some indian landscape architects

1. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
INDIAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
SUBMITTED BY: RAHIMA HASHMI ROLL NO. 1205034

2. KISHORE D. PRADHAN
• Kishore Pradhan is a senior and renowned Landscape Architect and is credited with
being one of the pillars of Landscape Architecture profession in India.
• At very young age nature cast a hypnotic spell on him, be it in reality, art or literature
drew him towards the outdoor. Pradhan pursued architecture at Sir J J College of
Architecture in Mumbai. After graduation, he acquired proficiency in French
language and was awarded a scholarship from the French Government for higher
studies. He choose Landscape Architecture as the subject of specialization and soon
found himself in Versailles, enrolled in Ecole National Superieure d’Hortoculture, in
the section du Paysage.
• During his sojourn in France, French culture and philosophy inspired him greatly. On
his return to India in year 1972, he founded his firm Kishore D. Pradhan Architectural
and Landscape Consultant. His very first landscape design project being the Fort
Aguada Beach Resort, Goa for Taj Group of Hotels.
• Apart from his professional practice, Pradhan is on the advisory board of various
committees and institutes, he is also a regular invitee to deliver lectures and has a
jury member to various institutes and architectural summits.

3. UMAID HERITAGE
Location: Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Project Work Status: Ongoing Projects
Area: 40 Hectare

4. This is a 100 acre bungalow scheme at the foot-hill of the world famous
Umaid Bhavan.
Echoing the palace, all the bungalows are being built in local Jodhpur stone.
The landscape design too relies heavily on this stone for the hard surfaces as
well as garden furniture such as pavilions, pergolas, seats etc.
In order to avail of the maximum usable space, the level differences were
achieved with help of stone retaining walls. However while selecting the plant
material, care was taken that the plant heights helped to visually subdue the
level differences. Privacy of the bungalows abutting the central green was
given equal importance and while selecting the species. care was taken to
ensure that the garden user was unable to look into the residences while the
view from the bungalow was intact.
In order to ensure the sustainability of the greenery. due attention was given
to the selection of plants which are able to withstand the extreme Jodhpur
climate

5. CITY PARK, MMRDA
Location: Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai,
Maharashtra, India
Project Work Status: Completed Projects
Area: 7 Acres
Project Completed: 2002

6. In the MMRDA's endeavour of developing the Bandra-Kurla complex as an ideal
Business District, the City Plaza assumes great importance as an Urban Green Space.
The park is being used by the office goers and residents of nearby localities alike. These
7 acres of prime urban open space has two sections, viz the Plaza and the Park.
Following are the salient features of each section.
The Plaza: This is a multi purpose space being used mainly by the people who come to
work in the area. Built around a large water fountain this place serves both as a resting
and transit zone. There is a small Amphitheatre where people can enjoy short roadside
entertainment shows during the working days or even a serious play or concert during
the weekends.
The Park: This is mainly a family recreation zone that can be equally enjoyed by the
working population as well as residents of this locality. The paved sitouts, shaded by
pergolas and trees and undulating lawns provide a variety of sitting places for the
people. A 3m wide track offers uninterrupted walking and jogging pleasure for the health
buffs. A well-appointed children's play area, complete with a 300 sq. m. skating rink, a
giant chessboard and a novel complex of playthings has become quite a sensation.
The Flora: The selection of plants has been done with careful consideration. The tree
species have been selected for their flowers (every season will find at least some trees
in flowering condition), foliage (especially the leaf texture) and evergreen character,
since shade is of paramount importance.

7. OTHER EXAMPLES
• Central Park, Rpl Jamnagar
• Dr G S Melkote Park, Hyderabad
• Great Eastern Gardens, Mumbai
• Indo American Hybrid Seeds, Bangalore

8. SWATI DIKE
About Swati Dike
• B. Arch, M. L. Arch
• Principal Landscape Architect & Planner
• Graduated in Architecture from Sir J. J. College of
Architecture, Mumbai in the year 1979 with First Class.
• Completed Post Graduation in Landscape Architecture from
School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi in the year 1982
with Distinction.
• Fellow of Indian Society of Landscape Architects ( ISOLA)
• Associate member of the Indian Institute of Architects ( I I
A)
• Member of the Council of Architecture ( COA)

9. Her Objective
• To provide functional and sustainable
landscape design appropriate to each region
where the site is located.
• To have architectural continuity and functional
appropriateness to ensure a unique and
lasting expression for each design commission.
• To create diverse user specific and
environment friendly designs and landscaped
gardens.

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GARDEN ENCLAVE- HOUSING COMPLEX IN THANE
MAIN FEATURES:- Existing Trees were replanted at pivotal points. Accomodating many
functionalities in small space using existing level differences. Partly on podium hence
merging podium and ground levels to create homogenous landscape.
PROJECT DURATION: 2002-2008 AREA: 1Ha

11. PODIUM OR TERRACE
GARDEN
Nahar Amritshakti- Housing Complex at Chandvali, Mumbai
Project duration: 2004-2007 Area: 1.70 Ha

12. FARM HOUSE
FARM HOUSE- OVALE, THANE
PROJECT DURATION: 1996-1998 AREA:4.0 Ha

13. PUBLIC PARKS AND GARDENS
ROTARY MUNICIPAL PARK- SANTACRUZ, MUMBAI
MAIN FEATURES: Revitalization of old garden putting its main features of mini-train track
and luxurious trees for optimum use. Situated in a densely populated area hence usage is
designed to cater to the needs of all age groups. Maximum utilization of the space and low
maintenance.
PROJECT DURATION: 1994-1995 AREA:1.1 Ha

14. COMMERCIAL
COMPLEXES
WINDSOR CORPORATE OFFICE- KALINA, SANTACRUZ, MUMBAI
MAIN FEATURES: Podium and Club Garden – Formal Garden for Corporate usage.
PROJECT DURATION:2009-2011 AREA: 2500 Sq.m

15. SHARATH RAJEEV
• Sharath Rajeev G acquired Bachelor of Architecture from J.N.T.U.
Hyderabad and Masters in Landscape Architecture from School of
Architecture and Planning, Anna University, Chennai.
• Sharath Rajeev G has acquired a wide variety of experience
through his years in college working for landscape architects,
architects and engineers. He has worked on projects ranging from
small residential projects to multi-acre projects, although his
specialty is high-end residential landscape design. He uses his
mastery of skills to implement new and refreshing ideas to
landscape architectural design that gives a unique touch to his
projects.
• CONIFER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS is established in year 2005

16. COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
HOTEL ENNOBLE INTERNATIONAL
EXAMPLE
ACC VILLA GRANDE RESIDENCE OF MR. STANLEY
RESIDENCE OF MR. HANUMANTH
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17. SHOBHA BHOPATKAR
Inventive, experimental,
explorative and unconventional,
Shobha Bhopatkar has been at the
forefront of the Landscaping
movement in India for the past 32
years. With an uncompromising
attitude for designing brilliance,
Shobha Bhopatkar is and will
always be a force to be reckoned
with. Her work effortlessly merges
the practical technicalities and
skills involved in the process of
transforming spaces with ingenuity

18. Landscaping is not just making space beautiful but to creating healthy, beautiful and inspiring environment.
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