Generating Urban Spaces through Elevated Pedestrian Network

Idea projektu

The initial goal of this project was to control the huge human traffic due to the busiest metro station of Dhaka.

Popis projektu

Motijheel , being the major commercial hub of Bangladesh , is one of the busiest areas of Dhaka city. Its proposed metro station will face a huge load of passengers on a daily basis during office hours. Our proposal was to identifying potential urban spaces around station and connecting them through elevated walkway . These walkways will lead a passenger to plaza spaces ( in a walkable radius ) working both as breathing spaces as well as transfer points. Plaza spaces encompasses vehicle stands, seating spaces, restaurants and different kind of amenities. In addition, space underneath the station is used for vendors and green spaces.

Technické informace

"Public Space for Urban Transit" Inclusion of TOD for Designing Transfer Points of Dhaka's Metro Stations Site : Motijheel Metro Station and Surrounding, Dhaka Duration : 6 weeks

Md Akibur Rahman Sikder, Maisha Tasnim Mima, Samiya Hoque Monisha

Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Dhaka

Bangladesh

Urbanismus

Projekt odevzdán

02. 02. 2024

Tag

Urbanismus Retail Showroom Parks Public spaces Public transport Highway Parking Train/Subway

Rada studentům

Generating Urban Spaces through Elevated Pedestrian Network

This project addresses the urgent need for pedestrian management and public space generation in the congested commercial district of Motijheel, Dhaka, with a thoughtful and pragmatic urban design strategy. The elevated walkway network, connecting metro stations to plaza spaces, offers an innovative and human-centered solution that enhances urban mobility, safety, and vibrancy. The integration of vehicle stands, vendor spaces, green areas, and amenities underneath the elevated structures maximizes land use efficiency and improves urban livability. The clear application of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) principles demonstrates a strong academic foundation. Greater emphasis on microclimatic comfort and universal accessibility in the elevated pathways would further strengthen the project’s resilience and inclusivity. Overall, this proposal provides a highly relevant, scalable, and socially impactful model for urban transformation in dense metropolitan contexts.
20.03.2026

Tamer ElSerafi

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