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Qureshi Maahin Mohammed Irfan

UR3009

Restoring Water Dynamics Through Urban Design in Surat

Surat experiences significant flooding challenges due to rapid urbanization, inadequate drainage infrastructure, and its flat terrain, leading to severe socio-economic impacts during the monsoon season. This project proposes the transformation of low-lying areas into multifunctional zones capable of storing surface runoff to mitigate waterlogging and flooding. These areas function as seasonal detention and retention zones while serving as public amenities such as parks and lawns. Strategies include enhancing riparian vegetation as natural flood buffers and utilizing bioswales to channel runoff for rainwater harvesting. By integrating existing cultural landmarks, the design fosters a sustainable, flood-resilient urban ecosystem through ecological restoration and adaptive public programming. 

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Landing- Site Impression

GROUNDING: Sub-regional map, elevation map, watershed map, flood map, treatment plant map

GROUNDING: Part Plans and Quadrant mapping along with some sections

FINDING: Site Analysis and understanding on terrain and water flow

FOUNDING: Retain, Enhance, Modify strategies on a city level scale

Design process for strategy and program zoning as per the water flow and open spaces

Final Strategies and Diagrams for proposed design

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Proposed Design Plan

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