Samhita Siddhartha Sengupta

UR2029

HANDCRAFTED FOR CHILDREN

-The first node extends from the Lotus School to the Ishwaarbhavan complex. Adaptability and the occupancy of the footpath by the street vendors causes a lot of traffic and overcrowding. Therefore a designated area covered from the harsh summers of Ahmedabad not only clears up the road improving the flow of traffic but also provides more exposure to these vendors. Changing the different plinth heights to create distinction between the designated parking area designed for the adults who want to shop while letting the children run around safely and find themselves at peace in the play area with lawns to run around, sit and play as well as enjoy the different heights of the seating area provided in the park. Addition of parking for vehicles in front of the vending zone also clears up the double, triple parking in front of the Lotus School. -The second node extends from the G+1/2 row bungalows to the Mahadev mandir on the right. These houses have little to no space in between the houses for any kind of spill over activities. There is not enough space for the children to run or play around. Therefore shifting the lower row of bungalows towards the end, creates an open central breather space. Therefore not only to help keep eyes on the street adults can also relax between the branches of luscious trees crowning over the seating area giving shade from this harsh weather. 


Report Content

These observations helped in choosing two nodes which could possibly be redesigned in a manner appealing to children and their wellbeing.

Tile Analysis

Tile Analysis

Following are the 6 themes which we had to keep in mind while designing a child friendly space and while mapping tile: INCLUSIVITY, OWNERSHIP, OCCUPANCY, SAFETY AND COMFORT, ADAPTABILITY, ACCESSIBILITY AND CIRCULATION.

Jodhpur Ward, 300 m - 300 m tile along with the areas of design highlighted in the 3D model of the site.

Site Photographs

First Node with Isometric View

Another view point along with two long sections of the node.

Second Node with Isometric View

Another view point along with two long sections of the node.