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.
SunCity Tower Kobe
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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...
Zobon City Villas
SWA provided landscape architectural services for this residential condominium site in Shanghai. The open space layout is comprised of three gardens, each creating a unique environment for the tenants. The Huangpu Abstraction garden is the public face of the project and is expressed with a 2.5m tall stacked glass fountain. The Sky Garden is the center piece of...
East Quarter Mixed-Use
Two neighborhoods that abut the Downtown Dallas Central Business District have been disconnected for years by derelict blocks and buildings. The East Quarter Mixed-Use development establishes a walkable retail, dining, and entertainment connection between the thriving Deep Ellum Farmer’s Market and highly programmed Arts District. The project included the pres...