13th ISOLA CONFERENCE

KOCHIKERALA, INDIA 15-16 FEBRUARY 2019 2 DAYS | 6 SPEAKERS | 4 WORKSHOPS ORGANIZED BY + 3 POST-CONFERENCE TOURS Indian Society of Landscape Architects s India and the world confront the challenges of rising waters, fragile ecosystems, ex- treme climate events, polluted cities, rapid, unplanned development and degraded Aenvironments, equitable healthy living environments and continued ecological appro- priateness have become critically endangered. The self-healing capacity of natural systems is becoming severely threatened.

The role of the landscape architect transcends boundaries, in integrating intangible values of culture, people, places, land, water, air, context and site-specific conditions into ecologically healthy places to meet present and future challenges. Landscape architects play a critical role in synthesizing a range of professional expertise and skills and are best trained to func- tion as members and heads of multi - disciplinary teams that can work on healing the Earth. t in We come from a rich tradition of ecological wisdom and landscape aesthetics; a tradition s that can help us direct, distinguish and protect the ecological processes that will define the Ju future of the land and our habitats. The state of is symbolic of the juncture at which landscape architects stand today. Unquestionably God’s own country, its ecological heritage is abundant yet finite and fragile. How we will address the ecological processes inherent in cr edit : Im age this land, and across the world, through practice and academia, in the years to come, will be | our lasting legacy as a profession.

The intent of the conference is to learn from pioneers, share with our peers, and educate policy makers in the role that landscape architects in India must play; a role that places us at the forefront of ecological processes and design practice. Ecological democracy is a new and exciting field that combines the forces of ecology and participatory democracy to design urban landscapes that help us to create resilient communities.” To understand also how a landscape reacts to a change or disturbance over time on its own or how human intervention can help it, can help us imagine ways of mitigating the effects of future disturbances. It is vital to understand how ecological process is addressed by designers across the globe, as it is to study how Nature adjusts to changes over time. Vie w fro m Meesa pu li ala , Idu kki

A few landscape and planning related professionals around the globe have been using g e : ecological principles and processes to guide and inform their work. It is time to learn from 13TH ISOLA CONFERENCE

them, as well as from the almost-lost cultural practices that for centuries have been using v er Im a o the Earth’s natural processes and rhythms as a basis for development and design. It is time FEBRUARY 15 & 16, 2019 C to study, design and create landscapes with ecological processes as their primary function. , KERALA, INDIA SPEAKERS 1 2 3 Yossapon Dr. T. V. Gena Boonsom Ramachandra Wirth Co-founder and Director, Shma Company Limited, Co-ordinator, Energy and Wetlands Research Design Principal, SCAPE Landscape Architecture a landscape architectural firm in Thailand Group & Urban Design Studio, New York Convenor, Environmental Information Systems Shma Company Limited is a landscape creative (ENVIS) at Centre for Ecological Sciences, IISc, As the Dwesign Principal of SCAPE, Gena draws from platform that aims to make the Earth better by Bangalore her inter-disciplinary training to create ecologically working towards ‘inclusive territory’. This landscape rich and culturally relevant landscapes from the design firm uses the principle of a human-centred A passionate researcher at the Centre for Environ- infrastructure level to the site level. She has been approach to understand human behaviours, needs, mental Studies (IISc. Bangalore), Dr TVR’s research actively involved in several of SCAPE‘s pioneering insights throughout the design process to improve interests range from specialised ecological studies State-initiated research and design programmes the lives of people living the ongoing and future city to energy renewability and further, to curriculum for New-York State. Examples include ‘Oyster-tec- challenges. This creative and interactive approach planning of environmental education. His in-depth ture’ (adaptation strategy for climate change and requires not only a collaborative platform to pull all knowledge and expertise in these fields is wide- sea-level rise in NYC), SIRR (Special initiative for Re- the resources and tools from different stakeholders, ly sought after, by the State of Karnataka and the building and resiliency of NYC), ‘Rebuild by Design’ shareholders, organizations and multidisciplinary Govt. of India to develop environmental policies (pro-active design strategies for disaster manage- to implement the territory, but also, it broadens and their implementation strategies at the state ment), ‘Living Breakwaters’ (a climate change resil- perspectives to identify the appropriate strategies. and national level. iency strategy for the South Shore of Staten Island).

Web URL: Web URLS: Web URLS: http://www.shmadesigns.com/ http://ces.iisc.ernet.in/energy https://www.scapestudio.com/people/gena-wirth/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/T_V_Ramachan- https://www.scapestudio.com/projects/oyster-tec- dra/publications ture-moma-rising-currents/ https://www.scapestudio.com/projects/living-breakwa- ters-competition/

13TH ISOLA CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 15 & 16, 2019 KOCHI, KERALA, INDIA SPEAKERS 4 5 6 Jelle Dr. John Breck Therry D. Liu Gastinger Design Director, Ramboll Studio Dreiseitl, Ecosystem Ambassador for the Commonland Senior Associate, Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Singapore Foundation Architects, Charlottesville, VA, U.S.A Visiting Fellow at the Netherlands Institute of The Ramboll Studio Dreiseitl strives to be a catalyst Ecology NBW creates resilient landscapes by artfully com- for ‘liveable public spaces that integrate natural Director, Environmental Education Media Project bining eco-technologies, aesthetics, and the em- systems’. Their work is grounded in the belief that a bedded histories of a site. We understand that sus- vibrant public realm is at the heart of liveable cities. Known to many as the ‘Indiana Jones of Landscape tainable landscape architecture design succeeds The innovative design solutions of the studio, de- Restoration’, Dr. John D. Liu (ecosystem restoration when it is based on ecologic performance, beauty, rive from collaboration, active public participation researcher, educator and filmmaker), has dedicated and an authentic engagement with the public. In and cross agency co-ordination. Their developed his life to sharing real-world examples of once-de- design projects of all scales, emphasis is placed design philosophy is honed all over the world by graded landscapes newly restored to their original on the symbolic, ecological, and practical poten- their multicultural teams in Germany, Singapore, fertile and biodiverse beauty. Liu, through his work, tial of plants, water, and natural processes in the China, the Nordic countries and the Middle East. attempts to prove that when humans work with sustainable landscape. Careful response is made nature, degraded landscapes can be restored in a to the environmental considerations of a site such The firm’s stated vision is: matter of years, and economies can be regenerat- as stormwater retention, wildlife conservation and • To lead Integration in planning and design to im- ed, putting food security and climate change miti- habitat creation, and energy efficiency. These land- prove quality of life gation within our reach. He believes that humanity scape designs engage the site in a way that informs • To value precious Water as a source of life in plan- must shift from commodifying nature to ‘naturalis- the observer about the environment we occupy and ning and design ing’ our economy, in order to survive as a species. the greater world around us. • To use Landscape Architecture to connect People to urban nature Web URL: Web URL: • To use Art to enhance the experience of people https://knaw.academia.edu/JohnDLiu http://www.nbwla.com/

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13TH ISOLA CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 15 & 16, 2019 KOCHI, KERALA, INDIA workshops

W1 W2 WORKSHOP 1 WORKSHOP 2 Living Waters Gardens that don’t ...... need Gardening ...... Lead by: Latha Raman, Inspiration and Consortium W1 SESSION 1C Lead by: Paul Blanchflower, Auroville Botanical for DEWATS Dissemination CDD Society, India 60 minutes Gardens, Puducherry Conducted by: Latha Raman Jaigopal, Governing Dr. John D. Liu [Speaker] DAY-1 | 15 February 2019 Body Member, CDD Society, India and 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM Karthik, Senior Engineer, CDD Society, India DAY-1 | 15 February 2019 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM W1 SESSION 1A • Case Study 1 – Participative approach towards 30 minutes sustainable rejuvenation of water bodies – the In the past fifty years we have learned a lot about Conducted by Gilles Boulicot, Auroville Centre for Alleppey case study [15 minutes] by Latha/ the characteristics of native plants. We know that Scientific Research Karthik they are “low maintenance” – adapt to low-fertility • Case Study 2 – by Gena Wirth [15 minutes] • Introduction – ‘Living Waters’ soils and easily survive with the seasonal rains of • Case Study 3 – by Jelle Therry [15 minutes] the region. We now realize that for every exotic • Mechanics of aquatic and semi-aquatic • Live project – Rameswaram Canal System, Fort ecosystems – the processes at work and how plant we are using in our gardens, there is a native Kochi alternative. Blending native with exotic may be the they function together Problem definition by Latha/ Karthik • Introduction to natural and constructed wetland way of the future. Native plants need not be viewed [15 minutes] as “specimens” any longer and Permaculture need ecosystems Approaches and invitation of solutions • Constructed wetlands – Applications in the not remain a “demonstration”. The workshop aims [by workshop leaders] to open up whole new avenues in blending these designed landscape Division into 3 groups led by workshop • Design principles for wetland ecosystems themes with our present horticulture styles, with leaders/ guest speakers experts elaborating on the theme. W1 SESSION 1B DAY-2 | 16 February 2019 W2 SESSION 1 30 minutes 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM Conducted by: Ganapathy P., Director–Programme, Introduction of Topic CDD Society, India W1 SESSION 2A Introduction of Experts [Paul and Dr. John] 90 minutes • Rejuvenation of water bodies PART A • Restoring ecosystem processes in dead water- • Discussion of solution among each group Native Plants in the Planting Palette bodies [15 to 30 minutes] 45 minutes • Naturally self-cleaning water bodies • Presentation of solution Conducted by: Paul Blanchflower, Auroville • Case studies of different approaches towards [10 minutes each, with total of 30–45 minutes] Botanical Gardens rejuvenation of water bodies Format: Power Point Presentation • Regulatory context for water body rejuvenation W1 SESSION 2B and for wetland treatment systems • Assimilation of the solutions and conclusion • Introductory Session [30 minutes] • Context: Where and why to use native plants • Environmental analysis • Choosing the right plants based on suitability • Building a plant-palette: What goes together, what doesn’t workshops

W3 SESSION 3 Part A Urban Natural Canal Live project (Thevara Perandoor Canal • Designing with a palette of natives – Panampilly Nagar stretch) • Combining natives with conventional nursery 15 minutes stocks Conducted by: Dr. Sunny George • Potential and pitfalls of working with natives • Sourcing/Propagation – Auroville Botanical • Project introduction Gardens W3 • Data presentation • Introducing some native plants for planting WORKSHOP 3 design Flow of Nature – Part B • Some projects presenting planting schemes with Site visit natives Drainage design 30 minutes following natural systems PART B ...... DAY-2 | 16 February 2019 Permaculture 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM LEAD by: Dr. T. V. Ramachandra, Speaker 45 minutes Dr Sunny George, Director, SCMS Water Institute, W3 SESSION 4 Conducted by: Dr. John D. Liu, Speaker Cochin Format: Video 75 minutes Breck Gastinger, Speaker Conducted by: Dr. T. V. Ramachandra, Garden as Permaculture Breck Gastinger & Dr. Sunny George • What is Permaculture? DAY-1 | 15 February 2019 • Permaculture garden: Its relevance 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM Part A • When to consider designing your garden as a Discussion and design work in groups Permaculture W3 SESSION 1 15 minutes • The steps in the process Water as a resource and process of nature 30 minutes • Problem identification • Study and analysis Conducted by: Dr. T. V. Ramachandra DAY-2 | 16 February 2019 • Design proposal 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM • Water bank : Equilibrium in nature

• Nature’s design: The holistic water-system Part B W2 SESSION 2 • Catchment area analysis and flow dynamics of INTERACTIVE SESSION Design presentation Urban water bodies • Exploring avenues open to Landscape Architects 60 minutes to use native plants • Challenges faced like: W3 SESSION 2 Part C Plant Knowledge Part A Conclusion 20 minutes Access to Plant material and developing the Urban Hydrology: Manage water ways contractors skill set following nature’s design Limitations to the design palate 20 minutes Client expectations and perceptions of what a Conducted by: Breck Gastinger landscape should look like • Active design measures to replicate nature Times lines and the concept of successional • Passive design measures to ensure preservation landscapes of existing surface flows • Relevance of Permaculture • Innovative methods of efficient surface water

management currently practiced in different The session would be followed by brainstorming countries sessions and discussions on the topic.

Part B For the Interactive Session, participants may be W4 Water-wise traditional practices in India WORKSHOP 4 divided into groups of 5-6 people. Participants 20 minutes would work on large sheets of paper with markers The ‘How’ of Conducted by: Dr. T. V. Ramachandra and would eventually pin them up for a group Landscape Installations discussion. • Case studies ...... • Applicability in the current urban scenario This multi-session workshop will bring up the latest in technology for landscape installations POST CONFERENCE TOURS SUNDAY, 17 FEBRUARy 2019 T1 T2 T3 TOUR 1 TOUR 2 TOUR 3 Kumarakam Kochi-Muziris Iringole Kavu Resorts Biennale & Paniyeli Poru ...... COST: RS. 1,500.00 per person COST: RS. 1,000.00* per person COST: RS. 1,500.00 per person

Kumarakom Lake Resort As an artist-initiated organisation, the Kochi- Iringole Kavu is a famous Hindu In forest The rooms, villas and suites at Kumarakom Lake MUZIRIS Biennale was founded on the conviction temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, situated Resort are a perfect blend of Kerala’s traditional that art is essential in society. The Kochi Biennale in Kunnathunad Taluk of Ernakulam district, architectural charm with luxurious, modern. Foundation oversees a comprehensive programmes 2.5 km from Perumbavoor. This is one of the 108 http://www.kumarakomlakeresort.in division that designs and organises critical Durga Temples in Kerala believed to have been education and outreach initiatives throughout consecrated by Lord Parasurama, the sixth avatar of Coconut Lagoon is located upon the the year. These programmes include exciting Lord Vishnu. lake, one of India’s largest inland lakes with its talks, conferences, performances, educational https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iringole_Kavu own distinctive ecology that supports a plethora of interventions, workshops, and other forms of wide natural life. There’s only one way to get to Coconut public engagement. Paniyeli Poru has an amazing sight of Periyar Lagoon: over the water. http://kochimuzirisbiennale.org/ river flowing through rocks and between dense rain forests. The vast view of distant green hillocks and Situated on the shores of the Vembanad Lake, the | 9:30 AM—4:30 PM** the tranquility around the place is really great. Itinerary https://wikitravel.org/en/Paniyeli_Poru longest backwater lake in Kerala, Zuri Kumarakom Boat from Hyatt Resort has breathtaking views of the serene backwaters. The fresh sea breeze, miles of serene KOCHI-MUZIRIS Biennale Itinerary | 7:30 AM—2:30 PM backwaters and swaying coconut palms all welcome LUNCH*: VARIOUS OPTIONS WITHIN THE CITY Bus from Hyatt you to an unforgettable experience of luxury and peace. The dreamy state of Kerala, the southern tip Back to boat Iringole Kavu of the Indian peninsula is often referred to as ‘God’s SUNSET Lunch Own Country’ due to its pristine natural beauty. * LUNCH COST IS NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR COST Paniyeli Poru ** RETURN TIMINGS ARE FLEXIBLE. YOU MAY RETURN BACK Back to Hyatt Itinerary | 7:30 AM—2:30 PM ANY TIME IN BETWEEN Bus from Hyatt House boat FRom Thaneermukkom Kumarakom Lake Resort Lunch 13TH ISOLA CONFERENCE Coconut Lagoon FEBRUARY 15 & 16, 2019 Zuri Resort KOCHI, KERALA, INDIA Back to Thaneermukkom Back to Hyatt Artworks shown here are from the past editions of Kochi-Muziris Biennale PROGRAM* 13th ISOLA Annual Conference 2019 Kochi, Kerala ISOLA ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 15-16, 2019 DAY 0: THURSDAY | 14 FEBRUARY 2019 VENUE: Bolgatty Palace & ISLAND RESORT 14 kOCHI, KERALA 10:30 AM – 11:00 Am PRESS MEETING AT PRESS CLUB FEB Indian Society of Landscape Architects 02:00 PM – 04:00 pm ISOLA National EC Meeting & EB Meeting www.isola.org.in 04:00 PM – 07:00 PM EC and all EIGHT Chapter Elected Members Conference Organized by mEEting & Workshop Briefing ISOLA Kerala Chapter 07:30 PM – 09:30 PM Pre-Conference Dinner COMMUNICATION ADDRESS 26/2409B Thevara Ferry, Kochi 682013 Kerala, India DAY 1: FRIDAY | 15 FEBRUARY 2019 CONTACT VENUE: Lulu Grand Hyatt +91 7012307599 [email protected] 08:30 AM – 09:30 AM Registration 15 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM Inaugural session FEB REGISTRATION, DETAILS OF 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM Tea LANDSCAPE TROPHY [UG & PG] 10.45 AM – 12.45 PM Speakers Session 1: Identity & MORE INFORMATION DONOR PRESENTATION AVAILABLE ON: 12:45 PM – 01:45 PM Lunch http://www.isola.org.in/conference/ ERNAKULAM 01.45 PM – 03.45 PM Speakers Session 2: Approach DONOR PRESENTATION 03:45 PM – 04:00 PM Tea 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM WorkshopS 1,2,3 & 4 LULU GRAND WorkshopS Paper Presentation HYATT 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM Cultural program: KAYAL tRAditional Art forms of Kerala 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM Gala Dinner WITH FUSION INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BOLGATTY PALACE & ISLAND DAY 2: SATURDAY | 16 FEBRUARY 2019 RESORT VENUE: Lulu Grand Hyatt 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM WorkshopS 1,2,3 & 4 16 WorkshopS Paper Presentation FEB VEMBANAD LAKE 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Tea 11:15 AM – 01:15 PM Speakers Session 3: Stewardship 01:15 PM – 02:15 PM Lunch 02:15 PM – 03:00 PM Awards Function KOCHI 03:00 PM – 03:30 PM WORKSHOP CONCLUSION 03:30 PM – 03:45 PM Tea 03:45 PM – 05:00 PM Panel discussion Host City felicitation Kochi has attracted explorers and travellers to its shores for over six centuries. The port city on the tropical Malabar Coast is a fascinating blend of sea & back waters, lush nature, giant vote of thanks by ConvenOr , synagogues, ancient mosques and medieval Portuguese & British Raj architecture. Here, landscape is an integral part life and the region is blessed with amazing nature—rain forests, wildlife sanctuaries, biosphere reserves, hills, cliffs, backwaters, lakes and sea shores. The region is equally well- known for its rich heritage and culture as well as its diverse traditional cuisines. DAY 3: SUNDAY | 17 FEBRUARY 2019 SINGLE DAY TOURS THE CONFERENCE IS SUPPORTED BY 07:30 AM – 02:30 PM Tour | T1 Kumarakom resorts 17 09:30 AM – 04:30 PM Tour | T2 Kochi–Muziris Biennale FEB 07:30 AM – 02:30 PM Tour | T3 Iringole Kavu & Paniyeli Poru | 13.01.19 GRAFINITI

*There may be minor changes in the final schedule and the program will be updated continuously up to the conference.