Urban Design is key to safe cities. Think about where you feel safe ? – Empty dull streets or active / vibrant streets??
Jane Jacobs often said ” Eyes on the Street” is crucial for a street to be a safe place saying…
LIVABLE STREET STANDARDS: WHAT MAKES AN EDGE ACTIVE AND LIVABLE?
“Edge is one of the most important elements of an urban structure. It is essential that the building edge be…
"A sidewalk is the most important component of a livable city"
“A sidewalk is known as a footpath, foot-way or pavement. It is a path along the side of a road.…
LIVABLE STREET STANDARDS: WHAT IS A MINOR ROAD?
“The Street hierarchy ranging from major to minor roads are an organizing element in urban planning and design based on…
Livable Street Standards : What is a Major Road?
“The Street hierarchy ranging from major to minor roads are an organizing element in urban planning and design based on…
High Street is the best way to encourage local entrepreneurship & “Make in India” Strategy!
High street retail encourages local entrepreneurs. You’ll find much more participation of local businesses, innovative businesses which are actually run…
Making Special Places by Honoring History
Public Space improvement project aimed at honoring the rich history & Heritage of mid-town Mumbai
Video: SENSEable City Lab explores the “real-time city”
An MIT research group that explores the “real-time city” by studying the increasing deployment of sensors and networked hand-held electronics,…
Why Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive is ANTI People & not a #SmartCity Street!
Video Credit : Shovan Shah Is Mumbai’s iconic street Anti People? The Marine Drive’s 2 ft Road dividers is making…
Revival of Public Realm : A Strategy to transform Indian Cities
Legendary Urbanist Enrique Penalosa once said “Quality of life distribution is more important than income distribution”. We must invest in…