Sahil Kadiwar Portfolio 2024 - Graduate Urban Planner

1. Future Forward CMR

Calgary Metropolitian Region: Canada

Academic : Group (Strategy and Policy Making, Presentation) : 2023

Professor: Liisa Tipman, Jamal Ramjohn

The project focuses on updating the Growth Plan for the Calgary Metropolitan Region (CMR). Through comprehensive analysis, it identifies key qualityof-life elements essential for regional prosperity, addressing risks and vulnerability. The proposed strategies prioritize diverse housing, strategic infill development, and enhanced transit systems, aiming to create more sustainable and connected region. By implementing the policies under these strategies, the project seeks to achieve a future-forward vision for CMR, fostering economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. Overall, it represents a holistic approach to urban planning aimed at ensuring the long-term well-being and resilience of the region.

CMRB’s Vision:

“Building on thousands of years of history, we welcome everyone to join us in living happy, healthy and prosperous lives in a spectacular natural environment. We are a world leading region built on hard work, resilience, helping others and a deep respect for nature. We use our land wisely, share our services and care for our wildlife, air and water. We grow together.”

Current Population: 1.57 Million People

50 Years Projected: 3 Million People

Quality of Life

Healthy And Equitable Region

Prosperous And Safe Region

Resilient And

Connected Region

Indicator Local Food Accessibility

Housing Options for all

Connected Mobility Options

R3-V2

R3 R3-V1

R2-V3

Inter-connections

R1

R3-V3

R1-V1

R2-V2

R1

R1-V1

R1-V2

R1-V3

- Evolving Needs of Housing Types - Lack of Diverse Housing Types - Rise in Immigration - Housing Price and Annual Income

R2-V3

- User Preference - Lack of Public Transportation Options - Suburban Greenfield Development - Maintenance and Infrastructure Costs

R1-V2

R2

R2-V1

R1-V3

R3

R3-V1

R3-V2

R3-V3

- Draught - Lack of Diverse Agriculture Practice - Change in Demand for Food - Ageing of Farmers

Business As Usual

Strategies

Strategy 1: Mixed-Use and Housing Diversity

Provide diverse housing options to cater to evolving population needs by implementing location appropriate density targets and mixed use land zoning.

Strategy 2: Infill Development

Develop denser communities within existing fabric by implementing strategic infill development.

Strategy 3: Transit Ridership

Increase the transit ridership to make public transit a more efficient alternative to private automobiles by improving the current user experience.

Strategy 4: Increase Housing Supply

Improve the overall efficiency of bringing new housing to the market that addresses evolving population needs by incorporating technology for the approval and construction process.

Strategy 5: Modern Technology in Agriculture

Implement a holistic approach aimed at advancing local agriculture by promoting the adoption of modern technology and fostering a culture of ongoing research and knowledge-sharing.

Suburban Development

Unaffordability

Super Strategy: Doing More With Less Density Design Mixed-use

Strategy 3: Transit Ridership

Synthesis Scenario

Time

Policy 1: Frequency

The CMRB shall collaborate with member municipalities’ transportation providers to increase the number of transit fleet accommodating higher demand during peak hours.

Short Term 2 - 5 Yrs

Improved Peak Hour Service

Outcomes

Increased Ridership

Increased Transit Revenue

Policy 2: Travel Time

Municipalities shall change the travel times by:

- Adopting Transit signal priority along transit routes such that travel time for public transit is reduced by 15%

- Incorporating applicable landscape and road design strategies to reduce single passenger vehicle speed by 15-25%

Policy 3: Parking

Member municipalities shall reduce private car trips in the area of high transit connectivity by:

- Increasing parking prices.

- Eliminating parking minimums in local zoning bylaws.

Policy 4: Safety

All member municipalities and private transit service providers shall ensure a secure and efficient transit experience by implementing safety measures, including but not limited to, surveillance, communication, and emergency response systems

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- Reduction in transit travel time

Increase in canopy area on specified routes.

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in Vehicle Kilometre Travelled (VKT)

- Reduction in Number of Crime Reports

2. Nexus

Shaganappi Golf-course: Canada

Academic : Group (Concept Development, Presentation) : 2023

Professor: Teresa G, Joseli M, Justin B.

Nexus is a comprehensive and fulfilled community for the next us. Designed to reflect the relationship between nodes and the intricate connections between them, Nexus incorporates density, sustainability, and innovation to reflect the future of urban design. Within Nexus, you will experience capacious and high-quality park spaces, pleasant multi-modal streetscapes, and vibrant economic and social hubs. Through our networks we achieve a sustainable and accessible community with long lasting connections between people and places.

Creating a Network

Key Principles

Design Progression

Mending the communities by redesigning Bow Trail

Establishing greens spaces in the community

Creating multi-modal connectivity network

Massing and Character Areas

Nex-Ag

Nex-Change

Nex-Together

Nex-Seed

Nex-Rec

Nex-Art

Design Progression

Establishing Vehicular Circulation

Zoning

Visual Connections

Connecting Green Spaces

Innovation District for Tomorrow

Nodal Master Plan

Legend:

1. Commercial Mixed-use

2. Public Art Plaza

3. Commercial Mixed-use

4. Exhibition area

5. Experience Center

6. Incubator

7. Hotel

8. Westbrook LRT Station

9. Live Work Units

10. Cinema

11. Commercial Mixed-use

12. Existing Library

13. Food Truck Arena

14. Mid-Day Break Area

15. Multi-use Parkade

View from the Existing Library

Section Through Food Truck Arena and Incubation Center

View from the Exhibition Area

3. AgroGenesis

North Charleston: US

ULI Competiton : Group (Concept Developement, Presentation) : 2023

Honorable Mention

Agrogenesis is a community design project in South Carolina - US, blending environmental sustainability, economic innovation, and social inclusivity. The project is a Agrohub —an emblem of future-focused resilience, economic vitality, and ecological harmony, encapsulating a vision for equitable and vibrant living post-COVID-19. It merges as a flood-resilient landscapes with biophilic architecture, utilizing solar power and urban farming for sustainability. The development addresses housing shortages while preserving neighborhoods and historical identity. Public amenities like river front parks and retail spaces foster community interaction.

A significant portion of North Charleston leaves low income residents more than ½ mile (urban) or 10 miles (rural) from the nearest supermarket.

Regional and Site Analysis

Many low income residents of North Charleston do not have a vehicle and are more than ½ mile from the nearest supermarket.

During the COVID 19 pandemic, online grocery delivery became an easy alternative to in person shopping. Unfortunately, this is not an option for many low income residents who do not access to the internet

Vertical farms within the North Charleston region. There is a growing urban agriculture industry and an opportunity for us to put the United States of America at the forefront of

The proposal responds to existing site conditions such as poor soil conditions for growing food and flood vulnerability along the riverbank.

Our site is prime location for this development as it is within North Charleston’s economic development corridor.

AgroGenesis takes advantage of the many existing opportunities on this site, while simultaneously addressing the unique challenges.

Soil

Design Principles

Design Progression

Circulation

Optimized vehicle movement through the development to improve circulation.

Views

The development takes advantage of beautiful waterfront views. addressing site obstacles.

Walkability

Prioritized pedestrian access to and within the site, creating a walkable neighbourhood.

Mixed Use

Diversity of uses throughout the development offers a comprehensive live, work and play model.

Landmarks

Key landmarks and amenities throughout the neighbourhood create a highly Legible and desirable community.

Community Engagement Strategies

Equity in Agriculture Workshop, Spring Seed Festival Farmers Market Pop Up Agro Technology Convention Community Garden Tours Potluck Drinks at the Brewery

Master Plan

1. Sustenance Plaza

2. The Centre for Innovation

3. River Front Park

4. The Roost Hotel

5. The Brewery

6. The Geranium Community Gardens

7. Mixed-use Residential

8. Commercial Offices

9. Charleston Food Hall

10. The Indigo Community Gardens

11. The Bluestar Community Gardens

12. Local Harvest Market

13. Residential Podium

14. Innovation Way Board walk

15. Solar Parking Lot

16. Vertical Farming Complex

17. Agro Tech hub

18. Mixed-use Residential

19. Recreation Facility

20. Shipping Container Plaza

21. Affordable Housing

22. Town houses

23. Existing Industrial Parcel

24. Railroad

Vertical Farming Complex

Section through Food Hall

and Local Harvest Market

4. Art- Scape

Calgary: Canada

Academic : Group (Public Engagement, Concept Development, Presentation) : 2024

Professor: Fabian N, Sven K

The project Art-Scape aims to revolutionize Calgary’s elevated streetscape (Plus 15) into an awe-inspiring tapestry of creative brilliance. The vision is to expand and encompass a distinguished district that prioritizes ecological innovation and creative education while fostering a developing and innovative synergy. This vibrant hub will attract the dynamic youth population that downtown Calgary needs, contributing to the densification and vitality of the western part of the area.

Design Principles

Master Plan

River- Scape

Park-Scape

5. Neo-Connect

New Delhi: India

Neo-Delhi Competiton : Group (Concept Developement, Presentation) : 2019 Public Choice Award

The project Neo-Connect aims to transform Connaught Place in New Delhi into a dynamic, inclusive hub for social, political, and cultural activities while preserving its historical significance. Addressing structural decay and inefficiencies, the redesign prioritizes public access to green spaces. By re-imagining CP as a mixed use development, the project seeks to mitigate urban sprawl and provide a vital lung for Delhi’s densely populated landscape. This will foster connectivity, sustainability, and vibrancy, ensuring Connaught Place remains a central focal point of public life, accessible to all, and adaptable to future needs

1.Panckuian Marg

2.State Entry Road

3.Minto Road

4.BaraKhamba Road

5. K.G .Marg

6. Janpat

7.Parliament Street

8.Baba Kharak singh Marg

9.Shaheed Bhagat singh Marg

Cannaught Place : New Delhi

-Central park, which is a pedestrian zone, can only be accessed by haphazard crossing in the inner circle.

-Inward looking Plan

Existing Proposed

Open Space

-Outward looking plan is proposed making people from all background to feel invited.

-The amount open green area increased enormously.

-Absence of footpath

-Encroachment on the footpath.

-Insufficient Footpath

Pedestrian Pathway

-The area is proposed to be a completely pedestrian friendly with no movement of vehicles inside.

-Internal Movement is encourage only by use of LSV’s, cycles and boats in the canal. Provisions of the same are provided.

-Vehicular circulation within Connaught Circus is one - way in all three circles as well as the connecting radials.

-There are no signals/ Signages within CP directing vehicular movement.

Vehicular Circulation

-vehicles are restricted only on the outer circle.

-Provision for movement of service vehicle with service area is provided.

Vehicular circulation Path for service vehicle.

-Pedestrian circulation blocked in outer circle by parked vehicles.

-Unauthorised Parking, loading and unloading by building tenants and visitors in middle road.

Parking Area

-Two levels underground parking with ramps and exit from the parking area along the periphery.

Master Plan

Section through Urban

Views

Mughal Terrace Landscape Area

Birds Eye View

Hotel

Miscellaneous

Abstract: Phases and Faces

Medium: Poster on Jute

Medium:

Sketch: Notre Dame

Medium: Pen on Paper

SAPL T-Shirt Design: City Innovation

CAD, Illustrator

Painting: The immortal love

Medium: Oil on canvas

Illusion - Plus 15 Public Engagement Medium : Installation from crates and paper

Photgraphy - Aga Khan Museum - Toronto

Rendering: The Hub-Architecture Design Thesis

Medium: Lumion

Perspective - Mapping Colaba Street in Mumbai Medium: Physical City Mapping Device

Sahil Kadiwar

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