at the base of bollards in order to achieve a perfect finish.

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Tree grating - Tree gratings provided at the base to ensure that the trees survive. Medium size trees treated with the tree gratings not only conserve trees but also increase the effective area of public walkway, by allowing people to walk on the grating.

Seating - Before and after condition of the seating around the tree. It is important to have ample amount of Earth around the large trees to let them breathe. Hence rectangular stone seating spaces have been proposed to form spaces similar to ‘Kattas’ around the tree. The uneven texture of the black stone is perfect for sitting purpose only. The side facing the road has been chamfered to prevent people to sit on that particular side. Most of the shopkeepers who were previously hesitant for this new seating have recognised the importance and use of this space. Their customers enjoy sitting adjacent to the shops and on the contrary, the shopkeepers whose frontages did not have the ‘kattas’ demanded one of their own.

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MSEB feeder pillars - Before and after condition of the feeder pillars. The MSEB feeder pillars all around Pune look dirty with advertisement bills stuck on them. Perforated sheets are put together to form a cage and painted upon with the help of Pune Biennale Foundation. The entire element is designed on soft area with a grass paver base, so that one can stand on the pavers while operating the services.

Parallel parking - Two wheeler and four wheeler parallel parking along the road. A 2 m wide parking is proposed which is exactly sufficient for a parallelly parked vehicle. Optimum parking space has been provided on the street for vehicles with the surface finish of paver blocks.

Cycle Lane - Painted cycle lane and designated cycle stand. The Aundh DP Road is characterized by slow movement of vehicles. The pedestrian crossings act as speed tables that regulate the speed of vehicles on the stretch. This makes it possible to include a painted cycle lane on the street. The cold painted cycle lane has been proposed as a part of the M.V lane on both sides. It encourages safety of cyclists by defining their right of way, equivalent to the concept of a Zebra crossing. The drivers are expected to give priority to the cyclists using the cycle lane. A buffer space has been provided with the parking to tackle the conflict between parking of cars and cyclists.

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Entry/ Exit - Before and after conditions of the entry-exits. The entries and exits to properties have been raised to match the level of the footpath. A car has to traverse through different levels to enable the flow of pedestrians at one uniform level. Ramps are provided at every entry-exit for the cars to manage the level difference.

Dustbins and Signage - Dustbins and signage on soft areas. Dustbins are provided at an interval of 50 m on both sides. The type of waste to be disposed of is segregated into two types, biodegradable and non-biodegradable and hence dustbins are colour coded with green and blue respectively. All the required signages have been planned and executed as per the I.R.C guidelines that make the street user-friendly and well-functioning. Soft areas are provided at the corner so that the signages could be easily fixed.

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Utilities The Street designed by PDA also consists of an underground network of services. Designing a street is not only limited to the surface development but also development and planning for the underground services which are absolutely essential in terms of City Services Network as well as a part of the basic need of adjacent properties of the street. All the necessary services such as Drainage, Sewage, Water Supply (24/7 Plan), Metered Gas Supply, MSEDCL (Electricity), Optical Fiber Cables, etc. have been discussed with respective departments and implemented in coordination with them, considering future network plans ( provision for 15-20 years ).

Universal Accessibility - Universal Accessibility: The wheelchair, the pram and the luggage trolley. Tactile paths for the visually impaired and wheel chair accessibility through bollards are parts of the design paradigm that have been successfully implemented. Also people can be seen rolling their luggage trollies along the road with ease and parents are seen on the street with their babies in prams.

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Street Lights - Planned to provide adequate illumination to enhance street usability and safety. Lighting is one of the most important aspects of streets, when it comes to safety. The street has been planned with ample lighting that provides adequate illumination to enhance street usability and safety. Green Colour Uplighters have been installed on trees to add an ambience to the street.

Art and Sculpture - Games and sculptures along the street (Sculptures by Pune Biennale Foundation). The sculptures convey the message of 3R’s Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, prepared by various artists under Pune Biennale Foundation that further add to the ambience of the street. Placement of the sculptures is thoughtfully planned by considering adjacent land use and activities. For example: ‘The Robot’ an amazingly detailed sculpture fixed in front of a photo booth that currently serves as a selfie point of the area; ‘The Cart’ showing a man pulling a cart fixed in front of a bank portraying that banks support all classes of people in the society; A Stabilized Motion Sculpture of Mother and Child has been fixed in front of Accessory shop for children. The Street has been designed considering safety for all age groups varying from 8 to 80. Design elements such as floor mounted games and sculptures have been planned according to the adjacent street activity or commercial activity which contributes to the liveability of the street, for example: snake and ladder developed in front of the toy shop. The compound wall rebuilt for the residential complexes would be narrating stories of the street design process and characteristics of the streets with the help of caricatures, paintings and murals. This would make the walls interesting and at the same time an interactive edge would be created.

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Know Your Trees - Tree identification signage. (Conceived and composed by CEE and PDA). Tree identification signages have been put up to give the trees an identity. This is effective in spreading awareness about trees and in turn help in conservation. Once all the trees have their identification signages, this street could be a live botany class room for the school children of the nearby institutions.

Urban Lounge - The transformation of the public toilet into the urban lounge. (Conceived by PDA). It is very important to de-institutionalize the toilets and make them a better place which people are not hesitant to use. At the same time it is necessary to propose a proper bus stop that does not obstruct the continuous pedestrian movement on the footpath. Therefore the 2m parking bay can be utilized for the proposed urban lounge and Bus Stop.

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The street completed a stretch in June 2017 and has been functioning perfectly ever since. It has received many positive reactions and comments from the eminent personalities, architects and most importantly from the citizens and the end users. “Grandparents and grandchildren are walking and playing safely, while parents sit in the shade enjoying their ‘me-time’.” said Mrs. Shirode a resident of Aundh. Dr. Paul Barter, World renowned parking management expert commented, “Let us seize the chance for parking success without excess!” Shreya Gadepalli, Director ITDP, Chennai in one of her Facebook posts, described an image of youngsters socializing on the street as, “Deep in Conversation! Great footpaths are wonderful places to meet, to socialize and be happy”. A great deal of effort and compliance has led PDA to achieve a complete street paradigm which is clearly evident from the comments. The importance of Street Design the Smart Way is somehow not established in the current system of administration whereas it is vital for the survival of a healthy society. When one talks about demo cracy, it is essential to note that,

“The DEPTH of the DEMOCRACY is decided by the WIDTH of the FOOTPATH in the CITY”.

Credits & Fact-File Clients: Pune Smart City Development Corporation Ltd. & Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). Urban Design Consultants: Prasanna Desai Architects, Pune, in collaboration with IBI. Project Management Consultants: M/s Pavetech Consultants. Contracting Team: M/s Nikhil Constructions. Length of the street: 1 Km. Cost of the project: 14 crore (Inclusive of shifting cost for all the utilities) Period of execution: June 2016 to June 2018, 24 Months including Design, Discuss and Demonstrate.

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Shubhra describes her work as borne out of conditions that â&#x20AC;&#x153;keep you on your toes; ever vigilant, always looking for that foothold to anchor oneself. There is not much choice, but plenty of opportunities.â&#x20AC;? With a design intensive practice based out of the United States and India, she is inspired by the exciting shift in the dialogue between architecture and its context, in which the architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s methods and approaches are being consistently re-evaluated. She also ascribes to an expanded definition of sustainability that moves beyond experimentation with new materials and technologies to include such concepts as social and economic stewardship. Using design as a tool, these undertakings not only offer pragmatic solutions to known needs, but also aim to be relevant for the communities and building cultures within which she works. Shubhra is a visiting professor of Architecture at the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT), Ahmedabad (India) and the Denver and Boulder campuses of the University of Colorado. She has taught at her graduate alma-mater Cornell University. She lectures where invited, and has been a visiting critic at universities in the United States, continental Europe, India and China. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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Critical Practice: Matter of Intimacy This essay is in response to the 361 Degree Design Conference theme “designing for the future”

ny conversation concerning the future involves the notion of change, and the idea newness. A change for the better through the next new thing, or the next big idea. This is expected. Yet what constitutes the new? Anticipated newness relies on formal (or abstract) identification by casting it against what is it is not, i.e., the familiar and what we are habituated with. The familiar in this scenario is either viewed as an anchor, weighing down or holding back the steady progress facilitated by the new. Or, it is assumed as an authenticity embodied in the ordinary, absent or eroded in the face of newness which must somehow be reclaimed, regained or restored. In this dichotomy, both the new and the familiar most often remain unexamined. While we assume that endless possibilities for architecture and design lie in the pursuit of the new, creation of novel things is not the only creativity. The sensibility that allows one to discover the unknown in the familiar is equally creative. As Friedrich Nietzsche has stated, “What is familiar is what we are used to; and what we are used to, is the most difficult to ‘know’ — that is, to see as a problem; that is, to see as strange, as distant, as ‘outside us’” 1. Critical practice involves the imaginative examination of what we take for granted; an examination that must deal with the specificities of context and how to make it relevant to the design process. There is an intimacy here in such an engagement with the familiar, to seek out what has been forgotten or invisibilised through everyday routines of habitation, and revealing, albeit momentarily, an enduring habitus of the body and built environment. Intimacy is not just a matter of engaging emotions, but engaging the intelligence of the body to engage with the environments one inhabits. The body reveals the existence of the architect, and the experiences she brings to a project. Constituting the body as material, connects the architect’s own identity as a person with the identity of architecture she practices as a discipline. This approach is simultaneously investigative and vocational. It is borne out of the urge to model with what one has at hand, operating with the restriction that the architectural sensibility must emerge from the instincts of the body in place. The interest is in how the built environment wraps itself around the body, and vice versa; and through that how design sensibilities are cultivated. A cultivation of the intuitive senses of the body that is a disciplined practice, a pedagogy. Play, as one of the tools employed, is used to activate the

body, and insert it into the methodology of working with the bodyin-place and senses. Play is a stimulus to experiencing the built environment, and not an abstract observed strategy 2. Operating thus, from a position embedded within context, play is an active manifestation of curiosity 3, of which Michel Foucault observes, “[curiosity]…it evokes ‘concern’; it evokes the care one takes for what exists and could exist; a readiness to find strange and singular what surrounds us; a certain relentlessness to break up our familiarities and to regard otherwise the same things; a fervour to grasp what is happening and what passes; a casualness in regard to the traditional hierarchies of the important and the essential.” 4 The design process then, recast as a form of play, is based on a willingness to engage with the inherent habits, conventions or limitations that invariably constrain the architectural project, and ask what rituals and opportunities are available for them to become the generators of the design proposition in order to find a project’s own reality. The historic reality of the present, which includes the projection onto the future; and the physical reality of the exact place, within which a project is placed and simultaneously what this place shares with the wider landscapes and conventions. While art is rooted self-expression, design is engendered by a sense of empathy among human beings in our common values and spirituality 5; it’s essence lies in the process of discovering a problem shared by many people, and trying to solve it. In reframing the discourse on the future away from a preoccupation with newness, there is a sustained allusion here: that the work of architecture be returned to the stuff of life. Of making, and of the sense of things of meetings, junctions and relationships that bind us.

1. Nietzsche, Fredrick. The Gay Science, trans. Walter Kaufman. New York Vintage Books (1974). I have been working on the notion of play as a tool with Dr. Gauri Raje, who is an anthropologist and storyteller and Mare 2. Trevathan, an actor, theatre maker and educator through workshops in the US and India since 2015. These observations are a result of our collaborations. Lewis, Tsurumaki, Lewis. Opportunistic Architecture. Princeton Architectural Press (2008). 3. Foucault, Michel. The Masked Philosopher. 4. Rabinow, Paul. Michael Foucault Ethics: Subjectivity and Truth. The New Press, New York (1994). 5. Hara, Kenya. Designing Design. Lars Muller Publishers (2007) Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

Reinhard is Professor for Computational Architecture at Bauhaus-University Weimar and Principal Scientist at the Center for Energy at the Smart and Resilient Cities competence unit at the Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Vienna. In addition, he acts as Co-PI in the Big Data Informed Urban Design group at the Future Cities Lab (FCL) at the Singapore ETH Centre. His current research interests are applicability of multi-criteria optimization techniques for planning synthesis, cognitive design computing and correlations of computed measures of spatial configurations with human cognition and usage of space. Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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Artificial Intelligence for a sustainable future urban development Author and Images: Prof. Dr. Reinhard KĂśnig

he paper explores how innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques are leading to new urban planning methods based on the interplay between human creative thinking and the computational power of modern computers (Figure 1). The goal of the new planning tools is to plan cities more efficient and, despite their complexity, more comprehensible, and - with the help of the computer - to understand the parallel interactions of many different factors in order to develop urban qualities. The flexibility of the computer programs also makes it possible to integrate a wide variety of stakeholders in planning processes and thereby respond to peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Digitization and climate change are two megatrends that are responsible for a variety of simultaneous transformation processes in cities. Taxis are being replaced by travel services, cars are soon driving without drivers, housing is being treated as a flexible service, and ownership is being managed with new forms of smart contracts. In this context, also how cities are planned changes. Technological innovations in AI and data analysis, combined with new production processes such as mass customization, inevitably lead to new planning strategies and processes, in which architects and planners must constantly redefine their role in interaction with digital tools. An additional question is which role AI plays in developing the knowledge of historically evolved cities and applying it for future cities.

Examples In following, we consider the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence for the design of new cities and districts by two examples: First the planning and simulation of new cities in the context of rural urban transformation processes in Ethiopia; and second the expansion of the metropolis Singapore. Small Towns in Ethiopia The first example deals with the enormous rural-urban transformation process in Ethiopia by the panning of small towns for about 10,000 inhabitants, in which existing villages are expanded to cities. With this decentralized, regional planning policy, it is intended to prevent the rural population from increasingly migrating to informal settlements in the capital Addis Ababa. One of the challenges is to design hundreds of new cities in a short time with a few trained city planners and architects. Against this background, our research group DeCodingSpaces developed digital, adaptive master plans that can largely adapt automatically to the respective local geographic conditions. The digital master plans usually consist of 5 consecutive generative modules (Figure 2) to (i) define the city boundary, (ii) construct the main roads and (iii) minor roads, (iv) generate the street blocks and (v) Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

the building typologies. The stock of existing villages can be flexibly taken into account in each module. In each module different analysis, methods can be integrated for controlling the generative process. In order to substantiate the automated generation, the modules shown in Figure 2 were applied at three different sites in Ethiopia (Figure 3). For the individual plans, there was little manual intervention, for example, if the terrain information could not be used to calculate clear water catchment areas, or if a street was used as a marketplace and pedestrian zone for several days a week. This shows the potential of human-machine interaction in solving complex urban planning problems (Figure 1), since it is often too time-consuming to consider every special case in a computer program. Singapore Waterfront The second example describes the development of an adaptive master plan for the future Waterfront district of Tanjong Pagar in Singapore: A 400 ha container terminal will be relocated, thereby freeing a centrally located site near the coast for a new development. Despite the completely different context, as in the previous example in Ethiopia, we use a similar generative procedure: starting with the generation of the road network and the land use distribution, we go further in detail to building typologies, heights and road design. The application of the generative modules is shown in Figure 4. Major road axes outlining large areas have been defined as extensions to existing roads, while the secondary road network has been created automatically. For this, the desired size of the street block and its proportions are defined as input parameters. In addition, the general contour of the coast was drawn manually after subjective Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

considerations. For the distribution of land use, we have assumed flexible inputs regarding the relationship between expected and current demographic structure. Based on the distribution of usages, density specifications and the road network we can simulate the traffic flow. Based on this, we have assigned the minimum number of lanes for each road for the calculated traffic capacity. Conclusion The presented techniques and application examples for digital adaptive master plans demonstrate the potentials that lie in new AI methods for urban planning. The new form of urban planning allows successive phases of analysis, generation and evaluation to be carried out, leaving the urban design process transparent and negotiable for all possible stakeholders. The enormous flexibility to integrate comprehensive data sets and spatial analyzes to quickly generate a wide range of planning options will permanently change the working practices of city planners. The degree of automation of adaptive master plans will continue to grow with the development of AI. As in other professions, it is foreseeable that urban planners and architects will be displaced from their previous activities by computer programs and will have to redefine their role. In contrast to the classic self-image of designers and architects, plans are no longer drawn but generated more and more automatically. Many fields of activity of urban planners are automated and thus the design and artistic sovereignty of the planner is questioned. The designers of future cities have a completely new and equally complex role to play: acting as mediators between the different demands of interest groups and the possibilities of using computer programs to generate future urban environments.

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Links Demonstration videos of the example projects: Ethiopia: https://vimeo.com/210051656 Singapore: https://vimeo.com/240964157 More demonstrations projects are presented at the DeCodingSpaces Lab: https://decodingspaces-toolbox.org/#lab Indian Architect & Builder - December 2018

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