Arha Nachiket Pandya

UR3013

Livelihood hubs for women

This project aims to create safe, inclusive and resourceful environments where women from underprivileged backgrounds can develop self sustaining livelihoods. This project will use unused or underutilized community spaces into vibrant hubs where they can work, earn, receive skill development training, engage in entrepreneurial activities that foster economy. It integrates washing centers, community workspaces, kitchens, and street infrastructure, offering essential services and opportunities for economic empowerment. This initiative not only addresses basic infrastructure gaps but also promotes environmental sustainability and women's self-reliance. The design emphasizes flexibility, modularity, and low-cost, sustainable materials, ensuring the spaces are adaptable, inclusive, and scalable for future growth.

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Site introduction - Vanjaravas

Understanding health and welfare related issues

Proposed framework for health and welfare

Material analysis and selection of sites

Part plan 1 (workspace area for their livelihood activities )

Part plan 2 (wash area for their interaction and daily chores )

Views of the spaces showing its usage and activities

Plan and views of the drainage system for the proposed design

Structure of the proposed design for ROOH

Future vision of the space