RESEARCH WORK

2.1 Description of the Research Work

In general, the research involved three kinds of work. Through review of literature, a study was done on what identity means with respect to cities and how rivers, lakes contribute to this identity especially in lakes and cities. The literature survey further developed an understanding of the relationship between lakes and cities, north historically and in modern times. Apart from this, the literature review included a study of various aspects that should be taken into account while designing a public space.

The next step involved this relationship through secondary case studies and understanding the reasons which triggered the lakefront projects. It also involved key features of those lakefront development projects. The features of each case study were analyzed and tabulated. A set of indicators was developed based on three things: key features of the case studies, the points which were essential to maintain the water- city relationship and the elements of a good public space.

The primary case study involved the history of Sabarmati and Yamuna and the role Yamuna played in the identity and evolution of the city. It included the current DUAC Yamuna Riverfront Development Plan and involved a study of key features of the project. The report is analyzed with respect to previously formed frameworks.