THESIS TOPICS

by K S BALA PAVIITHRA (12AR14, ARCH 787)

B.ARCH Vth YEAR - 2016

THIAGARAJAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, MADURAI

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE
1. AN INTEGRATED LAKE FRONT REJUVENATION & DEVELOPMENT OF
GREEN CORRIDORS IN COIMBATORE - A PROPOSAL

AIM

To revive the 8 major lake network in Coimbatore, (namely the Ukkadam, Valankulam,
Selvampathi, Narasampathi, Singanallur, Selvachinthamani, Krishnampathi and Kumarasamy
lakes) to good conditions and enhance their use by introducing learning centers, viewing
galleries, watch towers and recreational zones for water sports, sound/light shows and
fountains.

Also the development of a Green pathway with urban forestry/landscaping, cycling and
walking tracks connecting the water bodies thus vitalizing a pedestrian link within the city.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT

Coimbatore, being one among the 12 cities in Tamil Nadu, to be developed into smart cities,
It requires to revitalize its natural resources and enhance its pedestrian friendly pathways.

This being one of the major proposals in the smart city project of Coimbatore, has a good
scope for being implemented.

This could also add to the iconic features of the city.

POSSIBLE CASE STUDIES

a. The kanakapura lakefront development, Karnataka

b. Vijayasiri, the Bhavanipuram lake front development, Andhra Pradesh

SITE FOR THE PROJECT

The site for design will be the lake fronts in the city, along which a connecting pedestrian
route will be designed to elevate the beauty of the natural resource.
2. REVITALISATION OF UKKADAM BUS STAND - COIMBATORE

AIM
To organize the area within the bus stand efficiently for the inflow and outflow of buses and
to provide the possible facilities for travelers within the existing site area.

The boundaries of the bus stand are encroached by small scale commercial buildings, street
hawkers and auto rickshaws, totally making the bus stand invisible from outside. The aim is
also to enhance the legibility of the bus stand.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT

Ukkadam bus stand being one of the three major bus transit hubs in Coimbatore, the other
two being the Gandhipuram bus stand and the Singanallur bus stand, is poorly organized of
its space and is not prominent.

As it acts as an identity of the area when a traveler reaches the city, it should be aptly
designed, which could also enhance the imageability of the city.

Since the smart city project also includes the revival of the city bus stands, this study and
design could be of importance.

POSSIBLE CASE STUDIES

a. The Majestic bus station, Bangalore, Karnataka

b. Mahatma Gandhi bus station, Hyderabad

SITE FOR THE PROJECT

The site for study and design will be the Ukkadam bus stand, the bounding areas and the
major roads abutting the site, which are namely the Ukkadam Sungam bypass road and the
Aathupalam road.
3. A COMMUNITY CENTER

AIM

A community center is a public location where members of a community tend to gather for
group activities, social support, public information, and other purposes. They may
sometimes be open for the whole community or for a specialized group within the greater
community.

The aim is to design a community center to enhance the social interaction of the natives'.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT

A city is always enriched in its wealth and security through the community living of its
natives'. Providing such a facility will improve the social life of people in various means,
which is an essential need for humans living in a developing city.

SITE FOR THE PROJECT

The site for the design is Coimbatore.

Y Coimbatore ? Such a resource is lacking in Coimbatore, which is why the main aim of the
project is to develop a community center for the benefit of the local residents.

Since Coimbatore is a developing smart city, providing such a socializing resource would
help improve the quality of living of the people.

POSSIBLE CASE STUDIES - LITERATURE

a. Sunset community center - Vancouver, Canada

b. Largo community center - Largo, Florida