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Abstract:
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While straddling three scales of small, medium and large architecture should
aspire to simultaneously be an object, a place and a well-fitting part of the puzzle
that is the city. This architectural thesis proposal, submitted towards the
completion of the ‘Contemporary Project’ specialization for Masters in Advanced
Architectural studies at ETSAB (Escola Tecnica Superior d’Architectura de
Barcelona), attempts to demonstrate this understanding through a hypothetical
design exercise along the Hussain Sagar lakefront in Hyderabad city. The reading of
architecture on three scales has been reflected in the organisation of the thesis in
three parts. The first part is a non-linear assimilation of essays that aims to present
a subjective reading of ‘place’ in the context of the city of Hyderabad. Albeit by
distinct people from diverse backgrounds and interests, the readings on which
these essays are based, are in coherence with a personal vision and help in
constituting the lens through which the reality of ‘place’ and ‘city’ along with their
many layers are viewed. The essays also present a way of articulating the different
threads of thoughts that have led to the final design proposal. The second part is a
more linear narrative that aims to present an objective reading of the physical
dimension of a place in the city. ‘Place’ in the context of this thesis is the urban
waterfront and waterfronts of two port cities, Barcelona and Mumbai, are studied
and compared with the idea of reflecting on the urban lakefront of Hussain Sagar
in Hyderabad. The third part is the design narrative that advocates for architectural
intervention as a means of introducing new forms of public space along Necklace
road while attempting to address urban issues related to its context. |
