B Arch Report Format
B Arch Report Format
A Dissertation Submitted
Bachelor of Architecture
by
UTKARSH SHARMA
(1900510810081)
2022-23
Enhancing Interactivity in Urban Public Spaces in India: A Comparative Study and Architectural
Analysis
CERTIFICATE
Certified that Utkarsh Sharma (1900510810081) has carried out the research
work presented in this dissertation entitled “Enhancing Interactivity in Urban
Public Spaces in India: A Comparative Study and Architectural Analysis”
for the partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Bachelor of
Architecture from Faculty of Architecture & Planning, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Technical University, Lucknow under our supervision.
ABSTRACT
This research aims to enhance interactivity in urban public spaces in India through architectural
interventions. The study addresses the deficiencies and challenges currently present in Indian
public spaces regarding interactivity. By analysing historical examples such as the Colosseum
and Piazza del Campo, the research identifies design elements that promote interactivity and
social engagement. A comparative analysis of Times Square and Connaught Place highlights the
gaps in interactivity within Indian public spaces. The research proposes architectural
interventions, encompassing layout and design considerations, amenities and infrastructure,
technology integration, programming and events, safety and comfort measures, community
engagement strategies, and sustainability principles. The study emphasizes the importance of
creating public spaces that are inclusive, comfortable, and conducive to social interactions. By
enhancing interactivity, these spaces can foster community engagement, social cohesion, and
overall well-being. The findings and recommendations of this research can inform architects,
urban planners, and policymakers in creating vibrant, interactive, and sustainable public spaces
in India.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First and foremost, praise and gratitude to God, for his blessings throughout my research work
to strengthen me to complete the research successfully.
I am overwhelmed in all humbleness and gratefulness to acknowledge my depth to all those who
have helped me to put my ideas, into something above the level of simplicity and into something
concrete. I want to thank the institution Faculty of Architecture & Planning, A.K.T.U,
Lucknow for allowing me to go forward with this topic, thereby providing me with all the
necessary documents and books. I would like to acknowledge my Dean, Dr. Vandana Sehgal,
for her invaluable support and guidance throughout this commission.
I would acknowledge my guide, Ar. Prasoon Mishra, for their constant motivation and for
helping me decipher problems and possible solutions for my commission. Their guidance,
indulgence, dynamism, optimism, vision, sincerity, and encouragement have deeply inspired and
helped me in carrying my research forward in a productive manner. They kept me well-informed
about the methodology to carry out the study and to present the research works as clearly as
possible. It was a great opportunity and reverence to work and study under their guidance. I
would also extend my gratitude to all jurors for their invaluable suggestions and advice to
achieve a better approach and proceed in the right direction.
Any attempt at any level can't be satisfactorily completed without the support and guidance of
my seniors and friends. I, from the bottom of my heart, am also extremely grateful to my senior
Mohak Mahajan and juniors Sunil Yadav and Vinayak Rao for their help and a keen interest
in my work despite their busy schedule, for helping me collect the data, guiding me, and
motivating me whenever I failed and felt hopeless.
Thanking You,
Utkarsh Sharma
(1900510810081)
B. Arch / 8th Sem
2022 - 23
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1