--- title: "Community and Township Planning Services | DIA Architects" description: "We specialize in community and township planning, designing cohesive housing layouts and functional residential developments across North India. View our project portfolio." canonical: https://mytribe.in/diaarchitects/architectural-design/community-township-planning last_updated: 2025-09-25 --- # Community and Township Planning Architecture Tribe Verified · Experienced in large-scale residential township design. By [Design Innovative Associates](https://mytribe.in/diaarchitects) · Projects across Delhi NCR, Kanpur & Dehradun; Visit studio in Noida · ₹25 per sq ft (estimate) Part of [Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/diaarchitects/architectural-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/diaarchitects/architectural-design/gallery) We design cohesive, large-scale residential communities where functional urban planning meets aesthetic architectural design for seamless living. ## Photos and videos - ![The main entrance gate design for a housing project in Kanpur. This structure serves as a modern and impressive gateway to the community, combining materials like brick, wood, and angled steel supports to create a strong sense of arrival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/763e1baf-8739-4ddf-bf14-3e81641912f5) - ![A view of the completed row houses at our Kanpur project, set against a large community lawn. The design of the homes is uniform yet modern, creating a harmonious streetscape, while the open green space with a Buddha statue promotes a tranquil atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5120f4b8-cb0e-4d0c-a875-3ec864882650) - ![A closer look at the facade of the row housing units in Kanpur. Each unit features a distinct framed balcony and a mix of materials, providing individuality within a cohesive architectural language for the entire community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c13f636-e286-48e5-8807-c12e82fd0094) - ![The entrance to the Kanpur housing community at dusk. The design incorporates illuminated decorative screens and a cantilevered roof, creating a welcoming and secure entry point that is both functional and architecturally significant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/328df288-640c-41a4-ab2a-b49da8e1a359) - ![Another perspective of the main gate at the Kanpur row housing project. This view highlights the angular support structures and the mix of textured and smooth surfaces, showcasing the detailed thought put into every element of the community's design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d305b2f7-da6f-4768-b057-baff8b75616a) ## About Community & Township Planning Large-scale planning requires more than just block arrangement; it demands a deep understanding of site orientation and user movement. For our Kanpur residential project, we prioritized a clear sense of arrival at the main gate, utilizing angular steel supports and balanced material textures to create a welcoming entrance that establishes the architectural theme for the entire community. ### Our Approach to Master Planning When we undertake community and township planning, our focus is on creating environments that function efficiently while maintaining a distinct visual identity. We begin with a rigorous site analysis, studying sun paths and wind directions to optimize building placement and ensure natural ventilation for all units. ### Key Planning Considerations - **Circulation & Flow:** We design internal road networks and pedestrian pathways that prioritize safety and accessibility, ensuring smooth connectivity between residential blocks and common amenities. - **Open Space Integration:** A key part of our philosophy is ensuring that green spaces are not just decorative but functional. We integrate parks, jogging tracks, and community lawns, like the one featured in our Kanpur project, to serve as the lungs of the community. - **FAR & Density:** We manage Floor Area Ratio (FAR) effectively to maximize project viability while ensuring that the built environment does not feel congested. This includes the strategic placement of lift cores, service shafts, and parking zones to keep the aesthetic clean and uncluttered. - **Infrastructure Alignment:** From water tank positioning to sewage treatment plant placement and fire safety layouts, our technical planning covers all essential utilities required for high-density living. Our process ensures that every plot, road, and garden contributes to a cohesive master plan. We believe that a well-planned township should feel like a single, unified architectural vision rather than a collection of disconnected buildings. ## About Design Innovative Associates We are DIA, led by Amit Jaiswal. Our team approaches township planning by evaluating how people interact with the space at every scale, from the main gate to the individual residential blocks. We focus on creating layouts that balance density with open space, ensuring every project we plan remains functional and aesthetically consistent over time. 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