Adke Adwait Makarand Sangeeta

LA4020

Considering the concept of engagement with water, it becomes evident that it spans a spectrum, ranging from high to low levels of association, each influenced by the underlying perspective shaping it. At its zenith, water is perceived as a resource, essential for sustenance and development, representing the highest degree of engagement. Conversely, at the nadir of this spectrum, water is seen merely as a spectacle, devoid of intrinsic value beyond its aesthetic appeal.

This dichotomy informs distinct groups—those directly reliant on water, such as residents, and those more detached, like non-residents—illustrating the notion of "two waters" within the context of a singular body of water.

Thus, while the water itself remains unchanged, the diverse perspectives and interactions surrounding it give rise to this duality, reflecting the multifaceted relationship between humanity and the natural landscape. As we introduce the contradiction around the association with water, the project intends to draw relationships through observations between terrain, flora and fauna, as a framework that assists in realization of these associations as a program around the geography of the Bari lake. Considering this, the response suggests a sustainable vision for the peri-urban that extends into both the past and future.