--- title: "Master Planning and Landscape Urbanism by Compartment S4" description: "We design large-scale townships and public landscapes that prioritize people. From ecological master plans to community plazas, we create sustainable environments rooted in local context." canonical: https://mytribe.in/compartment_s4/community-public-space-design/large-scale-planning-landscape-urbanism last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Master Planning and Landscape Urbanism Projects Tribe Verified · Expertise in township and lakefront rejuvenation. By [Compartment S4](https://mytribe.in/compartment_s4) · Studios in Ahmedabad & Bengaluru; Public space projects across India · ₹75 ₹ per sq. ft. (estimate) Part of [Community & Public Space Design](https://mytribe.in/compartment_s4/community-public-space-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/compartment_s4/community-public-space-design/gallery) We believe large-scale projects succeed when they are as detailed as a garden and as connected as a city. We design integrated townships and public landscapes that weave green corridors with daily community life. ## Photos and videos - [Video: An animated master plan for Ensaara ITP in Bengaluru, showing the evolution from a simple circulation network to a rich landscape with a 'Flowering Tree Loop' that gives the township a unique identity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8bbd7cd1-fc74-4a4c-9e68-7f1fbd3c496c) - [Video: Details from the Ensaara master plan, highlighting specific design elements like seating coves for social gathering and mounds with pathways that create a varied and engaging pedestrian experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/085c9295-70ad-4034-a985-5b5d0bf77b07) - ![A render for the 'Nature in Pockets' project in Indore, showing integrated seating and planters that create intimate social spaces within a larger park network.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/972edf5f-39ed-4727-985a-68f5132d608f) - ![This render for the Tricone City extension in Indore illustrates our streetscape design, featuring dedicated cycling lanes, pedestrian walkways, and green buffers to create safe and pleasant mobility corridors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a324059b-2d9c-4c35-8d8f-d8743f7f6e7b) - ![A multi-purpose sports court designed for the 'Nature in Pockets' community. Our master planning integrates active recreational facilities to promote a healthy lifestyle for residents of all ages.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/162df87d-0494-4e33-bfee-91f2ca462290) - ![A render of a Bioswale Park from our Indore township project. This element combines ecological function, managing stormwater runoff, with aesthetic beauty, creating a naturalistic walking trail for residents.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/159e8ddd-f4f6-456e-9101-f5041c39e955) - [Video: An animated diagram illustrating our process for the 'Nature in Pockets' project. It shows how we define character zones and develop a network of 18 distinct parks to shape the township's identity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cedcb9ea-3e3d-4ea2-9762-d764d51c9a2e) - ![Announcing our winning entry for the Lakefront Reconnect Competition to redesign Sembakkam Lake in Chennai. This project is part of a larger initiative to turn Chennai into a city of lakes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ce68569-60e2-4efb-a4f7-44230387e9c9) - ![An aerial view of a lake in Chennai, representing the context for our Sembakkam Lake rejuvenation project. Our goal is to restore the ecological health of the lake while creating an accessible public space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2cdac1ac-6649-4e1d-8613-4d3535d19a16) - ![A conceptual master plan for the Sembakkam lakefront. The design includes a continuous public promenade, green buffers, play areas, and community plazas along the water's edge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/962dc168-c1f1-4a8d-a6d0-83cb2bf91fa1) - ![An axonometric render of a section of the Sembakkam lakefront proposal, showing a watchtower, a park, and a bridge connecting different parts of the promenade.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a7f59c5-eefa-422d-a06b-4d665a0d8bbd) - ![A render imagining a vibrant community market or festival along the redesigned Sembakkam lakefront, showcasing its potential as a hub for local events and social life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73418c2c-de9a-43d0-8538-9f87233b63a5) - ![A news clipping from a Chennai newspaper announcing our appointment as consultants for the lake rejuvenation project, highlighting the project's scope and vision.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03f10eb3-e353-4ab3-b8d5-460a7d36d161) - ![A poster for our 'By The Lake' project in Shyamtalal, Uttarakhand. This work involves the rejuvenation of a lakefront into an accessible public space with stepped ghats and seating areas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/968eb8a8-91b3-45f5-a9de-ab1ce4385ae5) - ![A before-and-after comparison of the Shyamtalal lakefront, showing the site before our intervention and the ongoing construction of the new terraced public space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a246035-3687-4253-aed7-64e68b5d3a03) - [Video: A video showing the construction progress and final design render for our Forest Interpretation Center in Pavagadh, Gujarat. The project includes butterfly gardens, stone pathways, and an open library.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a40a70f-653c-421d-913c-44d679703739) - [Video: A video from the inauguration of our Tourist Interpretation Centre and Cafe at Champaner, Gujarat, with local students exploring the newly created pathways and lily pond.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8fe130c1-78e6-442a-9bda-b502b0013ddf) - ![The stunning view of the confluence of the Saryu and Kali rivers from our upcoming Angling Centre at Pancheshwar. The architecture is designed to frame the landscape and create a deep connection with nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b50c9c9c-c95d-4e22-b4a3-e877a948aaf5) - ![The unique V-shaped columns of the Pancheshwar Angling Centre create a rhythmic play of light and shadow on the open-air deck, which is built with local stone and wood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/502999ce-803f-4f38-962c-3ddfadbf74c2) - ![A detail of the Angling Centre's structure, where modern steel supports meet traditional stone pillars, showcasing a blend of contemporary engineering and vernacular materials.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acd4475f-d163-4ff0-af47-17fe7e30a0d3) - ![Another perspective of the open deck at the Angling Centre, designed to provide a flexible space for anglers and tourists to gather while being immersed in the breathtaking scenery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/482035a6-529b-42b4-9776-855fb8bb0ef5) - ![An overall view of the Angling Centre under construction, showing how the building sits lightly on the land and opens up towards the river valley.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70246f2b-1f23-4122-a359-ae6809be77b0) - ![A graphic representing the scope of our urban design services, from street and junction design to master planning, landscape urbanism, and participatory planning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7e02f9a-3d91-4793-997b-0e89ee9dc77f) ## About Large-Scale Planning & Landscape Urbanism When we map out a township or lakefront, we don't start with roads, we start with movement. We obsess over where a flowering tree loop should meet a seating cove so that the space is not just planned, but truly inhabited. Our goal is to create green frameworks that invite people out of their homes and into the shared life of their community. ### Our Approach to Macro Design Designing at the township and city scale requires a shift in perspective. We move beyond static master plans to create living, breathing environments. Our methodology is rooted in three key pillars: **1. Movement and Connectivity** We prioritize pedestrian-first networks. By analyzing how people move within a site, we create seamless loops—cycling paths, jogging tracks, and walking trails—that connect residential blocks to amenities without relying on vehicular corridors. **2. Ecological Integration** Large-scale planning is our chance to restore natural balance. Whether we are planning bioswale parks for stormwater management or preserving green buffers, we treat the landscape as essential infrastructure rather than decoration. Our work on projects like the Sembakkam Lake rejuvenation proves that ecological restoration can coexist with public utility. **3. Socially-Driven Zoning** We categorize open spaces based on human behavior. From 'Entry Greens' that welcome residents to 'Active Greens' for sports and 'Quiet Zones' for reflection, every acre is assigned a purpose. In our Indore 'Nature in Pockets' project, we utilized 18 distinct park types to ensure every resident, from children to seniors, has a meaningful social anchor within their immediate vicinity. ### The Process We start with deep research into the site's sociology and existing contours. We facilitate workshops to understand what the community actually needs. Once the vision is set, we develop the hardscape drawings, planting grids, and furniture layouts. We stay involved in the process, providing periodic site supervision to ensure the design intent is realized, down to the last stone mosaic pattern. ## About Compartment S4 We are Compartment S4, a collective of eight friends who believe that architecture should be as thoughtful as a conversation. We don't just draft master plans; we observe, sketch, and listen to how communities live, ensuring every environment we design serves the people who walk through it daily. 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