Within Birla Arika, the development is designed to encourage exploration and celebrate activity. In Gurugram’s Sector 31, 30 kilometers southwest of New Delhi, where high-rise towers border a forest preserve, the new residential community spans 13 acres, prioritizing flexible greens and pedestrian corridors, bringing accessible greenery into a densely situated urban setting.
The community, developed by Birla Estates over two phases, with phase one spanning four towers and over 300 residents, is anchored by “The Walk,” a 200-meter promenade through the heart of the development. The landscape links residents to four clubhouses that anchor the site, blooming with specialized amenities such as a resort-style pool, sports courts, an event lawn, and a children’s playground. The clubhouses create distinct environments that encourage residents to explore the variety of entertainment options available to them within Birla Arika.
SWA’s scheme draws on regional species, including neem, banyan, and golden bamboo, to establish distinct zones for recreation and quiet reflection. Elevated pathways connect residential towers to communal areas, while native habitat pockets create continuity among green spaces, restoring ecological function while offering shaded retreats from the surrounding density.
Stanford West Apartments
SWA placed a special emphasis on maintaining the riparian corridor with native planting, using consideration when dealing with the archaeologically sensitive areas of the site, as well as existing recreation trails and landscape amenities such as parks and play areas. The internal street grid and architectural and landscape elements are designed to recall the ...
Chongqing Dongyuan 1891
This unique linear site is sandwiched between the Yangtze River and Nan Mountain. The design concept of the model area that unites a one-kilometer retail/commercial corridor with four high-rise residences is to create the experience of Shangri-La in an urban center. The spatial layout is characterized by a series of courtyards offering different experiences in...
Revisiting SunCity Kashiwa
Elderly residents at SunCity Kashiwa are no longer at a loss for dinner conversation: an underutilized terrace outside their extensive ground-level common spaces now features a dramatic pond and mountain-inspired rock formation with multiple cascading waterfalls. Everyone wants a window seat. The striking water feature crowns a new four-season view garden desi...
Mill Valley Residence
Nestled on a hilltop in Mill Valley, this family residence presented a unique opportunity to unify multiple buildings within one cohesive landscape. Originally a home and ADU renovation, the project expanded when the owners decided to purchase the adjacent property for a new house, pool, and ADU. SWA was brought in to collaborate with TGH Architects to realize...