Social affiliations between humans through the years, have led to the development of interactive spaces, widely termed as Public spaces. Over the time, functions of a public space have expanded its horizons to accommodate multi-scalar activities, thereby inviting various approaches to design them.
When planning a public space, it is necessary to take into account the socio dynamic and cultural aspects of the area, in order to generate a strong relationship between the place and the user. A well-planned public space not only serves as a point for leisure activities, but can also facilitate in boosting the economy. In a country like India, whose population hits the brim, there is also a spurge for employment and business. Such public spaces present a front to boost business activities, even amongst the poor, subject to an organized manner.
Read MoreToday on 27th September 2019, thousands of Mumbaikars are going to be joining the Global Climate Strike movement by silently protesting the inaction of the Government to address Climate Change. Ranked as the ninth riskiest amongst the world’s 31 megacities, the city’s preparedness to exposure to climate shocks like SLR, flooding, and droughts is non-existent. Unless serious consideration is given at policy level, extreme heat days, severe rainfall and floods are more likely than ever to be part of the lives of Mumbaikars.
Read MoreIn a culture where water is revered and worshiped, it has also become one of the most abused natural resources when India celebrates its festivals. The three major metropolises are grappling with the practice of large scale idol immersion (visarjan)…..Despite the efforts of an eco-friendly celebration…this tradition impacts the coastline of Mumbai, lakes of Bangalore and the Yamuna ghats in Delhi.
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