CONCLUSION

Affordable housing is one of the main pressing issues in developing countries like India. Due to increasing urban sprawl Indian cities are witnessing severe housing crises especially in the low-income sector. In order to mitigate with this problem, the government of India launched a nation-wide scheme called - "Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana". Under this scheme the government aims to build affordable houses in both urban and rural India. The thesis design tries to approach the problem from three different levels. The first level considers the site and its nearby contextual areas. The second level pays attention to the community. And lastly, the third level takes a deeper look at the individual housing units. The thesis through its design proposal tries to solve problems faced by the urban poor in the sector of affordable housing. The three main factors considered during the design process are: i. Flexibility in the function/use of space ii. Growth of the housing unit along with the occupants iii. Use of passive methods for air circulation

In order to resolve the above-mentioned issues, the thesis proposes a combination of low- and mid-rise housing units. This combination would not only help in breaking the problems raised due to rising population of the country but also give the occupants various housing options to choose from. The low-rise units are placed in a zig zag pattern on the site. This zig zag pattern creates a green interactive space either in front of the modules or at the back. The pattern also ensures cross ventilation throughout the site. The four the module type caters to the above-mentioned factors while also providing the occupants a chance to expand if needed in the future. The low-rise units are designed using a 3 x 3-meter grid. The grid helps in answering the matters related to flexibility and the area. The mid-rise units are being designed by alternating rooms half a floor in height. This change in level helps in greater cross ventilation while consuming lesser area. Additionally, a huge spine of green recreational and community spaces is proposed in the centre. The new design typology could help in creating a decent space equipped with all the basic amenities for the weaker sections of the society; thus, giving them an equal opportunity to live a healthy lifestyle.