y URBAN VOIDS: A STUDY OF PUBLIC SPACES UNDER FLYOVER a? a Seema oR) me TMT MC LU LOM ed ead aURBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyover TABLE OF CONTENTS SEE MVUNTENTS CHAPTER 1- INTRODUCTION. 1.1 Background. 1.2 Aim. 1.3 Objective. 1.6 Need for stud 1.7 Methodology. wWwNHNNNNBY CHAPTER 2-URBAN VOIDS. 2.1 People, Public spaces and city life... 2.2 Parameters affecting urban voids. 2.2.1 Physical * Functional NN we © Geograp al * Phenomenological * Planning * Economical 2.3 Urban public spaces — 2.3.1 Favela painting project. 2.3.2 Rebuilding Detroit. 2.3.3 Highlane, New York. 10 10 11 12 CHAPTER 3- FLYOVER: AN OVERVIEW. 3.1 Need of flyovers in urban space: 3.2 Types of flyovers... 17 3.2.1 Road crossing Page.URBAN VOIDS. 3.2.2 Railway line crossing 3.2.3 Elevated expressway/freeway interchange 3.3 Impact of flyovers. 19 3.3.1 Environment impact.. 19 3,3.2 Visual and psychological impact...... 7 21 3.3.3 Impact of flyover at cross junctions......... 21 CHAPTER 4- PRESENT ISSUES AND THEORETICAL SOLUTION. 4.1 Background. 24 4.2 Present transportation scenario in Delh 24 4.3 Planning strategies of flyover by government in Delhi 26 4.4 ill maintenance under the flyover. 28 CHAPTER 5- SECONDARY CASE STUDIES. 5.1 IM flyover, Ahmadabad... ES 30 5.2 Tulpule flyover, Mumba 33 5.3 Cario flyovers, Egypt... 37 CHAPTER 6- PRIMARY CASE STUDIES. 239 6.1 Raja garden flyover. 39 6.2 Defence colony flyover. 45 6.3 Sarai kale khan flyove: 50 54 6.4 Aiims flyover.URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyoverr URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyover [I CHAPTER 5 - SECONDARY CASE STUDIES We deal with the problem of lack of basic urban amenities in many neighbourhoods in our cities. There is a lack of places that invite for public interactions. The under bridges spaces are a precious opportunity for local communities. The importance of local community initiatives is key to transform these dead spaces happened in the cities where this movement occurred and this resulted in great urban spaces benefiting the entire community, therefore these spaces are transformed into creative venues for various community facilities and outdoor activities such as libraries, markets, public spaces. playground, art galleries, canteens, seating areas with traditional board games, etc. 5.1 IM FLYOVER, AHEMDABAD (AMC) 5.14 LOCATION: IIM junction, vastrapur, ahemdabad Mody stare s of Monogement of Monagemem ‘ovneiaboe Fig 27. location of IIM flyover junction 5.1.2 YEAR OF COMPLETION: December 2017. G13 LENGTH OF FLYOVER: the scope included comprehensive velopment of 920 meter length that include the flyover 504 meters. 51.4 OVERVIEW: labad has a number of bridges and flyovers to increase the connectivity the city. While the bridges are planned primarily for improving vehicular iURBAN VOIDS. a study of public spaces under fyover IIB flows, the spaces under the bridge structures are left unplanned ending up as haphazard parking, encroachments and garbage dumps. Such disused spaces degrade the surrounding areas and act as a divide in neighbourhoods. Though it has taken the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) a whole year to plan and finalize the design for Space utilization at one such over bridge. A few options have been shortlisted like Setting up a vegetable market, a mini food court, rickshaw parking space and also a small library 5.1.5 IM FLYOVER UNDER SPACE AND STREET DEVELOPMENT: AMC's bridges department had carried out a survey to identify flyovers which have adequate space that can be utilised for public Use. Of the nine, survey identified five over bridges for bridges for development- Soni Ni Chaali over bridge Shahibaug railway over bridge, Jivraj Mehta Bridge, Thakkarnagar and Chanakyapuri bridges. HCP is engaged in this initiative by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) towards improving the urban environment and aims to humanize these transport infrastructures and reclaim the underutilized spaces under bridges and flyovers. ° The proposed uses under these bridges are context specific and based on the detailed study of the adjacent neighbourhoods, on-site documentation of the bridges and general use and activity patterns. Fig 28- Plan and elevation of AMC flyover over IIM junction In the municipal budget for 2011-12, Ahemdabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) proposed a flyover at the IIM junction to address the traffic congestion Problem at this intersection. The scope included comprehensive development = PMERIyrns np co iniprojectlim-tlyover-underspace-and-sreet-development i aa}PaURBAN VOIDS. a study of pu blic spaces under fyover [a of 920 mt length that included the flyover and the complete right-of-way feasibility assessment of the project. traffic count surveys of the intersection, based on which the al flyover was decided. It is a four lane flyover with a total width public space under the flyover constitutes 1340 sq. m. of built u lyover (504 mt), the Spaces under the width. Work begun by undertakin This included city wide traffi fern and lignment of the of 13.5 m. 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It crosses the A Se fine near the defence colony. There is a very different situation, a road which crosses the railway line and service roads u turn below the flyover. There is no direct link below the flyover between the two sides, which area divided by the railway line Jawoharlal ® Nehru stadium Fig 61- Delhi map showing location of defence colony flyover , India, Defence Colony is an affluent lo situated in central South Dell builtin 1960s for ex-defence service people .The Defence Colony flyover runs above the Defence Colony Flyover Market, which houses bank, wine shops, travel agencies, eateries, boutiques, and the city’s most famous dog clinic- Cum-shelter. 6. 22 YEAR OF COMPLETION: 1960 *23 FLYOVER LENGTH: about 1KMLONG Colony area comes in Zone - D of South Delhi. Mixed use means the ee esse activities in residential premises. Mixed use "°9Ulations I streets and pedestrian streets in the zone under mixed use ‘OMprises, 88 envisaged in MPD-2021.Defence Colony is mixed land use area Sauhons, of commerciaization or shops wit residences. On both th - Side of fyover is residential colonies. This is true for the Northem side also ere AND LANDUSE: MIXED Provision a5 [Page URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under tyover IRIEy URBAN VOIDS- a s a oBseRVATIONS: 62! acTiviTies BELOW FLYOVER ise a stone's throw from the famous Central Market is an innovative market launched as a pilot project by DDA in 1979. Today, Defence Colony flyover market is one-of-its kind in the entire Asian subcontinent. Housing 353 shops under the flyover, the market has survived over the years as a success story for optimal utilization of space under flyovers. It started as a garment hub, but this market has come to be known for take-away joints famous for Chinese and traditional Arabic food. The space beneath the flyover is extensively commercialized. On the Defence Colony side not only there are up market boutiques showrooms, but also offices including that of the Mahanagar Telephone nagar limited besides which are many shops and restaurants 8. ACCESSIBILITY TO SITE: Defence Colony is accessible by means of public transport including autos, taxis, buses as well as the Delhi Metro, which commenced services adjacent to the area in October 2010. Thus, if we are want to reach Defence Colony by the Delhi Metro, hop off at the Lajpat Nagar station and cross the road using the overhead, bridge as Defence Colony is on the opposite side of the road. PEDESTRAIN CONNECTIVITY: Defence Colony is accessible by means of public transport including autos, taxis, buses as well as the Delhi Metro, which commenced Services adjacent to the area in u October 2010. Thus, if we are want to reach Defence Colony by the Delhi Metro, hop off at the Lajpat Nagar station and SfOss the road using the Cvethead, bridge as Defence Colony is on the oj i th of th ‘ Pposite side 2 Fig 62- pedestrian connectivity under the flyover (author) MOVEMEN eet fai link road carries lots of traffic throughout the day Major link between south delhi and the central business The meURBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under tyover [EIN district of Connaught place. Because of parking problems near the shops, roads are encroached by carrying tempos which increase the high volume of traffic on roads adjacent to flyover. Fig 63- traffic movement £. CROSSINGS: Road crossing is the main problem which obstructs the use of spaces below flyover. There are no crossing provided at either side of below flyover but occurrence of high volume traffic on the road throughout the day movement of vehicles is kept slow which helps to the go from one side to another. F, ENCROACHED AREA: Setback area below flyover is encroached by hawkers at both the sides Which creates problem in circulation to the visitors and shopkeepers, On roads at either side of below flyover, cars are encroached on pathways which are a serious problem not only for the visitors but also for the residents living there.Fig 64, 65, 66 & 67- encroachments and shops under the flyover (c G. WORKABILITY AND FEASIBILITY: Commercialization below Defence Colony flyover is the best example of utilization of spaces below fyover. Its workability has proved convenient and possible from 1979 to till now. Today, Defence Colony flyover market is one of its kind in the entire Asian subcontinent. Housing 353 shops under the flyover, the market has survived over the years as a success Story for optimal utilization of space under flyovers. The Fa e Publ transportation, easily acces, 'Y and prime location made these uses ‘workable a feasible from last Many years, Fig 63. °26 SWOT ANALysis: A STRENGTH: This centre his area. This Sommercialization of So area ji °2 info mix use. The ample spa DOA PARK. 0A PARK. ast Plan of shops arrangement under the flyover (author) became a very important landmark of commerc long 's inspiring the nearby resident ce and nearby facilities bus stops, aa => 3M WIDE CORRIDG 2M WIDE CORRIDOR, way in enrichi 9 the zation of_— banks underneath the made this concept successful to utilize the space below flyover B. WEAKNESS. There is no facility of parking to the shopkeepers and visitors so cars are generally parked on pavements or in an illegal manner in front of shops. The setbacks below flyovers are encroached by hawkers which obstructs in circulation. Development of Squatters near the junction below flyover is a serious matter for improvement. C. OPPORTUNITY: Potential for become a highly accessible commercial hub if the role of government will involve to improve the problems nearby the flyover like parking problem , squatter developments and encroachments in the area .Government should initiate for the maintenance of ruined structure of flyover. D. THREAT: The ruined condition at ceiling of flyover can harm the shops, shopkeepers and the whole commercialization below the flyover nowadays which is emerging as a commercial hub. The Expansion joints which are in broken condition can be a major threat to this commercial area. It is a centrally located commercial market and would get more customers. But despite paying one of the highest Property taxes, the civic facilities have not improved 491Pageae , URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyover 9.3 SARAI KALE KHAN, DELHI 634 LOCATION: The Sarai Kale Khan is notable for Sarai Kale Khan Inter- siate Bus Terminus and Hazrat Nizamuddin Rai fay Station, Delhi Govemments Transport Department zonal office and Millennium Park on Ring road, The Sarai Kale Khan flyover is one of the 54 flyovers constructed by the peli government in the past decade. The Sarai Kale khan flyover is highly used connector along the outer ring road as it connects directly to the ‘Nizamuddin Railway station. Therefore, large amounts of migrant population which arrive into Delhi through the Nizamuddin Railway station seek for temporary stay and shelter. Neeertmnereerrenien ‘ nage Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg) Fig 69- Delhi map showing location of sarai kale khan flyover 6.3, Baa ZONE AND LANDUSE: MIXED Fain khan area comes in Zone - D of South Delhi, Mixed use means the in the for non-residential activities in residential premises. Mixed use streets Khan, ee '@ under mixed use regulations as envisaged in MPD-2021.sarai kale mixed land use area comprises of commercialization or shops with So|PageURBAN VOIDS. a study of public spaces under Syove aes . . One side of flyover is residential colonies and other side is Yaruna ed wasted. paren 63.3 OBSERVATIONS: A ACTIVITIES BELOW FLYOVER The grill barrier under the flyover leads to a small gatewa rag pickers and beggars. The grills were installed a few years ago to keep encroachments at bay but families living under the flyover say that they have nowhere to go. The space present under this flyover is highly unused space when compared to its immediate context. The homeless migrants who once took shelter under the Nizzamudin flyover have been deprived due to fencng done by the DDA. The space here thus remains a fenced unshed space in the heart of the capital. Fig 70, 71- showing migrants from other states 8. ACCESSIBILITY To SITE: Sarai Kale Khan Flyover is accessible by means of public transports including autos taxis, buses as well as the Railway station. New line of Delhi Metro is proposed to serve this area and which is now in under “onstruction. The distance from Noida to Sarai Kale Khan is about 20 Minutes, from Maharani Bagh it takes 10 minutes and from ITO its takes 20 minutes to reach si] PoFig 72- plan showing unused space below the sarai kale khan flyover C. PEDESTRAIN CONNECTIVITY: The site is well connected by pedestrian on either side. Pedestrian are encroached by the migrants from the other cities and converting into squatter colonies. D. TRAFFIC MOVEMENT: The Sarai Kale Khan Ring road carries lots of traffic throughout the day, being the major link between South Delhi and the central business district of Connaught Place. Congestion and no provision of parking space at this area, Roads are encroached by cars, taxis and carrying tempos which increase the high volume of traffic on road adjacent to flyovers. E. CROSSINGS: Road crossing is the main problem which obstructs the use of spaces below flyover. There is red light crossing provided at either side of flyover which are continent to the people to go from one side to another. F. PARKING PROBLEMS: There is a huge shortage of parking space so roads are encroached by Vehicles at both the sides. This not only causes inconveniences to visitors, but also disturbs the nearby residents of this area. 6. ENCROACHED AREAS: he space below flyover and pedestrians are illegally encroached by hawkers at both the sides which migrants of other city, beggars and by s21P URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyover [NNNa URBAN VOIDS- a study of public spaces under flyover ee homeless people. It is a serious problem not only for the visitors but also for the city governments. Fig 73- encroached areas under the flyover 6.3.4 SWOT ANALYSIS: A. STRENGTH: Site is located at the prime location with nearby facilities like bus terminal, bus stop, and blue line metro as well as railway station and has ample space under the flyover for utilization. B. WEAKNESS: There is no facility of parking to the shopkeepers and visitors so cars are generally parked on pavements or in an illegal manner in front of shops. The pedestrians are encroached by migrants, beggars or squatters which obstructs in the circulation. Development of squatters near the junction below the flyover is a serious matter for city government. C. OPPORTUNITY: Potential for become a highly accessible public facility and recreational hub if the role of government will involve to improve the problems Nearby the flyover like parking problem , squatter developments and encroachments in the area. Government should initiate to plan the Spaces below flyover to utilize them perfectly D. THREAT: High volume of traffic on the roads, encroachment on pavements, poor fonditions of pedestrians, lack of parking aren Ie8S People are the problems which are the biggest rea, problem, migrating labors. threat to this 53| PageURBAN VOIDS- a study of pubic spaces under tyover SEI FLYOVER, DELHI oA ams ver is one of the best examples in the city on how to use flyover nIMS introduce greenery. Though the beautification of the AIIMS flyover space 10 tinder line from various quarters alter a steel art installation was ‘out clearance from Delhi Urban Arts Commission. The flyover ‘ated by Sheila Dikshit led Congress government in 2003. Dixit ‘ed that the flyover was environment-friendly with extensively with’ inaugut had then claim ped greens. a OCATION: AIIMS flyover is located in Ansari nagar in South Delhi. It is 644M to the South extension-II market, and lies on the south-eastern quadrant of Aurbindo Marg and inner Ring road crossing. v *f og : eile t. — - @ satinae alls Compus otitis Fig 74- Delhi map showing location of aiims flyover 842 YEAR OF COMPLETION: 2003 Ba, Tre cgeVOVER LENGTH: Width, stoic nCludes a curved flyover of 122 meters length and 22.5 meters ohing 2 el¥Over of 102 meters length and 210 width loops and slip roads bays ” 'M@th of 3400 meters and concrete underpass including two 54|PageURBAN VOIDS- a study o s CLOVERLEAF AND ITS APPENDAGES: 54d AMS of at this junction has put an end to all pedestrian connectivity me re AIMS area of Aurobindo marg with that of the Delhi haat area petwee” 5 brings out that these sensitive areas will require a Special fo Guide! ae of the pedestrian walkways — especially in terms of keeping the for desig from all access points at grade. If subways become absol s tes Gree oH vicinity of the hospitals it is important to make then hundred ial in a, handicap friendly with supportive tools. Instead the subways are cluttered wil ih dirt and unwanted maintained tools Fig 75- view of coverleaf aims flyover 645 STEEL SCUPTURES IN THE MIDDLE OF COVERLEAF FLYOVER Delhi's first site specific, stainless steel contemporary sculpture, ‘sprouts’, a Project designed by Jindal stainless limited, conceptualized in 2007 by Sculptor Vibhor Sognai, sprouts has two clusters of giant metallic sprouts — one '2s eight, with the tallest one 35 feet tall, while the other cluster has over 400 Smaller sprouts, 3 - 5 feet high. Made of rust-free, 304 and 316 grade stainless abe Sculpture is organic to its location. The globes of the sprout have the signed in such a way that the top half reflects the sky and lower half The 722" ON the ground : Gund itself has been {i S5| PaURBAN VOIDS- a ‘TIONS: 55 0BSER VA T land large earth mounds creat combinattties the vision at high speed, enflames the large and rat dom ce of vegetation (predominantly ground cover and small shrubs) sirvctuf@, ‘eel structure contemporary sculptures conceptualized by sc domi plex ro jestrian sme median is totally hardscape and there is no plantation. Loose p Ins. badly maintained and absence of cross walk facilities (at grade, subway ja foot over bridge), has high modal conflict. The zones outside the loop are frastate of neglect which can be improved with distinct and non — distr teatment which should at the same time be visually signify ant over a short time frame. jover Fig 77, 78- landscape and view of aims A The ORLY BUILT FOOTHPATHS: ; NC8s of disabled friendly footpaths, walkways around hosp Not adi "®88 specific needs of ailing visitors The foateroat flyover created to ease continuous flow PobUlation Severed the connection. At least in one direction the v 7 heayy "38 10 use the subways. The ring road has become ¥ Motorized that at grade crossing is now nearly impossible Thi of 56| PagURBAN VOIDS- a study of Public spaces under fh 1 t easily accessible through direct shortest are HO nows that walk across from AIIMS to Gea Fe fe tae rough circuitous routes cutting across unfiendly passes an loverleaf at this junction has put an end to all pedestrian en re Oe wih Sen of tee time ys. me ot iG SPACE AND JAY WALKING: Iks are severely obstructed both temporary and permanent ons. Spaces have also been taken up by jal and unplanned sis and hawkers. The direct and at Grade crossing is blocked by the for motorized traffic, often people are seen jay walking 3 safety. This also has brought forth the concem over the that make routes longer and difficult for pedestrian ESTRIAN SPACE SURRENDERED TO VECHICLES: he Yusuf Sarai market, the construction of metro ral has eaten up ° for pedestrians and the heavy pedestrian volume is d within a narrow strip of 1.3 mts — 0.90 mts. Clearly, cars ‘the legitimate space ‘of walkers. Parking of vehicles on @ chronic. Compromising safety Parked cars are ‘the concern entire walk space and forcing People toURBAN Voll HAPTER 7 - INFRENCES ¢ 14 jsSUES: and linkages: The spaces beneath the flyover are cut-off from public acce8® 17, an unpleasing environment under flyover cree that fort and image : The spaces beneath the flyover are unattractive, but at com! places the presence of informal activity are creating public activity which ee makes that place somewhat attractive and a sense of comfort -ctvities and uses: There are a lot of opportunities in the area. With the presence of informal activity around the flyover the area is lull of potential to Fr developed as a public space the space beneath the flyover is vacant most ‘ofthe time and potenti | activities could be expanded sociability: The presence of people in group is less due to the lack of axivities in the area. Though the people show evidence of volunteerism and ‘rea helpful a positive point which can be used as an advantage 7.2 ANALYSIS: This research has established that, after careful design consideration and social brainstorming following activities and functions can be designed in best way below the spaces of flyovers in Delhi - Facilities for pedestrians: a path to travel along the main roads safely may result in reduction of road accidents in delhi Provide safety and educational activities for pedestrians Landscaping and other scenic beautification Limited sports a Advertisement and Hoarding Refreshing spots (beverages and news paper stall) and City Murat Parking for cycles, motor cycles, auto and cars c pes Quality Paid public toilets & paid parking under the bridge would oan helpful and also generate revenue for the corporation ny BASERA for homeless people in Delhi, Who sleep openly below 1 Baers in Night. Ee Providing for maintenance of spaces below flyovers. Police shelter 13, nn Gathering and recreational area 15. Shop nak and garden €nd restaurants 2 3, 4 5, 6. 7 8 9 Ee Nc spaces under fyover SraURBAN VOIDS- a study o lic spaces pest use is probably to position public utilities such as ‘mers, telephone cable terminal boxes, access manholes for & water supply isolating valves & such others that usually fuet telephone cable terminal boxes, access manholes for eas & water supply isolating valves & such others that usi ore uct sidewalks. - genoa! for homeless children’s me 16 nsf arainage 13BEST POSSIBLE USAGE BELOW THE FLYOVER: se case studies are analyzed and the best possible ways to use the spaces teow fyovers are observed. However, the utilization of these spaces below the flyovers passing near urban neighbourhood are drastically changed to notional and aesthetically designed place through careful interventions and fadlties. This research believes that negative spaces below flyovers can be completely transformed into viable and social interactive places This research paper has worked out the some well designed existing project foousing on under spaces of flyovers. These projects range from shift over market place to cultural display, passive landscape seating to active play and restaurants to housing. The important features of these projects are assembled as under: ‘.UNDERPASS PARK, TORONTO. The most notable development in this trend is Underpass Park, a new 2.5- 28 Public park constructed in Toronto. The park re-uses the dead space beneath and around two freeway overpasses near the city's downtown and “Alga to the Don River. The formerly derelict site will be reborn as a more "9 Public space, with tree plantings, seating areas and walking paths. It's part nee @ broader plan to develop the West Don Lands precinct a MM@d-use neighbourhood. 2a en a: 80. prtye Hie *P80e8, with tre plantings, seating areas and wal aa "Oi 2 Swalerfrontoronto.calprojecUunderpass-park! 591 PoURBAN VoiDs- a spaces nsIDE SKATEPARK, PORTLAND. US Rt ces beneath freeway overpasses have been co-opted b Bumside Skate Park, like many under-reeway Skate vache nstructed by groups of skateboarders ove me other Skate parks, won the favour of the y pa poarderS: tegally CO! like SO! le. Even y. and became Fig 81,82- skate park 3. UNDER THE FREEWAY FLEA MARKET, WALLACE, US The unique type of flea market place has teen allowed to establish in small town of Wallace, Idaho US (population 784). The market under the bridge allows the 80 vendors (shopkeepers) to make business ‘antiques, firearms, and everything from Atoz* Fig 83- flea market below flyover, wallet, US ‘COLONNADE MOUNTAIN BIKE, SEATLE mereer-buit mountain biking park constructed on 2 acres beneath 4 ‘alg in Seattle, this space is part of ict, oo? park that began 4 aps ana’ 2005. More than one mile : Air tye. MOOden pathways were built ee ince of the Evergreen ning fri'® Alliance, and also received ‘tog a the city of Seattle. The Park "SGeatonayt Of the Seattle Parks and ark System.°2 Fig 84, 85 - wooden cycl ve, paslattncen a the freeway-flea-market php -org/wikill-5_Colonnade | 60) Page8 study of public spaces under fyover IRE FOR HOMELESS CHILDREN, DELHI URBAN VoiDs- s,g0H00 nin Picture, teacher are ps oro formal lectures using part pus Bing wall of bridge ramp as poard and students are sitting wf yicks, busy with taking notes ora tne ‘bridge. Those spaces Z overpasses and bridges can be used for much better seaplishing schools for street and homeless kids. a Fig 86- school below flyover, shakurpur flyover 6. STANICA CULTURAL CENTRIC, ZILINA SLOVAKIA The place for cultural display and recreation was established in fowl of auditorium and theatre under he negative space of a freeway in Stanica, Slovakia's. The structured is sustainable and modular made from Plstic beer crates and hay tales, its good example for ‘community participation. Fig 87- cultural centre below Slovakia 7. PEERAGARHI FLYOVER DELHI The ere below Peeragarhi flyover is designed for the best landscaping Plsted in 2004 and fully maintained Fi ao landscaping below flyover theweekendicader com/Heroism/2108/educator-extraordinaire.htm| 61/URBAN VOIDS- a study of pub! Spaces under fyover a GHBOURHOOD CULTURAL CENTRE BELOW RAJA GaRDEN § yoveR, DELHI arden overpass offered a much larger stretch and completely fala 96 pan context. Therefore, a cultural centre is conceptualized which aiferent esceed from either sides through the underpass. With high gril could ae cn the perimeter, the area was secured against noise booms from sane’ und and people crossing from non designated places. Art wake temporary structure spaces and capsules with tensile roofs added fems and a unique dimension to it Fig 89,90- cultural hub and amphitheatre under raja garden flyover §.NANALAL D.NIEHTA GARDEN, MUMBAI Mumbai’ first garden-under-flyover was finally inaugurated in 2016 after the dedicated hard work of many Matunga residents. It is located under the tupule for on Dr. Babaseheb Ambedkar road Residents of matunga came legether to protect this stretch from encroachment and misuse, and thought of the idea of creating a garden here. The garden has been designed to look like the Narmada River. Engineers and Be Hue the now of the river and tied to replicate it on the garden ao. The 600 metro pathways is blue in colour with a replication of rock OMS as found on the banks of River Narmada _URBAN VOIDS- a study of pubic spaces under hyover USION: ave huge potential of improving the place and creating a eon Voids ic of the city. Reclaiming the dead spaces by intervening ne perception of these spaces and thereby create better shared oun sone casi the imagination and comfort these spaces can be seen 4s bY spiel in this expensive world and exploited as urban public ss ge Pas public gathering spaces. Pocket parks or plazas or just place cane which make people get engaged and enhance the public realm fae needed to locate study and find solutions to increase the public an these dense contemporary cities. catalyst for public space-community, govt, leaders strong local x eshp is required to encourage the importance of public space- 1 The process-strong vision, desire to change Vision is very important sive the wilingness to change the area to context can help in creating great teighbourhoods. A lentifying the opportunities identifying the dead spaces in the area and Using the full potential of that place using community in the process helps a lot 4 Enjoy great public spaces key to great public spaces is people, if people aeinvolved in creating public spaces. We get great public spaces. § Transform underused spaces into exciting laboratories that citizens ‘nslart using right away and sees evidence that change can happen § Represent an ™ ‘action planning process” that builds a shared meaning of a plai re a e ice that goes far beyond the short term changes that are 1 Lever Commune’ 'cal partnerships that have greater involvement by a nity and result _ 's in more authentic places. agg Age £n iterative approach and an opportune to experiment, Bry “con apg YS @ Community's. vision before launching into major 2 long term process.