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100 GARDENS,UDHYAN PRAVAH Public Parks Initiative, Ahmedabad
ANANT NATIONAL UNIVERSITY University Campus, Ahmedabad
ANJUR
Residential Community Master planning, Upper Thane
100 GARDENS - UDHYAN PRAVAH Public Parks Initiative, Ahmedabad Work Experience - 2019
In a unique initiative, Torrent Group, who already for 17 years has maintained and developed the prestigious Parimal Gardens, launched the 100 Gardens – A Public Space Initiative. It is undertaken by the Parks People, a group of architects and landscape architects, anchored by LEAF (Landscape Environment and Advancement Foundation). Supported and funded by the UN Mehta Foundation, the charitable arm of the Torrent Group. The collaborative efforts includes associations with firm such as Arya Architects, Arianee Landscapes, Design Module, Earthscapes Consultancy Pvt. Ltd, Shared Ground, Studio 603 and M/s. Prabhakar B. Bhagwat I was involved in the first stage of design for Phase II parks, two of which are listed below. Kids Park – Area – 752 sqm. Located in an old neighbourhood with dense low-rise housing. Park is occupied almost throughout the day. Proposal to convert the park into a kids park which would be divided into two different zones, each having their independent functions. Nikol Park – Area – 3720 sqm. Linear plot having a potential to be divided into series of usable spaces having different functions. A 1.2m wide walking loop stitching all the spaces together.
KIDS PARK - PROCESS SKETCHES Design Parameters Included • Circular geometry • Multipurpose lawn • Children's play area • Walkways • Working with existing tall trees on a small site
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KIDS PARK - LANDSCAPE LAYOUT PLAN for SITE EXECUTION
NIKOL PARK- PROCESS SKETCHES Design Parameters• Large entrance plaza with thin tall grove of trees • Large multifunctional playground • Sense of sacred forest within a large court • Large walking circuit around the whole park • Children's play area • Recharge water well
WORKING DRAWING - TYPICAL PARK BENCH DETAIL FOR MOCK-UP REVIEW
3-D PERSPECTIVE VIEWS
KIDS PARK – ENTRANCE AERIAL VIEW
NIKOL PARK – CHILDRENS PLAY AREA
KIDS PARK KIDS PARK – LOOKING TOWARDS THE LAWN
NIKOL PARK – THIN TALL GROVE OF TREES
KIDS PARK – SIDE ROAD AERIAL VIEW
NIKOL PARK – VIEW OF THE FOREST 3D FOR REFERENCE -Work belongs to PBB.
ANANT NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
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The idea was formed by the word ‘’tapovan’’ meaning the peaceful atmosphere and preservation of society.
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The campus has over 370 different species of trees. A series of fruit orchards support an active practice of agriculture and urban farming in the center field (2.5 acres).
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The below findings were a part of my case study research which supported the conclusion on the design front as well. Being a non-vehicular campus, pedestrian dominance was taken care of. Flexible and adaptable spaces were also the part of design sequence.
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Order of trees creates focus or a space. Dense linear grid provides rhythm and foreground to the built while densely planted trees provide structure for the landscape.
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To design for the grand university entrance which would lead up to the Main Osmotic Building, towards the Central Green Campus Heart.
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75 acres of campus land and 110 acres plot area with 20:1 faculty to student ratio.
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University Campus, Ahmedabad Work Experience - November 2018
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CANOPY DENSITY
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The idea behind researching density was to create design with the help of the existing trees. We found that a large part of the central heart is densely covered with mature trees while the peripheral edge has medium to low canopy density. Specifics of shade/exposure requirement were noteworthy.
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TREE SPECIES
Type-B Medium tree with Dense crown Evergreen
Type-A Small tree & Deciduous
Type-C Medium, Erect & Evergreen
Type-D Medium tree, Dense crown & Deciduous
Type-E Medium tree With Open Crown
Type-F Large Spreading Evergreen Aerial roots
Type-G Large tree & Deciduous
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Tree Species Legend Azadirachta indica (Neem) B2 Magnifera indica (Aamba) B3
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Phyllanthus emblica (Amla) E1 Delonix regia (Gulmohar) D1
H2 Sterculia foetida (Wild Almond) G3 Terminalia arjuna (Arjun) H2 Millettia pinnata (Karanj) D2
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Cordia dichotoma (Gundi) A2 Alstonia scholaris (Saptaparni) B1 Polyalthia longifolia (Asopalav) C1
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Peltophorum pterocarpum (Copperpod) G1 Peltophorum africanum (African Wattle) G1 Tectona grandis (Saag) G2
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Ficus benghalensis (Vad) F1 Ficus religiosa (Peepal) G1 Others
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Nyctanthes arbor-tristis (Harshringar) A1 Syzygium cumini (Jamun) H1 Canopy Porosity Legend Dense- allowing min. passage of light
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The central green consists of Large number of specimen trees (Aamba, Neem, Arjun) with dense canopy cover An arcade of tall trees (Arjun and Wild Almond) with moderate canopy cover Other trees (Gulmohar, Aamla) with low canopy cover
Moderate-allowing passage of filtered light Low- allowing large amount of light Site Boundary Revised Site Boundary (5-12-2018) Temple Axis Proposed Built Grain (From M/s. Sasaki on 28-12-2018)
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS ENTRANCE SIMULATIONS OPTION 1
Two way driveway towards the Global Mission School allowing immediate access from the student housing blocks to the entrance plaza.
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Two way driveway towards the A.N.U. campus creating a private garden with many hedge screens.
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A driveway loop created for a free flowing vehicular and pedestrian movement.
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(ONLY SKETCH FOR REFERENCE) -Work belongs to PBB.
ANJUR
Residential Community Master planning, Upper Thane Work Experience, March 2018
Located about 30kms from Mumbai, Upper Thane is a well known town planning development in the village of Anjur by Lodha Developers. The masterplan consists of G+19 storey residential buildings for medium to high income group, public amenities such as clubhouses, schools, multi level car parking, future retail, fire station, sports fields and temple. It also houses Economically Weaker Section Housing plots. In the 340 acre masterplan, the housing clusters each have their own courtyard and drop off areas. There are approximately 950 existing trees on site being the most advantageous factor in developing the native land. “Living amongst the forest” is a recurring theme while designing for the town.
ONLY FOR REFERENCE SOURCE - Water colour render belongs to M/s. PBB.
ONLY FOR REFERENCE SOURCE – Hand drawing render belongs to M/s. PBB.
CENTRAL GREEN LUNG DESIGN The central green lung of Upper Thane, Anjur is a pedestrian friendly corridor with access to all public use amenities of the township. It is easily accessible and creating sense of close knit community. It consists of – a cluster clubhouse, pond, amphitheater, children's playground, underpass, school plot, temple, a multipurpose hall, school, tennis courts, central clubhouse, cricket stadium, large open green spaces and a football field (as shown in the drawings on the right). My role for this project involved design development through series of sketches, drafting drawings for execution and making presentations for material palettes. My primary role was communication through coordinating with engineers, architect and site execution team. I worked under the guidance of Mr. Vinay Kushwah and Mr. Chetan Gajjar at M/s. Prabhakar B Bhagwat.
WORKING DRAWINGS – CULVERT ROAD PLAN and SECTION Designing a swale on site was of great environmental benefit on the site and it lead to a having to design for both the future & seasonal water flux. The drawing indicates a box drain culvert running perpendicular to the road leading to an EHV Station which would be at the level of the swale bottom. The road sections allow to understand not only the movement of vehicles but also the pedestrians which is of significant importance while designing for a future city with walkability and proximity to amenities being one of its strengths.
LANDSCAPE DETAILS – BENCHES The below diagrammatic sketch explores and detail drawings convey the intricacies and importance of shared spaces for multi-dwelling properties such as drop off areas for pedestrians, car parking area, benches and entrances to the built. Details such as materiality, practicality and noteworthy elements were incorporated.
FREE HAND DRAWING OF SEATING
MATERIAL SAMPLING OF THE FLOORING
SITE VISIT – EXECUTION OF THE ENTRANCE
THE COURTYARD BENCH
THE COURTYARD BENCH
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