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Urban Masterplanning and Mixed-Use Development

byVMA ArchitectsTakes projects across India; Offices in Gurugram and MumbaiStarts from35 ₹ per sq. ft. of Landscape AreaView full gallery

Urban planning requires looking beyond site boundaries. My approach to projects like CBD 79 focuses on blending retail, offices, and public zones into a single, cohesive ecosystem where business and community life can thrive together.

This video illustrates the form development process for the CBD 79 project. It shows how the design evolved from a basic plot outline to a complex, multi-layered commercial district with integrated landscaping and defined vehicular access.

The Welcome Court serves as the grand entrance to the entire development. Its design incorporates lush greenery, prominent signage, and water curtains that not only enhance the aesthetic but also help cool the microclimate.

At the core of the project is The Central Plaza, a vibrant public space designed for social synergy. It features a central water rivulet, shaded seating areas, and building facades that act as a landscape, blending the built and natural environments.

Celebration Lane is a bustling commercial spine designed for lively public commerce. This space functions as a high-end retail arcade and a flexible flea market, with shaded seating and open views that create a perfect balance between dynamic activity and tranquil relaxation.

The Agora is a modern marketplace designed for human experience. It hosts eclectic flea markets and features dynamic flooring that adapts to different activities, while clear signage and comfortable seating ensure a positive and engaging visitor experience.

The amphitheater is a versatile venue at the heart of the CBD. This concept drawing shows it configured for a product launch, demonstrating its flexibility as a key asset for commercial events and brand activations.

Here, the same amphitheater is envisioned as a hub for community engagement, hosting a live screening of a cricket match. This highlights my focus on creating spaces that can evolve with the city's cultural calendar.

The amphitheater transforms again, this time for a vibrant cultural festival. The design's adaptability allows it to host everything from music performances to holiday celebrations, making it a true social hub.

This technical drawing details the tapered skylight used to illuminate the basement. The design uses angled walls to reduce glare and small openings for air circulation, demonstrating a detail-oriented approach to environmental design.

I integrate nature even in unconventional spaces. This sketch shows how indoor vegetation is brought into the basement parking area, improving the experiential quality and introducing biophilic design elements.

About Urban Masterplanning: The CBD 79 Vision

We treat basements as premium space, not utility dumping grounds. By designing tapered skylights and integrating indoor vegetation, we bring natural light and air circulation into lower levels, turning typically dark areas into vibrant, usable parts of your commercial hub.

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