Practice in Delhi, Seeks to Bridge These Diverse Interests

Home , Chitradurga Fort, Golconda Fort, Kondapalli Fort, Vellore Fort

Preface

The choices that we make today for the development of our landscape has a lasting impression on the future relation of man with the environment. In the Indian context this is more than evident, as is seen in the interconnections of nature, culture and man that have prevailed over the centuries. The designs created in India will have a much broader influence than just within its borders. In rapidly developing countries worldwide there is a need to protect and highlight the dwindling cultural and natural resources. Successful methodology, design development, and long-term management can inspire and guide other countries to steer the direction of landscape architecture towards a sustainable, inclusive, and thoughtful fate.

By creating holistic designs which respond to the character of their locale, we have been able to produce robust schemes which address the contemporary site conditions, pressures and usage, while responding to the rich historical and cultural context of the place. The following projects are a short illustration of the range of ideas and continuous exploratory methods that help us formulate a unique design perspective to provide solutions that have led to our outstanding reputation in the built sector.

This document will give an overview of each of the selected projects through background information, key plans and figures, concise analysis, and main conclusions. Heritage and Cultural Landscape Projects Landscape Projects Jammu & Kashmir Punjab Preface Amrit Anand Bagh, Amritsar Mubarak Mandi Punjab Chandigarh Sultanpur Lodhi Pilgrim Circuit Elante MUD, Larsen & Toubro Ferozpur Freedom Trail Delhi/NCR Uttarakhand Delhi International Airport Chandi Ghat Mayar Biotech SEZ, Gurgaon Coral Brio, Ghaziabad Kanwar Patri IIC, Ford Foundation & UNDP Haryana Badshahpur Corridor, Gurugram Pinjore Garden Uttar Pradesh Auto Mall, Lucknow Delhi Anand Engineering College, Agra Chhath Ghat Hindustan College of Science & Qudsia Ghat Technology, Agra Uttar Pradesh BMAS Engineering College, Agra Badshahi bagh Eduhub, Paniyara Shooltankeshwar Ghat Rajasthan Ghazipur Ghats Kota Park Jharkhand Sahibganj Ghat Mumbai United States Consulate Rajmahal Ghat Madhya Pradesh Andhra Pradesh Dhar Fort Satyam Office, Hyderabad Vemagiri Power Generation Ltd., Chhattisgarh Rajahmundry Sirpur Tourism Development Plan Raipur Kharun Karnataka Mumbai Cotton County , Hubli Omax Industries, Bangalore M.J.P Crawford Market Redevelopment Deen’s Academy, Bangalore Andhra Pradesh Paranjpe Offices, Bangalore Kondapalli Fort Waterwoods Apartments, Bangalore Karnataka Prestige Serenity Apartments, Bangalore Lal Bagh case study, Bangalore Ravichandran’s Apartments, Bangalore Tamil Nadu Residences, Bangalore Renew ITTIGI Ootacamund Club, Ooty Chennai lakes Development Plan Tamil Nadu Thanjavur Moat Redevelopment Sivaganga Park, Thanjavur Vellore Fort DIAL Delhi International Airport INFRASTRUCTURE Delhi

Client GMR DIAL Team/Con- Garden View, Jain Irrigation tractors Architect/Con- AECOM, Hong Kong sutlants Area 32 acres / 3.5 km Scope of Work Design development, construction, coordination & EPC presentation to senior management Airports Council International– Airport Service Quality Award (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2017) 2000 2001 2002 2003 British Construction Industry– Best International Project 2004 2005 2006 2007 Passenger Terminal World– Most Noteworthy New Terminal Design 2008 2009 20102011 World Airport Awards– Best Airport in India 2012 2013 2014 2015

The scope of landscape projects in India is moving from designing projects in isolation towards holistic planning. Landscape development for Terminal 3 is one of the few projects of a scale and significance that consciously attempt to lead the way towards an integrated approach in infrastructure development in the developing world.

Spread across an area of 5.2 million square feet, Terminal 3 (T3) is the state of the art terminal of Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, India. Detailed design planning, material procurement and workforce has been employed for the massive built structure as well as for the development of the surrounding areas

Infrastructure and access roads. The landscape and other associated works around T3 have been designed by AECOM, Hong Kong. Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. was the local consultant to AECOM on this project, assisting them with design development and construction coordination with agencies for hardscape and softscape works for the exterior and interior landscape.

The landscape concept for Terminal 3 (T3) and its adjoining areas is based on the notion of flight. It is celebratory, monumental and dynamic in nature. The landscape journey from the junction of the city link and Graphics:AECOM, Hong Kong central spine begins at the ‘the vortex’ which is designed to catch the wind emulating ‘take off’. Angular water features are located at significant junctions which add to the passenger’s experience. The planting scheme and lighting effects add further impact to the day and night time ambience.

The landscape scheme is divided into three zones: the city link, the transition and the dynamic. The overall planting strategy evolves as you move through different zones. There are nearly 227 exterior and 198 interior plant varieties used in this project, taking into consideration a varied plant palette, growth patterns and required maintenance regime.

Infrastructure

Graphics:AECOM, Hong Kong Apart from the plant material, this landscape scheme embeds systems like automatic irrigation, sub surface drainage, rainwater harvesting and other environmental considerations. The hardscape elements include granite pathways, cement pavers, low feature walls, water cascades and feature lighting deployed in geometric forms evoking the dynamics of flight. To irrigate this extensive 32 acres of exterior landscape optimally, 19 km of drip line has been installed and is fed entirely by treated water, which in itself an achievement for a project of this scale.

The landscape within the T3 passenger terminal building is intended to provide respite to the travel weary passengers and contribute to the visual experience within the terminal using an entirely movable modular scheme of granite and FRP planters. In addition to this, there are smaller features such as vertical green walls, cascading water wall and timber deck installed at different locations within the building , that introduce landscape into the interior thereby accentuating the experience of the internal space.

The exterior and interior landscape of T3 enables passengers to experience a visually enriching environment and creates an everlasting impression within the terminal and along the journey leading to the terminal.

Website: www.delhiairport.com Infrastructure UNDP Campus LANDSCAPE New Delhi

Client UNDP Delhi & Ford Foundation Team/Contrac- Bhagirath Contractors, tors Garden view Landscape, Ripples Engineering, KSR Brothers Architect/ Consultants Area 1.92 acres

The campus landscape of UNDP at Lodi Estate was designed to reflect the functional needs of a dynamic and renowned international organization. The responsibility to respect the fabric of Steinabad made the use of locally available materials such as Kota Stone and Dholpur Stone a no-brainer. The landscape concept explores the relationship between landscape & structure, planting & ecology as well as sun & shade.

Landscaping Badhshahpur Corridor LANDSCAPE/RECREATIONAL GURUGRAM

Clients Iamgurgaon, Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- sultants Area 5 km stretch Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and 2009 2010 2011 2012 construction supervision 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Badshahpur Corridor is a reclamation project in Gu- rugram reinventing an abandoned, impacted and concretized natural waterway into a public green- way. It represents ‘the story of Gurugram, the circle of waste and the journey of water’. The concept is ‘to develop a linear community park, a green oasis and forest walk in the midst of a concrete jungle i.e Gurugram. Badshahpur Corridor is a place for leisure walks, jogging, running, bird watching, cycling, contempla- tion and community. Use of construction and recy- cled waste in all of the designed elements through- out corridor and activity areas emphasize a relaxed informality and reduce the construction cost. The area of construction is limited yet central with an emphasis with more focus on native plantation. A series of Bio swales and Recharge areas will help in raising groundwater levels in the vicinity. Rejuvenation of Sivaganga Park & Tank LANDSCAPE/RECREATIONAL THANJAVUR, TAMILNADU Client Thanjavur Smart City Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to sultants WAPCOS( Water And Power Consultancy Services) Area 12.8 acres (Park) and 6.5 acres (Tank) Scope of Work Conceptual design, 2009 2010 2011 2012 design development and 2013 2014 2015 2016 construction supervision 2017 2018 2019

The development of this ‘historic recreational park’ (created by the British in 1871-72) located in the heart of Thanjavur, a significant centre of Hindu architecture & Chola Empire as well as adjoining the Thanjavur Big Temple, a UNESCO WHS addresses the disregard of its historic context while meeting the recreational needs of the locals. The brief required the park and adjoining lake to respond to its cultural context as well as retain its function as an amusement park. The design strategy envisions consolidation of fragmented areas with a consistent design palette which reads across the different site elements proposed in the park. Ghazipur Ghats LANDSCAPE GHAZIPUR, UP

Client Himachal Futuristic Communications Limited Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- sultants Area 1.5 Acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Ghazipur famously known as ‘Chanchu’ a ‘soil of battlefields’ is just a stone’s throw away from the holy city of Varanasi. The culture and life of this city has been shaped around the networks of perennial rivers flowing along the city mainly Ganges, Gomti, Be- son. This project focuses on development of Ghazi- pur Cremation Ghats which witness large number of cremations daily including those martyred in line of duty, presently has no delineated space for cremation rituals with the result that cremated remains are disposed directly in the river along the entire edge. This poses an interesting challenge of a responsible design of waterfronts, maintaining the sanctity of the place and relationship of people with the river. Ford Foundation LANDSCAPE New Delhi

Client Ford Foundation Delhi Team/Contrac- Bhagirath Contractors, tors Architect/ Consultants Area 1.18 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design and landscape design development and execution

The campus landscape of Ford Foundation at Lodi Es- tate was designed to reflect the functional needs of a dynamic and renowned international organization. The responsibility to respect the fabric of Steinabad made the use of locally available materials such as Kota Stone and Dholpur Stone a no-brainer. The landscape concept explores the relationship between landscape & structure, planting & ecology as well as sun & shade.

Landscaping Mayar Biotech SEZ INSTITUTIONAL Gurugram

Client Mayar Infrastructure Development Pvt. Ltd. Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Raj Rewal Associates sultants Area 20.6 acres Scope of Work Design development, construction coordination & EPC presentation to 2000 2001 2002 2003 senior management 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The plan for Mayar Infrastructure Development Pvt. Ltd. is inspired from the helical structure of the DNA. The landscape plan symbolizes the sweeping curves of the helix. Louis Pasteur was the first known Zymologist (1857). He described fermentation as “respiration without air”. Translating this ideology into design, the concept for development of various features such as the court has been derived from the bubbles that are formed during fermentation on a substrate. The effect is translated using circular and spherical forms. The Hexagonal grid is derived from the structure of Penicillin while the benches take cue from the tablet.

Website: www.mayargroup.com Institutional VPGL Vemagiri Power Generation Ltd. INDUSTRIAL Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh

Client GMR Group Team/Contrac- Larsen and Toubro Ltd. tors Architect/Con- Jurong Consultants Pvt.Ltd. sultants Area 160 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development, tender documentation and construction supervision 20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Landscape development for a Natural Gas based thermal power plant focused on a low maintenance ecological approach for a larger extent of the site. The design of showcase areas such as the entrance court, administration building, cooling tower front- age, relay building and workshop building around the reservoir follow the adoption of aesthetically pleasing materials. Mass planting at an extensive scale was the emphasis of this project. Larger areas like the rear of the cooling tower were used to develop productive gardens and fruit trees. However, small pockets were not overlooked and were intensively landscaped.

Website: www.gmrgroup.in/energy-vemagiri-power-generation-ltd.aspx Industrial Coral Brio COMMERCIAL Ghaziabad (UP)

Client IP Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

Team/Contrac- From Client tors

Architect/Con- N + U Design Studio sultants Area 1 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The concept for the landscape development of this project involved the use of bold features. The planting style focuses on bold accents of perennials and grasses. Combining texture, colour, height, and structure as a cohesive unit, the project seeks to create a dramatic effect on visitors.

Restrictions on the architectural views of the project are omitted by the planting style, which intends to capture the imagination of users of this site.

Website: www.coralbrio.com

Commercial Elante MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT Chandigarh

Client CSJ Infrastructure Pvt. LTD (L&T Realty) Team/Con- Larsen & Toubro Ltd. tractors Architect/Con- Woodhead, Australia sultants Area 20 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision. Additional contract for continuous onsite 2000 2001 2002 2003 construction coordination. Commendation Award, Landscape Category,AISAA 2015 2004 2005 2006 2007 Realty Plus Excellance Award 2014 2008 2009 2010 2011 Developers of the year Commercial-2014(ABP Realestate Award) Star Retailer Award 2012 2013 2014 2015

ELANTE, Chandigarh is a multi-use development that was launched in early 2013 by Larsen & Toubro, as their first foray as reality developers. Located on a site of approximately 20 acres, the Mall and Office complex measure approximately 29 lakh sq.ft, while the landscape component takes up about 15% of the entire site. Set within the industrial core of Chandigarh city, this is meant to be an iconic development serving the larger regional setting of Punjab and Haryana.

With the genre of mall architecture taking over the urban recreation scene, it is easy to address these spaces simply as pretty places to shop. Yet, this may not be a

Mixed Use Development true representation of the wide range of possibilities and experiences that malls can provide. Malls need to be safe, comfortable social places where people of all ages can enjoy outdoor and indoor leisure activities. This project offered us an opportunity to redefine the generic ‘shopping experience’ by seamlessly integrating the retail mall experience with a cultural beat. As opposed to simply a backdrop to shopping, the scale and location of the central court is an opportunity for engaging the users by offering a scale of emotional and social experiences.

The brief was to design a space that evoked openness and a cosmopolitan feel akin to the spirit of the city. It was indeed a unique project as it was our first experience where the client, design engineers, and contractors are all from the same company, albeit different arms, showcasing the benefits of harmonious collaboration.

ELANTE is a play of contrasts. While the architecture is aimed at grandness, the landscape is intended to be on a human scale. The design concept envisions a landscape ‘for the people’ at a more personal level. The goal of the project was to create a common civic space inside a shopping mall that encourages social interactions that define our culture. For this purpose, the availability of a large central court measuring approximately 80,000 sq.ft in the heart

Mixed Use Development of the complex offers an opportunity for cultural interactions which would brand ELANTE as a prominent recreational, shopping, and cultural hub in the city of Chandigarh and the tricity region. The scale and location of the central court allows it to act as the social nucleus of the mall. To build a narrative around the central court means that it needs to remain open to reflect the experience of sky, while keeping the material, form, and design of individual elements focused on more human proportions. This means integrating and consolidating the space so as to not delineate between tactile and functional elements like fire tender, drainage works, etc.

This idea is carried over to other building essentials, such as mumties, which were not built in order to keep the space unified. The material palette uses fine craftsmanship to play on the idea of randomness, which contributes to make the court visually cohesive and compelling. The paving pattern adds an element of directionality to the space, inviting visitors to exit the mall and explore the plaza. It is important to provide orientation and identities within the larger space, therefore a set of smaller courts are built into the design of the main plaza. These intimate spaces are woven around differential slab levels, stairwell, and light well cut outs, in order to create a range of experiences within a greater whole.

Website: www.lntrealty.com/elante.aspx Mixed Use Development Cotton County RECREATIONAL Hubli

Client Consortium of eight clients Team/Contrac- From Client tors

Architect/Con- Vivek Halbe, Srushti sultants Associates Area 6 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The Cotton County landscape design reflects the opportunity offered by a heavily contoured site which led to an interesting design solution that portrays the sheltered interactive spaces situated at different levels. A rustic look was chosen for the site with the rough finishes of earthy coloured local materials used for this site.

Website: www.mclubholidays.com/affilatedclub/cotton-county-club/

Recreational Amrit Anand Bagh COMMERCIAL Amritsar

Client Amritsar Improvement Trust Team/Contrac- Mr. Sethi tors Architect/Con- None sultants Area 30 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The master plan uses the geometry of surroundings to create visual use of landscape elements such as water, flowers and trees. The plan punctuates a large plaza in such a way that it draws visitors in and through itself. The position of entrances, water and planting features, walkways and the physical links between the various elements in the design through the seating areas attempts to create a symbolic representation of the welcoming and acceptance that is characteristic to the Sikh religion. A recreational zone dedicated to experience the duality in the Sikh culture.

Website: http://www.amritsarimprovementtrust.org

Commercial Auto Mall COMMERCIAL Lucknow

Client Tulsiani Construction and Development Ltd. Team/Con- Not executed tractors Architect/ Rudrabhishek Enterprises Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Area 5 acres Scope of Conceptual design and Work 2000 2001 2002 2003 design development 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The landscape design and development for auto mall took into account the finesse of tradition and evolved from a confluence of traditional context and contemporary use. The entire site was envisaged as a plaza without evident distinction between pedestri- an and vehicular zones.

Renew Edu-Hub Landscape Paniyara, Varanasi

Client RENEW Power Team/Contrac- Jas Consultants tors Kirti Consultants Conservation Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. Architects Area 0.28 acre Scope of Work

This Community Centre project in a rural setting is aimed at promoting development and achieving sustainability on a host of social and environmental issues. The approach has been to include green initiatives as a part of the design process in order to make them intrinsic to everyday learning activities to be performed daily by the local residents of all age groups. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the everyday life of the people by providing a space for social inclusion and healthy interaction on initiatives that are aimed at nurturing community identity and promoting local economy. A range of functions that form a part of this initiative include educational, vocational, recreational and community facilities like comput- er training centre, water ATM, squash court, community hall

Redevelopment Satyam New Facility OFFICE Hyderabad

Client Satyam Computers Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Jurong Consultants sultants (India) Pvt.Ltd. Area 1.7 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The design was prepared on behalf of Jurong Con- sultants Pvt. Ltd. There was an emphasis on environmental concerns. The design entailed a series of courtyards, leading from sheltered spaces into the building. A formal landscape with a lotus pond re- flected in the glass elevation of the building leads to an informal atrium court designed as a series of stepped terraces, with dense tropical vegetation, giving a unique character to this breakout space.

Website: www.techmahindra.com Office Kota Park LANDSCAPE Rajasthan

Client Kota Nagar Nigam Team/Contrac- - tors Conservation A.N.L. Associates Architects Area 2 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design and landscape design development

Reinventing the central open space of Kota city that over time has been relegated to a squatter. This master plan builds on the identity of this space in the memory of Kota dwellers. The Dussehra Udyan is an attempt to showcase a balance of ecological initiatives ( rainwater har- Redevelopment vesting through kunds) with a cultural idiom of design details that redefines this central public space in the city.

Redevelopment Omax INDUSTRIAL Bangalore

Client Omax Industries Pvt.Ltd. Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Existing Building sultants Area 12.3 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Spread over an area of 12.3 acres, the landscape was laid out in a grid of orthogonal planters and offered spaces for active use by factory workers as well as for small social gatherings of the staff.

Website: www.omaxauto.com

Industrial Deen’s Academy INSTITUTIONAL Bangalore

Client Deen’s Educational Trust The proposal was to develop spaces around the Team/Contrac- From Client Administration block and internal courtyards of the tors school. The Landscape design for the courtyards at- Architect/Con- Centre for Vernacular sultants Architecture tempted to create sensory awareness amongst chil-

Area 1210 sq.ft. dren. Aromatic as well as herbal plants were used Scope of Work Conceptual design, with appropriate signage for different zones. A low- design development and construction supervision er courtyard was introduced for temporary displays 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 representing seasons or festivals. 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Website: http://whitefield.kideens.com/ Anand Engineering College INSTITUTIONAL Agra

The Sharda Group of Insitutions campus at Agra Client Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI) comprises of 3 institutes: the Anand Engineering Team/Contrac- From Client College, Hindustan College of Science and Tech- tors Architect/Con- M.S. Satsangi and nology and BMAS Engineering College. Devel- sultants Associates opment of roads and driveways with peripheral Area 26 acres planting created an envirgorating environment for Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and its staff and students. To enhance the outdoor ex- construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 perience, the Anand College was developed with a 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 sports stadium and eco water features with indige- 2012 2013 2014 2015 nous plants.

Institutional Hindustan College INSTITUTIONAL Agra

Client Sharda Group of Landscape development for the Hindustan College Institutions (SGI) took into account a number of factors to create a vi- Team/Contrac- From Client tors brant environment for users of the campus. Bound- Architect/Con- M.S. Satsangi and ary/peripheral plantations were used for screening, sultants Associates identity, and verdant views from upper floors with Area 16 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, a contextual planting scheme that compliments the design development and landscape of open areas and entrance of buildings. construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Seating arrangements and visual aid through sig- 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 nages were also incorporated.

Website: http://hcst.edu.in/ BMAS College INSTITUTIONAL Agra

Client Sharda Group of The third college of the sprawling campus was de- Institutions (SGI) veloped with the idea of treatment of on-site drains Team/Contrac- From Client tors and infrastructure in order to overcome unused left- Architect/Con- M.S. Satsangi and over spaces. Informal open spaces were designed sultants Associates as a break-out space for students. Roadside land- Area 13.2 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, scape design with paving and street furniture adds design development and to the user-friendly landscape design of the campus. construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Institutional US (united states) Consulate OFFICE Mumbai

Client U.S. Consulate The Team collaborated with EDAW, Alexandria of- Team/Contrac- From Clients fice, USA, a leading international Landscape firm. tors Begun in 2006, the services offered to EDAW re- Architect/Con- EDAW, Alexandria, sultants U.S.A lated to research and design of indigenous plant Area 4.7 acres species: Trees, Shrubs and Ground Cover. Scope of Work Conceptual design for softscape

20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Website: mumbai.usconsulate.gov

Paranjpe OFFICE Bangalore

The developer’s office was set up in Bangalore for Client Paranjpe Schemes (Construction) Ltd. sales and marketing of an elderly people’s home Team/Contrac- From Client project. Therefore, accessibility was given prime tors importance to cater to senior citizens.The idea was Architect/Con- Omar Nisar Associates, sultants Bangalore to have a narrow channel of water from the en- Area 2000 sq.ft. trance to an external sit-out where outdoor client Scope of Work Conceptual design, interactions could be facilitated. The entrance was design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 designed on the principal of universal access and 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 due to paucity of space, a ramp defined the en- 2012 2013 2014 2015 trance without steps.

Office Apartments LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Prestige Estates Projects The design for this property contrasted a formal in- Pvt.Ltd. ternal water feature in the lobby with private gar- Team/Contrac- From Client tors dens focusing on primarily plant-scape. Architect/Con- Omar Nisar Associates, sultants Bangalore Area 2000 sq.ft. Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Website: http://www.prestigeconstructions.com/

Apartments LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Dr. Ravichandra Designed as an entrance area to an exclusive Team/Contrac- From Architect apartment complex the space also serves as a land- tors scaped spill out. A grid of stone paving and grass Architect/Con- Mistry Architects sultants joints laid out in a formal layout is interspersed with Area 1450 sq.ft. planting beds with the landscape culminating in a Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and fish pond tucked away in a corner of the space. construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential Waterwoods APARTMENTS Bangalore

Client Sai Paryavaran Constructions Pvt.Ltd. Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Thimayya and Prabhakar sultants Associates Area 2.2 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The project conceived with a tightly knit community living, built around the concept of a central courtyard that creates a micro-climate for the residents. The basic idea was to create spaces and buildings that people could use to form strong, vibrant and sustainable communities. An existing grid of inverted beams dictated a pre- dominantly rectilinear geometry. Shallow planting depths were overcome by introducing taller planters and creating a checker board language of soft and hardscapes. The central court with 1200 sqft swim- ming pool was designed at a lower level to offer privacy as well as to give visual access to the Gym and Club Area.

Residential Website: http://saiparyavaran.com/ Residence LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Mr. Dilip Porwal A linear garden that wrapped around the building Team/Contrac- Mr. Nagaraj on two sides, this was designed using new design tors Architect/Con- Existing Building elements as well as incorporating bits of an earli- sultants er garden which was unearthered in the process of Area 0.5 acres construction. A rocky stream, being one such dis- Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and covery was integrated using dense tropical planting construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 to offer a contrast to an otherwise formal dressed 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Sadarhalli clad landscape palette. 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residence LANDSCAPE Bangalore

The residential project for a well known Bangalore Client Lal and Nisha Melwani business house focused on using exposed high Team/Contrac- Mr. Rajgopal quality bricks, handmade ceramic tiles, and Dhol- tors Architect/Con- Mistry Architects pur stone to create a garden that could be used sultants for relaxation and recreation. The existing water Area 1400 sq.ft. pond was integrated into the proposed scheme by Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and cladding it with the same materials. The planting construction supervision 2000 2001 2002 2003 scheme focused on retaining existing mature plan- 2004 2005 2006 2007 tation and introducing clusters of shrubs and ground 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 covers to offer variation in texture and colour.

Residential Residence LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Shobha and Manu Designed as a modern interpretation of the Zen Chatlani garden with the use of materials present at site, ex- Team/Contrac- From Client tors isting Sadarhalli stones on the drive way was care- Architect/Con- Mistry Associates fully taken apart and reused interspersed with peb- sultants Area 1500 sq.ft. ble bands. A visit to the Granite quarries prompted Scope of Work Conceptual design, such a conservationist approach. Planting design design development and construction supervision 20002001 2002 2003 focused on indigenous species that resembled ori- 2004 20052006 2007 ental specimens. 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residence LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Harini and Suri Being an ecologist’s residence, the emphasis was Team/Contrac- From Architect on the use of indigenous planting material instead tors of exotic plant species. The design of the civil works Architect/Con- Vivek Halbe, Srushti sultants Associates including selection of materials were intended to Area 3500 sq.ft. reflect their rustic look. Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Residential 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential Residence LANDSCAPE Bangalore

Client Mr. Joseph Team/Contrac- From Architect tors Architect/Con- Omar Nisar Associates sultants Area 4600 sq.ft. Scope of Work Conceptual design, design development and construction supervision 20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

In an urban context, green breathing spaces were thought most important , acting as a spill out of many activities. Thus, in a limited area, pockets of contemplative and recreational spaces were created using pattern paving, ornamental seating and an exotic plant space. beyondBUILTPvt.Ltd. Landscape Architecture & Heritage conservation

Executive Summary 2019

E-26, Janpura Extension, Delhi Email: [email protected] Tel: 011-43552960 Preface

HERITAGE CONSERVATION is a field that defines the place of man within the landscape in which he functions, thereby creating landforms rich with both tangible and intagible heritage known as Cultural Landscapes. The effect of Cultural Landscapes extends beyond the borders of a country, and hence, shapes different parts of the world in unexpected ways. This is especially true for culturally rich countries like India that have been a cradle for many diverse cultures and religions. Hence, such places of great historic and cultural value need effective initiatives to protect their dwindling cultural resources in today’s race for rapid development. Sensitive design methodologies that are derived from the ethos of a place are required if we are to progress towards a sustainable, inclusive, diverse and a culturally rich future.

Our approach to heritage conservation has always been based on contextual analysis of historic values of the site as a whole as well as of its individual contributing elements. The kind of intervention required, therefore, arises from the inherent qualities of a site and its features. This approach informs a response that is invariably unique and specific to the needs of the place. Thus, the decision to preserve as found, restore to a particular period or reconstruct is based on the values that come out of the nature of the problem.

The purpose of this document is to lay out the design approach that is inherent in all our projects, and seeks to address the above mentioned concerns by giving background information, key plans and figures, concise analysis, and main conclusions. Heritage and Cultural Landscape Projects Landscape Projects Jammu & Kashmir Punjab Amrit Anand Bagh, Amritsar Mubarak Mandi Punjab Chandigarh Sultanpur Lodhi Pilgrim Circuit Elante MUD, Larsen & Toubro Ferozpur Freedom Trail Delhi/NCR Uttarakhand Delhi International Airport Chandi Ghat Mayar Biotech SEZ, Gurgaon Coral Brio, Ghaziabad Kanwar Patri IIC, Ford Foundation & UNDP Haryana Badshahpur Corridor, Gurugram Pinjore Garden Uttar Pradesh Delhi Auto Mall, Lucknow Chhath Ghat Anand Engineering College, Agra Qudsia Ghat Hindustan College of Science & Technology, Agra Uttar Pradesh BMAS Engineering College, Agra Badshahi bagh Eduhub, Paniyara Shooltankeshwar Ghat Ghazipur Ghats Rajasthan Kota Park Jharkhand Sahibganj Ghat Mumbai Rajmahal Ghat United States Consulate Madhya Pradesh Andhra Pradesh Dhar Fort Satyam Office, Hyderabad Vemagiri Power Generation Ltd., Chhattisgarh Rajahmundry Sirpur Tourism Development Plan Raipur Kharun Karnataka Mumbai Cotton County , Hubli Omax Industries, Bangalore M.J.P Crawford Market Redevelopment Deen’s Academy, Bangalore Andhra Pradesh Paranjpe Offices, Bangalore Kondapalli Waterwoods Apartments, Bangalore Karnataka Prestige Serenity Apartments, Bangalore Lal Bagh case study, Bangalore Ravichandran’s Apartments, Bangalore Residences, Bangalore Tamil Nadu Renew ITTIGI Ootacamund Club, Ooty Chennai lakes Development Plan Tamil Nadu Thanjavur Moat Redevelopment Sivaganga Park, Thanjavur Vellore Fort

Typical Model For Viable Ghats Chandi Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Uttarakand

Client Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to sultants WAPCOS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 0.78 km Scope of Work Research, analysis, design 2000 2001 2002 2003 and development of ghats 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Chandi Ghat, Haridwar lies on the banks of the River Ganga in the state of Uttarakhand. The Ganga’s sanctity makes it a valuable river, holding a special place in the Indian ethos. The ghat has been perceived as an interface of the river and people.The axes of approach are defined visually by the gateways for easier movement of people through the ghat. Paving patterns through the promenade keep the linearity of the ghat in continuum with the river’s direction of flow. The material palette for hardscape and softscape responds to the flood levels of the river, thus maintaining the site context. The ghat has been percieved as an open space that celebrates the river as a vital component of Haridwar, and aims at rejuvenating the surrounding premises. Website: wapcos.gov.in

River development & rejuvenation Shooltankeshwar Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Uttar Pradesh

Client Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to WAP- sultants COS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 2.78 acres (0.13 km) 2000 2001 2002 2003 Scope of Work Research, analysis, 2004 2005 2006 2007 design and development 2008 2009 2010 2011 of ghats 2012 2013 2014 2015

The ghat has been designed for public use with areas delineated for private functions. Women’s bathing area is one such function that has been incorporated into the existing ghat area. Access and connectivity with the newly developed part of the ghat is such that it provides additional privacy to these areas.

New elements have been added to the existing ghat area that enhance the experience and make it more user friendly. These include railings, platforms, wider steps that function as long stretches of sitting areas, planter beds, changing rooms and a ramp for universal accessibility. The entire ghat area has been designed for the high flood level as well as the low flood level.

Website: wapcos.gov.in River development & rejuvenation Qudsia Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Delhi

Client Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to WAP- sultants COS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 0.64 km Scope of Work Research, analysis, design 2000 2001 2002 2003 and development of ghats 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

The ghat was originally an extension of Qudsia Bagh, located close to Kashmere Gate, the two being important historical sites of the city. The ghat can connect and revive the cultural aspects of the area, promote ecological sustainability along with economic activity, and enliven a range of users to explore the riverfront. Running parallel to the river across the length of the site, the ghat will act as a promenade. Chattris along the ghat offer shelter and pleasant seating opportunities looking out over the Yamuna. The concept of this area is to create a multi-functional ghat leading to the ecological island and river, while also serving as a recreational promenade along the riverfront.

Website: wapcos.gov.in

River development & rejuvenation Chhath Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Delhi

Client Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to WAP- sultants COS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 0.21 km 2000 2001 2002 2003 Scope of Work Research, analysis, 2004 2005 2006 2007 design and development 2008 2009 2010 2011 of ghats 2012 2013 2014 2015

A relatively new ghat that is situated on the east bank of the Yamuna near the ITO intersection, the chhath ghat has been built specifically for the Chhath puja which takes place every year close to Diwali. During the non-festive season the ghat’s main use will be for recreation and social opportunities. This includes walking, bird and wildlife watching, and boating. Open spaces have been designed and kept clear to allow an array of informal activities. This allows the larger spaces that are used during festivals to cater to recreational purposes in the non-festive season. This was critical in order to add to the cultural significance of the ghat.

Website: wapcos.gov.in River development & rejuvenation Sahibganj Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Jharkhand Client Sahibganj Nagar Parishad, Urban Development Department, Government of Jharkhand Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors

Architect/Con- Sub consultant to WAP- sultants COS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 1.67 km 2000 2001 2002 2003 Scope of Work Research, analysis, 2004 2005 2006 2007 design and development 2008 2009 2010 2011 of ghats 2012 2013 2014 2015

The main purpose of the design is to make the riverfront multi-functional through appropriate design. The main elements of the riverfront include a promenade, bathing ghats and ferry ghat along with landscape terracing.

No existing ghat structures have been destructed in the process. Rather, each ghat has been redeveloped, with additional facilities incorporated into the design, retaining the cultural and religious importance of the river.

The concept was to create a holistic design for the entire stretch of Sahibganj ghats by linking them with a

River development & rejuvenation promenade and treating Ghat spaces as pause points where religious and recreational activities can take place.

Each ghat space was provided with infrastructure facilities like toilets, change rooms, safety chain, etc. while retaining the ambience of the place, and creating user friendly and well-designed spaces with the introduction of landscaping elements like chabutras, platforms, planters, seating areas and informal shops. These additional design elements were treated as an extension to existing features and not meant to replace them. Thus an attempt was made to create a design that derives out of the existing design vocabulary of the place and merges into its surroundings.

River development & rejuvenation Rajmahal Ghat RIVER DEVELOPMENT & REJUVENATION (PROPOSAL) Jharkhand Client Rajmahal Nagar Panchayat, Urban Development Department, Government of Jharkhand Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors

Architect/Con- Sub consultant to WAP- sultants COS (Water and Power Consultancy Services) Area 2.25 km

Scope of Work Research, analysis, design 2000 2001 2002 2003 and development of ghats 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

A proposal for redevelopment of existing ghats aimed at providing new facilities to improve the riverfront ecologically and to give it a new cultural and civic identity. All ghats feature a Promenade to provide a continuous usable river edge. The ghat development plan for Rajmahal has been developed with a view to create environmental awareness for cleanliness of the river. This can transform the water front areas from marginal use and connect to the main stream, public activity. It, therefore, intends to improve the city life, greatly enhance ecological awareness in order to prevent disposal of untreated sewage into the river, and also prevent solid waste dumping on the river banks.

River development & rejuvenation The main planning impetus is to make the riverfront multifunctional through appropriate design. No existing ghat structure has been destroyed in the process. Rather, each ghat has been redeveloped, with additional facilities incorporated into the design, retaining the cultural and religious importance of the river. The main elements of the Rajmahal Riverfront Development include bathing ghats, cremation ghat, recreational ghats, promenade and landscaped terracing. Ghat spaces have been provided with infrastructure facilities like toilets, change rooms, safety chain, and ramp for universal access, while retaining the ambience of the place, and creating user friendly and well-designed spaces with the introduction of landscaping elements like chabutras, platforms, viewing decks, planters, seating areas and informal shops. Vellore Fort LANSCAPE/RECREATIONAL VELLORE / TAMIL NADU

Client Integrated tourism development of Vellore fort Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- Sub consultant to sultants WAPCOS( Water And Power Consultancy Services) Area 136 acres Scope of Work Conceptual design, 2009 2010 2011 2012 design development and 2013 2014 2015 2016 construction supervision 2017 2018 2019

Project Vision is Development of Vellore Fort as a tourist destination and a “City Fort” by creating an integrated space for locals as well as tourists people to celebrate the historic fabric of this 16th Century fort where the first mutiny took place in 1806. The landscaping works are implement- ed in a manner that it respects the significance of Vellore fort and its surroundings. The Vellore fort will serve as a large common celebrated community space in an otherwise dense urban fabric among citizens, tourists and art- ists. The design vision creates a series of flexible gathering spaces from passive uses to larger events such as festivals etc. to transforming underused site’s open spaces within the fort for heritage interpretation, recreation and pilgrimage as per the different user groups for visiting the fort. Kondapalli Fort HERITAGE/RECREATIONAL ANDHRA PRADESH

Client Department of Archaeology And Museums, Goverment Of Andhra Pradesh Team/Contrac- From Client tors Architect/Con- DRONAH sultants Area

Scope of Work Conceptual design, 2009 2010 2011 2012 design development and 2013 2014 2015 2016 construction supervision 2017 2018 2019

The landscape catering to the functioning of the 7th Cen- Present landscape scheme doesn’t correspond to tury Kondapalli Fort sits atop the hill range of Kondapalli in any time period in any sense and gives the impres- Andhra Pradesh, surrounded by a type of lightwood known sion of a makeshift arrangement to accommodate as ‘ponuku’ (Gyrocapus jacquini), used in the manufac- the few visitors. No Proper defined approach and ture of the famous bright coloured Kondapalli toys, also arrival area not fit for the grandeur of the fort well known for having medicinal plants and trees. Relatively less explored, remote and unfamiliar lands as compared to its counterparts Golconda Fort and Chitradurga Fort, now emerging out of shadows is on the verge of becoming Iconic ‘Cultural Heritage Tourism Destination’ for Andhra Pradesh and one of the exemplary forts of the state. Crawford market REDEVELOPMENT Mumbai

Client M.C.G.M. Team/Contrac- - tors Conservation A.N.L. Associates Architects Area 2 Acres Scope of Work Conceptual design and landscape design development

At a busy intersection north of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus lies the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai, for- merly and popularly known as Crawford Market. Apart from being known as one of the oldest markets in Mum- bai, it is also one of the busiest. Redevelopment Built in iconic Victorian architecture style in 1869, the external façade exudes an old world charm, which fades away rather abruptly as one steps into the courtyard. Of the 22,471 sq.m overall area of the market complex, the open courtyard commands 16,956 sq.m, necessi- tating its redevelopment as vital to the overall conservation of the heritage building.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahatma_Jyotiba_Phule_Mandai Redevelopment Sirpur Tourism DEVELOPMENT PLAN Chhattisgarh

Client Chhattisgarh Tourism Board Team/Contrac- INTACH(Indian National Trust tors for Art and Cultural Heritage) Heritage tourism Conservation INTACH Architect Area 6.5 hectares Scope of Work Heritage Tourism Management Plan 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

6th Construction of Sirpur is a small temple century Baleswar temple town located on the east bank of the River Mahanadi, Construction of 625-50 AD Laksmana temple about 75 km to the north- east of Raipur city. In 5th-

Excavation of 1954-56 8th centuries A.D., it was the Groups of 5 monk AD residences capital of Sarabhapuriyas and Panduvamsis of South Kosala.

Relics dating back to the Stone 1955-56 Excavation of AD Swastika Vihara Age have been discovered at a number of places along

Excavation of 2003-04 the River Mahanadi. The Baleswar temple geological formation in the area dates

Heritage Management Sirpur is a small temple town located on the east bank of the River Mahanadi, about 75 km to the north-east of Raipur city. In 5th-8th centuries A.D., it was the capital of Sarabhapuriyas and Panduvamsis of South Kosala. Relics dating back to the Stone Age have been discovered at a number of places along the River Mahanadi. The geological formation in the area dates back from Archean times to recent Pleistocene. The site is surrounded by deep forests on almost all sides, particularly on its right banks. As it contained a great number of dwellings for all classes, the king’s palace, and numerous temples in a forested country, it was called ‘ ’, i.e. Sripura in historic times.

Our aim for the site has been to develop tourism with the idea of experiencing history within nature. Our approach towards the project ensures holistic planning, discourages cosmetic measures and recognizes the connection between socio-cultural and environmental settings for promoting the heritage experience. This provides the opportunity of being located close to two rural settlements offering means to support a small scale tourism industry which gives further impetus to the socio-economic status of the local community. The proposal involves the design of an integrated development plan comprising of tourist structures and facilities like museum, cafe, interpretation centre and

Heritage Management Mubarak Mandi LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT PLAN Jammu

Client Mubarak Mandi Jammu Heritage Society Team/Contrac- INTACH tors Conservation INTACH Architect Area 15 acres Scope of Work Master Plan for landscape redevelopment 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Raja Mal Dev laid 1370 AD three foundation The Mubarak Mandi Palace stones Complex which is regarded as the crown of Jammu city and has developed in phases over Construction of the 1735 AD Mandi by Ranjit the last two hundred years. The Dev complex is sited strategically on a hillock overlooking River Tawi in heart of the old city of Jam- Plants were 1856 AD imported mu and exhibits a unique blend of Mughal, Rajputana, Sikh and Baroque styles.

Most buildings 1947 AD were complete The Central Courtyard of Mubarak Mandi showcased a

Historic Landscape Development variety of plants imported during the regime of Ma- haraja Ranbir Singh. Besides being a heritage building and a place of residence for the royalty, it also served as a hub of political and social activity till the nation’s independence in 1947.

Our aim has been to create a reflection of the original characteristics and functions of these spaces as well as to cater to the contemporary urban cultural and recreational requirements .

The terrace extends out from palaces on the north eastern side overlooking River Tawi and has a stun- ning backdrop of hills.

Taking advantage of the topography, the beautiful setting and to bring sun in these terraces were built for the ladies of the royal family to sit in and enjoy the view.

In the Zanana Court, a sculpturous tree has been introduced, which can be viewed from the entry. Ge- ometric planting layouts have been developed with pathways utilizing brick and stone bands for paving in overall landscape design.

Existing elements have been highlighted, and new elements introduced, like a swing over raised platform to symbolise the “Zanana- Palace of Ranis.”

Historic Landscape Development The raised platform on northern side is replaced with shaded green space and the temple facade has been uplifted to merge with the landscape.

The Central Courtyard has been designed as per the orientation of the buildings, and the landscape has been developed to highlight the historic context.

The open spaces have been organized in the quadratic pattern, to follow the existing architectural style and a large portion of open area has been left to serve as a “mandi” and for multi-purpose cultural activities. Plan- tations have been retained to maintain filtered views of the building.

An organized network of signages, sit out areas and pathways for comfortable and convenient circulation has been developed.

Website: http://www.intach.org/pdf/july-dec-2009.pdf Historic Landscape Development Pinjore Garden LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION Haryana

Client Haryana Tourism Team/Contrac- MKG Consultants tors Conservation CRCI, Delhi Architect Area 36 acres Scope of Work Research, design and landscape development

20002001 2002 2003 2004 20052006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Existance of an In the town of Pinjore, 20 km 1030 AD Ancient Garden from Chandigarh, south of the town of Kalka, the Pinjore Gardens are located at the Gardens were 1669 AD conceived by confluence of the rivers Jhajjar Aurangzeb’s architect and Kaushalya (tributaries of the Ghaggar River) in the lower

Shivalik ranges. This area is cul- Maharaja Amar Singh purchased 1775 AD this garden from turally rich with sites of historic, Sirmor’s king archaeological, religious and symbolic significance, many of which were in existence long Pinjore was 1974 AD Excavated before the creation of the gardens in the Mughal period.

Landscape Conservation able historic fabric and dilution of the essence of the garden design. The central water channel, which was conceived for the natural spring water has now been covered by layers of modern, inappropriate materials. It was, therefore, essential to devise a contextual approach for conservation of this historically rich garden.

The landscape conservation methodology is based upon the nature of historic value of the garden as a whole as well as of its individual contributing elements. Further, based upon these values the intervention needed to emerge from the level of transformation, addition or subtraction from its value, in each of the garden areas and components namely, the central water feature, the orchard plots, the entrance courts, the boundary walls and gates, the vegetation, the garden pavilions etc. Therefore, the decision to preserve as found, restore to a particular period or reconstruct will depend on the above factors. This programme of garden conservation and use of a combination of ap- proaches offers a unique opportunity to present these to the public as a showcase of the available tools that may be employed in the future of garden conservation in India.

Landscape Conservation The garden conservation approach for the Pinjore Gardens was centred on reversal of the ‘wow’ factor where de-congestion of the central axis was the prime focus. In order to ensure that the garden continued in its use as a public space offering open-air recreation, it was proposed to undertake conservation works in the upper plots under the first phase of works.

As the central channel formed the lifeline of the garden, rejuvenation of water supply from its natural source, the spring, ensured a continuous flow of water in this landscape. Analysis of various features such as the relationship of the channel with adjacent planting or pathways suggested restoration of the original central water feature stream to string a terraced landscape, thus reviving the original character of the gardens.

Landscape Conservation The gardens were laid out in 1669 during Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s reign, by his foster brother Fidai Khan, Governor of Punjab. This 36 acre terrace garden was conceived to serve as a pleasure resort echo- ing the classical Shalimar gardens of Kashmir. Inspired by the presence of perennial springs in this region, a central water channel bisected two perfect square garden plots at an upper and lower level.

The chahar bagh at the upper level is spread across six acres with a 30 acre chahar bagh at a level 6 metres below. The entire garden is enclosed with high stone masonry walls with octagonal bastions marking the corners. The infusion of geological features such as an active fault scarp employed as a design feature divides the two chahar baghs, laid out in the idyllic locale of the Morni hills giving these gardens the distinction of being the only Mughal era pleasure gardens outside Kashmir.

While it was conceptualised as primarily a private space for royalty with the Darbar space for public use, in the second half of the 20th century it became a public space in entirety. The patronage too has changed from royalty to an organisation of a democratic government, the Department of Tourism, Government of Haryana. Inadequate understanding of the significance of this historic garden has caused loss of valu-

Landscape Conservation Dhar Fort DETAILED PROJECT REPORT

Madhya Pradesh

Client World Monument Fund Team/Contrac- Annabel Lopez tors Conservation Vijay Amujure Architect Area 15.2 acres Scope of Work Research, analysis and preliminary proposal for site development 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Located in the plateau and moun- tainous region of Malwa in Madhya Pradesh, Dhar fort was an important military outpost. It was built in 1010 A.D. by Raja Bhoja and was expanded to its current size by 1776 A.D.

History reveals how the site was under the constant conquest by a number of dynasties. During the reign of the Paramaras from the 9th to the 13th centuries, Dhar became

Heritage Management the new capital of the Malwa region. As Ala-ud-din Khalji captured Dhar and Malwa in 1305 A.D., the region was under the Delhi Sultans for a century. Due to the strategic location of the fort and with further conquests the fort developed with architectural styles from various eras of architecture, making it a historically rich site.

The fort is built on a high mound in an area of 15.2 acres and is accessed by five entrance gateways that lead to several courts, enclaves, and a baoli. The form of the fort evolves out of the landscape and respects the topography and natural grading of land. It also carries important religious significance and is a fine example of the Vaastu Shastra principle of architecture and design which aligns features along key cardinal axis. The presence of a baoli at the lowest point of the Dhar plateau indicates the storage of run- off from the fort. Restoration of the baoli and its surroundings can help in the development of the baoli terrace as a garden, as these may have existed as the Udhyan from Raja Bhoja’s time. The baoli enclave also has some historic trees which can be conserved to retain the context.

The Dhar fort has seen a number of rulers who have played a vital role in creating the fort that exists today. Festivals that were celebrated during the Parmar reign

Heritage Management such as the Vasant Utsav are celebrated till date in this LEGEND region. Sparse settlements exist at the fort premises 1 External periphery today and it offers a large open space for recreation. 2 Internal 1 periphery The historic significance of Dhar makes it an impor- 3 Entrance court 2 2 tant heritage site which can tell a number of stories 4 Intermediate

terrace 7 to its visitors. Certain areas of the fort have witnessed 5 Central court a number of developments and destructions with the 6 Royal enclave

5 progress of time. A detailed survey of the sub-surface 8 7 Baoli enclave reveals the presence of design features which, when 8 Barrack enclave developed, can be used for various activities such 6 1 as heritage walks that can be conducted at the fort 4 premises.

Heritage Management PRABHAT PHERI (PROCESSION PATH) AT THE TIME OF GURU NANAK DEV’S AND BEBE NANKI’S BIRTHDAY Sultanpur Lodhi PILGRIM CIRCUIT Punjab

Client Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board Team/Contrac- CEA (Consulting Engi- tors neers Associates) Conservation Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. with Architect Pankaj Modi & Krupa R. Area 2.2 km Scope of Work Research, analysis, design and development of heritage trail 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

6th Construction of Sultanpur Lodhi is an ancient century Baleswar temple town in the Kapurthala district of Punjab. The sanctity Construction of 625-50 AD Laksmana temple of this holy township, rivals that of Nankana Sahib. It was

Excavation of 1954-56 at Sultanpur Lodhi that Guru Groups of 5 monk AD residences Nanak Dev Ji, spent 14 years of his life before attaining en- lightenment. Tourism Depart- 1955-56 Excavation of AD Swastika Vihara ment, Government of Punjab proposes to develop an Inte-

Excavation of 2003-04 grated Pilgrim Circuit through- Baleswar temple out Punjab State.

Heritage Tourism Our proposal looks at an overall improvement of the trails connecting the Gurudwaras, Quila and Had- ira. Interwoven with these trails, an overall landscape and environmental improvement scheme using signage, street furniture, tourist facilities, pathways, information kiosks, parking spaces and appropriately planted vegetation are included in the scope of this work to enhance the pilgrim experience.

The primary strategy was to restore damaged sec- tions of the gateway and provide a compatible use to it, to regulate usage and maintenance of the structure.

Adaptive re-use strategies suggest a costume or pro- cessional gallery. The gateway lies along the bi-annual ‘Prabhat Feri’, one in honour of Bibi Nanaki Ji and Guru Nanak Ji, when the Guru Granth Sahib is taken around town in a ‘palki’ along a set path, visiting all the principal gurudwaras of the town en- route. Hence, it was suggested that the principal gateway can be adapted into a gallery where visitors experience the processions through audiovis- ual presentations and display of regalia associated with it and understand the history and significance of these rites.

Heritage Tourism FEROZPUR FREEDOM TRAIL Punjab

Client Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board Team/Contrac- Mr. Yashpal tors Conservation Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. with Architect Pankaj Modi & Krupa R. Area 7 acres Scope of Work Research, analysis and proposed Site Management Plan 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

6th Construction of century Baleswar temple The town of Ferozepur is significant as it is the land of martyrs like Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Construction of 625-50 AD Laksmana temple Sukhdev. The town’s historical and religious buildings, visible

Excavation of remnants of its historical built 1954-56 Groups of 5 monk AD environment and their associa- residences tion with well known historical personalities have contributed 1955-56 Excavation of AD Swastika Vihara to make this place a significant heritage site and an important

Excavation of destination for tourists. 2003-04 Baleswar temple

Heritage Tourism Ferozpur city, situated on the Indo-Pakistan border, in historic times was a trade centre for this region. According to some sources, Ferozshah Tughlak who had a passion for founding cities founded Ferozepur in the 14th century.

The conservation strategy for the site has evolved out of the identified issues and the best way to tackle them. The site is nationally and regionally important and describes the values associated to it, which includes the freedom struggle of the martyrs Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev who were the most influential revolutionaries of the independent movement .Their bodies were brought along of river Sutlej for an unceremonious cremation.

The conservation strategy in designing different areas of the park has evolved out of the identified issues and the best way to tackle them. Existing structures are integrated within the park setting. A smooth circulation pattern is created between the pier gateway, irrigation rest house along the river front and such that they reflect each other. Subsequently, a site management policy has been devised for regular maintenance of the site.

Website: www.punjabtourism.gov.in/District.aspx?CityName=Ferozepur

Heritage Tourism BADSHAHI BAGH DETAILED PROJECT REPORT Uttar Pradesh

Client INTACH Team/Contrac- - tors Conservation INTACH Architect Area 24 acres Scope of Work Documentation, analysis and preliminary proposal

2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

1659 AD Aurangzeb built Heritage sites of Fatehabad Badshahi Bagh including the walled garden near Agra go back more than

350 years in history. Located Fehabad was an 1760 AD important Mahal on the outskirts of the city and of Akbar taken over for establishment of government offices has had a

Retained as a Sikh dual effect on the garden. This 1781 AD territory has been beneficial in the way that the garden boundary has remained intact. However; con- Fathehabad was versely, the garden layout, veg- 1997 AD Pronounced as a district etation and other features have

Documentation and Analysis fallen into disrepair or have completely disappeared.

Badshahi bagh Fatehabad is a garden complex, ev- idently built in 17th century Mughal India, which lies forgotten and in an advanced state of dis-repair. In the absence of adequate documentation as to its original purpose, there is no conclusion on whether it served as a pleasure garden or functioned as a royal hunting palace. The study undertaken attempts to add to the body of knowledge in existence re- garding the role of this garden while also aiming to identify current issues and a direction for its viable future.

Historic sources state that Badshahi bagh was built in the year 1659 A.D. as a pleasure garden by Emperor Aurangzeb to celebrate his victory over his brothers for the Mughal throne. The town of Samugarh is said to have been renamed Fatehabad by the Emperor Aurangzeb in commemoration of this as is evident in its name. However, some historic accounts describe the towns around the battle region as having hunting-lodges built by Shah Jahan and Jehangir.

The original layout of the Badshahi bagh seems to have been a traditional char bagh with a central pavilion and four quadrants of planted area. The

Documentation and Analysis North-South orientation of the central pavilion and the rest of the complex further points to the care taken while laying out the entire bagh. The style of architecture within the bagh may be placed either in the late or post Shah Jahan period.

The Badshahi Bagh, as a repository of Mughal architecture and garden planning, has immense historical, cultural, and archaeological significance derived especially from its association with Emperor Aurangzeb (1658-1707 A.D.).

The Conservation study for Badshahi Bagh sought to investigate and document its physical fabric and relationship with context. An overarching vision of the project is to showcase a purpose specific approach to the cause of unprotected rural heritage in India, contributing to a growing number of success stories in this segment.

Website: www.intach.org

Documentation and Analysis Ootacamund Club RENOVATION Ooty

Client Team/Contrac- tors Architect/Con- sultants Area Scope of Work Research, analysis,inspection and renovation 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Ootacamund Club, one of India’s elite clubs, had its foundation in 1842 when the private residence of Mr Rumbold was converted into a club. Addi- tional wings were swiftly added and today the club occupies a site of a few acres within the city of Ooty. It has seen many changes: parts of the club lands were sold off, and Indians can now become mem- bers while earlier it was meant only for Europeans.

Heritage Conservation Kanwar Patri Pilgrim Trail Haridwar

Client Lahmeyer GKW consult Team/Contrac- Not tendered tors Architect/Con- - sultants Area 5.6 km Scope of Work Research, analysis and preliminary proposal for pilgrim path development 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Design guidelines for the development of a pilgrim path seek to create an environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive cultural tourism development of the Kanwar Patri, Haridwar. The guidelines aim to provide and/or improve basic infrastructure, services and safety and most of all the enhance the experience of the ‘yatra’ itself.

Heritage Tourism Raipur Kharun Landscape

Raipur

Client Raipur Development Authority Chattisgarh Team/Contrac- Government PSU tors Conservation Sub consultant to Architects WAPCOS( Water And Power Consultancy Services) Area 4942 acres Scope of Work

Master Plan for a river system balances urban use, religious ablution, seasonality of water flow and proposes a long term vision that will retain the ecological character of Kharun River and its environs. In the larger context this is an area that ties up the existing cities of Raipur, Durg and Bhilai with the newer areas of Naya Raipur and airport infrastructure and further the riverfront.

Redevelopment Chennai Lakes Development RE DEveLOpment Chennai

Client Chennai Rivers Restoration Trust Team/Contrac- tors Conservation Sub consultant to Architects WAPCOS( Water And Power Consultancy Services) Area 38 lakes in CMA Scope of Work

A balanced approach of ecological rejuvenation, design interventions to improve function and imageability well suited to their socio cultural context, this was an sample effort to revitalise a few tanks of Chennai.

Redevelopment Research and Publications

“Landscape Design for L&T Multi Use Development, Chandi- “ICOMOS: Heritage & Democracy ” 2018 June 2015 garh” Published in the US ICOMOS Conference held in New Delhi Published in the Journal of Indian Institute of Architects “Women in Landscape Architecture” “An Everyday Park Overwrites A Painful Past” June 2015 2018 Published for the Women In Architecture Conference Published for the ECLAS Conference, Ghent 2018 “Nature of Fortifications” June 2015 To be published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing for the ICO- “Military Landscapes: A future for Military Heritage” 2018 FORT 2015 Conference Published in Military Landscapes: A future for Military Heritage “Open Cities, Closed spaces: Envisioning inclusive landscape June 2015 design” “Historic Planting: A Contextual Approach for Heritage Pre- Published by Architecture+Design 2018 cincts In India” “Metamallphosis of Urban Recreation” August 2014 Published by INTACH Journal Published in Architecture Update, Vol.8, Issue 5 “Drawing on the historic to inform contemporary landscape “Ghats: The Rivers of Life” December 2017 aesthetics” Published in My Liveable City 2013 Published in Architecture Update, Vol. 7, Issue 11 “Building Landscapes on Buried Pasts” “Scene Building” 2016 October 2013 Published in My Liveable City Published in Architect and Interiors India, Vol. 5, Issue 7 “Landscape Development around Terminal 3 & Associated “Mapping Delhi’s future: the many facades of Lutyens’ Bun- Works” March 2010 2016 galow Zone ” Published in IFLA (International Federation of Landscape Architects) Published in LA Journal Newsletter Conservation Briefs: Guidelines for preparation of a Heritage “The ‘Nature’ of Fortifications” Management Plan Published in Cambridge Scholars Publishing June 2010 2016 Published by INTACH “Lal Bagh: A Case study of Landscape Conservation” Spring 2007 “Open Cities, Closed spaces: Envisioning inclusive landscape Published by Journal of Landscape of Architecture design” 2015 “Contemporary treatment of Historic gardens, issues and in- Published by Architecture+Design August 2006 sights” Published in Journal of Indian Institute of Architects; Part II, Vol. 71, Issue 8 Research and Publications

“Cultural Landscape - An Approach to Heritage Movement April 2006 in India” Paper presented at the U.S. ICOMOS Conference in Newport “Navigating the Crossroads” February 2006 Published as a part of ISOLA Annual Conference Proceedings

“Working Conservation, Conflicting perceptions” October 2004 Paper published in Seminar, an Indian Conservation journal

“Open Space Planning ‐To Rid Delhi of Its Drainage Di- September 2001 lemmas” Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP “Lodi Gardens- A Walk through history” Article, Compilation of information on heritage and nature walks June 2001 in the famous 20th Century Gardens designed around 14th- 15th Century Sayyid-Lodi monuments in Lutyen’s Delhi published in Journal of Landscape Architecture A Modern Tradtionalist: Interview with Prof. Ravindra Bhan Special issue of the Journal of Landscape Architecture dedicated May 2001 to the works of Prof. Ian Mc.Harg, a leading American Land- scape Architect. Prof. Bhan is an eminent Indian Landscape Architect “Improvement through Empowerment: Restoring the Natu- 2000 ral Drainage Channel Network of Delhi” 2000 Journal of the ISoCaRP

“Greenways – towards Environmental Planning of the October 1999 Urban Fringe of Delhi” Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP

‘River in the life of a city. Yamuna Riverfront development- an endeavour to revive the past to ensure a sustainable future for Delhi’ September 1998 Paper published in the Annual Journal of the ISoCaRP Re-published in a Special issue of the Journal of the Indian Insti- tute of Architects dedicated to Landscape Architecture.

Founder & Director With two decades of experience as a landscape architect, Nupur’s emphasis on collaborative engagements and synergies across disciplines is rooted in her academic background. With graduate and post-graduate degrees in Physical Planning and Landscape Architecture from SPA Delhi and Heritage Conservation from University of York (UK), her work through Beyond Built Pvt Ltd, a research-based design practice in Delhi, seeks to bridge these diverse interests. The firm is currently involved in various water-front projects for the Government in India. She envisions a concentration over the next two decades towards community-driven projects in urban spaces in India, a culturally-diverse, democratic nation. Her multi-disciplinary approach and experience across sectors, linking theory and practice will hopefully help her in this endeavour.

Currently based out of Stockholm, she is an Advisory Circle Member of the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), Advisory Board Nupur Prothi Khanna Member of the Institute of the International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISoCaRP), and a voting expert on the ICOMOS Scientific Committee Landscape Architect and Heritage Consultant on Cultural Landscapes. Nupur Prothi Khanna was the co-chair for Scientific Symposium of the 19th Triennial ICOMOS General Assembly held at Delhi, India from 11th to 15th December 2017. She has been actively involved with the Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) since (2005) and has been Secretary, Delhi Chapter (2012-14) and Executive Council Member, ISOLA in 2015-17.