Planning

The design emerged from the parent city of Jaipur and a detailed study was done to analyse the built-form relationship, open space connectivity and typological collage that existed in the city of Jaipur. A city layout is introvert with a dense central spine which acts as the activity hub for the entire city. The plan is based upon a nine square geometry derived from Vastu Purusha Mandala. The perimeter is square and its main axis is running north-east to south-west, crossed by a secondary axis along the main transversal road. Orientation is determined by the path of the sun so as to minimise solar contact with built surfaces. The idea was to create a variety of open spaces, such as the courtyard, the terraces and balconies overlooking the gardens, to eventually evolve a street as a cluster of houses with courts, gardens and public buildings.

Sector plans acc. to town planning principles laid down in Vastu Shastra

Model showing hierarchy of streets & use of courtyards