by abardondetena | Nov 8, 2015 | Central Yamuna, Urban Design
This project recognizes the pluralism of Delhi and seeks to reveal, not further subdivide the city through these cultural and historical characteristics. The Feroz Shah Kotla Fort stands at a critical junction in this narrative. Built in the 14th century by Shah Feroz... by abardondetena | Nov 8, 2015 | Central Yamuna, Urban Design
The Vikas Marg pedestrian bridge redefines the common concept of bridge infrastructure. More than a mere transition from one riverbank to another, the project introduces new ways in which Delhi’s citizens can engage and access the Yamuna River. The project... by abardondetena | Nov 8, 2015 | Central Yamuna, Urban Design
Currently, the strategy to mitigate flooding of the Yamuna river is to block water from entering the site completely. This cuts off the site’s accessibility to the river, while the drain runs directly into the river. The proposed drainage strategy follows a new soil... by abardondetena | Nov 8, 2015 | Central Yamuna, Urban Design
The explosive development of Delhi after Imperial British rule began a process of development away from the river highlighted by a frayed urban fabric and lack of a shared social identity. Lutyens’ Plan epitomizes this physical and psychological divide; it is the... 
