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Nagecha Harshin Maheshbhai

UP4002

Bhatar-Althan | An Industrial-Residential Development

A 1sq.km. precinct is analyzed in the urban context of a city.
Surat is and industrial economy. Industrial development drives urban development of the city. Sparse industrial development around the city influences the residential development.
Bhatar-Althan is a residential area which has developed along Majura Industrial area. Today with urban development it has become a part of the core city. It has witnessed changing residential typology  due to urban development forces. Compared to other areas in Surat, Bhatar has higher per capita residential space and higher property prices. Existence of arterial and sub-arterial roads in the precinct has led to commercial development.


Report Content

Spatial Growth of Surat

Timeline of Events that led to Urban & Industrial Development

Situating Bhatar-Althan

Characteristics of Industrial Development

Comparing Two Industrial Developments

Bhatar as Residential Area

Analyzing Residential Built Typologies

Analyzing Street Network

Commercial Development in Bhatar

Positioning Bhatar in the Residential Development across The City