UR2024

Faculty: Shreya Das

With increasing life expectancy, out migration and loss of caregivers in the family, Indian cities are becoming unfriendly for senior citizens. Along with geriatric health issues, poor social infrastructure, is making life challenging for them. This is a serious concern for both current and future elderly population. Indigenous Indian neighbourhood architecture comfortably accommodates the needs of the entire community, including the elderly and can set a great example for modern cities. This studio will document the efficacy of social spaces in a traditional neighbourhood within Ahmedabad walled city, identify the gaps and propose an urban renewal plan that will be senior-citizen friendly. The proposal will include proposed land use, adaptive reuse and soft strategies for engaging the elderly that will give them a sense of belongingness and selfreliance. At the end of the studio, students will either prepare a Manual or get a chance to participate in a podcast.