Revitalizing Bengaluru's Neighbourhood Parks

Our work on park revitalization stems from a simple question: what makes a space feel like it truly belongs to the neighbourhood? After researching Bengaluru's network of over a thousand BBMP parks, we realized the problem was not a lack of space, but a lack of connection.

The Park City Methodology

When we take on a project, we do not start with excavators. We start by observing.

• Ecological Mapping: We survey existing mature trees and soil conditions to ensure every intervention supports rather than disrupts the local ecosystem.
• Community Zoning: We hold stakeholder workshops to understand what residents actually need. Does the area need a quiet corner for seniors, or a high-energy zone for children? We map this out to prevent conflict and maximize usage.
• Permeable Design: Moving away from concrete-heavy layouts, we use stabilized mud blocks and porous paving to ensure that rainwater recharges the earth.

We view these neighbourhood parks as the city's lungs. By integrating native, drought-tolerant species like aromatic shrubs and ornamental grasses, we reduce water dependency while creating sensory landscapes that change with the seasons. Our goal is to shift the narrative from ornamental gardening to functional, ecological placemaking—turning every small patch into a space where the community can gather, play, and reflect.