Figure 93] Existing Site image

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that this written submission entitled “Mixed-use Cluster Redevelopment in a dense fabric” represents my ideas in my own words and has not been taken from the work of others (as from books, articles, essays, dissertations, other media and online); and where others’ ideas or words have been included, I have adequately cited and referenced the original sources. Direct quotations from books, journal articles, internet sources, other texts, or any other source whatsoever are acknowledged and the source cited are identified in the dissertation references.

No material other than that cited and listed has been used.

I have read and know the meaning of plagiarism* and I understand that plagiarism, collusion, and copying are grave and serious offences in the university and accept the consequences should I engage in plagiarism, collusion or copying.

I also declare that I have adhered to all principles of academic honesty and integrity and have not misrepresented or fabricated or falsified any idea/data/fact source in my submission.

This work, or any part of it, has not been previously submitted by me or any other person for assessment on this or any other course of study.

Signature of the Student:

Name of the Student: Jay Mehta

Exam Roll No: 37

Date: 06/10/2021 Place: Mumbai

*The following defines plagiarism: “Plagiarism” occurs when a student misrepresents, as his/her own work, the work, written or otherwise, of any other person (including another student) or of any institution. Examples of forms of plagiarism include:  The verbatim (word for word) copying of another’s work without appropriate and correctly presented acknowledgement;  The close paraphrasing of another’s work by simply changing a few words or altering the order of presentation, without appropriate and correctly presented acknowledgement;  unacknowledged quotation of phrases from another’s work;  The deliberate and detailed presentation of another’s concept as one’s own.  “Another’s work” covers all material, including, for example, written work, diagrams, designs, charts, photographs, musical compositions and pictures, from all sources, including, for example, journals, books, dissertations and essays and online resources.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would dedicate this book to my future self, if he ever gets to work on such kind of project in practice. This entire dissertation has been a formative experience for me, and I'd wish to show gratitude towards everyone who helped through this entire journey of writing this book.

Firstly, I would like to thank my research guide, Ar. Rajesh Rokade for being extremely approachable and supportive throughout my thesis and to have always guided me in the right direction. It was a great privilege and honour to study under his guidance. I am extremely grateful for the knowledge he has offered me.

I wish to express my deepest gratitude to my seniors Farida Fidvi, Shubham Ray, and Nihal Berde for their regular guidance while doing the research and supporting me.

My sincere gratitude towards Ar. Devyani Nirmale and Ar. Amita Dhamankar from Studio Spandan for giving their valuable time, proficiency and guidance on the interrelationship of the topic, with their own experience.

I am indebted to my parents, friends and family for their unconditional love and support throughout my entire journey in architecture. I would like to thank Sir. J.J. College of Architecture for providing me this opportunity to work on this project. Finally my gratitude towards everyone who has supported me to complete the research work.

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1] Bombay in 1900s Figure 2] Live, work, play concept and sustainability Figure 3] Old dilapidated buildings lining a street near the Crawford market Figure 4] a diagram of the Hub on Causeway in Boston demonstrates mixed uses Figure 5] Illustration representing percentage of open space in different cities Figure 6] Vertical Neighbourhood, Alfred Mueller Figure 7] Research structure flow chart Figure 8] Redevelopment at Imambara, Dongri Figure 9] Redevelopment at V.P. Road, Prarthana Samaj Figure 10] Redevelopment at Bhuleshwar, C.P. Tank Figure 11] Mumbai’s population graph Figure 12] Demographics of Mumbai Figure 13] Plans of High-rise buildings Figure 14] Smart Core design Figure 15] Core design ideas Figure 16] Core design ideas Figure 17] Leasing depth diagram Figure 18] Policy initiatives towards affordable housing in Mumbai Figure 19] Location map of Nathani Heights Figure 20] Site plan of Nathani Heights Figure 21] Zoning section Figure 22] Exterior view of the tower Figure 23] Floor plan of the sale component Figure 24] Landscaped area on podium Figure 25] Amphitheatre on podium Figure 26] Master plan of Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment proposal Figure 27] 3D view of Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment proposal Figure 28] Comparative analysis of Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment proposal Figure 29] View of individual rehab unit Figure 30] Sustainable green features chart Figure 31] Exterior view of Kohinoor square

Figure 32] Site plan of Kohinoor square Figure 33] Plan of the core showing services Figure 34] Floor area break-up diagram Figure 35] Individual floor plans of the complex Figure 36] Exterior view of the Linked Hybrid Figure 37] Exterior view of the Linked Hybrid Figure 38] Master plan of the Linked Hybrid Figure 39] Building view of the Linked Hybrid Figure 40] Concept diagram Figure 41] Plan showing the linked sky bridges Figure 42] Section Figure 43] Elevation Figure 44] Zoning section Figure 45] Exploded 3D view of the complex Figure 46] Diagram showing construction technique Figure 47] Guangzhou, China Figure 48] Exterior view of the building Figure 49] Exploded 3D view of the facade Figure 50] Plan of the redeveloped building Figure 51] View showing the shops at the ground level Figure 52] View showing the exterior of the building Figure 53] View showing the connection of the street with the building Figure 54] before and after view of the balcony Figure 55] View of the central atrium Figure 56] Front view of the building Figure 57] Floor plan of the complex Figure 58] Section Figure 59] View showing façade elements Figure 60] View of the interior and exterior connection Figure 61] Exterior 3D view of the complex Figure 62] Exterior view showing the in between work pods Figure 63] Location of the site

Figure 64] Proposed 3D view of the towers Figure 65] Diagram showing zoning according to the use Figure 66] 3D view of the proposed green park Figure 67] 3D view of the proposed entrance Figure 68] Master plan of the design proposal Figure 69] Diagram showing change in the RG after redevelopment Figure 70] Old B.D.D chawl building Figure 71] Exterior 3D view of the proposed tower Figure 72] Master plan of the design proposal Figure 73] Floor plan of individual unit Figure 74] 3D view of the individual unit Figure 75] D ward land use map of DP 2034 Figure 76] Sheet number IC 13 of DP 2034 Figure 77] Land-use legend Figure 78] Site option 1 from DP sheet IC 13 Figure 79] Ready reckoner rate for Girgaon Figure 80] Site option 1 from DP sheet IC 13 Figure 81] Ready reckoner rate for Grant road Figure 82] Satellite image of site 1 Figure 83] Girgaon back road, 1905 Figure 84] Satellite image of site neighbourhood Figure 85] Sir H.N. Reliance hospital Figure 86] Grant Road railway station Figure 87] Girgaon Chowpatty Figure 88] Figure ground image of site neighbourhood Figure 89] Existing Site image 1 Figure 90] Existing Site image 2 Figure 91] Existing Site image 3 Figure 92] Existing Site image 4 Figure 93] Existing Site image 5 Figure 94] Average annual rainfall in Girgaon Figure 95] Average annual temperature in Girgaon

Figure 96] Graph showing the different cloudy, sunny and precipitation days Figure 97] Psychrometric chart showing comfort levels Figure 98] Wind rose diagram showing the wind speeds Figure 99] Sun shading chart