Greening Greys: A Systemic Shift for Collective Good

Puja Bankimchandra Patel

BD3011

This experimental studio journey explored three interconnected projects-Stikoon, Bio Pop, and Greening the City-each tackling a unique urban issue. Stikoon addressed public spitting through behavior-focused design and prototyping, while Bio Pop responded to sachet-related microplastic pollution with biodegradable alternatives. The third project expanded the lens to city-wide environmental responsibility, promoting individual and collective action for a greener Ahmedabad through tools like zines. Across these explorations, the process emphasized system thinking, material experimentation, and civic engagement. More than a design journey, it became one of personal growth-evolving not just as a student, but as a more aware and responsible individual.

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Choosing a Systemic Level Problem and breaking it down into several nodes with identified relationships.

Validating two feasible prototypes which trigger a sense of awareness and facilitating Paan Spitters for better habits.

Decoding an "object" such as a Sachet that has a growing Microplastic Problem.

Using fictional concepts to develop prototypes which could be validated later.

Identifying the Core Structure of such a vast problem and experimenting with alternative materials which could act as substitutes.

The 8-week project focuses on a wicked problem of Depleting Green Cover Across Cities leading to inevitable consequences.

Rapid Ideation keeping in mind the Areas of Intervention.

An attempt to work with what is already happening around and form a communal bond.

Introducing a Service - A Holistic Approach to a better Livable City.

Reflecting on one’s journey through this experimental learning opportunity.