The project successfully implements a typology that responds sensitively to the needs of the family and community within the space constraints of company housing.
Written and Contributed by DCOOP
Architecture and Urban Design, Economy
Category: Economy
STREET VENDING IN TIMES OF COVID-19
In a Covid-19 world, there is a need for us to rethink public spaces, especially those associated with multiple informal livelihoods such as weekly markets. To address it, SEWA, WIEGO, Janpahal, City Sabha, IIHS and Social Design Collaborative – came together as part of the civic campaign – Main Bhi Dilli.
Written and Contributed by Social Design Collaborative
Clean Energy, Economy, Product and Industrial Design
UJASIYU
Ujasiyu’, which means ‘light’ is sustainable and affordable lighting and natural ventilation innovation. It is initiated with the intention of improving the living environment and quality of life of the urban poor in slums & squatter settlements.
Written and Contributed by Footprints EARTH
Clean Energy, Economy, Product and Industrial Design
TIGOONA
Designed and developed by Bangalore-based design house Studio ABD, Tigoona (teen-guna or three times) is empowering street entrepreneurs who play a vital role in the Indian urban economy. The cart has solar-powered light and can carry heavy loads (up to 100 kg). It enables easy waste management, protection against sun and rain and is carefully designed for easy usage by both men and women street vendors.
Written and Contributed by Studio ABD
Craft, Economy, Education, Strategic Design
CREATIVE MANUFACTURING
How can we create compassionate and kinder models of economic activity that look at growth with purpose and consider the planet and all in it, to coexist equitably?
Written and Contributed by Jacob Mathew