Entertainment Destination may be the Capital City's Destiny.

Be like Barcelona. Model of a dream sold.

Delhi can be an entertainment capital destination as per the Government Minister. Spain has assured support to develop Delhi like a global model city with smart city features. A Lake City will be developed for tourists. Redevelopment of residential and commercial areas are going to be undertaken. The focus on smart city is to build global educational and health institutions and entertainment facilities. A BRTS (Bus Rapid Transit System) and an MRTS (Mass Rapid Transit System) are being considered. Circular Railway will be brought in and Metro network will be expanded.
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"... Among the hundred smart cities that the union government has planned, the first will be developed right here in Delhi, he said. This will be done through land pooling. "Delhi can be made a truly global city like Barcelona, Seoul, Singapore, San Francisco and others. It should have world class entertainment venues like Universal Studios and Disneyland. The industrial estates should also be liberalized," he said, explaining that industrial spaces may not necessarily contain factories but showrooms too. ..."
"... the government had recently allowed freehold rights to the residents of 23 nazul estates whose leases had expired. Similarly, ownership rights have also been given to the residents of areas like Parharganj, Daryaganj, Karol Bagh and others who were till now paying chulha tax and were not the owners of their houses. ..."
"... the 'smart city' will be like a sub-city, spread over 20 to 24 ha in Dwarka, Rohini and Narela and will be equipped with latest green energy technologies and zero waste facilities. ..."
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Find this at http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/Barcelona-as-model-Naidu-sells-Delhi-dream/articleshow/45745904.cms .

Restaurant Interior Design - display the process

Pizza outlet wants use of mechanised design elements to display the essence of pizza process

Instapizza outlet in Delhi. They are taking pride in calling it Architecture and Gatronomy. Restaurant Interior Design.
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"... a pipeline light installation has been included to guide the visitors to the various pocket-spaces so they can seat down and eat. the rough finish given to the plaster brick wall adds an essential element to the western-like atmosphere. ..."
"... the outdoor ambiance was taken care of with the help of glass decals which were designed according to brand strategy and its aim is to attract the audience. the idea was not only to provide the customers with great pizza but also to give them a youthful space for them to interact with. hence finding that right blend of architecture and gastronomy for the user’s delight. ..."

 

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Find this at http://www.designboom.com/architecture/renesa-architecture-designs-instapizza-india-12-10-2015/

Restoration needed rather than abandonment - Parliament House Building in Distress

Indian Parliament House Building Restoration

A new Parliament Building has been sought since the no. of MP's has increased. However, some urban designers and heritage conservationists believe that it can still serve a century. They say that restoration rather than abandonment is needed. It is a heritage structure and symbol of Indian democracy. The Speaker said that the structure is weeping and is showing signs of distress. The irritants within the building are completely fixable, according to an opinion.
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"... conveyed to Urban Development Minister ... that the Parliament House cannot support the burgeoning number of MPs and sought initiation of construction of a new Parliament building. The two locations proposed are: Within the Parliament complex, or, across Rajpath. ..."
"... Delhi Urban Arts Commission ... says, "Such a thing should not be considered at all. The layout of the whole area - the Parliament House Complex, North Block, South Block and Rashtrapati Bhavan - is considered a classic composition. Also, how Parliament is linked to the Red Fort through Minto Road and the Parliament Street - it's an important notion in the urban design of Lutyen's Delhi. It must not be tampered with." ..."
"...An extension of Parliament can be built opposite the Red Cross building - one of the three triangles of the Parliament House Complex. This could be the new Parliament Services area. It would not be difficult if done in a phased manner and if MPs cooperate, ..."

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Find this at http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/parliament-building-can-last-for-another-century-claim-designers/1/557710.html .
- INTACH - DUAC - Restoration - Heritage - Conservation