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UG - BUD - Studio - 3 | Spring 2023 | Design Harmony: Creating Community Spaces
  • Student Manasavi Gupta
  • Code UUR22220
  • Faculty Planning
  • Tutor/s Rajiv Kadam
  • TA Kashvi Soni

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Rooted in the ethos of human-centric urban form, Naranpura analysis project in Ahmedabad envisions a transformative shift. The site, a mere parking space amidst 20 houses, lacked vibrancy and community engagement. Focusing on human aspects, The redesign aims to create a dynamic community hub. Abundant greenery, strategic lighting for safety, and versatile seating areas, including a communal swing and rooftop space, redefine the urban landscape. This initiative aspires to balance nature and human elements, fostering a sense of unity and well-being. The project encapsulates the studio's dedication to crafting urban spaces that prioritize human connection within the Naranpura neighborhood. 

Naranpura's city map, intricately connected with its basemap, unveils a residential landscape of approximately 141,254 square meters. Societal clusters feature strategically designated open spaces, harmonizing communal living with urban planning
Notable landmarks, including the Shri Mahashir Arvind Garden, create a dynamic community hub. Mixed-use buildings and key institutions at the edges, like an enduring temple and an English-medium school, contribute to the vibrant tapestry of residential tranquility, educational richness, and dynamic commercial activities within Naranpura's cityscape.
Activity mapping in Naranpura reveals a dynamic urban tapestry, showcasing the strategic allocation of spaces for residential, commercial, and communal activities.
The city's layout, intricately designed, reflects a harmonious blend of daily life, commerce, and community engagement. From residential clusters and educational institutions to vibrant commercial hubs, Naranpura's activity mapping captures the pulse of a well-integrated and lively urban environment.
The intricacies of site with detailed sections, elevations, and plan, capturing the essence of a urban community.
Observing the diverse community by exploring gender dynamics, age distribution through pie charts, and the dichotomy of private and public spaces.
The model portrays the current landscape, a blueprint for forthcoming urban and communal metamorphosis.
Connectopia breathes life into Naranpura, intertwining spaces for vibrant community bonds and redefining urban living with innovative design solutions.
Visionary drawings capture the essence of reimagined spaces, blending community vitality with innovative urban design
Dive into Connectopia's intricate part details, shaping the vision for a renewed and interconnected community landscape.