The genesis of Urban Oasis in Gujarat was driven by the ambition to introduce the state's inaugural IGBC Platinum-rated gated community, emphasizing eco-conscious living & environmental excellence in housing. The concept originated from the necessity to merge sustainability with urban living, focusing on technical precision & innovative design. Key elements included strategic site planning, energy-efficient frameworks & the utilization of local, sustainable materials. The development aimed to provide a green living space & enhance the quality of life through thoughtful integration of the principles of community-centric design & green landscapes. This initiative was to inspire new standards for future housing projects, emphasizing a sustainable biophilic approach tailored to future housing.
Nestled in Ahmedabad's HOT & ARID environment, Urban Oasis is a green sanctuary, earning the states 1st IGBC Platinum rating through thoughtful integration with its dense urban setting. Amidst the city's rapid pace, it provides a peaceful refuge, blending innovative architecture with lush greenery. This enclave is designed to foster community & serenity, offering residents a unique mix of seclusion & urban engagement. Its strategic layout offers a stark, refreshing contrast to the surrounding city density, promoting a sustainable, tranquil lifestyle, proving that dense city regions can successfully embrace & enhance green living, fostering well-being, demonstrating that even the most crowded cityscapes can host pockets of sustainability & well-being
The architectural design maximizes natural light, ventilation. Energy efficiency is enhanced by high-efficiency lighting, HVAC systems, Rainwater harvesting systems & greywater recycling. Low-flow fixtures & automatic regulated irrigation systems in the project minimize water wastage. Regional, non-toxic, recycled materials to minimize environmental impact, contributing to reduced transportation emissions & supporting local economies. 103% green coverage with native, drought-resistant plant species, promoting biodiversity and reducing the urban heat island effect. Vertical gardens & green roofs enhance thermal insulation & air quality. Comprehensive waste segregation, recycling protocols minimize landfill This earned IGBC Platinum rating - eco-compatible urban residential design
Urban Oasis embodies a shift toward eco-conscious living within a dense Indian city. The project's design is rooted in the site's geographical & cultural context, integrating local architectural elements & materials which reflect the region's heritage & environmental conditions Spanning over 76,440.92 sq ft with a thoughtful architectural blueprint, optimizing its 209,422 sq ft of built space by integrating both high-rise & low-rise elements, fostering spatial efficiency & blending with the surroundings. This layout achieves energy optimization & superior air quality critical in urban settings. Ahmedabad's climate presents challenges for nurturing greenery due to its arid conditions. With scorching summers and limited rainfall, the city's environment demands resilient plant species that can withstand heat and thrive in dry soil. Efforts to achieve greenery often involve strategic water management, drought-resistant landscaping & the cultivation of hardy plants that can endure Ahmedabad's hot, dry climate. Despite these challenges, innovative gardening techniques & careful plant selection created pockets of green amidst the city's urban landscape
Material selection prioritizing locality sustainability & minimal environmental impact. A vibrant communal habitat offering a multitude of shared spaces that foster interaction & connectivity, from young to elderly, gardens & recreational facilities to contemplative retreats all designed to nurture community bonds & individual serenity
The design responds to its context integrating social housing into the urban fabric fulfilling ethical obligations towards society. Our aim was to create a city retreat achieving Gujarat's first IGBC Green Home Platinum rating, emphasizing eco-friendly construction & resident well-being. Biophilic design principles enhance daily connection with nature. Vibrant communal areas foster social engagement. Aligning ecological responsibility with elegance & comfort in our concept is gratifying
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Aerial View of Urban Oasis "An aerial perspective of Urban Oasis, Gujarat's first IGBC Green Home Platinum-rated gated community, showcasing the harmonious blend of high-rise and low-rise buildings within lush green surroundings."
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Ahmedabad's climate presents challenges for nurturing greenery due to its arid conditions. With scorching summers and limited rainfall, the city's environment demands resilient plant species that can withstand heat and thrive in dry soil
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Vertical Greenery "Vertical green plantations at Urban Oasis, enhancing the aesthetic appeal while promoting biodiversity and improving air quality within the community."
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Strategic water management, drought-resistant landscaping & cultivation of hardy plants that can endure Ahmedabad's hot, dry climate. Innovative gardening techniques & careful plant selection created pockets of green amidst the city's urban landscape
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The design features two high-rise towers on the north and south, and two low-rise blocks on the east and west. This creates a labyrinth of spaces, enhancing wind flow and shielding the community from southern heat, reducing the heat island effect.
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Community Interaction Zones "Dynamic community interaction zones at Urban Oasis, providing a car-free ground level with clubhouses, walkways, and social areas designed to enhance communal living and connectivity."
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Sustainable compact green building. Endorse and encourage community living. Inclusive of quality public spaces. To connect with the earth, sky, water, and nature. Biophilic architecture inspired: living
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Terrace Gardens "Beautifully landscaped terrace gardens at Urban Oasis, offering residents a tranquil retreat with ample space for social gatherings and relaxation amidst nature."
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Central Garden and Water Bodies "The central garden of Urban Oasis, featuring curvilinear pathways, rippling water channels, and meticulously planned greenery, creating a serene and inviting communal space."
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The imminent need to build homes to reduce carbon footprint. To design an energy-efficient building. The approach was to have living spaces organized and planned to facilitate multi-family needs and revitalizing public and private spaces.
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Eco-Friendly Features "Urban Oasis' commitment to sustainability, featuring rainwater harvesting systems, greywater recycling, solar panels - energy-efficient living. Drip irrigation for entire landscape
The volumetric, grid-based complexity of the structures is tautly balanced and simplified by the central garden, which is dominated by curvilinear forms. All the units are meticulously planned and have a view of this naturally integrated green space
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Gujarat’s – India- First IGBC Green Home Platinum Rating Housing Project. BIOPHILIC DESIGN. 103% green coverage. Green building materials, climatology and wind direction were the main aspects
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The 3 pillars of Sustainability – economy, ecology, social well-being—integrate to create efficient, eco-friendly, inclusive spaces. This ensures a thriving, resilient society that values both people and the planet
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Conceptual drawing of the biophilic design elements at Urban Oasis, integrating natural materials and living plants to enhance resident well-being
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This research sheet details the IGBC Green Building Standards followed in the project, including site selection, water efficiency, energy conservation, and indoor environmental quality measures implemented to achieve the Platinum rating.
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This research sheet explores the sustainable materials and technologies used in the Urban Oasis project, highlighting the use of recycled content, regional materials, and innovative energy-efficient systems to reduce the environmental footprint
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The design deliberation centered around finding an equilibrium in the structure, landscape and a sequence sensitive to human interaction. car-free zones, clubhouses, walkways & public interaction areas designed to foster community living.
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Typical floor plan of the residential units at Urban Oasis. The buildings are quite linear and are mostly composed of cubes and cuboids as these geometries allow optimization of natural light, ventilation & space.
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Terrace gardens further help in creating a large social area and sit-outs for gatherings. The Vertical green planation design adds to the philosophy.
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Sectional view of Urban Oasis, detailing the vertical integration of living spaces, terrace gardens, and green plantations
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Details of Urban Oasis, illustrating the strategic layout of high-rise and low-rise buildings, central garden, and communal spaces within the gated community
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Elevation drawing of the high-rise towers at Urban Oasis, displaying the sleek, linear design and integration of sustainable building materials
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illustrating the impressive 103% green coverage at Urban Oasis, showcasing the extensive integration of native plant species, vertical gardens, and landscaped areas that promote biodiversity and enhance the community's environmental sustainability
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the diverse range of 82% native plants enhancing local biodiversity. Balconies feature self-sprinkler systems, ensuring efficient irrigation and maintaining lush greenery throughout the community.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
India
Sangath IPL
Gated Community Living (Residential Housing) Urban Oasis located in urban Ahmedabad India is the 1st IGBC Platinum-rated green Building, integrating biophilic design to foster communal well-being. Sustainable compact green building. Endorse and encourage
09/2022
19456 m2
3,806,980.00 €
tHE gRID Architects
Snehal Suthar & Bhadri Suthar
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tHE gRID Architects was founded in 2002 by Snehal Suthar and Bhadri Suthar, who believe that designing is not just a profession, but a way of life. They strive for a collaborative approach, focusing on Biophilic design to create buildings in harmony with nature, enhancing psychological, biological, and sociological well-being.
Their practice promotes environmentally friendly and sustainable methods, simplifying the adoption of sustainability. The studio has garnered over 100 international and national awards and contributes to education as visiting faculty at Architectural institutes & NID & NIFT. They frequently engage in panel discussions and jury worldwide. Their philosophy emphasizes design as a spiritual journey, driven by inner consciousness and they practice heartfulness path of meditation, leading to meaningful designs that positively impact society. Their work has been extensively published nationally & internationally
